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When technology preserves presence we cannot let go

I have been calling my dead boyfriend's voicemail just to hear his voice and I am scared they will disconnect the number

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Digital artifacts create the illusion of ongoing connection while highlighting the absolute nature of physical absence.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

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If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.