Flood

Date: 4/7/2025

There was a horrible flood coming within 12 - 24 hours. There either wasn't enough time to leave the area, or we didn't have a car, or maybe the flood was across many states, Idk, but my boyfriend (dream boyfriend, Al had died) was making us "floating devices". He took a couple round wooden tables (each one only big enough for one person), and put a small sort of beach-chair on top of each one, an umbrella opened up next to the chair (screwed these things on) so we wouldn't get sunburnt being right out in the open sun with no shade or anything, and on the top of the table was a little cubbyhole that he put a few little extras in (a drink, some snacks, a book...). I had a few questions, such as, was he going to connect the tables together (otherwise, how wd we not float away from one another), would we really be able to stay on top of them amid the thrashing waves, and would these tables even stay afloat at all, would they stay right-side up or would they flip over?! But, I figured, him being the man, he knew what he was doing. Besides, it's not like I had any ideas. And he was doing such a good job using the tools and taking charge. After he was finished, I stood at the window looking down at the waters as they now covered the streets, cars, smaller trees, etc, I started to grab my table and asked the others (as there were also a couple friends with us), "should we get a head start? Should we ,maybe, just get out into the water now since it's only about a story high and the waves aren't too violent yet? If we wait until the waves get really bad, we might not be able to get into the waters while remaining upright." I said. They all agreed that it was a good idea, so I grabbed my table and said, "okay, Al, let's grab our stuff." I noticed my mistake immediately, I called him Al, my ex's name ( wd he still be my ex if we didn't break up, but he had died??), instead of calling him by *his* name, Andy. I was hoping he hadn't noticed and just carried on. He said, "umm, I'm not quite ready yet. There's still a few more things I have to do." After waiting a little bit, maybe an hour or so, I really wanted to get going, but Andy was just procrastinating. I could obviously tell something was wrong. I knew what it was, but as I put my arms around him, I asked him anyway. He said exactly what I thought, that he was upset that I had called him Al, and he wasn't sure if he wanted to stay with me because of it. I looked into his eyes, and said, "Al and I were together for 15 years. 15 years! That's a LONG time. You and I have not been together very long at all. I'm going to still say 'Al' out of habit for a while. Especially since his name and yours both start with 'A'. If you're not mature enough to handle the fact that I lost my husband and everything that comes along with that, then you're right, we should not stay together." I then walked off, not once looking back, as I prepared to go forth on this flood alone.

AI generated interpretation This dream appears to be a reflection of your subconscious thoughts and emotions related to your past relationships, emotional conflicts, and feelings of being overwhelmed by a difficult situation. The flood in the dream symbolizes a significant emotional turmoil or life crisis that is approaching rapidly and seems inevitable. The floodwaters covering the streets and engulfing everything in sight suggest a feeling of being overwhelmed by emotions or circumstances in your waking life. Your deceased boyfriend Al in the dream may represent unresolved emotions or grief related to a past relationship or loss. His efforts to create floating devices for you and your friends can be interpreted as a symbol of protection and support that you may feel you lack in your current life situation. The confusion regarding his name and your subsequent realization and explanation about his resemblance to your ex-boyfriend Al, who had passed away but was not officially an ex due to the circumstances of his death, could reflect unresolved feelings and guilt associated with the past relationship. It may also symbolize a struggle to move on from the past and fully embrace your current relationship (represented by Andy in the dream). The hesitation and procrastination shown by Andy in the dream could suggest doubts or insecurities within your current relationship. His reaction to being called Al and his consideration of ending the relationship may mirror your own fears of not being fully understood or accepted in your current relationship because of your past experiences and emotional baggage. Ultimately, your decision to walk away and face the flood alone may symbolize a desire for independence, self-reliance, and the courage to confront challenges on your own terms. It may also indicate a need for introspection, self-discovery, and personal growth in order to navigate through difficult times and overcome emotional obstacles. Overall, this dream reflects deep-seated emotions, conflicts, and desires related to past losses, unresolved relationships, current insecurities, and the need for self-empowerment and emotional healing in order to move forward in a positive and fulfilling way.