Here's a lantern post or light post that's an easy project to build.

You garden light has to be supported by something. This cedar post is attractive and is made out of durable outdoor materials so should last for years.

This video with show you how to make the cedar lantern post so you won't have to fumble around in the dark again.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEzcPQzSqyA