Rain

It's still dark at 0645 on early March mornings. On the horizon, coming into the village the glow of state police strobe lights fill the sky. A detour and then I'm at the hospital. The work day has begun.

Death has once again imposed itself, uninvited. Crossing the street in the dark, shrouded in black clothing she was invisible until the car was right upon her. By then it was too late. Transport to the trauma center means a slight hope of survival. But only slight.

Around the corner are pale faces at the nurse's station ... and tears. A younger brother deployed in Iraq has died. "Friendly fire" she says. With friends like these .....

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The National Weather Bureau has issued a flood warning for the area. Swollen streams may overflow as rain continues to fall during the day. Be aware of your surroundings and be prepared.

(For Jennifer and Patrick)