Governments must take a human rights-based approach (HRBA) to water and sanitation improvements, so that no one gets left behind. The right to water entitles everyone to have access to sufficient, safe, acceptable, physically accessible, and affordable water for personal and domestic use. Is access to safe, clean water a human right? It’s not in the U.S. Constitution. The word water appears only once in the Constitution, in a provision that permits Congress to auction off enemy warships. The Bill of Rights guarantees all sorts of things, like the right to refuse overnight accommodations to U.S. soldiers, but it doesn’t say anything about a glass of water. Then again, the founding fathers rarely drank the stuff (they preferred hard cider). And it was hard to foresee the Flint water scandal—or even indoor plumbing—in 1791. Become an advocate for the areas near you of low-income residents to keep issues at the for front of government environmental issues. Yes, Water is just one but a very important topic.

Bees are essential for my flower garden. Without them some would not bloom.

When I had wash dishes, I will turn the water off while washing to save on water. I also try to use the dishwasher more, even with smaller loads.

Exercising each day by walking has had a positive impact on both my physical and mental well being. The simple act of stepping outside, breathing fresh air and moving my body has been a refreshing break from working indoors. It has helped me clear my mind and improve my overall mood. The activity I enjoyed most is walking. As someone who works from home and spends a lot of time indoors, walking allowed me to get outside, enjoy the changing seasons and feel more connected to my surroundings.

I attended a regular Twp Board of Trustees meeting in my community. I enjoyed learning bout the various ways the township is addressing community concerns, like the discussions around police department concerns and the approval of funding for the golf course equipment. It was interesting to hear about the grant approval for the k-9 unit which shows the township's commitment to public safety. Attending the meeting allowed me to see firsthand how community members, local officials and the police department collaborate to address concerns, like infrastructure projects. It deepened by connection to the Township by showing how the decisions made at these meeting impact the daily lives of residents.

I had some difficulty letting go of racing thoughts.

Surprise! Surprise! Surprise! (as some of you may remember Golmer Pile saying). I am always pleasantly surprised at the acts of kindness of children. At our church we have two families who foster 8 children. These kids are the sweetest most kind and consider young people, I have never met. In their short lives they been thru all types of traumas. You would think that they would be bitter and depressed. Well, not this group, every time they see me, they ask what they can do the help others. First, I approached them to show myself friendly and that was a 100% return in my investment in others. No matter the challenge in your day, always select to be kind to others. They will

really appreciate you making their day.