If you wake up with any optimism in your hearts, you might like to look at pictures from my hometown.

http://www.rebuilding-manchester.co.uk/photos/

It was "only" a building that was bombed and thankfully no-one lost their life, although livelihoods were affected for many. I'm not sure if the hope for the future of the city is misplaced but I know that people are doing their best as I see those in New York trying to pick through the ashes.