Sitting in the cozy house,
Gazing out silently
At another rainstorm

Tugging on dry wool socks,
Tugging on slick rubber rain boots,
Toes warm and protected.

Dashing out the door,
Releasing a giggle, splashing
From puddle to puddle
As lighting reflects off
Miniature gleaming teeth.

Time is endless
For this moment is hers
Until the clouds fade,
Taking the flood along.

Pools of water form,
Still.
She dances in the storm
To the drumming of rain,
Applauded by thunder.

A little yellow poncho
Set free by droplets,
Dripping from her fingertips.

Tiny twirling legs,
Pigtail braids flapping wild,
She swirls.

Showers cease
With sun peaking out
Behind gray fleeting clouds

Puddles left behind,
Rippling under her feet,
Sparkling dimly.