How did the rain change? What happened to Lencho’s fields?

In "A Letter to God," the rain initially brings hope and relief to Lencho and his family. Lencho eagerly anticipates the rain, believing it will bring blessings to his fields and ensure a successful harvest. However, the rain changes abruptly into a violent hailstorm, destroying Lencho's crops and causing devastation to his fields. The hailstorm destroys everything in its path, leaving Lencho's fields barren and his crops ruined. The once-promising rain turns into a calamity, shattering Lencho's hopes and dreams of a bountiful harvest. This sudden turn of events plunges Lencho and his family into despair and uncertainty, as they face the grim reality of their ruined livelihood. The transformation of the rain from a source of hope to a destructive force highlights the unpredictable and unforgiving nature of the elements. It serves as a metaphor for the harsh realities of life and the challenges that people like Lencho face in their struggle for survival. Despite his unwavering faith in God, Lencho is confronted with the harsh truth that even the most promising blessings can turn into disasters in an instant. read less