Sunday, September 10, 2006

welcome home

while you were gone i had a dream where i was inside a building at a big reception. there was lots of noise and lots of people. it was stressful. every time i got tired i'd head outside to a big beautiful wraparound deck where you were standing with a row of guys talking and laughing. i'd slide up and join you without interrupting your flow. then i'd wrap my arms around your slender waist, tuck my head into your chest, and just hug you. you hugged me back, and i'd just sit there and rest for a little while, recharging. you kept talking and laughing. i had one ear pressed against your chest so i could feel your heart beat and your voice echo and vibrate inside of you. you were so relaxed. you had such a calming, grounding effect on me. it was great.

since then i imagine that embrace every time i get really stressed.