I hope that the overflowing pears represent overflowing opportunities. I remember in the dream fighting hard so that none fell to the ground. I think the ones that fell represent missed or lost opportunities.
I agree that I am trying to hold on too tight and it's something that I saw my Mom do with my Dad and it's also something I have done in every relationship. Now how to stop it? Being aware of the issue is a start of course.
Jen
Jen *The more anger towards the past you carry in your heart, the less capable you are of loving in the present*
