| As I write this we are setting all time temperature | | | | read, and it's enjoyable for many of us. Now if you are |
| records in New England. It hot over 100 degrees today, | | | | not a reader, don't worry, go shop at the mall instead. |
| very hot in Maine. Now I don't mind much but everyone | | | | 4) Go to a movie. Movie theatres tend to have |
| else seems to be complaining big time. Here are a few | | | | splendid air conditioning, and a matinee during the heat |
| ways to make the heat more bearable. | | | | of the day might be juts the thing. We took the kids to |
| 1) Go swimming. Maybe you have a pool or a friend or | | | | see a children's movie this afternoon, and it was |
| neighbor does, but I greatly prefer the ocean. You | | | | entertaining even for the adults – and very cool! I |
| might like a lake or stream. Swimming, even if you | | | | often just go to the movie theatre and see what's |
| haven't in years, is wonderfully refreshing. I tend to | | | | playing. |
| more hang out in the water than swim, but it's all good. | | | | 5) Eat less! Eating makes you hot as it takes energy |
| My kids can hang out in the water all day when it's hot, | | | | to digest food. I'm as hungry as always in the heat, but |
| a nd I'm good for a couple of hours myself. | | | | eating less seems easier and does tend to keep you |
| 2) Set up a sprinkler on the lawn and run around in it. | | | | cooler or at least less hot. When you eat, lighter fare |
| My kids love doing this. Do be aware of sunburn and | | | | works well to keep you cool. Watermelon is a favorite! |
| overheating, but this is a great way to cool down. And | | | | 6) Air conditioning and fans, need I say more? Don't |
| it's not for kids only! Adults, parents, and even | | | | expect to buy them during a heat wave as they often |
| grandparents enjoy them too. | | | | sell out, but if you have them beforehand you'll be OK. |
| 3) Visit the library and read. It'll be cool, you'll probably | | | | 7) Cool drinks, especially blender drinks are great! |
| end up exploring types of books you'd never normally | | | | |