I didn't grow up prepared for the buffeting winds, nor the rain, the heat released when moist air rises and the water vapor it contains condenses. No, I grew up worrying about tornadoes. I never learned how to board up my basement or lash myself to anything. So sometimes I get pulled under and my mouth is filled with brine, my eyes are closed and I just want to sink to the bottom, but something keeps me swimming.

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