Ten Things that Make You Hopeful Today

1. U2 -- I can see a line on the horizon

2. 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue -- Our common humanity always matters more

3. Sunflowers -- the organic form of the sun

4. 30 Rock -- it is good to know networks still have sense of humor and a heart

5. Tony Bennett -- when he sings 'put on a happy face'

6. Stephen Fry and Wikipedia --  knowledge should never be burdensome

7. Re-runs of the Friends -- we all need some

8. Rousseau and the West Wing - political idealism is a rare but a beautiful thing

9. The Daily Show with Jon Stewart -- fearless comedian is often the best

10. The Shawshank Redemption -- the last line was 'I hope'