Though the pictures of my First Energy Flesh Pull are already on BME, I decided to go ahead and submit my experience. Since my Energy Pull was extremely important and personal, I want to start off, with how I came to my decision.
At A Glance Author Twiztidpink Contact Twiztidpink@bme.anon IAM Twiztidpink When A month ago Artist Chris Rosenberg, Tim, Steve Truitt Studio Needle Fetish Location Jacksonville, Florida
My first memory of discovering what an Energy Pull, was when my friend, William expressed a desire to do the Pull. I, had never heard of it, and had asked what it was. It was described to me as, "Human tug-of-war".
I was horrified. Like so many others would react, I could not understand why he wanted to do such a thing to his body. I did not want him to do it, but it was his body and I had no rights to it. I was more interested in his well being and making sure he was going to be okay. I was going to be supportive of his decision, no matter my feelings.
So, his girlfriend, his piercer, and I went with him to Baltimore. I watched as he was prepped, pierced and rigged. I became more and more comfortable with what was happening with him. He didn't appear to be in any horrible amounts of pain, he was in good spirits and very excited.
I was amazed by the whole experience. The expressions of people's faces, the energy I felt in the atmosphere and most of all the extremes which the human body can withstand.
It wasn't the horrible scene, I had imagined. It was beautiful. I wanted to do it. I wanted to feel what those strong beautiful people had.
So I thought about it, researched it, and waited for the chance to do it. Things fell in to place, and I made plans to do it while I was visiting family in Florida.
I got in touch, with the Rev. Steve Truitt of Needle Fetish. He was very patient and any questions I had, he answered. Any doubts I had, he calmed.
Somewhere along the line, I came in contact with the beautiful Jessica. She agreed to be my Pull partner, after my friend Jason decided against it. I was all set.
I arrived in Jacksonville, a week before the event, and decided to check out Needle Fetish. I wanted to check out the layout, the people and the studio before I actually did the Pull. I am glad I did. It gave me the chance to spend quality time with Rev. Steve and Rev. Alva Richcreek. I watched them work, and how they socialized with their clients and their friends. I instantly felt at ease with them. I was impressed with their Piercing studio, which is without a doubt, one of the best I had ever been in.
The day of the Social arrived. I wasn't very nervous about the Pull; I was just very excited. I enjoyed meeting even more beautiful modified people, and sharing in their experiences.
Then I spent some time with Jessica, and she shared that she really wanted to do a Suspension. I was fully supportive of her choice and I was not upset if she decided against the Energy Pull.
So, I spoke with Alva. He agreed to pull with me and I was overjoyed. I knew he would not intentionally cause me harm and he would look out for me. He knew how very important it was to me.
I became nervous as things finally began to wind down, and the only people, who were left, were the friends I had made during the last week.
Finally, Alva was on the table and his hooks were set vertical. Then was my turn. Steve and Alva had decided that a chest pull would be best, and that my hooks would be horizontal. Chris Rosenberg was on my right and Steve was on my left. Tim assisted and held my skin as I took a deep breath, and a few seconds later, I had two 6g hooks in my chest. I laid there for a few minutes, getting used to hooks and sat up. I was light headed at first, but my excitement took over and I was ready to Pull.
I followed Alva out into the Suspension area, and we were hooked together. We held hands for a few moments, and Alva allowed me to set the pace. Slowly we separated, until the rope was taught. Then I began leaning, back until I was staring at the stars. It was incredible, no pain, no worries. I felt only the tension of the ropes, and my skin slowly stretching out. I became oblivious to what was around me, until I was leaning so far back that I began to lose my footing.
As soon as I said I was unsure of my footing, my Angels were with me. Kasper was on my right and Steve was on my left. They really didn't hold me up; they just held onto my arm gently and talked to me.
Again, I relaxed and the only sounds I heard were Kasper and Steve. I don't know think I consciously knew what they were saying or doing, I just know they were gentle and reassuring.
Most of what I remember is how clear the sky was, how warm (it had actually been a cold day) safe and comfortable I felt. There was no pain, and my fear of falling quickly faded.
Off and on, I was conscious of the people around me. I saw so many smiles, and I laughed some. I don't remember hearing Alva. I do remember that he smiled a lot, and at some point that he finally started to lean back, because Chris was behind him.
At some point, Steve switched with Tim. That was about the time, I got what I needed out of my Pull. It was about that time, when I felt the release of years of negative energy. I was satisfied; I was happy and content.
Finally, I told Alva I was tired, and slowly Kasper and Tim guided me to a standing position. The ropes removed, I couldn't help embracing Alva. We were instructed to kneel, and a blanket was wrapped around us. I held onto Alva for the longest time, and I did cry.
I didn't cry because of pain or loss. It was a mixture of relief and joy. I was relieved that I had accomplished my goal and that I was still in one piece. I was full of joy, of knowing that my experience was shared with people who barely knew me, but cared about me.
Strangely, I am glad that Jessica decided on her Suspension. That was her path and I am very proud of her. I am thankful that she gave me the experience with Alva. He had already earned my affection and respect before the Pull, but now I feel bonded to him. He is my friend, my hero, and my spiritual guide.
I have been home several weeks now. I have kept in contact with my new friends at Needle Fetish, and I miss them very much. I have decided that when I do my first Suspension, it will be with them. I can not imagine doing it any other place, with different people.