Emily Howitt

Summer time. The children are free from their shackles (school), you can go outside without shoveling your car out for two hours, and you can enjoy the sun shining in your office window (after you murder your boss for making you work Saturday). There's only one problem. It's hotter than Hell outside. But don't worry, because here are some tips on how to beat the heat (not literally). 1. Drink water. Lots of water. Water is your friend. Not that friend who your're nice to their face, then you turn around and plot a brutal and painful death for them. Rather, water is your new bff. The biggest thing water does is it helps to keep you hydrated. This may not seem like much, but it keeps you from getting sick from dehydration, and making you feel even worse. You can also add ice cubes to the water, so it will be ice cold, to help cool you down. Bonus tip: to tell if you are hydrated, look at your pee. The lighter it is, the more hydrated you are, and the darker it is, the l...

Hello Everybody! As we know it's getting close to summer, and we all know what it's like to be on summer vacation from school, work, or unemployment. It's a gorgeous day out, and what are we doing? Sitting at home, inside, doing absolutely nothing. It's time to go outside people, and no, not the virtual wilderness on your computer, but the real world. Here are some lovely suggestions to do on a sunny summer day. Go to the Beach There is nothing like splashing in the water on a hot summer day. The sun is shining, birds are singing, and you "accidentally" splashed that kid who wouldn't shut up (not advised). What a great way to spend a day. And if you're not near a beach, (or afraid of the diseases), you can jump in a pool. Lie in the Shade It can be very relaxing just being outside in nature. Lying on the cool grass in the shade of a tree can be a great lazy way to pass a summer afternoon, maybe even read a book while you're there. Go Saili...