Heat and Thanks

It continues hot. Yesterday was 103 F (39.4 C) here in the Twin Cities. The upper story of my house (bedrooms) was at least that hot, even with the fan blowing. The next level down (livingroom/kitchen and the couch where I sleep) was in the 90's with the fan running, and the next level down (computer room, den - messy!) was in the mid-80's with the fan running. The humidity was upwards of 80%. It was miserable. But it was still a wonderful 4th of July. I have to send thanks out to so many of you who Emailed and messaged 4th of July greetings and good wishes. They were so very appreciated.

( fountains and fireworks below the cut )