Embraced Quote by Sherryl Jordan
““I want you to come with me when i go. But maybe you will not see your cave again, or the stonee rings where we danced. We will maybe not stay near the sea. Will you be happy? If I can see your face, he signed, I'll be happy. he embraced her again. For a long time they stayed with their arms about each other, and Marnie did not notice that the potatoes in the embers were burning black, or that the rabbit had jumped out of its box and was drinking the cup of ale she had placed on the hearth to warm for Father Brannan.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Stonecutter's Tale by Sherryl Jordan, 1995
A tender, surreal scene where love and companionship persist despite uncertainty and looming loss.
In simple terms: Love endures amid uncertainty.
Key Takeaway
Cherish present moments.
Themes
love
uncertainty
companionship
memory
Mood
nostalgic
reflective
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- family dinner
- night watch
- comfort in crisis
- shared silence
Key Concepts
surrealism
intimacy
impermanence
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the burning pot symbolize?
- How do you stay present when future feels unclear?
A Different Perspective
The abstract language may obscure concrete meaning for some readers.
