kearney has full power back!!

last week, nebraska public power district repaired and energized kearney's last 3 transmission lines! nppd's work is far from over though. i heard (but haven't found verification) that most of the new lines were temporarily tied to the poles and not secured to withstand any type of storm. in addition to properly securing the lines, they will have their hands full making the necessary repairs made in time for irrigation season.

i was anal about conserving power last month, which was really good for me. it was easier to focus on living a simpler life, but it didn't hurt that i was out of town for most of the weekends. :) i did less chatting online, had slightly less heat, used less hot water. but i also did less sitting at my computer, less vegging, and more reading. it was humbling to realize how much electricity i routinely waste.

this storm will not soon be forgotten.