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I’m sure that you have heard the symbolic definition of the word ‘assumption’. This being-’Ass-u-me’ (deeper explanation hopefully not needed). Be that as it may, we have now moved into the era of the ‘Electronic’ assumption.

It seems that the world has taken on the belief that everyone now utilizes devices such as the “Crackberry”, oops, I mean “Blackberry”. Well, that is not the case. I, for one, still use my trusty Franklin book organizer. The last time I checked, it does not have plug-in, synching or battery features. Continue reading →

I have come to realize that in this world of cyberspace, there is a need for cyber-etiquette. You make a call and end up in the person’s voice-mail. You take the time to leave a brief, yet detailed, message seeking information that you need.

The person calls you back, saying “Hi, I see that you called me,” And then there is silence. You break the silence by asking “Do you have the answers to my questions?” Their response many times is “Oh, I didn’t bother to listen to your message. I’m just returning your call.” Now it’s up to you to remember what questions you originally asked.

Now that’s VOICE-MAIL EXASPERATION. I’m aware that we live in an age wherein speed and multi-tasking is the norm, yet I consider this to be duly lacking in respect. Continue reading →