Fragments Of A Dream
walked up to a
drive-thru kiosk
ordered a brew
walked away and noticed
five different diners
around the one kiosk
checked them all
but none had my order
what to do
walked away
after what seemed like
hours of scenic views
someone asked me
if I needed a ride
I said yes and climbed inside
driver seemed familiar
but couldn’t come up
with a name
dropped me near
a large highway
intersection
still had a hundred
miles to go
dream-miles, that is
walking through neighborhoods
that seemed familiar
but surely not mine
eyes fluttered open
as morning light gave
form to my room
stretched and swiveled
my feet out of bed
still remembered the dream
amazing
–LE – 10/22/25
PS: I mentioned to a friend recently that I haven’t had a bad dream in years and that I seldom remember dreams anyway. But when I do, they are usually pleasant. This one was surprising because not only did I remember it, but I can still see it (well, most of it — it has started to fade).
CynOp 
6 responses to “Fragments Of A Dream”
If I have an interesting dream, and can remember it on waking, whatever time that may be, I record a voice memo of it. My phone is always close at hand (I listen to an audiobook to help me fall asleep.) Some of my dreams have led to short stories, and one to a poem that is, if I remember correctly, around five pages long.
Kate
One of my favorites.
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When I was in college, I used to sleep with my mini-tape recorder in easy reach, but have been out of the habit for a long time. I’m pleased you like it, Kate!…; -)
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Beautifully surreal and reflective… like a journey between dreams and waking reality ….
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Roksana, thank you; I’m pleased you like it! And thanks for reading and commenting…; -)
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Loved the painting as well ….
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Roksana, again, thank you; I’m pleased…; -)
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