Power is back. Still no explanation...

Hmmmn. Power out since 9:06. No explanation or ETA on restoration.

Our power is inexplicably out. The previous owner put the internet connection on a separate power supply, so I can now check the PG&E site.

Cute robots: ping.fm/r5NX8

Feeling a little better; hope I can taste things today.

Current temp. inside stove: 700F. Sittting 4 feet away. Die rhinovirus, die!

After a very small chimney fire (stopped instantly when the dampers were closed) we determine it's time for a visit from the sweep.

Feverish again. Current strategy overheat the bugs.

Almost bedtime for the grrrls. Not sure I'll last much longer. Hot bath first though. Maybe a medicinal application of spirits.

ping.fm/vpOhd Neil Gaiman and Amanda Palmer promoting "The Jewel Girl." Thanks to joedelta for the link.