Illusion vs Reality

Night holds mysteries unknown to the human mind,

the dark silent virtue is when I discover the creatures unlike any other kind.

My dreaming state brings me to the inaccessible world that I long to be a part of,

a world filled with unique and mystical creatures that over time I’ve grown to love.

The elves welcome me at the gates of my mind‘s creation,

every thought I’ve stormed lies here, every which one from my imagination.

Although my body lies still in bed I feel no attachment to the physical world that raised me,

winding thorough wooded pathes alongside the village knomes is where I’d rather be.

The path ahead of me is lit by the light of a firefly,

the prints from hooves are imprinted in the dirt from where a unicorn has passed by.

I wind down the path knowing it leads me to my future.

This is nothing more than I dream, so I thought but now I’m unsure.

I reach a village, a meeting place for all.

I stare in astonishment as I look upon the centaurs, I lose focus, trip and I fall.

I fear the dream will be over, as that’s what happens when you reach the ground.

But instead I hit the surface, emitting a loud booming sound.

To my surprise I feel a sharp pain in my hip,

I look down at my dirtied pants and sure enough there’s a bloody rip.

How can this be? I sit there in disbeleif.

I look around and see I’m still in the village, which comes as a relief.

The science drilled in my brain tells me I’m wrong,

it’s impossible to go to another dimension in your sleep, I must stay where I belong.

I draw attention to the crowd who now look my way.

A two headed beast opens his mouth with something to say.

“Do not be afraid, we have been expecting you.”

”Expecting me? You must be mistaken, what good can I do?”

The beast looks around, he smiles at me.

”Why don’t you know? You created this world for us, there’s so much for you to do and see!”

Ya right, I think. There’s no way this is true.

I pinch myself, feeling pain however, my suspicions grew.

More of the crowd comes around, to see what’s the commotion.

My head begins to ache from the sudden emotion.

“It’s not real, I know that as a fact!” I say with courage, for myself I’ve made a pact.

I won’t let myself go crazy, it’s not good for the brain.

“It’s no lie I can assure from my horns to my feet, this is reality, even if you think I’m insane.“

It’s hard to take the word of a make believe hybrid,

especially when you know for sure you fell asleep well within your grid.

What was meant to be a relaxing getaway fantasy,

turns into a stressful scenario which gives me anxiety.

“Well I want to go home, please let me leave!”

”Ms please, you just have to believe!”

No convincing will do the trick this time,

I want to return to the world that is mine.

“No I must go, thank you for the offer, but I know I’ll miss home too much if I stay any longer.“

Frowns appear on the faces of the strangers,

seeing their concern makes me feel more at ease, and less at danger.

“As you wish, just close your eyes really tight, and I‘ll send you back home with one quick flight.”

I do as he says, and squeeze them all the way, and when I open my eyes it’s in my own dear bed where I lay.

“What a crazy dream“ I exclaim, when ouch! I turn over and feel a sharp pain!

I look on my side and see my ripped and bloodied pants, with dirt stains on my hands that I see with a glance!

What have I done? I begin to feel weary?

Is my imaginary world not so imaginary?