Ali & Christine- Houston, TX

Hi Mary,

We live in Houston Tx. I bought a brand new house in 2003. We used to hear slight noises of someone walking in our attic but we ignored it in the beginning.

Now after 2 years in 2005 my son Zain was born. Six months after his birth the toys were turning on by themselves and the pictures were falling from the walls.

4 months ago my second son was born and the same thing but worst things are happening.
Now the bed shakes in the night. My kids get scared as well. I had a person exorcist me as he said I was possessed by this female ghost. Anyway, things are still the same. Now it even grabs our (me and wife) hands and sometimes freezes our voices to be able to speak (just started).

Bed is still shaking all night and sometimes kids are scared as well.
I have a lot more to tell you. All I need is your help to figure out what that is.
Please contact me.

Thanks,
Ali & Christine

Hello Ali and Christine,

From what you have described happening in your house you do have at least one, probably two earthbound ghosts, one of them is likely a child ghost.

I have no way of knowing from your letter about the accuracy of your possession, but it seems if this was so the exorcism did not help. If money was exchanged for this exorcism I would ask them to try again or give a refund.

Here are a couple of suggestions that you should do, especially because of the children.

ONE –It never hurts to have the house blessed by an ordained priest or minister. DO NOT get holy water and sprinkle it about yourself. This will not help.

Second-Get a smudge stick. Smudge sticks are what Native Americans used to cleanse their living areas. You should be able to find them at health food stores, some book stores, and any good metaphysical shop. Follow the instructions that come with the smudge stick, or ask where you buy it how to use it.

Also you may be able to find more helpful information on my website. www.maryannwinkowski.com. Also there is info on how to contact me by phone.

Please let me know, I care.

Mary Ann

Kelly- Joliet, Illinois

Hello MaryAnn!

I hope you can help with this very offbeat question: Do you believe or feel that's its possible for a person to "pick up" a disease from a close loved one (mother, to be exact) who has died from a very painful death of cancer? Symptoms, subtleties, etc.? I guess it might almost be a question of possession of sorts... really dont know how to explain this... I too am a psychic, and need some guidance from someone who is more "medium" experienced. I googled my questions online and found almost nothing, until popping onto your site. I do hope you can shed some light, or at least give me some direction... if you have ever heard of a person "taking on" another dying persons physical symptoms, or other things, as a sort of "clearing" that person that's dying, please do let me know. Ive been suffering horribly and my gut is screaming at me, but I dont wish to believe what Im hearing... Im sure you know what i mean..

Thank you SO much for taking my question. I appreciate anything you might be able to contribute to this.

Blessings to you,
Kelly

Hi Kelly,

First of all I am not a “medium”. Mediums can see and communicate with ghosts that have crossed into the light.

I am a paranormal investigator. I see and talk to ghosts that have not crossed over,--but I can certainly answer your offbeat question.

No—you can not pick up a disease from a ghost, a ghost can not give you a disease.

However if an earthbound ghost gets right in a living person’s space, constantly being with them twenty four seven, the live person can begin to exhibit the same symptoms of the disease that the ghost died from.

This is not a possession. That is something completely different. Possession are very few and far between, one in thousands.

Another problem that could occur with earthbound ghosts in houses, adults could have unexplained headaches, lower intestinal problems, or sinus problems. Children could have a lot of ear, nose, throat, or upper respiratory problems.

A live person who takes on the physical symptoms of a sick person (not just a dying person) is called an empath. A lot of healers have this ability , which can give relief to a sick or dying person.

Remember you have free will, this is a decision a person has to make, to accept to do this kind of work.

Think about it.

Mary Ann

Donna- Marietta, GA

My son Nathan died on his 26th birthday from what the coroner said was a freak type blockage. Needless to say I have been devastated. Have you heard of any significance of one dying on his or her birthday. I have received signs from Nathan. That is what keeps me going. Also, very strange, about two weeks before he died. I was driving down the road and a men dressed just like Jesus would have, was walking down the street by himself, was this real do you think?

Thank you so much
Donna
Marietta, Georgia

Hello Donna,

Gosh two very important dates in your sons short life. Birth and death and they happen on the same day! Having children myself I am so sad for your loss. You did not mention the dates so I could not check for you.

I am sure you could get a clear answer from a numerologist on the importance of this. I just do not feel that I have the knowledge on this subject.

Did you see Jesus walking down the street? I do not know. I think it would have been very unusual to see, but as we know he has walked among us before.

Thanks

Mary Ann

Christine- Lake Havasu City Arizona

My question:

Is it true that people who have committed suicide do
not get to go to the afterlife? So many times, in
certain religious environments, I have been told that
if a person is to end their own life they will not be
allowed in to the afterlife and will spend eternity as
a lost soul.

My father committed suicide at the age of 42 after
battling, for several years, a debilitating lung
disorder. (I was 15 at the time and am 35 now.) Upon
learning from the doctors that they would not be able
to "fix" him and that he would die an excrutiating
death he decided to end his own life.

I just want to know if it is possible that he could be
in the after life. He was a good person and he didn't
want himself or his family to have to go through the
pain of a prolonged horrible death.

This has been an issue that has plagued me for the
majority of my adult life. I have dreams of him
often, that he is near but does not want to see me or
talk to me and it is very upsetting and leads me to
believe that he may not be at peace. I told him at
one time to stop coming into my dreams if he would not
talk to me...I stopped having them for several years
but recently I am having them again.

I appreciate any insight you can provide.

Thank you,
Christine

Dear Christine,

I have good news for you. You did and are again having dreams of your father. He has passed over, he has gone to your belief of the afterlife..

If he had not crossed over you would not be able to have dreams of him. Earthbound ghosts can not come into dreams.

He may feel that you are unhappy with him for committing suicide That is why he would not converse with you. The next time you have a dream of him tell him how you feel about his death. You will be able to resolve this issue with patience and time.

Hope this answer brings you some relief.

Mary Ann.

Candi- Quakertown, PA

Dear Mary Ann -
Do our deceased pets go and wait for us on "the other side", or is it only humans there? Please let me know, as I'm sure that I'm not the only one who wonders about this. Thank You!


Hi Candi

Almost every third letter has a question about pets.

Of course they cross over and wait for us. Below is a great poem. The author is unknown, but it is so true!

RAINBOW BRIDGE

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to the Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water, and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together.

Author unknown

Thanks

Mary Ann

Tena- Grandmother's House

Maryann,

My name is Tena and I am contacting you regarding an issue I am having with what I believe to be a ghost or spirit.

In my teen years I had an incident in my home (grandma's house was adopted) in the basement hearing a clicking noise and once I found it the pillow moved up on its own and I ran upstairs and literally felt as if something went thru me.

Since then it seems as if what ever that was or is, it has followed me. I get that same feeling and at times have heard that clicking noise (but never look for it now too scared) and the feeling of this presence. (not a good one)

I am not crazy nor really believe in this kind of stuff but know that it is real in my own life. What ever it is it's not good and it frightens me enough to where I am petrified when I am alone. If you could advise me on what to do I would be so appreciative.

In addition I am now 36 years old and have moved a great deal in my life and I do believe it has followed me.

Sincerely,
Tena

What you experienced in your grandmother’s house could have easily happened. However no one ran thru you. When an earthbound ghost is very, very close to you, right in your space, that is what it can feel like.

You are not crazy. A ghost can easily follow you from house to house. In all honesty who is going to stop them? I can for certain say that this ghost has followed you, because the clicking noise the ghost makes is very distinct. Not many do that so it has to be the same one.

Here are two suggestions that may help.

First- It never hurts to have your home blessed by an ordained priest or minister. DO NOT get holy water and sprinkle it about. This will not help.

Second- Get what is called a smudge stick. This is what Native Americans used to cleanse their living spaces. You should be able to find smudge sticks at health food stores, some book shops, or any good metaphysical store. Follow the instructions in the package or ask for instructions where you buy it.

Good luck.

Mary Ann