We Used To Laugh At The Idea of Bottled Water

I remember the time when we laughed at the idea of buying bottled water.  We scoffed at the concept of water being bottled and sold as commodity.  Why should we buy such a ridiculous product?  we can drink straight from the faucet!  And even if you are uneasy with drinking straight from the tap, there are water filters that you can use.  We had one installed in our house when I was younger.  But now, bottled water is a huge industry and does not seem to be slowing down.

Is it because water from the faucet is not potable?  Well, according to the authorities it is.  But if you've seen the condition of the pipes that are used to run water from the filtration plants to the houses, you'd think twice before drinking from the tap.  It is fascinating to think that our planet is covered by a lot of water.  And what's even more amazing is that in spite of this, we are willing to pay a lot for bottled drinks.

Every drop counts and at the rate pollution and destruction is happening, I am afraid that sooner than later, we will find our selves without water to drink.  In fact, many places on earth have scarcely enough water for the day.  It is truly ironic to live in a planet covered by water and yet there are people who are dying of thirst.