Sunday, February 22, 2026

     Sudden darkness.  Electric power stops as we are watching another episode of LINCOLN LAWYER. My roommate sits in her electric recliner fully extended. I move slowly to find the solar lanterns by the front door.  I am afraid of using candles. Two of the four lanterns work. With lanterns we are able to get ready for bed.  I am able to read for an hour. Power back on at 10:30. I turn off the living room lights and go to bed.

     This morning, I am putting the lanterns outside in the sun to recharge. I have been waiting for several years to see if the lanterns would really work.  They did. These lanterns are made for backpacking and are perfect for house use during a black out.

     At noon, the Instacart shopper brings in the heavy bags from the grocery store into the kitchen. I am so grateful for this service.

     Before the darkness we finish watching the last episode of HOW TO GET TO HEAVEN FROM BELFAST. Good strong unpredictable ending.