Running Water and Fireflies

Two things were clarified today:

First, we have been blessed with a plethora of fireflies this early summer. I've always known I love fireflies, but this season has been a special favorite.

Second, we've been - maybe not blessed, but - experiencing a lot of rain this past month. It's maybe not up to Biblical proportions yet, but there's been a lot of it. But as I was taking Chester for a walk this afternoon, we walked by a storm drain and the sound of running water reminded me of how much I love to be by a brook. I am determined now to incorporate some sort of water feature on the patio.

And, if "plethora" is not the correct descriptor for a group of fireflies, please let me know.