After the planes, trains and automobiles component of getting here was done, we set about to get things in order. A modification to the fuse box energized the whole house and allowed for lights and some space heaters to improve the environment for human habituation, and...since a real electrician isn't available until later next week (to get us back to a full 220 at the box) we had to make some creative modifications to the basic utilities.
What we're up against...
Hot water again!
After a whole day spent cleaning up the endless mess, I set off for my reward. I was inspired by a visitor first...
He's pretty shameless...
Finally!