I know it is a nuisance when the power goes out in California. (I am originally from that golden state.) But what I think is truly harrowing is the current breakdown of energy supply in Russia. The news report I saw yesterday showed people in temperatures of -40, with no heat, no hot water, ice on the interior walls of their homes. Those who had any heat at all were getting it from ancient coal-burning stoves (as in the days of the Tsars, as the reporter pointed out). Here in Germany, when it is just below zero and the heat goes out in my flat, I get angry and move to a hotel for a couple of days until it gets fixed. These poor people have no such option. It is hardly Poser related, but if anyone else wants to remember these poor souls in their prayers, I would be grateful. Sorry. I have had this on my mind all night. Hope everyone is staying warm and healthy this 2001.