I watch raindrops speckle the glass as I sit on the windowsill, knees hugged to my chest as I impatiently tap my feet. I love rainy days. My gaze breaks away from the window as I hear a whistle begin and gradually grow louder and higher pitch, the kettle is ready. I leap into the air, excitedly fluttering into the kitchen, meeting Alexis there. She’s already got both our cups out and mine is already almost half full of honey.
I circle around her head as she pours the hot water into her cup and giggles at me. “We still need to wait a few minutes for the tea to brew you know.” Swooping down, I land on the lip of her teacup and take a deep breath, smelling the lovely blend. “But it smells so good! I want some now!”
Another giggle from Alexis, “Just another minute. Besides, it’s not like you like it unless it’s drowned in honey!” I make a face of mock offence, “Hey! Honey makes everything better!” She just smiles and shakes her head as she squeezes the last of the flavor out of the tea bag with a spoon.
I jump off the cup, landing on the counter as she grabs her tea and a book. “Grab your cup and come on.” She says as she walks over to the couch. I follow behind her as she sets her drink down on the coffee table and lays down on the couch. I land on her chest as she pulls out a dropper, holding my cup above my head as she syphons some tea from her own drink and moves to fill my own.
Three small drops are all it takes for the small cup to be completely filled and I smile as I make sure the honey is mixed in. As I take my first sip, Alexis opens her book and I feel the rumble of her voice as she begins reading aloud to me. Letting out a contented sigh, I smile and follow along on the page. I love rainy days.