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Hope.
Such a small little word. Such a huge concept. Such a beautiful name.
Katharine Hope McPhee.
Her little known middle name, given by parents with hopes of their own, defines for me just what she has become over the last few months. The very idea that her name is so descriptive of what she gives to so many has renewed my faith in the powers that be and the way that destiny and life work hand in hand to define purpose.
A few of the many things her middle name means to me:
Hope for the young girls and women who wish to pursue their dreams, and wonder if such a thing is possible.
Hope for the many who face life's challenges with dedication and hard work, and wonder if anyone is paying attention.
Hope for the criticized, who wonder if it is possible to carry on when feeling so dejected.
Hope for those who suffer from health issues, and wonder if they will ever be healthy again.
Hope for the ones who suffer from self-image problems, and wonder if anyone will ever see them for who they really are.
Hope for parents who question where society is going today, and wonder if there is room anymore for good children.
Hope for people who have almost given up on the ideas of goodness and character, and wonder if there is any left to be found.
Hope for some who strive day to day in drudgery, and wonder if work and fun can be enjoyed at the same time.
Hope for those who compete and just miss the mark, and wonder if their life will forever be defined by the loss.
Hope for the discouraged, who wonder if trying one more time is really worth the effort.
I have seen Katharine's role in each of these issues, and I have seen her overcome each one with grace and determination. I’m sure that each of you see hope in many other ways that further define just what Katharine means to you. Share your hope, and get busy making it a reality.
Her middle name is her defining character. Her middle name is the beacon that shines for others looking to avoid the rocks that life places in the entrances to our safe harbors. Her middle name is the most important thing that Katharine gives to all of us.