Memories of Rainfalls Past

Awake and in front of the computer at 5:00am. (Way too early!) Listening to the Autumn rain falling on the roof. Hoping it doesn't strip too many leafs from the trees too soon. Giving chills .... A stark reminder of Fall Youth Soccer days in the past. Too many all-day sessions standing in the rain. Soaking wet. Paralyzing!! A deep chill that would resonate in a persons bones for days after. In fact it still does!! Maybe the worst aspect of it was being up at this same hour, hearing the rain and preparing for the day. Knowing what was ahead. I wouldn't wish that sensation on anyone and would never want to experience it again.