There is something to be said for this not just in tangible items, but with our interaction with people.

I remember being in college and calling my girlfriend at the time to tell her I was on my way to see her, which was a 3 hour drive. It was just before I got my first cell phone so there was no talking to her on the drive up. Just anticipation of seeing each other. That made it so much more exciting and enjoyable for when I arrived. You don't get that any more.....absence makes the heart grow fonder.