That's terrible Carol, I knew it was dry there but I didn't realize you'd only gotten 1.97" since July. I guess we are in a bit better shape than you are at least I still have green grass in my yard. I was tempted to cut it the other day when it was warm but I figured since it's winter grass it will die off when it freezes. I've got some of the large tubs with rope handles that I picked up at Walmart. I use one for my bleach/water pot cleaning tub. I have several more I'll try setting them out the next time it's supposed to rain and see what happens. Only problem is that until they get so full they may blow away.