And The Heatwave Continues.

At least 35 in the shade.

The weather fairies have predicted a slew of rain starting tonight and like everyone else, I am monitoring any and all clouds that enter my field of vision. Enough of this dry hot weather and more to the point, enough of these climate change deniers. Everyone can feel the change, so let's hope they come on board and think before they consume.

" And no, it doesn't cut it to say that one person won't make a difference! We all have to do our bit even if it is uncomfortable or not to our liking. "

Most of the local hospitals are overrun with elderly folk who are suffering terribly in this humidity. Drips are almost a standard response. Dehydration is not to be underestimated and yet, most don't drink enough water on a daily basis. I suppose one doesn't notice dehydration as much as perhaps feeling hungry or tired.

Here are some signs of being dehydrated: Confusion / difficulty walking / dizziness or headaches / sunken eyes / rapid heart rate / low blood pressure.

When I did my round this morning I noticed a few more Eisenbergers having a spanking new swimming pool out back. Sadly not the same as those in Southern Hemisphere backyards ( flush to the ground, elegant and inviting ) but rather a big rectangular monstrosity about two meters high smack bang in the backyard.

Granted, a pool's a pool but I just don't find these above ground tanks inviting. The worst of it is that they stand without any cover of shade so swimming in it might resemble a tepid bath. Make sure you wear a big Aussie hat! For kids it is heaven, but for us older lot floating gracefully with a gin and tonic in hand involves a treacherous climb up rickety stairs...

Biggi