Onward!!

A brief Helsinki news story caught my attention this evening. A man had been found suffering from smoke inhalation after a fire had started in his flat which was on the same street as my father’s place. I messaged my brother and asked him to call him up and ask if he’s ok. Within a minute of me reading the story, I knew he was all right and had no idea about any fire, which was good. I would have never found out about the possibility had I not read the news snippet on the Internet. I don’t think I could have found out so quickly without cell phones and instant messaging. I’m not sure which would be better if it had indeed been my father – to find out quickly after my brother trying to call him, or hear afterwards after they would contact family.

Either way, I’m glad he’s ok and do appreciate being able to instantly call or message anyone on my own mobile phone. That’s pretty cool, if you think about it for more than an eyeblink.

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