DEAR ABBY: My husband watched TV every night for hours until we had a "mysterious" blackout. The truth is, unbeknownst to my husband, I periodically flip the main circuit breaker to the house, leaving us in the dark for the entire night. Once he calms down, it's fun having a romantic dinner by candlelight and relaxing by the glow of the fireplace. The kids enjoy it, too -- and my husband hasn't caught on yet. -- WHATEVER IT TAKES IN INDIANA
DEAR WHATEVER: Let's hope he doesn't -- but be warned. In November 1965, a famous New York City blackout occurred. There was no power, and workers and residents found themselves in darkness with a lot of time on their hands. Nine months later -- August 1966 -- there was a record number of babies born. A word to the wise ...