Cool Thoughts

Since we are in the midst of this heat wave, are are some thoughts that might cool you down:

– Three months ago was April and the average temperature was a cool 51 degrees.  It has also been known to snow in Maine in April.  Just three short months ago.

– Three months from now is October and the average temperature is a cool 56 degrees.  Also, it has been known to snow in Maine in October. This usually happens around Halloween which makes dressing kids in costumes while keeping them warm a challenge. Just three short months from now.

– Six months ago and six months from now is the month of January.  The average temperature in January is a cold 24 degrees.  Here in Maine we generally have a very cold spell during January where the temperatures drop below 0 for several days in a row.  What is it like outside when the temperature is that low?  When you take a breath in, your nose hairs freeze.  You can develop frost bite in a matter of minutes on any exposed skin. There is generally ice and snow everywhere which makes walking and driving difficult.

Thinking of all of that, I remember all the people who yearned at that time for the hot, steamy days of summer.  Well, people, they are here!  You regretted they were gone last October, wished for them back in January and were looking forward to them in April.  Your wish has come true.  It is hot and steamy outside.

I bet that now you are yearning for the cold, crisp days of winter.  You don’t have to wait too long.  In about 90 short days, they will be discussing on the weather the possibility of snow.  I hope that you can appreciate the heat more now. I know I do. Just the fact that I can go outside barefoot and without putting on a coat makes this heat worthwhile. That, and I am sitting in air conditioning right now and feel quite cool and comfortable. Makes thinking about cool thoughts that much easier.

Think cool thoughts and I hope everyone stays cool and comfortable!!