Enjoy the group.  It helps to get answers on hand.

How do I know I'm not fantasizing? I did what you said. Sat up straight, took a  few deep breaths and thought of something that always relaxes. Water. For some reason, I'm really attracted to the water. It gives me peace.

I was underwater, and I was enjoying how it felt. Calm. Silent. Soothing. And then, the last time I was underwater like was when I was dreaming that guy I told you about before. In those dreams, I had a little bit of romance thing going on with him. (Long story.)

I told myself to stop thinking about him and to not get distracted. So, I focused more on the water and felt and saw myself float and twirl underwater. Then, the circular motion of my twirl began go faster and made a bubble around me. Then, the bubble flew towards a light. At first, I was scared. I didn't know what it was. I thought it was fire, but it was warm. And I went inside the light. It was bright everywhere.

I didn't know where I was and what's happening and began calling for someone or anyone to help me. Then, that guy from those dreams came and told me not to worry. Everything is fine and I'm fine. I saw him stand behind me. I asked him where we were and if he was real, but he didn't reply. I turned around, but I didn't see him. He was gone. And so was my bubble.

I looked for someone once again and I felt a shadow or something behind me move, but I didn't see anyone. No one came to answer my call so I wanted to leave this place, but didn't know how. Then, I kind of felt sleepy and laid on what I thought was the bottom of the light only to be back underwater again.

And I woke up. I did feel refreshed, but I don't think I meditated. I think I daydreamed or something. This isn't how meditation works, is it? What did I do wrong?

Last night was also like that. Only I didn't go into the light. I was sitting next to light because it felt nice in the silence and in the darkness. Then too, the guy came and said you're not alone. Once again, I just heard his voice.

Each meditation experience is different.  When you are in a situation you ask for help.  That is learning to open and communicate with spirit realms.  seeing this one particular person might mean it is a guide.  He does seem to help when you are feeling lost or confused.

Water is always good.  Twirls tend to escalate and make for an added energy surge.  That is what took you off.  It could be considered astral travelling instead of going to spirit realms.  

Floating in water is good - it is soothing and it brings peace to the soul - that is what you are seeking - a peaceful place.  Then you can place a symbol in the water - perhaps a fish or something that is special to the water.  On this symbol your guide will come and you will feel a change of vibration.  We do not just sit back and wait for them to do all the work and 'take' you somewhere.

Meditation is of the mind - but is not just the mind.  Be aware and alert to all things in your meditations as you experience spirit.

So, you're saying I actually did something? How do you know I didn't use my imagination when I closed my eyes? I'm not trying to be rude. I just want to make sure I did do something for real and that it wasn't my imagination. I really want to learn more about myself, and I feel as if I need to be in touch with myself. I want to make sure I did something right.

And can these spirit guides be romantically involved with you? If he is my guide, why would I dream about marrying him and having his children and etc.? Nothing is making sense...

Water is good - it is the representative symbol for spirit (energy, agency, etc.) Using water to meditate would be good as it would put your mind at rest and can be used to place a symbol to connect to spirit guides that truly care about your spirituality.  

Any guide that would come to pleasure your physical body is not for your spiritual growth.  It is time to consider rising higher in your efforts of communion with spirit.