I love the heat, so the predicted sudden increase in temps starting Sunday does me just fine. I will spend as much time in it as I can. It might even be the first time the flip flops come out this year.

But lots of people will be scrambling inside for the AC. Some might even look for inside shade. I have found the place for you below.

From Frederick Maryland. Photo by Mike Hartley

I will have to remember I’m not a youngster when I’m out and about in the heat not to overdo it. That is one of the biggest adjustments of getting older. Retraining your mind to take it slower on many things you used to just jump through, like flights of steps. I don’t break out into a full sprint anymore without stretching a bit. Using your knees to lift or getting help with a real heavy load instead of taking it yourself. That I can’t work hard outside for 8-10 hours without taking a break.

And others like watching out for too much sun on the skin or nasty ticks. Staying off ladders and the roof as much as possible. Being careful with the power tools and on those steep hills out back.

Ah, what the hell, where are my gloves. Out I go to do battle with Mother Nature. Have a good day and I’ll try to check in later if I haven’t hurt myself and hopefully fit in a few minutes with some fun.

Random Thoughts of the Day

• One would think a Supreme Court would have supreme judgment. One might be thinking wrong.
• It’s good to get a hug each day. More than one is great. When it’s a long one, you hit the trifecta.
• I’ve been better at carving out productive time this week.
• I almost gave up on a pastel piece, but it’s starting to take shape.
• I spent a wonderful evening with one of my best friends, a brother from another mother on his birthday last night.