Dreams Quote by David Almond
““I have hair that drifts like seaweed when I swim. I have eyes that shine like rock pools. My ears are like scallop shells. The ripples on my skin are like the ripples on the sand when the tide has turned back again. At night I gleam and glow like sea beneath the stars and moon. Thoughts dart and dance inside like little minnows in the shallows. They race and flash like mackerel farther out. My wonderings roll in the deep like sails. Dreams dive each night into the dark like dolphins do and break out happy and free into the morning light. These are the things I know about myself and that I see when I look in the rock pools at myself.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Skellig by David Almond, 1998
The speaker uses vivid marine metaphors to describe personal identity, emotions, and inner life, emphasizing fluidity and depth.
In simple terms: The speaker compares themselves to sea elements, showing a deep, fluid self‑image.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the ever‑changing, layered nature of self.
Themes
identity
self‑reflection
nature metaphor
creativity
emotion
Mood
introspective
poetic
contemplative
Type
literary
personal
When to use this quote
- personal journaling
- creative writing
- mindfulness practice
- artistic expression
- therapy
Key Concepts
metaphor
fluidity
inner landscape
Questions to Reflect On
- How do these sea images help you understand your feelings?
- What parts of yourself remain hidden beneath the surface?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may obscure concrete self‑knowledge, making introspection feel overly poetic.
