A Storm Blows In

This was written in inspiration of my child's newfound fear of tornados. I hope you enjoy reading this.

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As a storm began to blow in, the young family began preparations. A tornado warning was in effect for their small town.

Windows shut. Check.

Hiding place secured. Check.

Snacks acquired. Check.

The wind began howling such a mournful sound. A flash of lightning shocked me straight to the core. We rushed the kids into the basement with some books for company, just in case the power suddenly went out. Breaking into a bag of chips, my five-year old began asking a bunch of questions.

"When is this going to be over Mom?"

I replied slowly, "I don't know buddy, we just have to ride the storm out."

My husband grabbed my hand and gently said the words, "It's just a few rainclouds." Oh was he wrong.

The wind began to howl louder and louder. The house shook from the storm's rage. The kids were terrified as we could hear the picture frames on the walls start falling. Smash.

Smiling wearily, "It will be over soon guys. Don't worry."

The howling noises grew. We were safe in the basement. I was just as terrified as they were but at least we all had each other.

All of a sudden, the wind stopped. My son looked at me bright eyed, "Is it over?"

My husband replied to him while giving me a firm look, "Not until the storm warning shuts off."

He frowned. "But the noise is gone!"

I handed him another juice box. "Here buddy, why don't you colour me another picture."

With a bang, it sounded like the lightning struck something near our house. We were in the eye of the storm and my husband knew it too. My kids covered their ears as another round of thunder began rumbling.

"It's okay kids, it will all be over soon."

Chloe Rose Violet🌹

I wrote this as a part of my "Writing Prompts for October Challenge" which you can view down below.

I have read a few people's posts in regards to this writing prompt challenge and I'd love to see some more!

Please feel free to comment on the original post or this one to make sure I see it as I will be picking my favourites from the month of October. I was hoping to find one for every prompt. Do one or do them all! Thanks for reading everyone.

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