Last night—the night of Easter—I had a bizarre, vivid dream of my pet dog that was elusive in details.

His first name is Kami, pronounced like Tommy but with a K, and meaning spirit of nature in Japanese, among other interconnected meanings.

I had also given him the middle name Tenshi (which means angel) when he was a puppy (2010 old cell phone photo on right).

I sometimes dream of my dog where we often adventure into otherworldly places.

Some of these dreams have been recorded in the following posts:

• “Adventures with Cetaceans in Dream State” (to include orcas in circular formation around Kami)
• “Dream of Running with Bears and Dogs” (to include bears in a square formation)
• “Facing an Unknown Fear: Embracing the Wolf Spirit Guide Within“
• “The Path of the Gentle Cow and Aggressive Tiger“

Ever since I had these dreams, I realized that Kami’s black and white fur and “mask”—that appears to be beautifully balanced like a magnificent artwork—truly represents the earthly dualities of dark and Light, fear and Love, Yin and Yang, the moon and the sun, male and female energies within Life (regardless of gender)/the integrated and balanced Divine Masculine and Divine Feminine within, etc.

I now have no remnants of doubts that my pet Kami is assisting me with my accelerated, individual and collective soul/Spirit growth and evolution, to include being an additional grounding body for the ancient, Cosmic higher frequencies.

In addition, I trust that he continues to mirror back to me—the way interconnected everyone and everything else does in Life—the Light and Love, as well as the dark and fear within me.

And the so-called dark (or darkness) is not about the duality (the seemingly separate opposites) of “bad” or “evil,” but more of the polarity (the merging oneness of the seemingly opposites, like hot and cold creating warm) of the ignorant, unknown, hidden, repressed, suppressed, denied, and/or “unaccepted characteristics by society in general” that have their Divine purpose as well.

In this bizarre dream, Kami jumped into what appeared to be a body of cream-like fluid (of color and consistency) surrounded by orange and salmon colored, grand canyon-like walls.

As I witnessed the event unfold before my eyes, I panicked as his lifeless body started slowly submerging into this unknown body of fluid.

I don’t recall what happened in-between, but I must have jumped in after him, because at another point, I saw him floating back up right in front of me (at lower level), and then actively running out of that area like his usual vibrant self.

I don’t remember the rest of the dream, but like most dreams, I trust that I’m meant to learn and grown from any of literal or symbolic meanings that I’ve experienced in dream state.

The following in light blue font is from Dream Moods, a dream dictionary that I often use as a guidance tool (only extracting what most highly resonates with me), along with my own insights/inner-wisdom/intuition/inner-knowing in lavendar font:

To see someone drowning in your dream suggests that you are becoming too deeply involved in something that is beyond your control. Alternatively, it represents a sense of loss in your own identity [ego-self’s identity]. You are unable to differentiate who you are anymore [because, ultimately, I AM All That Is, to include soul/inner child (wounded ego self/fearful aspect of inner-child and shadow self/fearless aspect of inner-child) and Multidimensional Self/Beloved I (God)AM (Goddess) Presence/Christ within/Divine Spirit and All That Is within/Monad within/Source within/Universe within/Prime Creator within/Multiverse within/Infinite Creator within/Omniverse within; and so are all interconnected others].

To dream that you rescue someone from drowning indicates that you have successfully acknowledged certain emotions and characteristics that is symbolized by the drowning victim [Although it’s unclear whether or not I rescued him, if I were to assign meaning from this dream experience, perhaps we could both benefit from me embracing Kami’s “negative” characteristics while maintaining healthy boundaries, like not allowing Kami to mistaken that he’s in charge of my husband and I since dogs are known to have such natural tendencies (i.e., trying to be the alpha dog); he’s also done it before, like barking in a demanding manner when his impatient butt wants to go out.

However, he doesn’t get to go out until he calms his happy butt down (a sign being his tail going down). We do watch The Dog Whisperer every now and then, which seems helpful.

We don’t care to go overboard with the whole “alpha dog” thing since we like to give Kami much freedom, and consider him family (e.g., allowing him to eat with us—not before—as opposed to after us).

Examples of Kami’s “negative” characteristics and some example solutions: Note: For some example stories, see post, “Insights About Manipulation, Control, Emotional Triggers & the Human Heart” (under the Intro section)

• having a tendency to be very emotionally sensitive or pouty. Example Solution: We don’t give into spoiled child-like behaviors (e.g., turning his back from us when he doesn’t get his way, deep sighs of boredom, intentionally pooping inside the outside, which is different from when he accidentally does it because when it’s an accident, he removes himself far from the poop, and we can tell by the look on his face that he’s truly sorry; when it’s on purpose, he sits near his poop in a nonchalant manner, as to arrogantly convey, “So whatchya gonna do about it?”). However, if he truly seems upset about something, we’ll comfort him with hugs, kisses, gentle talking, and petting.
• manipulative (whenever he wants something). Example Solution: We don’t fall for his manipulation tactics anymore, which he uses every now and then (e.g.. long stares with puppy dog eyes, dramatically slipping (though our floor isn’t slippery and he’s fine all other times), sorting out his dry kibbles from the side of his mouth, spreading it all over his large, bone-shaped tray, to seemingly convey that he doesn’t want to eat his dry food which is different from him accidentally dropping some kibbles near his bowl while eating, etc.) The main method for us in detecting this way of being is through our keen senses. We’ve noticed that something won’t feel right when he’s up to “no good.”
• very finicky with his food. Example Solution: He now gets a rotation of three different flavors of Heritage Ranch dry food. When he does eat good during the week, we incorporate wet food from the store (e.g., Beneful), as well as home-made dog food. Examples. Stew made with beef or chicken (to include organs and/or chicken gizzards at times), carrots, brussel sprouts, brown rice and blueberries, OR oatmeal and scrambled eggs. We also give him as taste of table food as an appetizer (that’s on me since I started it), and it gets him to start eating his dry food. When he’s done with his bowl of food, and we ask, “Yum yum all done?” he excitedly jumps up and down, and even spins around at times because we have a routine where he gets his vitamins and a snack afterwards. But when he’s not even close to done, and we ask the same question, he just stands there and looks at us, as though to telepathically reply, “Uh…no.” Anyway, we learned that Kami needs to eat some dry food, or he ends up pooping in indoor. We’re SO DONE experimenting with those days of switching over to only wet food, or giving him mostly wet food, which he loves and cleans the bowl in a matter of 2-3 minutes. Update: Another solution is to give him about 1/4-1/2 of dry food, and when he’s done, give him some wet food. The smaller amount seems to motivate him more to eat some dry food.
• stubborn (when he doesn’t feel like doing something). Example Solution: When brushing him, we close the bedroom door (with him in it) so that he doesn’t try to escape. However, sometimes, he’s cooperative. Recently, I just followed my Heart’s inner-guidance and put some Eucalyptus essential oil (mixed with mostly water in a small water bottle) on his brush, lit a Sandalwood incense, and softly sang to him while brushing his thick coat. To my great surprise, for the first time ever, he just laid on his side looking so relaxed and calm. It then occurred to me that I was giving him a home, doggie spa treatment, which I didn’t intend to, though I have no doubt that Spirit within did.

Granted, these are all 1) typical “negative” behaviors of Siberian Huskies, and 2) his so-called earthly labels of “negative”/”undesirable”/”unacceptable” behaviors that I’ve had the most difficult time unconditionally accepting/loving about him—a sign that I wasn’t able to embrace these “dark”/unknown existing characteristics within myself. I’ve learned that it works best for everyone when we set healthy boundaries in relationships, to include ones with our pets].

Some of Kami’s “positive” characteristics (like typical Siberian Huskies, and probably other type of dogs) that stem from love energy are as follows:

• He can be super friendly with most people and other animals, though he started barking at some people and animals starting from our trip to Enchanted Rock about a year or so ago, where we crossed paths with a group of strangers and their very calm dog who all seemed otherworldly (especially deep eye contact of curiosity), genuinely friendly, honest and peaceful. I strongly sense that Kami, too, sensed something very unusual about these unknown beings—as though they’re E.T.’s in disguise as humans and an animal from Earth.
• A while back (when I was in the Army), one of my pregnant soldiers, Dierdra, spent the weekend with us at our house. Kami usually gets overly excited with guests, but with D, he was so gentle with her. My husband and I agreed that he was able to sense that D was pregnant. He also slept right outside of a room that she was sleeping in (as though to protect her), the way he did whenever our any of our five kids stayed with us.
• He’s pretty intelligent, aware of what he wants and able to communicate his needs and desires. He paws at whatever he wants, to include the following examples:
  • the fridge for ice cubes
  • the stove for some taste of table food while I’m cooking (or my husband, or both)
  • his water bowl for more water (though we often refill it)
  • his food bowl for more food (though we often refill it)
  • his food tray for his vitamins
  • our running shoes to go outside and play
  • the door when he has to go to potty, or when he’s excited about going out
  • the car door when he’s ready to go on a road trip
  • the couch when he’s asking permission to come up (since we first place a comforter on top of the couch before he can come up; he sheds A LOT)
• He’s very expressive and vocal to the point that it seems like his own doggie language. He has various tones that he uses throughout the day to seemingly express his thoughts and feelings, to include dramatic howls and high-pitched yelps for when he feels devastated (i.e., when we arrive home from only going out for half a day or less). Once, I accidentally bumped into him, and he made a unique vocal sound with an irritated expression (i.e., “Wha WOO woo WHUH ooh whoo!”) that seemed to convey, “Why you gotta bump a brotha like that?” I had to give him hugs and kisses (not on lips) because it was too adorable.
• He’s like an unofficial PTSD service dog in that whenever I’ve had nightmares in the past, he was there by my side (right in front of my face) as though to comfort me without words. Once, when he was a puppy (about 10.5 weeks old), and I was crying on the futon, he gently approached me and licked my cheek, which deeply moved me.
• He can be so loving and lovable. Whenever he’s on the futon or couch with us, he loves to cuddle up to us, even resting his head on our legs. When you ask for a kiss, he licks your chin. If you’re not paying attention, he will lick your lips with his long tongue! Whenever my husband’s former soldiers came to visit, and one of them brought his female dog, Kami often followed her around like a puppy. He didn’t mind sharing food and toys with her. Once, while Cali was running back and forth outside along the fence of the backyard—where the neighbors dogs were running—Kami was right behind her very gently pawing at her butt every now and then. It was so precious!
• He sometimes makes deep eye contact that’s soul-touching, and other times, he calmly sits like a sphinx and observes my husband and I with wise eyes as though he’s Divine Spirit/The Observer of the observed.
• Once, on the way back home from a potty break during a late evening, my husband told me that Kami came to a stop, and started gently pawing at the ground. When my husband looked to see what he was trying to communicate, he noticed a cute, yellow and black fledgling hopping around; and Kami was gently pawing right next to it. Though Siberian Huskies are known to have a strong, predatory instinct, we were surprised to witness on several occasions his very gentle side with small to tiny creatures (e.g., puppies, squirrels, geckos, etc.). Even when he notices crawling bugs, he gently paws close to them, but doesn’t harm them, which is so precious.
• Though huskies are infamous for making a mess (or even tearing apart) the inside and outside of a house—when the owners aren’t home—Kami has only had one, minor incident within almost seven years; and that one time was when he was teething as puppy (which is understandable), and decided to chew on the wooden arm-rest area of our futon rather than his toys. Other than that, though there were many things that he could easily knock over, mess with (especially the trashcans), or even completely annihilate with his very powerful jaw and teeth (along with his ability to jump high), he’s never done so, and we’re very grateful for that. Whenever we come home from leaving the house, we either bring back a treat, or give him a pupperoni for leaving the house intact. In addition, though he’s capable of easily tearing up a bag of pupperoni that he has access to, he hasn’t do so thus far.
• Though huskies are known not to bark when strangers approach the house—hence, making them ineffective guard dogs—Kami actually barks a lot (and loud) when strangers approach our door. Granted, once visitors come into our home, and he realizes they’re not a threat, he transforms into his usual, super-friendly dog mode.
• So the above three bullets are examples of exceptions to the typical characteristics of huskies.
• Cont…another time (to include more pics)

I also wondered if this symbolic dream of Kami—again, name meaning Spirit of Nature (perhaps Mother Nature/The Great Mother Goddess)—drowning, and then coming back to life, was correlated with Easter yesterday since they both have the theme of resurrection.

Perhaps the dream is symbolic of the resurrection of the Divine Goddess (of both the integrated and balanced Divine Masculine and Divine Feminine energies)—manifested on Earth’s physical reality as the female aspect of Christ within (as opposed to the male aspect of Christ within that Jesus represents).

Note: I’m very grateful that my husband Angelo has been so great to Kami—more patient, understanding and unconditionally accepting/loving of all aspects of Kami.

Angelo has been a wonderful example for me to follow on how to have a harmonious relationship with a pet (my first pet), and his previous experiences with his own pets have been quite beneficial.

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Update

5/17/2016

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