Cell-out

I did it.

I have become one of the millions.

One of the millions who have a "cell" phone.

Okay, I have had a cell phone for several years... a prepaid one. I bought it when I went to New York City the first time. It made sense to make calls on it rather than pay the outrageous hotel fees, plus I would have something for emergencies.

I have been using this phone for 4 years now. At first, I never used it. But as time went by, it was convenient to have.

Really convenient.

I would be in Publix and need to ask a question about something and I would be able to just call home and ask... No second-guessing.

Over time, my need to use it increased. I had it on in the car after work so the kids could call. I had it on when I went anywhere away from the kids.

I found myself adding $10 every week. I finally had to ask myself... "What is the point in having a prepaid cell phone that costs almost as much as a 'real' cell phone?"

In addition, the kids had been harping on me to get their own cell phone. And they were relentless in their pursuit.

You don't need one, I would say over and over, like a broken record. My logic was unheard however. According to them, it wasn't fair. All of their friends had a cell phone. It's true, unfortunately, but that doesn't mean I will cave and get them one.....

Until yesterday.

I went to Sprint. David has his cell with Sprint and is very happy. I went down there with the intention of getting myself a phone... myself only.

But after about 15 minutes, I ended up getting the kids a phone.... I broke down and got the FAMILY plan.

God help me, I caved..... but the kids are so happy. And I am happy too, I have to admit.

The phones are all alike, except for the color. Mine is blue, Jessie's is pink, and Jason's is black.

I can see the value of them having a phone now. God, I am SO brainwashed I know. But I can see it.