Is it too hot to knit??

Well here it is 109 F today. Is it too hot to knit? In my opinion it is never too hot or too cold to knit! You, however, should take precautions. Here are some signs of heat exhaustion:

• Heavy Sweating
• Paleness
• Headache
• Nausea and vomiting
• Dizziness
• Muscle cramps
• Tiredness and Weakness
• Fainting
• Dark colored urine
• Low Blood Pressure
  

If you are suffering from heat exhaustion, your skin may be cool and moist. Your pulse rate will be fast and weak, and breathing will be fast and shallow.

Treatment for heat exhaustion is involves several cooling measures:

• Cool, air conditioned environment
• Cool shower or sponge bath
• Rest, lay down and elevate feet.
• Cool Non-alcoholic beverages
• Lightweight or loose clothing

If fever greater than 102 F (38.9 C), fainting, confusion or seizures occur, dial 911 or call for emergency medical assistance.

To try to stay cool, DH and I went to knitting today at a local Starbucks. I got a shakened iced green tea and DH got a green tea frappacino. We also purchased a bottle of Ethos water to share. I knitted with friends for a couple of hours. The Starbucks tend to keep their establishments very cool so it is a nice place for public knitting in the heat.

It is supposed to be hot all week. Try to stay cool!!!