Hope

'Hope' - now there's a word! 

 What is Hope - is it the expectation of something good to come? Is it a wish for a dream to come true? Or is it another word for a silent prayer?

 As we approach Christmas there are many excited children who 'hope' for a glimpse of Santa- or hope to hear the sleigh bells!

 There maybe many of us who 'hope' that we can enjoy a family Christmas.

 Some may 'hope' that a loved one is home for Christmas! Some may 'hope' that a loved one survives - and not just for Christmas!

 The people living in the Phillipines are probably hoping for a new future.

 Whatever you are hoping for whether it be 5 minutes of quiet  -- or World Peace-- praying is more likely to work than hoping!!