The looming darkness of the sky intensifies as the rumble of once distant thunder draws closer. Suddenly, the sharp crack of lightning causes a mixture of anxiety, fright, or, for some, stirs up delightful affection.

When nature screams, unleashing dramatic displays of power which some often enjoy as wind whips through trees, rain falls in sheets, and the ground seems to hum an ominous but magical tune. Storms unleash such dramatic displays of power that many relish, along with the feeling of nature’s untamed energy. A primal dance and a symphony of light and sound.

Possibly, it’s the contrast with everyday calm, or the way a storm forces us to pause for introspection with the powerful feelings it brings. Whatever the reason, many find themselves drawn to a powerful thunderstorm’s destructive beauty and undeniable presence.

A storm’s arrival is announced with each rumble of thunder, much like a distant drum roll which grows louder with each minute that passes. Then, the brilliant flash of lightning angrily tears through the darkened sky, reminding of the immense electrical currents at play. And there’s the rain itself, from a gentle, soothing, patter to a driving deluge, each adding its cadence to the storm’s rhythm. Mother Nature creates a ferocious and frightening symphony.

As the thunder rolls, it is a power beyond our control, a chance to witness something magnificent and feel a connection to the natural world, a feeling both frightening and exhilarating.

From the Writer’s Workshop: Do you enjoy thunderstorms or do they frighten you? Why?