oh antic God return to me my mother in her thirties leaned…
““oh antic God return to me my mother in her thirties leaned across the front porch the huge pillow of her breasts pressing against the rail summoning me in for bed. I am almost the dead woman’s age times two. I can barely recall her song the scent of her hands though her wild hair scratches my dreams at night. return to me, oh Lord of then and now, my mother’s calling, her young voice humming my name.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A plea to a divine figure for reconnection with a mother’s youthful presence, blending longing and reverence.
In simple terms: Yearning for a mother’s youthful love and guidance.
Key Takeaway
Seek connection with nurturing influences.
Themes
longing
spirituality
family
Mood
nostalgic
poetic
reflective
Type
poetry
personal
spiritual
When to use this quote
- grief processing
- spiritual practice
- creative writing
Key Concepts
mythology
memory
identity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does the mother’s youthful image affect your sense of loss?
- What does the divine address symbolize?
A Different Perspective
The imagery may be too abstract for some readers.