This dream may symbolize your desire to reconnect with your father and relive happy memories from your childhood. The lake represents a familiar and comforting place from your past, and the fact that your father is present and rowing the boat suggests that he is still a guiding force in your life, even though he has passed away. The act of fishing together may represent a shared interest or bond that you had with your father. The two mermaid dolls you hook may symbolize your longing for a deeper connection with your father, as mermaids are often associated with the sea and the unknown depths of the subconscious. The fact that you both have a good laugh about it could indicate that your father wants you to remember the happy times you shared together and not dwell on his passing. This dream may be a message from your father, reminding you that he is always with you in spirit and encouraging you to cherish the memories you have of him.