Anybody know what dreams are like for someone who's been blind all their life?

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Last Answer : This is an awesome question. Makes me wonder if deaf people hear in their dreams or what?

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Description : Okay, so what IS the explanation for premonititive dreams?

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Description : I need help understanding my dreams?

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Description : Why do I keep having dreams that I'm cheating on my husband?

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Description : Do dreams really signify something?

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Description : Does any one understand anything about dreams?

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Description : Would you answer this question about dreams?

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Description : Is it possible that dreams of flying are memories of weightlessness?

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Description : Are you ready to upload your dreams to YouTube?

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Description : Do dreams impel you to action?

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Description : How often do you have dreams that come true?

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Description : Very weird question for those who are good at interpreting dreams?

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Description : What do you think of dreams?

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Description : Do you think dreams can augur you of a calamity in the future?

Last Answer : Sometimes, but not often.