October 29, 20–

A leak has sprung in our eastern wall, causing water to trickle through a crack in the paint; I have attempted to seal it with a quantity of putty, though I am not certain how long it can withstand Neptune’s onslaught. The leak has necessitated the removal to drier climes of both our laptop and iPad chargers. Adam has taken the change with equanimity, bless him, and walks about singing “Modern Major General” and “With Catlike Tread.” Jennifer complains that I have left a well-sharpened knife in the sink; I can only conclude that she wishes it was by the door, the better to repel looters. She is a true warrior!