Storm

It was great to get that big storm yesterday afternoon, and for the rain to cool things down a bit. I was getting the clothes off the line as it was just starting-- I love being outside just before a big storm, when everything is dark, and there is a heavy feeling in the air; anticipation, humidity, and a weird quietness. It feels like something giant is building up and getting ready to burst.

What it reminded me of was that bit in The Wizard of Oz, when Dorothy has just left the magicians place, and the big storm is just rolling over-- I love that bit.