Burial Quote by Alice Hoffman
““The burial crew found him at Sara’s grave one day that summer. Without bothering to ask permission from the town council, they buried him there, beside my sister. Everything was green. For me, this was the most beautiful time of the year in Berkshire County, before the leaves all turned color and dropped away. They say that dogs may dream, and when Topsy was old, his feet would move in his sleep. With his eyes closed he would often make a noise that sounded quite human, as if greeting someone in his dreams. At first it seemed that he believed Sara would return, but as the years went by I understood that his loyalty asked for no reward, and that love comes in unexpected forms. His wish was small, as hers had been—merely to be beside her.””
About This Quote
A story of a dog’s loyalty reveals love can appear in unexpected, selfless forms, transcending expectations.
In simple terms: Love can be unexpected and selfless.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and value quiet, loyal love.
Themes
loyalty
love
unexpected beauty
Mood
nostalgic
warm
Type
narrative
reflective
When to use this quote
- burial
- seasonal change
Key Concepts
animal companionship
grief
memory
Questions to Reflect On
- What quiet acts of loyalty have you witnessed?
- How do you honor unexpected love?
A Different Perspective
Love’s forms may be misunderstood without context.
