Last July '08, my friends suggested that we form a group consisting of common friends using the same cellphone service (unlimitted text messages).
I was hesitant at first but eventually gave in. On July 6, '08 the Bachelors' Guild was formed. Basically what we do is send 'group' text messages to the members... It's kinda like twitter only via text message. The messages could be about anything under the sun... Sometimes arguments would even break out.
Of course we also meet occasionally for outings and some gatherings. But most of the interaction is via text messages.
I used to think that this was all some childish activity... But like what twitter has proved - its a lot easier to cope with daily stresses if you can tell others how your day has been...
... Even if they don't care at all. Just getting it out makes a whole lot of difference.