Hope

"If I had been less- less fortunate, the world would call it; if some obscure and peaceful life had been my destiny; if I had been poor, sick, helpless; would you have turned from me then? Or has my probable advancement to riches and honour, given this scruple birth?"
- Oliver Twist, Ch. 28

I thought of Oliver Twist the first time I saw this picture. Needless to say, I didn't think twice and the next time I blinked I was already opening Illustrator and Photoshop.

It's quite ironical that, even though my adored friend Manda's competition is "gift" themed I made a poverty related vexel. But after all, it makes sense... because the most wonderful gifts I've ever received are not exactly material. My wonderful friends, my family, my boyfriend, a good time...

I dedicate this vexel to all my beloved friends around Deviantart.

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