I've adapted quite well to the new bulbs...except for a few places where I REALLY need a dimmer. When they work out low-voltage dimmable ones, I will be happy! (I have a 3watt 'nightlight' of the CF type that IS dimable...I don't know why it works)

The CF bulbs do come in various 'colors' of light, and it may help to try them. I love the money saved...the bulb in a yard light has been going for about 4 years now!...and several other bulbs are at 2-3 years.