Imagine if there were only two seasons left in temperate zones: an endless rainy season and a dry season. The weather, as we know it, would be completely different. Instead of the familiar four seasons – spring, summer, autumn, and winter – we would have only two extremes. But what would that mean for our daily lives? Let’s take a closer look at this hypothetical situation, drawing a bit of inspiration from the song “Two Seasons Remain.”
The rainy season: Raindrop city
“Two seasons remain
The rain starts to pour
Turning our city into a lake
Watch it roar (roar, yeah)
We jog and cycle through puddles in the street
Dressed like we’re diving
Caught in the rhythm
So sweet”
In this new world, the rainy season would be ubiquitous and intense. Cities and towns would transform into true “Raindrop Cities.” Flooding would be a regular occurrence, streets would turn into rivers, and the landscape would constantly be in flux. We would need to significantly adapt our infrastructure: houses on stilts, expanded drainage systems, and floating transportation could become the norm.
The song’s lyrics capture the mood perfectly: “We jog and cycle through puddles in the street, dressed like we’re diving.” Daily life would revolve around the rain. Waterproof clothing would not just be a fashion accessory but a necessity. Sports like jogging and cycling would take place in wet conditions, and we would learn to integrate the rain into our everyday routines.
Daily life in the rainy season
“Breakfast and school
It’s our daily routine
Rain-soaked shoes
But we’re always keen
The drops on our faces
They feel like pure bliss
In Raindrop City
We find joy in the mist (yeah)”
The rain would be so prevalent that it would dictate our daily lives. Children would go to school with wet shoes, and it would be normal for breakfast to be accompanied by a light drizzle. However, instead of letting this dishearten us, we would learn to enjoy the rain. People would embrace the rain as part of their identity, finding joy in jumping in puddles and feeling the rhythm of the raindrops.
The dry season: A contrast
After a long rainy season, the dry season would present a drastic change. The landscape would dry out, and water scarcity could become a serious issue. Agriculture and water supply would need to be well-planned and adjusted to survive the transition. During the dry season, nature would recover from the rainstorms, and we would have to cope with the heat and dust.
Adaptation and joy
“Splishing in puddles
We’re dancing with glee
Rainy days
They bring us so much harmony (ooh-yeah)
We’re catchin’ the rhythm
Like a symphony
In Raindrop City
Where the rain sets us free (sets us free)”
People are remarkably adaptable. Even in a world with only two seasons, we would find ways to master these extremes and adjust our lives accordingly. The song “Two Seasons Remain” describes the joy found in small things – like dancing in puddles and the harmony of rainy days.
Overall, a world with only two seasons would bring significant changes and challenges. But as the song shows us, there are always ways to find joy and harmony, even when the weather subjects us to extreme conditions. Humanity would learn to live in this new reality, and perhaps we would even develop new traditions and routines that celebrate our adaptability and ingenuity.
