Lightning is a powerful element with a mysterious allure. It is often associated with the joyousness of spring break, but also with the unpredictability of the weather and the sadness that can sometimes accompany it. However, there is also something a little bit eerie about the power of lightning, which can suddenly appear in the sky and signal the start of a storm. There is a solemnity to the power of lightning, and a reminder that in life, joy and sadness can coexist. Crossposted on Ao3