Happy AUGUST , but not so happy HEAT!

This summer has been SPICY HOT. In fact this week we are pretty much looking at 100+ degree temps, and that doesn't include the HEAT INDEX. For those not familiar with the words heat index, it basically means how it really feels outside. That all translates to a feeling of being ON THE SURFACE OF THE SUN ... ick!

BUT, on the bright side ...

summer break is nearly over (yes, this may be the first year I am happy to say that)
my grass grows slower because of the high temps (this means less mowing)
my in and out, back and forth in the car should be a little bit less

I normally enjoy summer, but this year it's been tougher than usual ...

my oldest has a job and no car or driver's license
my driving around town has been ridiculously silly (too many places; too little time)
bickering children
a bit of school craziness with a big switch (now I've got 4/5 of my girls going to Catholic school - that is a good thing)
no lake days
just one beach stop (which will happen soon)
HEAT ... I've mentioned the heat ... YES?

So, here's to a better AUGUST and hopefully after this week ... a COOLER ONE!

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