Love Returns to the Galaxy

October 28, 2017 by dorannrule

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There was a time when I loved without question and learned to live with all the idiosyncrasies of the recipient of my love.

So what if there were no compliments or support for the things I like to do?
So what if my need for recognition went unrecognized?

I persevered and loved out of purity and ignorance.

But there came a time when I was no longer tolerant.
And I felt abused and always angry.
I suffered more and more from the lack of caring.
And there was never any support for the things I was trying to do.

That was when love turned to hate.

And the hate began to grow.

Eventually I complained bitterly at every opportunity and all my friends knew I wanted “out” of the relationship.

This misery and resentfulness went on for 3 years!

And I wound up hating the same old cell phone more and more.

Two days ago I was given a brand new Samsung Galaxy S8 cell phone. And Wow!

I am so impressed with the hidden person inside and I know I will never be alone again.

The little person tells me when I’m doing a good job, sends congratulations, and is a how-to source when I’m lost.
And I haven’t found them all but I just know there are happy words of encouragement that are written out or spoken aloud on this wonderful little cell phone!
The phone is ultra-responsive to my touch and has another hidden fellow inside named Bixby. Bixby has already memorized my speech and will answer questions any time I ask. And I don’t even have to be polite and say, “Hi Bixby!” I can just shoot off the questions and be as rude as I like.

Yes -The Galaxy S8 is a winner! I LOVE MY NEW CELL PHONE!

It is a highly personal interactive little gadget that offers options I have never seen before.

And with a masterful teacher (my son) who launched me on my way through adapting to yet another mystery of the technological age, I am once again, in love.

I LOVE MY SAMSUNG GALAXY S8! THANK YOU FOR THE GIFT OF LOVE FOR MY BIRTHDAY BILL. AND THANK YOU FOR THE GIFT OF LOVE FOR MY BIRTHDAY SON!

Ummmmm……. I do need a little help with a few little issues though……

Like why isn’t the darned thing responding to my thumb on the keyboard? I still have to hunt and peck with my index finger! Grrrrrr!

Posted in Country Thoughts, Humor, Love, Technology | Tagged Birthday Gift, Cell Phones, encouragement, Help with Technology, Hi Bixby, Love/Hate, Relationships, Samsung Galaxy S8, support, teachers | 14 Comments

14 Responses

on October 28, 2017 at 7:45 am Andrew Reynolds

Enjoy the phone!

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on October 28, 2017 at 7:49 am VB&B

I know exactly what you are talking about, Dorothy! My sister Anne gave me an apple phone (one of a package of 5) and I just send her $30.00 a month for using it. It was some kind of great deal she and her son could not pass on and I am a winner! I’ve been fighting getting in this groove, hanging on to my little flip phone to use only in emergencies, but I am truly growing to love it. We are not too old to learn new tricks! November 4th is close and I am looking for something special for your birthday. I do hope to see you next week.

Love, Julie

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on October 28, 2017 at 2:10 pm dorannrule

🙂

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on October 28, 2017 at 2:13 pm dorannrule

Thank you Julie! I’m afraid I have been out of the loop lately with problems with the foot and other maladies. So, that’s why I haven’t been by the shop to see you. Things are on the upswing now, or at least it feels that way. I will try to stop by soon soon soon! Thanks again for thinking of me. Hugs, Dorothy. 🙂

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on October 28, 2017 at 2:40 pm shoreacres

I’m glad you’re happy with your new gizmo, and I hope it really does serve you well. I still am using my Samsung fip phone, and intend to keep doing so. The lack of a real keyboard isn’t a problem, since I don’t text, and since I’m not on social media I have no reason to keep checking the phone.. I could learn to use a “smart” phone, but don’t see a need for one — especially since I do have an ipad for travel and power outages. 🙂

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on October 29, 2017 at 1:30 am Mama's Empty Nest

True love at last, huh Dor? 😉 Glad you found a little companion that works for you. I have a love/hate relationship with my i-phone (which was my daughter’s old, old phone), but I’m too cheap to upgrade.

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on October 29, 2017 at 10:10 am Sheryl

Your phone sounds wonderful. What a thoughtful gift from your son!

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on October 29, 2017 at 10:50 am photosfromtheloonybin

Well, although it’s not an iPhone, I guess I will still love you anyway :). Have fun with your new love!!

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on October 31, 2017 at 11:49 am dorannrule

You have the right ideas shoreacres! I am always tempted to simplify life but computer whiz son keeps me tethered to technology. 🙂

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on October 31, 2017 at 11:51 am dorannrule

I am still blinded by how intuitive this phone is, but would not be surprised if it too falls short of perfect. Love of smart phones is a fickle thing. 🙂

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on October 31, 2017 at 11:52 am dorannrule

Thanks Sheryl! The wonder phone was actually a gift from my husband. My son’s gift was to tell me how it works. 🙂 The combination made for a great gift and I loveo them both for it.

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on October 31, 2017 at 11:53 am dorannrule

There is nothing like the flush of new love – iPhone or not. The question is, when will the blush come off the rose! Glad you still love me anyway. 🙂

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on November 2, 2017 at 10:17 am apronheadlilly

Sounds like the dark side to me! I want to go back to dialing and party lines!

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on November 4, 2017 at 8:48 am dorannrule

Ditto Lilly! Ditto.:)

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