Friends, there's something you must know about me...I'm a total sucker for rainy days. They make me straight up giddy for so many reasons.
I have a playlist exclusively for rainy weather. I have bright red rain boots and they're amazing. That puddle on campus everyone is struggling to avoid? Please. Imma strut right through it. Also, seeing another person wearing rain boots is awesome. I swear, it's like being part of a secret society. You look at their boots, then glance at their face. They do the same to you, the slightest head nod occurs, and then you're on your way. RAIN BOOT SOCIETY. Such a thing.
It all just slows me down. Rainy days make me pause and look up at the ever-changing clouds. I see reflections in the wet ground. It's literally a breath of clean, fresh air. Rainy days make me want to wear my comfiest sweats, put on my fuzziest socks, pull my hair up, and make things as simple as possible.They make me thoughtful. I feel the need to sit by a fireplace and journal all my thoughts, write a letter to someone I miss, or read a book. They make me want to buy flowers right that very minute. And naturally, rainy days make me wanna cuddle up with someone or slow dance in the kitchen. They make me want to turn on jazz music and light a candle. It just gets to me. Isn't it romantic?
To me, it feels like the world should stop and responsibilities should be put on hold when it rains. I just want to be still and take it all in. I would be content to stare out a window all day long and just watch the whole scene unfold every minute. Watch people jump puddles with their kids, see the businessman hold the newspaper above his head, grin at the couple huddled under a single umbrella. I love seeing people who don't let the rain bother them. I love it when this weather humanizes people on the bus or when they finally let out a laugh when they can't get their umbrella closed as they get on the train. I love witnessing the fall of that barrier and hearing the nervous giggles.
It's just dreamy. Next time you get caught in the rain, try pulling out your rose colored glasses and looking again. Don't focus on the inconvenience it may cause for your newly washed car or how much your hair is frizzing up. Look around. It's all kinda beautiful.
