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I am dedicating this post in honor of the upcoming World Water Day (22 March). The first World Water Day was in 1993. The United Nations General Assembly designated 22 March as World Water Day. Since its inception, World Water Day is celebrated around the world, drawing attention to various water related issues.

This year’s theme is “Water Is” Check out the video below for more details.

I love this theme. It is important to step back and take a moment to ponder what does water mean to us and our lives. Water holds such incredible value. Many times we take it for granted that there is fresh water available to us. We have clean water to drink, clean with, and cook with. However, there are many who are not as fortunate. For instance, “1 in 9 people lack access to safe water” (Water.org).

Check out this video by Water.org

Water is… everything. Water is life. Water is at the heart of our survival.

Conservation International has created an incredible short video raising awareness about the importance of water.

When it comes to environmental issues, sometimes I find it easiest to put my thoughts into words- into art. Last year, I wrote a poem, “Ticktock, Drip Drop” expressing my view on water related issues. My hope is for this poem to raise awareness.

Ticktock, Drip Drop