Spring Rain

Today was a lazy day. I think the steady rain had something to do with it. Good for the crops, hard on my attitude. I shouldn't complain because Eastern Oregon rain is relatively short-lived and very necessary to get us through the rest of the seasons. Our side of the state has four definite and very beautiful seasons, unlike the coast and the Portland area that seem to sport a constant, dismal drizzle year-round. Here, as soon as the rain is done, I can count on the clouds blowing away and the blue sky reigning supreme once again. So, enough of my complaining. Come on life-giving spring rain: clear the cobwebs, freshen our air, nourish our crops and gardens, green up our rolling hills...remind me why I love Eastern Oregon.