Soddenly this spring

On and on drips the cold rain, down and down goes the thermometer; we are desperate for diversion, we clean the baseboards and drive around a bit. The cat gallops madly upstairs, dragging his toys out of the paper gift bag, then stuffing himself into it all akilter. His eyes gleam crazily.
Finally we can stand no more, and go out for a soggy walk. This clears the heads of all; late evening ramble for a small plate and a beverage.