This sounds to me like what I would consider a pre-lucid dream. You weren't entirely conscious that you were dreaming, but statements like that show that you were very, very close. I've had dreams where I said, "Well, if I were dreaming I would..." and took control. Pre-lucid.

My advice is that if you ever have the slightest idea that you might be dreaming or you find yourself talking about dreams, definitely do a reality check and make sure. If you can get into that habit of always asking yourself if you're dreaming, you'll be lucid in no time. You're off to a good start, so keep it up!

Oh, and welcome

-Amé