Never Under Estimate the Power of Water

I actually found the internet working so I figured I would write some quick jumbled thoughts. Most of which center around the topic of water.

First water topic - I am really thirsty! I have a quarter liter left in my water bottle so you would think I would quench my thirst. However, we have been without running water for about 3 days. That means that when you turn the faucet, there's nothing there. We had some water stored in the freezer, but today when I opened it, there was no more left. We all knew it was coming. We rationed pretty well considering. 10 liters of water for 16 people for 3 days. I just hope it comes back fast.

Second water topic - showers. It had been way to long. My hair was starting grow in every direction. I don't even want to talk about the unavoidable smell of humidity, mildew, and gross mud. But with a hose and bucket of water, I am now convincibaly cleanner. I love that one of my student's turned around in church tonight and told me - wow, you are clean. haha. awesome.

Third water topic - laundry. After kneeling in mud and then being drenched with water, all I could do with the dirty clothes was let them sit. Yes, in my room. Talk about a bad smell. I considered rinsing them with the water coming from the hose outside, but it was chunky and brown. Instead I put each clothing item in a bucket with half an inch of rationed rain water and imitated a spin cycle on a washer. Then added soap, and then repeated with more of the limited water. I am sure they are still very soapy, but at least the soap smells good...enough.

The storm is over and school has resumed. It was exciting to count the children the first day and find them all there. The storm was very distructive destroying four of the teachers homes completely. But somehow, they are still wearing smiles. Please keep us in your prayers. Before long, the lack of water will become a problem. Showers and brushing teeth and washing hands are nice, but drinking water is mandatory.

Philippians 4 verses 11 - 13
I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being contenet in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything through him who gives me strength.