Joanne Posted August 31, 2009 Share Posted August 31, 2009 The boys have been sleeping downstairs and we haven't "done school" upstairs (the plan was to do school upstairs this year to keep the school stuff out of common areas). It was inconvenient but do-able. Now BOTH a/c units are out. I have no money. In addition to ongoing legal issues, lack of adequate child support, lack of tutoring income this summer and bus driving supplemental income........we are very behind on nearly everything. We do have medical benefits, both adults and all kids. We have food. We can't afford to downsize; we can't afford deposits, moving first or last month's rent. I feel like we are out of options. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidsHappen Posted August 31, 2009 Share Posted August 31, 2009 :grouphug: I have no idea how you manage to keep on going. I would have caved under the stress long ago. I hope the universe cuts you a break soon hon. I will keep you in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted August 31, 2009 Share Posted August 31, 2009 I know money is tight but could you look at refurbished air conditioners? I've never lived in Texas (where I think I remember is where you live) but I'm assuming that an air conditioner is a necessity? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joanne Posted August 31, 2009 Author Share Posted August 31, 2009 (edited) I know money is tight but could you look at refurbished air conditioners? I've never lived in Texas (where I think I remember is where you live) but I'm assuming that an air conditioner is a necessity? We can't afford that, even. Literally every bill is due/over due. One of the units (the one that went out first) is "original" to the house. It's from the 80's and there is no point in fixing it. The other unit is newer, but aging. "Necessity"? Well, technically.....no? Yes? I don't know. It's not very comfortable. ETA: Yes, texas. :) Edited August 31, 2009 by Joanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unicorn. Posted August 31, 2009 Share Posted August 31, 2009 Necessity- imho, yes. I'm so sorry. Could you look on freecycle or craigslist for a window unit to get you through for a while? Maybe you can ask around and barter some tutoring services in exchange for the repairs. Hugs- Texas is no place to be w/out a/c! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keptwoman Posted August 31, 2009 Share Posted August 31, 2009 I'm sorry :( How frustrating. We survive without, we have extreme heat but no humidity which I think often makes the difference. This might help you though http://www.wikihow.com/Cool-Yourself-Without-Air-Conditioning We use a lot of the suggestions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingersmom Posted August 31, 2009 Share Posted August 31, 2009 You are not alone. My house has hit 89 degrees for days (weeks) on end. It was actually hotter in my house than outside. We keep our backpacks packed and head to the library to do school. We try to stay out of the house as much as possible. Thankfully it is finally getting a little cooler in my neck of the woods. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lolly Posted August 31, 2009 Share Posted August 31, 2009 This happened to me when I was a teen. Lived in Alabama. Middle of summer. Temperatures around 100*. We were without air conditioning for at least a month. It was probably the rest of the summer from when it went out. Unless you have serious health problems it really is not a necessity. It takes about a week for your body to adjust to the heat. Then, it still feels hot; but you don't feel like you are going to die. You may find it to be more comfortable outside in the shade than indoors during the day. If you have any fans available, try to set them up so that you get cross ventilation going in the house (some blowing in/opposite side blow out). Back before air conditioning, houses were build so this would happen naturally. It really is a matter of what your body is used to. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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