Weather & the Thunderstorm

Thunderstorm Weather Symbol

Weather

Earth's mood swings

Atmospheric goings on

What's it like outdoors?

Wherever we may be,  there is weather. We plan for it. We dress for it. We pray for it. 

What surrounds us under the sky is our background. 

This morning  I step outside to a gentle breeze, warm, dry, comforting. The biosphere is embracing the beauty of summer, and me with it.

The National Weather Service meteorological forecast  indicates rain and possible thunderstorms mainly after 1 PM EDT in Vermont today. 

I haven't counted the number of days we've had a similar report, but I guess it is well over a dozen since late May 2023.

Looking Towards the Southwest

A recent thunderstorm system moved directly over Vergennes. It was huge from north to south, nearly horizon to horizon.

Looking Southeast

Safety. The rule is that if you can hear thunder, then lightening is close enough to strike you. 

Get out of the water!

When we heard that command at the town pool or beach, we got out of the water.

Thunderstorms may be beautifully dramatic, but they can also be tragically fatal.

Hello June!

 Vermont has been blessed with some perfect days this May.

June arrives with heat as the forecast reads today, Hot, as in the 90s°F (32°C).

Sitting in the shade by Otter Creek is cool and relaxing. I didn't stay long because it was time to go.

When there are people around, being outdoors feels safer to me.  We should always be aware of our surroundings no matter how many folks are around. A long walk on a deserted beach may sound lovely, but not quite safe.

That day I was alone after another visitor left. Then another arrives. Despite a near empty parking lot,  in a space marked for trucks with trailors, (boat ramp area), the visitor parks right next to me. Not a cool thing to do. I left, taking my better safe than sorry attitude with me.

This summer I pray for the end to the violence in our communities.

When out and about, please don't be alone in lonely places. Always tell others  where you are going, and when you will return. Read up on hot weather safety. Be prepared for the unusual from stubbing your toe to worse. 

Never 

Leave Children or pets 

in a hot car...double check before you walk away!

Have a Safe Summer!

Summer Set Up

My Reminders & To Do list Summer Side
 

• No liquids, hand sanitizer, anti-bacteroal wipes, creams or lotions left in hot car other than plain water
• No snacking while driving
• No eating chocolate in the car because bits that fall in my lap will melt creating a crapped pants look that's not attractive
• Sunscreen for face, body and sport uses
• Mosquito Nets, hat and single net
• Vehicle warm weather safety pack stored safely in trunk
• Driving safety pack: cooler with freezer pack, water, extra sandals, extra sun glasses, windbreaker, umbrella, long thin raincoat, plastic poncho, crackers or health bar in purse 
• Keep old winshield wipers in trunk for just in case
• Make sure spare tire in good condition
• Sunshield umbrella in trunk
• Folding chair in trunk
• Small sketch book in car
• Repellent spray feet before leaving home to prevent bites from mosquities attracted to foot scent
• New nail polish for toes
• Committ in Prayer to be a courteous safe driver, no finger declarations, no fumming over bad drivers, windows up at all times when critiquing aloud driver talent on the road
• Be considerate of lip readers

Do you have any tips that make your season safer and happier?

Reflection Monday June 2021

Sun Halo, 17 April 2012

 Not all in the World is as we think or trust it is.

Being vigilant helps eliminates surprises,

and disappointments.

Know your surroundings

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