Keeping in touch with family and friends when you don't exactly live next door can be a challenge. I personally find it a lot more difficult now that I have a little baby boy. His grandparents and uncles/aunts/cousins are so far away! Here are some of my personal favorite tools to keep in touch with my family overseas.
In this Mommy 2.0:
Skype web application
WhatsApp smartphone app
Ceiva connected digital picture frame