pam - my house is dark too - but I figure that I can install some very interesting lights and I was also looking at a skylight - they even have skylights that can go through tubes from the roof to whatever room you want the light in.
as to the storage - can get a small storage unit for the back yard - and if it is small enough you can take it with you if you do move.
Remember - always look on the bright side of things. and keep smiling.
