Tips on how to survive the rain at school 101--Mikayla

Enjoy! 

 

A many of you know the past days it has been raining, in this time I have been warm and dry; however, I’ve seen many of my peers cold, wet, and miserable. Now if this is how you want to survive your rainy days, by all means continue; but, if you are looking for ways to enjoy the rain instead of hate it, then this post is for you.
Tip 1 - DRESS APPROPRIATELY
This is very important, if you are unprepared for the rain you are going to have a terrible time. Check the weather the night before! I cannot stress this enough, if it says it is going to rain, IT IS PROBABLY GOING TO RAIN! Judge how prepared you should be based off of the weather in the morning. If you hate having wet socks like the most of the

population, try wearing double or even triple pairs of socks. A pair of regular shoes and fuzzy socks together work wonders to keep your feet extra warm! If you like to wear sweatpants, try wearing a pair of leggings underneath them to keep your legs comfortable and warm. Wearing a long t-shirt, a sweater, and a waterproof jacket together will not only keep you warm, but also very dry. Something to cover your backpack, like an umbrella or even a clean trash bag will keep your books nice and safe from the water. If you put your backpack underneath your waterproof jacket with you, that would also work! Lastly, proper shoes. The last thing anybody wants is wet shoes and socks and cold toes. Rain Boots if you own some obviously are the best; however, if you don’t own any, boots or just shoes you don’t mind to ruin will work too!
Tip 2 - HOW TO STAY DRY
When you are exiting a vehicle, make sure to have your umbrella ready, now I know this may seem like common sense; however, while spending days watching people, they continuously get wet while trying to fumble with their umbrella. When you know you are going to be leaving soon, put your backpack on, get your umbrella ready to go with your finger on the release button. If you’re umbrella is big enough to cover both you and your backpack then obviously, keep it on your back; but, if you get to class and continuously find your backpack is soaked then try bring it to the front of you. Yes, this may make you look like a pregnant lady, but this way you can make sure it stays dry with you.
Tip 3 - HOW TO WALK IN THE RAIN 

Walking is like driving in many aspects. You have to check your surroundings before you just turn or back up. When umbrellas are involved things become worse. People are bumping into each other, water is flying everywhere, and you get hit in the face with a pointy umbrella. When walking with an umbrella be aware, make sure you’re not going to run into anybody. Also, be aware of the way you are walking, if you are stomping throughout your walk you are probably splashing all the people around you. Overall, you just need to be aware. Another tip I can give you is: watching where you walk, you don’t want to slip and fall into a puddle of water and be wet for the rest of the day. Try not to just walk around like you are the only person trying to get to class. Everyone else is trying to do the same thing as you, so if you walk around and are aware of who and what is around you, you can have a little bit of a better time walking.
Tip 4 - EMBRACE THE RAIN
When life gives you lemons, play in the rain. After all, there’s no reason to absolutely hate the rain. Every once in a while, it’s nice to relax and

enjoy your surroundings. Embrace the sound of the rain, in your car take a minute to close your eyes and just listen. Enjoy the fact that the rain is, in a sense, washing away all the bad to bring you better days.
Overall, I hope these tips helped even just a little. I’m no expert, of course; but, I have learned a few tips and tricks over my short period of time handling the rain. The rain isn’t for everyone, I know; however, next time it rains I hope it is a little bit of a better experience for you. With my tips, you should stay a little bit more dry and unstressed.
Thank you for reading!