Rain

It's been an unusual summer. I think it has rained nearly 20 days in a row, and it has not gone more than a day or two without it since May. Usually, we are sweltering in the 90s in early July, but it's been in the 70s and 80s every day. The forecast? More rain. In Texas, we don't complain about rain in the summer, but it is getting to the point where we're ready to see some sunshine again. When I am able mow, between the showers, the grass is almost too thick for my mower, and our dirt driveway has washed down the road. All the lakes in this part of the state are full, though, and we're catching up on the water we needed, so we're blessed.

I don't mean to be flippant, however, about the lives and homes that have been lost in this weather pattern in other parts of Texas. Our prayers go out for those families.