fairy tales and other distractions

I really like unreality--but only when it has some real sense to it. Allow me to explain:

Tales are terrific. They come by radio, books, theatre, and motion picture. The presentation must permit me to see the situation and to see myself in the situation (which character is only sometimes important). Printed material tends to give me this creative unreality outlet best.

I don't find myself exclusively enjoying the escapism aspect of tales. Escapism has limited appeal for me. I prefer to do things over watching. I prefer to learn than to repeat. I could not care less whether a tale is fictitious, historical, or current. Calling any of these unreality is no paradox. Each is not my reality. So, to me it is unreality.

Unfortunately, reality can't be put on hold. Nor can it be resumed at will. It just comes into the foreground with a hearty kick.