I dreamed that my mom moved into a new house and invited a lot of people over.
While she was entertaining the guests, I offered to cook. I opened the fridge and found a package that looked like vegetables. I thought I could chop it up and make a dish.
Since there were so many guests, I decided to cut up a watermelon. I asked my mom if she had a knife, and she told me to find one myself. All I could find was a small Swiss Army knife, which made it really hard to cut. I ended up slicing the watermelon into thin strips, put them on a plate, and served them to the guests.
When I walked into her kitchen, I found it strange. Even though the rest of the house had brand new decorations, the kitchen was old-fashioned with a traditional stove. There was a small stove with a large iron wok on it.
I couldn't understand it. I asked my mom, "This kitchen doesn't match the rest of your house at all!" She said it was fine because she was used to cooking in this old-fashioned way.
I said, "But there's only one burner and one big iron wok. You can only cook one dish at a time." She still said it was fine.
I asked, "Why didn't you renovate the kitchen along with the rest of the house?" She replied, "I don’t plan on inviting guests into the kitchen anyway."
I still found it very strange. They spent so much money to decorate the other spaces beautifully, but the kitchen looked so old-fashioned.
夢見媽媽搬進新房子，她邀請好多人到她家。
她在招呼客人，我說我來炒菜。我打開冰箱，有一包像是衝菜。我想說待會我可以切一切，就來炒一道菜。
因為有好多客人，我就想說來切西瓜好了。我問媽媽有沒有刀，她叫我自己去找，結果我只找到一把小的瑞士刀，很不容易切。我把西瓜切成細條狀，放在盤子裡，端出去給客人吃。
我走進她的廚房，有點奇怪。她這明明是新房子，房子內部是全新的裝潢，可是廚房卻是古早燒灶的廚房。有一個很小的灶，上面還有個大鐵鍋。
這實在超乎我的理解。我問媽媽：「這個廚房跟你房子其他地方完全不搭啊！」媽媽說沒關係，她習慣這種老式的做菜方式。
我問：「可是這裡只有一個爐嘴，也只有一個古代用的大鐵鍋。這樣子，你一次只能煮一道菜。」媽還是說沒關係。
我再問：「你裝潢時為什麼不把廚房也弄一弄？」媽回說：「反正我也不會請客人來廚房。」
我還是覺得很奇怪，其他空間花了那麼多錢，裝潢得那麼漂亮，可是這個廚房看起來卻這麼古早。
Ending 1: The Kitchen Transforms
After serving the guests, I decided to take a closer look at the old-fashioned kitchen. To my surprise, as I started exploring, the kitchen began to transform. The old stove and iron wok vanished, and modern appliances and sleek countertops appeared. My mom smiled and said, "I wanted you to see that change is possible, even when it seems unlikely."
Ending 2: A Hidden Passage
As I continued to wonder about the old kitchen, I noticed a small door behind the stove. Curious, I opened it and found a hidden passage leading to another part of the house. Inside was a fully modern kitchen, complete with all the latest gadgets and a spacious dining area. My mom explained, "This is where I do my real cooking. The old kitchen is just for show, to remind me of where I started."
Ending 3: Guests Join the Cooking
Seeing my struggle with the small knife, some of the guests offered to help. They brought their own kitchen tools and together we managed to prepare a feast. The kitchen, though old-fashioned, was filled with laughter and camaraderie. My mom said, "It's not the kitchen that matters, but the people in it."
Ending 4: A Lesson in Tradition
After questioning my mom about the kitchen, she invited me to cook a traditional dish with her using the old stove and iron wok. As we cooked, she shared stories and wisdom passed down through generations. I realized the kitchen wasn't just about cooking; it was a symbol of our family's heritage and values.
Ending 5: A Magical Surprise
Feeling puzzled, I took a moment to rest in the living room. Suddenly, the old kitchen began to glow with a soft light. I returned to find that it had magically transformed into a blend of old and new, with modern appliances seamlessly integrated into the traditional setup. My mom said, "This kitchen represents balance—honoring the past while embracing the future."
Ending 6: A Dream Within a Dream
I decided to take a nap in one of the beautifully decorated rooms. When I woke up, I found myself back in the same kitchen, but it looked different. Everything was new and modern. I realized I had been dreaming within a dream. My mom walked in and said, "Sometimes our mind plays tricks on us. What matters is how we adapt to change."
Each of these endings adds a different layer of meaning to the dream, reflecting themes of change, tradition, family, and personal growth.
Interpreting dreams can be quite subjective, but here are some possible interpretations of the dream:
Conflict between Tradition and Modernity: The contrast between the newly decorated house and the old-fashioned kitchen might represent a struggle between embracing modern changes and holding on to traditional ways. Your mom's comfort with the old kitchen might symbolize a resistance to change or a deep-seated attachment to past methods and values.
Perception of Readiness and Preparedness: Your attempt to cook for the guests and the difficulties you faced, such as finding only a small knife, might reflect feelings of unpreparedness or inadequacy in certain aspects of your life. It could indicate anxiety about not having the right tools or resources to handle a situation.
Family Dynamics and Roles: Your mom's actions and responses in the dream could symbolize her role in the family and how she handles responsibilities. Her insistence on using the old kitchen might reflect a belief that her way of doing things, even if outdated, is still effective and sufficient.
Hidden Inconsistencies: The dream might be highlighting perceived inconsistencies or overlooked issues. The beautifully decorated house versus the old kitchen could symbolize a situation where everything seems perfect on the surface, but there are underlying problems or neglected areas.
Independence and Resourcefulness: Your efforts to find a knife and serve the guests, despite the challenges, might reflect your resourcefulness and willingness to take initiative. It could also indicate a desire to contribute and support your family or social circle, even in difficult situations.
Symbolic Representation of Change: Moving into a new house generally symbolizes a new phase or change in life. The dream might be reflecting your feelings about a significant change or transition, highlighting both excitement for the new and discomfort with leaving the familiar behind.
Ultimately, the interpretation of your dream can depend on your personal experiences, feelings, and current life situation. Consider how these themes resonate with you and any specific events or emotions you are experiencing.