Animals by Frank O’Hara

First dream of 2017 was strange, but familiar. I dreamt of a place that doesn’t actually exist except in my dream life. A place I have not dreamt of or even thought of for a very long time. I’m sure any dream analysis would indicate that it represents anxiety over work and lack of prosperity, an encouragement toward vigilance in keeping my mental health a priority, and being more accepting of who I am as a person right now. Fretting less about who I once was and focusing on the now to better influence who I become down the road.

Sure thing, subconscious. I’ll get right on all of that.