Devon, make that two of us glad you weren't in Manhattan!

So far, so good, Cathy. Minor stuff compared to what New Jersey and Manhattan had.

Paula, it's where the window opens. Basic slider window and the water comes in right at the point where the two panes of glass join. Nothing to be done about it. The real solution involves grading the ground away from the house.

And I agree — one day a week minus electronic distractions!

Not sure what that basement window situation is, exactly, but would a little clear caulking on the joint help keep water out? It should come off fairly easily when you need to open the window. Just a thought.

I highly recommend everyone take a weekly technology break. No e-mail, no cell phone, no tablets. We've all seen people who are so hyper-connected that they forget how important human interaction is. It's an easy trap to fall into, and stepping back from the gadgets for a day is a great reminder of that. It's like the 21st Century version of getting back to nature.