My mother went to Africa in February. She sponsors a child there through the group Compassion. Their local newspaper just did an article on her trip. If you are interested in reading it, go here: http://www.yorknewstimes.com/stories/040108/localnews_compassionaf.shtml
It is amazing what we take for granted. Little everyday things that when used up or contaminated or turned off have devastating results. Usually our first reaction is not “how will we survive?” but “how will I take my shower?!” or “I can’t check my email now!”. We take for granted that even when something is taken away, it is only temporary, and hey.. we can always go somewhere else that does have what we are missing.
Today, take a little time to be thankful for what you have. Not only are our basic needs met, but most of us has family and/or friends to help us through the hard times. Be sure to say thank you (although you may not want to say it today if you don’t usually say mushy stuff like that, they may think you are playing an April Fool’s joke). 
May your April be warm and beautiful and full of love.