As the seasons change…so does the weather. Every year when we leap from late spring into summer and then again from late summer into fall…we get hit with heavy thunderstorms. You can always tell when one season is ending and another is beginning in the northeast.
I’ve always enjoyed seeing rainbows after a storm. Some of my most memorable times have been the ones I’ve seen out over the Atlantic Ocean while down at the beach. A few times I’ve been lucky enough to even see a double rainbow in the sky.
One such memorable occasion happened back in late August while we were heading to Hershey to see the Broadway Show CATS. Hubby and I love attending the theatre and go as often as we can.
During our drive a big thunderstorm started hitting us. The sky was black, headlights were on, the rain was falling from the sky by the boat loads, thunder, lightning, wind…etc. Cars were pulling over to the side of the road because it was hard to see.
Hubby continued on as we didn’t want to be late. He drove slowly and really paid attention to what was going on. I was nervous, but not scared. After driving through the mess for 15 minutes we finally saw rainbow number one. From my photo you can see rain clouds and blue skies…all at the same time.
We finally arrived at the Hershey Theatre and just as we parked another thunderstorm started raining down on us. We sat in the car for 15 minutes waiting for it to pass. There was no way that we were getting out and going to go sit in a theater soaking wet. Yes…we patiently waited.
As soon as thunderstorm number two finished up we were greeting by the biggest rainbow that I’ve ever seen! You could seriously see from one end to the other end and Hershey sat right underneath the center of it. It was totally cool to see!!!
In one evening we had the chance to see two gorgeous rainbows about 25-30 minutes a part. Wow! Oh…those simple pleasures in life that can bring us so much joy!
I too love rainbows. You were lucky to see two on the same drive.
I always feel fortunate when I get to see something beautiful like a rainbow. It makes one stop and look and feel grateful. I love the music from Cats. Bet the play was great.
It was fantastic! We go to the theater in Hershey or up in New York City several times every year. So far my favorite has been CATS and my second favorite has been Jersey Boys.
So interesting you should mention the simple pleasures in life. I also find great value in the little things. My thought is that God gives us the simple pleasures to help us manage the bid stuff that comes along.
I love rainbows. We get them pretty often in the summer in Denver. I never tire of seeing them.
Those are really pretty photos. I agree with you.. the simplest things in life bring me the most joy.
I love rainbows they are so amazing when you see them outside. I have many crystals hanging in my windows and when sun hits them the room is full of rainbows. When my great niece (3) is here she love to chase them and try to catch a rainbow