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  1. \"\"While cleaning the hallway closet, I noticed a small ring inset into the closet floor which I had never noticed before.\u00a0 I pulled on the ring, and it revealed a trapdoor, large enough for a human to pass through. When I pulled on the ring the trap door slowly swung open creaking from hinges not oiled in a long time.\u00a0 The space below the trap door was dark and had a damp, musty smell.\u00a0 There was a wooden stairway leading down into the darkness.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    I obtained a flashlight, and an old cloth mask left over from the pandemic and went down the steps.\u00a0 It opened into a large space consisting of dirt floors and walls.\u00a0 Even with the aid of the flashlight it was difficult to see very far into the gloom.\u00a0 As I walked about, I noticed the dimension of the space, which was divided into several sections, appeared to be a mirror image in size and shape of the house above.\u00a0 The difference being that it was totally devoid of any modern accoutrements, such as electrical outlets.\u00a0 Since this was apparently an undiscovered basement, I was surprised to note there were no electrical wiring or pipes overhead as the house, to my knowledge was built on a slab with all plumbing and wiring beneath the flooring the of the \u00a0house.\u00a0 This was perplexing.<\/p>\n

    I must say I was somewhat apprehensive as I moved into the interior of the house.\u00a0 One anomaly I quickly noted was that where there where windows above, none appeared below, just blank walls made of mud.\u00a0 Tendrils of root protruded from the walls and occasionally startled me when one brushed my arm unexpectedly.\u00a0 There were several doorways identical to doorways in the house above.\u00a0 As I moved about, apprehension causing my heart to race.\u00a0 Oddly, I was surprised the space was devoid of any life, or even signs of life.\u00a0 There were no indications of rodents, spiders, or other creeping things.\u00a0 Although there were cobwebs, there seemed to be no spider webs.\u00a0 I wondered what about this space made it unfriendly to life and considered the wisdom oof proceeding further.<\/p>\n

    I did proceed, and this is where things got very strange.\u00a0 I opened the door where it would have been the front door above.\u00a0 Instead of looking out onto my lawn I saw only a very long hallway extending beyond the reach of my light.\u00a0 As I advanced down the hallway it seems as if there was no end in sight.\u00a0 For every step I moved forwarded the hallway extended itself by the same amount.\u00a0 In the distance I could hear running water and what sounded like a growling sound.\u00a0 I could see no reason for what was causing the sound.\u00a0 I took a few more steps and was completely startled from a loud bang as the door behind me slammed shut, apparently of its own accord. Bang<\/p>\n

    And then I woke up!<\/p>\n

    As you have probably already figured out, this did not actually happen. What I am recounting is a version of a dream I have had many times over throughout my life.\u00a0 The dream changes with location and placement of the hidden stairway based on where I was living when I had the dream.\u00a0 But I remember having this dream many times from when I was a child, until now.\u00a0 What does it all mean?\u00a0 I have no idea but probably a psychologist or dream therapist would shed some light on this dream.\u00a0 I have wisely decided not to seek the assistance of a professional as I believe they have the power to cause me to be confined against my will, or to be institutionalized.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I am hoping, however, by sharing this dream with you it may purge itself from my mind not to \u00a0be had again.\u00a0 I can only hope.<\/p>\n

    That is all I have to say this Friday.\u00a0 If you are an amateur dream therapist, please feel free to put your analysis of my dream in the comments space provided below.\u00a0 So, until next Friday, have a wonderful next week, and don\u2019t forget to share and subscribe.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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