Verb conjugation of "knipsen" in German

The current situation in Libya is really difficult. I tried to get in contact with acquaintances, but all the phones were not working. I'm really concerned about their well-being. I'll try again later.
Sometimes I visit Vocabulix to meet new people. It is true that one could do the same on Facebook, but the FB page is rather for friends, and you are less likely to contact strangers for this purpose.
I am back in Switzerland, and the weather makes me crazy. Shall I write you on Vocabulix or to your regular email address? I have been working 20 years as an employee for a German company.