Awe Quote by Richard Wagamese
““Benjamin and I sat in the middle of one of the large canoes with our grandmother in the stern, directing us past shoals and through rapids and into magnificent stretches of water. One day the clouds hung low and light rain freckled the slate-grey water that peeled across our bow. The pellets of rain were warm and Benjamin and I caught them on our tongues as our grandmother laughed behind us. Our canoes skimmed along and as I watched the shoreline it seemed the land itself was in motion. The rocks lay lodged like hymns in the breast of it, and the trees bent upward in praise like crooked fingers. It was glorious. Ben felt it too. He looked at me with tears in his eyes, and I held his look a long time, drinking in the face of my brother.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Indian Horse by Richard Wagamese, 2012
A vivid memory of shared adventure and awe in nature, highlighting deep familial bonds and the transformative power of the natural world.
In simple terms: A brother and sister feel wonder together on a river, deepening their connection.
Key Takeaway
Cherish shared moments in nature.
Themes
family
nature
connection
wonder
memory
Mood
awe
reflective
nostalgic
Type
narrative
descriptive
poetic
When to use this quote
- river canoeing
- family outings
- reflective writing
- teaching children about nature
Key Concepts
nostalgia
spirituality
environmentalism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does nature shape your relationships?
- What moments have you shared that felt timeless?
A Different Perspective
The experience may romanticize hardship and overlook the dangers of river travel.
