Bounds Quote by Patricia McConnell
“There's a stone I had made for Luke at the top of the hill road, where the pasture opens wide and the setting sun highlights the words carved into its face. "That'll do, Luke, that'll do." The words are said to working dogs all over the world when the chores are done and the flock is settled: "That'll do dog, come home now, your work is done." Luke's work is done too. He took my heart and ran with it, and he's running still, fast and strong, a piece of my heart bound up with his, forever.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Reflections on Working Dogs, Patricia McConnell, 2010
The narrator uses a stone marker to symbolize completion of a dog's work and the enduring bond with a loved one.
In simple terms: A stone marks a dog's job done and a lasting love.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and honor completed work and love.
Themes
gratitude
completion
bond
memory
Mood
nostalgic
reflective
Type
emotional
reflective
When to use this quote
- dog training
- farm life
- personal loss
- celebrations
Key Concepts
animal companionship
emotional attachment
rituals
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you commemorate endings?
- What rituals help you process love?
A Different Perspective
Memorials may not fully heal grief.
