Constraints Of Love Analysis

Marian Keyes once said, “Some think love can be measured by the amount of butterflies in their tummy. Others think love can be measured in bunches of flowers, or by using the words ‘for ever.’ But love can only truly be measured by actions. It can be a small thing, such as peeling an orange for a person you love because you know they don’t like doing it.” This demonstrates that love can not only be measured in words but in actions too. Likewise, in Joseph Boyden's Through Black Spruce uses the relationships in the novel to illustrate the bonds that exist between family members goes beyond the physical constraints of life. This is represented through Annie's connection with her uncle Will. Will’s protection of his family against the antagonist …show more content…
“Have you been talking to him,” asks Eva. “That’s, even more, weird,” says Annie. “It’s like talking to a dead person” (Boyden 7). Annie is reluctant to talk to her uncle, as she believes it is strange to talk to someone who is in a coma because no matter what they say the person in the coma will not be able to respond. She also questions, what are the benefits of her talking to her uncle in a comatose state and how does her uncle benefit from Annie talking to him. However, Annie has a natural bond with her uncle that forces Annie to talk to her uncle Will. In addition, Annie realizes that Eva makes a good point regarding talking to Will in his comatose state. Annie mentions, “there is something nice about having a friend who never talks back, who is always forced to listen” (Boyden 11). Will is in a coma and he cannot speak, however, Annie’s connection with her uncle is shown as they both are clearly aware that they both have each other in times of need. Annie points out that it is nice when you have a friend who cannot talks and they are forced to listen because even though they can hear you, they provide support and you know