You're late .   I know I'm late . I'm sorry . I tried to call you to tell you , but your phone seems to be disconnected .   My phone ?   Yes . An automatic message says your phone is not in service .   Really ? I had no idea . Let me check.Yes , it's dead . There's no dial tone .   So I couldn't get through . I knew I'd be late because my car wouldn't start.It was too cold I had to warm it up in the garage with a heater . That's why I'm late .   But this is terrible . I'm expecting important calls .   About what ?   You know what.The theater guild is supposed to call me and discuss a contract for my play.They are supposed to call me this evening.If I don't have a phone . Oh , what can I do ?   Well , the only thing you can do is tell the phone company and hope they fix it fast .   Do you have a cell phone ? 