I know the theme is, “finding hope in dark times can bring you light.” Because when Henry is waiting for Keiko she never comes. But Ethel comes instead and that gives him hope that it will be okay to live without Keiko. Then it turns out that Ethel and Henry get married and they live in the brightness of being happy and loving each other. Hope helps Henry push through the sorrow of missing Keiko and be able to live his days full of happiness. One quote from the text that shows hope is “...he couldn't help but notice her earnest, hopeful, fragile smile. “Thank you” Henry was touched. His disappointment melted away.” This quote describes the theme because Ethel was able to bring Henry happiness even when Keiko was gone.
