I have no land-line, only a cell, which I conveniently leave in a pocket in my purse where half the time I can't hear it ring. I figure if it is good new or bad news, the news will still be there when I get around to checking my phone. If you come to my door, be prepared to stand there a while. I'll get there when I can and if you are a friend, you have been instructed to simply let yourself in anyway! I don't run to answer the phone or door anymore, now the only thing that makes me run is the baby crying or fresh brownies coming out of the oven! :thumbup: