What do you like to do when it rains?

@rg0205 (2636)
Hong Kong
September 10, 2009 6:35am CST
So, what do you like to do when it rains or when there's a storm? There's a storm here and I'm indoors where its warm and dry. I'm also listening to some good music as I type this. Normally, when it rains, I like to stay in bed and put on a good movie. Maybe even catch up on some blockbusters or catch on up a good book I've been reading. If not, I'll pick up something I haven't read before. If I'm not doing all that I've just mentioned, I'd be sleeping. I always find it a ten fold relaxing to sleep when it rains. I like the sound of the rain. How about you?
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@kitty42 (3923)
• United States
11 Sep 09
Hello rg0250 Like you it is raining now and I am listening to my music while typing lol one thing I don't like to do is get wet when it rains, so being inside from the rain makes me really happy, sleeping or awake as long as I am dry that is all that matters, I enjoy watching movies anytime rainy days sunny days I always love my movies, I must say feels really good right now sitting here responding on mylot looking out the window I really hope my daughter has her umbrella, I know my grandson had on his rain coat that much I remember. Thanks good question.
@kitty42 (3923)
• United States
11 Sep 09
Hello rg0250 AWWWW, how sweet of you to say that about my family, thank for that I am sure my daughter will make sure my grand baby is o.k, my mom lives close to his school so if push comes to shove they can always stay over there for a little bit, looks like it stopped from where I sit, not pouring thats for sure, I just made myself a pina-colada lol my kitty is laying on my bed like it belongs to him, we are relaxing Thanks for the thoughtful response.
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
12 Sep 09
Hey bring on the Pina Coladas! I've been having a good day so far. I hope you are, too and I hope you're going to enjoy your weekend with your family :-) Happy mylotting :-)
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
11 Sep 09
Hello there kitty42! It's cold here right since it is raining. I'm in my comforter and jammies while responding so I'm all comfy. I love movies, too. I sometimes try and dig up old stuff just to watch for fun. I hope your family stays warm and dry so no one catches a cold. Happy mylotting :-) and thanks for sharing.
• China
10 Sep 09
haha,when it rains,I like to stay in bed and enjoy a cup of coffee.And then take a good book,I'm reading THE WORLD IS FLAT now,it's my favourite one .I have read it 2 times.If I don't have a good one,maybe I will get up early,and take a walk in the rain.It's interesting and enjoyable.Next time ,you can have a try.If you are afraid of illness,you can take an umbrella of course.
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
10 Sep 09
I wanna stay dry, thanks hehehe. I'm afraid of illness, yes, because when I get sick, it's not easy for me to get well since I have a health condition. I'm reading a book by David Sedaris. He's always sarcastic and makes good entertainment. Thanks for the comment!
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@angelajoy (1825)
• Philippines
11 Sep 09
Hello rg. I hate getting wet too. I usually feel bad when I'm outside and it rains. But when it rains and I'm at home, I just watch movies, play games on the computer, surf the Internet, or read books. I find all these hobbies very relaxing. Oh, and I almost forgot, I also eat lots of food while I'm watching movies.
@angelajoy (1825)
• Philippines
11 Sep 09
Hello kitty. I've read The World Is Flat too. It's a good read. It's nice to know that another person enjoyed this book too. But I haven't tried reading it while it's raining. Maybe I'll try tomorrow if it rains. It has been raining here for a week now, so I think I have a good chance.
@dhugoi (315)
• Philippines
11 Sep 09
Rain, rain go away come again another day big erwin wants to play. :))
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
11 Sep 09
So is that what you do when it rains?
@dhugoi (315)
• Philippines
11 Sep 09
Just murmuring a song, rain or shine never bother what I do. Just the same. But I do really love to take a rain shower.
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
11 Sep 09
That's nice :-) Thanks for sharing.
@vicky30 (4766)
• India
7 Nov 09
When it is the first rain i love the smell of mud that comes in the air.I like to sit in front of the computer to play games if i feel bored or i like to go to sleep hearing the thunder and seeing the lightning.I love to go out in the heavy rain my my windcheater but my mom does not permit me.Because my job is work from home so i don't go outside most of the time only when i have work.
@vicky30 (4766)
• India
8 Nov 09
If you live in places where it is sunnny and hot and the first rain comes.It is a very good experience.Try it when you visit places in India.Happy mylotting.
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
7 Nov 09
Smell of the mud? Hehe that's something new. Thanks for your input though :) happy mylotting
@ilyzium (1197)
• Canada
13 Sep 09
Well I do find it quite relaxing when it rains and calming too if you don't have to drive in traffic. If I'm home I prefer reading a good book while I'm listening to music. For some reason I like listening to classic music when it rains. Also watching a movie, possibly going to a movie, go to hot yoga, hang out at a coffee shop that plays cool music. Hmmm...Possibly meet friends for lunch or something, or if I really feel like hibernating, I'll maybe bake something like cookies for example. I definitely don't like going shopping then because the Malls I find tend to be quite busy. Well, that's about it.
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
13 Sep 09
You just enlisted some of the things that I like to do. Although, I did try hot yoga and didn't last very long because the heat made me dizzy. The temperature was set at 36 degrees celcius.
@ilyzium (1197)
• Canada
13 Sep 09
Well, do you know that in my class the temperature is set to I believe 40C,however I've looked at the humidity and it says it's around 50! Yup that's pretty hot all right, especially when it's a hot day outside and you come inside and sweat in that heat! OMG sometimes I just have to lie there for a bit when I get overheated, or they might open the door for a bit to let in some cooler air. Well, I haven't gone that much lately since it's been nice out, I just prefer to run/hike in this forested park nearby. Also there's a real Biotch of an instructor that teaches there quite a bit....:( Have you ever done the 30 day challenge where you do it for 30 days straight? You should try it, it's quite brutal. Well, ta ta going to the beach now. :)Enjoy the weekend.
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
15 Sep 09
I tried to do the 30 days challenge but I stopped halfway into it because I was losing too much weight and I don't need to. I just need to maintain my form. I'm 5'2 (yes, short but average by asian standards) and I weigh about 100 lbs. If i'm not doing yoga, I'm either running or weight training. :-) I wanna last long but then I really can't because of the heat and humidity. 40C? Wow, I'd probably faint lol.
@lamar91 (25)
10 Sep 09
When it rains i love to enjoy my self ,mostly i try to find a really nice movie ,get a little drink sit down on a comfortable place i enjoy the natural feelings. The most beautiful when it is raining is to have your girl friend or wife with you ,warm each other and enjoy your life .
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
10 Sep 09
Oh what a sweet response hehe. Looks like most of us want to stay indoors and spend time with loved ones. Thanks for sharing
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
10 Sep 09
Thats a beautiful mindset. Thanks for sharing
10 Sep 09
yes we have to make the best possible to enjoy our life in a positive way,with success
@drannhh (15219)
• United States
19 Nov 09
Although I live in the desert and we seldom get rain, I just love a storm. If it is warm weather I will go out in the rain and enjoy it. If it is cold, then I like a nice hot cup of chocolate and maybe early to bed. I love to sleep in the rain, too.
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
19 Nov 09
You sound just like me. Thanks and happy mylotting.
@Loverbear (4918)
• United States
11 Sep 09
Rain for me, reminds me of Christmas. So, I sew like crazy!!! I would make all my daughter's Christmas gifts and I would always do it when it rained. Now it is a case that when it rains I work on teddy bears for Christmas sales. If I'm not sewing, I will work on cleaning house.
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
11 Sep 09
Oh thats so nice! I use to love teddy bears. Now I feel like I'm too old for them :-) Thanks for sharing!
@jdyrj777 (6530)
• United States
12 Sep 09
Oh yes, i love the sound of a storm. Sometimes just listening or even watching it. Its very relaxing and calming to me. I heard once before from a friend that its God's way of cleaning things. I guess thats the most calming thought of all. I have also heard that its good to unplug all electric things while there is a storm. I have been guilty of that. Ive played tv and video games during storms.
@jdyrj777 (6530)
• United States
12 Sep 09
Yes, a literal and spiritual cleaning of everything.
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
12 Sep 09
That's a nice way to think of it, "God's way of cleaning things". I always think about "new beginnings" or "washing away" bad things when it rains. It's just a metaphor but I find it refreshing; that feeling after the rains are gone. Thanks for sharing and happy mylotting.
@agrim94 (3805)
• India
11 Sep 09
I love rains..only problem in India is if it rains heavily then everything is waterlogged. Roads have water, sewer jam simply because Govt employees of India donot work at all and they let every drain and sewer have lots of mud and dirt and when it rains heavy they choke. In rains i love to get wet but what i like most is dzilling when very small drops which dont even make you fully wet but give ur face a very nice feeling. If i am home then i would like to eat pakoras and tea. in case you donot know what pakoras are kindly follow this link http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pakora
@agrim94 (3805)
• India
11 Sep 09
yes true that they dont keep the drains clean clean . It is not only they dont work but if you know corrupt system then they would want it water logged for a couple of days so it becomes news. Govt release a lots of funds which can be misutilised for their personal use. So it was estimated by Rajiv Gandhi our ex prime minister that only 15% of funds is used for purpose it is meant for and rest goes in the pocket of the corrupt officers, politicians and bureaucrats.
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
11 Sep 09
Thanks for sharing. That's very unfortunate to have lousy Government servants. I hope the situation improves there. I did look at "Pakoras" and I remembered that some of my Indian friends in High School used to eat that. Come to think of it, I did have a taste of it, too, and quite enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing and thanks for the info :-)
@AKMEDIA2 (328)
• United States
14 Sep 09
If it's cold and rainy, I love to sleep in. If it's humid and rainy, I get grumpy, stay on the couch, watch tv and vegetate. It's hard to focus and concentrate with bad weather for me.
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
14 Sep 09
That sounds nice. Thanks for sharing :-)
@aerous (13434)
• Philippines
11 Sep 09
Hello friend, I like to sip a hot cup of coffee. It's so nice to have a cup of black coffee when it's raining. Have a nice day!
@aerous (13434)
• Philippines
11 Sep 09
Don't mind about it my friend. It's my pleasure give you such comments. have a nice day!
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
11 Sep 09
I only like black coffee if it's brewed :-) Thanks for sharing though. Coffee is nice to have when it rains. Have a nice day too!
@lelin1123 (15595)
• Puerto Rico
11 Sep 09
I love the sound of rain and I would usually do the same thing you do. Get into bed with a drink and chips and a good movie. The other two things would be to read a good book or sleep. I love to sleep when its raining.
@lelin1123 (15595)
• Puerto Rico
11 Sep 09
Now I'm wishing for a good rainstorm!
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
11 Sep 09
Ditto! Couldn't agree more! Thanks for commenting!
@cherrc (661)
• Philippines
11 Sep 09
drink coffee for a moment. watch dvd movies...relax...awww make me wanna go back to my bed. zo slaperig, ho-hum! |-)
@cherrc (661)
• Philippines
11 Sep 09
sure, with pleasure! LOL thanks! :)
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
11 Sep 09
HAHA, yeah it is very relaxing isn't it? If you can then why not? Hehehe. Cheers.
@jsitko (1169)
• United States
11 Sep 09
One of my favorite things to do on a rainy day is to curl up on the couch and read a good book. If it is chilly and damp, I will crawl under the blanket with the book. I also like to take a nap when it rains, the sound of the rain is so soothing and very easy to fall asleep to. You may think I am strange to say this, but I also love camping in the rain, As long as I can set up my tent and campsite before it starts to rain. I love to sit under the tarp or in the tent when it rains and I love to sleep in a tent when it rains. There is nothing more refreshing than the smell of the rain or right after the rain stops. That is truly the freshest air to breath.
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
11 Sep 09
Camping in the rain? That's interesting :-) Well, it is nice to be around nature and listen to all the sounds of the rain and breathe in the fresh air when it's gone. Thanks for sharing.
@bestboy19 (5478)
• United States
12 Sep 09
Everything you said sounds good.
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
12 Sep 09
Thanks :-)
@RawBill1 (8531)
• Gold Coast, Australia
11 Sep 09
Most of the time when it rains here it is warm as our winter is the dry season here! So, depending on what I am doing at the time, I like to watch it and even get out and have fun in it! My kids love to do that too. When they were younger, they would strip off their clothes and play in the waterfalls and rivers that had suddenly sprung up from nowhere! I like to wash my car sometimes when it is raining heavily and warm as it saves water! When it rains in the winter and it is cold, then I am usually on this computer or reading a book!
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
12 Sep 09
Wow, sounds like you live in a really wonderful place! Thanks for sharing!
@fan_philo (227)
• India
11 Sep 09
I love to play in the rain and i feel so happy and relaxed and i love to pull my friends along with me were we can shout and enjoy but when there is storm then i perfer to be inside and watch what ahavoc the storm creates other wise ont he whole i love to play and wish others also to experience it. Thank u.
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
11 Sep 09
hehe sounds like fun. thanks for sharing
@wushang (25)
• China
11 Sep 09
I like to stay in bed and do some reding.Sometimes I will go to sleep.
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
11 Sep 09
That's nice. Thanks for commenting.
@manigp (25)
• India
11 Sep 09
Hi, I love to wet in the rain. Paricularly i enjoyed alot in rains when i was studying in the college. Since that time i was in the hostel, no one oppose to get wet in the rain. But now-a-days this is not possible. I love to have some snacks while raining(particullarl BAJJI).
@rg0205 (2636)
• Hong Kong
11 Sep 09
I'd rather stay dry hehehe. Thanks for sharing