Three Dreams

As a child I had recurring dreams
Of Indians, death and gorilla themes.

The Indians rode on painted ponies,
So real they seemed, they couldn't be phonies.

Turned out they were real and scouts to boot,
My Dad was tapped out, ain't that a hoot!

The gorillas were loud and right outside,
I cried to Mom, I had to confide.

One morning she woke me and said "Listen up!"
My gorilla was only two bird dog pups!

But the worst of all was my dream of death,
I was dying or dead and couldn't catch breath!

Just how would I die and when would it be?
Turns out I'd have to wait years to see.

Mom said, "Never fear, for Jesus is here."
"Just pray to The Lord, and keep Jesus near."

Soon the dreams faded, gone from my life. 
Understanding my dreams, had lifted my strife.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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August 25, 2013 at 5:17 PM
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June 13, 2013 at 8:15 PM
Hello Ray, stopping by this poem again. the dreams you describe in your poem, are telling you something. I am glad you had your mother who thought you not to fear. a wonderful poem, glad you had the light showing you the way..... Always ~ LINDA
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June 12, 2013 at 1:12 PM
My mum always taught us to call on the name of God if we were afraid you captured this well xx
Dietrich Avatar
June 6, 2013 at 6:43 PM
hey, what a great idea for a poem. This was very nice, Ray. was there a contest on dreams, or you just thought to do it! Nice seeing you here today. luv, Andrea
A   Avatar
June 6, 2013 at 11:45 AM
This is me PD... I am going by my middle name.... for a while Ray, i dropped the pd name 3 days ago... thought i'd give my Texan name a try... xxooxx Linda
Dillard Avatar
June 6, 2013 at 12:08 PM
As long as you keep writing with the same heart then go for it. And the poets now might cry,"Remember The Poet Destroyer"! Your poetry will tell them why! RAY
Richards Avatar
May 27, 2013 at 9:06 AM
Your mother had to perfect antidote for any child's nightmare.........endearing and heartfelt solution to anyone having bad dreams. :)
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