Life Without Electricity

We were without power for most of this past week.

Candles definitely came in handy...

... as did our decks of playing cards.

Mornings started with some quality time 

in the local gas line --

we were running a generator

to keep our sump and fridge going.

Most nights Mr. D treated us 

to piano practice by Petzl-light.

And when we finally fled to Bala Cynwyd

in search of heat and comfort 

(thank you, Feldinis!),

we were thrilled to return to THIS 

beautiful sight:

(As of this writing, almost a third of NJ residences

remain without power, including over 10K

here in Mercer County. Gas restrictions have been imposed

in twelve NJ counties. And many NJ voters will need to vote

via emergency procedures. It's going to be a long road.)