Yes, those were rain drops

If ya think something you did not expect is happening, check on Facebook.  You may be right.

I did see lightning.  I did hear thunder, and thought for sure the decorative rocks outside our sliding glass door looked a little wet in the darkness of the early dawn.

Later, Facebook validated my assumptions.

One Facebook friend called it a gully wash while another rejoiced.  Both live in our neck of the woods.

So, yes, we received some moisture, albeit very brief, but anything will help soften the crackle we sense with virtually every step we take outside/ Marianne Love , Slight Detour. More here.