I think summer is here

Ok, so it's almost 90 degrees in Northern Illinois. Now, don't get me wrong; I like warm weather. Let me repeat, warm. Two days ago it was in the 70's with a nice, gentle breeze. Nighttime was cool; perfect for sleeping with the windows open. Now it's just hot. The breeze is still there, but it really doesn't help much. It also doesn't help that I hate air conditioning. I hate the cost, the dryness and feeling like I'm living in a bubble. After spending all winter with the house closed up I have to have doors and windows open! I get so excited when the time approaches that I can sit on the front porch and read. And then the inevitable happens, the first hot day that reminds me why I like spring and fall so much. Sigh....I guess everything is a trade-off. At least I don't have to wear 5 layers of clothes to walk outside to shovel a foot of snow.