4th
Now that the warm weather is here, I am seeing the advantages of being tucked up under the eaves as I am. For one thing, the apartment is nice and bright, yet is shaded from the more intense direct sunlight. And, I can keep my windows wide open, even during a thunderstorm!
Last night we had a big one, and I just stood there in front of the open window, feeling like I was in the middle of the storm, but not getting wet. I wish I could better convey how wonderful that felt. And the smell! Fresh rain, wet flowers, soil and mulch. It was just great.
This made me miss the east coast. Summer thunderstorms are amazing; and for a second I swore I smelled that exact smell that i love and know so well!