Early Morning Rain

I was awakened around 5 this morning by the sounds of dancing rain and thunder clapping in the distance.  I stepped out onto the deck to appreciate the sounds of the light rain on the tin covered roof.  The water coming off of the eave trough.   The dog, who is afraid of thunder, at my heels.  I stood for awhile just appreciating the warmth and sounds of the rain. 

Black Rose and I were saying yesterday, as we were coming back from our visit to the Kingston Peninsula with 'Huck', that it was going to rain.  The leaves had begun to turn upside down.  Have you ever noticed that?  The leaves turn over as if to drink as they flutter in the wind.    Even though it was gorgeous and sunny they had begun their 'show' for us as we traveled back towards St. Martins. 

I also love to watch a lightening storm.  I remember a time, years ago sitting here in the 'cottage' watching the lightening dance over the ocean.  We sat on the floor in front of the patio doors,  a very young Black Rose and I.  In recent years,  I had the pleasure of a nice 'storm watch' with My Seaside Friend, Gwen.  As the lightening danced across the skies, us safely tucked under the eave of her porch, we sat discussing our children and other common interests. 

I remember when we were young and going outside to play in the rain!  Wow, kids now don't even go outside let alone to play in the rain.  Imagine if they knew we used to use rain water to wash our hair!  Those were the days.........ahhh.....summer rain, thunderstorms and memories what a wonderful combination.