Rain Gods

I tested the gods today. Rest assured, prolific Greek authors of old, they are as ruthless as ever. I was feeling a little under-the-weather today. The sky was gray and the air brisk, the best kind of atmosphere for some good walking. I thought a bowl of soup across the street would be perfect, and as I headed over a light mist was leaking out of the sky. I ignored this, delighting in the short walk to deliciousness. Just as I got across the street the gods cackled and dumped a bucket of water on the valley. I enjoyed my soup and reading, happily dry inside, but the rain got heavier and heavier. It's beautiful to watch and listen to, but my sprint home drenched me, umbrella and all. Now I'm nursing myself back to warmth with chocolate and some delicious homework, while the rain still drums menacingly, daring me to try to leave the house again.