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“Lances, leaning like drunken soldiers standing guard, lined the perimeter of the property, feathers fluttering, their slender shafts black lines in the moonlight. Henry had learned his lesson after the Comancheros’ visit. This time he had let the lances be. Loretta wondered which was Hunter’s. If…” quote by Catherine Anderson
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““Lances, leaning like drunken soldiers standing guard, lined the perimeter of the property, feathers fluttering, their slender shafts black lines in the moonlight. Henry had learned his lesson after the Comancheros’ visit. This time he had let the lances be. Loretta wondered which was Hunter’s. If she knew, she could take it inside and keep it in the loft. A keepsake for her baby. The child might never have anything else. Tipping her head back, she studied the moon. Mother Moon, Hunter called it. The wind caressed her cheeks. Loretta closed her eyes, thinking of the four directions. Below her was Mother Earth. Come morning, Father Sun would show his face in the east. A primitive man’s gods? Loretta smiled. Hunter worshiped the creations of God, the visible signs of His greatness. One God with many faces, whom they each addressed in different ways. Was Hunter out there somewhere, looking up? She wondered. Was he praying? Please, Mother Moon, let him be all right. Lead him in a great circle back to me. Aloud, she whispered, “I love you, Hunter. I need you. Your child needs you.” She hoped her words would float on the wind and speak to him. Tomorrow, when the sun rose, she prayed the golden light would remind him of her, his bright one. Come back to me, Hunter. ””

Catherine Anderson

About This Quote

The narrative depicts Loretta praying to celestial forces for Hunter’s safety, reflecting a blend of indigenous and monotheistic spiritual imagery and deep maternal love.

In simple terms: Loretta prays to the moon and sun for Hunter.

Key Takeaway

Trust in the power of heartfelt prayer.

Themes

family faith nature love spirituality

Mood

emotional hopeful reflective

Type

poetic spiritual

When to use this quote

  • parenting
  • grief
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

animism syncretism maternal devotion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does prayer shape your coping with loss?
  • What role do natural symbols play in your spirituality?
A Different Perspective

It may assume a universal response to prayer.

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