Dear Dr. Siegel, Since my grandmother passed away seven years ago I have had recurring dreams about her, perhaps once every couple months. It's very comforting and I feel connected to her. What else do you think this means? She became ill with dementia and Parkinson's disease the same month I left for college, so I did not know her as the vibrant woman that she was when I was an adult. Thank you very much! Laura McElwain

Dear Laura, My grandma passed away in 1990. Since then I have had many, many, many dreams about her, and the small town that she lived in. (Almost every night!!!) I adored my grandma, and find these dreams to be very comforting. I watched a TV show once about re- occuring dreams, and how many times dreams take us back to early childhood. A few years ago, I went my seperate ways with a man. Many times I dream about him, and wake up in a bad mood that lasts all day. Those are the days I wish I go back to sleep and dream about grandma. It's a lot more fun. All my best to you, Brenda