Visiting An acquaintance from a writing class in her cozy cabin on top of a mountain. It turned into my deceased father’s new home. There was a deck right on cliff’s edge with no railing. I could only stand in the doorway. But dad sat with his legs dangling over the side. There was a niche with a tidy wood stove burning and on the walls around the stove were 3-d pictures of me and my siblings. Also pictures of us as a family including his second ex wife, which I found sad and disappointing. It was nice to hug dad though.
This dream signifies a mixture of emotions and symbolism related to your father, family dynamics, and personal growth.
The visit to your acquaintance's cozy cabin on top of a mountain represents a desire for a peaceful and introspective environment. It may indicate a need for a safe space to explore your creativity and emotions, like you experienced in the writing class.
However, the transformation of the cabin into your deceased father's new home suggests that your father's presence and influence are still very much alive in your life, even though he is no longer physically present. The fact that he is sitting on the deck with his legs dangling over the side, while you can only stand in the doorway, may indicate a sense of distance or disconnect between you and him. It suggests that you may feel like an observer or bystander in your relationship with him.
The niche with the tidy wood stove burning and the 3-D pictures of you and your siblings on the walls around it symbolizes the warmth and love that your father had for his family. The wood stove represents the hearth, a symbol of home and family. The pictures signify the memories and experiences shared with your siblings, creating a sense of nostalgia and belonging.
However, the presence of pictures including your father's second ex-wife, which you found sad and disappointing, may indicate unresolved feelings or confusion relating to your father's romantic relationships and its impact on your family dynamics. It suggests that there may be lingering emotions or a sense of disappointment stemming from the dissolution of your parents' relationship.
Ultimately, the dream ends on a positive note with the comforting hug from your father. This signifies a desire for emotional connection and support from him, despite any conflicted emotions or unresolved issues. It may represent a longing for closure or healing in your relationship with your father.
Overall, this dream suggests a need for reconciliation and understanding within your family dynamics, as well as a desire for emotional connection and a sense of belonging. It might be helpful to reflect on these emotions and potentially explore ways to address any lingering issues or conflicts within your relationships.