It’s always a bit alarming how hot it gets around here. Year after year, temperatures and heat indexes soar, and things get mighty sweaty in the Piedmont. Residents crank their ACs, wear as little clothing as acceptable and flock to the nearest body of water.
You’d think we’d get used to it – but as the mercury creeps toward 90 degrees each May, the complaints start echoing throughout the towns. But that’s ok – it is awfully hot – and the heat is a good excuse to live at a slightly slower tempo.
July conjures images of cookouts, pool parties, fireworks and hot dogs, and you’re encouraged to take part in all of the above this month. Amble a bit more leisurely, and say hello to those you see around town. Sit on your porch (with a glass of something cold) and take in the fireflies and the sounds of summer. Head to your favorite swimming hole, and stay in as long as you’d like (don’t worry about the pruniness). And remind yourself this Independence Day of the small-town quality that still prevails here, and how lucky we are to experience it.
In between the hot dog and watermelon courses, be sure to check out the 4th of July Parade – and all of the festivities surrounding it – in downtown Carrboro on Monday. For a detailed guide to all things July 4, check out the special 4th of July section in this issue of MILL.
– Susan Dickson
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It’s always a bit alarming how hot it gets around here. Year after year, temperatures and heat indexes soar, and things get mighty sweaty in the Piedmont.