It’s our turn.  

A heat wave has settled over the Portland area.

Gone are our coolish days and nights.  

Until yesterday, the weather has been so pleasant that I have not needed my central air conditioning system.  For a home built in 2010, my system, while better than nothing, is inadequate. I considered a mini split system but was discouraged by the $7000 cost.

In the meantime, I have cellular shades, shutters, awnings, darkening shades and fans to keep me and the house as cool as possible.   

Rather than fret, I am changing my behavior.  

• Up early to shop, walk the dog and water my plants.
• Never using my oven. 
• Air drying my clothes.  
• Eating salads, fresh fruit and gallons of gazpacho.   
• Drinking lots of water. 

Still, I am plagued by an uneasy feeling, anxiety really, as I contemplate the changing weather patterns and especially the plight of the poor all over the world who have fewer choices.