April 9, 2005 - Isla Mujeres, Mexico

I dreamed of Lucy last night

I was at my new house, which stood on the side of a cliff in Honduras, half of the structure supported by long columns extending into the water breaking on the rocks below. She walked into the room unannounced and we were both elated to be reunited. I flung myself on the couch, she jumped on top of me and I petted her just the way she likes. She purred like a motorcycle and offered the top of her head to my lips for lots of long overdue kisses.

Then she took a walk around the house. She tried to jump onto the balcony railing, but not being used to the house yet, she overshot the jump and landed in the water. I knew she would probably be able to get out by herself, but I ran down the rocks and supported her hind legs as she climbed out of the water. I gently peeled the drenched-yet-happy kitty off the side of the column and carried her back into my house.

We cuddled until morning poked its head into the portholes.

The dream was so vivid that during the few moments I found myself gliding through the mist that separates sleeping from waking, it seemed to me that Lucy had really been with me that night. It felt wonderful and magical and I hope that someday she may come to live with me again. It sure was great to have her visit.

posted by Mahi at 4:11 PM  

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