A Dream of Kindness, Loss, and Unexpected Success

Date: 1-01-2025

Author: Joe Taub

Source: www.notyourdream.com

A Dream of Kindness

Last night, I had a dream that left me reflecting on kindness, loss, and the unexpected twists life (or dreams) can throw at us. It started in a store—not just any store, but one that felt like a relic of the mid-90s. Picture a Walmart with dimmer lights, aisles stocked with nostalgia, and a sense of simpler times.

The Little Boy and the Moose

As I wandered the store, I noticed a little boy, about six years old, who couldn’t walk. His parents were pushing him around in a big-wheeled car-stroller. There was something about this boy that immediately struck me—his innocence, his kindness, and an almost Walton-esque charm.

Out of nowhere, a giant moose wandered into the store. It wasn’t breathing. The situation was surreal and heart-wrenching. Without hesitation, the boy and his parents pulled out a large rubber cup. In a moment that defied logic and reality, the boy took charge. He shoved the cup into the moose’s mouth and started performing CPR. On the second breath, something miraculous happened—the moose began to breathe again. It stood up, shook itself off, and walked out of the store as if nothing had happened.

Tragedy Strikes

Just as the moose’s life was saved, the boy’s health took a sudden turn. He went into distress and, tragically, passed away. The loss hit hard. Even though my interaction with the boy was brief, his selflessness and innocence had left a deep impression on me. I stayed at the store, unable to leave, worrying and mourning this remarkable child. Truly, this was "A Dream of Kindness" that resonated deeply.

The Boy’s Car and a New Encounter

As I lingered, I noticed the boy’s big-wheeled car stroller still there. Somehow, I knew his parents didn’t want it back, so I kept it—a keepsake of a boy who had touched so many lives in such a short time. Not long after, another child entered the store. This boy also couldn’t walk and scooted across the floor. I offered him the car, telling him the story of the boy who had saved a moose but tragically passed away. His parents declined, perhaps sensing the weight of the story behind it.

The Newspaper and Conversations

The boy’s heroic act made the front page of the newspaper. Two women in the store were discussing it, and I joined the conversation. I shared my experience with the boy, recounting his bravery and kindness. Talking about him felt like a small way to honor his memory—a way to keep "A Dream of Kindness" alive in our thoughts.

A Sudden Shift to Success

Then, as dreams often do, the scene shifted dramatically. I was still in the store, but now I was talking to someone I had befriended there. In this new reality, I was making $40,000 a week. My hard work and goals had paid off through an extraction business and selling insurance. It was a bizarre yet uplifting twist to an otherwise emotional dream. Somehow, the dream ended on this note of unexpected success.

Reflections on the Dream

This dream left me with a whirlwind of emotions. The boy’s courage and kindness in saving the moose were inspiring, and his tragic passing was heartbreaking. The moments of connection with strangers and the eventual turn toward success felt like a journey through life’s highs and lows—all compressed into one surreal dream.

"A Dream of Kindness" is a reminder of how even fleeting moments can leave lasting impressions.

What’s the most emotional dream you’ve ever had? Have you ever woken up feeling like a dream left you with lessons or reflections? Let’s share our dream stories in the comments.