Monsoon! This is the most awaited season in India and South Asia. After the parching heat of summer, rain is a welcome sight. Everything around us cools and the water, the elixir of life, comes pouring down the sky. Rain is God sent gift to our farmers. We being an agrarian economy, good rains are a must for our existence and development.
Besides, rain commences the season of love. Even nature supports romance. It's the time of joy for the cuckoo, peacock, and the frogs. Everything comes alive with the greenery of plants.
Now let us see how we can enjoy this season.
1. Sit by the window & sip a hot beverage
Sitting at the window and looking at the crystal clear raindrops falling from the overcast sky is a joy forever. Sipping tea, coffee or any other hot beverage from your favorite cup gives you that cozy feel. If you also have pakodas or samosas, the joy gets doubled. The sound of the rain falling on the roof, trees, and the road is music to the ears. Keep some time for this and I assure you that rain will make your days happier.
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2. Wear comfy cotton clothes
We wear clothes of different fabrics. Warm wear for winter and cotton wear for summer. Now the question is, what material is apt to wear for the rainy season? The answer is simple. We get summer rain, so cotton clothes are the right choice. Feel comfortable and feel the right amount of warmth by use of cotton wear.
3- Read a thriller book
In this digital world, reading paperback books seem to be a thing of the past. That's one of the wrong notions we harbor. Reading a thriller book during rains in our leisure time is a great experience. The pages at this time emit a peculiar smell that reminds us of our school and college days. When we are lost in the story plot, we begin to live in the book itself.
4. Get wet in the rain
Children love to get wet in the rain. They like running and playing. When we deliberately get wet in the rain, the child within us gets overjoyed. With some precautions, do get the feel of the rains. Bollywood films are loaded with rain songs in which the lovers get extra romantic.
5. Take your umbrella & go for a walk
If you do not want to get drenched in the rain, there is an option. Enjoy yourself walking in the rain with an umbrella. Wear good footwear and protection walk through the puddles. The umbrella makes us feel so secure. If the road is flooded, then avoid this as it can be a cause injury.
6. Take a nice nap
After some work, you deserve a good nap. Sleep listening to the sounds of rain. The grey sky induces sleep. Take a nap to rejuvenate yourself and get ready for the next challenge.
7. Invite your friends to play indoor games
What better time we have for playing indoor games? Get your scrabble out or arrange the carrom for some exciting time. Ludo, playing cards, monopoly, table tennis, etc are other games you can play in. Your friends will love it and friendship will grow stronger.
8. Plan a monsoon hike
We, humans, are adventurous by nature. We seldom get time for venturing outdoors. But monsoon is the best time for hiking. Get together with like-minded people and enjoy your hike. Select a suitable place for a day hike. Prepare well for this activity. Be well-rested and fit for hiking.
Have fun on a rainy day :)
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