Hooves Quote by Maggie Steifvater
““The irresistible ocean sucks around his hooves. But still he looks over his withers at me and he wails, again and again. The hair on my arms stands with his call. I know he wants me to go to him, but I can't go with him where he needs to go. Corr falls silent when I do not come to him. He looks back out to the endless horizon. I see him lift a hoof and put it back down. He tests his weight again. Then Corr turns, stepping out of the ocean. His head jerks up when his injured leg touches the ground, but he takes another labored step before keening to me again Corr takes another step away from the November sea. And another. He is slow, and the sea sings to us both, but he returns to me.””
About This Quote
A wounded horse struggles yet persists, reflecting perseverance amid hardship.
In simple terms: Even wounded, the horse keeps trying.
Key Takeaway
Persist despite pain and obstacles.
Themes
resilience
nature
animal symbolism
perseverance
Mood
somber
hopeful
Type
narrative
allegory
When to use this quote
- storytelling
- motivational speaking
- therapy
Key Concepts
psychology
literature
mythology
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the horse represent for you?
- How do you support yourself when wounded?
A Different Perspective
Romanticizing suffering can ignore needed care.
