Last few days of the heat wave….When the sun turns up the heat and you’re ready to melt into a puddle, it’s time to get creative. Here are five fun and slightly ridiculous ways to beat the heat during a heatwave — because who says survival can’t be a little silly?

1. Become One with the Ice Cream

Forget about eating your Paul’s Favorite — become it! Put on your most ridiculous sundress or Hawaiian shirt, grab a box, and declare yourself the Ice Cream King (or Queen). You’ll feel cooler just by association. Bonus points if you carry around a Flake.

2. Master the Art of the Indoor Pool

Who needs a pool when you have a bathtub? Fill it up, toss in some rubber duckies, and voila — you’ve got yourself an “indoor pool.” Bonus points for inflatable pool toys like a flamingo or a unicorn, even if you’re just floating in a few inches of water. You’re living your best life, don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. Post your a picture on ILF (wearing a costume obviously).

3. Fan Yourself Like a Drama Queen

Nothing beats the heat quite like the sheer elegance of an old-school hand fan. Grab the nearest magazine, piece of paper, or even a receipt, and start fanning yourself dramatically. Bonus points if you throw in a few “woe is me” sighs while looking out the window. You’ll look cooler — even if you’re not.

4. Chill in Your Freezer (Literally)

Why not go full-on penguin mode? No, not a real freezer dive — but standing with the door open in front of the freezer for a few minutes of cold bliss. Make sure to look as if you’re deep in thought, pondering life’s mysteries: “Should I eat frozen peas for dinner or ice cream?” (The correct answer is both.)

5. Water Balloon Fight… with Yourself

Who says a water balloon fight needs an opponent? You’ve got plenty of balloons, a backyard, and the need to cool off. Strategize: fill the balloons, line them up, and then aggressively throw them at your own body. It’s not only cooling but also excellent therapy. Afterward, you’ll feel refreshed and slightly more questioning of your life choices.

So there you have it! Whether you’re impersonating a walking popsicle, engaging in solo water warfare, or fanning yourself like you’re in a soap opera, remember to keep cool and have fun this heatwave season. Because, at the end of the day, it’s all about surviving in style — and maybe making your neighbors question your sanity.