Heat-proofing and how I'm summerin'

[sauvage1983]

So, living in the south means I'm developing some heat resistant powers. Well, that and the fact that my AC has run less that 48 total hours this year. I am stubborn and I want to save moneh, dammit. I do, however, still feel whiny when it gets over 90 and I'm expected to do something other than lay under the fan and make noises into it

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[folkchick3]

Take it from a Floridian.... drink absolute BUCKETS of water... no soda, no caffeine, no alchohol (save that for evening). Drink Gatorade to replenish electrolytes, loose, cool clothing (Cotton) and a hat to keep the direct sun off your head. Mouse ears optional. Eat light but enough, limit salt and above all be nice to your feet.

Another trick... when you feel yourself overheating, go hit a gift shop and stay until you have cooled down.

Good luck!

PS

If you put up your hair (strongly advised) dont forget sunscreen on the back of your neck and your ears. Also, the tops of your feet if in sandals. Trust me... you will be glad you did.

[sauvage1983]

Thanks for the tips! I've been twice before, so I've gone in July but not August. Last time was mid-July, this time it will be end of the first week in August. Should it be about the same weather-wise, or just depends? And I love cutting through gift shops, I think in MGM it works best because there are roooows of them, lol.

[folkchick3]

End of August is just as hot (I forgot, you want really good sunglasses too!)It really doesn't start cooling down here until October, for serious. Sometimes not even then! Hope you have a great time!

PS
Warning, cooling off in gift shops may be hazardous to your budget! LOL! ;-)