Contrary to what Florence sang, the dog days are NOT over. Not by a long shot. It is flippin’ hot out and not the “oh, this is fun/let’s rock jean shorts/spend all day outside” hot. It’s the “my face is literally melting/not attempting pants/even Al Roker is concerned” hot.
But don’t sweat it. You are not alone in your personal hot weather hell. While we all wish we could gracefully handle the heat, let’s be honest, that just isn’t happening.
So while you try to figure out which one of your friends has A/C, check out these 11 thoughts we’ve all had during these hot, hot summer days.
1—Two things that are definitely not happening: straight hair and pants. (Photo via @alexaarosexo)
2—The only sandwich you are interested in eating looks like this. (Photo via @hannahmarie0309)
3—You’ve considered using a personal day to avoid leaving the vicinity of a pool. (Photo via @sarahlu96)
4—When you’re talking about grabbing lemonade, you’re not referencing Beyoncé (for once). (Photo via @kelseykeena)
5—Although you hate physical activity, you take a bike everywhere just to avoid the subway heat/stink combo. (Photo via @withlovethelms)
6—No matter where you are actually physically located, this is where you think you are. (Photo via @itsandie)
7—You won’t leave the house without the largest pair of sunglasses you own to hide the inevitable melting of your mascara and eyeliner. (Photo via @bohemianblondie)
8—This is your best friend. (Photo via @maddyschlosser)
9—Passerbys are unclear if your hair is wet or sweaty (or both). (Photo via @a.dachen)
10—You live by the motto, “No bathing suit, no problem.” (Photo via @alisacurmaci)
11—It’s even too hot for pizza…(JUST KIDDING THAT WOULD NEVER HAPPEN!). (Photo via @hellogabrielle)
