"bob haller" wrote in message

I question any need for a home phone these days..........

I'm keeping mine. Works during power failures (and does not need charging),
and is much more comfortable to use with a real handset. Is easier for
multiple users since you can answer on one phone and another can pick up an
extension on another floor to get the call. I keep my home phone separate
from my cell, sort of like two lives. Sometimes I don't want to be
contracted, especially if I'm out, my insurance agent has no need to get a
hold of me.