How Much Texting Do You Do?

Well, unless I have to talk to the electric company, IRS, or something like that, I prefer texting. Was surprised to find new landlord and staff do, too.
But I never was one to 'chat' on the phone, never saw the appeal in it even in my earlier years. To me, phone was only a way to ask a question, make arrangements, etc., like 'Coming over?' 'Yup.' 'Ok, see ya.'
 
Giantsfan1954 said:
My preferred form of communication.
I hate talking on the phone!!
And...my hearing is fine.
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My preferred form too.
My schedule is so different from my kids. Calling them always got voice mail. Them calling me usually goes to my voice mail...
And I ride motorcycle quite a bit. That was my reason for getting a cell phone; to have a way to keep in touch when away from home. Can't hear the phone ring when I'm riding, much less answer it. And I hate voice mails that say "call me". About what? How urgent is it?!?
I like that texts wait for you to read them, and reply.
My hearing is fine, but I have a slight speech impediment. I don't think about it talking in person, but I'm conscious about it on the phone. Esp. with someone that doesn't know me. I fear it makes me sound 'dumb'.
My memory isn't what it use to be, so I like being able to read previous texts - esp. for times, addresses, etc. And if I got that info on a call, I'd have to find a pen and paper.

Speaking of cell phones - why do so many people ASSUME my cell phone is taped to my hand, or ear?!? If you THINK I need to answer or reply right away, what you really NEED is to adjust your expectations of me.
 
I usually text on a daily basis but it's not a lot. I'm not one of those people who always has their face in their phone, even when they're out with someone for dinner for example. I think that's rude personally. I see it all the time though, even some of my friends do it, not to mention my kids.
 
HipGnosis said:
My preferred form too.
My schedule is so different from my kids. Calling them always got voice mail. Them calling me usually goes to my voice mail...
And I ride motorcycle quite a bit. That was my reason for getting a cell phone; to have a way to keep in touch when away from home. Can't hear the phone ring when I'm riding, much less answer it. And I hate voice mails that say "call me". About what? How urgent is it?!?
I like that texts wait for you to read them, and reply.
My hearing is fine, but I have a slight speech impediment. I don't think about it talking in person, but I'm conscious about it on the phone. Esp. with someone that doesn't know me. I fear it makes me sound 'dumb'.
My memory isn't what it use to be, so I like being able to read previous texts - esp. for times, addresses, etc. And if I got that info on a call, I'd have to find a pen and paper.

Speaking of cell phones - why do so many people ASSUME my cell phone is taped to my hand, or ear?!? If you THINK I need to answer or reply right away, what you really NEED is to adjust your expectations of me.
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You are so right about that. My friend expects me to answer as soon as he phones. But his phone is always one of those 'leave a message' things and then I might get a call two hours later if I'm lucky.
 
Marie5656 said:
My husband bought me my phone. If I had my way, I still would not have one. I very rarely text or use the phone, except to text or call him.
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Bobw235 said:
I find it useful for quick messages, especially since I can dictate them. Helpful for getting a note to my wife if I'm out somewhere.
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Wife to lost husband at the mall: "WHERE ARE YOU ?

Husband: "Honey remember the Jewelry Store where you saw the diamond bracelet you wanted and we could not afford it?"

Wife: "Why yes dear I do"

Husband: "Well I am in the bar next door to it."
 
News for non cell phone owners who insist on a land line.

A cell phone? Is a phone. Leave it on the the telephone table whre the land line is and it's the same thing.

It rings and does the same functions as a land line with probably the same cost and maybe even less.

The only difference? It's portable. But all the functions are exactly the same. It's not a monster sitting there on your telephone table. It's a phone plain and simple with extra features not available on a land line. So where does the irrational fear come from?
 

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