May is ending for a new beginning.
It's a little too early to announce officially the arrival of summer for this year. But it's summer anyway. What else can it be when you're out there in the day, the temperature is as high as 49 degrees Celsius? A friend told me that it could be higher; but they would never highlight it as above 50 degrees or else they have to declare a holiday. Outdoor workers have started their siesta from 12:30 to 15:00 or else their employer will be fined up to Dh30,000 and banned from getting the permit to work. The sky is totally bare and blue. The clouds have gone away. Humidity is still bearable now but it is said that the monsoon in Mumbai will bring moisture that will push humidity to the uncomfortable zone in Dubai soon.
The AC runs the ultra-marathon daily. Thank God it's a centralised AC in my building. For summer's sake, it's not Haier.
Drinking water business should reach its peak as people are advised to drink more regularly. But it is the ice-cream that has been the popular craving.
Thin and skimpy clothes are popular summer wear. Some people really dress for it.
As the skirts get shorter, the days get longer. The sun is up as early as 05:30 and set as late as 19:00. Thank God, it's not a fasting month just yet.
Night time is a short retreat. Parks are merrier after sunset with families and friends having dinner picnic during weekend.
Runners like me, eat early dinner to have the night running, sometimes midnight running too.
And by the way, I have a pimple up there at the centre of my forehead. A pimple at the age of 36?? Strange. I thought of blame it on the weather. But on second thought, I like to believe that the summer makes me feel young again, like a beach boy of 17, carefree and footloose.
For all those staring at the sun at about the same angle from where I see it, have a happy summer....
4 comments:
shorter, skimpier? it's not only summertime, it's normal even in winter here. Some people are not aware there are strict dress code here in Dubai...in MOE, there's a sign stating clothes must cover the shoulders & knees...so i started to imagine the clothes must cover the shoulders & knees ONLY...
shorter, skimpier?
i think thats the only thing that i like in summer. hahahaha..
by the way, i missed winter very much.
summer. too hot. i just spend my weekend day in the house - doing nothing.
I like summer. It is sort of challenging yourself with the sunshine and the heat. But I think the award should go to the construction workers ! Toughest men on earth !
Nyonya,
I read the sign too, but who's checking? You have an uncanny imagination, but what can I expect from someone who talk to her washing machine. Have a nice summer, Nyonya. Keep cool.
hady,
Unlike the bear that hibernates in winter and wakes up when it's warmer, hady boy is a homey boy in summer waiting for the next winter. Come out and play lah. If you fear for that burnt face, use sunscreen.
Syamsulfaiz,
Indeed summer is a challenging time, especially for those who melt easily. Great to know that you enjoy the summer and you don't belong to the category of fast-melting men.
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