First off, I really enjoyed this piece.

However, the last part of the last paragraph left me with a question: how does the satisfaction of every desire lead to the dissolution of society? I think it may be hinted at with the first sentience of that paragraph, and the dream censor theme. Maybe the answer is that I should go and read Civilization and Its Discontents, but I think that if you can fit in a little more about that concept without spoiling other parts (and please don't spoil them: the piece is elegant and powerful) it could benefit the reader.

Also, although I would hesitate to introduce another thinker on the topic, I believe that Holmes may speak to a similar point about desire and society in Natural Law that could be drawn on if you wish.

-- JustinColannino - 20 Nov 2009