The Smell of Rain.....

Its a rainy Sunday here in Portland (I know...rain...in Portland....shocking) and I am indoors today finishing up a project and trying to adhere to a deadline. We (and by that, I mean me) complain about the constant rain that we have here. After awhile, the rain and the cold does get old and oh so dreary. Especially since this is early June and I am dying to wear summer clothes and retire my winter clothes, at least for a few months. But, I noticed the rain had stopped, at least for a bit, so I popped my head outside for some fresh air. There is an incredible aroma of jasmine and the fragrance of someones fireplace mixed with the wonderful smell that comes after the rain leaves. The smell of rain is so soothing and that is always good for the soul! I wish I had the time: I would make my famous gorgonzola risotto, light a bunch of candles, crack the window open and enjoy a nice glass of red wine. But, instead I will be working at the computer and calling it an early night. But for those of you who don't have deadlines to meet....have a glass of wine or a cup of hot chocolate it will be a nice way to end the weekend. Here's hoping tomorrow brings sun for everyone....