Linda Matchan

Everyone I spoke to had experienced Shirley’s particular brand of slow friendship. Neighbors spoke of how she watched their homes and collected their mail when they were away. She may have had no use for social media, but she kept us connected to one another, sharing updates and news. She took long daily walks around the neighborhood and, unencumbered by devices or earbuds, cheerfully engaged everyone she met, even children and dogs.
https://www.bostonglobe.com/2020/03/20/magazine/unconnected-modern-day-gadgets-my-neighbor-connected-with-everyone/