According to Greek mythology, the seasons have a lot to do with Demeter, the Goddess of the Harvest and the Fertility of the Earth. When her daughter Persephone was kidnapped and wed to Hades, the God of the underworld, Demeter became so depressed that she could not care for the lands. As a result, the vegetation died and winter took over!

But, lucky for us, a deal was struck with Hades!  Persephone was allowed to return to the Earth from the underworld for six months of the year. Once Persephone appeared, Demeter rejoiced, the soil was warmed by the sun, grains were planted, flowers bloomed, and spring arrived! 

But when the time came for Persephone to return to the Underworld, Demeter’s mood darkened, and the earth became cold and barren once again. So, if you just wait it out, then Persephone and spring will arrive! 

Luckily, a properly operational HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) system can ‘override’ the Greek Gods and Goddesses and provide refreshing indoor comfort regardless of the weather.



This article was included in the 2017 Fall/Winter Good Life Magazine.