Heat Wave

Posted on July 17, 2025 by Jennie

What do you do in a heat wave?
Eat dinner in the pool, of course.

And sing and dance to “Heat Wave.”

 

Stay cool.  Listen to your inner child.  Always!

Jennie

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About Jennie

I have been teaching preschool for over forty years. This is my passion. I believe that children have a voice, and that is the catalyst to enhance or even change the learning experience. Emergent curriculum opens young minds. It's the little things that happen in the classroom that are most important and exciting. That's what I write about. I was a live guest on the Kelly Clarkson Show. I am highlighted in the seventh edition of Jim Trelease's million-copy bestselling book, "The Read-Aloud Handbook" because of my reading to children. My class has designed quilts that hang as permanent displays at the National Liberty Museum in Philadelphia, the Fisher House at the Boston VA Hospital, and the Massachusetts State House in Boston.
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80 Responses to Heat Wave

  1. beetleypete's avatar beetleypete says:
    July 17, 2025 at 6:04 am

    Even though I cannot swim, I am jealous of your pool. It must be lovely to sit out the heat there!

    Best wishes, Pete.

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  2. jimashjr's avatar jimashjr says:
    July 17, 2025 at 6:19 am

    I know the pool is one of your happy places, Aunt Jennie. Enjoy.

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  3. Darlene's avatar Darlene says:
    July 17, 2025 at 7:38 am

    I love it! I read in our pool but I haven’t had my dinner in it, yet. Perfect song!

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  4. willedare's avatar willedare says:
    July 17, 2025 at 7:42 am

    You must be a neat eater! Someday I hope to experience a pool/culinary adventure like this…

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  5. Liz Gauffreau's avatar Liz Gauffreau says:
    July 17, 2025 at 8:28 am

    I love it! Rest assured about my inner child. She has been making faces at her husband’s trail cam in the back yard.

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  6. robbiesinspiration's avatar robbiesinspiration says:
    July 17, 2025 at 8:38 am

    This sounds like a great plan, Jennie

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  7. Ally Bean's avatar Ally Bean says:
    July 17, 2025 at 9:28 am

    Wonderful! Creative and fun.

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  8. Don Ostertag's avatar Don Ostertag says:
    July 17, 2025 at 9:43 am

    somehow I can’t picture Jennie the preschool teacher eating in a pool and listening to Heat Wave.

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    • Jennie's avatar Jennie says:
      July 17, 2025 at 2:05 pm

      Our neighbor kids (age 4 and 6) who love to visit and swim, think eating in the pool is the coolest thing. Only pizza, no spills. All of the adults are out of the pool to eat. They don’t know what they’re missing. 😀 Maybe I’ll play the song for them.

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  9. boundlessblessingsblog's avatar boundlessblessingsblog says:
    July 17, 2025 at 9:48 am

    Wow too good have a wonderful time Jennie ❤️

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  10. Dan Antion's avatar Dan Antion says:
    July 17, 2025 at 10:05 am

    Keep it cool, Jennie. This heatwave seems to want to hang on.

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  11. Jacqui Murray's avatar Jacqui Murray says:
    July 17, 2025 at 10:17 am

    That looks wonderful. I have a pool but no bathing suit anymore! You’re inspiring me, Jenny.

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  12. willowdot21's avatar willowdot21 says:
    July 17, 2025 at 11:06 am

    I love your advice , we have a heatwave … But no pool 💜💜💜

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  13. beth's avatar beth says:
    July 17, 2025 at 11:22 am

    Perfect solution!!!

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  14. Klausbernd's avatar Klausbernd says:
    July 17, 2025 at 11:24 am

    Hi Jennie
    Thanks, we do it in the sea right now 😉
    Keep cool
    The Fab Four of Cley
    🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂

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  15. wordsfromanneli's avatar wordsfromanneli says:
    July 17, 2025 at 12:09 pm

    Great idea. Just don’t spill your food.

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  16. srbottch's avatar srbottch says:
    July 17, 2025 at 1:16 pm

    Looks inviting. Big glasses but where’s the big hat (sun protection)?

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    • Jennie's avatar Jennie says:
      July 17, 2025 at 9:12 pm

      I had the big hat on earlier when there was sun. 😀

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      • srbottch's avatar srbottch says:
        July 17, 2025 at 10:00 pm

        ‘She’ (yes, ‘she’) won’t let me leave the house without it. Picture Jen Clampett and his floppy wide brim hat.

        I haven’t been very active on WP as you’ve probably noticed. I just seem to concentrate on finding the words for a story or to respond to others’ stories. I know it’s the Parkinson’s and that’s just one of the issues, getting motivated and staying focused. I’m still exercising regular, 3-4 times at the Y for early morning vigorous water walking (6 am, or so), Friday morning boxing class for Parkinson’s, and I walk the dog every evening, 1-2 miles at a decent clip. Exercise is the best medicine to fight P. I feel good. My left foot shakes but as long as it’s in time to the music, then I’m okay. I still read your stories but don’t always comment.

        I hope you’re having a relaxing summer and enjoying more time with Steve. I suspect that you’ll be back to school in fall. You’re a special person and the kids need you. You know I think you’re awesome.

        Take care, Jennie,
        Steve (the Curbside Classroom know it all)

      • Jennie's avatar Jennie says:
        July 18, 2025 at 9:13 am

        Steve!! I love hearing from the Curbside Classroom who actually DOES know it all. 😀 Thanks so much for your news and update. It sounds like you’re doing fine and keeping the P under control.

        I had eyelid surgery (droopy lower lid) after school was out and am finally able to get to the pool and relax. Summers I try to tackle big jobs, and purging the basement is on the list. We’ll see.

        The west coast grandkids are coming for a visit mid-August. Still waiting to hear about the east coast grandkids. I really miss the days when they were 4 or 5 or 6.

        School will be here way too soon!

        Best to you, Steve

  18. John W. Howell's avatar John W. Howell says:
    July 17, 2025 at 2:39 pm

    The best way to beat the heat, Jennie.

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  19. Tofino Photography's avatar Tofino Photography says:
    July 17, 2025 at 2:50 pm

    unless you sleep in the pool that’ll only work for a short while.

    I always slept downstairs where it was much cooler. A good nights rest helps keep one sane during these heat waves.

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    • Jennie's avatar Jennie says:
      July 17, 2025 at 9:18 pm

      I have been tempted to sleep in the pool on a raft. On the worst heat days I keep my wet bathing suit on. It’s on now as I’m typing this on the porch. Yes, the basement feels like Alaska!

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  20. laura bruno lilly's avatar laura bruno lilly says:
    July 17, 2025 at 3:54 pm

    Did hubby join you after he took the vid?!? Stay cool, lady.

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    • Jennie's avatar Jennie says:
      July 17, 2025 at 9:27 pm

      No, he did not. It was lasagne, easy to eat and not spill, but a bit tricky for him to get it into the pool. Next dinner will be pizza with our neighbors and their kids. We’re stayin’ cool.

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  21. petespringer's avatar petespringer says:
    July 17, 2025 at 10:07 pm

    I imagine your pool must be a big hit with your grandkids when they visit. What’s better than that? Food in the pool. Way to go, Jennie!

    You haven’t sent me your updated draft of the book yet, have you?

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    • Jennie's avatar Jennie says:
      July 18, 2025 at 9:21 am

      “When they visit” is the operative phrase. Sigh! I miss the days when they were 4 or 5 or 6, and they live so far away. Yes, the pool is great, and our neighbor kids love it. That keeps us young and happy. 😀

      No, I did not send it yet. The heat wave sucked the life out of me. No AC, and it was too hot to go to the pool until dinner time. What a treat to eat in the pool! My overdue email and updated draft is top of the list today. The heat wave finally broke. 👏

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  24. Stevie Turner's avatar Stevie Turner says:
    July 18, 2025 at 9:24 am

    Looks like a good idea! Stay cool, Jennie.

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  26. Teagan Riordain Geneviene's avatar Teagan Riordain Geneviene says:
    July 18, 2025 at 4:47 pm

    Wonderful videos, Jennie. LOL, the pool looks inviting, and the company looks delightful. Hugs.

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  27. Prior...'s avatar Prior... says:
    July 18, 2025 at 8:23 pm

    that heatwave song was AWESOME to go with your pool shot

    🙂

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  30. sjhigbee's avatar sjhigbee says:
    July 23, 2025 at 9:06 am

    What a sensible option during the heat wave! I love your pool steps – such a good idea:).

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  31. dgkaye's avatar dgkaye says:
    July 23, 2025 at 8:35 pm

    Looks divine! And I have the exact same cup and color as you. 🥰

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  32. circadianreflections's avatar circadianreflections says:
    August 4, 2025 at 10:30 am

    Looks great! I hope it was a no cook dinner too.

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  33. Carla's avatar Carla says:
    August 20, 2025 at 9:29 pm

    We’ve both been lucky having pools this summer, Jennie. I have really enjoyed it this year.

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