As an administrative assistant at a chiropractic office, I called an
insurance company to verify benefits for a patient. Although the call
was important, I couldn't reach a human being, only a recording.
"Thank you for calling," said the message. "Our office will be closed
until two o'clock as we enjoy our Customer Appreciation Week Celebration."
The telephone is a good way to talk to people without having to offer them a drink.
~Fran Lebowitz
In 1980, the only country in the world with no telephones was Bhutan.