I turn all my ceiling fans on as soon as I get up. It really does help keep the house cooler.

My AC is set on 70. The only time it cuts off is overnight. I dread my electricity bill!! But it's a necessity and I'm grateful to have it.

Tricia, I completely fill up the outside kitties water bowl with ice and let it melt. It's all melted in less than 30 minutes. I keep a bowl of just water nearby for them to drink until the ice melts.

Yesterday two birds were splashing around in the water bowl. They get hot, too!