Isn't water a miracle?

One of my favorite chores is watering. Not only is it sheer pleasure on an August day in the south but there is something so satisfying about providing the animals with clean, clear drinking vessels. They know it too. As soon as it is filled, the chickens flock to their trough, dipping their beaks and raising their feathered heads to throw back the cool drops. Even when the dogs have more than half a bowl I rinse and refresh it - I know the treat fresh water is in my glass and I'm sure they prefer it fresh also. A shower is better than morning coffee to me and cleaning is so much easier when water can wash away the impurities. I'm afraid we take it for granted because I know there are many on this earth who struggle for clean water. Water is life!