Our power went out on Monday and just got power back on yesterday. Our region took a really hard hit. Utility companies estimate it will be 5 weeks before all power is restored. I think about 300,000 people are without power just in our region alone.

I learned a couple things whilst sitting in the dark:
  • A winter Buff is worth it's weight in gold.
  • French press--every household should have one!
  • You can never have too many Coleman battery operated lanterns.
  • Shamwow does a good job pulling water out of hand washed clothes.
  • A radio that plays the local TV station is fun to listen to.
  • A large insulated carafe filled with hot water is a blessing in disguise.
  • Coleman cookstoves are mighty handy if you don't have a gas BBQ grill.