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The Queen's Riddles: A Journey Through Dreamscape

By Terry WairimuPublished 3 years ago 8 min read
Dreamscape
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I dreamt of a place far beyond

Where the sky was a brilliant pond

Of colors that shimmered and swirled

With hues that the waking world would never know

The trees there were tall, with branches that flowed

Like fingers reaching to touch the sky

Their leaves a cascade of green, gold, and rose

Dancing in a breeze, I couldn't hear the why

A path of pebbles lay before me

Leading to a castle made of dreams

Its walls of glass that shimmered and gleamed

Reflecting the colors of the world so serene

I stepped inside and saw a throne

Of silver and gold, surrounded by stone

And upon it sat a queen of the night

Her hair of shadows, her eyes alight

She spoke in riddles, of love and of loss

Of the importance of knowing what's right

Of the value of a dream, no matter the cost

And I knew, in that moment, I was in her sight

As I woke, I felt the power of her words

Still echoing in my mind, like the songs of birds

And I knew that my dream was more than just that

It was a message, a map, a journey I was at

For life is like a dream, full of mystery and might

And we must decipher it with all our sight

For within it lies the secrets of the soul

And the answers to the questions that make us whole.

I wandered through the halls of the castle

And came across rooms of every hassle

Each one held a treasure of its own

Memories and secrets, long forgotten and unknown

There was a room of laughter and delight

With pictures of friends, shining so bright

And another of tears, filled with sorrow and pain

But I knew, these memories were not in vain

For they were a part of who I am

A story, a journey, a path to land

And as I walked, I came to understand

That the dreams of our lives are more than just sand

For they shape and mold us, every single night

Teaching us lessons and guiding us to the light

And in this dream, I found my purpose and my way

To the truth of who I am and what I want to say

So I left the castle and stepped back into the world

With a new sense of self and a heart that was unfurled

And I knew, that no matter where I may roam

The lessons of the dream will always be my home

For life is like a dream, full of wonder and surprise

And we must live it like a poem, with truth in our eyes

For within it lies the beauty of the soul

And the answers to the questions that make us whole.

And with that, I wake, a new person, full of grace

With the gift of the dream, forever in my place

For the dream is the key to unlock the door

To the world of the soul and the mystery of more.

And so I walk, with a smile on my face

With the memories of the dream, my guiding place

For I know that wherever life may take me

The lessons of the dream, will always make me free

Free to be myself, and to follow my heart

Free to make mistakes and a brand new start

Free to live my life, with joy and with laughter

Free to pursue my dreams, no matter the chapter

And so I walk, with my head held high

With the dreamscape as my constant ally

For I know that the journey may be long

But the dream will guide me, with its sweet song

And as I walk, I see the world anew

With its colors and beauty, its light and its hue

And I know that the dream was not just a fantasy

But a gift of the soul, a precious rarity

For life is like a dream, full of magic and rhyme

And we must live it like a poem, with joy and with time

For within it lies the essence of the soul

And the answers to the questions that make us whole

And with that, I walk, into the sunrise

With the dreamscape as my forever prize

For I know that wherever life may take me

The lessons of the dream, will always make me free.

And so I journey, through the world so bright

With the dreamscape as my guiding light

For I know that the path may not be easy

But the dream will be there, strong and breezy

For the dream is a gift, a treasure untold

A map to the soul, worth more than gold

And as I walk, I see its power unfold

A guide to the world, its secrets untold

And so I follow, the dream's gentle lead

With a heart that is open and a spirit that is freed

For I know that wherever life may take me

The dream will be there, for all the world to see

And as I walk, I see the world transform

With the beauty and wonder, of a heart so warm

And I know that the dream was not just a vision

But a bridge to the world, a mission to live in

For life is like a dream, full of mystery and grace

And we must live it like a poem, with love and with pace

For within it lies the power of the soul

And the answers to the questions that make us whole

And with that, I walk, into the sunset

With the dreamscape as my forever bet

For I know that wherever life may take me

The dream will be there, for all eternity.

And so I soar, on wings of the dream

With the world at my feet and the sky so supreme

For I know that the journey may be tough

But the dream will guide me, with its gentle touch

For the dream is a guide, a light in the night

A beacon of hope, a source of delight

And as I soar, I see its beauty arise

A message of love, before my very eyes

And so I follow, the dream's gentle call

With a heart that is open and a spirit that is tall

For I know that wherever life may take me

The dream will be there, for all to see

And as I soar, I see the world in bloom

With the colors and beauty, of a heart so room

And I know that the dream was not just a vision

But a promise of love, a mission to win

For life is like a dream, full of magic and charm

And we must live it like a poem, with love and with warm

For within it lies the power of the soul

And the answers to the questions that make us whole

And with that, I soar, into the morning sun

With the dreamscape as my forever fun

For I know that wherever life may take me

The dream will be there, forever and eternally.

And so I dance, in the light of the dream

With the world as my stage, and the sky as my theme

For I know that the journey may be rough

But the dream will guide me, with its gentle touch

For the dream is a rhythm, a beat in the night

A symphony of love, a source of delight

And as I dance, I feel its magic arise

A message of joy, before my very eyes

And so I follow, the dream's gentle lead

With a heart that is open and a spirit that is freed

For I know that wherever life may take me

The dream will be there, for all to see

And as I dance, I see the world transform

With the beauty and wonder, of a heart so warm

And I know that the dream was not just a vision

But a promise of love, a mission to win

For life is like a dream, full of movement and grace

And we must live it like a poem, with love and with pace

For within it lies the power of the soul

And the answers to the questions that make us whole

And with that, I dance, into the starry night

With the dreamscape as my forever sight

For I know that wherever life may take me

The dream will be there, forever and eternally.

And so I sing, in the voice of the dream

With the world as my audience, and the sky as my team

For I know that the journey may be rough

But the dream will guide me, with its gentle touch

For the dream is a melody, a song in the night

A harmony of love, a source of delight

And as I sing, I hear its magic arise

A message of hope, before my very eyes

And so I follow, the dream's gentle beat

With a heart that is open and a spirit that is sweet

For I know that wherever life may take me

The dream will be there, for all to see

And as I sing, I see the world reborn

With the beauty and wonder, of a heart so warm

And I know that the dream was not just a vision

But a promise of love, a mission to win

For life is like a dream, full of music and soul

And we must live it like a poem, with love and with role

For within it lies the power of the spirit

And the answers to the questions that make us merit

And with that, I sing, into the morning air

With the dreamscape as my forever pair

For I know that wherever life may take me

The dream will be there, forever and eternally.

And so I write, in the script of the dream

With the world as my canvas, and the sky as my scheme

For I know that the journey may be rough

But the dream will guide me, with its gentle touch

For the dream is a story, a tale in the night

A narrative of love, a source of delight

And as I write, I see its magic arise

A message of peace, before my very eyes

And so I follow, the dream's gentle flow

With a heart that is open and a spirit that is aglow

For I know that wherever life may take me

The dream will be there, for all to see

And as I write, I see the world anew

With the beauty and wonder, of a heart that is true

And I know that the dream was not just a vision

But a promise of love, a mission to win

For life is like a dream, full of words and art

And we must live it like a poem, with love and with heart

For within it lies the power of the mind

And the answers to the questions that make us find

And with that, I write, into the endless sky

With the dreamscape as my forever high

For I know that wherever life may take me

The dream will be there, forever and eternally.

Following the beat of a dream so surreal,

I dance, I sing, I write with each feel.

The journey may be rough, but the dream shines bright,

Guiding my way with its gentle light.

In this world of beauty and wonder, I bask,

With the dreamscape as my forever task.

Wherever life takes me, the dream will be there,

Eternally shining, a symbol of care.

Dreamscape's wonder, a path to follow.

Heart full of love, a promise to know.

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About the Creator

Terry Wairimu

A lover of words and the power they hold, sharing my thoughts and ideas through writing to inspire and connect with others. Join me on this journey of self-expression and discovery. Let's create something beautiful together.

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