Heat Wave

Three things have saved us during this extreme week of triple digit temps:


1. Central air. We finally had it installed in our 1867 home last August, and it has changed our lives. If there was no such thing as cabin fever {but believe-you-me, there is}, I'd be tempted to hibernate indoors every day until the sun goes down.


2. Remote start. We retrofitted my car with it a couple of winters ago, and it has changed our lives. My girl refuses to enter a warm vehicle, so I just remember to crank the air up whenever I park and hit the start button about 10 minutes before we are ready to leave the house again. Or store. Or anywhere.


3. After-dinner swims. I got over my initial fear of taking all three littles into the pool by myself, and it has changed our lives. They are total fish in water and have become incredible swimmers. Plus, hardcore paddling just before bedtime = best sleep E-V-E-R.