Similar to having a conversation with a 13 year old that knows everything. I just got to keep them talking until the truth becomes apparent to them.
I wish this worked with some adults I know. Although keeping them talking would be less enjoyable.
blessed, I do feel for you since I have my similar dreams that seem to center on clothing, not being able to get ready fast enough, often with travel or suitcases in the dreams - missing connections, making others in a group wait because I can't contain all the things that need to be packed. Odd, since I have so few group travel experiences. But, yes, the piles of potential clothing grow larger onto the floor in the dreams, while it becomes more difficult for me to make good decisions about them. I'm sure the clothing is just a dream-metaphor for general overwhelm because I am certainly no clothes-horse and own about 5 pairs of shoes at a time.
I would think your many ta-das would be a visual antidote to the dreams! You got so much done.
A big recycling push for me today. Much kitchen spiffing.
Company tomorrow morning. Sort of prepared. Also I need to head out on small errands.