This is one of the Scout mottoes.
Every Scout knows that when you examine footmarks on the ground, you
should generally do so facing the sun, have them between you and the
light, and you will see them all the better.
But that is not the meaning of this text; it has a second and bigger
meaning.
It means that when there is any sunshine or brightness possible, look
out for it when you are in trouble or misfortune, and make the most of
it.
If you feel inclined to grumble at your lot because you have damaged
your leg and can't play in a game of football, think of other poor
cripples who never can play at all.
However down on your luck you may be, remember there is a bright
lining to every cloud. There is some brightness somewhere, if only you
look out for it and don't turn your back on it.
When things are looking their worst, and everybody is depressed, make
up your mind that you, at any rate, will be hopeful.
Try to see where there is hope.
Remember St. Paul said that God was the "God of Hope." Hope gives you
pluck and comfort at a bad time, and your hopefulness will comfort
others round you and nerve them to stick it out.
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