As I step outside, I instantly notice the fresh, damp scent of the earth. As I continue walking, I happily let the sprinkle droplets envelop my entire body. My shoes are soon soaked; with every step I take, I feel a puddle moving under my feet. The rain rushes violently onto the dark, slippery sidewalk. My hair is dripping with icy raindrops that fall to the earth with every movement I make. The numbing effect of the freezing rain finally sets in. Violent storm clouds creep across the deadly sky and bright lightning begins. The rain falls faster and harder. My feet move quickly when I run on the road. I rush into my house and look out the window and watch the violent storm that is just beginning. The weather has the uncanny ability to quickly change a mood. Rain contains several emotions that could be considered opposites; they range from cleaning to depression, from love to anger, and from life to death. The clean, crystalline droplets fall carelessly to the earth. Small puddles begin to form and children run outside to play. As a child, I loved playing in the rain. I longed for the clean feeling I got from playing in the cold, cool water. Water is an essential part of the cleaning process. Rain washes away layers of dirt that build up over time. Without rain, everything outside would still be covered in dust. Just as rain washes away accumulated dirt, tears clean the surface of the eyeball. This allows the eyeball to remain moist and usable. Rain falls directly from the sky or heavens and is often considered the tears of the gods. The gods are powerful supernatural beings; they are the ideal models of perfection. Middle of paper......t, I always assumed that rain was just a type of weather. For me, the word rain was used as a clarification to help viewers understand. However, rain is more than just a clarification on the Weather Channel. Rain is associated with several emotions ranging from cleansing to depression, love to anger, and life to death. Sometimes I wonder if life would be better without rain; there wouldn't be as many natural disasters or frequent reminders of depression. But then I imagine not being able to feel renewal and love, or see the effects of rain on life; Suddenly I realize that the positive effects of rain far outweigh the negative effects. As you see the majestic rain flowing gracefully, recognize the simple beauty and importance of the rain. Discover those feelings that you have buried inside yourself for so long; expose the emotions you have hidden and feel free.