And I realize that it seems to be a really trivial thing but when that's all you've got, that's all you've got.

Aw! Horrible cable people! I understand how frustrating it can be... (And I am sure Mr. Constantine will understand too!)

managed to get him on the cell but we both have horrid reception, so it was a matter of yelling good night to each other over the crackle

Well, that sucks. On the other hand, you can just extend Valentine's Day through the rest of the week to make up for it.

It's NOT a really trivial thing! That's not very nice of Cable One at all. Send them a strongly worded letter

Stupid cable.