by Lawrence J. J. Leonard
“Allegory of hope” Francesco Guardi 1747
In speaking English or learning to speak it, there are some idiomatic phrases which take on certain meanings.
Expressions and exclamations are usually formed when certain words become more commonly used by active groups or pockets of society.
This makes the language more useful and in some cases more colorful and expressive.
More people are then very willing to use a new expression in regular conversation because it is helpful in conveying the meaning of something important.
The subject of much contemplation this summer I am concentrating on is hope.
Hope is defined as “the feeling that what is wanted – can be had.
Also, it can mean that what is wanted will turn out for the best.”
What is it about hope that causes us to feel optimistic?
