Staying cool in the summer

[RaysEbooks]

A friend of mine told me that her parents used to take her to the mall on hot summer days to stay cool. At first i laughed at it...

but, its brilliant.

Another thing you can do is visit the library. In New York they have ACs, internet access, and peace and quiet.

Another option is going into a barns and noble and just lounging around for the day.

Public pools are also a free option depending where you live.

What else is out there?

[PrincessPerky]

If you have AC at home, but don't like to pay to keep it very cool, simply walking out to get the mail or a quick trip around the block, brings a new perspective on the house temp.

Drinking real fluids helps you feel cooler (not caffeinated/fake sugar/alcoholic ones)..real like water, juice, lightly sweetened lemonade, etc.

Eating juicy foods helps too (fruit, not steak..though nothing wrong with a juicy steak!)

Some parks have public sprinklers. or fountains. Though you technically don't belong in one, you can certainly wander past and hope wind sends refreshing water your way. (unless you are too grown up for water fun...)

[WiseOwl]

Believe it or not, hot tea is the beverage of choice in India, a very hot country in most areas. And it's cheap!

It does work. See what interesting facts you can pick up when you love Indian food!

[Razzy]

Or you can make or buy a couple of cooling neckties to help you keep cool in the summer. They are simple to make and they can save you money.

Razzy

[Gossioii4]

Looks like your question thing at the end of the post worked. Also not having to sign in is nice too. Good job. Nice list. Thanks.

[RedThunderBird]

wear light colored cloths ======

[maryannsms]

Never underestimate the clothes you choose and the makeup you wear. Summer is not a good time for too much product in your hair and makeup on your face. They melt far too easily, and often end up feeling and looking like more of a hassle than they are worth. Also, be sure to wear light-colored and loose-fitting clothes. They attract the least amount of sun, and can help you feel comfortable when you are out in the sun. I prefer linen and cotton to polyester, wool, and other synthetics.

[graceful]

Ceiling fans and window fans help especially at night. Keeps us from having to turn on the a/c in the summer as long as possible. We use our window a/c's only during heatwaves.