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Here and away: A short history of away messages

I hardly ever use an away message. Therefore, I often return to my computer after hours of absence to find thousands of instant messages from friends frantic to determine my location.

Instant Message 1: IloveyouAJ07: Hey A-J!

Instant Message 2: IloveyouAJ07: What's the matter? Are you ignoring me?

Instant Message 3: IloveyouAJ07: Fine! Ignore me.

Instant Message 4: IloveyouAJ07: I didn't mean that! Call me when you get back <3

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Mai Hukuoka is a Life Columnist for The Cavalier Daily. She can be reached at life@cavalierdaily.com.

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