surivival of the candlelighted

So after a week with no power and some eye strains from candlelight reading vigils (I'd rather read than not sleep), the internet is restored to me. I have a good deal to catch up on in worldly affairs.

Edit: In the future, I shall not disparage CNN's coverage of hurricanes. At least, I will not rant actively about it. The week of 19th century history reading was inspirational, but not particularly necessary to re-enact.