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Weekly Contest #112
At the first crack of thunder, the usually busy town held its breath. The older folk, hiding in their homes with noses pressed to their windows, whispered prayers to forgotten gods for the blessing of rain. Though it had been months since the last drop fell, most people found shelter before the first of many began again. Though I was still quite little, the sight of the dirt kicking up with each splash until the streets were muddy and full of puddles filled me with glee. My Mama always insisted that we stay inside during the rains; she fear...
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