Riding in the Rain

Riding out in the rain,
You must think I'm insane.
Lightning striking, thunder clashing,
Horse neighing, hooves thrashing.

My jittery mount beneath me,
Dancing on fine legs, ready to flee.
Calming hand placed on her neck,
Careful reins pull back and check.

Soothing words caught in wind,
Hearing thunder crack from behind.
Fighting the fear that takes hold,
Feeling the rain chilling, bitter cold.

The clouds open, sun breaks through,
Sunlight guiding us as stable is in view.
Asking her to gallop, we ride as one,
Together we move, underneath the sun.