the telephone...

in general, i don't like telephones. i don't like answering my phone at work. i don't like calling clients. i don't like leaving voice mail, although i'd rather do that than talk to the person. i just don't like phones. i'd much rather send an e-mail.

however...

today, the phone was such a blessing. i got to talk with malissa for some time, and it simply felt spectacular. and next weekend i shall bask in two days filled with face-to-face conversations with two people who are very, very dear to me.