Heather's Heavenly Vapes - THE BIG THREAD (Part 6)

[Bronze]

As a matter of fact, I quit two weeks ago. I had some oral surgery and couldn't vape for a couple of days, so I just decided to quit altogether.

It's a struggle sometimes, and I'm using some nicotine gum and lozenges to control the urges, but I think I can do this.

If you don't have to vape or smoke then that's a good thing. But if you must, then vaping is clearly the better route obviously. At least it is still available if it is needed. Give it your best shot, Pap.

Good morning Army!

 

[Bunnykiller]

As a matter of fact, I quit two weeks ago. I had some oral surgery and couldn't vape for a couple of days, so I just decided to quit altogether.

It's a struggle sometimes, and I'm using some nicotine gum and lozenges to control the urges, but I think I can do this.

ever try "Dripping"..??? put a tiny drop of your juice on your fingernail and lick it up... you get the nic rush and the flavor

 

[Bunnykiller]

Mornin All...

 

[Bronze]

Some useful iPhone settings tips. ThioJoe is pretty good. I've used a number of his vids.

 

[CMD-Ky]

I am still using a flip phone from the early 2000's, I'm not sure how old it is. The smart phones and Alexia type devices seem too intrusive to me. I am reminded of a kid who was talking to a farmer down the road whose phone was ringing; the farmer was ignoring it. The kid wanted to know why he didn't answer it. The farmer said, "Son, I finally got that thing put in for my convenience. And, I'm talking to you now." My mindset exactly.

I can see the tech allure and I have thought about it. But I can also see that instant and complete availability to the world is something that I prefer to do with out. I used to watch lawyers in the Courtroom and those poor souls were absolutely tethered to their clients by the device. They couldn't even eat lunch without the phone on the table interrupting conversation and their chewing.

My lovely wife and my daughter both have smart phones and they pay a bunch each month, I pay $32 and (secretly, I don't like paying that much only to have my reverie interrupted). I can text on my phone but it is too frustrating for me to bother - that drives my daughter batty, she is a texter. My wife just goes with the flow, she doesn't text me, so, if she calls, I know it's important. When I discovered text by email, that mollified the daughter immensely.

This is probably the longest post that I have ever written and I apologize for boring you all. I probably should have made that the first sentence so everyone could pass it over.

 

[Bronze]

I am still using a flip phone from the early 2000's, I'm not sure how old it is. The smart phones and Alexia type devices seem too intrusive to me. I am reminded of a kid who was talking to a farmer down the road whose phone was ringing; the farmer was ignoring it. The kid wanted to know why he didn't answer it. The farmer said, "Son, I finally got that thing put in for my convenience. And, I'm talking to you now." My mindset exactly.

I can see the tech allure and I have thought about it. But I can also see that instant and complete availability to the world is something that I prefer to do with out. I used to watch lawyers in the Courtroom and those poor souls were absolutely tethered to their clients by the device. They couldn't even eat lunch without the phone on the table interrupting conversation and their chewing. Just because the light is green doesn't mean someone isn't coming crosswise that has no idea.

My lovely wife and my daughter both have smart phones and they pay a bunch each month, I pay $32 and (secretly, I don't like paying that much only to have my reverie interrupted). I can text on my phone but it is too frustrating for me to bother - that drives my daughter batty, she is a texter. My wife just goes with the flow, doesn't text me, so if she calls, I know it's important. When I discovered text by email, that mollified the daughter immensely.

This is probably the longest post that I have ever written and I apologize for boring you all. I probably should have made this the first sentence so everyone could pass it over.

I know what you mean CMD. My plan is 1 GB per month. I did not get the unlimited plan. That's on purpose because I refuse to sit there all day poking my phone screen. Texting is nice, important phone calls is nice, looking up stuff when needed is nice but to have that damn thing in my hands all day is not nice. Drives me nuts. And what's worse is trying to talk to someone and be a lower priority than their damn phone! And let's not get into texting while driving. That's how I predict I will die. Some young chickie will be poking away on her phone and T-bone me straight to my grave. Ever since the advent of texting I look both ways before crossing roads unlike I did prior. Green light or not.

 

[CMD-Ky]

The social contract has broken so far down that you can't expect anyone to actually stop. When my daughter was starting to drive, she kept talking about having "the right of way"; to which I responded one day, "I'll put that on your tombstone, 'Here she lies but she had the right of way".

I know what you mean CMD. My plan is 1 GB per month. I did not get the unlimited plan. That's on purpose because I refuse to sit there all day poking my phone screen. Texting is nice, important phone calls is nice, looking up stuff when needed is nice but to have that damn thing in my hands all day is not nice. Drives me nuts. And what's worse is trying to talk to someone and be a lower priority than their damn phone! And let's not get into texting while driving. That's how I predict I will die. Some young chickie will be poking away on her phone and T-bone me straight to my grave. Ever since the advent of texting I look both ways before crossing roads unlike I did prior. Green light or not.

 

[Bronze]

The social contract has broken so far down that you can't expect anyone to actually stop. When my daughter was starting to drive, she kept talking about having "the right of way"; to which I responded one day, "I'll put that on your tombstone, 'Here she lies but she had the right of way".

Right of way works great when everyone else recognizes it.

 

[MrPicC]

Barely use my personal phone at work if ever so I pay by the gig, and only pay for data. Text and phone calls are free. Mine and my wife's bill is 32$ a month tax included in that..
Paid for the phones outright and only use wifi at home.

I am still using a flip phone from the early 2000's, I'm not sure how old it is. The smart phones and Alexia type devices seem too intrusive to me. I am reminded of a kid who was talking to a farmer down the road whose phone was ringing; the farmer was ignoring it. The kid wanted to know why he didn't answer it. The farmer said, "Son, I finally got that thing put in for my convenience. And, I'm talking to you now." My mindset exactly.

I can see the tech allure and I have thought about it. But I can also see that instant and complete availability to the world is something that I prefer to do with out. I used to watch lawyers in the Courtroom and those poor souls were absolutely tethered to their clients by the device. They couldn't even eat lunch without the phone on the table interrupting conversation and their chewing.

My lovely wife and my daughter both have smart phones and they pay a bunch each month, I pay $32 and (secretly, I don't like paying that much only to have my reverie interrupted). I can text on my phone but it is too frustrating for me to bother - that drives my daughter batty, she is a texter. My wife just goes with the flow, she doesn't text me, so, if she calls, I know it's important. When I discovered text by email, that mollified the daughter immensely.

This is probably the longest post that I have ever written and I apologize for boring you all. I probably should have made that the first sentence so everyone could pass it over.

 

[kkay59]

CMD, you didn't bore me at all. I got my first phone because one night my vehicle broke down, and I was out in a remote area. I could not call for help. My kids were very young then. If the sitter needed to reach me, the phone made that possible. If my mother needs me, she knows the number. My kids expect me to be like the youth today, and they probably carry their phone to the bathroom. They will freak out if I ever tell them I no longer want a cell phone.

 

[Bunnykiller]

TBH.... I cringe everytime my phone rings... only reason I have one is becuz work requires it.

and what gets me is.... people will text each other back and forth in real time for several minutes... why not just make the call and have a conversation...???

2-3 button pushes compared to dozens of taps...

 

[Bronze]

TBH.... I cringe everytime my phone rings... only reason I have one is becuz work requires it.

and what gets me is.... people will text each other back and forth in real time for several minutes... why not just make the call and have a conversation...???

2-3 button pushes compared to dozens of taps...

Totally with you. The phone rings and I tense up. I hate telephones. I'm about ready to ditch my LAN line and save $38/month. It hardly gets used and the only calls we get are solicitors. And about five a day. So why keep it?

 

[Hulamoon]

I am still using a flip phone from the early 2000's, I'm not sure how old it is. The smart phones and Alexia type devices seem too intrusive to me. I am reminded of a kid who was talking to a farmer down the road whose phone was ringing; the farmer was ignoring it. The kid wanted to know why he didn't answer it. The farmer said, "Son, I finally got that thing put in for my convenience. And, I'm talking to you now." My mindset exactly.

I can see the tech allure and I have thought about it. But I can also see that instant and complete availability to the world is something that I prefer to do with out. I used to watch lawyers in the Courtroom and those poor souls were absolutely tethered to their clients by the device. They couldn't even eat lunch without the phone on the table interrupting conversation and their chewing.

My lovely wife and my daughter both have smart phones and they pay a bunch each month, I pay $32 and (secretly, I don't like paying that much only to have my reverie interrupted). I can text on my phone but it is too frustrating for me to bother - that drives my daughter batty, she is a texter. My wife just goes with the flow, she doesn't text me, so, if she calls, I know it's important. When I discovered text by email, that mollified the daughter immensely.

This is probably the longest post that I have ever written and I apologize for boring you all. I probably should have made that the first sentence so everyone could pass it over.

Great points! I wonder how many people have a phone and have never used it.....to make a phone call.....

 

[Hulamoon]

TBH.... I cringe everytime my phone rings... only reason I have one is becuz work requires it.

and what gets me is.... people will text each other back and forth in real time for several minutes... why not just make the call and have a conversation...???

2-3 button pushes compared to dozens of taps...

LOL - when I see two youngsters at a dining table in a restaurant, heads down and busily texting on their phones, I'm often amused just thinking that they are probably having a "conversation".... with each other.

 

[LAwaters]

Well you missed this one and the one where another numbnut knowingly installed a video driver for a card that wasn't in his computer and had the nerve to complain about the results . Told him not to let the door hit him in the azz on his way outta the forum . But I'm coming to get you for the next Einstein that comes along .

RTFM, my friend. No one is willing to RTFM.

I can’t get to angry about it though. I was paid nicely to provide tech support over the years.

 

[LAwaters]

As a matter of fact, I quit two weeks ago. I had some oral surgery and couldn't vape for a couple of days, so I just decided to quit altogether.

It's a struggle sometimes, and I'm using some nicotine gum and lozenges to control the urges, but I think I can do this.

Wow! Congrats and good luck! You can definitely do this. And we don’t mind as long as you’re still able to hang out with us.

 

[LAwaters]

I am still using a flip phone from the early 2000's, I'm not sure how old it is. The smart phones and Alexia type devices seem too intrusive to me. I am reminded of a kid who was talking to a farmer down the road whose phone was ringing; the farmer was ignoring it. The kid wanted to know why he didn't answer it. The farmer said, "Son, I finally got that thing put in for my convenience. And, I'm talking to you now." My mindset exactly.

I can see the tech allure and I have thought about it. But I can also see that instant and complete availability to the world is something that I prefer to do with out. I used to watch lawyers in the Courtroom and those poor souls were absolutely tethered to their clients by the device. They couldn't even eat lunch without the phone on the table interrupting conversation and their chewing.

My lovely wife and my daughter both have smart phones and they pay a bunch each month, I pay $32 and (secretly, I don't like paying that much only to have my reverie interrupted). I can text on my phone but it is too frustrating for me to bother - that drives my daughter batty, she is a texter. My wife just goes with the flow, she doesn't text me, so, if she calls, I know it's important. When I discovered text by email, that mollified the daughter immensely.

This is probably the longest post that I have ever written and I apologize for boring you all. I probably should have made that the first sentence so everyone could pass it over.

Totally agree! I hate the Tyranny of the Urgent that regular phones were. Now it’s worse.

I’ve read about how social media gives people FOMO - Fear Of Missing Out. But, they are the same people who Miss Out on the person sitting there with them every time the darn smartphone lights up.

I miss the days of going out and knowing I was off the grid till I got back. But I must admit that on a drive across the blazing desert, I’m grateful to have a way to get help if I need it. There’s a trick to knowing you have control rather than being controlled by the ringing. Just like that farmer!

 

[LAwaters]

LOL - when I see two youngsters at a dining table in a restaurant, heads down and busily texting on their phones, I'm often amused just thinking that they are probably having a "conversation".... with each other.

I spent a few recent holidays staying with friends my age. I was so surprised that, other than at the party, everyone sat around all day on their devices instead of having conversation. Or staring at the TV - again, not interacting. Maybe all that’s changed is that we can carry our distractions everywhere now!

 

[LAwaters]

Totally with you. The phone rings and I tense up. I hate telephones. I'm about ready to ditch my LAN line and save $38/month. It hardly gets used and the only calls we get are solicitors. And about five a day. So why keep it?

I’ve talked to my phone and internet provider several times about dropping the phone service. Problem is I have them bundled. Drop the phone and it ups the price of internet. They just end up trying to get me to sign up for TV too.

So I keep the landline and turn off the ringer. Go ahead, telemarketers. Call me all day.

 

[Bronze]

I’ve talked to my phone and internet provider several times about dropping the phone service. Problem is I have them bundled. Drop the phone and it ups the price of internet. They just end up trying to get me to sign up for TV too.

So I keep the landline and turn off the ringer. Go ahead, telemarketers. Call me all day.

Yep, these providers have us by the short hairs with their "bundles". It's a scam. Fortunately, I do not have my LAN with my cable/internet provider. I have Vonage. Had it for years...some 15 - 20 years. So I can ditch it and it doesn't affect my cable/internet package.

I'm hoping the quality of my mobile service remains the same. I have Verizon and this switch to Spectrum Mobile is an MVNO but they use the Verizon grid. I don't see any reason why anything should be different...a grid is a grid but then I'm not an expert on grids and I've learned over the years that if one can be surprised they will be surprised.