Dreams Quote by Jandy Nelson
““At night, when we were little, we tented Bailey's covers, crawled underneath with our flashlights and played cards: Hearts, Whist, Crazy Eights, and our favourite: Bloody Knuckles. The competition was vicious, All day, every day, we were the Walker Girls - two peas in a pod thick as thieves - but when Gram closed the door for the night, we bared our teeth. We played for chores, for slave duty, for truths and dares and money. We played to be better, brighter, to be more beautiful, more, just more. But it was all a ruse - we played so we could fall asleep in the same bed without having to ask, so we could wrap together like a braid, so while we slept our dreams could switch bodies. (Found written on the inside cover of Wuthering Heights, Lennie's room)””
About This Quote
Source Book: Wuthering Heights (Lennie's room), author unknown
Children use games to create intimacy and escape loneliness, turning play into a secret ritual for comfort and connection.
In simple terms: Kids play to feel close and safe.
Key Takeaway
Use shared activities to strengthen bonds.
Themes
friendship
intimacy
play
ritual
escape
Mood
nostalgic
intimate
reflective
Type
narrative
emotional
cultural
When to use this quote
- sibling relationships
- nighttime routines
- shared hobbies
- comfort seeking
Key Concepts
psychology
ritualistic behavior
social bonding
Questions to Reflect On
- How do shared games affect emotional closeness?
- What risks arise when play replaces open communication?
A Different Perspective
Games may mask deeper emotional needs and can become unhealthy coping.
