You know...it's so hot here that you really have to have a sense of humor about it. While we could have made up most of these based on experience, a few of them came from a Phoenix, Arizona jokester. Seems as though Phoenix and Dubai have a lot in common...weather wise!
90% of the below statements are actually true and we have experienced them!
The potatoes cook underground, and all you have to do to have lunch is to pull one out and add butter, salt and pepper.
It is normal to take a soft-cooler bag to the grocery store for your cold/frozen items.
Long sleeves actually do make sense in the sun.
The trees are whistling for the dogs.
You no longer associate bridges with water.
You can say 113 degrees without fainting.
You can make instant sun tea.
You learn that a seat belt makes a pretty good branding iron.
The temperature drops below 95, you feel a bit chilly.
Even the water in the toilet is hot.
You would give anything to be able to splash cold water on your face. Can't get it from the faucet!
The 4 seasons are: tolerable, hot, really hot, and ARE YOU KIDDING ME??!!
You discover that during June - September, it takes only 2 fingers to drive your car.
You discover that you can get a sunburn through your car window. Even at maximum legal tinting.
You notice the best parking place is determined by shade instead of distance.
Hot water now comes out of both taps. You have hot water and hotter water.
It's noon in July, kids are on summer vacation, and not one person is out on the streets.
You actually burn your hand opening the car door.
If the swimming pool doesn't have a cooler, you don't want to get in it.
You break a sweat the instant you step outside at 7:30 a.m. before work.
No one would dream of putting vinyl upholstery in a car or not having air conditioning because you would be seriously burned or possibly die.
You realize that asphalt has a liquid state.
Your children ask what that wet stuff is on the windshield because they don't remember rain.
You never check the weather status...because it is always the same. Except for that rain on the windshield during January.
4 comments:
Wow. As a Vinton native I remember being surprised that it was possible to get a sunburn in February while living in Charleston, SC. This post takes that sentiment to another level entirely. Again, WOW!
Well wishes to all the Stovers! What a wonderful blog!
Hey there - the Kasdans are happy to see you guys back and blogging! Hope all is well...
Awwsome!!!
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