- Author: Teresa Lavell
My Dad was able to find water with a divining rod. Sounds a bit far fetched, but it is true. It came in handy a time or two in his work as Director of Public Works. There are stories of when his crews would need guidance on where to dig for piping and Dad would pullout his divining rod and triangulate on the spot. Sure enough, that would be the right place. I saw him in action one time at our home. We had let a rather large area get thigh high in weeds. As a result none of us could find the pipe that we all knew was right there! With little fanfare, Dad showed us exactly where the pipe was hiding.
Turns out, I have inherited my father's skill. I do things a little differently, of course. My tool of choice is a shovel. Just this week, while dividing a plant, I found two pipes and promptly cut them both in half. Seems as though every time I dig a hole, I strike water. Some day I hope to use my power for good. Till then, I will be grateful that I took the irrigation class at Solano College, taught by Ken Williams, so that I can repair my finds!