Hard Times

I realize that these are hard economic times, but I cannot understand the logic behind saving ice. Let me explain. Every time Moma finishes a drink, she rinses off her ice with great care, and puts her cup in the refrigerator. Then, she turns to me and says, "Don't let nobody throw my ice away". Hello????? ICE MELTS!!!!!!!!!!!! At first, I tried to reason with her. I explained that ice was NOT a problem. I told her that it would only melt in the refrigerator. All this to no avail. As I type, there is a cup of clean ice from supper in the 'fridge. Sigh..........