In my waking life. It was around 6:30 AM I just returned from the bathroom, and while I was trying to go back to sleep I started to have a very vivid vision of being at the Grocery store in Astoria, New York. I have gone to this store every time I go to New York to visit Hilda who lives in Astoria, New York. I know my way around the store. My vision started at one of the aisles of the store. I think it was in the Dairy section. I looked at the shelves and started to look for yogurt. I was in full control. I was very aware of what I was doing, albeit it didn't feel like I was dreaming. In my mind, I was trying to decide what to do next. It felt like I could make my own choice (a la Lucid dream). I started walking down the aisle to another section of the Grocery store. I was very familiar with the layout of the store. I went to several aisles in the store. I stood in front of several shelves trying to decide what to get. In the meantime, I was very aware that I was able to make my own decisions. And yet, it didn’t feel like I was dreaming. However, I could feel that was in full control. I wanted to confirm, that indeed I had full control of what I was doing. I decide to go to the Cashier and pay for the few groceries I just bought. I exit the store through the main entrance. I started walking down the street toward Hilda’s apartment. I looked to my left and passed the local bank, which there is one in my waking life. I got to the corner where Hilda’s apartment building was located. I got to the main entrance of the building, and inserted the key to get access into the building. I usually get a key while I am visiting Hilda. I continued walking toward the elevator, until I got to the second floor, which is were Hilda’s apartment is. The next thing, I saw Hilda once I opened the door using my own key. I didn’t see Digna who passed away about 2 years ago. So this confirmed that this was a current dream. I had a small conversation with Hilda in the small kitchen of her apartment. And while all this took place, in the back of my mind I wanted to confirm that indeed I was in full control. Because of this I decided on the next day to go out on an outing, or a short day trip. I got out of the building and walked toward the subway elevated station which is about a few blocks from the apartment building. I went upstairs to the elevated platform, and used my Metro card and walked through the turnstile. The train arrived at the platform, and I entered the train. I sat down. The train was not full at all, but not empty. There were a few people on the train. I think it was during the morning. I was going to Manhattan, but I wasn’t sure where I wanted to go. I thought about maybe taking a train to Boston, but at the end I decided not to go to Boston. I felt like I could do, or go anywhere I wanted. I proved it several time while changing routes or things I did.
This dream suggests a sense of control and familiarity in your waking life. The vividness and clarity of the dream may indicate a strong connection to your routine and surroundings in Astoria, New York. The grocery store represents a place of decision-making and choices. Your ability to navigate the store and make independent decisions reflects your confidence and autonomy in your waking life. The fact that it didn't feel like a dream suggests a heightened awareness and presence in your actions. The interaction with Hilda in her apartment further reinforces your familiarity and comfort in your relationships. The absence of Digna, who passed away, signifies the recognition of current reality and reinforces that this is indeed a dream. Your desire to confirm your control and independence leads you to go out on an outing or day trip. This signifies a sense of adventure and the willingness to explore new possibilities in your waking life. Finally, the train journey symbolizes your freedom and flexibility. Although uncertain of your destination, you have a sense of freedom and the ability to go anywhere you desire. This suggests a willingness to embrace new experiences and take charge of your own path. Overall, this dream highlights your confidence, control, and readiness to explore new opportunities in your waking life. It signifies a sense of familiarity and comfort, as well as a desire for growth and adventure.