Jami Has a Revelation

So this post started out about how I have watched Twilight twice on DVD, both times right before bed and had weird, but not scary, dreams. I was about to suggest it's the Buffy Effect when BAM! It all became so clear - it's not just coincidence. Why, you must ask yourself, are vampires suddenly so prevalent in pop culture? I mean, sure, the idea of vampires has been around for quite some time, but haven't you noticed that the vampires lately are just a bit different. Sure, they kill humans and drink blood, but it's not because they want to; it's a biological urge that they can learn to overcome. They don't want to be monsters and murders, at least not all of them, they just have to work on not killing people. Is this some sort of cosmic accident? Of course not. It's a vast conspiracy to increase our comfort level with vampires. What better way to find easier prey than convincing your lunch that you're deep down, a nice guy? You don't think the Volturi are smart enough to realize that if vampires are nice families of the undead who don't want to kill you, it's gonna be a lot easier to lure you to the house. And just look at Angel, Buffy, and Twilight (I haven't seen True Blood, so I can't speak to that). Not only are the vamps able to overcome being evil, they also are sexy, fun and cool. Insidious! Don't fall for it, friends. Or, don't say I didn't warn you! Joss Whedon, a vampire in disguise or just part of the conspiracy? Discuss.