Thanks for the computer offer. I don't know what changed but the machine seems to be staying lit longer. I will take it to the guys at the apple store "genius bar" after the holidays...they appear to be closed at the moment.

I love the snow too. It was funny yesterday, hearing Larry talk about how much he loves the snow, and how he had forgotten because he has lived here for 20 years. He used to be a ski instructor. I had not forgotten that I love the snow. I've been missing it since I moved here. It's wild to see snow and seagulls together. =-]