MY FAVOURITE SEASON : MONSOON As variety in life is essential for happiness, there is diversity in nature as well. Nature changes its appearance and attribute with the advent of every season. Of all seasons, my favourite is rainy season or monsoon. It’s a season that brings much-needed relief from the scorching heat and makes the surroundings come alive. The season has a span of three months, from June to August. In our country, the rainy season is initiated by monsoon wind. In this season the sky remains overcast. There are frequent showers accompanied with thunder and lightning. Often it rains incessantly for hours. The heat of summer dries out the earth and plants. They seem lifeless. Rain shower rejuvenates them. When the rains arrive, it’s like the whole world transforms. The trees and plants become greener, and the air becomes fresher. Dried up rivers, lakes and ponds are replenished. The earthy smell of wet soil is something that I find very comforting. The sound of r...