Dreams

Above all terms and factions such as good, evil, left, right, gods, and monsters; there are champions who redefine humanity itself. Think I'm just another random who thinks they get it? Let's see.

A lot of people these days believe that our freedom is scarce. They believe that only a certain number of people or truly aware of the totality of the world around them. Only a few of us are truly awake and alive. There are people who prefer to keep things simple and not think about these things. I am obviously not one of them or I wouldn't saying any of this. I wonder how awake I am and maybe through my words you may find out a thing or two about yourself. Most may think I am just some guy who thinks they understand people and the world more than most. Some may think I'm on the right track. For now, indulge me for a moment or two. Put your beliefs aside and allow me to tell you a story. It' won't be a long one. Who it's about doesn't matter. What will matter is what you take away from it. The meaning of the story and what it means is truly about is up to you.

I open my eyes for what feels like the first time. Although I am old enough for it to be my millionth. I hardly remember any of the times I awoke before now. At the same time, I find I don't much care. My home feels as familiar to me as a child does to their parents. I find myself outside and the sun feels so warm and wonderful. I am greeted by close friends. I couldn't tell you how we know each other. All I know is we would all die for each other. Our smiles and words towards one another are as pure as light itself. I am happy. There are little to no memories of my past and I give no thought towards the future. My mind is only focused on the present. There are a few dreams I remember vividly. At least I think they are dreams. In one I am involved in a conflict of epic proportions. In my hand a sword I don't believe I have ever owned and yet it feels that I am meant to wield it.

In another dream I am with a girl. She had long black hair and eyes the color of sage. She refuses to leave my side. She says I saved her life. I don't give any of these dreams much thought.

Me and my friends go shopping for who knows what at the local mall. Man, I love the mall. Something about it just brightens my day more than it already was. It may be the atmosphere. Everyone so carefree. Everyone just enjoying themselves in the moment. Making memories and eating delicious food. I love it all. On one trip I manage to get my hands on Captain America's shield. I don't recall any special items my friends may have purchased. I do know they were all as happy as I was. We did get these perfect smoothies. Strawberry Banana. So good. We would then go to the bookstore. I had to take a look at whatever comics they had in stock. My primary target was Spider-Man. Although there were some Star Wars books that caught my eye as well. One of my friends was glued to the D&D section. We need to get a game going one of these days.

Fast forward an amount of time that I'm afraid I'm not sure of and I'm accompanying a girl who is part of band in college. I don't remember why I was initially there just that I agreed to not leave her alone. After some time, we left in her car. I couldn't tell you if I brought mine. Then again, I 'm not sure If I have one at all. Curious. Aside from that we pleasant conversation about our taste in music. Different bands, genres, and favorite artist. We stopped my what I am pretty sure was Mcdonald's and grabbed some chicken nuggets. Can't go wrong with nuggets. We proceeded to spend what felt like the rest of the night hanging out and talking. Damn. Why can't I recall her name?

Another day and I find myself at some sort of hangout. One of my buddies wanted to introduce to someone. This is a large group of gamers and just general nerds. My people. The someone in question was woman whom at first seemed to not what anything to do with me but turns out it was all jokes as she knew of me and wanted to pick my gamer brain. She was actually working on her own multiplayer game. Complete with custom characters and pretty good 3d graphics. I was almost immediately drawn in. We talked about some of our favorite games for what felt like hours. There was a sort of playable beta she had ready, so she helped my make a character. After some point she laid her head on my shoulder and I heard both of our friends both clearly being proud of themselves. Time would get the best of us as we would find ourselves alone. She got comfortable with her arm around my waste as I almost completely lost myself in her work. Her game was as remarkable as she was. 

I would comment how late it had gotten, but she had not a care in the world. She simply said we could sleep right as we were. Just like that I too had no worries. We enjoyed each other's company with a laptop on our legs till we passed out. I'd say it was a wonderful day.