Cloud Break!

After a day of blue skies and blustery winds has come an evening of heavy rain alongside the gusty winds. As I headed off on a stroll I could see the rain clouds swallowing up the remaining bright bits of daylight...and then the clouds burst and I was soaked for the majority of the time. 

However, my research tells me that the smell of rain, and it was smelly rain tonight, can reduce stress and improve mood by up to 60%! 

Apparently, when it rains there is a distinct smell called petrichor that is released. This scent is said to make us breathe more deeply and in turn enjoy the smell. 

What an interesting thought!