Very true but we had pay phones back then. I have no compunctions whatsoever about letting a phone ring if I’m busy with something. My ex thought the world stopped when the phone rang. It had to be answered.If you ever had a car break down on you, or got in a position where you needed someone to come get you, or bring you cash, you probably realize that we've ALWAYS needed cell phones. It's just that back in the day (which was a Wednesday, btw...) they cost too much for most of us to be affordable. Electronics have gotten smaller and cheaper since the 60's.