
Regardless of the month or day, I keep the porch light on. I stick with low-watt bulbs with a warm glow, because while I like the safety of keeping them on all night, I don’t want to disturb my neighbors. But if we’re going to pursue such a pragmatic practice, perhaps it should be pleasing.

I gravitate toward black lanterns, but I may be boxed into flush mount territory now. Certainly, you can find your own way through brass, black, or pewter. The important thing is finding your way home.



These are available locally from Rensen House of Lights.