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Dreamtime: 29 Fathoms

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Continuation of my dreamtime series, written upon waking from vivid dreaming...

I landed on the bottom of the deepest lake on earth My will to live had escaped me Eyes wide shut, tho my spirit remained Confused in death, much as in life Green specs of membrous memories floated under my eyelids Happy thoughts- skipping flat, smooth, dolomite discs Into Lake Superior, screaming "watch me, watch me" To mom & dad vigilant on the picnic bench above me Nodding their heads Eliciting roars of approval at 7-8-9 skips Before losing speed, distance and the will to go on Letting go, travelling to some distant universe Where another can hold such wonder in their hands Where another Can hold such wonder In their hands 11/29/18

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Jack Horne

Date: 1/29/2019 4:14:00 PM

wow, I'm glad I can never recall my dreams! Loved the powerful way you described it

James Marshall Goff
Date: 1/29/2019 5:15:00 PM

Thanks Jack!

Sara Kendrick

Date: 1/13/2019 6:54:00 AM

Scary dream. Enjoyed reading your dream life. Sara

James Marshall Goff
Date: 1/13/2019 7:01:00 AM

Holy Cow, Sara! Yes! as many do...I try to go to bed peaceful to prevent such! but often resolve deep subliminal messages like above! accurate review! glad you enjoyed!

Caycay Jennings

Date: 1/6/2019 4:04:00 PM

Wow, I just noticed Nette's comment! Do think it is an accident that the universe lead 2 people to share a same response with you concerning your writing?

James Marshall Goff
Date: 1/6/2019 4:17:00 PM

Thanks again CayCay! would love a larger audience! need to borrow a 'round-to-it!

Caycay Jennings

Date: 1/6/2019 4:02:00 PM

Wow, this is loaded with dramatic emotional upheavals on a non-stop basis capable of making a heart race. Your descriptive capabilities make me think you should write a book based on all your 'spills' combined into one. I do believe their is an audience for your talent. All the best .. CayCay

James Marshall Goff
Date: 1/6/2019 4:15:00 PM

Thank you, CayCay...I try to relate images to the readers that get inside my mind & all its frailities, always, with a release ending!

Nette Onclaud

Date: 1/5/2019 11:43:00 AM

and why not publish an anthology on dreams, jimbo?... may our friendship continue this 2019...keep on going!...huggs

James Marshall Goff
Date: 1/5/2019 12:36:00 PM

Good idea, Nette! Thank you!

Vladislav Raven

Date: 12/23/2018 6:01:00 AM

Hi James, I love the content on this piece. I was totally caught up within this write. From beginning to end, I was lost within the realism of the imagery your words did paint. An engaging, powerful piece James. Have a wonderful Sunday. Your friend always....Mike. Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas James. Hope you find all you wish in 2019.

James Marshall Goff
Date: 1/5/2019 12:36:00 PM

Thanks Mike!

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 12/20/2018 1:44:00 PM

Enjoyed the way your spirit lived on, even after reaching the greatest depths. There is a lesson we can learn here, Jim. Want to thank you for the card. Hope you have a great holiday season with your family. Hugs for you and your mom, Carolyn

James Marshall Goff
Date: 12/20/2018 1:48:00 PM

Thank you for your holiday greetings as well, Carolyn! Mom is fragile but in good spirits! will say hi!

Tim Smith

Date: 12/2/2018 8:25:00 PM

I love the lucidity of your dream Jimbo, I am a vivid dreamer and believe it or not have dreamt of things that have come to fruition.

James Marshall Goff
Date: 12/2/2018 8:48:00 PM

I believe it, Tim...Happy Holidays to you & yours, Tim, & may God shine His Light on you this new year...jimbo

Nette Onclaud

Date: 11/30/2018 1:08:00 PM

jimbo!...i am always enthralled by your intricate attention to details which makes your lovely works truly special... dream on, buddy...huggs

James Marshall Goff
Date: 12/2/2018 8:53:00 PM

Thank you for such steadfast support all these yrs, Nette...your kindness has always lifted my heart!

Arthur Vaso

Date: 11/30/2018 4:02:00 AM

A lot of what I write is not my views, is my dreams, I find it interesting to always be open an explore, I loved this poem!

James Marshall Goff
Date: 11/30/2018 9:25:00 AM

Thank you Sir Arthur!

Lawrence Sharp

Date: 11/29/2018 10:57:00 PM

Evocative of innocent childhood, laced with regretful maturity (if I'm interpreting it correctly). Great piece, James, very engaging.

James Marshall Goff
Date: 11/29/2018 11:30:00 PM

Absolutely! Lawrence!