The older we get the harder it becomes to give up those things which give us comfort.

[drift] That's why it's important to come up with some alternatives while materials are easily available. For example, a friend can't live without his music. It's vital to his morale. I've been helping him download songs that he can play on a tiny MP3 player that can be recharged with a solar recharger.

When I get more time, I'm going to fabricate a way to recharge the player with wind power, plus get him two more back ups, which will be stored carefully. [/drift]