Cell Phones & Safety

[James]

maybe she doesn't have good credit for a contract?

Originally posted by xok85xo
okay, this is probably going to come out bitchy, but its really not meant to..so bare with me people...i really don't understand how in this day and age people say they can't afford a cell phone..there are so many providers out there that now have plans for as low as $20 a month, plus there are so many deals out there for free phones..i mean if its just for emergency purposes..believe me..i MORE then understand being broke and not being able to afford a lot of things...but i would imagine that $20 a month is worth it for the peace of mind it provides..

just my 2 cents.

[Winterbloom]

But the downside is you are accessable no matter where you go. I have a cell, and I've been stalked on it for the past few months by some lame creep. I can't afford to change the number right now and Verizon has told me repeatedly that I'm being a "silly little girl, don't worry about it." These are the same people that dropped a phone call to the police in an emergency situation because my pre-paid minutes were down to five remaining. Needless to say, I'm less than pleased with Verizon, and as soon as the summer paychecks get in, I'm finding a new service provider.

I like having my phone. But there are days that make me wonder if the hassle is worth it.