131 of 365 - Hope springs eternal

There is a new theme in our photographers' group this week: Hope. An abstraction that some in our group were having a hard time concepting how to photograph. This morning at the Farmers Market, I couldn't help but see 'hope' all around. 

Every seedling bought was an act of hope that it will flower or fruit. This photo is one vendor selling the hope of what the buyer's tomatoes will look like in a few months, if she purchases his seedlings!

The capital steps are lined with people of hope; advocates of many causes are lined up to spread their hope of a betterment in whatever way they define it. Here is a man looking to become a candidate. Democracy is hope: the politicians hope they will get support; the voters hope they choose the candidate who will help them!

Not photoed was the hope of the new father kissing his child's head, the two year old running to catch the ball he had thrown into the air, the elderly woman hoping to make it through the crowd with her walker, and all of us hoping to find the perfect foods for dinner tonight! And remember...

Every day begins with an act of courage and hope: getting out of bed.
Mason Cooley