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Just A Phone Call Away
By Marisa | February 11, 2008
Anyone who has followed my blog for any length of time knows that I have a son currently living in Hawaii. Specifically, he’s on the north shore of the island of Kauai, in Kilauea. To say that it’s a beautiful place would be an understatement. I fell in love with Kauai in 2001 on my first visit and I love it still.
I’m so happy that Jesse’s been able to stay in Hawaii and work. He really does love it there. It’s just that I really miss him. Yes, I have five other children. Still, with one so far away, there’s just always a little ache in my heart. It wouldn’t be quite so bad if we had a way to talk to each other more often. but all we have are our cell phones and reception on the north shore of Kauai is worse than it is here in the hills of West Virginia - and that’s saying a lot!
Granted, the lush greenery, the majestic mountain in the center of the island, the valley where Jesse’s house is located, all make for a paradise setting. And they also make cell phone reception unbearable! Every conversation takes about 5 or 6 redials - yes, we get cut off that often.
What’s the answer? Well, after some research it seems that the best way to stabilize our cell phone reception is to invest in a portable cell phone booster. This device not only boosts signal strength but it also reduces disconnects and extends battery life. Can you imagine how much better Jesse’s signal will be with one of these? We’ll be able to talk anytime we want! Just look at these test results:
Not only does it operate on AC at home, but it can also switch to DC power for use in the car with a cigarette lighter. That makes it an excellent bargain since there are a number of beaches that we enjoy there with an even weaker signal than Jesse gets at his house. It’s really kind of frightening to be near the water with no way to call for emergency services; the portable cell phone booster isn’t simply convenient, it’s a potential life saver, too.
The more I read about this signal booster, the more I know it would be perfect for Jesse in Hawaii. It comes with a protective case and according to the directions on the website, it looks like it would be snap to set up.
Jesse has been in Hawaii since 2005. We’ve spent three of his birthdays and one Christmas apart. I’ve been fortunate to have visited him a few times each year, even bringing his baby niece with us last March, but it just isn’t the same. As much as I love having a reason to travel to Hawaii, I would much rather have my son home. That probably won’t happen this year, but I think I’ve found a way to bring him a little closer. Well, to bring his voice closer, at least.
It’s kind of odd to view an electronics product in such an emotional way. I guess you’d have to be a mom with a child almost 5000 miles from home to understand. All I know is that Jesse’s phone calls are usually one of the best parts of my day. This signal booster can make those calls even better.
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wow that must be the most beautiful place that i have ever seen
i think everyone should visit it once in a lifetime