Part 1: Dream Presentation
In the liminal space between sleep and wakefulness, memories of high school collide with the uncanny logic of dreams, creating a narrative that lingers long after the alarm sounds. The dreamer finds herself in a familiar yet disorienting setting—the girls’ bathroom of her alma mater—where the possessive presence of an ex-boyfriend triggers a primal fear of being controlled. This moment of panic dissolves into a surreal blizzard, isolating her in a landscape of emotional coldness and uncertainty. The old, non-functional phone symbolizes communication barriers, while the sudden appearance of a red convertible offers both refuge and mystery. As the dream progresses, the