>>As for the temperatures (or, rather, tempachures, as they are known here), 97F at the moment, but must feel like 100+. It eased a bit yesterday, now it's back.
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>It almost reached 72 today. A light cool breeze gently moves the leaves so they make that rustling sound. I wish it was warmer, so I could have a beer.

It's just too hot to feel anything, even envy.