In between diplomatic affairs and personal matters.

I feel like ranting. Today's topic: cell phones.

I have absolutely nothing against owners of cell phones. I accept the fact that technology is progressing and I won't deny the fact that I will adapt to these changes. But there's a difference between a NEED and a WANT, especially when it pertains to f-ing cell phones. Firstly, I don't need a cell phone. As a student, I can survive fine using pay-phones if I need to reach someone. My priorities don't rely 24-7 using those goddamn things. I'm not in the position to say that I'm ready to shell out $20 + a month to deal with service charges and air time. I don't have a job. Try driving a car. Try insurance. I'm subsidized by parents for the meantime but they're expecting every last penny back. I won't deny the fact that using a cell phone makes life a tad bit easier in terms of being reached/calling out but it's not something I need. So maybe I'm not a social butterfly.. so what? I'm just tired of being told I need to get one or told that I'm the only person who doesn't have one. It simply just reaffirms the fact that we've gone up another rung on this ladder of technology dependence. I'm quite comfortable using a home computer and a home phone for the meantime, thank you. I don't need another object to reaffirm this dependence and air of superiority. If anyone needs to reach me, you can call my home phone... you can even leave a message on the answering machine if need be and I'll reach you back as soon as possible.