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And now for this week’s sentence to finish: “My best dream ever was…“
Next week’s sentence to finish: “I was found guilty…”
My best dream ever was…
I know this was supposed to be a Vlog, but to get a Vlog done in my home seems to be near impossible, because first just not to be enough hours in the day lately with Lily under the weather, two full snow days this week and working on another J9 Design’s job, so therefore I am going to stick with what I know best and write my heart out here, instead of a video late at night when I finally have some quite time.
There is lots I could say for what constitutes a good dream. I have had my fair share over the years and many probably too racy or steamy to even go there here. This was definitely true when I was younger.
As I got older and specifically when I got engaged, I would have the dreams of my so-called wedding day. Some so clear and vivid like it was happening at that very moment.
After, we were indeed married, I dreamed about having kids and remember one dream where I could actually see my baby’s face and was told even before the baby was placed in my arms that she (yes even in my dreams I had a girl) had very bright red hair, actually the doctor’s exact words were, “Her hair looks like it is on fire!”
But now that I have kids, I will be honest and tell you I don’t seem to dream that much, probably because I don’t sleep enough to actually fall into a deep enough sleep to dream.
But I will say that if I had to pick one dream that was the absolute best, it was after my grandfather passed away.
See, it will be 15 years this Valentine’s Day that my grandfather succumbed to blood clots from complications of hip surgery.
To be quite honest, every February as the month begins, I find myself feeling a bit down and just can’t wait for the month or at least for Valentine’s Day to pass. Add in that my grandmother also passed away 11 years after on February 3rd and you can understand why I am truly not a fan of this month.
But anyways, back to the dream. My grandfather had been gone for a little over a month and I kept having terrible dreams about him. I missed him so very much. Many that follow my blog do know that I had a special bond and relationship with him.
I kept telling my grandmother about these dreams at the time and after one very distinct told her that I would just like to have one dream of him where he didn’t seem to be suffering and know he was ok even just one more time or day to see him like he was before.
A few days went by and the next dream I had of him, he came to me in my bedroom. He was talking to me, looked perfectly fine and I even remarked that he shouldn’t be here, because he was indeed dead. He looked at me with a big smile, told me they let him come back for a short while to let me know that he was indeed ok. Then, he reached out and out his arms around me and embraced me in the warmest, tightest hug. I woke up shortly after and honestly could almost feel his arms around me.
My Grandfather Smiled At Me Just Like This In My Dream…I remember telling my grandmother after the dream and we were both truly amazed by my dream.
Even after all this time, I know it was just a dream, but still some part of me does believe that if there is indeed an afterlife, this was truly divine intervention and my grandfather in his own way letting me know that he was indeed ok.
Trust me I still miss him and now my grandmother, too terribly, but that dream felt so real and was probably not only the best dream I ever had, but the closest I will get to my grandfather until we meet up in the here after.
And by the way, I truly am not sure I could have vlogged this one without crying my eyes out, so forgive me again for taking the writer’s way out, but my heart just couldn’t handle being on video sharing this without getting choked up a bit, because as it is I was indeed tearing up as I typed the words out.
Now that I have shared here, please tell me about your best dream ever, too!
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Kristi Campbell says
Wow. If there is indeed an afterlife, I truly believe that your grandfather contacted you from it. This is amazing and I'm so sorry that this is such a hard month for you, Janine. I'm glad that you have Kevin, the girls, and the rest of your family to keep it all in perspective. Hugs to you.
Janine Huldie says
Kristi, I hope you are right and seriously want to believe that there is indeed an afterlife. Thanks for the hugs and I just keep telling myself that I just have to get through this month. Every year, it is the same for me. And I am so not a fan of the winter, snow and cold too. So that never helps either. But I knew I needed to share and just glad that I could do so in my post tonight.
Ruchira says
Gosh…I am the first one!!
hurray!!
First of all J9 I loved reading about your dream getting married and then having your baby girl…it seems you are so satisfied that your consciousness rewinds all this over and again.
I too dream about my dad (who is no more) and he says the funniest thing or the most touching thing that I will have dried up tears on my cheek when I wake up.
I wish you peace my friend for your grand parents.
hugs!
Janine Huldie says
Thank you so much Ruchira and love that you too had that perfect dream about your own dad. I also wish you peace my friend and hugs, too!! 🙂
Dana says
What a wonderful dream, Janine. I love when dreams can give you comfort and a connection to those we have lost. I dream about my grandmother sometimes, and when I wake up I feel like she was with me. Thanks for sharing your sweet dream – I don't blame you for not vlogging!
Janine Huldie says
Thanks Dana for saying that. I have Vlogged in the past, but just knew this was the dream I wanted to share, but couldn't do it in a video form, because I seriously didn't want to be a blubbering mess for all watching tonight and tomorrow.
Sarah says
Wow, what a beautiful dream. Hugs to you as you approach a tough day…
Janine Huldie says
Aww, thanks Sarah and will totally take those hugs 🙂
JessieMoo says
That is a lovely dream. Thank you for sharing. It is such a difficult thing to lose someone so close. I hope you can find strength through your family during this difficult month.
Janine Huldie says
Thank you so much and I am truly glad to have my family during this month each year, because they do help me get through it.
Emily says
I've had very real feeling dreams too like that, with people who I've lost in my life, including my mom and an old boyfriend. I do believe their spirits connect with us through our dreams…thank you for sharing that. I wouldn't have vlogged either.:)
Janine Huldie says
Thanks Emily and I seriously just could not speak this dream without crying so I knew I couldn't do a Vlog for this. But happy to hear that I am not the only one to have dreams like this, because I totally felt a bit crazy after it, but also was so thankful to have this experience (if that makes sense).
kellylmckenzie says
Oh this hits home. My dad passed away in February as well. It is a yucky month. My mother recently had a dream that dad came into her room and sat down on her bed. She woke up after a bit and later told me that it felt as if he was in the room with her. Truly. Completely understand your not vlogging – I'm tearing up over here too.
Janine Huldie says
So sorry I made you tear up on this and Kelly I swear just like your mom it did totally feel real and will never forget it as long as I live. So sorry for your loss too and sending hugs your way now!!
jenkehl says
My dad died 25 years ago and I still dream about him all the time. I am always amazed at how incredibly real the dream is, and how comforted I am by it. In the beginning it was hard, but now it's just like he's still with me, but only when I'm asleep. I love that you have that connection with your grandfather too.
Janine Huldie says
You said it perfectly and exactly how it is. So sorry for your loss, too, but happy I hat you also have a similar connection to him as well.
pfchico says
Beautiful, Janine. My best dream was also about a loved one that passed. It was about my mother. I didn't realize that this was supposed to be a VLOG. Sorry, mine was written as well.
Janine Huldie says
I just read your post and loved your dream. You totally didn't have to Vlog and as you see I didn't either. Just so glad you joined and linked up wit us. Seriously happy to have you with us 🙂
notinjersey says
that does sound like a good dream. It had me thinking about those psychics that communicate with people who have passed on and hear messages that let their loved ones know they are ok. I've heard them on the radio, etc. But this dream happened on your own and that is awesome!
Janine Huldie says
Dara, I always wanted to go to a psychic but am kind of afraid of what they would tell me, so have opted not to, but maybe someday I will get brave enough to do it!
canigetanotherbottleofwhine says
Wow, Janine. Sometimes I think we do get signs after a loved one passes away. My mom got a sign from my grandmother, but it was while my mom was awake. It's a mystery.
Janine Huldie says
Wow, that does sound like a mystery and I do agree I totally believe in these signs. So, I think your mom totally got that sign from your grandmother, too 🙂
tinarobmorley says
That's the best dream for sure! I'm so glad that you had the opportunity to see him one last time in a healthy and happy light.
Janine Huldie says
Thanks Tina and I am truly grateful for this dream even now, but still do miss him and get weepy sometimes for sure during this time of the year especially.
Karen says
okay, I'm sobbing now, I truly understand your emotions around February. To feel that connection in a dream…wow…but they are looking down on you and making sure you little girls are safe and happy. I often dreamed about my Grandma holding a little baby in her arms and handing her over to me…though I was so scared to believe in case it didn't come true.
Janine Huldie says
Okay, so now I am weeping right back at you on your dream. Just nice to know that others have had similar experiences and do believe that these are special little signs from above (at least I would like to believe that).
massholemommy says
I think when we dream about our loved ones that have passed, it's their way of telling us they're ok!
Janine Huldie says
I totally agree with you Robin and that is why this dream was that special to me, because I believe my grandfather was indeed telling me from beyond that he was Ok.
Rosey says
Oh my gosh, Janine, I had that happen with my grandmother, who I was closer to than anyone in my whole life until I grew up and had kids. I didn't have dreams of her suffering, but I ached from missing her, and one night I had a dream she was visiting. I just remember waking up and crying and thanking God for the dream. It was so real, and so nice, and she was healthy and vibrant, and so glad to be visiting. I never had that ache again, though I do always miss her. I'm just glad she was a part of my life.
I'm sorry about your loss, but so happy to hear you had that bond with your grandfather too.
Janine Huldie says
Thanks Rosey and so happy to hear you too had a bond similar with your own grandmother. I am truly grateful for it and for having had him in my life as long a sI did, but still do miss him terribly and just wish (as selfish as it sounds) that I could have even one more day with him.
Real Life Parenting says
Some of my fondest dreams have included my Nana. Everything about them felt so real and vivid–not dreamlike at all. I especially loved hearing her voice–and laugh–because I wish more than anything that I could talk with her again. <3
Janine Huldie says
I wish I could talk to my grandfather or my grandmother again just one more day, so trust me I know that feeling well. And you are right this dream and most that have included them have been my best, too 🙂
dishofdailylife says
That is amazing Janine. I really think our dreams are trying to tell us something. How comforting to have that dream must have been! I don't remember the good dreams typically, only the nightmares and I think that is because I wake up in a panic when they happen.
Janine Huldie says
I couldn't agree more Michelle about our dreams being so very telling. I am with you not he nightmares though in more recent times and haven't had any really good dreams like this one in quite some time.
Sarah says
This is the most amazing dream I've ever heard. If I were you, I'd believe the same about an afterlife. It wouldn't take much of a push to get me certain, anyway. 🙂
Janine Huldie says
Thanks Sarah and I know after this dream, I definitely did totally want to believe more then ever 🙂
Lisa says
Janine, you have been given a precious gift. There is indeed an afterlife for we are eternal beings. God cares for you more than you can imagine. I'd love to introduce you to Him! http://www.lisalewiskoster.com
Janine Huldie says
Thanks Lisa and I think you may be right 🙂
another jennifer says
Wow, Janine. What a wonderful dream. I've heard of people having dreams like this after someone they care about dies. I feel like it's their way of telling us everything will be OK. This one would definitely be tough to vlog about. Thanks for writing the story!
Janine Huldie says
Was definitely a difficult topic for me to Vlog, but you are right I always felt like my grandfather was indeed trying to tell me he was ok from the beyond knowing how upset I was over his passing and how much I did miss him.
Michelle Liew says
There are months that we just can't seem to like. And your grandpa was a great, sweet guy!! Thanks for sharing your dream with us.
Janine Huldie says
Aww, thank you for saying that about my grandfather and honestly he might not have been perfect, but to me he was and adored him to pieces. My pleasure sharing this here with you today 🙂
Billybuc says
I have had nightmare's in the past, but if I dream I don't remember them. I wouldn't be able to finish this sentence; I'm a blank slate as far as dreams go. I always feel cheated in the morning. 🙂 Have a great day Janine.
Janine Huldie says
Sorry you feel cheated Bill and have had my share f nightmares, but felt truly blessed by this dream. wishing you a wonderful day again my friend now!! 🙂
southmainmuse says
Love that photo on your wedding day. So beautiful. And what a comforting dream about your grandfather. So wonderful that you had such a wonderful bond. Surely you will be that type of grandparent to your grandchildren many years from now.
Janine Huldie says
I truly hope to be that kind of grandparent Jamie and hope to god to have that bond with them, as well. Thank you 🙂
tamaralikecamera says
I've had a few lucid dreams that I LOVED. That's when you know you're dreaming so you do whatever you want! I tend to want to fly.
My grandparents both passed in the winter, a year apart, and let me tell you – it does not help winter's case. AT ALL.
Before my wedding and before the births of both kids, I would have constant dreams that were just so weird! My baby being born with bright red hair like Ronald McDonald (me too!) and my babies being born with teeth. That actually happened to my friend! Her son still has the two teeth he was born with. Top teeth!
And I had a dream before my wedding that it was in Alaska and polar bears came.
Janine Huldie says
Tamara, sounds like more hat we have in common with these types of dreams too. I always dreamed as a child and will tell you I even had vivid dreams of my grandfather passing away and my grandmother telling me that that type of dream means long life, so not to worry about it and he would live for many years after that. I couldn't have been more then 10 years old at that point, but still remember being so upset about that dream, too.
stephsprenger says
Oh, Janine, that is so beautiful. My grandma died 20 years ago last month, and January has always been my least favorite month for that reason. I too had a very vivid dream that left a lingering physical sensation in which I saw her again and communicated with her. I believe that it was true- very deeply. xoxo to you.
Janine Huldie says
Thank you Stephanie and seriously feel so bad that you too had a loss and how you can relate to January being similar to how February for me. But totally do believe your dream did give you a lingering physical sensation, as well. Hugs and thank you so much again, Stephanie 🙂
Lisa @ Golden Spoons says
Wow! That gave me chills! I definitely couldn't have gotten through a vlog sharing something like that either!
Janine Huldie says
Sorry, I gave you chills, but thank you again for reading and all your kind words here, Lisa. Seriously appreciate it 🙂
Lisa @ Golden Spoons says
OK – thought I left a comment, but now I don't see it! Anyway, this gave me chills! I do believe in an afterlife/Heaven, but have never experienced anything like that. No way I could have gotten through doing a vlog on it either! (HUGS) BTW – I strongly dislike Valentine's Day as well, but I don't have any good reason for it like you do!
Janine Huldie says
I totally see too comment here and I have had that happens to me, too a few times on other blogs. But thank you for submitting another comment, too 🙂
dianeroark says
Janine,
I believe God uses some dreams to send us messages. This was definitely true in the bible. He sent lots of people dreams! He gave Joseph brothers a dream that they would bow down to Joseph. He gave Joseph, husband of Mary, a dream. Anyway, I still believe that some dreams could be from God. Maybe, HE wanted you to know that your grandfather is o.k. and he loves you.
Thank you so much for the story! By the way, what is a vlogged??
Blessings,
Diane Roark http://www.recipesforourdailybread.com
Janine Huldie says
Diane, a Vlog is where I do my post, but in a video format with using a site that Youtube to link back here. I have done a few in the past, but just couldn't do that for this one. And it definitely could very well have been God, but will tell you it did make me feel so much better afterwards and like I I had really had some physical contact with my grandfather even after death. Thanks as always 🙂
irkedmommy says
I could not even consider doing a Vlog in my house, LOL! I can barely make a phone call!
Janine Huldie says
Echo, I know that feeling well!! 🙂
Brittnei Washington says
Oh no! I completely missed that I was supposed to vlog about this one. Janine this is so touching. I can't believe you lost them both in the same month. I can totally see why you feel the way you do around this time. I hope the dream you had of him brought some closure. I know that doesn't mean you won't miss him though. 🙂 So sorry to hear about both of your losses.
Janine Huldie says
Brittnei, I was seriously optional the Vlog and for this one I had to opt out myself. So, to me just happy you linked up with us and loved your post today. The dream definitely brought a bit of closure, but can't help but still miss him after all these years though.
day-with-kt.com says
Oh, so sweet!! Yesterday was the anniversary of my grandmother's death (3 years) and it is never easy. I don't know if I've ever dreamed about her but it would make me so happy if I did!!
Janine Huldie says
So sorry that yesterday was that anniversary for you and you are right never an easy time. I wish you would have a similar dream just to give you a small piece of mind.
anothercleanslate says
Laughing at the line that now you don't sleep enough to dream but hoping you have a deep sleep one of these days soon!
Janine Huldie says
Thanks for that and I so hope I do someday soon again, too!! 🙂
basicallyb says
Wow, that is such a beautiful dream. I don't know if there is an afterlife either, but I do believe that your grandfather's presence is still around. I had a similar dream after my mom passed away. I was on my honeymoon when she actually passed, so I didn't get to tell her goodbye myself. So, in the dream, I was in her car with her, someone else was driving, but I remember she was wearing all white & we were talking for hours & she was smiling, which was good because she had cancer & was in severe pain those last few months that she didn't smile anymore. So anyways, the car finally stopped & we were in a cemetery & she turned to me & said she had to go & gave me a hug & she started walking down stairs next to a headstone. I woke up screaming "Mom! No!" with my arm reaching over the side of the bed. My husband came in & comforted me. I told him what the dream was & he swears it was my mom saying goodbye & letting me know she was ok.
Janine Huldie says
Wow to your dream, too and I agree with your husband that this was definitely your mom's way of saying goodbye to you. Thank you so much for sharing this with me. And hugs to you 🙂
lrconsiderer says
I reckon there is. And I reckon he did. To comfort his grieving granddaughter who meant so much to him.
*HUGGLES*
Janine Huldie says
Aww, thank you so much Lizzi and HUGGLES right back at you my friend!!! 🙂
April (@100LBC) says
The same thing happened after my grandmother died. I cried for days after she passed away, but I was awake. I open my eyes and I saw her as clear as day sitting right there. And I still couldn’t sleep for hours after that. I’m trying to figure out whether it was a dream or if she was a ghost. I would never been able to vlog about that.
Janine Huldie says
Oh that totally would have freaked me out just a bit, but does sound like she was there and wanted you to know it. Totally a believer here, too.
rynolexson says
I have dreams all the time about my aunt that passed. I think loved ones visit to let us know they are ok…definitely believe your grandfather visited you. It's always a pleasure when they decide to come around. I wish you a happy and eventful Feb so that this month you can be reminded of better things!
Janine Huldie says
Aww, thank you so much Ryan and seriously your Vlog definitely made me smile and made February that much more tolerable already. So huge thank you for that and for co-hosting with us this week, too. Also thanks for sharing about your aunt here, too and very sorry for your loss, too.
jasteck says
What a wonderful gift, Janine. I had a dream about my mother after she died. It brought me so much comfort. I'm sorry to hear that February is a tough month, but I completely understand.
Janine Huldie says
So sorry about the loss of your mom, but thank you so much for sharing about your dream, too. I totally am a believer and so glad though that this also gave you such comfort. Hugs 🙂
ginnymarie says
That is such a great dream story! Both my grandparents died in February, too, and it was hard even though they were both in their 90's. November is more difficult, though, because that's the month my Mom died, and she was too young. Losing a family member is never easy. Thank you for sharing your beautiful dream!
Janine Huldie says
Thank you Ginny for sharing with me and I can only imagine how hard it will be someday to lose my mom and my day. So sorry for all your losses and you are right never easy to lose a family member. Hugs 🙂
Kenya G. Johnson says
That was beautiful Janine. I miss my grandparents very much also. My mom's parents were THE BEST. After my grandfather died I had a really sad dream that came true. Part good part sad. I dreamt that he came to tell me he was doing fine and he happy and smiling and looked how he always looked. But he showed me an clipping of an obituary that I couldn't make out. He told me someone was coming to join him really soon. I didn't like that dream at all but can understand now why he was smiling. A few days later one of my great uncles died – who was like his best friend. The two deaths were so close apart that I couldn't travel back for another funeral so quickly. 🙁
On a lighter note, I loved how you dreamt of your baby. I had a dream about Christopher too. In the dream he was born early and small and I remember the docs saying he would be fine and we could take him home today. Well Christopher was 10 pounds but where it gets freaky is that we did have to go back in the hospital a couple of days after because he was dehydrated and had jaundice. I remember crying really hard because he has lost a few ounces. He was still nine pounds and something so that is totally making me giggle now. And he was born "early" with his big self 36 weeks and 6 days.
Janine Huldie says
Wow to Christopher and being early and still being so big. I swear I was scared of 8 pounds, but 10 my gosh you are my new hero! But the dream, I loved hearing how your grandfather came to you too and amazing how you were told about your great uncle by him. I truly believe that those who have passed can come to us in dreams. I think both of us can totally attest to that from what you shared and as well as my own experiences. Thanks seriously for sharing and definitely nice to know I am not the only to have an experience like this.
katbiggie says
Wow, that gave me chills! What an amazing dream. I have always believed that spirits can speak to us through our dreams, and I'm so glad your grandfather was able to come comfort you!
Janine Huldie says
Thanks Alexa and I too totally believe that the spirits can come to us in our dreams. And this time I was truly thankful for my grandfather doing just that.
Katia says
I had a dream like that too, where I could see Daniel's face! Aren't those dreams the best kind of dreams? (Guess, so this post is about the best dream,duh!). My son turned out to be nothing like the boy in the dream, who was a version of his older brother, Ben. I love that you can still remember the exact words of the doctor in your dream, that is so sweet!
Janine Huldie says
They really are the best kind of dreams. And love you too had a similar dream with your son, too 🙂
dribblesngrits says
The dream dictionary I like to use the most, after extensive research with it (college papers for the community college where I'm sure I misspelled words, extensive, almost scholarly, really, not so really), the woman who wrote it, Betty Bethards, had a very unique view of spirituality, but when it came to dreams, she didn't seem far off. She believed when we dream about people, those people represent aspects of ourselves. Hints like females represent the feminine qualities within us. Men the masculine. BUT there are some exceptions. If the person doesn't have a face, it's your higher self talking to you, and if the person is someone who passed away, that's actually them visiting you. A lot of the newer age like philosophies suggest our sleep is a very spiritual deal. I have read theories that we leave our bodies like we are dead except we come back because the thread isn't cut, and that the feeling like you are falling and you wake up before you hit ground is a "bad landing," of such an event. Some people try to fall into a lucid dreaming state. Even biblically, Joseph analyzed dreams to help people see their futures. I definitely believe our dream state is some sort of hybrid place between our mind, body and spirit, and I think it's not only possible, it's probable when we see our loved ones who passed away in a dream, that's them visiting, saying hi. I thought it was a very beautiful dream.
Janine Huldie says
Very much a believer in dreams having meaning to them. I know my grandmother always would tell me that her own grandmother knew the meaning behind many dreams and now there are tons of books out there that can tell you the meaning behind many types of dreams. Thanks for sharing and also for stopping by to read about my dream today.
dribblesngrits says
I totally enjoyed reading your dream. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Janine Huldie says
My pleasure with sharing and thank you again for stopping by 🙂
Nellie says
Wow Janine what an awesome dream. I totally believe in the afterlife and I truly think he came back just to let you know he was okay. Now you can hold on to that forever. (hugs)
Janine Huldie says
Thank you for saying that Nellie and I do very much still hold onto that dream. I will definitely take your hugs and give some right back to you now, too 🙂
gigigirl says
I do believe Dom came to you in that dream and it was real. Nanny used to have such dreams…..you have some of that psychic gift. I know how much you miss him and your grandmother….and I do too. We often speak of them here and have very fond memories of our good times together. Lots of love…..xxoo
Janine Huldie says
My grandmother would always tell me that about Nanny and grandma, too. And she too thought I got that from them. I know you know how much I do miss them and will always hold that dream in my heart and close to me!! Love you too xoxo!! 🙂
gigigirl says
Good memories are a treasure…..keep them safe but visit them often. Happy Valentine's Day xxoo
Janine Huldie says
So true and do very much hold them close and safe to my heart. Happy Valentine's Day to you, too!! xoxo!!
cgacad says
that is the sweetest story. i am pretty sure that really was your grandfather, wanting to connect with you—even if it was a dream!
Janine Huldie says
Aww, thanks Catherine and I truly hope it was him!! 🙂