Hi djdrista,

It's not unusual for me to "click out" occasionally and not remember where I was, just as you did. And it is truly "clicking out" -- it is a blank space. I think I just get a little too relaxed to stay conscious, and I will almost always come back into awareness sometime during the meditation, sometimes right before the end for the last minute or so of the music. It's funny how that works, and I will always be slightly surprised and wonder why I "woke up" at that particular moment. What I mean is, why would I wake up then instead of waking up, say, right after the music ends...I always assume that the music is designed to bring you back into a more fully waking consciousness at a certain point, and that it works!

I think when the random images come, with practice, you will be able to remain aware and pay attention to them. They can lead you into some interesting experiences if you allow it, and you can always ask for assistance.  

It helps, I think, to set an intention beforehand, but to be open to whatever experience which might occur for you.  If your body truly needs rest it will take the opportunity, so that is nothing to worry about.  Who knows, perhaps your mind is absorbing something important in another way during that time? But, in general, I think the trick is to remain relaxed, allowing the images to come up as they will, and remember to feel love from your heart if you are in any discomfort.  

love, blink

That makes so much sense because I have heard a click...almost a crackle and that's what wakes me up..at least I THINK..hard to remember