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For some of us at the Vampire Rave, we felt a true 'calling' to perhaps come here.

Yes, in some cases we were directed to a 'cool vampire site' and wanted to be one of the chosen 'few' to be in the know. However there -are- a few that link themselves and perhaps a few others to the true sight and sound of this website, and others like it.

Case in point-- for those also into Wicca/WitchCraft, Vampires or just the knowledge therein-- there seems to be a calling as of late. Does anyone else feel it?

It's the half heard whisper that causes you to turn around when you're trying to concentrate on something else. It's the 'magnetic pull' out into the night, on the end of the street when you know no one will be there.

The feeling disappates when you get there, bloodlust gone if there is any, and you feel some sort of peace. You energy is up, and you could do a lot more things... but for some reason you do not know what exactly you -should- be doing.

Perhaps you pace the floor or give the dog an extra walk around the block to not let the others know who and what you are a chance to figure you out. You look somewhat normal, but others have said you've a presense, perhaps the nearest 'calling' is actually you. The pull being that which helps you make friends so easily, or talk the professor into an extra day to refine your work.

As of late, this is what I've been experiencing. The last few months have been a twist in the right direction for me, needing to find others as if something is about to happen, or some realization that the meeting with others will resolve when we come in contact with each other.

Again, something as of late seems to be calling to me-- but I am not the only one. A few others, ones in my biological family also feel this strong pull-- to move, or gather in small groups to talk, share theories of what exactly is going on.

Has anyone had dreams as I have (Read journal, 'OBE/ Dreams')? Is there something that fits into the puzzle of who and what we are-- for those rather recently Awakened as I am, for those wanting to Awaken and come here to try and find that nearby link?

The Calling I've had at least, has also induced moments of extreme paranoia, and complete calm all in the same hour. My senses have heightened (except for hearing, sadly), but at some level I feel I hear more (on another plane, perhaps?) moreso than here.

Anyone have thoughts, ideas, information that perhaps would be useful? I'll also paste this to my journal in the first category for those wishing to puruse it in the future, in case this is lost.

There is indeed a "Clarion Call" being sounded. You may answer this call if you feel incline to do so. Know there is no such thing as 'being too sensitive.' The choice is still yours to take. Many are feeling this pull to the Higher planes. Not all will decide to follow. Learn to trust in yourself, and learn to validate your truth.
You are not alone.

As for your hearing, it is dependent on the opening of your 6th Charka. This is the last to open, not your 7th. Be patient.

I have felt this "calling" that you speak of. It's strange yet wonderful.

The Calling I had when joining here was to find like minded people who could understand me.

I found this in most so I remained here.

Also found out I could talk about subjects that where I live it's difficult to find people ready to talk about them,since most are a taboo.

I also had other accounts in other comunities but I deleted them when I decided to remain here.

As for vampires:I like the information I get here and other information about paralel subjects especially the paranormal and witchcraft since they are two of my interests.

I feel the calling everyday,exactly as I wake up I log in, to check what's going on the site.It never happened before I joined teh site :)

the reason i have been drawn here is also to find like-minded beings that would understand. also i was tired of the narrow minded bull i had to put up with every day. and the fact that a lot of you are poets like myself is the best part

there is a callin for just about anybody its what draws you toward something to find out what it is all about

me-i was drawen to things of a demonic nature and i am now in to wicca things not hard core bu i still do stuff with magic i have to start doing it more though because if i dont for a while then when i do a stronger spell it really can wear me out

I've also felt a calling, feeling myself drawn to others more, both online and off. I feel the need to teach and learn more and more. Though it isn't as strong as your calling seems to be.

By the way, loved the Rush quote, imagesinwords.

Narakyndryn, this is amazing to me! I was just sitting here the other night wondering how did I come to find VR in the first place and I just have no recollection of finding my way here. I just found it, perused, and then immediately signed up and felt at home and at peace here...

I've been in a crossroads with many aspects of my life and doing the soul searching I have been... that one dream started up again, for what purpose? What is trying to get through to me?

This site is 'home' - talking to those that I have in my short time here, kindred spirits and so many creative people...

Well said, girl, well said.

Obviously there is a calling of somewhat but it doesn't necessarily mean that is has a direct link with vampire rave.... I am saying that maybe it's not the site itself but since we have let so many types of people here maybe there are a certain few that have triggered a sort of calling that we all indeed want to follow..... Sort of like a cause and effect type of deal..... This somehow strangely sounds like the whole book version of Queen of the Damned.... I am only referencing this because I think that it is sort of interesting how the two sound similar (sorry if I misspelled that) but when Marius is talking in the begining to those who are planning to kill Lestat.... Anyways I do feel a pull and I do feel as if something is calling forth people but it could also be something insignificant or something astounding......

I understand and hear that call as well. I am wondering if perhaps it's just the season.

That was very interesting to read, thank you for shareing that, and yes your right there is a calling for some and for others it was a whisper, as for me it was both!

My original plan was to join, check the site out and leave, but now I find myself stuck...maybe that's the reason why

My calling is to observe the people here, get to know them, interact with them. On the otherhand, I admire the infrastructure this site has been founded upon.

The lore of all that is dark intrigues me. I have a drive to level up here, and do graphical work for others on VR. To appease.

I have to agree with all of you, this place must have a drawing affect on us. And it does feel like home being among such like-minded people. It is almost eerie that such a gathering exists, a community of different communities seperate to the 'mainstream.'

As for a calling to something more...I have lived my whole live being called to something. Something others decry. I think its my destiny, after all, life is what happens while we're waiting for our destiny to find us.

I’d like to reply to every one who reads this forum, and when it closes to have a copy of it for reference’s sake. If I spell your name incorrectly, please note I –am- going to try and reply to everyone—so you’re not alone. Just be patient with me, I'm almost officially on vacation. :)

Yes, this “Clarion Call” as BillytheJust put it, is very strong now, as I’m close to boarding the plan on the 31st to come back on the 4th in the hopes of making yet another connection (I’ll be looking up the official definition in a moment). As far as the hearing, I’m planning on working on that, and perhaps in the presence of others more ‘fine tuned’ as it were, things will brighten for me, and I’ll be able clarify what I’m planning on doing as a whole.

Imagesinwords—I’m glad you’re digging my mind frame here. So much to know, not enough –to- know until it’s found. When I realized Cancer was owner of my beloved vampire radio that disappeared (after I showed it to too many people? Ha! It was a link setup when you went into a creepy house of mine on a game called Furcadia). I hope you continue to enjoy it. :)

ForlornPoetess—Yes it is stranger but wonderful, but even more so, it has been giving me the most curious dreams as of late. People I ‘meet’ and ‘dine’ with, and then come to know over a series of events—like last evening and the kilted gentleman. Oh how I love me a Highlander, being a Scot’ myself.

Deathnitegrl—Same here, however there is a pull because of the well learned individuals among the flock as it were—in fact ElderDaniel and I were just talking about that the other day—our House is in last place, and we still write, and make merry, happy in knowing we’re not in it for the points, but the knowledge.

Nymphetamine77—There are more poets here than you think, I assure you—sadly I’ve discontinued placing much of my work up for judging, as I get the same lame comment to every single thing—from people just desperate to heighten their level of being here.

Kansas—not necessarily, I’ve been drawn to those with no knowledge at all. Not sure what –that- would be about, but perhaps I did take something away from the experience, just without knowing it.

LaMuerte—It’s been strong for months now, luckily I should be getting my check from the IRS soon (crosses fingers) and it’ll pay for my trip. Still haven’t received it, which I find to be very, very odd. Hopefully it’ll be a b-day surprise when I need it to renew all my ‘old people goodies’ (car insurance, new license at age 23, etc). I also feel the need to learn more—another reason I go.

DarkestDesires—Many of us feel the same way, dear. For some reason we just can’t turn away, or have no idea what brought us here in the first place—just ‘lookin’ up vampires’ as I tell my boyfriend quite often. If I find any more information on the calling and my findings going abroad as it were, I’ll be sure to post them somewhere and make note of it in the forums. Maybe, just maybe, my trip will also enlighten others around us.

Shadowmemory—I never said it did—but for many, especially those younger generations here, there seemed to be a pull of sorts. As far as referencing the Queen of the Damned—never thought of it, actually. Having read the book nearly 5-6 years ago, I didn’t fit the pieces together on that one. Again, once I’ve information from my trip, I’ll let everyone know. I’m going to try to be very, very detailed about it.

SatinMist—No, I have the ‘call’ you speak of more so during the Fall months—having been born in Florida and lived here nearly all my life—I’ve never seen the leaves change till just this past October, and I’ve –never- seen snow. It’s the pull of wanting to go north as opposed to going south. ;) However –this- spring call is certainly no Easter bunny. Hopefully it does give mind goodies, though.

GhostWitch—I am glad you enjoy my writing, as many will say, it’s my one true pleasure in life. To have such an item up for ‘rent’ in the mind however, I’m very, very glad. Also made me smile to see you were entertained in the same manner I was.

MistressD—Oh it is –extremely- hard for many of us to just tune in and drop out, as it were. As long as you remain civil but curious, you’re all right in my book. J

MrCrow—Well let me say welcome then, as I don’t believe we’ve met. Hopefully you’ll continue to enjoy observing as I do the dissection of many forums. The lure of darkness is a very strong pull. It brings comfort and slumber, but it also can bring surprise.

Salemjones—Not eerie really, but I know what you mean. Knowledge and the clean cut ability (thanks to the Dominars) to find the bs and true knowledge here and there. As long as that calling remains, you’ll always have something to rely on when the times get tough and the moments stretch hours. Sometimes it just takes the ever-slightest moment to trigger what needs to be done—hold onto that. It may be calling you to the one place/person you’ve been waiting for.

Thank you for all the wonderful replies. I really didn’t think this would go off as well as it did. Typing this in word it spans just over two pages. Face it, I like writing in length.

Back from vacation as of early this morning-- it was amazing.

The call was strong, adn I know why now-- so many people, so much information-- it was absolutely fantastic. A breath of fresh air where the feeling of enlightement was all around us.

Don Henrie was a complete sweetheart the entire time, being cordial and loving to each and every one of us. Willing to talk and stay up with us till nearly 6am at times, and even tidying up after us when we wanted to do it for him.

A few small picture shoots, but sadly not many of my pictures came out.

Just as you could see the Luxor from miles way-- after the last embraces just last evening-- the feeling lingers even still.

He wanted me to call him just before I took off and when I landed-- it was amazing. Just conversing with other vampires and enthusiasts there were ideas-- a total renaissance of ideas and notions, craft and word.

I networked, bonded and felt like a family. It was... just amazing. It has me in tears even now.

Sounds incredibly great!

I know what you mean and yes billy was right on the chakra thing. My tgird eye has not closed in days. I will be visiting your profile

yes it was chakra to come here.
as i was listener of VampireRadio in first and my best female friend is a damn 40 yrs old sexy hot goth (greets Beaker!) i was hmmm... send to come here by my chakra

i think this is a good place, you meet people who are similar and being judge for being different.

i study wiccan so i feel a lot of callings. there hard to tell if they are good or bad though.

I feel lots of things, I tend to block them out because they do my head in.

I'm still on a high from my visit to Vegas. I feel as if I've truly been changed. It's amazing.

I'm so glad others feel that way.

I have been searching for a site like this for a while. I just feel like I belong.

I do not know why I came here. I was sent a random link on my xanga site, and, though I usually ignore them, despising sites like vampirefreaks, I clicked it and ended up here. Within five minutes of reading about the site, I was signed up and have been hooked since. This place became my new home, though I still wonder why I was picked by LadyLoveCat to be sent the link.
And as for the call you were describing . . . creepy. I'm not wiccan, nor do I consider myself an awakened vampire, but I've been feeling something very strong for the past year or so. Not constant, ever changing in tone and direction, but . . . that's just creepy.

I feel there are a lot of us in 'transit' this year, as it were.

Many of us as of late seem to be 'renaissance men/women,' dabbling more and more in the arts than sciences, with paintings and writings.

I have a feeling I should be painting, but until I've the money to do so, sadly it lays stagnant. Besides, the one person I wish to paint for will be moving in about a month or so, so I'll be doing it moreso as a 'house warming' present.

A necklace of mine (appears to be a lode stone, though the coloring seems odd, almost hematite-ish) has finally come to terms with another one of mine-- being able to occupy the same neck as it were, and with quite a bit of harmony. It seems to 'understand' however that sometimes it needs space from the other and vice versa, so they take turns while I'm at work.

It`s weird isn`t it you have the web at your finger tips , you can go to any web page you want. But where do you spend the most time, well for me i spend it here...
Sleen

Just think of the people that do not have a computer or are on-line. They may have a calling to get a computer or must get on-line, and have no idea why. I get many of these callings and never know why until after it happens and I look back and say, "So that's why!." Same as here on VR.

I was guided here by someone else, but before i came i keep feeling a tickle at the abck of my mind, its like i am waiting for someone to walk up behind me but never does and i keep having a recurring dream about walking a road and meeting someone.

Heim

I agree with many on here. When I was informed about a place I could go and chat and get information on Vampires without being looked down on, I had to join. And I am glad I did!

nope don't belive in callings do what ever the fuck i want lol

Jesus Christ! Woman, you always make long posts that make me drool!!

Here I was thinking about Camino Paltrino and the Band of The Calling and Alex Band..LOL!

Anyways, yes, I agree, Vampire Rave has a sort of gong that has reverberated to our ears and has called us here and here we are, wallowing in the good things and enjoying it and also exchanging a lot of things about Vampires, The Gothic side of everyone and anything else.

It's just like home.

It is still not complete.

I do not understand, nor do I "hear"

But I am pulled, and the pull is greater each day.

So much so that I am starting to feel trapped, yet I must finish my reason for being where I am, but the call... it burns me from the inside.

i have felt the calling and answered it i will never turn my back on it. i love it!!!!!!

sahahria-- I admit when I got to the airport that night to be wisked away to Vegas, I felt somewhat trapped.

I went with it though, knowing that 'movement', that 'migration' is what needed to be done.

I came back in one piece-- and perhaps a bit more whole when you get right to it.

Well, I have to say that my calling was from Imagesinwords. She told me "join and have fun" and sure enough she was right. Now that I'm here it's like a man needing his fix. I gotta come online a little bit everyday. And that everyday turns into longer & longer

I was born into a highly chatolic family..thus when i started wicca i was highly discouraged..but during these 6 years of study, everytime i quitted wicca, i felt the call once again for it...now i am gully into the path of wicca and i feel that i have found my true faith for me...also now i am having other calls which are related to me finding my true self...may the goddess keep her hand on me...and even on others that have such need

blessed be

I have felt the call that is why I am here and I will not turn away

I plan on writing another journal entry at some length on this. Perhaps even writing about my trip to Vegas at length--sights, sounds, etc-- so keep a lookout.

i cant stand boybands, rap, and crap like that. i dress in black and wear dark make up. a morbid sense of humor, and im not to fond of the sun. this place makes me feel comfortable.

I too have felt it..... I joined because I could no longer go without contact with my own kind. I have lived most my life without this contact and it didn't bother me. I was secure in the knowledge in knowing they were out there but now.............

My dreams also changed for awhile. Instead of the normal night terrors that take hours to get over each morning I was visited by someone who made me feel whole in a manner I could have never expected. Then one night he was gone and he has not returned to my utter dismay. I have no idea who or what he was or if I will ever meet him again..........

I look forward to hearing from others with similar experiences or anyone who has any ideas on who or what he is/was......

The calling has not finished for me, i thought it was guiding me to VR but now i am here it seems to have strengthend, my dreams are still of walking in the rain and meeting a cloaked figure in a long room.

my friend told me to join. but i dont think i have ever had a calliing before

Loviatar-- Well met, and yes, I've had the same experience as it were. However I felt that a certain someone that I met up with in Vegas certainly helped shed light on the psyvamp side of things-- and even in a few kind words things clicked.

I can only play 'Wish You Were Here' by Pink Floyd on the acoustic guitar.
But the past few weeks I keep dreaming about playing the guitar; going so far as to re-learn, in my dreams, how exactly to play 'Wish You Were Here'.

I couldn't really afford it, but I woke up two days ago and went and bought Ted, as I call her now. She's a Gibson. We're beginning a beautiful relationship together.

This is only part of that 'calling' you're talking about, at least with me. I'm 22 years old and haven't gone to college yet, and I'm getting this desperate desire to finally go. I'm working through and getting over some things that have haunted me for years. All within the past few weeks...

I personally believe that this calling has nothing to do with anything specific (computers, vampires, guitars, etc.) and everything to do with becoming who you are.

For better or for worse.

I added a journal entry of the beginning of my 'Calling' adventure years ago up till the last few months. Just in case anyone is interested.

I didn't have a "calling" so to speak, a friend of mine sent me the invite, and I tought to myself, I can do two things at once keep in touch with her, and gain knowledge on the Vampire world.

I have felt a strong pull out into the night, a liveliness about it. A pull to walk the earth toward whatever calls out to me and it surely does feel wonderful.

That's good...

Oddly enough, talking with a friend of mine from 'back in the day,' he mentioned there have been a -lot- of vampires as of late in his area. He never noticed it before, knowing my nature as it morphed and grew, he felt it best to explain-- which he did.

I then explained this forum, so I'll be sending him a copy for review.

I have also had these experiences, too. They were quite frightening at first, but I guess I've juss gotten used to them. My first few experiences were seeing things through another's eyes.
Shadowgirl

It's nothing to be scared of.

I even admit I was hesitant of going on my jurney-- but I leaped in and went for it.

Best thing I've ever done in my life.

I feel it as well but on a different level. This may sound a tad bit corny but i feel like my soul or me partucaularly is being called to a companion waiting for me and I get these strange feelings of elation, crying when I'm not sad and the like. it is the most peculiar thing. I hope I find whoever he is and hope that a bond with take me out of this mess I feel myself sometimes being pulled into

i love this place- it is a online game, a database and a wonderful place to meet ppl who are as me . beyond description

Scaria-- That's rather beautiful, actually-- not corny. Who kows, maybe I met the one I was meant for elsewhere, if only a glance.

Ohh, the possibilities while I was in Vegas. :D

I've felt a calling to many different things, and people. I believe a calling is what leads us into relationships and friendships as well as oppurtinites, careers, and religions.

i think what called me here is the possiblity of toher guardians lurking around, it is part of what i do to seek out others of my own kind wether awakend or not. but something here past that holds me here. maybe its just a sense of belonging someplace for once.

Guardians... hmm.
To guard or be guarded-- I wonder what holds true in our society-- vampires, psys in particular.

More meditation and a few days of mastercleanse. It helped put thins in perspective. I plan on doing it more often.

I too have expierenced this calling. I had long ago buried that part of my character that is vampiric. Recently, for no apparent reason I have had a "re-awakening" as it were. The vampiric and psychic portion of me has again come to the forefront. Oddly enough, shortly after this was when I tripped over this site. I say tripped, because I can not honestly figure out how I got here, nor what I could have been searching for. But, I have found this "home" as many others have called it, and I cannot help but wonder myself if there is any correlation.

I have no Insight on this topic.. but I too, have felt this odd "calling" Something that wakes me up in the middle of the night to and peer through the window, waiting for something, thats unknown, and unseen. I get these urges to do something but I have no idea what.. and for some reason my luck has increased! At first I was lucky in card games and video games.. i thought it was just me.. but no! I beinging to find things! the other day I found a crystal stuck in a crack in the sidewalk.. and the just tonoght I found a money rolled up in the middle of my street with no one around.. and my dreams... I cant even begin to tell u bout them... IDK if its just me or maybe i am "awakening" but I dont think it was chance that had me read this forum! I dont think ur alone!

yes thats why i say set me free the callin tells me that a woman will become my mistress and my lover

darklordyoko-- No offense, but if you're looking to be 'set free', this is not the thread for you.

This is meant to be a more spiritual topic than -many- of the ones here. Take it as it is, or I'll go ahead and close it myself, leaving those I know who read this and do not post (you know who you are... I see you) in the absolutely dark.

I continue to write about my recent Calling as it were. I'll be sending it to someone I trust will enjoy the reading, and looking into getting it published officially with a bundle of my poetry.

I knew this was a important meeting place along my True Path...Many Great Minds collected here...I am Honored to be a part of this expand community...

Enigma, I'm honored that you're here. There seem to be very few of us, reguardless of the number who grace the site.

i have heard that calling many a time....

To respond once again. I have always felt a calling and was not sure what it was or where it came from. When I was awakened the pull for different things rose in me.
I have always looked for things outside societies norm. I have always been drawn to Wicca/Witchcraft. After my awakening, I began to look for sites that would appeal to my true nature. A friend recommended this site. I have been to others and found the truly lacking. Here, I feel comfortable.
Which for me that is a rare thing indeed.
I am glad to be apart of this online community.
Awesome thread btw.

Thank you, dearie. :D

As of late something else calls to me. Something more inward, more personal than anything else I've experienced.

The feeling is amazing if you have it.

Lately I have felt a calling that I could not explain or figure out. Then by sure chance I found this community of people who seemed to answer the echoes I have felt within myself for quite awhile now. The more I read and talk to people here the more it just feels right. I belive I have found a place to finally belong without having to hide most of who and what I am.

I've read and went away and then read this again.

I'm still a little unsure how to respond, but I'll simply say why I'm here.

I came looking because I was pushed, rather than called. Though, I've always felt a deep attraction to the occult, I've no love of vampires, in the fictional sense.

I never knew anything about this way of being until the last few years. Even that was sketchy.

Google hit me with VR as the first stop in vampire related discussion forums. So I joined and met many here that I now call friend.

I was introduced to other forums which were slightly on the haughty side of 'truth and justice' for vampires.

So I got pissed off with their attitude and they got pissed at mine. We don't talk any more, which surprises me, as I had thought them to be mature enough as 'Respected Elders', to have the good graces to at least respond to my honesty with them.

So, calling? No. More of a falling, only to be smacked with a bat when I got close enough.

yep i got this like everyone else, when i first felt it i didnt know what i felt, but when i got back on here it went away somewhat... when i knew what was being called i had this urge to come online using my fone. didnt work too well but it was a bit and felt a bit better.... though it is still unsure of what we seek its got something to do with here and something more powerful...

Being called and being summond is the same thing.

who called you?

i too have felt a growing need. especially during the first and last quarters of the moon. becoming increasingly thirsty for energy and real blood.

does anyone else feel a tingling sensation in their mouths where their canine teeth are during certain phases ofthe moon?

yes i myself had the calling and i found myself here and i am glad i found vr i have made many new friends like myself and that understand the way i feel about this vampire life

I don't know how I got here. I was looking for something totally unrelated in a search engine and this site came up. I registered instantly and never looked back. Everyone here is turely unique and interesting and I have learned so much. Sometimes you stummble into what you truly are looking for without realizing you were looking. (It's nice to be home*sighs happily*)

Nara - my interest in the supernatural as well as my interest in vamps and demons rolls in and out in waves at certain points in my life. I've never felt a calling as much as certain coincidences will trigger a strong reaction with me. It may be something as simple as a website invite or a new friend mentioning literature on a study that i used to practice.

I do feel a strong affinity with this site so far. It brings up thoughts and imaginings from over a decade past. It pushes little buttons of interest quite well and it more strongly fulfills my need to 'debate' beyond things of a more mundane nature like politics. Perhaps that is what you mean by a calling for those of us that aren't quite as in tune with our beliefs as others.

well I have to comment again about this calling.... well I was walking down to the store today to get some food, for my house, and I was about to cross the street, when a thought I heard someone yell my name, I turn around to see who it was and noone was there and just as I turn back around a car runs the red light and through the cross walk where i would have been standing... its this a calling or something else...

what can I say? I'm addicted

deathangel-- wht you're referring to is more like a 'guardian glance', as I call it.

In an instance like this, something is tryig to get your attention-- in your example, to keep you from harm or grab your attention to make your day go along smoothly.

I get this a LOT at work, where my name (both this SN here and my given name,) and it almost always tends to be the same tone and inflection. It's almost as if to say 'I'm here-- don't forget!'

I'm starting to write a lot more, so hopefully there will be more things in my journal, like that under the new heading 'Happenings' (it's updated from my post in the House forum.)