Complex Dream

Gold cherry

By skinner_jennifer

Tue, 07 May 2024
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20 comments
 

Asleep behind tired eyes,

fringed only in absence of

familiar influences that

scatter upon dreams.

 

Along swallowed road,

journey layered with

actions of others changing

events – diverting my course,

 

catching me at a disadvantage,

expanding each intrepid step

I was not intimidated; more

preoccupied with fascination.

 

There was no hurry, but I would

have loved to recall those faces

before they slipped away between

hazy visions and waking.

 

Strangers now passing; I follow

them swiftly glimpsing the other

side, but recognize nothing; not

even trying to traverse a memory.

 

Thoughts took me down alleyways,

sound of voices grasped my attention;

transported that moment and I slipped

gradually through time,

 

found myself wandering an indoor

market, sights and sounds drew me

to Kashmir; where incense lingered

invoking heady atmosphere,

 

host of interesting trinkets...silks of

red, yellow and gold. Lanterns hung

in sudden darkness radiating soft

lighting.

 

Observing transformation; flames

crackled from an open fire, how

did I reach this smoky tavern,

where folks supped ale?

 

I had acquired a hidden talent,

where upon my feet began to

rise; I'm able to float towards

an open door.

 

Taking my leave, diversion I must

confess is a mystery; trying to

figure out the road ahead, gesturing

to a bright green bus.

 

Climbing aboard; strange woman

in a white apron is plucking feathers

from a dead chicken...I'm puzzled

by her eccentricity.

 

Where am I going? I ask myself.

Now that's something to lament,

as tears fill my eyes struggling

with feelings of loss.

 

Taking steps, pressing button; we

come to a halt, stepping off having

no idea of the way home, with

hesitation soldiering on.

 

Coming to a corner, I was struck

with instant surprise, gripping wall

that appeared, my eyes registered a

sight to behold;

 

Bristol suspension bridge – there it

hung in mid air, an engineering of

genius. I felt its familiarity grounding

me.

 

For the first time this spirit was not

confused. Departing my dream in

peace, as I opened my eyes to a brand

new day.

 

This was a strange dream I had,

that I clearly remember and

wrote down upon waking.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Certificate PG
Poem
Spiritual
Surreal
Travel
Autobiography

Comments

Submitted by Insertponceyfre... on

That's some dream Jenny!

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Many thanks for reading and leaving a comment insert. I agree it was some dream.

Also thank you so much for the cherries, they were such a nice surprise.

Jenny. smiley.

 

Submitted by celticman on

A foreign yet familiar dream? 

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Jack, 

I always like how dreams can take you from one place to another in seconds, it's so fascinating.

They can seem so long, but probably things happen just before you wake up.

Appreciate the read and many thanks for your thoughts.

Jenny. smiley

 

 

Submitted by marandina on

Kashmir and the Clifton Suspension Bridge in the same dream. Sounds like your subconscious is encouraging you to go on a journey. Dreams are always fascinating to capture so well done for turning yours into an intriguing one :)

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Paul,

I never thought of the fact my dream could be telling me to go on a journey. that's such a great explanation. The fact that we have no control on what we dream is so exciting. It's being able to do things that in reality we could never do, like floating or flying. 

I just had to write about this one, because it was so vivid. That's very kind of you to let me know you found it intriguing. It's always great to hear from you and I'm grateful for your feedback.

Many thanks.

Jenny. smiley

 

Submitted by marandina on

Dreams can be wonderful things and spirit us away to another place and time. I really enjoyed this.

It's our Facebook and X/Twitter Pick of the Day. Congratulations, Jenny.

I have added a picture of the fabulous Clifton Suspension Bridge to promote your piece on social media. If you prefer to use another image just let me have the link and confirmation that it's copyright free and I will update.

Best wishes, Paul

 

 

 

 

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Wow! I'm over the moon Paul. Not only for getting pick of the day, but the photo is perfect, it's exactly as I saw the bridge in my dream. You couldn't have picked a better scene. Thank you so, so much for making my day.

Best wishes to you too,

from a smiling Jenny. smiley

 

Submitted by Insertponceyfre... on

Congratulations Jenny! It just goes to show that it's definitely worth keeping a pen and paper by your bed for when you wake up!

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Thank you insert, I shall sleep well tonight.

Jenny. smiley

 

Submitted by Jane Hyphen on

That sounds similar to some of my dreams, Jenny. In many ways they're so much more exciting than real life and are to be appreciated. It sounds almost like you went around the world. Some people say that the faces you see in your dreams are people you've seen in real life. I'm not sure if this is true but it's fascinating isn't it, especially when you can see so much detail in their features.

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Jane,

you know, I'm inclined to agree with you about the faces of people we dream about. Sometimes they're familiar, but then there are those faces you just can't fathom. I had a dream last night, that I was in a basement and there was this fire burning and someone was lying under a cover on a mattress on the floor, I could hear her snoring. I pulled the cover back and there was this very frail woman. She woke up and seemed scared. She quickly came to standing and asked what we were doing, and said she was homeless and had terrible toothache and needed a dentist, but couldn't afford one. Trouble was I woke up, so never found out what happened to her.

The woman never had any connection to anything I'd seen on tv, or in real life, and I never recognized her as anyone I knew, so this was a very strange dream again.

I'm glad you too have these vivid dreams. It must be our vivid imaginations working overtime. wink Many thanks for stopping by to read, and share your thoughts, it's always greatly appreciated.

Jenny. smiley

 

Submitted by Turlough on

It's incredible the weird and wonderful places that dreams take us. Sometimes they take me to places I've been to in the past and sometimes they take me to places I've never been but which I've dreamed about in the past.

I wish there was someone in my dreams who could tell me to take notes. The best dreams always seem to be forgotten by the time I've rubbed my eyes and put the kettle on.

Your poem is an interesting read Jenny. I hope you dream more.

Turlough

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Turlough,

you know it's such a blessing to have a place like abc tales to write about dreams, and have them read by other readers that understand the value of these adventures into the unknown. I agree it would be wonderful to recall every dream.

There are so many dreams that disappear, or seem like a jumbled up tapestry, then there are others that reflect on people or places from the past. But some dreams like this one actually feel like I'm watching a movie, and although I can't see myself, I know I'm there involved in the whole scene. 

Some of the best dreams are when I'm flying, normally it's like swimming breast stroke through the air. I can feel myself taking off and rising high and have to really push though the air.

It's  always good to know that others have these strange dreams. I enjoyed reading your comment. I hope you manage to capture your own dreams down on paper...you never know where they might take you. wink

Thanks again for sharing and reading this complex dream.

Jenny. smiley

 

Submitted by Turlough on

Many of my dreams are about going back to work at one of the many jobs I've had in my life. Potentially nightmares but they seem to be happier than when I was there in real life.

Priyatelkata has built a website about dreams. She's no real expert but she's very interested by them and it earns her a little cash by allowing Google to push their awful adverts on to it. Trouble is, it's all written in French so I rarely look at it. 

Fly safely dear Jenny!

Turlough

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Turlough,

thank you for your interesting read. It's a fact that when you've had such an interesting life, that many of your experiences are likely to rise from your subconscious into dreams. 

That's fascinating that Priyatelkata is interested in dreams. I have quite a few books on the subject. But the one thing I do know is, that your own dreams are completely original and yours alone. It's good that we're all so different, makes for an entertaining night of adventure.

I will most certainly fly safely and thank you again.

Jenny. smiley

 

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

You do seem able to remember your complex dreams, Jenny! I thought rather than telling you to go on a journey, it was a way to enjoy multiple journeys that you are now unlikely to venture on, on such flying visits too!

My mother-in-law as she got older used to confuse things she'd dreamt or watched with experiences she'd really had. She told my son about visiting America on a boat, and I don't think she'd ever been out of Britain except for a trip to family in Switzerland briefly! Rhiannon

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Rhiannon,

they say that when we dream, it's just before awaking. A dream that can seem really long, maybe only lasted about a minute or two. I don't always recall all dreams, but some seem to stand out more than others. I think you're probably right when you say it's about enjoying multiple journeys that I'm unlikely to venture out on again.

I hope your mother-in-law found happiness in her experiences, whether they were real or not.  We all need that escape.

Thank you for commenting Rhiannon, and sharing your thoughts.

Jenny. smiley

 

Submitted by memphis on

And remember everything in detail Wow! What a dream.

William E Alexander

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hello Wiliiam, 

dreams recalled now always give a fascination for me. When I was young dreams didn't seem so intriguing, I suppose that's because I was too busy living the dream. It's nice to be able to escape into a world I have no control over, where anything is possible.

Many thanks for reading and taking the time to comment, it's much appreciated.

Jenny. smiley