[vanillasky]

#1059971

Any ideas about how to beat the summer heat and sun besides hiding in the house? I know we discussed this before and water is good to bring outside but the water eventually gets warm and the last thing I want to drink is warm water!

I have a battery operated fan on order but it’s out of stock.:mad: And not sure if the heat intolerance is coming from Graves’ or menopause or both. I can’t stand the sun. Makes me nauseated, hot and sleepy. Right now, I feel pretty crummy. It’s in the mid 80’s here and bright sunshine. I hate it. Wish it would snow.

I am shopping for a white umbrella. And aside from ice packs, there is nothing more I can think to do. If anyone can tell me how to cope, let it fly because I know we are in for a long summer. Yuck.

Karen

[Naisly]

#1179234

Anyone know why Las Vegas has so many fountains?

(I know the answer)

[Boomer]

#1179235

I’m feelin’ ya today!

It’s a mere 85F outside but man oh man I’m out of my mind with the heat today.

My solution: Sit under the maple tree and mist myself with a now-empty 409 spray bottle. I’ve gotten nothing but compliments on my new cologne…

(Actually it is a brand new bottle. Are you kidding me? 409? C’mon now…)

Inside, as I type this, I have the AC on with a fan blowing on me and yes- all of the windows are open. Ya wanna know why I leave the windows open? They’re MY windows and MY electric bill so I’ll leave ’em open if I want. So THERE! :-p

In spite of my ridiculous doings I hope you find yourself cool and comfy right away.

Peace,
Boomer

P.S. The misting bottle really helps!

[vanillasky]

#1179236

Thanks, Boomer. Glad I’m not alone. I know exactly how you feel and love your sense of humor. It made me laugh! Thanks, I needed that.

(just throwing one of “dorothy dixers” out there)

Karen

[Boomer]

#1179237

I’m here to help

Love to all,

Boomer

[Naisly]

#1179238

Naisly wrote:

Anyone know why Las Vegas has so many fountains?

(I know the answer)

I guess no one knows the answer? Surprised, since most of you are from the US.

Water regulates temperature.

You all can figure out the rest since no one here bothers to talk to me anyways.

[Boomer]

#1179239

Naisly wrote:

Naisly wrote:

Anyone know why Las Vegas has so many fountains?

(I know the answer)

I guess no one knows the answer? Surprised, since most of you are from the US.

Water regulates temperature.

You all can figure out the rest since no one here bothers to talk to me anyways.

Hello Naisly!

I’m sorry I missed your question- my mind isn’t working at 100% capacity these days . I’ll talk you about anything any time my new friend!

I lived in Phoenix, Arizona for a cuople years. Same climate as Las Vegas. There were many fountains there (and misting stations as well). The evaporation of water provides a cooling effect on the skin called “Evaporative cooling”. I have been using a misting bottle of H2O for the same cooling effect.

They also had “Cooling towers” that are based upon ancient native peoples’ designs and provide a cooling effect to those in the base of the tower. They work through (I believe but don’t remember 100%) cooling due to convection. They used these towers as bus stops so the people waiting didn’t dry up and blow away. The amazing part is that they actually work and use no energy whatsoever.

In spite of the heat I loved the climate there. 100F @8% relative humidity was actually quite pleasant. I remember one day, though, that the temperature reached 122F! The airport had to close because the tarmac was too soft from the heat.

Many folks who’ve never experienced the climate there say “It’s a dry heat so it’s not very troublesome”. I disagree- once it exceeded 100F it felt like I was living in a furnace!

I’m going to buy a HUGE box of Lego™ building blocks and build my own cooling tower right here over my desk if I don’t become accustomed to the heat this summer.

I hope this message find you feeling strong and brave and of course cool and comfortable

Love to you and yours,

Boomer

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