I’m quite surprised you don’t own a cell phone, whs. You may want to consider this if you haven’t already. Please read post #52 here:
http://www.eightforums.com/chillout-room/40357-thoughts-windows-phone-8-a-2.html.
As I stated, I haven't had a land line for 15 years. When direct DSL was introduced is when I dropped landline phone account and went strictly cellular. I could not justify having a land line any longer. Although it cost me more for DSL plus the cell account, I was actually getting more bang for the buck plus I was able to take my phone with me anywhere. More freedom is what they give us. When I got the Nextel phone I tethered it and eliminated the DSL. Although slower, I was saving money by eliminating the expense.
Anywho, you may want to consider dropping your land line and get both yourself and your wife a cell phone. They do have family plans as well. Any which way, good luck on your hunt.