The other evening our power went out.  Apparently a transformer in our neighborhood blew.  Its a very common occurrence.  I live in an older neighborhood where the power lines are still above ground.  At least once every couple of months something bizarre happens that brings down the power – high winds, car accident, storm, heavy ice, or even too many people using their air conditioner. It never fails, that every time the power goes out in my house three things … →