I suspect that you, like me, have seen some of the amazing photographs posted by storm-chasers. I've learned that storms can provide stunning photographic opportunities. This first photo is along the Oregon coast during obviously heavy surf conditions. The second photo is the aftermath of a spring storm on the Illinois prairie. I recall going outside years ago to see if I could watch a tornado pass over (I know, dumb). Storms fascinate us--- when we can watch from a distance, that is; storms in our lives, not so much. We can do without the turmoil and the drama, the pain and the regrets. We are not even interested in naming the storms that have crashed upon us. What we do want is a safe place. Or someone who knows where we are and will come look for us. And help put our lives back together.