The past few weeks of near-constant rain in Southern California have had Royals shaken up. Along with my thoughts, I’ve asked a few Royals for their responses regarding how they feel about this dreadful weather…. in Haiku format. Here are their responses:

A dramatic retelling of my experience climbing the stairs:

A puddle gathers

In a pile on the floor

Boom! Crash! I slipped. Again.

Mom, take this as a sign to Apple Pay me some spending money:

I need to buy boots

Day by day, my soaked shoes say:

“You need to buy boots.”

Here’s something a bit more dramatic- please be safe on the freeway:

I’m scared. I won’t drive.

The roads are damp- please! I’m scared

of Hydroplaning.

Where were you when we experienced snow at school for the first time?:

The day was March 1st

I dashed outside; Could it be?

Yes! Snow in SoCal.

Ally Lillestol ’23 has some adverse feelings about going to school in the rain:

“Flare leggings fail me

My legs fight against the cold

Please let me go home.”

On the other hand, the rain has inspired Senior Alexandra Bohn‘s poetic talent:

“Heaven weeps above

Cold air crisp on my pink cheeks

Rain is much beloved.”

Kathleen Martinez ’23 recalls her experience practicing her Red and Gold drill on the wet lawn:

“Sweat covers my neck

My feet slip on the wet grass

I fly in the air.”

That’s all! If the rain is bumming you out, try writing a Haiku about your feelings- it’s extremely therapeutic. Please dress warmly, bring an umbrella, and don’t let the rain ruin your hair!