Often

Once upon a time when people lived far from others, they had no expectations of hearing from each other very often.

There was no email, or messaging. Long distance phone calls were terribly expensive and limited to a few minutes every so often.

Letters took days. Packages often took weeks.

Visits from great distances might be sporadic at best and even if loved ones lived closer, visits were usually not as often as they might have wished.

For all the complaints people have about modern technology, I am grateful for it, because it is often my best chance of keeping in touch with those I love.