That's HOT - Page 4

Eric · 27-01-2014, 20:42

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Originally Posted by dotti34

It's surprising how we all manage to get through the extremes. Bit tough here today though for the kids going back to school after the long summer break, especially the little ones just starting school and pre-school for the first time.
I would say that most schools here are air-conditioned now, it's just the journey getting there and especially getting back home again in the heat of the day that will be the challenge.
Things have changed a lot over the years. When my oldest son was in Junior School (a lot of years ago now) the classroom didn't have a/c - not even a fan - and when it was hot his teacher would tell the students to take off their shoes and socks, she would throw water on the wooden floor and tell them to walk about on it - and that was the way they cooled off!!!!
Children are very resilient - they'll cope, it's the adults who do the most complaining.

Bit different here in god's country ... we've had quite a few days when exposed flesh freezes in about 10 minutes. But the kids bundle up and head out for school. Here, many of us get out and enjoy the winter ... might as well, eh.

My neighbour, who is, believe it or not, older than I am, and I got together to do our shovelling today ... his wife brought out mugs of hot chocolate which was probably more than half sambuca

And our winter festival, Febfest, begins soon.

Welcome to Feb Fest, Kingston ON, Canada

If you want to take in the action:

https://www.cityofkingston.ca/explor...-square/webcam

It all happens here.

dotti34 · 27-01-2014, 20:49

Love the photos and all the comments. Have a great picture in my mind of you, Turtle, all bundled up. Eric, do moose steaks taste anything like kangaroo? Or is that a different flavour altogether? Can't beat the good old barbie for a decent feed.

Margaret Pilkington · 27-01-2014, 21:37

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Originally Posted by dotti34

It's surprising how we all manage to get through the extremes. Bit tough here today though for the kids going back to school after the long summer break, especially the little ones just starting school and pre-school for the first time.
I would say that most schools here are air-conditioned now, it's just the journey getting there and especially getting back home again in the heat of the day that will be the challenge.
Things have changed a lot over the years. When my oldest son was in Junior School (a lot of years ago now) the classroom didn't have a/c - not even a fan - and when it was hot his teacher would tell the students to take off their shoes and socks, she would throw water on the wooden floor and tell them to walk about on it - and that was the way they cooled off!!!!
Children are very resilient - they'll cope, it's the adults who do the most complaining.

My husband and I spent a number of years wintering(our winter - not yours) in Oz. We would put plastic juice bottles in the freezer to take to bed with us to stay cool enough to sleep...and put damp socks in the fridge and put them on before going to bed...they were dry by morning.
The house we stayed in had no aircon back then(80's).

Yes Dotti, those volunteer firefighters do a brilliant job.

dotti34 · 28-01-2014, 02:36

[Quote Margaret Pilkington] My husband and I spent a number of years wintering(our winter - not yours) in Oz. We would put plastic juice bottles in the freezer to take to bed with us to stay cool enough to sleep...and put damp socks in the fridge and put them on before going to bed...they were dry by morning.
The house we stayed in had no aircon back then(80's).

Had to smile when I read this, Margaret. Brought back memories of some of the things we did to keep the kids cool in the heat. We didn't have air-con either (nor fans for a long time - but fans only circulate the warm/hot air anyway).

One thing I used to do - and which you reminded me about - was, while they were cooling off under the shower, I would put their clothes in the fridge or freezer so they were nice and cold when they put them on (though not for long!).

Sometimes slept outdoors - could then, wouldn't risk it now though.
Surprising how you get through.

Eric · 28-01-2014, 03:31

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Originally Posted by dotti34

[Quote Margaret Pilkington] My husband and I spent a number of years wintering(our winter - not yours) in Oz. We would put plastic juice bottles in the freezer to take to bed with us to stay cool enough to sleep...and put damp socks in the fridge and put them on before going to bed...they were dry by morning.
The house we stayed in had no aircon back then(80's).

Had to smile when I read this, Margaret. Brought back memories of some of the things we did to keep the kids cool in the heat. We didn't have air-con either (nor fans for a long time - but fans only circulate the warm/hot air anyway).

One thing I used to do - and which you reminded me about - was, while they were cooling off under the shower, I would put their clothes in the fridge or freezer so they were nice and cold when they put them on (though not for long!).

Sometimes slept outdoors - could then, wouldn't risk it now though.
Surprising how you get through.

It's about 30 below right now but I'm nice and toasty

And when I go for my dog walk, I'll put on my spook toque, hitch up my long johns, pull on my boots, put on my winter coat, and I'll be comfortable. I still think that the cold and snow, even as rough it has been this winter, is much easier to deal with than the heat ... and we do get our fair share of that in summer, although it is always a little cooler by the lake. If it weren't for the [deleted] shovelling, I'd be a happy mother.

Eric · 28-01-2014, 17:52

From what I read, parts of Australia are about to be hit by another heat wave. The winter olympics begin on February 7. So you could always crank up the AC, turn on the big screen, grab a cold brewskie, and watch the Canadians clean up on the medals.

Seems like we are going to have a break from the deep freeze this weekend ... Up to about -5 ... shorts and t-shirt weather

kestrelx · 28-01-2014, 17:59

Sooner or latter your all doomed ha ha ha

- floods - freezing - snow - wind and rain!

The weather is getting more adverse all over the place.

Eric · 28-01-2014, 18:18

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Originally Posted by kestrelx

Sooner or latter your all doomed ha ha ha

- floods - freezing - snow - wind and rain!

The weather is getting more adverse all over the place.

Thank you for sharing this; however, I've already seen the movie

MargaretR · 28-01-2014, 18:29

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Originally Posted by Eric

Thank you for sharing this; however, I've already seen the movie

...and I've read some of the book
Angels Don't Play This Haarp: Advances in Tesla Technology: Nick Begich, Jeane Manning: 9780964881204: Amazon.com: Books

westendlass · 28-01-2014, 19:47

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Originally Posted by Eric

It's about 30 below right now but I'm nice and toasty

And when I go for my dog walk, I'll put on my spook toque, hitch up my long johns, pull on my boots, put on my winter coat, and I'll be comfortable. I still think that the cold and snow, even as rough it has been this winter, is much easier to deal with than the heat ... and we do get our fair share of that in summer, although it is always a little cooler by the lake. If it weren't for the [deleted] shovelling, I'd be a happy mother.

Hope your dog has a warm coat and long John's too Eric.

Eric · 28-01-2014, 20:04

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Originally Posted by westendlass

Hope your dog has a warm coat and long John's too Eric.

No long johns

But she has a beautiful, warm winter coat, purple with reflecting stripes. It's lined and waterproof.

Eric · 28-01-2014, 22:19

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Originally Posted by westendlass

Hope your dog has a warm coat and long John's too Eric.

Here she is ... all ready to brave the elements.

Not my best effort ... altho' I'm not an eggspurt ... note the bag of cat food for the feral cats, one of which hangs out under the porch.

westendlass · 29-01-2014, 09:29

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Originally Posted by Eric

Here she is ... all ready to brave the elements.

Not my best effort ... altho' I'm not an eggspurt ... note the bag of cat food for the feral cats, one of which hangs out under the porch.

She looks nice and toastie Eric, love her little beard!

Eric · 29-01-2014, 14:15

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Originally Posted by westendlass

She looks nice and toastie Eric, love her little beard!

She's due for a trip to the beauty parlour, but not until it warms up a tad. And then she will look HOT.

Gotta keep on topic.

Turtle · 29-01-2014, 14:21

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Originally Posted by dotti34

Love the photos and all the comments. Have a great picture in my mind of you, Turtle, all bundled up. Eric, do moose steaks taste anything like kangaroo? Or is that a different flavour altogether? Can't beat the good old barbie for a decent feed.

In previous winters we've BBQd all throughout the winter due to lack of snow. This year however, it's buried in the stuff, just like Eric's!