Yet the digital phone is half the size and weight of the analog and lasts a lot longer on a battery. I only care how compact and long-lasting it is. Shut it off. If you have the answering service, or even if you don't, just shut the phone off when you don't want a call. Nor should those calls take priority over quiet time with nature or yourself or just with a good meal.
Phones are great to have around as a tool, like cars.
Well, I hope not. Sometimes you should just park it.