Damp squib

It’s 2019 and global warming is upon us. And as predicted by a lot of environmental scientists, we’re in for a globally wet period (Glaciers and permafrost are melting, hot dang of course we are!) Here in Pune we’ve finally had the rain warnings and schools and public institution closure and advisories to the general public not to step out. The rain has been relentless and I haven’t seen even a bit of sunshine for more than a month. And damn do I miss it. This is normally how Pune’s rains are: bits of sun amidst spells of constant but not too heavy showers. But we left normal behind a few years ago. These days I feel damp all the time, things don’t dry fast and my toes feel constantly moist! I mean... I prefer my toes to be as dry as possible.

Okay so I want the rain too, obviously. But it’s been too long since I saw even tiny amount of sunshine and if I’m not going to be able to get a glimpse of it soon, what I would want in return is a fucking fireplace (with real crackling flames and glowing embers) so that I can feel dry for even a brief moment! (Also, have you ever thought of how comforting the sound of crackling flames can be?) On second thoughts, what am I really complaining about?... Pune isn’t flooded. It’s just been raining a lot.  But I cant help bit wonder if it’s not next on the flooding list. Also... I really do genuinely love the rains and just wish I had someone to share my damp squib mood this damp squib season with.