Two days later, another second-hand store was closing out their holiday wares and I purchased two strings of outdoor lights. I already had the extension cord because I am the proud owner of not only a weed-wacker, but also a leaf blower. Serious tools with long electric cords. So I laid the lights in the branches, plugged it in and again, Voila. Only you should see it at night. it is a delight. it would be competing with the waning moon, except for the fact it is clouded over, with a possibility of snow. I have no idea what cost this little display for the neighbors will add to my electric bill. Any guesses?