Yes that's normal. The brain will use people it knows even when they are out of context. If it's strangers then it's most likely a hidden aspect of the self. Whereas known people may be symbolizing the type of person they are. Their... ummm... who they are so to speak. Sex in dreams can mean a closeness or a desire to be close. So "the R word" is forced closeness. Of course having trauma based already in that the dreams can take on new meaning. Ask yourself: these people you know that had nothing to do with anything, Is there a quality about them that you wish you had?

I'm 27 and clicked on you blog, entitled "Normal" I share you nightmares no more, but they usted to frequent and scary. I closed up Emotional and social. If I didn't know a person in Elementary, I refused
to make new friends. Constantly carrying the burden, of do they know, what if they find out. I assume you hit the checkpoint were black and white, become almost plantium and it cools and things are okay, I never notice but I hate to even spell normal, getting back to the person you remember before He/She broke your sand glass and gave you diamonds, I'm not a doctor, have a high school diploma, but I have a gift, that I didn't want or ask for. Find what make you happy as well as healthy, talk (Aspire) meet some one that can help (inspire). Aspire to Inspire, being a beacon is hard be us sleepers love the rain.

I hope I haven't offened or scared you, If I have I'm deeply sorry. I was 6 when my uncle abused me. If my Aunt had not of put a stop to it, god knows how I would turnout. I was never a "Normal 2nd grader or highschool senior. I totally just shutdown. I'm 27 now, I've been arrested countless times for drugs (Marijuana) but nothing of a felonious nature. I want to help others like me skip Alcholism, Drug addiction, and Jail. I don't tolerate any abuse of any nature towards woman and children of any nature. I'm calm and, will talk my head off. I have a small groups of Friends who without knowing have helped me defeat the undefeated daily chance I could have a mental lapse. Refert back to the 13 year old anger bitter person I once was. Not to be redudant, but you inspire me to finally take a step in right direction and meet someone wants a plantonic relationship. I thank you very much, emotional 1st day.