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True Spooks 2013: True Ghost Stories

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Picnic table skull (photo by Tui Snider)
Picnic table skull (photo by Tui Snider)

Welcome to the 2013 True Spooks blog carnival

No matter what you believe, ghost stories can be a lot of fun! Each year, I host a Blog Carnival with true ghost stories as its theme. If you’re still in the mood for more spooky tales after reading this batch, check out past years’ ghost stories at: True Spooks 2012 and True Spooks 2011, too.

Welcome to the October 25, 2013 edition of true spooks – share your ghost story:

Ajay presents Ajay Cheruthon’s Blog: The Ghost Tracks of San Antonio posted at Ajay Cheruthon’s Blog, saying, “Check out the mystery behind the Ghost tracks of San Antonio and what mysterious force pushes cars uphill.”

Patrick Keller presents Children who have spirit friends… posted at The Big Séance, saying, “This is one of several posts I’ve written as I read Andrea Perron’s anthology of the true events that the movie “The Conjuring” is based on, “House of Darkness House of Light”.”

Robin Bremer presents HAPPY Halloweenie- A different view of Halloween | Robin Bremer.net posted at Robin Bremer.net, saying, “Here is a different view of the Supernatural and Halloween”

Marcy Ebert presents Witch Confessions | Confessions of Witch Housewife posted at Confessions of Witch Housewife.

Patrick Keller presents Haunted Summer Reading Part One posted at News From The Spirit World, saying, “Part One of my guest post for News From The Spirit World. @BigSeance”

Ajay presents Ajay Cheruthon’s Blog: The British Columbia Feet Mystery posted at Ajay Cheruthon’s Blog, saying, “Check out the true story of human feet being brought ashore on the coasts of British Columbia.”

Patrick Keller presents Why do we assume? | The Big Séance posted at The Big Séance, saying, “Inspired by my students at my school, paranormal TV, and my experiences with EVP and paranormal investigation. Twitter is @BigSeance”

JeanNicole Rivers presents Homemade Hauntings: H. Annie Marshall (Violin Annie) | JeanNicole Rivers posted at JeanNicole Rivers.

Vadim Koystinen presents Spooky in style posted at BESTYLUS, saying, ““In Memory of the Late Mr. and Mrs. Comfort” is a photographic fable shot in 1995 for The New Yorker by uber photographic legend Richard Avedon.”

Patrick Keller presents My Rapper: Missing you, old friend | The Big Séance posted at The Big Séance, saying, “A look back at one of my more interesting paranormal research experiences. @BigSeance”

Vanessa Morgan presents On the set of a haunted house movie | Vanessa Morgan posted at Vanessa Morgan.

Patrick Keller presents Haunted Summer Reading Part Two posted at News From The Spirit World, saying, “Part Two of my guest post for News From The Spirit World. @BigSeance”

Robin Bremer presents Experiences in The Supernatural Video’s | Robin Bremer.net posted at Robin Bremer.net, saying, “Experience the supernatural. 1 1/2 Hours of videos of people telling about superantural experiences.”

Lily presents Psychics News | Tarot Blog | Connecting with the Afterlife – Should You Talk to the Dead? | Kooma Magazine posted at Kooma Psychic Blog ~ Kooma Psychics News ~ Kooma Tarot News ~ Kooma Tarot Readings ~ Kooma Psychic Readings, saying, “There comes a point in many people’s lives when they think about a deceased friend or relative. It may be that they wish they had told them certain things before they died, or are left with unanswered questions themselves.”

Robin Bremer presents What are Some Miraculous Signs, Miracles and Wonders From God? | Robin Bremer.net posted at Robin Bremer.net, saying, “Here are some of my supernatural experiences:

I am going to share some of my experiences with you that I have had in the supernatural, in order to show you that God is the same today as He was when He walked the earth. This is a relationship, a relationship has encounters, and I want to encourage you to expect to have supernatural encounters with God daily.”

Vanessa Morgan presents Abandoned haunted convent in the Netherlands posted at Vanessa Morgan.

Patrick Keller presents Flies and Hauntings: You Can’t Really Kill What’s Already Dead | The Big Séance posted at The Big Séance, saying, “Another article inspired by my reading of Andrea Perron’s “House of Darkness House of Light”, which is the true story and events that the movie “The Conjuring” is based off of. @BigSeance”

That concludes this edition. Submit your blog article to the next edition of true spooks – share your ghost story using our carnival submission form. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.

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Mindful Travel: from Picnic Hacks to Camel Washing

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Me & my shadow (photo by Tui Snider)
Me & my shadow (photo by Tui Snider)

 

Welcome to Mindful Travel: Even Home is a Travel Destination

This Blog Carnival is a round-up of posts and articles celebrating mindful travel. Read on as travelers share what’s interesting about their hometown, as well as offer tips for cultivating the best travel mindset, because even home is a travel destination!

Backyard Travel: Picnics, Camping & Local Sights

Gadi and Tun presents Photo of the week: Camel wash in Akko posted at Being In Awe – dreaming and traveling together saying,

“We’ve caught this scene while walking on the streets of Akko, Israel. Akko is a very beautiful old city on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea in Israel. But we will write more about this in our later posts. Here we just wanted to share this unusual sight of “camel-wash” in the middle of the street.”

Zhu presents More Candids in Ottawa posted at Correr Es Mi Destino, saying,

“It’s sum­mer here in Ottawa (finally!) and every­body is out enjoy­ing the nice weather.”

Kevin Giffin presents 6 Tips for Having a Great Camping Trip With Your Family posted at Summer Nanny, saying,

“With the right planning and attitude, you can have a fantastic camping trip with your family that makes for a wonderful vacation and a chance to get out and see the world.”

Michelle Brown presents The Best Summer Picnic Hacks of All Time posted at Nanny Net, saying,

“These hacks can help you plan the most efficient and effective picnic, even if you don’t have an entire day to plan and pack the gear.”

Mindful Travel: Solo Travel Safety, Zen & the Travel Mindset

Curt Pesmen (@Rewire_Me on Twitter) presents Can Zen Help Beat Travel Stress? posted at Rewire Me, saying,

“Can it actually happen? Can Zen help beat travel stress, particularly in the airport security area? If so, how? And how do we get there?”

Leo Babauta (@zen_habits on Twitter) presents Travel Lessons with My Family posted at Zen Habits, saying,

“For me, the traveling lightly philosophy isn’t just in what you pack (though that’s a good part of it), but in how you approach travel. Here are some lessons learned.”

Mindful Travel Network (@mindfulnetwork on Twitter) presents Safety Tips When Traveling Alone posted at Mindful Living Network, saying,

“Traveling solo, especially in foreign countries, might be intimidating at first, but it doesn’t have to be. If you take Mindful steps to protect yourself and stay on guard you’ll soon find yourself relaxing and growing from the experience.”

Andrew (@bytefulcom on Twitter) presents Top 7 Reasons Why You Should NOT Travel, Ever posted at Byteful Travel, saying,

“Having been writing articles focused on travel for a while (and gone on many adventures), I feel it’s my responsibility to you, my savvy reader, to tell you something that I’m sure you’ve needed to hear for a while now. That’s right, today I’d like to share with you the Top 7 reasons why you should NOT travel… ever.”

Sara Rodriguez (@MindfulTravel_ on Twitter) presents Best Tips for a Pleasant and Comfortable Flight posted at Mindful Travel by Sara, saying,

“We love to discover faraway countries but, how can we avoid an uncomfortable flight and spend the journey without overwhelm ourselves inside the plane?”

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That concludes this edition. Submit your blog article to the next edition of Mindful Travel using our carnival submission form. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.

 

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Road Trip Travel Tips: from Packing Hacks to Carsick Kids

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It's fun to drive through a tunnel of trees (photo by Tui Snider)
It's fun to drive through a tunnel of trees (photo by Tui Snider)

 

Welcome to Road Trip Travel Tips

Summer is winding down, but it’s still a great time to hit the road and explore the world beyond your hometown. This blog carnival is a round-up of articles with travel tips ranging from packing hacks, bike storage ideas and how to deal with carsick kids. I hope it inspires you to hop in the car and see something new.

In fact, if it does and you blog about it, I invite you to submit your blog article to the next edition of Road Trip Travel Tips using our carnival submission form. In the meantime, I hope you enjoy this round-up of road trip travel tips:

David Bar presents Best Backpacker Bars In Southeast Asia posted at Barwhiz Blog, saying, “Here are some of the below-the-radar bars to visit while touring Southeast Asia.”

@TravelTot presents 5 Organization Tips for a Stress and Mess-Free Vacation posted at Travel Tot, saying, “Vacations are one of the best parts of summertime, but packing for a trip tends to be more stressful than enjoyable… Whether you’re taking a day trip or flying halfway around the world, use the following travel organization tips.”

@StacksAndStacks presents Bicycle Travel Storage Tips for Your Road Trip posted at Bike Racks Blog, saying, “In my opinion on two wheels is the best way to see any location, urban or forest. However, before you strap that bike onto the car and hit the road, read through some bicycle travel storage tips so you and your bicycle have a safe and fun trip!”

@KCEdventures presents The Ultimate Road Trip Guide for Families: Packing Tips & Why Getting There is Half the Fun posted at KC Edventures, saying, “We have been road tripping for the last 17 years and it’s no longer a big deal to pack up the car and head out on a trip, so I thought I would share some of the things that we’ve learned along with a few ‘Fisher family secrets’ to planning and executing an awesome road trip for the family! ”

@StewartCDJR presents Tips for a Relaxing Road Trip posted at Stewart CDJR, saying, “Going on a road trip? Be sure to check out these tips and tricks.”

Teri Jones presents How to Prevent Car Sickness in Toddlers posted at Nanny Jobs, saying, “Car sickness can present with feelings of nausea, dizziness, fatigue and other uncomfortable symptoms, thus turning a fun-filled road trip into something messy and altogether miserable. There are ways to stave off the worst of those symptoms, though, and these tips can help you do just that.”

That concludes this edition. Submit your blog article to the next edition of Road Trip Travel Tips using our carnival submission form. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.

 

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Haunted Travel Blog Carnival!

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Marble angels at the Athens, TX cemetery (photo by Tui Snider)
Marble angels at the Athens, TX cemetery (photo by Tui Snider)

 

Welcome to the Haunted Travel blog carnival

I’m pleased to present a blog carnival focused on paranormal travel and tourism. Have you ever stayed in a haunted hotel or motel? Have you ever driven out of your way to check out the site of an infamous ghost story or joined a ghost hunting session? If so, click on over to the Haunted Travel carnival submission form and share your eerie tale with us!

Our first edition features the following six tales of ghostly travel:

1. Shelly Tucker presents Ghost Hunting at the Saint Anthony Hotel posted at This Eclectic Life, saying,

“Ninety per cent of our hotel staff is too frightened to work on this floor,” he said as the elevator doors opened on the tenth floor of the Saint Anthony Hotel. With a mischievous smirk, he led us out of the elevator and down the corridor to room 1080 which is (according to the staff) THE most haunted room of the hotel. I was too busy taking pictures to notice that I was shaking so hard my knees were knocking together. The halls of the hotel look like something right out of the movie “The Shining.”

2. Paranormal Stories presents Seven Sisters Inn posted at Paranormal Stories, saying,

“So, is the Seven Sisters Inn haunted? You can find out for yourself. The Purple House has been reopened, remaining a bed and breakfast.”

3. Courtney Mroch presents 7 Haunts to Jaunt between Nashville & Memphis, Tennessee posted at Haunt Jaunts, saying,

“Park officials often deny any reports of the paranormal, but rumors abound about phantom drumming, gunshots, and marching, as well as rumors of a pond [which] some claim on occasion turns blood red…”

4. American Ghost Story presents Delivering Babies posted at American Ghost Story, saying,

“Common wisdom says that children and old people are the most sensitive to ghosts. A couple from Pensacola had a few stories for me the other day, but the stories weren’t the most interesting part.”

5. Kathryn Knight presents True Ghost Story form Salem’s Lot posted at Kathryn Knight Books, saying,

“The other night, I thought I heard someone climbing the stairs over and over, up and down, accompanied by the sound of change jingling from a pocket…
The noise stopped, but I still had to get up and investigate.”

6. Tui Snider (yes, that’s me!) presents Ghosts of Denton, Texas: Haunted History Tour posted right here at Tui Snider’s Texas, Travel, Photos & Reviews, saying,

“What makes this haunted history tour fun is not so much the subject matter, but the fact that Shelly is a masterful storyteller. That lady can sure spin a yarn! Shelly could have led us on a tour of a thimble factory and we still would have clung to every word.”

That concludes this edition. Submit your blog article to the next edition of haunted travel using our carnival submission form. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.

 

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Traveler’s Show & Tell: It’s a Big One!

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Texas road trip sunset (photo by Tui Snider)
Texas road trip sunset (photo by Tui Snider)

 

Welcome to the July 2013 edition of traveler’s show and tell.
As you can see, this edition of the Traveler’s Show & Tell is a big one. Some of the bloggers have included their Twitter names, so you can look them up there as well as leave comments on their posts. I hope you enjoy this armchair world tour!

Zhu presents London’s Parliament Square posted at Correr Es Mi Destino, saying, “Par­lia­ment Hill is one of my favourite land­marks in Ottawa : it’s a scenic place with great views on the Ottawa River, and there is always some­thing going on in front of the Cana­dian parliament. So nat­u­rally, in Lon­don, I was drawn to Par­lia­ment Square and West­min­ster, the local “equivalent”.”

Angela presents » An Animator in Italy… posted atEvolve and Express, saying, “This is an article about working abroad in ‘animation’ in Italy. It’s a story about how I moved to Italy with 50euros, not speaking Italian and had one of the best summers of my life :)”

Sheila A. Scarborough presents Hidden Civil War: long-forgotten Camp Ford posted at Perceptive Travel Blog, saying, “Sometimes you find U.S. Civil War history in unexpected places….”

Byteful Travel presents How Being Patient got me a Free Backstage Pass to Meet Jónsi: Part 1, Concert Review posted at Byteful Travel, saying, “For those of you unfamiliar with Jónsi, the legendary singer of the band Sigur Rós, let’s just say that when I found out he was coming to Wisconsin, it was kind of a big deal. And if you’re not familiar with Sigur Rós or Jónsi, you’ve probably heard their music at some point, such as in the film “Vanilla Sky”. What I didn’t realize when I arrived at the concert was that I was about learn a lesson in the Power of Patience, resulting in an incredible backstage surprise.”

Kimberly Sanberg presents 5 Staycation Ideas: What to Do on a Staycation posted at Go Green Travel Green.

Laura presents Little Children + Wild Dogs = Mommy Nervous Breakdown posted at Laura Dennis Blog, saying, “After living in Serbia for a year, I didn’t even realize I was changing from an anxious mommy into a relaxed, (slightly more) fun one. Twitter – @LauraDennisCA”

eemusings presents Five free (and easy) things to do in the South Island posted at NZ Muse, saying, “Five free (and relatively lazy) things to do and see in the South Island of New Zealand!”

Savannah Olshove presents Savannah’s Adventure: Guatemala Trip, Part 1.2: Wilber posted at Savannah’s Adventure, saying, “Thoughts from a recent trip to Guatemala”

Amanda Keeley-Thurman presents Hello Halloween! posted atHot Mama Travel

destinationeu presents Day Trip to Piran posted at Rear View Mirror, saying, “Photo essay of coastal town Piran in Slovenia. Twitter: @destinationeu”

Sassuolo Modena presents Palazzo Ducale, Sassuolo. posted atSassuolo on VisitSassuolo.It, saying, “Sassuolo, near Maranello (Modena City), is a nice little city in the heart of Emilia Romagna, Italy. Arts, Culture, Food and the best ceramic tiles all over the world. Youe vacancies in Sassuolo, Italy!”

freelee presents Bamiyan Valley, Afghanistan posted at Weird Wonderful World News.

Change Your Life presents Vipassana Meditation Retreat: A Personal Experience posted at Change Your Life.

Henry presents 72 Hours in Panama’s Stunning San Blas posted at Finding Freedom, saying, “Previously, I wrote about the first day of my three day sailing charter through Panama’s unspoiled San Blas Islands. This post covers the second day of that trip. On this day, I explore several islands that were so serene and peaceful that they could have been right out of a daydream. I also muse on my past life as a corporate employee and have an awesome beachside BBQ with other travelers. What a great day!”

Beata Antoszek presents Camping with My Baby posted at Mom & Dad Camping

Foxy presents The Big Parade Los Angeles posted at The Golden Fox Girl

Texas road trip sunset (photo by Tui Snider)
Texas road trip sunset (photo by Tui Snider)

Byteful Travel presents Nudged to Bloom: When Following my Intuition led me to Radiant Flowers posted at Byteful Travel, saying, “At last! I reveal my Summer Chicago Adventure. In the coming weeks, we’ll explore the Chicago Museum of Science & Industry (MSI), revisit The Bean, explore the Lincoln Park Zoo, visit the Buckingham Fountain at night, experience the lovely band She & Him live, and much more. But today, we start with two truly photogenic surprises I found on my way to MSI Museum and the powerful metaphor behind that experience.”

Rick Villa presents Fold Over Note for the Traveler posted atPersonalized Stationery Blog – Gifts In 24.

anna.deguzman@nerdwallet.com presents Eating Your Way Through San Diego: A Local’s Guide posted at NerdWallet | Travel, saying, “Not only is San Diego, CA beautiful, it’s home to some delicious eats, as well. Here are our favorite SD food & drink destinations. Happy eating!”

Webmaster Lubbsheez presents Best golf destinations in India – Unique India Tour posted at India travel blog.

Cerise presents 5 Things to Do in Beijing (That You Probably Don’t Know) posted at The Beijing Apartment Blog, saying, “Hi Tui! My Twitter name is @beijingabode, though I’m just starting the site and haven’t developed Twitter yet at all! Here’s my description for this submission: Whether you’re traveling to Beijing for the first time or you’ve lived here for years, there are more undiscovered gems in this dense and immense town than you probably realize. Join me in a look at five of Beijing’s great sights and experiences you won’t want to miss, that you most likely didn’t even know were there to be missed.”

Angella Grey presents What To Bring On A Vacation To The Beach posted at Faraway Vacation Blog, saying, “What To Bring On A Vacation To The Beach – If you want to splurge, head somewhere like Bora Bora, Barbados, or Aruba.”

Angella Grey presents Visiting Scotland posted at Faraway Vacation Blog, saying, “Visiting Scotland – If you take to four wheels to visit the surrounding area, be sure to check out some of the stunning fishing villages that are located along this spectacular piece of coastline.”

Dan Robinson presents 30 Blogs with Tips on Winter Destination Vacations for Families posted at Aupair Jobs, saying, “Making travel arrangements for a family vacation can be complicated at any time during the year, but may seem especially difficult when you’re also managing the stress of the holiday season.”

Laura Anderson presents 10 Great Destinations to Bring Kids on a Field Trip posted at eNannySource.

Photography Journal presents Art Of East Jesus posted at Photography Journal, saying, “article with photographs about a community of artists in the most remote place in Southern California , known as Slab City or “The Last Free Place in America”.”

Go Green Travel Green presents 5 Best Resorts with Farm-to-Table Restaurants posted at Go Green Travel Green, saying, “Twitter @gogreentraveler In the past few years, more and more travelers seek out farm-to-table restaurants when booking green resort stays. We’re not an exception: when my family and I travel, we like to try local cuisine whenever possible. Not only is food grown locally eco-friendly, it also enhances our understanding of a place and its agricultural roots. Nowhere is it easier to eat locally while on vacation than at the following U.S. resorts with farm-to-table restaurants.”

Mark presents Penny Farthings: Not as Easy as Riding a Bike (Oamaru, New Zealand) posted at Travel Wonders of the World.

Zhu presents A Fall Day along the Ottawa River posted at a href=”http://correresmidestino.com”>Correr Es Mi Destino, saying, “On a beau­ti­ful fall day, we headed to the Ottawa River—cooler tem­per­a­tures by the water usu­ally bring the best fall fea­tures, includ­ing inter­est­ing clouds and vibrant tree colours. Twitter: @Xiaozhuli”

destinationeu presents Weekend Guide to Lille posted at Rear View Mirror, saying, “A weekend guide to visiting Lille in the north of France.”

Tourismjournal presents raja ampat – paradise islands posted at Tourism Journal.

Angella Grey presents All Inclusive Vacation Caribbean posted at Faraway Vacation Blog, saying, “All Inclusive Vacation Caribbean – Once accommodation has been secured in one of the best all inclusive resorts, it’s time to take it easy and enjoy your Caribbean All Inclusive Trips on your favorite island.”

Kerin Gedge presents Kerinthian’s: Currumbin Animal Sanctuary – A Review posted at Kerinthian’s, saying, “Lizards to the left of me, kangaroos to the right of me? Where else but Queensland Australia? Here’s my recent adventure in Queensland’s Currumbin Animal Sanctuary…”

Texas road trip sunset (photo by Tui Snider)
Texas road trip sunset (photo by Tui Snider)

Leslee Haralson presents Goat Island | Ready for Adventures posted at Ready for Adventures, saying, “On a recent trip to Hawaii my family ventured off the beaten track and walked out to Goat Island off shore from Laie, Oahu. It was exciting to brave the waves and explore this bird refuge surrounded by a coral shelf!”

Diana Hall presents Chillaxing in Sutherland posted at Pausing Place

Maria Christiana presents Vietnam Trip : Colorful Bac Ha posted at Miss Bulbul.

Kevin Giffin presents 10 Trips All Families Should Take posted at Summer Nanny, saying, “There are a few places in the United States that all families should visit.”

Leyla Giray presents Seyssel: The Last Day of the Year in Small-Town France posted at Women on the Road Blog, saying, “The last day of the year in my small French town, Seyssel.”

Samantha Wong presents Little step on the Earth : Vineyard visiting & Wine tasting in St. Émilion posted at Little step on the Earth.

Samantha Wong presents Little step on the Earth : Tour Eiffel posted at Little step on the Earth.

Tourismjournal presents Krabi Town, The Jewel Of Andaman Sea,Thailand posted at tourism journal, saying, “my twitter account : @tourism_journal”

Meghana presents Luzern to Interlaken Panoramic Train, posted at Around The World, saying, “The most scenic route Luzern to Interlaken in Switzerland covered by the Panoramic Train.”

Rebecka Reddick presents Michigan: Where the Leaves Crunch Louder posted at Confessions Of A Planomaniac.

Jeremy Zongker presents Cost Saving Alternatives to Hotels posted at Economy Trips, saying, “Hotels are one of the greatest expenses on a vacation. With a little research you can save a lot on alternative lodging.”

Edgardo Enriquez presents Jersey, Channel Islands: My 5th Destination posted at The Accountant that makes life easy for Non-Accountants and the SightseE-GUY, saying, “Thank you for posting my blog”

David Bar presents 10 Coolest Ice Hotel Bars posted at Barwhiz Blog, saying, “Whether it is located inside a tree or under the sea, let’s face it, there are some pretty interesting places around the world where one can kick back and have a drink. Some of the coolest places to warm up with a cold one this winter are in the bars of these 10 amazing ice hotels.”

Holiday Baker Man presents Kamuela Provision Company – Hilton Waikoloa posted at Holiday Baker Man, saying, “Dinner with a view”

JemLawren presents Is Traveling Only But a Dream: Top Travel Destinations posted at CULTURE OF VENUS, saying, “There’s nothing more refreshing than being exposed to a new culture or custom.”

Vanessa Morgan presents Antwerp Zoo in photos posted at Vanessa Morgan, saying, “@eeriestories”

o0aquamentus0o presents Our Stupid Brains posted at Strolling Toward a Mountain of Tigers, saying, “Twitter name: o0Aquamentus0o One long-term traveler and expatriate resident of South Korea muses on the paradoxical danger and importance of stereotyping.”

Cerise presents 8 Things to See in Beijing You Won’t Want to Miss posted at The Beijing Abode, saying, “A colorful tour of Beijing, with a list of all the must-see sights in town. Get ready to spot gorgeous sites, listen to breathtaking opera, and salivate over some delicious Peking duck.”

Pa Ul presents Travel Blog of Pa Ul posted at Travel Blog of Pa Ul.

Rajiv Krishnaswamy presents Hiking and swimming in the Kuang Si Falls of Laos posted at Feed Me Travel, saying, “The beautiful Kuang Si falls outside Luang Prabang are famous for their inviting turquoise waters and natural bathing pools. Twitter: @feedmetravel”

That concludes this edition. Submit your blog article to the next edition of traveler’s show and tell using our carnival submission form. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.

 

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True Spooks 2012: True Ghost Stories

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Cemetery angel (photo by Tui Snider)
Cemetery angel (photo by Tui Snider)

 

 

Welcome to the 2012 True Spooks blog carnival

No matter what you believe, ghost stories can be a lot of fun. Each year, I host a Blog Carnival with true ghost stories as its theme. Last year’s was chock full of paranormal goodness, so if you’re still in the mood for more spooky tales after reading this batch, check out, True Spooks 2011, too.

True Ghost Stories:

Diane J. Reed presents Real Ghost Photo! posted at Bandits Ranch, saying,

“When I received an email from a friend asking if the Autumn leaves had peaked in my area, I decided to stop by the old farmhouse to take a photo of the glorious maple tree beside it. I didn’t think any more about it until that evening when my husband stumbled across the photo in our joint email account. “Honey,” he said, “where did you get this? Did you see the ghost in the window?” Sure enough, in the upper far right window of the farmhouse there appears to be a person staring outside, smiling at m “

Mandy Fleming presents My First Ghost posted at The Lost Creek Medicine Show, saying,

“The first ghost I ever saw was the best a paranormal investigator could hope for – a full bodied apparition.  Only I was not on an investigation.  I was a sophomore in high school in a sleepy little mining town in Kentucky.”

Charming Elements presents Dark Mysterious Encounter posted at Charmingelements.com, saying,

“I saw a figure standing just outside our house looking down at the ground. It was dressed in a long brown or black hooded robe. I was surprised to see anyone there at all. No one has any business being on our property at that hour of the night”

Linda Aksomitis presents Meeting the Ghosts of Bardstown posted at guide2travel.ca, saying,

“I’d never found any concrete evidence that ghosts really existed–even though I believed they did–until my trip to Bardstown, Kentucky. There, I communicated with Waleta using a divining rod, met some young mediums, and even snapped a photo of ghosts in the Jailer’s Inn where I stayed.”

Foxy presents The Haunting!!! posted at thegoldenfoxgirl.com saying,

“I’m not one to believe in ghost or things of that nature but last night something happened that I just can’t explain. I thought I would share the story with all of you and see if you can explain away this weird little happening.”

Patricia Lynne presents Scare Me Blogfest posted at Patricia Lynne, saying,

“The purpose of the Scare Me Blogfest is to write about the scariest book that you’ve read, Movie you have watched, Ghosts you have encountered, and/or to share your own scary story.”

Linda Poitevin presents Amityville Revisited: My Red-Roomed House posted at Parajunkee, saying,

“My husband and I both worked shifts, which meant I spent many nights alone.
While it became more and more difficult for me to go up to our room if DH wasn’t in the house (even in broad daylight, never mind the dark), I was a rational person and not about to give into my imagination…One night in the middle of winter, however, that changed….The three of us slept on the couch that night…and every other night that DH worked a nightshift for the rest of our time in the place.”

Cemetery angel (photo by Tui Snider)
Cemetery angel (photo by Tui Snider)

Other Anomalies: Not Quite Ghosts (but still quite odd!)

Vanessa Morgan presents Shadow People posted at Vanessa Morgan, saying,

“Shadow people are human-shaped hooded forms that can be seen out of the corner of your eye. Strangely enough, the amount of eyewitness reports is increasing at an alarming rate. Is this because more people are talking about this phenomenon so others are admitting to it? Or is something more eerie going on?”

Tui Snider presents Alien Gravesite in Aurora Cemetery: The Roswell of Texas? posted at Mental Mosaic, saying,

“Like many older cemeteries, the one in Aurora, Texas has a Texas State Historical Marker. While pioneers, cattlemen, farmers and soldiers often figure prominently on such signs, what makes this historical marker so unusual is that it mentions a spaceship crash in 1897. A spaceship crash? In Texas? In 1897? Yes, indeed! “

Basil presents CCR 016: Rob Skiba Interview posted at Canary Cry Radio, saying,

“Rob Skiba interview regarding nephalim, Shadow people, DNA, nimrod, fringe christianity, the new world order, revelations, end days.”

Overgrown headstone (photo by Tui Snider)
Overgrown headstone (photo by Tui Snider)

Ghost Hunting Tips:

Shelley Tucker presents Cemetery Etiquette for Ghosthunters posted at This Eclectic Life, saying,

“There is a word for people like me. I am a “taphophile.” Simply put, it means that I love cemeteries and graveyards. As much as I love wandering in graveyards, there are rules of etiquette that apply. If you are thinking of a visit to a cemetery, I hope you will keep these in mind.”

Jennifer Saksa presents WavePad Analyzes Electronic Voice Phenomena posted at NCH Software Blog, saying,

“When investigating paranormal activity audio, recordings can be made and analyzed later, sometimes bringing sounds and patterns to the surface that I didn’t pick up with my ears alone, but after I review the audio, using WavePad, there’s an EVP!”

That concludes this edition, but – as I mentioned earlier – if you’re still in the mood for more spooky tales, check out: True Spooks 2011, too.

Submit your blog article to the next edition of 2013 True Spooks – Share Your Ghost Story using our carnival submission form. Past posts and future hosts can be found on our blog carnival index page.

 

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