The weather

“Mmmmm” groaned Mary waking up and stretching.

Drawing back the curtains to see what the day had to offer.  

There was frost on the grass, the trees and washing line were swaying in the wind but it was lovely and sunny.  

What on earth was going on with the weather today?

Mary sleepily went down stairs to ask.

Mum was in the kitchen half doing the dishes and half teasing Joe with bubbles.

“Mum what is going on with the weather today?” demanded Mary.

“Good morning to you too Mary.  Well lets have a look, the grass is frosty the trees and waving but the sun is shining bright.  I’d say its a beautiful bright day with a chill in the air and to expect rain around lunch time.” Advised mum in a matter of fact tone.

“But how can all of those different things fit in to one day?” Inquired Mary confused.

“Well that is just a small selection Mary.  See the hills that are around us that creates a valley.  Also with the beach being so close too that follows the tides and the currents from around the world so the temperature from both of those things also effects us on top of whatever the sky is planning so we could wake up to some snow, have our snow man knocked down by the wind by eleven, have pouring rain by lunch and beautiful sunshine in time for tea.” Explained mum.

“But how?  How can all of these things change so quick? Questioned a very confused Mary.

“Well think of it like this, the day starts with every one having a really good sleep so everyone is happy but then as the day goes on dad has to go for a shower to get all the oil out of his hair so he’s rain.  You have to have an adventure and are climbing tree’s so they are moving from you adding bits to them to create your latest hut so your wind.  I have to prepare all of the food to make sure it doesn’t go off so I’ll be frost and snow to make sure everything is kept chilled.  Joe is always smiling and happy because he’s still to wee to really have anything to worry about so he can be sunshine.  See how all of the weather can fit together so closely?  That’s why I always make sure we have jackets and suitable shoes before we go anywhere so we are never caught by surprise. Said Mum with a smile.

“My goodness that’s awfully complicated”, replied Mary with a frown.

“Don’t worry Mary just make sure you always take a jacket and a snack on your adventures so you don’t get caught out.”

“Aww is that why you always tell me to take a jacket? Clicked Mary.

“Yes there is nothing worse than being stuck cold and soggy because the weather changed its mind.”

“Yes, that makes perfect sense now, I’ll try to remember.”   Smiled Mary thinking of breakfast and adventures

©joannehepburn

02/04/2017