I’ll never forget those 10 days. The hurricane had knocked out power to the whole neighborhood, and we were stuck – no Wi-Fi, no lights, nothing. My family and I had to figure things out fast. But the craziest thing? We realized we were actually more prepared than we thought.

You see, we had stored up some emergency water and essentials, but what really helped us get through was this Bluetooth speaker. I know, it sounds strange. But that speaker turned out to be a lifesaver. Not only could it charge up with the solar power during the day, but it also had this built-in flashlight that lit up our nights when the house was pitch black.

We used it to play music, keep our spirits up, and gather together to play card games. The kids even joked that the speaker was their new ‘Wi-Fi,’ giving us the entertainment we needed. We laughed, we talked, and it actually brought us closer together.

When we misplaced things in the dark or had to move around the house, that flashlight was always there, making sure we were safe and could see what we were doing. It wasn’t just about having power again – it was about feeling protected and 

connected.

That speaker turned out to be our little miracle during the storm. Without it, we could’ve been stressed and frustrated. Instead, we made the best out of a bad situation, and honestly, we felt more like a team than ever before. Looking back, we thank God we had that speaker. It really was our bright spot – in more ways than one.