In Nebraska where I grew up, thunder was so loud the house moved; it shook and so did I. When my children were small, Portland experienced a loud thunder storm and instead of leaving my childrn alone, trembling in their beds, we moved our couch cushions into my bed, propping our pillows on top and we watched and heard the storm together. What a great memory. Having my children has been the greatest thing I’ve ever done.  nancymauerman.com