The stormy clouds beyond remind me of a day I spent with my family as a child. We were on the beach at Long Lake and a storm suddenly blew in. The dark clouds were beautiful and frightening as they marched toward us. Rain and hail fell violently. It was over as fast as it began. The sun came back out as the storm faded in the distance. During this painting as I stood near my friends garden I was reminded of the powerful contrast of how I felt that day years ago.