Sunday, March 19, 2023

A Dark Tale


Last night I dreamed
that I lived in deep space
I played with the stars,
that was some race.

But then I got sucked 
into a very dark hole,
it didn't end well for me
and I mean - not at all!

Then, in my dreams,
I lived under the sea,
it was beautiful there
with so much to see

Until a shark appeared
and boy, was he fast
I have to tell you -
that I did not last.

I woke up to find
I've survived all my dreams,
convinced that our world
is not as bad as it seems.


Featured: A star fleet
upcycled from paper rolls
with my little nephews.


49 comments:

Ann said...

Those are some pretty clever space ships. They look like they are having fun with them.

eileeninmd said...

Hello,
The star fleet is very creative. Your nephews are adorable, they must love spending time with you. Fun times and happy memories. Have a great day and happy new week!

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

I would love to sit on the floor and make space ships! How cute is that! I had good dreams last night. Hugs!

Ellie Foster said...

The star fleet look to have been very popular - despite the Martian's attack!
It looks like they were having a lot of fun.
Best wishes
Ellie

Jill at emeraldcottage said...

Love your little fleet with the lego men! Reminds of of when my own kids used to play with lego - aaaaah why do they have to grow up ?
Jillxo

Vee said...

The imagination! Wonderful to see. Sorry for those bad dreams Sometimes the best thing is waking up.

Brenda @ Its A Beautiful Life said...

There's some daydreaming imagination happening there. Enjoyed the tale and the upcycled star fleet. What fun those little nephews must have with Aunty. (I'm always glad to wake up from bad dreams and realize they were just a dream.)

Kim said...

They'rea adorable and I love the creativity!

Karen @ Beatrice Euphemie said...

Your adorable nephews are lucky indeed, to have such a fun and creative auntie to play with them! Love the little spaceships and sweet poem. Sometimes it's such a relief to wake up from dreams! x Hugs - K

Lorrie said...

I love how you encourage your nephews' imaginations. Great upcycled star fleet!

Allyson @ Southern Sunflowers said...

Oh, what fun! Super cute spaceships! Thanks for sharing at the #HomeMattersParty.

Red Rose Alley said...

I like how you cut the paper rolls so the little men can sit in the space ships. Very creative. I'll pass the idea on to the girls. Such cute photos of the nephews at play.

Happy first day of Spring!

~Sheri

creativejewishmom.com said...

Wonderful Amalia, love seeing the little crafters! thanks for sharing on craft schooling sunday!

Sue said...

Whew! Good to know that you survived that dream. :) What cute projects and nephews.

A Joyful Cottage said...

Dear Amalia, it's very early here and this is my "Monday". Nothing could bring me more cheer than a post from you! And this morning is no exception. The space ships are simply adorable. The children must absolutely love spending time with you. Your poetry is always stellar. And yes, we need to know that there is some good in this world. You certainly make the world a nicer place.
God bless you, my friend! And thank you for brightening my day. ♥

Julie's Creative Lifestyle said...

How fun to be crafting with your nephews! Cute poem too.

Carla from The River said...

I love your poetry. :-) I had a dream I colored my hair turquoise blue!!! I am happy to say that dream did not come true.

I love the star fleet.

VeggieMummy said...

Your nephews are very lucky that they have such a creative aunt. You always seem to have such fun together. xx

Margie said...

Marvin the Martian was one of my faves when I was a kid. I still have a giant Marvin the Martian pillow. LOL.

Polly said...

Beautifully creative, I love the pilot :-)

Becki said...

Those airplanes are so fun!

Carol @Comfort Spring Station said...

very cute, love the play and the story of dreams

Nancy Chan said...

I like your poem but the dream is scaring. Glad it was just a dream.

Pam said...

I am so glad that I survive a lot of my dreams!!

NCSue said...

That's so much fun! What a cool idea.
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EL INVENTARIO DE MJ said...

Es divertido jugar con la imaginación de los pequeños... hacer manualidades y contar historias.

BESOS

MELODY JACOB said...

They are so cute and have so much fun. Nice poem
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Conniecrafter said...

Love your poem and so true :)
The star fleet is very cool, I bet they had so much fun with them!

Junkchiccottage said...

Such a cute poem. Love seeing the boys playing with those creative toys. Hugs sweet friend. Kris

Sherry's Pickings said...

very cute - the children, the toys and the poem!

Veronica Lee said...

How ADORABLE!

I absolutely love the creativity.

Hugs and blessings, Amalia.

Angie said...

Amalia - how wonderful is this? I remember when our parents would give us shoeboxes as "toys" - it brought out the creativity in us. I miss playing with young kids - if allowed, they have such vivid imaginations! Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving a comment!

Tandy | Lavender and Lime (http://tandysinclair.com) said...

I am going to make the planes with Hannah! What a great idea and thank you for showing us them :)

Anonymous said...

Yes, I agree with the comments before. Your nephews are lucky children. They are lovely.

And of course, your poem!

Hugs by Heidrun

Gattina said...

Very creative pictures !!

Joanne said...

Your nephews are just darling and I love their toilet paper roll star fleet! Such a creative poem too.

Pam Richardson said...

I love your creativity, Amalia. Your nephews are darling,and your poems are so much fun!

Sallie (FullTime-Life) said...

I really like to see the boys enjoying creative toys! They have a talented Aunt -- lucky for them. I enjoyed your poem -- my husband dreams in stories and sometimes shares them -- yours reminded me of some of his creative plots. My dreams are quite boring compared to his -- and yours!

Amy Johnson said...

Oh my goodness! These are adorable. My grandchildren and I love to make things out of toilet paper rolls.

Lowcarb team member said...

I think the star fleet is so creative and looks wonderful.
Beautiful photograph of your nephews.

All the best Jan

Little Wandering Wren said...

It always looks like a childhood filled with so much fun and lasting happy memories being created - Beam me up Scotty!
Wren x

Lydia C. Lee said...

So cute. Precious play!

DeniseinVA said...

Delightful photos and words Amalia, such a charming post! I loved those little planes. I am going to have to keep that in mind for the little ones in our family. Thank you xx

Liz That Skinny Chick Can Bake said...

Your nephews are adorable! I bet they love coming to see you!!!

Rostrose said...

Dear Amalia, yes, sometimes dreams are less good than reality 😉! Your paper roll upcycling looks cool!
All the best and have a happy week!
Hugs, Traude 😘
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Jo said...

That looks like a lot of fun.

Arun Goyal said...

Cool art and your nephews are adorable. Thanks for sharing with Garden affair.

Snowbird said...

What a talented lady! I may steal that marvelous idea. Loving those boys.xxx

EL INVENTARIO DE MJ said...

Estos chicos... están ocupados y de divierten creando su flota estelar... 🛩️ ✈️ 🛩️ 🛩️
Los sueños nos ayudan a valorar la vida.
BESOS