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Police are called to an apartment and find a woman holding a bloody 5-iron standing over a lifeless man.

The detective asks, "Ma'am, is that your husband?"

"Yes" says the woman.

"Did you hit him with that golf club?"

"Yes, yes, I did."

The woman begins to sob, drops the club, and puts her hands on face.

"How many times did you hit him?"

"I don't know, five, six, Maybe seven times . Just put me down for a five."

http://www.hauntedamericatours.com/ghosts/GHOSTSMYTHS.php

Ghost Myths


What you can't see can't hurt you!

This is the biggest misconception that many happen to make when exploring the actual world of paranormal activity and reported real hauntings.
When it comes to real ghosts and hauntings they can and will!

Marriages destroyed, money and securities lost and sometimes suicide. And all this because a ghost has set a real depression or state of control over ones personal actions.Not all ghosts as many would lead you to believe are considered harmless though televisions shows and many paranormal investigators and writers will often tell you otherwise. When hunting for real ghosts please be aware that you might be setting yourself up for more problems then one could imagine.

Paranormal experts,mediums, psychics, ghost Tour guides and authors know everything about real ghosts. Just because someone states a location is haunted it might in fact not be. Ghost tours seem to have more so then any other paranormal commercial industry blown many hauntings out of proportion. Especially in cities where more then one ghost tour is vying for you dollars.

Many who deal with ghosts such as ghost tour guides often become overly aggressive and their pompous attitudes are because in truth the fact that the ghosts around them are causing these character or personality shifts to occur and only close friends and family are aware.

REMEBER GHOST HUNTING BOOKS DO NOT EXPLAIN EVERYTHING!

Q: What do you do when 50 zombies surround your house?

A: Hope it’s Halloween!!

http://www.hauntedamericatours.com/ghosts/GHOSTSMYTHS.php

A ghost will never follow you home from an investigation if you pray!
Yes they do follow you and have their own minds and beliefs!
Many paranormal investigators believe that the power of prayer has an effect on ghosts and paranormal activity.
In many cases this will work but only as they say the actual ghosts believes in it too.
One school of paranormal study dictates it is b

Yes you can and chances are good that you might! Many individuals have had ghosts effect them many days or months after a haunting.Real ghosts love to watch an individual for long periods of time before they make their move to infest a persons mind or take it over. Real ghosts will effect you in subtle ways in the beginning breaking you down step by step. Many acts of possession happen over a period of months not necessarily seconds of initial paranormal contact.

Ghosts do not wear clothes. Well lets say some do, and some don't. Ghost wardrobes can range from burial garb to a favorite outfit they loved in life. Many ghosts are seen wearing what they had on when they died. And also some ghosts tend to be clothes horses and change what they wearing just to suit a mood.

Ghosts can be made to leave a haunted location or stop haunting an individual.The truth is no one knows for sure what a ghost will or will not do. We all know that you should not provoke the dead to appear or perform parlor tricks like turning lights off and on, or touching someone to let hen know they are present. to accept this fact means you let your self open to possible possession. Many ghost will not leave a location they often will lay dormant until a new person enters the picture.

Q: Why didn’t the skeleton cross the road?
A: He didn’t have any guts!

Q: Why did the skeleton cross the road?
A: To get to the body shop.

Q: Why didn’t the skeleton go to the ball?
A: Because he had no BODY to go with.

http://listverse.com/2007/10/21/top-10-historical-monsters/

Historical Monsters

Oni

Depictions of oni vary widely but they are usually portrayed as hideous, gigantic creatures with sharp claws, wild hair, and two long horns growing from their heads. They are humanoid for the most part, but occasionally, they are shown with unnatural features such as odd number of eyes or extra fingers and toes. Their skin may be any number of colors, but red and blue are particularly common. Their fierce appearance is only enhanced by the tiger loincloths they tend to wear and the iron club they favor. There is also a very obvious similarity here to devils in Judeo-Christian tradition.

Ogre

An ogre is a large, mean and hideous humanoid monster. Ogres are often depicted in fairy tales and folklore as feeding on human beings, and have appeared in many classic works of literature. Ogres are often portrayed with a large head, abundant hair and beard, a huge belly, and a strong body.

Vampire

Vampires are mythological or folkloric beings that are renowned for subsisting on human blood or life-force, but in some cases may prey on animals. Although vampires have different characteristics depending on which lore one reads, in most cases, they are described as reanimated corpses who feed by draining and consuming the blood of living beings. The term was popularized in the early 18th century and arose from the folklore of southeastern Europe, particularly the Balkans and Greece. Folkloric vampires were depicted as undead beings who visited loved ones and caused mischief or deaths in the neighborhoods they inhabited while living. They wore shrouds, did not bear fangs and were often described as bloated and of ruddy or darkened countenance.

Mummy

A mummy is a corpse whose skin and dried flesh have been preserved by either intentional or accidental exposure to chemicals, extreme cold, very low humidity, or lack of air. There are popular tales (largely tall) of curses which are associated with the violation of the tombs of mummified corpses or of the mummies themselves. These tales of curses eventually lead to the modern fictional view of walking mummies.

Q: What did the little girl say when she had to choose between a tricycle and a candy bar?
A: “Trike or Treat”?

Q: What do you call a fat pumpkin?
A: A plumpkin.

Q: What room does a ghost not need?
A: A living room!

Q: Why are ghosts so bad at lying?
A: Because you can see right through them!

http://listverse.com/2007/10/21/top-10-historical-monsters/

Werewolf Germanic

Werewolves are mythological or folkloric people with the ability to shapeshift into a wolf or wolf like creature, either purposely by magic, or after being placed under a curse. The medieval chronicler Gervase of Tilbury associated the transformation with the appearance of the full moon; however, there is evidence that the association existed among the Ancient Greeks, appearing in the writings of Petronius. Some modern speculation has suggested that the belief in werewolves (and vampires) may stem from real medical cases of people suffering from porphyria.

Goblin Anglo-Saxon

A goblin is an evil, crabby, or mischievous creature of folklore, often described as a grotesquely disfigured or gnome-like phantom. Goblins may range in height from that of a dwarf to that of a human. They are attributed with various (sometimes conflicting) abilities, temperaments and appearances depending on the story and country of origin. In some cases, goblins have been classified as a constant annoying little creature somewhat related to the celtic brownie.

Ghoul Middle Eastern

A ghoul is a monster from ancient Arabian folklore that dwells in the burial grounds and other uninhabited places. In ancient Arabic folklore, ghouls belonged to a diabolic class of jinn (spirits – from whence the genie comes) and were said to be the offspring of Iblis, the Muslim prince of darkness (Satan). They were capable of constantly changing form, but their presence was always recognizable by their unalterable sign: ass’s hooves. It would lure unwary travelers into the desert wastes to slay and devour them. The creature also preyed on young children, robbed graves and ate the dead. Yum yum!

Banshee Celtic

According to legend, a banshee wails around a house if someone in the house is about to die. When several banshees appeared at once, it indicated the death of someone great or holy. The tales sometimes recount that the woman, though called a fairy, was a ghost, often of a specific murdered woman, or woman who died in childbirth. Banshees are frequently described as dressed in white or grey, and often having long, fair hair which they brush with a silver comb. Other stories portray banshees as dressed in green, red or black with a grey cloak.

Q: Who did Frankenstein take to the dance?
A: His “ghoul” friend!

Q: Why is Superman’s costume so tight?
A: Because he wears a size “S”.

Q: What do you get if you cross a cow and a monster?
A: An “udder” disaster!

Frankenstein: Witch can you make me a lemonade?
Witch: Poof you are a lemonade!

http://www.biography.com/people/lou-reed-9453959

Lou Reed



Singer, songwriter and guitarist Lou Reed was born on March 2, 1942, in Brooklyn, New York. In 1965, he co-founded the Velvet Underground, a rock band managed by Andy Warhol. Reed went solo in the 1970s, scoring a hit with the song "Walk on the Wild Side" and releasing more than 16 albums, including Coney Island Baby and Berlin. He died on October 27, 2013, at age 71.

Reed graduated from Syracuse University, where he studied writing and film. After college, he moved to New York City and began writing songs for Pickwick Records.
In 1964, Reed scored a minor hit with the parody single "The Ostrich." Pickwick hired a band, including future Velvet Underground bandmate John Cale, to back Reed's vocals. The two became friends, collaborators and roommates.

Reed and Cale recruited Reed's college acquaintances, guitarist Sterling Morrison and drummer Maureen Tucker, to join a band they called the Velvet Underground. The group soon caught the attention of artist Andy Warhol, who incorporated them into his regular parties and introduced them to the New York art scene. Warhol claimed some ownership of the band, compelling them to take on European model Nico as a singer on their debut album. Despite their resistance, the first Velvet Underground album, called The Velvet Underground & Nico, is considered one of the most influential in rock history. Some of Reed's songs, including "Heroin," addressed his growing drug use.

In 1972, Reed released Transformer. Co-produced by David Bowie, the album contained the hit single "Walk on the Wild Side," which paid tribute to the hustlers and transvestites Reed had met through Andy Warhol, and the song "Perfect Day." The record is widely considered to be the pinnacle of Reed's solo career.

Following Transformer, Reed recorded a number of albums with wildly differing styles and cultivated an antagonistic and erratic persona.

In 2013, Lou Reed became very ill. He canceled several of his scheduled performances, including his appearance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in March of that year. At the time, he blamed "unavoidable complications" for pulling out of these shows. It was later revealed that he had been suffering from liver failure. Reed expressed his desire to record new songs and return to performing, but he didn't get the chance to delve back into his music career for long. He died on October 27, 2013. He was 71 years old.

Q: What do you get when you cross a witch with sand?
A: A sandwich!

Q: What is a vampire’s favorite fruit?
A: A nectarine!

“Mommy, everyone says I look like a werewolf.”
“Please be quiet and comb your face.”

Q: What kind of dessert does a ghost like?
A: I scream!

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_X-Men_members

X-Men



Professor X Professor Charles Francis Xavier

X-Men, vol. 1 #42 (1968, backup story) (in flashback) Xavier founded the X-Men and was the original headmaster of the Xavier Institute for Higher Learning.

Deceased: Killed by Phoenix Force possessed Cyclops in Avengers Vs. X-Men #11.

Powers: World's most powerful telepath, capable of astral projection, mind control, illusion casting, memory manipulation, psychic blasts, and sensing the presence of nearby mutants.

Cyclops Scott Summers

Xavier's first recruit and has often been the group's field leader. Former headmaster of the Xavier Institute, the former leader of the original X-Factor,and the current leader an offshoot X-Men team. He also formerly led the X-Men's X-Force squad. He is the ex-husband of Madelyne Pryor, the widower of Jean Grey and ex-boyfriend of Emma Frost.

Currently seen in Uncanny X-Men.

Powers: Projects a beam of ruby-colored concussive force from his eyes, which act as interdimensional apertures between this universe and another.

Iceman Robert Louis "Bobby" Drake

X-Men, vol. 1 #46 (1968, backup story) (flashback)

Second and youngest member of the original team. Former member of the Champions, the Defenders, and X-Factor. Currently a senior staff member at the Jean Grey School for Higher Learning.

Currently seen in Wolverine and the X-Men, and All-New X-Men.

Powers: Generates freezing temperatures to create and manipulate ice. Can transform his body into ice.

Angel/Archangel Warren Kenneth Worthington III

X-Men, vol. 1 #56 (1969, backup story) (flashback)

Third original team member and the only one to have acted as a costumed hero before joining the X-Men. Former member of the Champions, the Defenders, X-Factor, and X-Force. He was killed by Psylocke with a life seed in Uncanny X-Force, vol. 1 #18 (2011). His body was reanimated with a completely different identity.

Currently a graduate student at the Jean Grey School for Higher Learning.

Currently seen in Wolverine and the X-Men and All-New X-Men.

Powers: Makes use of the large, feathered wings on his back for natural flight. Also has eagle-like vision and blood with regenerative properties. Can transform into a blue-skinned form with metallic, techno-organic wings, sharp metallic claws, and enhanced physical abilities.

Q: When is it bad luck to be followed by a black cat?
A: When you’re a mouse.

Q: What do birds say on Halloween?
A: Twick o tweet

Q: What do you get when you cross a Cocker Spaniel,
a Poodle and a ghost?
A: A cocker poodle boo.

Q: What do moms dress up as on Halloween?
A: Mummies!

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_X-Men_members




Beast Dr. Henry Philip "Hank" McCoy

X-Men, vol. 1 #53 (1969, backup story) (flashback)

Original team's other scientist. Former member of the Avengers, the Defenders, and X-Factor and currently is an agent of S.W.O.R.D. and Steve Rogers's Secret Avengers. Currently the vice principal at the Jean Grey School for Higher Learning.
Currently seen in Wolverine and the X-Men, All-New X-Men and New Avengers.

Powers: Has superhuman strength, speed, stamina, agility, reflexes, and durability. His feline-like form gives him night vision, minor pheromone control, enhanced senses and claws.

Marvel Girl/Phoenix Jean Grey-Summers
X-Men, vol. 1 #1 (1963)

Fifth and final of the team's founding members, although she had met Xavier before the others. Ex-wife of Scott Summers. She was killed by Kuan-Yin Xorn in New X-Men, vol. 1 #150 (2004) and was later resurrected by the Phoenix Force in X-Men: Phoenix – Endsong (2005) as White Phoenix of the Crown.

Currently in the "White-Hot Room" with other incarnations of the Phoenix Force.
Powers: Possesses telekinesis and telepathy. As the template of the Phoenix Force, she is able to generate unlimited amounts of energy, travel through time-space, and manipulate matter on a subatomic level.

Mimic Calvin Montgomery Rankin

X-Men, vol. 1 #27 (1966)

Blackmailed his way to the X-Men's house. He stole their powers, used them against the team, and kidnapped Jean. When he tried to enhance his powers with his dead father's machine, he lost them. Professor X then erased his memory. Former member of Norman Osborn's X-Men. Rejoined to help his friend Weapon Omega.

Last seen in X-Men: Legacy.

Powers: Copies other mutants' powers and abilities, sometimes permanently. Retains the original five X-Men's powers indefinitely.

Changeling Kevin Sydney

X-Men, vol. 1 #40 (1968)

(as Professor X) Member of the villainous Factor Three before he secretly joined the X-Men, known only to Professor X and Jean Grey. He impersonated Professor X at Xavier's request in X-Men, vol. 1 #40 (1968) (behind the scenes). Given the name Morph in several alternate dimensions.

Deceased: Died impersonating Xavier in X-Men, vol. 1 #42 (1968), making him the first X-Man to die.

Powers: Shapeshifter able to assume other humanoid forms; a latent telepath.

Polaris Lorna Dane
X-Men, vol. 1 #60 (1969) as Lorna Dane

Polaris is Magneto's daughter. Officially recruited into the team by Professor X in "The X-Men" Vol. 1 #65. Active as Magnetrix in X-Men: The Hidden Years #3 (2000) and as Polaris in The X-Men, vol. 1 #97 (1976). She lost her powers on M-Day, but they were restored technologically by Apocalypse. Occasional girlfriend of Havok. Former member of X-Factor, the Acolytes, the Muir Island X-Men, and

Starjammers. She is a current member of X-Factor Investigations.
Last seen in X-Factor.

Powers: Generates magnetic fields to manipulate metal, induce flight, create force fields, and harness energy blasts.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_X-Men_members


Havok Alexander Summers

X-Men, vol. 1 #65 (1970)

Alex is Cyclops' and Vulcan's brother. Officially recruited into the team by Professor X in "The X-Men" Vol. 1 #95. Occasional boyfriend of Polaris and is the former leader of X-Factor and Starjammers. He currently leads the Uncanny Avengers.

Currently seen in Uncanny Avengers

Powers: Generates plasma blasts and absorbs cosmic energy

Petra X-Men: Deadly Genesis #4 (2006) (retcon)

Retconned member. Student of Moira MacTaggert who joined the X-Men for Xavier's first, secret attempt to save the original X-Men from Krakoa.

Deceased: Killed in action in X-Men: Deadly Genesis #6 (2006) (flashback), though not before saving the lives of teammates Vulcan and Darwin.

Powers: Earth manipulation; can also change the composition of raw minerals

Sway Suzanne Chan Retconned member.

MacTaggert student who participated in the first attempt to save the original X-Men.

Deceased: Killed in action in X-Men: Deadly Genesis #6 (2006) (flashback).
Powers: Time control, as well as a form of retrocognitive projection.