My Lifeline…My Cell Phone!

            I grew up without cellular technology and don’t recall having any major problems except being stuck on a highway in India with car problems and having to wait for hours before we got help! On the positive side, I recall being extremely focused on my professors when in class, not being monitored by my parents all the time, or feeling disconnected from friends and family as we ended up visiting more often so then why am I so lost without it today?

            I have asked myself this question many times and wonder if life was better with or without it! I always arrive at the same answer, “I cannot function without my cell phone and for me life is challenging without it!” Yes I am addicted to my cell phone and am not afraid to admit it! It is my lifeline and daily functioning would become problematical without it. I rely on it to keep in touch with family and friends by talking or texting to them.  It is my PDA without actually hiring an assistant, and my reliable server for information and guidance. I can’t imagine not having all of these facilities and conveniences at the touch of a button!

Cellular technology has made life so much easier and at the same time safer. I am not afraid to travel by car long distances on my own as help is at my fingertips if I have car problems and my phone is equipped with GPS too! This has given me a sense of freedom and adventure as on my next winter break I plan on flying out to Georgia, rent a car and visit several of my relatives who reside in different parts of the state. Not sure if I would have had the courage to travel this way if I did not have my cell phone!

Cell phones have brought about a sense of freedom, safety, and convenience all packaged in a small handheld device that I cannot imagine living without! Sorry, like I said I am addicted to it!