SunBreak!

Amidst all the turmoil of recent events it's hard to think beyond the devastation. Though after seeing interviews with several Japanese who were able to muster a smile, I had to think hopeful thoughts. 
Days and days of rain and the forecast shows nothing but rain for the next 10 days. However, what the weather people fail to show is the forecast of sun breaks! Where the dark clouds that shield the earth from the heavenly rays split for a moment or two and allow inspiration and a feeling of hope to grace the soul. It doesn't take long for the feeling of doom and gloom to be replaced by a glimmer of hope with just a few minutes of sunshine. Likewise I can only hope that those folks in Japan and in New Zealand are able to glean hope from the sun and feel the prayers that have been directed their way. 

A sun break above the yard, for those who aren't sure what a sun break is :) Just enough to make me hopeful and looking forward to Spring. What makes you feel hopeful during the doldrums between Winter and Spring??