A Surreal Journey: Laying Low Under the Moon

Introduction: The Start of the Trip
Seeking Refuge: Why We Chose to Hide
The Skull on the Wall: A Hallucination Begins
Trying to Break the Illusion: The Skull That Wouldn’t Disappear
Distorted Perception: Senses Out of Control
Phenomenal Changes: The Moving Moon and a Shifting Sky
Conclusion: A Confusing but Entrancing Experience

Introduction: The Start of the Trip

The trip began with an unexpected decision to lie low. For reasons that weren’t entirely clear at the time, we found ourselves lying down on the concrete, trying to stay hidden. We had chosen a spot just outside a trailer park, far from prying eyes. Whether it was paranoia or caution, our main concern was avoiding detection—by the trailer park residents, or worse, the police. The idea of being caught or interrupted was the last thing we wanted.

Our choice of location was strange; we preferred staying at the edge of the school grounds, away from the central areas where anyone could easily spot us. Without giving it much thought, we laid down below a fence, between the school and the trailer park, for hours on end. It was an odd decision that in hindsight made no real sense, but it felt necessary at the time.

Seeking Refuge: Why We Chose to Hide

While reflecting on why we decided to stay hidden, it was clear that the fear of being discovered weighed heavily on us. The thought of someone ruining our trip was a lingering concern. Perhaps it was just the state of mind we were in—heightened awareness or outright paranoia—that led us to find a place where we could stay out of sight. We wanted a location that would also allow us to run if we sensed any trouble, especially from the police.

This need for secrecy and safety drove us to a somewhat ridiculous hiding spot. Laying on the hard concrete, just out of view of the trailer park, we spent the next few hours in this peculiar place, not moving much and barely registering how absurd it was.

The Skull on the Wall: A Hallucination Begins

Before settling down, the trip’s first real hallucination took hold. My friend was already starting to feel the effects of the mushrooms, and as we explored the area, we came across a small concrete wall near our spot. It was here that I saw something that immediately captured my attention—a skull, vividly etched onto the surface of the wall.

Of course, there wasn’t an actual skull there. It was just the mushrooms twisting my perception, creating a clear image out of nothing. This visual effect is known as pareidolia, where the mind turns random patterns into recognizable images. It wasn’t uncommon for me to see faces or other forms while tripping, but the skull was different. It wasn’t a typical face or the ancient, megalithic expressions I’d seen on previous trips. This was a full-on skull, staring back at me with unnerving clarity.

Trying to Break the Illusion: The Skull That Wouldn’t Disappear

Even though I knew it was just a hallucination, the skull refused to fade. No matter how hard I tried to shift my focus, it stayed stubbornly in place. I would look away, then look back, and it was still there, as real as ever. I even tried ignoring it for a while, hoping it would disappear on its own, but nothing worked.

This strange, persistent vision stayed with me for the entire time we spent at that spot—around two or three hours. Even when I was lying on my back, staring up at the sky, the skull was still visible when I glanced at the wall. It was as if my mind had locked onto that image, and nothing could shake it loose.

Distorted Perception: Senses Out of Control

As time went on, everything around us became more and more distorted. The visual hallucinations were just one part of the experience. Our senses were warped in every possible way. Sounds from the environment twisted and melded together in strange, abstract ways. Nothing made much sense. Our perception of reality was fading into a chaotic mix of thoughts, sounds, and sights, all blending into each other in ways that were both overwhelming and oddly fascinating.

This stage of the trip wasn’t the most visually stunning or deeply emotional, but it was an intense mental experience. Everything felt like one giant, incomprehensible puzzle—a "mindfuck" as I would describe it, though it was not an unpleasant one. It was manageable, even enjoyable in its confusion, as the world around us seemed to undergo a transformation that defied any logic.

Phenomenal Changes: The Moving Moon and a Shifting Sky

One of the most striking elements of the trip was how the natural world around us seemed to shift and move in impossible ways. The moon, which was hanging low in the sky behind a tree, appeared to change positions throughout the night. At times, it seemed to rise higher; at others, it sank back down, glowing a deep, yellow-orange hue. The stars and sky also seemed to dance and flicker in ways that defied explanation.

Even now, I’m not entirely sure how much of this was a result of the mushrooms and how much was real. It was hard to tell where the hallucinations ended and reality began. Both my friend and I commented on how strange and nonsensical everything seemed, but we were also captivated by it all—the sounds of the night, the vastness of the sky, and the constantly shifting moon.

Conclusion: A Confusing but Entrancing Experience

In the end, the trip was a mix of confusing, contradictory sensations and awe-inspiring moments. Nothing about the experience made logical sense, but that was part of its beauty. The shifting moon, the persistent skull, the distorted sounds—everything worked together to create a surreal and entrancing journey that left us both in awe.

While we may never fully understand what happened during those few hours, the trip remains a memorable and mind-bending adventure, one that taught us just how strange and unpredictable perception can be when altered by the mind.