Yes , I know, I also do it sometimes but cant keep up with it as its rains a lot. But honestly mazaa udhar he aata hai, you dont get the same earthy smell here, I wonder why, and beleive me its the same in India and Pakistan. I think that smell is only for us in subcontinent. My brother in law gets sarcastic with me when I say something nice about that earthy smell kay khud toh europe mai rehtay ho aur ye wali khushbo bhi chahiyee, wah wah , dono haath mai ladoo.
I miss my childhood days in monsoon season as I was never at home all day outside playing from cricket to badminton in rain and then cycling as well, dont ask how many thapads I use to get!!