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Old 04-27-2017, 07:37 AM
 
Location: Delaware Native
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Warm weather is just around the corner or already arrived in some places. So tell us . . .

[b]Today's Question(s):
Did your home(s) have air conditioning when you were growing up?
No

If not, how did you survive? No big deal, then. Never heard of air conditioning.

Do you have air conditioning now and, if so, what temperature do you like to set it on? Only 2 window air conditioners since we have an old, 110+ yr. old house, with oil conversion hot water heat (no ductwork). The old, plaster walls are great insulators, and giant walnut trees shade our house, so we stay pretty cool.

How else do you keep cool:

-Open a window?
-Use a fan?
-Awnings on your house, its windows or over a deck or patio?
-Other?
The covered front porch doesn't get too hot, unless the humidity is high. We spend all summer out there. In fact, I just scrubbed it, and the furniture.

Bonus:
Something breakable:
a wine glass

Something lucky:
my husband....he picks great lottery numbers

Something that made you dizzy:
ferris wheel, many years ago

Foodie Q:
Last food or drink you mixed or blended?
boxed gingerbread mix

Just for fun:
If you ever called in sick when you weren't, what's something you did instead?
It's been so long since I worked a "real" job, I can't remember

May your Thursday be securely moored to the dock of your choosing!
Thanks, bjh! Hope everyone is well!
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Old 04-27-2017, 08:28 AM
 
Location: Mayberry
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Today's Question(s):
Did your home(s) have air conditioning when you were growing up? No, we had an ocean breeze, but I don't remember being extremely uncomfortable.

If not, how did you survive?

Do you have air conditioning now and, if so, what temperature do you like to set it on? Yes and it depends, sometimes 70 is too cold, mostly 73 or so.

How else do you keep cool:
-Open a window? Only when it's cool and breezy, otherwise they are shut.
-Use a fan? I have 5 ceiling fans
-Awnings on your house, its windows or over a deck or patio? Front porch is covered, nothing in the back, an umbrella for the table on the deck.
-Other?

Bonus:
Something breakable: My dishes.

Something lucky: I'm lucky to have a job.

Something that made you dizzy: Spinning around in circles,.....I don't do that.

Foodie Q:
Last food or drink you mixed or blended?

Just for fun:
If you ever called in sick when you weren't, what's something you did instead? I have, I don't care. I just did whatever.
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Old 04-27-2017, 09:08 AM
 
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[quote=bjh;47966466]Warm weather is just around the corner or already arrived in some places. So tell us . . .

Today's Question(s):
Did your home(s) have air conditioning when you were growing up?
No. We survived because we did not know the difference.

If not, how did you survive?

Do you have air conditioning now and, if so, what temperature do you like to set it on?
No, I have only lived with air condition for a few year period.

How else do you keep cool:
-Open a window?
-Use a fan?
-Awnings on your house, its windows or over a deck or patio?
-Other?
Go swimming in the lake

Bonus:
Something breakable:
Our hearts

Something lucky:
A lottery ticket

Something that made you dizzy:
A sinus infection

Foodie Q:
Last food or drink you mixed or blended?


Just for fun:
If you ever called in sick when you weren't, what's something you did instead?
Went horse camping


Top Music Hits This Day:
1949 Russ Morgan - Cruising Down The River
1956 Elvis Presley - Heartbreak Hotel
1957 Elvis Presley - All Shook Up
1960 Elvis Presley - Stuck On You
1962 Elvis Presley - Good Luck Charm
1966 Young Rascals - Good Lovin'
1976 Bellamy Brothers - Let Your Love Flow
1977 Glen Campbell - Southern Nights
1979 Blondie - Heart of Glass
1986 Robert Palmer - Addicted to Love
1987 Cutting Crew - I Just Died in Your Arms
1988 Whitney Houston - Where Do Broken Hearts Go

Today's Quote:
"Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air."
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
Great quote, bjh!
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Old 04-27-2017, 09:41 AM
 
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AC, as far back as I can remember, one way or other. Except when we lived in Guam.
Our ac now is set at 78.
Something breakable, fine China.
Something makes me dizzy, roller coaster rides.
Last drink I blended, chocolate ice cream and milk.
Thanks for the questions, happy Friday Eve!
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Old 04-27-2017, 10:35 AM
 
Location: The Circle City. Sometimes NE of Bagdad.
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Today's Question(s):
Did your home(s) have air conditioning when you were growing up?
No

If not, how did you survive?
Windows, doors open, minimal clothing and playing with the hose. We even would put the hose with a sprinkler on the roof to cool off the attic.

Do you have air conditioning now and, if so, what temperature do you like to set it on?
We do and it's set at 78F.

How else do you keep cool:
-Open a window and doors.?
-Use a fan?
-Awnings on your house, its windows or over a deck or patio?2 large patio covers.
-Other? 8 ceiling fans.

Bonus:
Something breakable:
coffee mug

Something lucky:
Full House

Something that made you dizzy:
Spinning around.

Foodie Q:
Last food or drink you mixed or blended?
Vodka and tonic.

Just for fun:
If you ever called in sick when you weren't, what's something you did instead?
Guilty, went on a job interview.

Thanx bah, cool pix.
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Old 04-27-2017, 12:01 PM
 
Location: Chicago area
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[quote=bjh;47966466]Warm weather is just around the corner or already arrived in some places. So tell us . . .

Today's Question(s):
Did your home(s) have air conditioning when you were growing up?
Nope
If not, how did you survive?
I remember being pretty miserable.
Do you have air conditioning now and, if so, what temperature do you like to set it on?
Yes we do. I keep it around 78.
How else do you keep cool:
-Open a window?
-Use a fan?
-Awnings on your house, its windows or over a deck or patio?
-Other?
Stand chin deep in Lake Michigan
Bonus:
Something breakable:
My glasses
Something lucky:
Being in the right place at the right time.
Something that made you dizzy:
Spinning carnival rides.
Foodie Q:
Last food or drink you mixed or blended?
I just made home made spaghetti sauce and I mixed home made dog food into the kibble for the boys this morning.
Just for fun:
If you ever called in sick when you weren't, what's something you did instead?
I rarely called in sick because if I didn't work, I didn't get paid. I would call in for something serious only.

Top Music Hits This Day:
1949 Russ Morgan - Cruising Down The River
1956 Elvis Presley - Heartbreak Hotel
1957 Elvis Presley - All Shook Up
1960 Elvis Presley - Stuck On You
1962 Elvis Presley - Good Luck Charm
1966 Young Rascals - Good Lovin'
1976 Bellamy Brothers - Let Your Love Flow
1977 Glen Campbell - Southern Nights
1979 Blondie - Heart of Glass
1986 Robert Palmer - Addicted to Love
1987 Cutting Crew - I Just Died in Your Arms
1988 Whitney Houston - Where Do Broken Hearts Go

Today's Quote:
"Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air."
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

Today’s Word:
pax [paks or pahks] noun
a period in history marked by the absence of major wars
Origin: from Latin for "peace"

Today Includes:
Morse Code Day
Denim Day
Prime Rib Day

This Week Includes:
American Quilters Week
Dance Week

Today's Picture:
San Diego, CA, moored sailboats at night.

Made freely available on pixabay.com

May your Thursday be securely moored to the dock of your choosing!



Thank you dear one. It's a rainy lazy day for me today. We had a nice dinner with our neighbors and movie night last night. I need a chill day.
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Old 04-27-2017, 03:59 PM
 
Location: Near Sacramento
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Today's Question(s):
Did your home(s) have air conditioning when you were growing up?

If not, how did you survive?

Do you have air conditioning now and, if so, what temperature do you like to set it on? 69 to 70

How else do you keep cool:
-Open a window?
-Use a fan?
-Awnings on your house, its windows or over a deck or patio? Our porch and large tree in the front-yard shade a big front window.
-Other?

Bonus:
Something breakable: Caveman clay face I made in Jr. High

Something lucky: My life

Something that made you dizzy: Spinning around

Foodie Q:
Last food or drink you mixed or blended? Some Buffalo sauce with Roasted Red Pepper Hummus.

Just for fun:
If you ever called in sick when you weren't, what's something you did instead?




Today's Quote:
"Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air."
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson






May your Thursday be securely moored to the dock of your choosing!
I haven't been on the thread for a while. Nice to "see" everyone again.
cd :O)
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Old 04-27-2017, 04:15 PM
 
Location: Land of Enchantment
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Today's Question(s):
Did your home(s) have air conditioning when you were growing up? Yes, swamp coolers (also known as evaporative coolers)

If not, how did you survive?

Do you have air conditioning now and, if so, what temperature do you like to set it on? Absolutely. It is a necessity here. Set temp varies...right now it's set on 76, later in the summer it will probably be set between 70 and 73 depending on the temps outside.

How else do you keep cool:
-Open a window?
-Use a fan? I have fans going in every room
-Awnings on your house, its windows or over a deck or patio?
-Other?

Bonus:
Something breakable: a heart

Something lucky: penny

Something that made you dizzy: merry-go-round

Foodie Q:
Last food or drink you mixed or blended? salsa

Just for fun:
If you ever called in sick when you weren't, what's something you did instead? Took a mental health day a couple of times. Usually just read and tried to decompress.

Thanks bjh. Hope you all have a very nice evening.
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Old 04-27-2017, 07:35 PM
 
Location: "Arlen" Texas
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Today's Question(s):
Did your home(s) have air conditioning when you were growing up?
Yes.

If not, how did you survive?

Do you have air conditioning now and, if so, what temperature do you like to set it on?
It's on 78 right now, but it's not warm enough to need it. It will be set lower when it gets hot.

How else do you keep cool:
-Open a window?
Maybe.
-Use a fan? Yes.
-Awnings on your house, its windows or over a deck or patio? None.
-Other?

Bonus:
Something breakable:
Egg shells.

Something lucky:
Finding true love.

Something that made you dizzy:
An ear infection.

Foodie Q:
Last food or drink you mixed or blended?
Ice cream and Cheerios. It's part of a balanced breakfast. lol

Just for fun:
If you ever called in sick when you weren't, what's something you did instead?
I stayed home from school when I could be alone. I read and probably learned more than I would have going to school.
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Old 04-27-2017, 08:20 PM
 
Location: California
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Today's Question(s):
Did your home(s) have air conditioning when you were growing up?

No.we didn't

If not, how did you survive?

I think when you were young,you were more tolerant of the heat.

Do you have air conditioning now and, if so, what temperature do you like to set it on?

Yes,I set it at 67

How else do you keep cool:
-Open a window?
-Use a fan?
-Awnings on your house, its windows or over a deck or patio?
-Other?

Bonus:
Something breakable: Chips

Something lucky: number 8

Something that made you dizzy: spinning

Foodie Q:
Last food or drink you mixed or blended? Rice with chicken

Just for fun:
If you ever called in sick when you weren't, what's something you did instead?
Went shopping
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