Tag Archives: Ghosts

The Ghosts Inside My Brain

Posted on May 16, 2021 by Austin

Aaron and Holly sat side by side on a bench that looked out onto the river and across to the city where Stephen King lived. It was a gorgeous, sunny morning, and because of the CDC’s recent announcement, neither of … Continue reading →

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The Ghost Busting My Balls

Posted on May 14, 2019 by Austin

I was exhausted today because I didn’t sleep well last night, Modern Philosophers, and I know exactly who’s to blame… My ex-wife! Sure, we’ve been divorced for fifteen years, and I haven’t seen her for almost as long, but that … Continue reading →

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Mirror, Mirror…WTF?

Posted on July 18, 2017 by Austin

I very rarely go up into the attic of The House on the Hill, Modern Philosophers, because that’s where the ghosts are. The Woodburys were the original owners of my home.  The clan was wiped out when a mysterious illness … Continue reading →

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Ghosts Refuse To Haunt Trump White House

Posted on March 6, 2017 by Austin

More strange news from the White House, Modern Philosophers.  It was revealed today that the ghosts that have haunted the building for over two centuries refuse to go anywhere near it now that President Trump has taken up residence. According … Continue reading →

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Trump’s White House: America’s Scariest Haunted House

Posted on October 12, 2016 by Austin

Halloween Season is in full swing in Maine, Modern Philosophers, and with Election Day a mere month away, it was time to vote for America’s Scariest Haunted House. With so many amazing haunted properties to choose from, this annual tradition … Continue reading →

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Washington’s Ghost: I Cannot Lie, Trump Must Go!

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Austin

George Washington’s Ghost paid a visit to The House on the Hill tonight, Modern Philosophers, to join me in celebrating his birthday. I’m extremely grateful that when the Father of our Country comes by for his annual birthday visits, he … Continue reading →

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Think Of It As Friday Eve

Posted on April 16, 2015 by Austin

A fog of confusion hung over The House on the Hill this morning, Modern Philosophers. I awakened from an odd dream convinced that it was Friday (which would be a good thing), and realized I had not prepared or purchased … Continue reading →

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I Advise You To Give Up On This Reformation

Posted on January 18, 2015 by Austin

Dear Modern Philosopher, I am writing to you today about a great reformation which must take place in your country immediately! I assume that you answer letters from Ghosts, as your blog does focus on the role Otherworldly Beings play … Continue reading →

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Hauntings Skyrocket In Maine As Ghosts Gather For Halloween

Posted on October 24, 2014 by Austin

Originally posted on The Return of the Modern Philosopher:
You know that noise, Modern Philosophers, that wakes you from sleep in the middle of the night?  The one that sounds like nails scratching on the window?  Or like a low,…

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Ghosts Of World Series Past Haunt Yankees And Red Sox Fans As Halloween Nears

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Austin

Halloween Season is in full swing in Maine, Modern Philosophers, and you wouldn’t even know that the World Series was about to begin since neither the Yankees, nor the Red Sox made it to the playoffs this year. Luckily, in … Continue reading →

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