Lentil Soup

Leftover hambone with little meat shards still on it
6-8 c. water
2-3 carrots, chopped
2 celery, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1-2 tsp. salt
1 tsp sugar
1/4 tsp pepper
1 bay leaf

Bring all ingredients to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2- 4 hours. Remove ham bone and take any meat that was on it off. Return the meat to the soup. Simmer til you serve.