Finally, after days and days of rain, there has been a break in the weather. While it has been uncharacteristically dreary, the promise of replenished aquifers and reservoirs is something to be grateful for. Last year’s drought and consequent watering restrictions killed major portions of our lawn.  Any chance of reviving it will be predicated on permission to use our irrigation system this summer.  It’s a shame we cannot simply store some of the water in the swollen local rivers before they discharge into the ocean. Plans to do some kayaking will have to wait until the water level drops a bit allowing for passage under the bridges.