David Slone
TrueGhostTales.com, updated every day with new Ghost Stories and stuff from the paranormal world which is all around us. Halloween is my favorite holiday. Check out the history and origins of Halloween.
One of my favorite blogs for which I do a lot of writing is Hillbilly Crackpot, with such funny stuff as Sheep Lover Bob and the Lard Bucket Cowboy
If you are tired of all the scams about making money at home I have put together a listing of real paid surveys with which you can actually earn extra money at home. Remember, legitimate paid surveys are absolutely free to join.
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August 22, 2009
Companies frequently use market research surveys to make decisions on product-development and marketing. By participating in surveys, you will have a major influence over the products you see on store shelves, services offered to you, and advertisements you see on television or in print.
August 22, 2009
I first heard about the paid surveys about three years ago. I was talking with my sister, who lived almost a hundred miles away, via an instant messenger and she was telling me how she was getting paid for doing surveys online. She even forwarded me a link and recommended that I go to it and join so I could make money too. To be perfectly honest I shrugged it off and didnt pay much attention to it. "Getting paid for filling out surveys?" I instantly felt like it was too good to be true and most likely a scam.
August 07, 2009
I've had multiple run ins with vampires and I now have a new outlook on modern day vampires. Whether or not you believe my stories is up to you, but I utterly believe that I have a guardian angel in the form of a vampire that watches over me.
July 23, 2009
They joined up at a haunted vacant house and brought candles and a Ouija board into the house to do a séance. Could they make contact with the dead? My believes in ghosts now, sometimes it takes proof. and this was more than enough proof for her. She never used the Ouija board to contact the spirits again.
April 26, 2009
If you're considering declawing your cat, there's some things you should know about the surgical process. It's not simply a type of manicure as most people might think.
January 09, 2009
What do The Beatles, Transformers, and hippies all have in common? They all use air-cooled VW Bugs! The original Volkswagen Bug was a huge cultural icon, particularly in the 1960´s - 1970´s. Though the psychedelic age was by far the prime of the Bug, it is still being used in movies, commercials, and other forms of media today.
September 10, 2008
Collecting antique and vintage toys is a popular hobby among adults. Some people collect toys as an investment, for many of them do increase in value, while others collect toys just for the fun of it. Either way toys are definitely one of the most interesting and widely varied types of collectables you can find.
August 28, 2008
Most of us might have come across numerous ads and promotions regarding earning huge amounts of money from paid surveys. Is there any truth to these claims? Believe it or not there really are companies that will pay you to participate in surveys, but how do you tell the real ones from all the scams?
August 22, 2008
Halloween is the most celebrated holidays in America. Halloween was brought to America by the Irish people in the 1840s but its origins date back to the 5th century BC. How did Halloween evolve into the celebrations we know today?
August 20, 2008
Many of the Old West's most recognized names; Jesse James, Billy the Kid, Buffalo Bill Cody and Geronimo were all known to carry silver dollars. The people of the Old West preferred the silver dollar to paper bills as they felt the coins held more value being that they were made of silver. In fact, silver dollars were one of the main forms of currency in the mid to late 1800's, second only to gold.
August 19, 2008
The mere mention of the word Vampire brings up an image of a pale white man with sharp teeth drinking blood. Or it may also remind you of a beautiful woman who in an instant may turn into a blood-sucking ghost. While much of this has been fed into our mind by the Vampire movies, there are certain realities as to why they have been pictured like this. Let us now look into the true story behind Vampires that led to all this.
August 10, 2008
Many of us were shocked by the skyrocketing prices of gold in the recent years. Even more recently gold has dropped a little bit more than some would like, which makes it the perfect time to buy. How is the best way to go about buying gold? Whether you have a small amount or a large sum to invest coins offer the best value.
August 08, 2008
Is it possible to communicate with the dead? According to many, Electronic Voice Phenomenon are actually recordings of voices of the ghosts, or spirits, of the dead. There is much evidence that shows the sounds in EVPs to be out of the ordinary. Add that to the fact that you can actually hear their words and it really makes you think.
August 08, 2008
Most everyone is looking for ways to save money and have fresh high quality food. No matter the time of the year or where you live you can actually grow fruits and vegetables in your own home to supplement your grocery list. The best thing is your veggies will be free of pesticide, herbicide and preservatives.
August 08, 2008
The Ouija board itself is only about 150 years old, but the practice of using talking boards date back to China over three thousand years ago. Here is the history and origins of the Ouija Board.
August 09, 2008
Houseplants are popular all over the world. Houseplants provide a sense of beauty and warmth to your home. The India Rubber Tree is an ideal plant for your home and is one of the most popular houseplants in India.
August 09, 2008
The Ouija Board, as we know it today, has only existed for about 150 years. The first patent for the Modern class of talking boards was registered in 1890. Eventually the rights to the Ouija Board were bought by the Parker Brothers Company. Read to find out more about the Ouija.
August 06, 2008
Silver is a great investment choice. In the last few years the demand has steadily outpaced the supply of available silver material. The market price of silver was $4.60 in 2000, $8.83 in 2005, and as of March of 2008 the price of silver has hovered around $20 per ounce! In less than 10 years the price of silver has risen by more than 400%, and with high demand showing no signs of fading away it is sure to be a great solid investment for the future.
August 05, 2008
Coin Collecting is a popular hobby all over the world. This article presents old coins. Coins were used in India as early as the 6th century BC. Though the information about the very first coins of India is widely known, some do not quite accept the notion that it was the foreigners who introduced coinage. They prefer to acknowledge it as a form of independent creation by India.
August 05, 2008
A fish aquarium adds a sense of style and beauty to any home or office. Fish are regarded as therapeutic pets and as such have calming effects. How many of us have sat transfixed watching the fish swim as our bodies relax and our minds calm down. A fish aquarium is definitely a stress reliever, but it is also a beautiful decoration for your home. Here are some tips to help you get started.
August 02, 2008
Halloween is one of my favorite times of the year. Children enjoy dressing up in costumes and going trick-or-treating and having parties. Its great for your children to have fun, but keep them safe with these important tips.
August 02, 2008
Orchids are delicate plants that require nurturing and loving care to flourish. However, if one carefully follows orchid care instructions and provides the plant with the appropriate attention, caring for orchids can be very fulfilling as a hobby or just as beautiful accents to one´s home.
August 01, 2008
The killer rock bands of the 1960s and 1970s paved the way for today's rock and roll music. Bands and performers like The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, The Doors, Pink Floyd, and many more heavily influenced and changed the face of music forever. If you still love the classic rock music from the 1960´s and 1970´s or even if you are a die hard modern rock lover read about how these bands influenced todays music.
July 30, 2008
There are more than the average number of accidents, deaths and disappearances in the Bermuda Triangle area than in most other parts of the oceans of our world. What is the truth behind the mysteries of the Bermuda Triangle?
July 30, 2008
I have seen an angel, and I've seen a demon; I don't care to ever see a demon ever again. I first saw an angel when I was either 4 or 5 years old. He was a tall barefooted man wearing a white robe, and had gold hair. Then when I was 17 years old I saw a demon. The best thing I can use to describe its teeth is jagged glass. It opened its mouth and made a horrifying screeching noise, and it went into the livestock barn.
July 30, 2008
Fish are some of the most interesting creatures that can be kept as pets. Keeping an aquarium of fish can be a fun and rewarding hobby. Before you buy fish you should know how to properly care for them so you can enjoy your fish for years to come.
July 29, 2008
You spend both time and money on building your coin collection. Often a coin will hold much more value to its owner than to anyone else, because of sentimental reasons. Unfortunately, many coin collections deteriorate because of improper care and storage. Here are some tips to help you clean and store your coin collection properly.
July 29, 2008
Houseplants are a great way to make your home or office brighter and more cheerful. Many people can even get attached to their plants as though they were pets. Houseplants take in carbon dioxide that can build up to harmful levels indoors and release oxygen into the air. Keeping your houseplants healthy does take some time and effort, but in the end it is well worth it.
July 29, 2008
It is not uncommon for a child to have an imaginary friend. Perhaps you had one as a child or even know of a child who has one now. There are many who have had strange experiences with children and their imaginary friends. Often these things make us wonder, is it possible for an imaginary friend to be a ghost? Here is a true story of a child and his imaginary friend who turned out to be a ghost.
July 26, 2008
When you walk into a house that is filled with plants, you immediately feel at home. Whether it´s because they are living things, or because it reminds us of the outside, plants brighten up the home. A few plants in each room seem to make a house more livable, more inviting, and feel more like a home is suppose to be.
July 15, 2008
Collecting coins can become addictive. Coins are themselves very alluring and beautiful pieces of precious metals, even without taking their value in mind. When you add this to the coins story and history, it's easy to see why, collecting coins can become a passion.
July 09, 2008
The gold dinar was the first coin to be marked with their individual year of issue. Here is the history behind this ancient coin.
July 06, 2008
Science seems to know very little about sleep paralysis, indeed about sleep in general, which leaves all the more room for being attacked in your sleep at night, without any physical help being available. Sleep paralysis is a very real and terrifying subject, and it can happen to anybody.
May 24, 2008
Every year Americans spend billions of dollars on their pets. We pamper them, take them to the vet when they get sick and even buy them t-shirts and sweaters to keep them warm! We also try to buy the best dog foods available to make sure that they eat a well balanced diet and stay healthy! But, not only is commercial pet food unhealthy it is toxic and deadly!
May 24, 2008
Many Dog Care Experts and famous veterinarians agree that feeding your dog commercial dog foods puts them at a higher risk of premature death! It is suspected that around 87% of deaths can be attributed to the pet foods!
May 11, 2008
A fish aquarium can actually be self therapeutic. This simple form of entertainment has been proven to lower stress levels and high blood pressure. Watching fish move about their environment has a similar physiological effect to the stroking of a dog or cat
April 28, 2008
The key to dealing with and treating diarrhea in your family is to discover what is causing it in the first place. Prevention is always preferable to treatment for any condition. Learn what causes diarrhea and what can best be done to minimize discomfort and speed recovery.
April 27, 2008
Dawn shares her bizarre story about a mysterious dog-like beast that couldnt seem to be killed. The evil beast was determined to get her. "We figured two blows with a 12 gauge would put the animal in the grave, but it didn't".
April 23, 2008
We have all heard stories that involved the ghost of a pet. It seems plausable that our pets may actually have some form of an afterlife, but could a living pet actually communicate with a person through a dream? I had an experience with an eight inch Oscar that makes me tend to believe it.
April 18, 2008
I was working at a solar field located close to Barstow California, in the Mojave desert. One day at work we were talking about ghosts and creepy things like that. While we were talking about them my co-worker said yeah you guys probably won´t believe me but this place is haunted.
April 14, 2008
One of my friends told us about a haunted place called Devil's creek. We were about a good 20 miles from it. So we went off and bought flashlights and brand new batteries for our digital cameras. After that we went off to find this so called haunted place. Here is the scary story about what happened.
April 13, 2008
Is it possible for a doll to be haunted? I have read or heard numerous stories about haunted dolls. In fact, I have had an encounter with a set of antique dolls that were haunted, or possessed, by the ghost of an elderly lady. Here we have a story about Debbie, an evil haunted doll.
March 10, 2008
I recieved this story from Rosemary Campbell, this is the second part of her first hand account of possession. She wants her story to be known by as many people as possible so I present it here with permission. If you are interested in subjects like demonic possession you will read about Rosemary's first hand experience.
March 07, 2008
Have you ever had a nightmare that really scared you? A bad dream that woke you up in a panic thinking that it was trying to warn you of something horrible? Here is a true story about a woman who had such a nightmare about her husband's death.
March 07, 2008
If you are interested in subjects like demonic possession you will read this to the end. This is a first hand account of possession. Rosemary wants her story to be known to as many people as possible so I present it here with permission.
February 25, 2008
Crop circles have been seen since the 7th century, before two guys appeared before BBC and made claim that they created the crop circles with sticks and rope. Could these two men that make this claim have created over 10,000 reported crop circles in 26 countries?
February 18, 2008
During the late 1960s a phenomenon referred to as the British Invasion hit the youth of the world like a rock! Bands coming from the UK heavily changed and influenced the direction of rock and roll forever. Teenagers of today have rediscovered the great music of the 1960s and 1970s
February 14, 2008
One of biggest health issues for many people today is obesity, or problems with weight gain. Here is a folk remedy regiment that has a growing following because it seems to actually work.
February 08, 2008
From the beginnings of Mankind, herbs, roots, and other forms of natural plant and mineral sources have been used to treat many ailments. Folk remedies are still quite popular due to the apparent effectiveness of many of the treatments that have passed down through the centuries.
February 06, 2008
Folk Remedies are healing and wellness methods and techniques that make use of the natural healing properties of herbs and minerals. Here are a couple examples of how natural folk remedies can be used to promote good health and wellness.
February 06, 2008
There are any number of strange and bizarre folk remedies that have been tried over the centuries. Many of them have such a sense of "quackery" and folk "superstition" that it is hardly any wonder that all folk remedies are suspect. Here are some folk remedies that are both strange and funny.
February 05, 2008
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February 05, 2008
Do you believe that a pet can actually become a ghost? There have been many stories about people who were visited by the ghost of their beloved pet who had passed away. Here is one such true story about the ghost of a cat named Dozier.
January 25, 2008
There is a lot of evidence that indicates that aliens not only exist, but have been interacting with mankind since the ancient times. Visit AlienCrossing.com to learn more about UFOs and aliens and all the evidence that can be found in caves, old paintings and artwork, and much more. http://www.aliencrossing.com
January 16, 2008
1. Question: Ron, how did you become interested in UFOs?
I became interested in UFOs when I was six years old. I always knew there was intelligent life somewhere in or universe. There was no way we could be the only so called intelligent beings floating around on this little piece of sand. And t...
December 27, 2007
Here I present a true ghost experience as it was related to me by the person who experienced it. If you enjoy a good ghost story you will like to read about this person's experience in a haunted log cabin. Is it possible for an actual log cabin to be a ghost?
This ghost experience took place many...
December 27, 2007
Here I present a true ghost experience as it was related to me by the person who experienced it. If you enjoy a good ghost story you will like to read about this person's experience with the paranormal world where a ghostly figure repeats the moments before its final suicide.
I am 22 year old, f...
October 22, 2007
I was living in southern Oklahoma in a town called Ringling. After a week of living there my fiance and I were watching TV one night and she started acting scared and I asked her what was wrong. She said a little girl was standing by my side of the bed watching me.
I couldn't see her although I d...
August 30, 2007
Does you child have an imaginary friend? Maybe you had an imaginary friend yourself when you were a child. Psychologists will tell you that there are several reasons why a young one may concoct an imaginary friend. Sometimes a young child just needs to have a special friend. Their imagination is ver...
August 30, 2007
Every year millions of Americans celebrate Halloween. We decorate our houses and our yards to try to make them look as spooky as possible. In recent years the decorations have become more and more elaborate. It is almost as though people are getting into the Halloween decorating with as much fervor ...
August 30, 2007
There have always been people who wanted to earn a living at home. Even before the advent of the Internet there were the classified advertisements and the mail order business scams and schemes. That's not to say that they were all fraudulent, but by far most of them were not worthwhile at best.
Y...
August 18, 2007
This was written by a close friend of mine, Simone Mefford:
On a regular basis, my husband and I see these things we call Shadaes, or as other people we have met that have told us about seeing these things as well, call them, Shadow creatures. Frankly, I have no clue as to what these things actu...
July 18, 2007
Legends of lycanthropes, or werewolves, have been around for thousands of years. Tales of men or women who could metamorphize into wolves, or even other beasts, have been told for generations in nearly every culture.
One of the most famous images of a werewolf comes from Hollywood. Lon Chaney's ...
June 05, 2007
Vampires and vampire legend play significant roles in the cultures of many areas around the world. These blood-sucking beings are most common in the cultures of Eastern Europe, although similar manifestations are reported in some Asian cultures as well as some ancient cultures. Vampire legends have ...
May 18, 2007
In 1938 the German automaker Volkswagen released their version of the economy car called the Volkswagen Type 1, or more commonly referred to as the Volkswagen Beetle. The names "Bug" and "Beetle" were adopted by the public, but it was not until late 1967 that Volkswagen began using the name "Beetle"...
May 13, 2007
I want to tell you about a ghost experience that was shared with me by a friend from Ireland, but first a few words in general about ghosts:
A ghost is the spirit of a dead person, or sometimes an animal, and sometimes manifests looking very much as they did in life, and is usually encountered in...
May 04, 2007
Often we see ads on the Internet that promise huge earnings for participating in paid surveys. If you follow one of these ads you will generally be asked for some of your hard earned cash to sign up. Oh, they will promise you lots of money with no effort on your part. You will quickly earn back the ...
April 28, 2007
All webmasters know how important it is to obtain quality relevant backlinks to their website(s). Backlinks help to increase both Page Rank and traffic flow. One very effective way to build relevant backlinks is to write articles and submit them to article directories. If you write informative and u...
April 25, 2007
There are a lot of people who would like to find a way to earn money from home. Some of them want to earn a full time income while others just need to make some extra money to help make ends meet or to save up for a special purpose.
Making money at home, specifically from the Internet, is possib...
April 23, 2007
If you ever had a personal experience with a ghost or you know of any true ghost stories you will probably want to know what type of spirit, entity or energy was responsible. This is easier to determine with a repetitive haunting than with a one time sighting, but if you are very observant you shoul...
April 16, 2007
This story was shared with me by a friend, and with her approval I offer it here. Read what happened to her in this very strange encounter.
Several years ago my husband and I were on this two week hell ride with my sister all over most of the state of Ky. Along with a six year old and a three ye...
April 05, 2007
Do you believe in the existence of ghosts? There are a lot of things going on in the paranormal world that most of use may not notice. However, there are many people who experience strange and unusual encounters with things that can only be described as ghosts. Here is a true ghost story that was wr...
March 18, 2007
The Volkswagen Beetle
The Beetle, also known as the Volkswagen Type 1, proved the predictions on its life span wrong and became a classic car. It has a great following worldwide from Iceland to Malaysia. Even clubs associated with the car have been formed. The Volkswagen Beetle's cult status ...
February 22, 2007
Poltergeists are rare, but they do exist. For those that aren't in the loop, a poltergeist is a spirit that moves through inanimate objects like cups, TVs, furniture, and windows.
Noises - like bumps, thuds, kerplunks - yes kerplunks is a dictionary word, knocks, scratching at the window, and b...
February 21, 2007
Most dogs go through a phase where they will chew on anything that will fit in their mouth. There are also dogs that don’t even grow out of the chewing phase. There are even some breeds that have a tendency to chew more than other breeds.
It may be cute at first when your puppy begins to chew on ...
February 16, 2007
Who doesn't love fudge? Set out a tray of home-made fudge or fudge brownies and your family and friends will soon have them eaten. Fudge is also great for office parties. Chocolate fudge has become a very traditional dessert in the U.S. not only for the holidays but year-round.
There are many d...
February 13, 2007
If you have ever read the ingredients label on food items such as candy bars, chips and snacks, soda, fruit juice cocktails, jams and jellies, ice cream, yogurt and even white and whole wheat breads, chances are you have wondered what high fructose corn syrup is. High fructose corn syrup is an artif...
February 10, 2007
Electronic voice phenomenon, if true, seems to exceed the bounds of what is physically possible; thus, it is of paranormal origin. Colin Smith invented the term to describe speech or sounds resembling speech on recording media that has never been used.
You may hear actual examples of EVP recordin...
January 31, 2007
Barbecuing is a widespread and honored tradition. Three out of four american families own a barbecue grill and use it, on average, four to five times per month. What better way is there to have fun with friends and family than to have a barbecue?
Before putting the meat on the barbecue it is a g...
January 31, 2007
Almost everyone loves Mexican food regardless of where they are from. Here is a Mexican recipe for grilled chicken that you can create in your own kitchen. This recipe is very easy to make and you can be sure that your friends and family will enjoy it.
Mexican Grilled Chicken with Tomato Avocado ...
January 29, 2007
An omelet or omelette is a breakfast food that consists of an egg based wrapper around a filling of your favorite foods. Omelets are very easy to make and require little time to create. Always be sure that your fillings are pre-cooked or able to be finished in the time available.
Basic ingredient...
January 29, 2007
Here is a delicious chicken recipe that comes from Lebanon. This, easy to make, chicken recipe does not rely upon complicated ingredients and techniques. The only tick to give you a tasty dinner that your family will enjoy is the slow cooking and the special lemon and garlic marinade.
Ingredients...
January 22, 2007
Self hypnosis can be a great tool for helping you to set and attain goals and for self improvement. Most people are very surprised when they find out how easy it is to learn self hypnosis. Once you learn the techniques and implement them in your life self hypnosis can make a lot of things in your li...
January 17, 2007
To many of us an animal is a best friend. A pet can be a valued companion and quite often they are just like a member of the family. So it is not surprising at all that we wonder what happens to our faithful friend upon their death. Do animals (other than human beings) have a spirit or a soul? We li...
January 17, 2007
Ghosts are different things depending on who you ask. While 32% of Americans believe in ghosts, according to a 2005 Gallup poll, there is a divergence of opinion as to what constitutes a ghost. Parapsychologists are in favor of the term, apparition, because it's purportedly more precise. An appar...
January 16, 2007
Understanding the health benefits (or drawbacks) in the foods we eat is essential if we want to improve and maintain our health. The old saying, "You are what you eat", certainly bears a lot of truth. It is important that we are able to know and understand the amount and types of minerals and nutri...
January 06, 2007
Black Forest Cake, is a chocolate cake with a strong cherry element to it which is popular throughout North America.
Called Schwarzwälderkirschtorte in German, which means Black Forest Cherry Torte (torte is the German word for cake).
The origin of this cake in unknown, but it is believed to h...
January 02, 2007
You cannot measure every morsel that passes your lips, but it is a good idea to measure most foods and beverages until you get a feel for portion sizes.
It is a supersized world out there, and most people are surprised to find that their idea of a single serving is actually two or three.
If yo...
January 02, 2007
Much has been written regarding dreams and their meanings or purpose. Mankind has been fascinated with our dreams since the first dreamer awoke and wondered about what their visions meant. Since ancient times we have looked to our dreams to find signs of what our future holds. The first written drea...
January 02, 2007
5000 Year-Old Medical Secret Unearthed!
When you get sick, you go to the doctor. And the doctor will, of course, prescribe medicines. You will go and buy medicines. You take them, and hopefully, you get well.
This is how the health profession goes on nowadays – a cycle of diagnosis and prescr...
January 02, 2007
Your website is where your business resides. It's like the headquarter of an offline company. Hence, it is important to practice good design principles to make sure your site reaches out to the maximum number of visitors and sells to as many people as possible.
Make sure you have clear direction...
January 01, 2007
This very easy to make apple bundt cake that requires no fancy frosting or filling and is delicious for serving at breakfast, tea time or even as a birthday cake with a chocolate or with a fruit glaze covering. Of course, an apple cake is always great with your favorite ice cream too. You can be sur...
January 01, 2007
Here are 3 different, easy to make, recipes for meatloaf.
Meatloaf Recipe 1
Ingredients:
2 Eggs
1/2 cup water
Two tablespoons of soy sauce
1 small onion diced
2 Lbs. ground beef
8oz package of pre-made stuffing, (such as Stove Top)
salt & pepper to taste
Directions:
Prehea...
August 17, 2006
Lucid dreaming means dreaming while you know that you are dreaming. The term was coined by Frederik van Eeden who used the word "lucid" in the sense of mental clarity. With practice nearly anyone can experience lucid dreams.
Lucidity is not the same as dream control. It is possible to be lucid an...
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August 22, 2009
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