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I have some water in my basement but not a lot and for this I am grateful. Restricting the use of water in the house has given me a new appreciation for all the modern conveniences we have in our home. I have been slightly inconvenienced in my home for a few days and I know that in other countries, clean running water isn't even available. I realize how privileged we are here in North America. What we take for granted on a daily basis here, would be a dreamt of luxury in other countries. Just as I can't fathom how people in the third world manage on a day to day basis, I suppose they can't imagine living in the luxury we have here.
Ever so grateful for the life I have,
Margaret
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