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Summer is here

Today officially felt like the first day of summer. Hot, muggy, sticky, and hot. I've been waiting so long for winter to be over and summer to finally arrive and well, I think I like Spring and Fall the best. Today was a quick reminder of the inescapable sticky heat (technically called humidity but I think sticky is more descriptive) here in New England. I am reminded of the many days ahead of me where I can enjoy 15 dry minutes after getting out of the shower before the sticky sweat sets in, as well as standing in front of the a/c unit, contemplating whether or not turning it up is worth the increased electricity bill. Since the a/c is not currently situated in our window, I didn't have a choice today (this is one of our budgeting tips, don't offer yourself the choice to spend money). How do we get through it? Lots of popsicles and lots of swimming.

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Steph said…
i feel ya...when it actually does warm up here (still have the heat on and it is almost june...what the heck?) that sticky gooey lovely humidity is just a pleasure. good thing i live next to a big ole lake to play in!
5/27/2008
Hayward Family said…
How cute!! That's GREAT! Swimming is fun!! :)
5/28/2008
Nicole said…
Yeah for summer, I'm so glad it's here! I love that picture, it is so cute!
5/28/2008
Chad and Amy Hatfield said…
Just be grateful you're not south of DC! Texas was pretty bad, but I've heard Georgia is the worst. I hate feeling sweaty and dirty after a shower. Good luck!
6/01/2008
Anonymous said…
Sure looks like Chase is having a great time! I have decided that I like the dry climate over the humid. Although you do give up all that beautiful greenery the East has.
6/13/2008
Anonymous said…
Oops that last comment was me.....I must have pressed the wrong button.
6/13/2008

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