Read it or Weep

Latest Additions August 10, 2009

I just have to mention -it’s hot out! And it’s the kind of hot that you can only get in Northeast Ohio: a little bit of blazing sun and a lot of oppressive humidity, sort of like you’re trapped in a sauna. This is my least favorite type of weather and it comes every August, no ifs, ands, or buts. The only thing that makes it bearable is the old a/c. And then this makes me think, how did people live here before air conditioning? I mean really. How could you stand knowing that you would feel hot and sticky all day? No relief in sight? I would hate that, wouldn’t you? I feel lucky to live after Mr. Carrier found a way to cool our air, allowing us to live full and productive lives in most horrible humid heat. Plus, he worked with the Whitman Candy Company to cool their factory in 1923… cool me, cool my candy? I love that! So let’s honor this visionary man by selecting some tasty chocolate, picking up a book, and reading indoors. Hey, maybe you’ll want to read one of these books:

Royal Flush by Rhys Bowen
The Daily Coyote by Shreve Stockton
Deep in the Heart of Trouble by Deeanne Gist
Doesn’t She Look Natural by Angela Hunt

If you aren’t lucky enough to have air conditioning at home, please come to the library. We’ve got it here and we’re willing to share! (Along with free books, magazines, movies, and music!) Pretty sweet, right? Free stuff and it’s cool to boot. That’s a win/win! And remember to take it easy when it’s so super hot, okay?

—Stacey