Dream Travel

by Janet Gillooly

Chapter 7

  Jane met Tenske at his house out in the woods. She sensed peace and power in the woods and in his house. She could feel the lingering of peace from his chanting. She thought she could almost hear the chanting softly, like she heard a song even after the radio was off.

  He made her some meditative tea he called it. She said she did not want drugs of any kind and he told her it was not necessary. He showed her around the house and she was impressed witl1 his home. It was a simple house, almost like a huge cabin and the back glass door had a view of nature like no other view she had seen.

  There was a fog outside, which made the day like a spiritual movie. She thought the weather was perfect for her plans. She felt so relaxed like never before as if the whole world only existed here and now. This moment was better than she could have ever hoped .

  He sensed her being very comfortable and they sat down to drink their tea. He had many pictures in his home of Indians and scenery. He sensed tl1at their session would go very well.

  He asked her if she was absolutely sure she wanted to die. She told him that nothing seemed more necessar y. She assured him that she had never been so sure in her life.

  He told her that they would begin soon. He first had to tell her a story that she could probably relate to. She watched him intently waiting for him to begin.

  "There was a man once a long time ago that lived free on the land before, the restricted reservations of poverty. He was a young man, handsome and a strong warrior. He was also a strong prayer warrior. He was kind and mainly lived to help people."

  "He taught many tl1e art of prayer to communicate with the dead. He taught them to have faith in tl1e spirits. Later he did come to believe in Christ. He taught many about the land and how to fight."

  "He met a woman named Mystic. He came to know why she was given her name. He felt she knew his soul like nobody else." "He fell madly in love with her and found she was his main reason for living. They had a son and named him Lone Wolf like that of his father. He did help people bu t he liked to be alone. Even though he spent a lot of time with Mystic he felt the need to be alone a lot to pray."

  "The heart of his soul belonged to his family. He treasured her and did anything for her. Everyone liked him and wanted to learn from him."

  "The years passed and he was now thirty. He was out hunting and left his wife and son at home. His son was twelve years old now. He was becoming very much like his father."

  "He returned home to find the home he built burned and his wife and son dead. They had both been shot and he could tell his wife had been raped because her clothes had been torn to shreds." "He got revenge on the white men that did this to his family.

  He then decided that he wanted to die. H e went into a deep meditative trance without drugs and his tribe could never find him again. They say his body assumed into heaven without him having to die."

  ''.Are you saying that I will assume into heaven like this man? I do not see how this could be done. I do not have his talents." Jane finished.

  "I am not saying this will happen to you. I do not know what God has planned for you. You do have to have the faith. This will not be easy. You will have to meditate deeply and for a long time." he said.

  "This meditation we will do out in the woods. I will guide you through it. Make clear to me your last wishes," he said.

  "I want to dream travel one last time to Knock, Ireland. Then I will be ready to go to the next world. I would like to see Jesus in a vision," she finished.

  "I will start a fire and play music. I will guide you through this trance. You can will this and all events can take place,"he finished. "I find all of tl1is hard to believe. It is almost like trying to interfere with God's plan. This all sounds kind of spooky," she said.

  "I believe God has sent you to me. I believe it will come to pass. I believe God has inspired you to do this," he said.

  They both walked into the woods and he lit a fire. He turned on the Indian music and then they sat down. He told her she has dream traveled before and she could do this.

  They both closed their eyes and he told her to see what he sees. He told her that their minds would be one. They would concentrate on her last wishes. He began to chant and she listened.

  They meditated a good three hours. She thought of the gold diggers who did this before they went in search of gold. They were both in a deep trance.

  Jane started seeing faces appear towards her. She was not scared. She saw the spirit of Lone Wolf. Tenske was seeing the same visions.

  She then saw Jesus come towards her. Then she saw her dad and brother. She saw Alice and her son encouraging her to continue. She felt like she was in the spiritual world totally.

  Tenske chanted again and Jane saw both of them leave their bodie s. They were floating together towards a destination. She was in Knock, Ireland but Tenske was not with her. She walked along the streets and prayed in the churches. Dream travel was different this time. She felt like she had more control on how long she stayed this time.

  It was an exciting moment but eerie. She felt peace, strength and love from Christ. She felt a part of the world like never before.

  It was as if she was one with every spirit. She had been blind but now she could see. The people sense a strength in her spirit.

  She did not want to stay. She wanted to go back to Tenske.

  She flew back to him as if a bird, free for the very first time. He smiled when he saw her and she-felt loved and protected.

  They continued the trance and God showed her the events of her whole life. She felt sad, guilty, but then she was consumed by pure joy. She had an ultimate understanding of herself, others and realized her purpose had been valuable to God and others.

  She saw herself with a heavenly body and was amazed at her beauty. Her reflection started singing with her beautiful voice more in tuned then she had ever done. Her loved ones were singing with her. It was like heaven and certainly better than any Walt Disney movie. Drugs could not have induced such beauty.

  She saw herself running across a field of flowers. The day was windy and she felt real power with no fear. Tenske was running with her and then she was alone.

  She saw David and their love for each other was more than she could have imagined . They united and made love with orgasms of a spiritual nature. It was the greatest pleasure she ever knew and they were united in one soul.

  She knew they would be together for all eternity. Then he left and Jesus came forward. They touched in a spiritual way, which brought her total peace and love. She realized he was her being. They would be together for all eternity. He was the love everyone sought for. He was them and they were him.

  She did not want to return to her earthly body but Tenske said it was time. Jane felt very disappointed to be back here in the woods. She was happy she could share everything with Tenske.

  He told her it was not time for her. It would be her time soon. He told her this was a process but the next time she would be in heaven.

  She was going to stay the night and she felt relieved not to be alone. He was the most comfortable spirit she had ever been with. He felt the same way about her.

  She asked him why he did not want to go to heaven. He told her it was not his time'. They both settled down in his den and he would be cooking dinner.

  Tenske fixed fresh fish that he caught and they had vegetables. They had a sweet potato pie that was out of this world. He then fixed both of them a pitcher of Tom Collins to drink.

  Jane was so glad to spend her last moments with him. They talked for hours. They talked about their lives. Jane thought him to be a very wise and special man. She wished she had known him in her youth.

  He told her his wife had been dead for years. She died of cancer. His daughter was expecting a child and he wanted to stick around. He told her it was time asleep.

  Jane fell asleep and she dreamed of Megan. She dreamed of the horrible night in that house. Then Megan came to her as if it were real and Jane was sure this was not
a dream. Megan looked radiant, beautiful and happy.

  Megan told her that they would be together soon. They talked and then Jane woke up. It was Megan and soon Jane would see her for all eternity.

  It was still early and Jane decided to get something to eat and then return to bed. She ate cookies greedily and wondered if there would be food in heaven . She would see if they could get a pizza today and then she fell asleep.

  Tenske and her did not awaken until noon. They were both excited to be able to share this exciting journey together. He said he would go get pizza and anything else she wanted. He left and she decided to take another tour of his house.

  She went outside the back glass door just to see the trees.

  She spotted about four deer. The sight was awesome with one little baby deer. She saw this- as a positive sign and the deer just stared at her. To her amazement they came to her and she stroked them gently. She felt like Cinderella and all her dreams were coming true.

  Life was beautiful and why had it taken her so long to appreciate it. The high of life was at its' greatest height now, knowing she would soon be gone. She was excited about being in heaven soon.

  Jane started singing to the deer and they listened to her beautiful voice intently. It was magic and no words could describe it. Tenske returned listening to her amazed at her gift. He secretly wished she would stay.

  Jane transformed right before his eyes. She was no longer an old woman but a beautiful young woman. Jane felt her body changing and she knew she was young again like in her trance.

  Jane turned around to see Tenske staring at her. They both felt strong love for each other at that moment. He went out to her and tl1ey embraced.

  She felt enticed by tl1eir embrace and he felt tl1e same way.

  He picked her up and carried her to the bedroom. She was not going to feel guilty enjoying life one more time.

  He started kissing her and she felt high. He took off her clothes and began to touch her breasts. He then touched every inch of her and she touched his soft hard body. He started putting his mouth on her nipples and he could feel her body cringe with excitement. Her nipples were hard and he could not control his hunger.

  He began to take off his clothes and then he lay on top of her kissing her and smelling her. He was inside of her and she began to groan. The groaning excited him and he was groaning also. They were both physically one and botl1 knew this love making was the best they both had known.

  Jane had on·e orgasm after another and they made love for two hours. They were both so tired that sleep came easily. Sleep was sweet for a couple hours and then they awoke.

  They started to kiss and hold each other. They just looked at each other, which seemed like eternal peace. They talked and felt joy.

  He did not want her to go but she told him she must. He understood and did not force the issue. He would enjoy this moment right now.

  He had never known such joy but knew she did not belong to him. She wanted to stay with him for as long as she could. It was time to eat and they would have to heat the pizza.

  Tenske and her ate, talked and laughed. They were very relaxed with each other. It would soon be time for them to go to the woods.

  Jane decided to call Martin one last time. She told him she was staying at a cabin. He sounded concerned but she tried to reassure him. He informed her that Betty Anne was pregnant. "The doctor informed us that we are going to have a girl," he said.

  Jane was happy for him but wondered if she would have the gift of dream traveling. Jane got off the phone a little sad and wanting to know the future of this little girl. Tenske noticed her concern and said not to worry God's plan would go on without her.

  They read poetry together. Jane was surprised when she saw that he had all her books. He told her she was a gifted writer.

  He told her he was very touched by the depth of her writing. He laughed and said she was real deep. She laughed realizing the sexual connotation that he was applying to deep.

  She told him she would like to see the future of her family before she leaves. He said that would probably be possible. This was a comfort to Jane.

  They waited until it was night before going into the woods. Birds were singing loud and strong. Yellow birds, red and blue were flying all around. It was the most beautiful day and night Jane could remember.