And the forecast is... cloudy with a chance of joy

By John Lee, with thanks to Gavin Pretor-Pinney

WE so often associate clouds with negativity and impending doom. We see 'Dark clouds on the horizon' or someone we know may be 'Living under a cloud'.

Cloud formations can be incredibly striking

The only vague hope seems to be that 'Every cloud has a silver lining'. One man who does not share these kinds of sentiments, however, is Gavin Pretor-Pinney, founder of the Cloud Appreciation Society.

And when you see him speak with such warmth, enthusiasm and humor about this frankly wonderful natural phenomenon, it's easy to see why.

As you might expect, the presentation includes some beautiful, striking and very funny photographs of various cloud formations.

But there's a great message, too, about the value of slowing life right down, taking the time to appreciate the moment and the spectacular displays nature has to offer.

And ultimately letting joy and inspiration into your life.

As Gavin himself puts it: 'If you live with your head in the clouds every now and then, it helps you keep your feet on the ground'.

Click on the link below to take a look at the video....

http://tiny.cc/1z8n0w