Let's try this post again. My first attempt was "lost"--later found on another site.

I'm writing about the fact that I haven't had to turn on my central air condition(ing?)all summer. For one reason, it's been a relatively cool year, only one day at 90. Heck, even my truck AC has been inactive.

But the main reason is my old farm house is surrounded by shade trees. Plus I've learned to keep the windows closed except for the basement and third floor "attic". Hot air escapes, drawing up the cool air from below. I can feel the breeze throughout the house.

I don't think the indoor temperature has been above 75. Humidity is manageable when it's that cool.

Now if only the house would stay warm in the winter. I just had 100 gallons of propane delivered at nearly $4 per! Gotta get that chain saw out.