The View from a Drawbridge

Tag: cell phones

  • A Telephonic Cultural Shift

    40 years ago, I never wanted to miss a call, even if it meant twisting my ankle.

  • Security Blankets

    When I was little I had a security blanket. No, I wasn’t as bad as Linus. I didn’t take it everywhere I went. But I did sleep with it and it gave me a great deal of comfort during some really trying times. It was made of flannel, so it deteriorated as the years went…

  • A Newfound Respect for Journalists

    The other day I got an idea for a blog entry. I was going to write about the death of the wristwatch. I mean, I haven’t seen one in ages. And what do you need one for anymore? We have cell phones and laptops and a whole host of other electronic devices that include time…