Innledning
Chad Pelley authored the short story "I don't dream of Genie" in 2016. The title draws inspiration from the American fantasy series "I Dream of Jeannie," and it cleverly plays with the similarity between "Genie" and "Gene."
This wordplay hints at the central theme of the story, which revolves around wishes and whether they materialize or not.
Utdrag
Despite Santa Claus traditionally being portrayed as a man, Sherry secures the position, and while the idea of a woman being Santa might raise eyebrows, she appears unconcerned about societal norms.
She seems indifferent to the job's aspects involving annoying kids, as her primary focus is earning money for the seminar.
Sherry's desire to reunite with Gene seems to be a driving force in her life, even though she realizes it may not be possible.
As a result, she experiences lucid dreams where she can control the interactions and outcomes with Gene, even though she knows he does not miss her. The story captures Sherry's complex emotions and her yearning for a past that might never be relived.
The central theme of the short story, as suggested by the title, revolves around dreams, wishes, and hope. Sherry's lucid dreams are closely linked to the theme of hoping and yearning.
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