*stutters* H-h-hello.

[Lucina]

So, this is my first post. I joined just a little while ago. I don't know why I am so nervous. Maybe too much excitement, too much coffee. *giggles nervously* I am very excited to join this family because of the amount of respect and individual, positive, helpful, caring attention people give to eachother is overwhelming to me. I'm apart of a few other forums, I don't frequent them as much anymore because people are extremely mean and unfair to eachother. They constantly put people down and I for one am against that. I am just overjoyed at the amount of respect, even having a real person to welcome me. *anxious for my personalized message* :vibes: (BTW I absolutely love your selection of smilies. LOL) I checked out this site last night after having a discussion about lucid dreams with my friend. I experienced my first recollection of a lucid dream and I had a million questions but no one to ask. He gave me great advice; seek out a forum. So I did just that and was so thrilled to see you have a forum. I've read over the rules and guidelines and I've been doing some research on lucid dreaming for a while. However, I would definitely not say I am an expert. I enjoy reading at the computer a lot, and lucid dreaming has always interested me, I always envied people who could lucid dream often(or recall their lucid dreams I should say). Lucid dreaming is something I've wanted all my life. I want to be able to go to sleep at night and just enter a whole new world and be able to do there what I am not able to do in the waking world. I can be whoever I want to be, where ever I want to be. I'd be in heaven, so to speak... and if I actually wanted to go to heaven. I'd just fall asleep, fly on up to the sky and sit on a cloud and sing like it's going out of style. Umm, so I guess you want to know more about me? Well, firstly I shall introduce myself because it would be rude if I didn't. *minds her manners* My name is Lacey, I am 19 years of age and I've been a daydreamer since I can remember. It's what relieves my stress and just takes me places. However, daydreaming isn't the same as lucid dreaming. I want to take my dreaming one step further. I'm a nanny for my sister. I will actually be moving in about a month or so. Which saddens me now that I have found this site. I may not be able to have access to a computer for a while. I'm not sure, so please, be patient with me. I'm undergoing many changes in my life and relocation is one of them. I would like to throw out in the open something about myself because I feel in this forum people will not judge me(I have a horrible problem with being judged by others in a negative way and sometimes with being honest. Not that I lie, I just leave out certain details about my life because like I said, I have a horrible fear of being judged. >_<). I will probably refer to certain people(most likely in my dreams, and I want to be comfortable with explaining who they are to me). One of them I would like to explain to you who she is so you have a better understanding of the relationship we have so you can also better understand me. I'm currently in a relationship of 15 months(my longest relationship prior to this one was 2 months, and it was actually with the same person a few years back) with an amazing person. Her name is Amber, and she is the single most important person in my life. She's my rock, my moon and my everything *starts sobbing* LOL. I hope that homosexuality/bi-sexuality, isn't a problem here(I have a strong feeling it isn't *phew*). I'm very shy when it comes to my sexuality because I am constantly judged for it. Not in a "boo I hate gays" kind of way. They look at me and my girlfriend and instead of seeing a loving couple, completely taken by eachother, they see a couple of girls seeking attention from others, mainly males. This is most definitely not true. And it frustrated me to no end, so as a result of that we are very private people when it comes to our relationship. PDA is always at a minimum because a) we do not like that type of attention from others and B) we do not like making other people uncomfortable. ie: family member, friends(making them a third wheel ect). I am very proud of the person I am, and I'm very proud of my sexuality. You will never catch me parading around town with rainbows and naked women on my clothing, telling the world how gay I am with my girlfriend. Like I said, I am very shy, but proud of my sexuality nonetheless. I'm a extremely friendly person, and I enjoy good conversations. I love to learn new things and just for the record I love Enya. LOL *is listening to her right now* I like to think I have a decent sense of humor, but sometimes I can come off as 'annoying'. I don't mean too, I'm just a chatterbox who is overly friendly. I guess that's enough for now. Thank you to everyone for their time, I hope to become a great addition to this already great family & friends. I'm a bit shy, and even though I am very opinionated I will withhold my opinion, once again my fear of being judged kicks in. It's a hard habit to break, but hopefully I will overcome that fear, at least here. It'll be nice to have a place to go to and be 100% comfortable, with myself and others. So once again, thank you to everyone. Thanks in advanced to everyone who will help guide me on my journey. Hugs are free for everyone! *runs towards you all, arms spread* EDIT: Oh, I'd like to add that if anyone has any questions(I guess about me. Even ones that aren't about me, ask them anyway! ), please don't hesitate to ask. I find that answering questions is a lot easier than introducing or explaing/giving details about me and my life(which seems like a lie since I have this big introduction right above me. LOL).

[The Blue Meanie]

LOL! Heh. That's probably the longest first post I've read from a new member! LOL. But it's highly readable nonetheless. LOL. Made me smile, actually... As for being afraid of being judged... LOL don't worry about it. I've been on quite a few foums before, but I'm here to stay on DV. The community is just so friendly... you'd actually have to put some serious, concerted effort at DV to get any hostile response. LOL. I've got no problem with bisexuals/lesbians. In fact, to be TOTALLY honest, I find it VERY hard to work out why any females are straight. LOL. That's coming from a man, too... heh. But, nah, I think it's great that you're confident about your sexuality. Too many people are shy and scared about those sorts of things. I'm from New Zealand, BTW, and as far as stuff goes, we're pretty open-minded here when it comes to that sort of thing. We legalised gay marriage a couple of years back, which was quite cool. As for Lucid Dreaming? It's definitely a skill worth having. It takes a fair bit of work, though, I'm not going to lie. But, very rewarding. I've only had 3 LD's so far, but two of those, the WILDs, were just incredible experiences, even though they didn't last long. If you stick around, and put in some effort... there's no telling what you'll be able to do. again!

[Oneironaut Zero]

How's it going, Lucina? Welcome to Dream Views. Nice post. I'd respond more but I'm pressed for time but I will say not to worry, and that I think you'll fit in just fine here. If there's anything we can do to help out, just let us know. Cya around!

[Barbizzle]

Why hello What a nice first post, its long, but like Blue Meanie said, its highly readable. Let me start off by telling you that dreamviews is unlike any other forum or online place because of its family. We all have alot of respect for each other and have that sence of family towards each other. I think that has to do with the type of person you have to be persue Lucid Dreaming. I have no problem with homosexualy; my brother is gay in fact. I'm from MA, so you know we have legalized gay marridge too. And we have a large amount of homosexual/bisexual members meaning you wont have a problem feelign like your the only one or anything haha, Im excited to have you as a member, I can tell your going to love it here and we will lvoe having you. If you ever have any questions about me or anything, feel free to PM whenever.

[Tornado Joe]

Hi Lacey Just thought I'd pop in and welcome you to the forum! I will actually be moving in about a month or so. Which saddens me now that I have found this site. I may not be able to have access to a computer for a while. I'm not sure, so please, be patient with me. I'm undergoing many changes in my life and relocation is one of them. [/b] Sucks that you may not have access to the internet while you're in your transition, but we'll keep a spot here for ya, no worries. Besides, there can't be many places left on this earth without a computer hooked up to a phone jack! I'm sure you'll be back here with us in no time I'm a bit shy, and even though I am very opinionated I will withhold my opinion, once again my fear of being judged kicks in.[/b] Someone whos "...very proud of the person I am, and I'm very proud of my sexuality..." should have no fear of being judged -- girl, let 'er rip! We got members from all walks of life, chances are you'll be sharing the same opinions as others here. I experienced my first recollection of a lucid dream and I had a million questions but no one to ask[/b] Aww great, congrats We'd love to hear about it!

[Phase]

Welcome Lucina, I too can relate to the fear of being constantly judged. I always used to feel like eyes were on me when I walked out in public, or thought that for some reason everyone would drop what they were doing and would rear their attention towards whatever I thought was wrong with me (as ridiculous as that sounds). Things changed when I got a job at a science centre about a year ago which basically forced me into having to deal with the public head on (this was scary for me). After a year though, my confidence level has seriously soared. I open up to strangers now, where as a year ago, I wouldn't dare talk to a stranger for fear of saying something stupid, and often the fear alone would cause me to act stupidly. Anyways, enough with the Dr. Phil... mumbo jumbo I too have just recently joined the forum a few days back. The community seemed great from the posts I've read through weeks before joining, and the fact that it was a community of dreamers was the cherry on top for me! It's really good to see a fellow Canadian (or what seems to be a fellow Canadian) joining up, although on these forums I truly feel like nationality doesn't make any difference, but there's still a slight sense of pride involved there. Big fan of Enya as well although Enigma is my audio drug of choice! Anyways, best of luck on your road to lucidity! I've had three experiences in the past three weeks since I've been getting back into dreaming (my last before then being about three years ago), and I must say that even with only a small degree of control at this moment, it feels absolutely incredible! Cheers!

[Feynaro]

Welcome, Lu! I'm a little newbie here myself, but it is great to have you at DV! Nice post, btw. Good to see a decent "newbie" post. Aaaannndd... No need to be shy!

[Lucina]

How's it going, Lucina? Welcome to Dream Views. [/b] Thank you! haha, Im excited to have you as a member, I can tell your going to love it here and we will lvoe having you. If you ever have any questions about me or anything, feel free to PM whenever[/b] *blushes* I will remember your offer, thank you. I'm excited to be here and I'm loving it already! The people are extremely nice. Sucks that you may not have access to the internet while you're in your transition, but we'll keep a spot here for ya, no worries. Besides, there can't be many places left on this earth without a computer hooked up to a phone jack! I'm sure you'll be back here with us in no time [/b] Hello Torndado Joe. I'm sure that I'll find internet. I might move in with my friend and thankfully she has the net. *phew* I'd be pretty lost without it. I'd miss it so much. *hugs my monitor* Thank you for the welcome, I appriciate it. I too can relate to the fear of being constantly judged. I always used to feel like eyes were on me when I walked out in public, or thought that for some reason everyone would drop what they were doing and would rear their attention towards whatever I thought was wrong with me (as ridiculous as that sounds). [/b] Oh gawd, that's how I am all the time. It drives me nuts. I just have to accept the fact that some people will look in my direction. It's just nice to not be noticed sometimes. Things changed when I got a job at a science centre about a year ago which basically forced me into having to deal with the public head on (this was scary for me). After a year though, my confidence level has seriously soared. I open up to strangers now, where as a year ago, I wouldn't dare talk to a stranger for fear of saying something stupid, and often the fear alone would cause me to act stupidly. [/b] That's awesome. Hopefully I will get to that point in the future. I think once I get back out there and start working(I used to be a waitress and I never had social problems), I'll get used to working with people again. I too have just recently joined the forum a few days back. The community seemed great from the posts I've read through weeks before joining, and the fact that it was a community of dreamers was the cherry on top for me! It's really good to see a fellow Canadian (or what seems to be a fellow Canadian) joining up, although on these forums I truly feel like nationality doesn't make any difference, but there's still a slight sense of pride involved there. [/b] Welcome to the forums! Hopefully we'll bump into eachother now and again. Have a cup of coffee, sing the national anthem together. Show off some of our canadian pride. LOL *runs and gets my canadian flag foam finger* Big fan of Enya as well although Enigma is my audio drug of choice! [/b] *gives off a deafening scream* Enya! I absolutely adore her music. And I like some Enigma music. I have a couple songs on a burnt CD I listen too. Gravity Of Love and Turn Around(I think that's what it's called). I enjoy them, and I'm going to try and get my hand on some more of their music becuase I enjoy it. Welcome, Lu! I'm a little newbie here myself, but it is great to have you at DV! Nice post, btw. Good to see a decent "newbie" post. Aaaannndd... No need to be shy! [/b] Welcome to DVs as well! Thank you and I'll try my best to not be shy. I'm actually having an easy time being myself here. I <3 it here. Where has this forum been all my life?! Thank you to everyone who welcomed me! *gives you all a fresh picked flower* And to those who didn't... you get a flower anyway. It's great being here!

[wombing]

belated welcome o fresh-vibed sister as long as you aren't arrogant (which you obviously aren't), you need not worry about being put down for your opinions or lifestyle here. hell, sometimes it seems like the fully straight people are the minority here... hope you stick around, enjoy yourself, and become familiar with the awesomeness that is lucid dreaming... --- mission, bc? if so, i'm a chilliwack boy...hope you enjoyed the beautiful sunshine today...

[Meidosemme]

Welcome Lucina. Thanks for your warm introductory message! I'm about as new as you here, but I can tell you that the DV community is very friendly. I understand your fear of being judged very well, but I have the feeling that this is not a forum where your sexuality will be frowned upon. There are people from all styles and walks of life here. Do not hesitate to post your dream experiences, lucid or not, to ask questions, to answer some too, to share with us your first steps in attaining to your own private heaven!

[The Blue Meanie]

Originally posted by Meidosemme eI have the feeling that this is not a forum where your sexuality will be frowned upon. Heh. Biggest understatement of the day. (Courtesy of ataraxis)

[InTheMoment]

Sex...Lesbians...Hot brunettes...BOO!! What has DV come too!?!? Just kidding Beautiful...cop a squat for a spell, I'm sure you'll find the upholstery comfortable. ~

[Burns]

^^ LOL. Now that ITM has replied, you've been formally introduced to the sexual side of DV! All in good fun, as always. Anyway, welcome to the forum, Lucina!

[[Alpha]-0mega-]

Welcome! Well i'll try to keep this post short due to me, ''kinda'' writing large chunks of text, when i'm seriously talking. Anyway, from what i've seen you're perfectly safe on these forums, the worst that could happen here is that you'd get a trauma from reading weird dreams that people sometimes post , but besides that this forum really, is full of friendly people (bla bla, cliche, 1000 people said that already). =_= I'm a really boring person when it comes to teh forumz, but when you have any questions about LD's or LD ability's and stuff, feel free to ask me about it. Well have fun =P

[The Blue Meanie]

Originally posted by Burns ^^ LOL. Now that ITM has replied, you've been formally introduced to the sexual side of DV! * * Rape is not about sex...

[[Alpha]-0mega-]

That depends on your definition of sex If it's plain intercourse