Category Archives: Off-the-Grid Power

Feeling Powerful

I have written before of the power of self pity (see Confessions of a Squeaky Wheel or The Power of Self Pity) and once again, complaining seems to have given us precisely what we want. Our battery bank is fully … Continue reading

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Analog Days, Oil Lamp Nights

Our 21st century homestead seems like a 19th century homestead lately. As often happens at this time of year, we’ve entered a period of “doldrums.” Our weather has remained steadfastly cloudy and calm, reducing our power generation to bare minimum. … Continue reading

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