For Jupiter sometimes grew tired of Juno, and wished to be alone. […] Your foliage shall be used to crown the heads of victors, and shall be green alike in summer and in winter.” […] There were monsters and dragons and giants and other horrible creatures to be killed, and fleet horses and fierce animals to be captured, and many bloody battles to be fought, before the brave man could gain his freedom. […] Every morning, she went to the temple of Juno and prayed that her husband’s life might be spared, and that he might soon be restored to her. […] Then the halcyon birds may be seen floating on the quiet waters.