Dream

I was just married and my faceless lover and I were in this apartment with family, but family I didn't know. The room was simple and rustic with a wood stove and cots for sleeping clothed with patched quilts. There were plants everywhere and if you walked far enough to left of the room, the plants became more dense as though walking into a lush rainforest. My newly beloved was nude, as was I, but the feeling was that only we perceived each other that way. It was sensual not sexual, peaceful, so peaceful, and gentle. I didn't know my lover, but there was an air of familiarity. Every exchanged word, glance and touch was with a gentleness I have never experienced. We were walking about the room, unpacking, but always acutely aware of the others proximity. The room was warm with the burning wood stove. I don't remember the specific words exchanged or even a touch, but I felt that I was secure and loved, combined with the twinge of expectation. There was no conclusion, but I awoke with the beautiful a feeling of gentle peace. And so, I hit the snooze button and tried to return to no avail. It was a work day. I have returned to this dream several times throughout the day. I try to interpret it's meaning, but mostly, I just enjoy the lingering feeling.

Updates: I shared my story of Coco's rescue with the kids. Derek giggled and thought it was hilarious. Dalton smiled and asked me if we had to give Coco away now. I said no, but he has to be a big boy and take better care of his pet hermit crab. He can't wait to come home and see Coco safe and sound with his own eyes. I'm so happy for my son's joy, for Coco's well-being, and for my sweet smelling deadhermitcrabstench-free home.

Sweet dreams all. I truly mean that.