Now Ryan, a lucid dream by definition is being aware that you are dreaming while in the dream state. From what you've said, it makes it sound as if you're having very intense, vivid dreams! However, for it to be a lucid dream means that you are aware of your state of consciousness i.e. dreaming while in the state.

When it comes to controlling your dreams and being aware that you're dreaming during them, you've come to the right place. Welcome to Dream Views, this is practically the hub for attaining lucidity within the dream state. I would most definitely recommend the DV Academy. That forum has an incredibly large amount of resources to use to attain lucidity and to learn more about this vast subject.

Good luck!