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Dream Catchers

Some Native Americans it seems
believe that the air is filled
with good and bad dreams..
The legend states that when one sleeps,
a dream catcher will trap the bad ones that seep.
Place a dream catcher at the head of your bed
and trap the bad ones in it's web..
The good dream will pass thru it's center hole,
bring peace and comfort to the slumbering soul.

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Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 11/16/2023 3:42:00 PM

Hi Nancy, The title of your poem got my attention - what an interesting concept about good dreams and bad dreams. Actually, probably last year I wrote a poem myself on "Dream Catchers" - I saw a picture, but did not know the real significance. Thank you for stopping by and leaving a touching comment for my poem.

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 11/19/2023 4:06:00 AM

Dear Malabika, Your poetry is exceptional dear poetess. I don't have the attention span nor patience to write like so many others on this site do. I belong to a couple Native American charities, so I receive a lot of Dream Catchers.

Susan Lawrence

Date: 11/16/2023 8:04:00 AM

Hi Nancy . I love your poem about the dream catchers.I learned something new. I’ve spent time with the Apaches in eastern Arizona documenting their coming-of-age ceremony of young girls for many years and it’s always been such a gift to be with them. I noticed below that you’ve spent time with the Hopi., Thank you for your visit to my poem, and I look forward to reading more of yours too. All the best, Susan. :)

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 11/19/2023 4:02:00 AM

Dear Susan, I only spent one week with the Hopi's in 2005 thru the Elder Hostel project. My friend Linda and I worked in the school system there for a week only. It was winter and the week before a major celebration. It was a privilege and a treasured memory for me. Happy Thanksgiving.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 11/16/2023 7:13:00 AM

I enjoyed your "Dream Catchers" write. I have heard this about dreams for many year. It is a nice thought. Have a great day........

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 11/19/2023 4:06:00 AM

Glad you liked it Paula. Happy Thanksgiving toyou.

Bill Baker

Date: 11/15/2023 9:26:00 PM

Sounds good to me, Nancy. I'm all in! Bill

Ink Empress

Date: 11/15/2023 11:08:00 AM

Dreamcatchers are gorgeous arent they, thats a comforting thought though to believe they will trap all the bad energy. I didnt know about this though. Insightful read this is. Always a pleasure reading you. Sending you light always

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 11/15/2023 1:11:00 PM

One of my few charities sends me them in the mail every few months and that was my motivation to write about them today. I'll be happy to send you a few in you want one. God bless you Ms. Ink and have a great evening.

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 11/15/2023 11:01:00 AM

Hello Nancey, I have a dream catcher. I use to have bad dreams. since I have the dream catcher i no longer have bad dreams. Hugs /Darlene/

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 11/16/2023 10:41:00 AM

Hello Nancy, I have had some nightmares since i have I the dreamcatcher , I no longer have nightmares.. Enjoy your day my friend. Hugs. /Darlene/

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 11/15/2023 1:13:00 PM

Wow Darlene, I guess it's more then just a myth then. I think I will put mine over my headboard near my picture of Jesus where his eyes follow me through out my bedroom. Great idea. I have few nightmares though, just daymares. LOL

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 11/15/2023 7:03:00 AM

Nancy, your poem beautifully encapsulates the mystical allure of Native American folklore. Your words weave a captivating narrative that transports the reader into a world where dreams hold tangible power. The rhythm and flow of your verses echo the soothing motion of a dream catcher swaying in the night, promising peace and comfort to the slumbering soul. Excellent work, my friend! - Blessings, Daniel

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 11/16/2023 4:16:00 AM

Hi Daniel, Check out elder hostel on line. It's a service project. When I volunteered with my massage friend we worked in the Hopi Reservation school for a week. It's about 2 hrs. north of Flagstaff Arizona. They have lots of other options also.

Daniel Henry Rodgers
Date: 11/15/2023 1:18:00 PM

Hello Nancy, I would be interested in helping. Is there a place to get information online? Thanks!!

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 11/15/2023 1:15:00 PM

Dear Daniel, I appreciate your visit and the lovely comments you left, way too flattering for such a quick write. I worked with the Hopi Indians in 2005 in Arizona as a part of the Elder Hostel program. Great experience if your up for it and they feed you very well.

Daniel Turner

Date: 11/15/2023 6:37:00 AM

Nice poem, great subject, Nancy. Sadly, some native Americans trusted the white man.

Nancy Kaufman
Date: 11/15/2023 1:16:00 PM

Hi Daniel, I am very pleased that you have returned from your sabbatical and look forward to continuing reading your poetry. God bless and thanks for commenting.