A note from Kaithlin and E-mail responses
Bonjour mes amies,
It has been several days since I've had the opportunity to chat with you. As you know, our Dream Teller has been away due to family illness. Our prayers have been answered and the family member is on the road to recovery. While Dream Teller will not return for another week or thereabouts, she is communicating with us by phone and computer. So today I will post her answers to some of your e-mail. But first I'll tell you a bit about what is going on around the office.
I suppose most people would dance a jig if their boss was out for an extended period of time but not so, here. We all enjoy being with Dream Teller for we learn so much from her and too, we like to think we take care of her. She isn't one for clock watching and very often she is here until late into the night, and that without thought for a meal. During her absence we have had some guests here with us from time to time but no one can fill her space. And believe me, no one tries.
You might wonder why someone can't just step in and take over her duties while she is gone. Well, first of all no one knows what that implies or where to start. Dream Teller' s office is, how shall I say it...sacro sanct. In other words no one feels comfortable going in there without her being there. Even Garth, Dream Teller's closest friend and ally, is loathe to cross the threshold. Now mind you we have her permission to do so,as there are many files and things of that nature we have to access during any given day (don't forget we are also working for an Author), but it just doesn't feel right . And how strange is that? Hmm, me thinks she is just being missed and we can't wait to have our resident author back with us. In truth there are certain things in that office that can only be accessed by Dream Teller and it is those which make her space seem so daunting without her there.
So, we will all be happy to have her back so things can begin to feel normal, again. And now to the the e-mail.
To Devlin in Georgia: One might take the tack that many a strange thing happens which has no explanation but I am not one to think that way. Everything has a basis for occurrence and what you have described has definite origins. The picture of the pentagram you sketched has some specifics which are not universally known to, or used by the common Witch. Certain of those symbols are representative of two powerful and evil demons. Those are interwoven into the pentagram so as not to be noticed for anything other than part of the elaborate artistry, and therein lies the danger of which you are not aware. I advise you to stay away from that wooded area until further notice. What goes on there is far and above the average satanic rituals and any one who ventures there is in grave danger. Take heed my friend and do not allow your curiosity to lead you, for there is no return from where you will end up. Blessed May You Be.
To Karen in Mississippi: Nay chatte, I do not think the climate is being controlled by supernatural means. Be careful not to allow your interests to lead you to connect all and sundry to things of that nature. Aye, and it is true that some individuals have the power to call up and embrace the elements. But one cannot cause a massive snowstorm such as has recently occurred in the North and the East, and maintain it for an extended period of time unless one is a God. I assure you the recent weather the world over is the work of Mother Nature. Has mankind contributed in some way? Most certainly many of the thoughtless things being done; deforesting, strip mining, dumping of chemicals and trash in our waterways, drilling the oceans' floors, and so on has great impact on the changes with the elements but when all is said and done, what comes from the skies is the work of the most powerful.
To Brinn in Hawaii: My dear, not even your beautiful state is safe from those who spread evil. Mayhap it is the sheer beauty and the climate that attracts or mayhap it is the history steeped in Voodoo and other religions of that nature, but whatever the attraction, yours is no safer than anyone else's.
To Craig in California: I have been over this ground time and again, but I will gladly cover it as often as needed. Role playing is not dangerous on its own merit. The danger lies in living the role to the point that one begins to believe it as reality. Goth, Vampyre, Warlock, Sorceress; whatever the role one plays, when it ceases to merely be a 'role' for its entertainment value then therein lies the danger. Once one begins to believe it as reality then naturally that person will behave out of the norm. And once one is sunk deep into what he perceives as reality he is then prime for the taking by those 'true' . What is it with you young folks that you want to be what you are not? Do you really think death preferable to your human existence? The one thing you can be sure of is that joining forces with whichever Kind has lured you in will not be even remotely the paradise promised you. You will be no more than an underling and certainly not a favored one, and when you are of no more use (which, I might add is generally quick) you will be disposed of. Sad to say but California runs neck-in-neck with New York for the types who prey upon role players. Why? So many pretty young people looking to fill a void and willing to try most anything. That is not to say the same is not true of other places, but those two states lead the pack in trying the newest and latest fad; drugs and other addictives, and yes, role playing. Recover yourself while you can and take stock of the real world in which you were obviously meant to be. Blessed May You Be.
To Michellene in New Jersey: I forwarded the pictures to an expert in rare books. What you have in your possession was thought to be no more than myth but as you appear to have an actual copy, that has turned a few heads and opened a few eyes. In order to decide if you in fact held a forgery, the expert tried to get you to let him have a look at the book. You were right to refuse and I did as you requested. I put the pictures before the Vampyre Garth de Roderick and here is his answer: Michellene, meeting with you and perusing the diary was most enjoyable. Although I was already certain that you did definitely possess the handwritten diary of one of the most powerful and evil Vampyres who ever existed, I took the samples of the paper and ink to one of my colleagues who tested them. Bingo! Yours is the real and only. While you cannot read the ancient language and only a few could, it is my belief that the diary, in the wrong hands, poses danger. I have no idea why it was among your great-grandfather's belongings but I would suggest that for the time being you place it in a safety deposit box until you decided what to do with it. I would ask you not to destroy it, as it has historical value among my Kind. Once word is out that you have it in your possession, all manner of individuals will attempt to get their hands on it, so I would caution you about telling anyone else that you have it. So far, only myself and Dream Teller know how to reach you and we will not give out that information. Take heed my dear, and use caution. In the event that you wish to sell it, I would ask that you contact me. Sincerely, Garth.
To Victoria in Louisiana: Nay, the Warlock Gregory was not in New Orleans on that date. As a matter of fact he was in Connetticut for a conference and was snowed in for several days. He has only recently returned and he will check into who is posing as him and using his name. Good thinking and thank you for the heads up. Blessed May You Be.
To Garrett in Louisiana: Apparently, you too were duped by an impostor. Gregory does not simply appear and offer to hold forth on things of that nature. It is rare that he speaks to a gathering of Outsiders and when he does, it is in a place of his choosing and not the middle of New Orleans where he would be fair game for his enemies. If as you say there were at least 150 people in attendance, all of you were being mislead. If the imposter holds another impromptu gathering and you hear of it, we would be most appreciative if you would let us know it as soon as possible. Blessed May You Be.
To Delaney in Florida: Nay dear, I am not at liberty to release that sort of information. Where safety is an issue I stand firm and 'twould behoove you to cease and desist the constant inquiries as you are merely wasting your time and my mailbox space.
To Jonathon in Delaware: I suppose that would depend upon your concept of what is safe and what is not. Common sense alone should tell you that going to a 'party' with someone you do not know, much less do not feel comfortable with, is not a safe or smart thing to do. Further, given that you have no knowledge of , as you say, 'Witchey matters' I would think you would leave well enough alone. Do you not wonder why a couple would approach you out of the blue and make such a blatant offer? They may or may not be what they claim but the important thing here is that either way could lay the path of danger. Get smart and stay safe.
Blessed May You All Be, Kaithlin.
It has been several days since I've had the opportunity to chat with you. As you know, our Dream Teller has been away due to family illness. Our prayers have been answered and the family member is on the road to recovery. While Dream Teller will not return for another week or thereabouts, she is communicating with us by phone and computer. So today I will post her answers to some of your e-mail. But first I'll tell you a bit about what is going on around the office.
I suppose most people would dance a jig if their boss was out for an extended period of time but not so, here. We all enjoy being with Dream Teller for we learn so much from her and too, we like to think we take care of her. She isn't one for clock watching and very often she is here until late into the night, and that without thought for a meal. During her absence we have had some guests here with us from time to time but no one can fill her space. And believe me, no one tries.
You might wonder why someone can't just step in and take over her duties while she is gone. Well, first of all no one knows what that implies or where to start. Dream Teller' s office is, how shall I say it...sacro sanct. In other words no one feels comfortable going in there without her being there. Even Garth, Dream Teller's closest friend and ally, is loathe to cross the threshold. Now mind you we have her permission to do so,as there are many files and things of that nature we have to access during any given day (don't forget we are also working for an Author), but it just doesn't feel right . And how strange is that? Hmm, me thinks she is just being missed and we can't wait to have our resident author back with us. In truth there are certain things in that office that can only be accessed by Dream Teller and it is those which make her space seem so daunting without her there.
So, we will all be happy to have her back so things can begin to feel normal, again. And now to the the e-mail.
To Devlin in Georgia: One might take the tack that many a strange thing happens which has no explanation but I am not one to think that way. Everything has a basis for occurrence and what you have described has definite origins. The picture of the pentagram you sketched has some specifics which are not universally known to, or used by the common Witch. Certain of those symbols are representative of two powerful and evil demons. Those are interwoven into the pentagram so as not to be noticed for anything other than part of the elaborate artistry, and therein lies the danger of which you are not aware. I advise you to stay away from that wooded area until further notice. What goes on there is far and above the average satanic rituals and any one who ventures there is in grave danger. Take heed my friend and do not allow your curiosity to lead you, for there is no return from where you will end up. Blessed May You Be.
To Karen in Mississippi: Nay chatte, I do not think the climate is being controlled by supernatural means. Be careful not to allow your interests to lead you to connect all and sundry to things of that nature. Aye, and it is true that some individuals have the power to call up and embrace the elements. But one cannot cause a massive snowstorm such as has recently occurred in the North and the East, and maintain it for an extended period of time unless one is a God. I assure you the recent weather the world over is the work of Mother Nature. Has mankind contributed in some way? Most certainly many of the thoughtless things being done; deforesting, strip mining, dumping of chemicals and trash in our waterways, drilling the oceans' floors, and so on has great impact on the changes with the elements but when all is said and done, what comes from the skies is the work of the most powerful.
To Brinn in Hawaii: My dear, not even your beautiful state is safe from those who spread evil. Mayhap it is the sheer beauty and the climate that attracts or mayhap it is the history steeped in Voodoo and other religions of that nature, but whatever the attraction, yours is no safer than anyone else's.
To Craig in California: I have been over this ground time and again, but I will gladly cover it as often as needed. Role playing is not dangerous on its own merit. The danger lies in living the role to the point that one begins to believe it as reality. Goth, Vampyre, Warlock, Sorceress; whatever the role one plays, when it ceases to merely be a 'role' for its entertainment value then therein lies the danger. Once one begins to believe it as reality then naturally that person will behave out of the norm. And once one is sunk deep into what he perceives as reality he is then prime for the taking by those 'true' . What is it with you young folks that you want to be what you are not? Do you really think death preferable to your human existence? The one thing you can be sure of is that joining forces with whichever Kind has lured you in will not be even remotely the paradise promised you. You will be no more than an underling and certainly not a favored one, and when you are of no more use (which, I might add is generally quick) you will be disposed of. Sad to say but California runs neck-in-neck with New York for the types who prey upon role players. Why? So many pretty young people looking to fill a void and willing to try most anything. That is not to say the same is not true of other places, but those two states lead the pack in trying the newest and latest fad; drugs and other addictives, and yes, role playing. Recover yourself while you can and take stock of the real world in which you were obviously meant to be. Blessed May You Be.
To Michellene in New Jersey: I forwarded the pictures to an expert in rare books. What you have in your possession was thought to be no more than myth but as you appear to have an actual copy, that has turned a few heads and opened a few eyes. In order to decide if you in fact held a forgery, the expert tried to get you to let him have a look at the book. You were right to refuse and I did as you requested. I put the pictures before the Vampyre Garth de Roderick and here is his answer: Michellene, meeting with you and perusing the diary was most enjoyable. Although I was already certain that you did definitely possess the handwritten diary of one of the most powerful and evil Vampyres who ever existed, I took the samples of the paper and ink to one of my colleagues who tested them. Bingo! Yours is the real and only. While you cannot read the ancient language and only a few could, it is my belief that the diary, in the wrong hands, poses danger. I have no idea why it was among your great-grandfather's belongings but I would suggest that for the time being you place it in a safety deposit box until you decided what to do with it. I would ask you not to destroy it, as it has historical value among my Kind. Once word is out that you have it in your possession, all manner of individuals will attempt to get their hands on it, so I would caution you about telling anyone else that you have it. So far, only myself and Dream Teller know how to reach you and we will not give out that information. Take heed my dear, and use caution. In the event that you wish to sell it, I would ask that you contact me. Sincerely, Garth.
To Victoria in Louisiana: Nay, the Warlock Gregory was not in New Orleans on that date. As a matter of fact he was in Connetticut for a conference and was snowed in for several days. He has only recently returned and he will check into who is posing as him and using his name. Good thinking and thank you for the heads up. Blessed May You Be.
To Garrett in Louisiana: Apparently, you too were duped by an impostor. Gregory does not simply appear and offer to hold forth on things of that nature. It is rare that he speaks to a gathering of Outsiders and when he does, it is in a place of his choosing and not the middle of New Orleans where he would be fair game for his enemies. If as you say there were at least 150 people in attendance, all of you were being mislead. If the imposter holds another impromptu gathering and you hear of it, we would be most appreciative if you would let us know it as soon as possible. Blessed May You Be.
To Delaney in Florida: Nay dear, I am not at liberty to release that sort of information. Where safety is an issue I stand firm and 'twould behoove you to cease and desist the constant inquiries as you are merely wasting your time and my mailbox space.
To Jonathon in Delaware: I suppose that would depend upon your concept of what is safe and what is not. Common sense alone should tell you that going to a 'party' with someone you do not know, much less do not feel comfortable with, is not a safe or smart thing to do. Further, given that you have no knowledge of , as you say, 'Witchey matters' I would think you would leave well enough alone. Do you not wonder why a couple would approach you out of the blue and make such a blatant offer? They may or may not be what they claim but the important thing here is that either way could lay the path of danger. Get smart and stay safe.
Blessed May You All Be, Kaithlin.
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