JOE HARVEY,
Sir, - As a New Year resolution I decided to abandon my mobile phone. Having completed the first month I am glad to report that I have not suffered any dramatic effects. I still lead a full and active life, enjoy my usual weekend pints and even managed to carry on a conversation without the need to text someone. I know it is early days yet, but like smokers who give up, I am taking it day by day. - Yours, etc.
JOE HARVEY, Glenageary Woods, Glenageary, Co Dublin.