Rain ️, my dear friend, you’re with me everywhere,
From vibrant monsoons to deserts so wide.
A welcome sight, you banish all despair,
Washing away worries, day and night.

O Rain, my friend, in darkest hours you show the way,
A comforting presence, leading me aright.
You bring back childhood memories to play,
Simple moments, happy and free, and bright.

With each soft drop, I feel alive and new,
Your gentle rhythm, a lullaby’s art.
Close to my heart, my friend, so true,
Sharing secrets, right from the very start.

Some may not love your clouds so gray,
Or the chilling wind that whispers low.
But they don’t see the good you do each day,
The fresh, cleansing water’s gentle flow.

O Rain, my friend, your gray clouds quiet the restless soul,
Your cool wind brings friends near, makes them whole.
A beauty unseen by some, I know,
A gift to the world, you make my spirit grow.

In Dubai’s heat, a blessing you appeared,
A moment in June, my parched spirit stirred.
Though brief your visit, sweet relief you brought,
At 110 degrees, your praises I sought.

On my journeys, you’re always near,
Chasing away all my woe and fear.
Even on my cruise, beneath the starry sky,
I felt our strong bond, you and I.

O Rain, my friend, this morning, your sound, a sweet wake-up call,
A treasure I cherish, beyond any wall.
I could watch you for hours, my dear friend,
Until we meet again, our bond won’t end.

Rain, my dear friend, come down as you please,
Softly and gently, a welcoming breeze.

— Praveena Jogi