#Portable Air Cooler for Room

[itstimeforstarwars]

I was going to sew a hat to procrastinate on writing but I was stopped in my tracks by the fact that I would have to iron some fabric in 98f heat.

[lahorecentre]

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[yourknightinshiningplastic]

can it please cool down in here I'm wearing a sports bra that used to be too stretched to fit and it fits and I'm getting a little dysphoric rn

[kenstarindia]

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[luveline]

Hi there! I hope your day’s been going well :)

Could you maybe write something with Spencer where Reader faints? Feel free to ignore this if you’re not up for it!!

thank u for ur request! fem!reader, 1.6k

"It's so hot," you say, startled. The lobby of the hotel had been blissfully air-conditioned. The difference hits you immediately. 

"Don't worry about blazers or professional attire," Hotch says, though he quickly amends, "within reason."

You take off your jacket and follow the herd of the BAU into the black SUVs. The SUVs are even hotter than the outdoors, blistering ovens of heat that have you feeling nauseous instantaneously. Spencer rubs your arm with the back of his hand swiftly —it's a friendly touch to say he's here, but it's quick to prevent any unnecessary added heat. 

It's August in Texas, 107 degrees Fahrenheit. Emily smells distinctly of sunscreen from the front passenger seat. Derek, behind the wheel, looks hot around the collar. Spencer looks as though he wishes he'd had a haircut before he came, chin length curls tucked tight behind his ears. 

Despite this, none of them complain beyond the general whine every now and then. You try very hard to shut up and focus on the case with them, but as the day goes on, bumping you from hot car to hot crime scene (with all inclusive smells of gore!), you feel wobbly on your feet. 

"Spence?" you ask, sitting in a hard-backed chair in the police precinct. 

"Yeah?" He doesn't look away from the geographical profile he's building. You're supposed to be helping, but your notes are half-hearted, likely useless. "What?" 

"Do you have any water?" 

He pushes a pin into the left of the map and grabs a ruler. "No, sorry. There's a staff room by the bullpen, the secretary said to help ourselves. Actually, she said to 'go ham.'"

"Okay. I'll be right back. And I'll be more helpful." 

"You're plenty helpful," he murmurs, leaning down to follow the line of his rules with a pencil. 

You don't feel helpful, you feel awful. Head heavy, eyes aching, every step sends a jolt through your teeth and jaw, your skull like a mashed potato. You know you're a poor sight with sweat wetting your hair and a crawling sensation between your legs and the fabric of your pants. 

Letting yourself into the staff room, you're unsurprised to find a bone dry water cooler and a crate of water bottles with only one remaining. Spencer needs a drink too, and he has a thing about germs. You frown at the water bottle as though that might duplicate it, but when it doesn't, you're forced to take it and put it under your arm. You look around for a mug to at least have some tap water no matter how ill-advised that may be. They're all dirtied in the sink and on tables. Fuck. 

Spencer is super, super lovely to you. You wonder sometimes if he might ask you out, or at least want to, but most of the time you're sure it's just a little extra friendliness because he knows how it feels to be the youngest on the team, how patronised or lonely it gets. And the weight of trying to prove yourself every mission, it's almost as heavy as your head. 

"Hey," Spencer says as you open the conference room door. "I think I've worked something out. Could you call Garcia for me? I've got dry-erase marker on my hands." 

"Got this for you," you say, offering him the bottle. He takes it without looking. 

"Thanks. Are you feeling any better? I know you can be sensitive to the heat." 

"Maybe we can get portable fans on the FBI budget next year," you say wistfully, pushing a chair in at the table. You lean on it to grab the phone in the middle of a sea of papers and cases and jackets, black spots popping up in your vision. "My head's rushing." 

"Hey, guys," Emily says, sounding strangely chipper as she and Hotch trudge in. Her hair is in a tight ponytail away from her face. 

You try to greet them and end up hanging your head. 

"Y/N," Spencer chokes, alarmed.

You slump forward over the chair, desperate to keep your footing and failing. Your shin knocks into the chair and your hands grasp at the top of it, but you can't hold yourself up any longer, knocking your face into the chair as you collapse. A cheap tent in a strong breeze, you fall with little more than a weak sigh. 

You're hurting a lot when you come to, blinking like your lashes have been brushed with glue. The lights have been turned off, and a blissful chill soaks your hairline. Someone presses a water bottle to your lips and lifts your head. You drink half the contents in three gulps and get laid down again with the utmost care. 

"She's coming around," Hotch says. 

Your neck aches propped over a leg. Two deft hands hold your head still. 

"Don't move too much," Spencer says, his voice odd. You blink as his face moves into view upside down. "An EMT is on the way, okay? You passed out." 

You can't find your voice. Spencer strokes your cheek with his thumb, says, "Hey, can you hear me? Let's hear your voice. Talk to me." 

"You don't sound like yourself," you say hoarsely, each word tenuous. You wince at the bruising heat that radiates from your nose with each word. 

"I'm worried about you," Spencer admits. "It makes it hard to stay objective." 

"No, you sound funny." 

"I'm worried," he repeats. His smile is strained. 

"She's okay," Hotch says. 

You realise Emily's got your hand in hers when she squeezes it. "Have you had anything to drink today?" she asks you, fondly incredulous. 

"No, she hasn't, and I didn't say anything about it. I'm an idiot. I'm so sorry, Y/N," Spencer says. 

"Y/N's responsible for her own preservation, Reid. And it's been a tough case, with the heat. Let's not blame anyone for anything." You press your chin to your chest to see Hotch's anxious frown. "We will be having a discussion about this later." 

You turn your face into Spencer's thigh. "Oh." 

"Don't close your eyes," Hotch says. He employs a firm, boss-like tone that has you rushing to follow orders. "You hit your head." 

"I don't feel well," you complain, wanting to close your eyes.

"Considering your behaviour," Spencer says, one of his hands trailing down your face, neck, and collar, where he rests it genially, "you likely have a mild to moderate concussion. And you're dehydrated, so you'll be feeling the effects more severely."

"Why haven't you been drinking?" Emily asks. 

"I just…" You blink sluggishly. "I don't know… We don't take anything that isn't coffee with us places and…" You lean your cheek into Spencer's hand, not quite connecting that it's his hand, or that you're laying on the precinct floor. "They only had one bottle in the staff room." 

"Why didn't you drink it?" Spencer asks softly. 

"I knew you hadn't had anything to drink, either." 

"We could've shared," he says, sounding genuinely confused. 

"You don't like sharing stuff like that. Germs." 

Spencer's voice is barely above a whisper, "I wouldn't care about your germs, Y/N. They're your germs." 

You don't have time to ask him what he means, but you've ample time to think about it on loop when the EMT arrives. He props you up, checking you over thoroughly, shining a light in your eyes and deeming you concussed.

"You don't have to see a doctor," the EMT advises. "But we're happy to take you to the hospital if that's what you want." 

"Yes," Spencer says, as you say, "No." 

Spencer puts a hand on your shoulder blade. It is an extremely forward move on his part, so unlike him that you recognise how odd it is despite your foggy mind. "She should go." 

"She fainted, Spencer," Emily says. 

"Exactly! So she should go to the hospital and–"

"I didn't break anything," you say, waving a shaky hand at the small but concerned crowd of people you've attracted. 

"Luckily," the EMT says. "Drink plenty of water and take it easy. Don't be afraid to call again if you feel worse." 

Hotch walks the EMT out, needing to take a phone call. Emily goes with him, promising to return with a dry shirt for you to wear now that yours has been soaked at the collar by the water they'd been cooling you down with while you were unconscious. 

Spencer settles practically knee to knee with you in two of the uncomfortable chairs, his assessing gaze frankly perturbing. 

"You'd share germs with me?" you ask. 

Spencer's hand leaps across the gap to yours where it rests on your knee. His eyes, brown and sweet, have all the light of a blinding smile as his lips quirk into something more sheepish. "If it stopped you from fainting, yeah. And even if it didn't, I'd be stupid to care about germs when I…" 

You breathe out slowly. "When you what?" 

"Well," he says, looking down at your hands. "I guess I just wouldn't mind your germs, that's all." 

If he's saying what you think he's saying, he's doing it in the most Spencer Reid way possible. Concussed, your charisma fails you. You've no wit to tease him with. 

You fold your hand around his. "Thanks for catching me," you say gently. 

He squeezes your fingers clumsily. "You're welcome. But it was actually mostly Emily." 

[shina913]

Nothing | KNJ

Pairing: KNJ x Fem!Reader

Rating: 🔞 M; NSFW

Genre: Established relationship; slice of life; smut; pwp with some fluff

Warnings: Cussing; fingering; oral (F-receiving); hot and sweaty unprotected sex in a committed, monogamous relationship; dirty talk; ass-slapping (his and hers); semi-rough sex; subtle switch behavior; creampie

Word count: 2.1K+ words

Summary:  If there was anything that made you feel un-sexy, it was heat and humidity.

A/N: Nothing like horny word vomit to break my writing drought--thanks, Namjoon for hopping on Weverse live today leading me and @roaminginthenights to collectively lose our shit and spiral into some deep, clownery abyss 🤪

"I told you we should have bought that air conditioner when it was on sale!" You grumble in bed. Your portable tower fan was fighting for its life, failing to cool you both down.

You've both been tossing and turning in bed for over an hour. You’re in the midst of a heatwave this week, and although it usually cools down in the evenings, there was no reprieve tonight. To make matters worse, it was also humid.

"That air conditioner was still $300 even with the discount," Namjoon points out. "Besides, it's a rare hot day where we live. We just need to tough it out for two more days and then it will be cooler again. It would just take up unnecessary space! Plus, who knows how much that thing would add to our gas bill?”

Damn him and his logic. It was great most of the time, but for this particular hot evening, you hated it.

“They make one of those energy-saver models. We shouldn’t have to suffer like this,” you pout.

“Baby, we need to lower our carbon footprint. This excessive heat is an effect of climate change,” he opines, rolling over to wrap his arm around your waist. The warmth radiating from his skin makes you recoil.

"Ugh, you’re too hot." You swat his hand away, unable to tolerate his current body temperature. Snuggling up to him was great in the winter but during the summer? Not so much.

Feeling rejected, he gets up to head toward the bathroom. “That’s it! I’m taking a cold shower.” 

“Again?” He’d already taken three today. “What happened to lowering our carbon footprint?”

“It’s just a quick one. Besides, do you have better ideas to cool off?”

You didn’t.

While Namjoon takes a shower, you suddenly notice your shirt and sleep shorts becoming stickier by the second. In a moment of desperation, you get up to open the windows wider, hoping to increase air circulation in the room. Afterward, you return to bed, strip down to your panties, and flop onto your stomach.

Namjoon shuffles out of the bathroom a few minutes later. Then, you feel the mattress dip and his hand landing on your ass cheek with a smack. 

“Woah–what–”

Your head whips around to find a look of hunger in his eyes. “Were you trying to surprise me?”

“Chill,” you reply with a laugh. “It was just too hot. I had to get rid of some layers.”

“Mm-hm,” he hums skeptically. “You should sleep naked more often.” He continues to squeeze your flesh, his voice husky.

You snort. “Doubtful. You know how much I love my pajamas! Besides, sleeping naked is your thing.”

"I know, but this is an unexpected treat," he purrs. He starts kissing the small of your back and then moves up your spine. The feel of his lips on your skin instinctively turns you on, but if there was anything that made you feel un-sexy, it was heat and humidity.

Namjoon didn’t care. The way he touched and kissed your body, he only had one thing in his mind and he was determined to make it happen.

You sigh, turning to face him. “You know I don’t like having sex in this weather.”

He stares at you with deep, dark eyes, already blown out from arousal. “But you don’t even need to do anything. Just lay there and I’ll do all the work,” he offers. “Please?”

In this heat, excessive movement would only make you more hot and sweaty than you already were.

As for his generous offer to pleasure you without the expectation of reciprocation, how could you refuse? The idea of being a pillow princess for the night was enticing. You nod and acquiesce. “Fine. Continue.”

Grinning, he dips down to kiss you. You kiss him back, sliding your tongue along his, savoring him. He moves to place a trail of kisses down your neck and onto your chest, pausing to flick each hard nipple with his tongue.

You’re nearly lost in the moment when you feel him strip your panties off, his mouth watering to taste you. You put your hands over to block him, attempting to cover up.

“No, I’m all gross down there,” you protest.

Now it was his turn to swat your hands away. “I don’t care. I want you like this.”

He lowers his head before you can say another word. With one broad lick, your back arches off the mattress with a gasp. Weather aside, your body can’t help it. He knew how to make you feel good.

The moans and sounds of satisfaction he hums against your flesh make you writhe against his mouth uncontrollably. He flits his tongue over in slow, rhythmic motions. Once your breaths grow ragged, he rubs the pad of his thumb over your clit in rapid circles, making you cum with a harsh cry.

He kisses your inner thigh before rising to capture your lips. You could taste traces of your arousal on him, but he didn't stop there. His fingers delve right back into your cleft, stroking over your clit and skimming the opening. As you groan with your lips pressed to his, you greedily grind your hips in response.

“Want more?” He mumbles against your lips.

“Yes,” you breathe out.

Smirking, he fingers you leisurely, building your need. You shudder as he cups you in his hand, his middle and forefinger sliding lazily into you. His palm rubs against your clit, his fingertips stroking over sensitive tissues above.

“Fuck, you’re so wet for me,” he rasps.

Whatever he was doing felt inadequate to you now. You needed to feel all of him. “Joon, please,” you beg.

“Please, what?” He teases.

“I want you now.” You reach between you and palm him through his boxers.

“Do you? I thought you hated fucking in the heat.”

You let out a low growl. "I know what I said! I just...please." You curl your fingers around him, giving him a nice squeeze, hoping he'll submit. He bites down on his lower lip, stifling a moan.

In retaliation, he applies gentle pressure to the roof of your core, causing it to swell and inching you closer to the edge.

“Tell me what you want.”

It took you a moment to come back to your senses before uttering, “I want to ride you.”

His eyebrows lift in surprise. Yes, you didn’t want to be all sweaty but you were turned on to the point of no return. 

“You sure? I don’t mind doing all the work.” He continues to tease that same bundle of flesh in you that he’s so intimately familiar with. You clench your insides in response, not wanting to cum just yet.

You slip your hand past his waistband, thumbing the precum beading on the tip. You needed him inside you, but you wanted to be in control.

“Mm, no. I want to be on top.” You tilt your head up and tug at his lip with your teeth.

He laughs low and huskily. “Whatever my lady wants...”

The moment he pulls away to sit up against the headboard, you spring up and pull his boxers off. You reach for his cock, gripping him firmly, pumping him from root to tip. He tilts his head, eyes rolling back in a groan.

You knew his body well, too; knew what he needed and desired. While you straddle him, he catches your hips and looks up at you.

“Ride me hard, yeah?”

The air in the room was thick and you’d be dripping in sweat by the time you were done with him. Still, your core clenches reflexively at the challenge.

He releases you, spreading his arms wide to grip the sides of the headboard. His biceps bulged with the pose. Seeing his bare chest glistening with sweat, his abdomen tightening in anticipation–it turned you on wildly.

You reach over to the side of his head for balance and wrap your free hand around his cock. A muscle in his neck twitches as you rub the tip against your folds, back and forth, coating him with your slick.

You let the first inch push in, letting it stretch you before slowly bearing down, drawing out a moan as you feel him so deep in you.

“Fuck,” he bit out, shuddering once you take him to the hilt.

You lift again, slowly, making you both feel every nuance of that mind-numbing friction. Then, you slam back down, the fullness, the connection, was too delicious to contain. He shifts restlessly, his hips moving in a tight circle, wanting to feel more of you.

“You feel so good,” you whisper, stroking his cock with your aching cunt. Sliding up and down his length.

“That’s the spot, baby. Make me cum,” he bit out, his knuckles white from his grip on the headboard. You wondered if he was just holding on or physically restraining himself from reaching for you.

Your hands snake up to your chest, cupping your tits and tugging on your nipples to egg him on.

“Gimme,” he demands softly, his mouth hanging open, beckoning you to lean closer. You oblige and watch as his cheeks hollow in suction. His teeth graze your nipple, making your insides clench more tightly around him.

You drop your hips again, putting the weight of your body behind it, surging through with a groan. You loved the feel of him.  His breath puffs out of his lungs with every plunge. You were hot, he was sweltering. Together, you were both radiating heat like a furnace. Up…down…up…down. Your thighs, ass, stomach, and core tightening, burning with every lift, squeezing him from root to tip.

You fucked him with everything you had. His breaths hissing out through clenched teeth once your ass claps against his thighs.

Unable to hold back any longer, he releases his grip on the bed. He grabs you by the waist and restrains your movements, holding himself deep.

He squints his eyes at you. “My turn.”

“Yes,” you gasped, wound up tight with anticipation.

His cock pushes into you. You whimper, your entire body thrumming with excitement. He held your hands down, his thighs between yours, keeping you spread wide so he could sink deep. Over and over. His thrusts were unfaltering, determined.

His jaw clenches, brows furrowing as he inches closer to his climax.

“Harder, Namjoon,” you choke out.

You hold onto him for dear life while he pounds relentlessly into you. You hear his breath catch on every muffled groan while he fucks into you.

“Yes, yes, yes…” You sob helplessly with every slam of his hips.

“Fuck, fuck, I’m cum—ahh…” He presses his forehead against yours before finishing his sentence. A long, deep growl rumbles from him as his hips jerk, gasping your name.

His spurting triggers the hypersensitive nerves in you. Next thing you know, your body shivers from another intense orgasm. You let out a long, drawn-out sigh, feeling relief flow out of you.

You collapse in his arms, your flushed cheeks resting on his shoulder. You were both panting and covered in sweat. 

He lifts you gingerly off him, setting you onto the mattress. You lift your head lazily and turn to him. You reach out blindly, suddenly feeling how damp the sheets were beneath you.

“Shit, did we sweat that much?” You sit up to inspect the damage.

“Yes. And you also squirted all over me,” he laughs.

Your hand flies up to your mouth in surprise. “Oh my god, I did? For real?”

He nods, still laughing. “Yeah. I felt it gush out of you.”

“Oh my gosh, I’m so sorry.”

“Don’t be. It was fucking hot,” he replies enthusiastically. He reaches for his boxers and moves toward you to clean you up.

You wave him off. “Nah, it’s useless. I’m going to hop in the shower.”

You roll out of bed and walk to to the bathroom in shaky legs. When you stop to grab a towel from the linen closet, you notice him following behind you.

“What do you think you’re doing?”

“I thought the shower was an invitation,” he smiles michievously.

“Don’t,” you warn, giving him a stern look. Eventually, a laugh slips out.

“I can keep my hands to myself.” He says innocently. “Besides, we’re in a drought. We need to conserve water.”

You roll your eyes at this practicality and shake your head. “You and your water and energy conservation.”

“Hey, if it wasn’t for me not buying that air conditioner, we wouldn’t have had mind-blowing sex tonight…and you wouldn’t have squirted like that,” he chuckles.

Touché.

But instead of giving him the satisfaction, you glower playfully at him and smack him on his bare ass, making him howl in laughter.

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[b-blushes]

hater moment (just some complaining hahaha it's brewing within me so i must release it lest it fester)

really in the struggle zone today and gritting my teeth trying to be niceys....... it's sooo hot. had a super cursed night of 'sleep' (woke up at 2am with no feeling in one arm and had to bring that guy back to life, mischievous jackdaws knocking on the roof waking me up at intervals, forgot to turn on my air purifier when i went to bed so couldn't breathe properly and didn't realise what was going on until i got up, vivid dreams, chronic pain OTL). also doubled one of my meds this week. all of these items have me feeling hazy as hell 😵‍💫😵‍💫😵‍💫😵‍💫😵‍💫 extremely lucky to have a portable ac but also cursed with 'using the ac makes me ill in different ways for some reason' so it's like. only for 'i think i am physically having a panic response about being too hot' or cooling a room when i'm not in it moments or it seems like i just make myself sicker 😅 trying very hard to be like 'there are some design flaws with this being (me) (<-nasty)' but like. brain too melted to anything. BUT we stay silly!!!! had a really compelling collage idea last night that i'm soooo excited to execute. gotta figure out when i'll start that. once again i'm really not sure how to anything right now but i DO have a vision for it. working on another fun project! i could go outside and sit and gaze from the shade? idk. feeling very feeble creature mode which is not a state i feel like. very loving of myself in. in a couple of days it'll get cooler again though and in the meantime if slug mode supreme is the best i can do then that's still doing my best!!!!!!!

[blackmageeljin]

So recently, on TOP of the whole tree falling on house thing, my room had become so hot that Satan himself would have looked at it and said 'get this bitch an icepack.'

We didn't know wtf was going on at first, other than it had been hotter than imploding star outside for about a week. Since my room is cooled by a sad portable ac machine because the windows of my room are too small we initially assumed it just couldn't keep up with a certain level of temperature that could only be measured in units native to the lower circles of hell. Combined with the fact my room is technically an attic because of how the roof heights are staggered and there for much easier heated in general, we just went 'eh sucks but what do you do.'

Since single hose protibel units aren't very effective to begin with I tried shifting it to only be on dehumidify (which would sometimes run the full ace but less often and mostly ran the fan) and took to insulating the exhaust hose in hopes that would help keep heat out of the room.

Unfortunately, over the next few days the temperature inside slowly climbed from high around 78 to 82 and then to 85, and then higher still. Around the 83 mark is when I abandoned my room and began sleeping on the couch in the considerably cooler living room with a window unit. 

It seemed like after I have up it just got worse. Why? Because I wasn't constantly babying and changing settings? Was the heat wave just That Bad outside? The entire upper floor- sans one room with a dedicated window until that kept a shut door at all times- had become an unholy swampy mess. The temps on the AC unit itself hit 90. We turned it off thinking itust be doing more harm than good, but it just got worse. The next day I turned it back on, it still read 90s but it not running hadn't had any effect and at least we could use it to dehumidify.

Finally I have had enough. I begin research hoping to find a proper window unity that will actually fit in the tiny ass attic windows of my room. Unsure of numbers I venture into the smother miazma to measure how tall the window can open.

At which point I find the problem.

See, shitty portable ac unit have a hose that vent out the window, but obvious it is much smaller than a whole AC unit. They come with a little attachment to span the window, so you have the window sitting about 6 inches open but edged in thermal seal foam with this little hose block shoved under it nice and snug.

The fucking hose had gotten knocked out of the window.

I have no idea how. It could be an answer as simple as Cat. It could have been the tree impact, since I no longer remember which event happened first with all the shit that keeps storming, it could have gotten loosened when I installed the insulation and a strong wind just knocked it out. But whatever it was, it meant that not ONLY was the window to the 90-100 outside weather with unmerciful nighttime lows in the 80 just happily pouring into the room, but when the unit was running it was sucking in 90° air, spitting out admittedly cooled air on one end, but dumping the heated 120°~ exhaust back into the room.

I immediately reset the hose in the window and tried my best to be sure it was secure. Within minutes the room had dropped to 88. By the time I was finished with breakfast 82. And now, as I write this before I turn in for the night, it has finally fucking returned to a blissful 73.

[purpleyoonn]

Hii again...

I just wanted to say I hope you feel better soon

thank you. in my sick haze tho, I went and bought a $400 portable air conditioner because our landlord claims we don’t need one because of our swamp cooler. My room right now is literally 97 degrees. It comes tomorrow and I’m so excited. It depleted my savings but at this point I’m not sure if I’m puking because of my food poisoning or because the heat affecting my pots.

[lifewithchronicpain]

Ugh today was brutal. It touched 90 degrees F, but at least it wasn't humid. I don't have my A/C window unit in yet and I didn't push to get it in. It's only hot today and tomorrow then it goes down to 65. Plus the temp will go to down to 65 overnight and I have a strong fan. No reason to block one of my windows just yet.

I have learned though to keep my room cool, to just not open the windows or curtains. My house is brick so it can hold in the cold air well. My room only got to 82 by the end of the day. It says 81 now but I can feel the air is cooler outside, and it's reading 75 outside. Now is the time to open the windows and by the time I go to bed I bet my room will be in the low 70s.

I managed to get my plants watered and played with the dog. Luckily if my dog won't drink I can give him ice cubes to help make sure he stays cool and hydrated. He's a black dog so that's super important because they absorb the sun more than lighter colors. So I just took the cubes out of my own drink every so often. I also made myself a smoothie. I haven't been able eat much, I usually can't when the first heat of the year comes.

It sucks because I know many people hate heat, but I also have heat intolerance from multiple medications. I have to be careful. I make sure to stay hydrated and limit my time in the sun. If I have to run an errand I try to do it early or late, never midday.

Also the best thing I ever got was a portable neck fan to keep my face cool. It's makes such a difference and is super handy in a blackout because it's chargeable. I didn't have it earlier but I just dug it out to charge it now for tomorrow.

At least after tomorrow it's a weekend of 60s and a week of 70s. Some nice weather before the oppressive summer 80s and 90s become the norm. I personally find anything above 75F to be too hot, especially with humidity. It's been weird how dry we have been, but I'm sure it won't last.

[junosmith810]

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[rabbitcruiser]

National Picnic Day 

Picnics are the ultimate al fresco experience! With a basket full of delicious treats and a cozy blanket, bask in the sun, breathe in the fresh air, and make beautiful memories with loved ones.

Going for a picnic has been an amusing pastime for many generations, as people love the idea of being able to soak up some sunshine and eat a meal at the same time! It likely started from a practical standpoint, with hunting parties or travelers who needed to take portable food with them on their journeys.

But now, National Picnic Day is here to show appreciation for this practice!

History of National Picnic Day

It seems that the word for picnic may have been derived from the French word “pique-nique”, which may have described something more elaborate involving a lot more drink and a lot less food. But the concept has evolved over time to simply describe an experience where food is enjoyed outside – and a nice bottle of wine can certainly be part of this!

Picnic baskets, picnic blankets, coolers and camping chairs might all be part of a picnic now. Add a football, a guitar or a hammock to relax in and the picnic can become an amazing event.

Whether simple or elaborate, including a seven course meal or just some sandwiches from a convenience store on a park bench during a lunch break from work, National Picnic Day is here to pay homage to the concept of this fun and unique departure from normal and boring eating.

National Picnic Day Timeline

14th Century Medieval hunting feasts

One predecessor to the modern version of picnics is the medieval hunting parties that would stop and eat along the way.

1801 The Pic Nic Society is formed

A popular group of at least 200 fashionable Londoners, fans of everything French, form a society where extravagant picnics are held—with lots of wine. 

1886 Famous picnic painting makes its debut

A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte, depicting picnic scenes near the water, is finished by Georges Seurat in the pointillist technique. 

1967 First Congressional Picnic is held in the US

President Lyndon B. Johnson and wife Lady Bird host a picnic on the South Lawn of the White House for members of Congress, staff members and their families, which becomes an annual event.

How to Celebrate National Picnic Day

Have the time of your life celebrating and enjoying National Picnic Day with some of these delightful ideas:

Go On a Picnic

The most obvious and sensible way to pay honor and respect to National Picnic Day is to pack up a basket or cooler, grab a blanket to sit on, and head out with some friends or family members for a picnic. It’s possible to go to the park, a local nature preserve, or even just the backyard, whatever is accessible and convenient. A little patch of green grass is all that is needed. Struggling with rainy weather or a cold snap? Don’t let it get you down! Just adjust those expectations and lay that blanket out in the middle of the living room. Then have a picnic right inside the house. It’s possible to have fun and participate in National Picnic Day even when the weather doesn’t cooperate.

Get Some New Picnic Gear

Although it isn’t totally necessary as it is possible to sit on park benches or even at a picnic table, having a blanket or basket that is dedicated specifically to picnicking is a clever way to make it motivating to go on more picnics. Check out some of these supplies and gear that can help make a picnic even better:

Picnic Basket – Maybe it’s a brand new basket designed just for picnicking, with all of the pockets and containers that hold the flatware and plates. Or maybe it’s a large vintage wicker basket that is just waiting to be filled up, a lovely basket can be super inspiring when it comes to heading outdoors to enjoy a meal.

Picnic Blanket – When getting a blanket for sitting on the ground, it’s smart to choose a design that has a keen ability to hide spills and stains. Colorful plaid blankets are a traditional pattern that can hide all sorts of issues. Also, choose a blanket that is easily washable so it can quickly be thrown into the laundry and made ready for the next time a picnic is on the calendar.

Portable Hammocks – Some people who have a bit of extra time might like to pack a hammock or two for their picnic, allowing them to take a little swinging rest or even a nap following their delicious and tasty outside meal.

Organize a Community Picnic

National Picnic Day can act as an excellent excuse to get a group of people together to appreciate one another’s company and share some food outside. Perhaps this means arranging for a group of coworkers to take their lunch break outside on this day. Or maybe school teachers or parents will use the day as a time to enjoy a picnic on the playground with the students or kids.

Perhaps local community leaders would like to celebrate the event on a larger scale, arranging a band to perform live music at a local park and inviting families to bring their own picnics and participate. Picnics can offer a convenient and fun way to bring people together without a great deal of fuss!

Make That Picnic Eco-Friendly

Spending time outdoors and appreciating nature can be a great reminder that humans can do their part to take care of the earth. Making a picnic sustainable and eco-friendly is a perfect goal for appreciating National Picnic Day!

Instead of littering the planet with tons of plastic water bottles, have some reusable, refillable stainless-steel water bottles for each participant. (It may be best to avoid glass in nature parks as it can break and create a hazard).

Avoid plastic utensils or throwaway plates. Instead, go for some washable portable plates and utensils in bamboo, then take them home and wash them. Also, replace plastic bags or cling wrap with recyclable aluminum foil or reusable bees-wax wrap. Cloth napkins are a more eco-friendly option as well.

Pack foods that cut down on packaging, such as fruits – which conveniently come in their own natural wrappers. Choose local produce that supports eco-friendly practices. And when throwing leftover food away, don’t forget to compost those scraps!

Create a National Picnic Day Playlist

Picnics can be even more fun when accompanied by delightful music. Whether it’s songs that have the word picnic in the title, or just songs that go well with the theme, prepare for the day by creating a collection of songs with the picnic vibe. Get started by trying out some of these songs to add to a National Picnic Day Playlist:

Going on a Picnic by Raffi (1979)

Stoned Soul Picnic by The 5th Dimension (1968)

Picnic by The McGuire Sisters (1959)

Talkin’ Bear Mountain Picnic Massacre Blues by Bob Dylan (1962)

National Picnic Day FAQs

What to bring on a picnic?

The packing list for a picnic includes a blanket, plates, glasses, utensils, napkins and lots of easy to eat food.

Where does the word picnic come from?

Many researchers think the word comes from the French “pique-nique” which was a light, informal meal where people would nibble food. 

Is picnic a verb or a noun?

The word ‘picnic’ can be used as either a verb or a noun! Someone can either picnic, or they can go on a picnic. 

Do picnics reset spawns?

In the world of Pokemon, the Picnic Reset Method can cause a new set to spawn.

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Tornado Watch Issued for Northern New York: What You Need to Know

When a tornado watch is issued, it’s hard not to feel a bit uneasy, especially if you live in an area that’s not typically associated with tornadoes. Northern New York is one such place, where residents are more familiar with snowstorms than funnel clouds. Yet, weather can be unpredictable, and when warnings come, it’s important to be prepared. A tornado watch is currently in effect for Northern New York, and here's what you need to know.

What is a Tornado Watch?

A tornado watch means that weather conditions are favorable for the formation of tornadoes. It doesn’t guarantee that a tornado will touch down, but it does mean the ingredients for severe weather are present. It's basically a heads-up to be on the lookout and stay informed.

Tornado Watch vs. Tornado Warning: What’s the Difference?

People often get confused between a tornado watch and a tornado warning. Here’s the key difference:

Tornado Watch: Conditions are right for a tornado to form.

Tornado Warning: A tornado has been spotted, either on the ground or via radar, and you should take immediate shelter.

Right now, Northern New York is under a tornado watch, but that could change as the weather develops.

Why is Northern New York Under a Tornado Watch?

Northern New York isn’t typically tornado country, so why is there a watch now? The current weather pattern is bringing together warm, moist air from the south and cooler air from the north, creating the perfect storm for severe weather, including tornadoes.

A Rare but Real Threat

While tornadoes aren’t as common in New York as they are in the Midwest, they can and do happen. Tornado watches in this area are rare, but when they occur, it’s crucial to take them seriously. After all, even a small tornado can cause significant damage.

What Should You Do During a Tornado Watch?

Now that a tornado watch has been issued, what’s your next move? It’s time to prepare, just in case. You don’t need to panic, but you should have a plan.

Stay Informed

During a tornado watch, staying informed is your best defense. Tune in to local news stations, check weather apps, and keep your phone charged in case of emergency alerts. Keep an eye on the sky and look out for signs of severe weather like dark, rotating clouds or large hail.

Prepare a Safe Space

You should identify a safe place in your home where you can take shelter if a tornado warning is issued. Ideally, this should be a small, windowless room on the lowest level of your house, such as a basement or interior bathroom. Have a flashlight, water, and a first-aid kit ready to go.

Have an Emergency Kit Ready

It’s always a good idea to have an emergency kit on hand for severe weather situations. Stock it with:

Flashlights and batteries

Bottled water

Non-perishable food

First aid supplies

Important documents in a waterproof bag

A portable phone charger

This kit could come in handy if the weather takes a turn for the worse.

How to Stay Safe if a Tornado Warning is Issued

A tornado watch means you should be ready, but if a tornado warning is issued, it’s time to take action.

Take Shelter Immediately

If a warning is issued, don’t hesitate—take shelter immediately. Go to your pre-designated safe space and stay there until the warning has passed. If you’re outside, try to find shelter in a sturdy building. Avoid vehicles or mobile homes, as they can be especially dangerous during a tornado.

Keep Away from Windows

Stay away from windows, as they can shatter and cause injury during a tornado. The safest place is in the center of your home, away from any glass.

What to Do If You’re in a Car

If you’re in a car when a tornado warning is issued, try to drive to a sturdy shelter as quickly as possible. If that’s not an option, pull over, keep your seatbelt on, and duck below the windows, covering your head. Do not try to outrun a tornado—tornadoes can change direction quickly, and you may not be able to escape.

Common Myths About Tornadoes

There are a lot of myths surrounding tornadoes, and believing them could put you in danger. Let’s debunk a few.

Myth #1: Tornadoes Only Happen in the Midwest

While it’s true that places like Kansas and Oklahoma see the most tornadoes, they can happen anywhere. Even Northern New York is not immune to these powerful storms, as this current tornado watch proves.

Myth #2: You Should Open Windows During a Tornado

Some people believe that opening windows helps equalize the pressure during a tornado, but this is false. Opening windows only increases the risk of injury from flying debris. The best thing to do is stay away from windows entirely.

Myth #3: Tornadoes Can’t Cross Water

Tornadoes can and do form over bodies of water. These are known as waterspouts. If a tornado watch is issued near a lake or river, take it seriously.

How Long Does a Tornado Watch Last?

Tornado watches can last for several hours, depending on the severity of the weather system. The current watch for Northern New York is expected to remain in effect until the conditions stabilize. Keep checking local news and weather updates for the latest information.

What Happens After the Tornado Watch Ends?

Once the tornado watch ends, it means that the severe weather threat has diminished. However, it’s still important to stay aware of the weather for the rest of the day, as conditions can sometimes change quickly.

Assess Any Damage

After the watch is lifted, take time to assess your property for any damage caused by severe weather, like strong winds or hail. Even without a tornado, storms associated with tornado watches can bring heavy rain, flooding, and lightning.

Conclusion

While tornadoes might seem like a distant threat to those living in Northern New York, the current tornado watch is a reminder that severe weather can strike anywhere. Stay alert, have a plan, and take every tornado watch seriously. By staying informed and prepared, you can ensure the safety of yourself and your loved ones during this unpredictable weather event.

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The Benefits of Screen Enclosures for Your Home: Beyond Just Bug Protection

Aside from bug protection, have you ever wondered what other benefits you will get if you decide to avail of screen enclosure services in Gainesville, FL from your professional, go-to, and trusted contractor? Through this article, let’s discover together what other benefits you can get if you install screen enclosures on your residential property aside from bug protection to protect you and your loved ones.

What are the Benefits of Screen Enclosures Aside from Bug Protection? Aside from bug protection, here are some of the benefits you can get when installing screen enclosures for your home.

For Your Property’s Adaptability First on the list of benefits you can receive once you avail of screen enclosure installation from your reliable contractor is your property’s adaptability. When you choose to install a screen enclosure in your home, you don’t have to choose between installing a sunroom or a screen enclosure, as you can always upgrade your screen enclosures into full sunrooms.

You can never go wrong deciding to install both because of these versatile additions with energy-efficient roofs, insulation-filled siding, and weatherproofed doors and sashes. You don’t have to worry, as they are built to the same standards as their more enclosed counterparts. Additionally, you can always easily swap the screens into high-performance windows that will provide enhanced thermal performance to efficiently climate control your enclosure.

For Airflow and Ventilation Improvement The second benefit you can get when deciding to install screen enclosures in your home is the improvement of airflow and ventilation. Screen enclosures will allow fresh air to circulate your property while keeping out pests and debris to create a comfortable environment for relaxation, entertainment, and peace of mind.

Installing screen enclosures can also provide you with the benefit of natural ventilation that can reduce your reliance on air conditioning, which can be a great help in lowering your energy bills. Moreover, a well-ventilated indoor space creates a healthier environment for you, your family, and your loved ones. They can also regulate temperature by filtering sunlight, providing shade, and keeping your living spaces cooler during hot seasons.

For Reduced Maintenance The next benefit you can get if you let your expert, experienced, and reliable screen room installers in Gainesville, FL, install screen enclosures on your residential property is reduced maintenance. This is because installing screen enclosures will help you keep outdoor pieces of furniture and accessories cleaner.

How? By reducing exposure to dust, pollen, and other debris. This will then result in lower maintenance and cleaning requirements for your outdoor furnishings.

For Enhanced Privacy The fourth advantage you can get from installing screen enclosures in your home is enhanced privacy. This is because one of its features is that they are easy to see out of during the day, but you don’t have to worry because they’re not easy to see into, which can offer and provide an additional level of privacy that open-walled outdoor spaces are not able to give.

You can also choose to install portable privacy screens that can provide you with privacy when dark, since these types of screens will protect and shield you from prying eyes when you need to turn on your lights. You just have to set them up after the sun goes down and remove them in the morning.

For Reduced UV Exposure The last essential reason why you need to install screen enclosures in your home is to reduce UV exposure for you and your family. You know and understand that extended exposure to the sun’s UV rays can cause very harmful effects on your skin and health. To reduce your exposure to these harmful UV rays, installing quality screen enclosures can be a great help.

This is because screen enclosures filter out a significant portion of these harmful rays through a protective barrier, allowing you to enjoy the outdoors without risking sunburn or worse, long-term damage.

Finally Aside from protection from bugs and pests, these are only some of the advantages you can get when availing of screen enclosures in your home from your professional, experienced, and trusted screen room installers in Gainesville, FL. If you’re looking for a contractor, choose someone who will strive for 100% customer satisfaction and one that provides quality work at an honest price.