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Rain Drops

You stood beside me in the rain this morning. Your fingers were warm in mine, your feet were splashing in the puddles of our driveway. I showed you how to tilt your head back to catch the rain in your mouth. And as we stood there, in the summer light, the look of joy on your face is something I'd like to remember forever. I won't. Life and busyness and the new discoveries we make together will replace this memory. But for now, I choose to cling to that moment. Cling to the moment where we threw our heads back and took in everything the day had to offer. Together.
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