Whatever underground pipes were frozen thawed today, and I again have running water in all the right places. That hot bath I just indulged in felt glorious. I seldom take water for granted here, as I am not hooked up to the city water supply. It comes from my pond. When nature or some other unexpected force pushes us into another mode of behavior, it is a great opportunity to appreciate what is normally just a part of our daily routine. It seems that in my personal life, thes