12 Things to Do When There's No Power

Although power outages usually don't last long, you can find yourself with the enviable position of needing something to do!  Does't that sound a little sad, though?  I mean, the pioneers didn't even HAVE power, and yet their days were full.  Anyway, try a few of these awesome pastimes.

1. Read a book by flashlight.
2. Knit something with a straightforward and simple pattern.
3. Write letters to all of your friends.
4. Organize your photographs.
5. Look through your photographs.
6. Begin writing a novel in a unused notebook.
7. Play chess with family members.
8. Sew something by hand.
9. Make popcorn over a fire.
10. Instead of simply talking, sing what you want to say!
11. Finish a project that has been sitting around forever.
12. Enjoy every minute of a electricity free life!