Spring Shower

This afternoon we had our first proper spring shower.

You know what I mean....a short 15 minute downpour

with thunder and heavy drops that brings that 

fresh rain smell.  Then the sun immediately comes back,

breaking through in a way that makes you step outside

and look for a rainbow!

It's always fun to see a few of our cats, at the

first few drops of rain, darting through the neighborhood at

break-neck speed to reach the shelter of our porch.

The cats already inside slink on their bellies as soon as the

thunder starts, slithering under furniture for comfort.

And a few brave ones sit in the windows and watch

the petals from the trees fall like snow.

♥