I enjoy reading stories about people dreams and this was a good example. It is funny how you couldn't recognize your husband but you could still feel his energy? Am I wrong? Similar affect on your neighborhood. You knew it was but it didn't look like it. I don't have a take on it but I would say if you are aware you are dreaming try to do some of the things you are scared to do in real life. A mermaid-stingray sounds like the good with the bad. But I guess it is up to you. Which side are you on?