Mermaid Dream Poem: "In A Mermaid's Dream"

This mermaid dream poem will have you imagining the mysterious sensations of deep-sea life—what you might perceive through transformed senses.

This shadowy verse unfolds within a slumbering mermaid's dream. 

Through dreams, the impossible awakens.  Descend beneath the waves and discover what secrets this mystical realm holds uniquely for you.

Take A Few Moments To Dream

Beneath The Surface

Dreams are best left to interpretation, as is this poem.

You may find possibility here. Or the shadow world. Perhaps it is a form of escape, or even where reality lives.

Whatever you find in it becomes part of the poem.

The feeling Of This Poem

This poem carries mystical determination, ethereal marine life, and the wave-like rhythm of dual existence. 

It may resonate with dream sailors, and those who choose to navigate in the world of endless possibility.

A Quiet Pause

If you'd like to linger a little longer:

• Which image stayed with you?
• What are "floating shadows" in your dreams?
• Are your dreams fantasy or discovery?
• What does the mermaid represent to you?
  
  
  
  

When You Might Return To This Poem

You might reach for this poem:

• while dream journaling
• before meditating
• as a reminder that possibility exists within you
  
  
  
  

FAQs

Can I share your poems with others?

Yes! I love when my poems resonate enough that you want to share them. For personal use—like including a poem in a letter, greeting card or journal—you're absolutely welcome to do so. If you'd like to share online, I'd appreciate if you share a brief excerpt (a few lines) along with my name and a link back to this page, rather than copying the full poem. This helps other readers discover my work, which means the world to me as an independent writer.

Can I use your poems for commercial purposes?

Commercial use, adaptations, publications, or reproducing full poems requires my permission. Please contact me if you're interested in using my work in these ways—I'm happy to discuss it.

What if I just want to quote a line or two?

Brief excerpts with attribution are fine, especially if you're discussing the poem, using it for inspiration, or sharing what moved you. Just please credit me by name and link back to my site when sharing online.

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If You Like This Mermaid Dream Poem...

Some readers choose to carry this poem into their own story as a print or inspiration. It's available from my Etsy Shop as a printed poster (paid link), or print your own with this digital download version (paid link). Available in sizes 8x10, 11x14, 16x20.

Or purchase as a notebook (paid link) with your choice of lined or blank pages. Perfect for journaling or sketching, they make an ideal gift for anyone who enjoys putting pen, or pencil, to paper! 

This poem and others are available in my poetry book "A Mermaid Like Me" (paid link). This original collection of poems will inspire the mermaid within while embracing your uniqueness!

Thanks for connecting with my poetry!