The Snake, The Badger, and the Eagle

When I open my eyes I'm back here yet again. The sun shone down gently and everything appeared almost blurred as if it wasn't a dream but rather a memory from long ago. The tall grasses and flowers brushed against my exposed legs and I looked down to see myself in a yellow dress decorated with lace and was soft to the touch. I never had anything yellow in my wardrobe but it suited me so well. The air was crisp and fresh, the floral scent dancing in the air, so strong I could almost see it.

And there she was. Dressed in a beautiful jade green dress, her freckled skin was exposed to the sun, making her practically glow. How lovely she was, with fire-like hair that curled around her head in loose ringlets and freckles dotting her skin. She looked heavenly so of course, I had to follow her. But when I start to move she takes off into a sprint. It takes a moment for my brain to catch up with my body and by then she's almost out of sight.

I chase after her because who wouldn't chase after a dream? Through the trees and bushes and past a crystal-like lake. Yet she always stayed ahead. When she stops finally, panting to catch her breath and I get closer, I place my hand gently on her shoulder, and she turns. She turns and I get the faintest glimpse of her face and then... I'm awake.