ugh!

It's hot.

It would be easier if the humidity was low but living in Minnesota means humidity that almost matches that of tropical rain forests.

Okay, maybe not, but I hate being sticky.

This morning Emma and I filled a whole lot of empty water bottles and put them in the freezer. I pulled one out a while ago and ran it up and down Connor's back and neck. He has never sat so still. Maybe, if we can hold out for a couple of days we will be able to avoid putting the air conditioner in the window this summer. When I was a kid we lived without an air conditioner. It is possible to survive without it but we've been spoiled over the last 7 years since two of my sisters bought me a window unit.

Anyway, I am kicking my children out of the house today. At the very least the breeze will help them to stay cool as will the sprinkler.