Inspiration Spotlight
“A few years ago, I was part of a project that funded clean water for a community in a third-world country and have learned how important clean water is to children and their families. Every morning when I start my tea, brush my teeth, or wash my dishes, I try and remember to be grateful for clean water. It's not always easy so I have a couple of little "Gratitude Cactuses" that sit in my bathroom and in front of my kitchen faucet. They serve as a reminder to pause and be grateful.
My interest in clean water started one time when I was in a third-world country at a five-star hotel and went to run a bath. The water switched to a rust color and then to a dark cola color. I realized in that moment that not any fancy marble, plush towels, or bottles of water that laid around the decadent bathroom could conceal the truth.”
Photos left to right: Sue’s trip to Cambodia to see Caring for Cambodia kids and the school where she and others helped fund UV water filtration system. And her gratitude cactus at her home in Austin, Texas.
“I feel like that moment was a blessing because whatever happened with the plumbing at the hotel was rare and not a normal experience for a guest...an accident. However, it was a reality check as to what was really happening to the people and city that I loved. ”
“About a year ago, I read Gilbert's memoir and almost felt like I was there watching him as a child go through so much just to get a bucket of water...but I imagine he was smiling and having fun while doing it. I’m a monthly donor because I believe in Gilbert and I believe that clean water shouldn’t be a privilege.”