petrichor

today is a good day because i learned a completely new word!  petrichor, noun, "a pleasant smell that frequently accompanies the first rain after a period of warm, dry weather."

etymology?  it comes from the greek word petra, meaning "stone" and ichor, the fluid that flows in the veins of the gods in greek mythology.

not only is it fun to smell, but it's fun to say; here's to petrichor and puddle-stomps!