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Games for Pluviophiles: Shadows of Doubt

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  When someone says, "My, what a beautifully sunny day!" do you want to punch them? When the weatherman reports no rain in the forecast, do you become depressed? Do you celebrate the great indoors? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you might be a pluviophile .  I hate to do this, but let's begin with the definition of 'pluviophile' because I suspect the term might be unfamiliar to many.  Copilot defines a pluviophile as: Someone who enjoys rain and rainy days, finding fascination in the sights, sounds, and ambiance of rain. If you’re a pluviophile, you appreciate the gentle patter of raindrops on leaves, the misty atmosphere, and the cozy feeling that rainy weather brings. 🌧️☔ The term originates from Latin: “Pluvi” refers to rain. “Phile” denotes a person who loves or has an affinity for something. I am a proud pluviophile.  Ever since childhood, I have luxuriated on rainy days.  While the world is constantly urging me to embrace the out