The cottage is dark tonight. A series of rainstorms passed over this evening and provided the area with some much needed rain and extended the break from the hot muggy air. The power flickered several times a little before 9:00, and then finally succumbed to the urge to stay off. It came on briefly a little while ago, but experienced cottagers know it usually goes off again until the Hydro boys get it fixed for good. My dad calls it a “little teaser on”, as it will typically stay on just long enough for you to feel comfortable that it’s really back, and then will dash your hopes by going off again just about the time you’ve blown out your candles. I do love rainstorms on the bay, but a little power is a beautiful thing. However, with candles, a laptop computer with battery backup, and a working phone line, the blog goes on.

Channel Man Stan had a good day today and is having a good night. Laura is his nurse tonight, and she said he is doing well and continues to slowly improve. His vital signs are still holding solid and a new combination of diuretics is working like a charm helping him output fluid. Happy Father’s Day Channel Man, you ol’ pisser. Sleep tight, and get well soon!