Meteorologist Jeff Ranieri

The weekend is already here and like most people I am looking forward to plenty of relaxing plans that may include the beach! While I'm in a weekend state of mind right now it was not that way earlier this week. Allergies turned into sinus congestion (I know gross!!!!!) and this left me in anything but a summer mood. When my head cold turned for the worst on Monday I looked out the window and hoped for one thing - RAIN !

Why rain???? I was hoping for some H2O on a sunny summer day because when the water falls my allergies are much better. Thank goodness I have a bit of pull *-)> I was able to manage some afternoon and morning rain in NYC and that combined with my allergy medication and lots of sleep for a full recovery.

Rain Clouds brewing in Florida from my last vacation a few weeks ago!

Like many people who live in metro regions the environment can bring adverse effects. Poor air quality, High Pollen, Heat & Humidity can all trigger painful days for those with respiratory issues. A big relief can simply be rain. Just like the rain droplets can clean a street and wash away the dirt it can do the same for your body. Rain droplets actually weigh down harmful particles in the air and can bring a much improved air quality. It's said that lower levels of allergens and pollution entering your body will in most cases leave you a bit less stressed as I have learned first hand over the years. I say the best part about this medicine is it's F-R-E-E and it's of course multi-purpose. So I say "Let it rain!" for part of the day, even in July.

I'm all ready for summer now :-) Here's me just before I head to the Beach posing "Zoolander Style" (It's a hillarious movie)!

What does RAIN do for you?

Other things RAIN does for me:
*Instantly relaxes
*A great excuse to stay in and watch movies
*It's romantic of course
*The word RAIN also provides for some fun summer music. Maybe this tune will inspire some water and a weather dance right where you live!