Part 1: Belmont Mansion Ghostly Happenings: Amanda the Ghost

Ronda of IGT asking questions to the ghost in "Amanda's bedroom"

The Inspired Ghost Tracking group of Glen Burnie, Maryland leads public ghost investigations at the historic Belmont Mansion (in Elkridge, MD) several times throughout the year through the Howard County Parks Department. The tours are $20 and the funds all go to support the mansion. The registration is through the parks department.

On the most recent investigation, Friday, July 16, there were several experiences where we talked with intelligent haunts (ghosts who answer questions).

There were 21 people who signed up for the investigation. So, the Inspired Ghost Tracking teams split into two groups. One for the first floor and basement, and the other for the second floor. I covered the second floor with Ronda, Amy and Jimmy.

A GHOST NAMED AMANDA - On previous investigations we learned that there is a 6 year old girl named Amanda who died of the flu and still plays in the house. People have seen her. I got all the info about her name, age, and death on a previous investigation - as I channeled her while Ronda asked me questions (we work so well together).
  

The ball lit up with an affirmation

LIGHTING UP TO ANSWER - One of the things we use to get "Yes" or "No" answers is a ball that lights up when moved or affected by electrical activity. It's actually a cat toy, but it's easy enough for ghosts to affect it (since they're energy). Well, Ronda asked questions and Amanda answered confirming her presence. A visitor in the group asked Amanda if she knew what was pictured on her shirt (they were butterflies), and the ball lit up. Another question was asked and the ball didn't light. Then a woman asked if Amanda knew what was on her shirt (cats) and the ball lit up.  Other questions were asked and received no response.

TV TIME - At the end of the questions we were about to leave when suddenly Amanda turned on the television in the room. We were all startled as the remote was in a drawer and no one was near the television. Again, ghosts can do that because they're electrical energy. Maybe Amanda was acknowledging she was done with her visitors and wanted to watch television.

If you want to participate in one of the IGT investigations of the Mansion, Call 410-313-0200 or register online:
www.howardcountymd.gov/Departments/Recreation-and-Park

Join the locally inspired ghost tracking team as they guide you on a tour and paranormal presentation of Belmont Manor House, grounds, and cemetery. Learn from and meet experts in the field, paranormal authors, investigators

and mediums. Acquire knowledge of equipment including a video camera, voice recorder, EMF meters, and ghost box. Cameras and your own  equipment are welcome. Who knows what you will find on this paranormal investigation of Belmont! Bring a flashlight and dress for the weather.

Be sure to like the page: Inspired Ghost Tracking's Ghosts of Belmont Mansion:
https://www.facebook.com/inspiredghosttrackingbelmontghosts 

NEXT: Ghostly Proof at the Belmont Manor: The White Haired Woman

Big Announcement! Updated and Revised for 2016: Ghosts and Spirits 2nd Edition!

I'm proud to announce the publication of the 2nd edition of my first book "Ghosts and Spirits."  
 This 2nd edition has been updated and revised for 2016. It has also been reformatted and editing for easier reading. I've learned a lot since I published the first edition of this book in 2009 and I've revised the book to reflect it. I think you'll get a lot of the book, and will learn a lot about human (and even animal) ghosts and spirits. 
LOOK FOR THE PURPLE COVER BORDER to ensure you have Volume 2. *NOTE: Vol. 1 is still out there under "Used Books" on Amazon. This Volume is MUCH more detailed and comprehensive. 
- Rob Gutro 


HISTORY - I published the book in December 2009, and have learned a lot since then, especially as my abilities developed and I joined the Inspired Ghost Tracking group in 2010 as a medium.
 WHAT'S IN THE BOOK  - 
   This was my breakthrough book that DEFINED the difference between a Ghost and a Spirit. The difference lies in energies and how they affect the living.
  The book has a lot of amazing experiences in it, including a chapter about how my Dad passed in 2008 and helped me convince my entire family that he was around during the week of his services. The book also includes the original story and the first dozen signs from my puppy Buzz, who proved he was still around in spirit, and showed me how pets communicate from the other side. He was the inspiration for this book.
   You'll walk through historic places and meet the ghosts that dwell in them, You'll also read stories from others with their encounters of Earth-bound ghosts and spirits, and a great chapter about a mother and son's experiences with both.

  Published by CreateSpace, Available in E-book and Paperback on Amazon.com.

ABOUT GHOSTS AND SPIRITS 2016: 2nd Edition

  Learn the difference between a ghost and spirit, the energies that drive them and enable them to communicate with the living. Learn why some stay behind. Follow the author on paranormal investigations and encounters with both entities- even his own dad and his dog who proved they are still here. Read about historic haunted homes and ghost walks the author experienced and personal hauntings encountered by Rob and others. 

  Rob was inspired to write this book after a puppy he had was tragically killed in an accident. The puppy's spirit returned many times in different ways.  

  Learn some ways people and pets can give you signs: from a heart of flowers, to music, electricity, apports, appearances, temperature changes and more.

  Rob wrote this book to offer comfort for anyone who lost someone dear to them, and provide proof that our departed loved ones are still around us, guiding. Influencing, protecting us and helping teach us lessons.

  The author lived in a haunted house in college (by accident). Read about the ghostly face of a cruel southern General on a building in Savannah and the ghostly actor from a Tombstone theater.

  Also available by Rob Gutro: Lessons Learned from Talking to the Dead, Pets and the Afterlife, Pets and the Afterlife 2.

Max the Cat Provides Many Messages

Every week I get a good number of emails from grieving pet parents who dog or cat passed, and they ask me to connect if I can. Fortunately, pets are great communicators!

Here's a series of emails about a Cat named Max that came through to me. Just look at the ways he let me know that it was him - there were so many ways!!

EMAIL TO ME: 

Hi Rob, I really appreciate you giving me comfort that my family and I will see my beautiful Cat Max that was 16 years old and lived with us for 16 years will be waiting for us in heaven we die one day. I wanted to ask you if you are able to connect with Max and find out from him if he is happy and feeling healthy and at peace where he is. My husband and I and our son have been quite upset about his passing and it would be great if we knew how he is doing. Thank you so much!!

MY EMAIL AND MAX'S MESSAGES: 

Hi -   When I read your note I kept seeing a somewhat striped cat tail curling around, and his ears are perked up. Of course, I have no idea what he looked like. But he is safely on the other side.
   Was there someone that you referenced to him as "uncle" who passed away? I keep hearing Uncle... or is the "uncle" someone that he particularly liked on this side? He seems quite connected to him.
    His health is perfect - as we all achieve perfect health in spirit- because we become pure energy.
  Max is also showing that he likes to lay on his side, I think it's his right side and expose his tummy. Did he do that?  He's purring contentedly, too, telling me that he's grateful for the wonderful life he had with you and is still going to come around.
 You may see him as a shadow from the corner of your eye, or may even feel his presence jump on a bed or a couch. Mostly likely, he'll make an appearance in all of your dreams.
  He will always be connected to you!
Hope you can make sense of some of these things and they bring you comfort.

 EMAIL CONFIRMING WHAT MAX SHOWED ME:
Max did have a striped tail. He was a domestic long hair gray and white cat. Max did like lying on his right side on our carpet in the living room. I am so happy that is safely on the other side and that he is happy and purring and in perfect health. It is amazing that you said an uncle that passed away because my uncle Vince did pass away around a month ago. Do you know if this is the uncle that Max is connected to on the other side. I am so grateful to you for connecting with Max. This really does bring comfort to my family and I.

I just want to ask you something else if that is okay. Do you know if Max is upset with my husband and I for having him put down. Because I am sometimes feeling guilty for doing that but I know that he was not doing well and that’s why we decided to do that.

 

A pic of Max sent to me after the first couple of emails

MY RESPONSE AND MORE MESSAGES FROM MAX: Max is not upset with you or your husband. In fact, he's thankful that you both were strong enough to recognize that he was tired of fighting and wanted to move on, and have the courage to help make that happen. It is the most unselfish act of unconditional love that we can show for each other. 
  He doesn't want you to feel guilt. He thanks you and wants you to know how much he appreciates your love. 

EMAIL CONFIRMING APPEARANCE IN DREAMS! 

Hi Rob,I hope you are doing great!! I had my first dream of Max last night since he has passed away. He was in his litter box and he looked fine, also I noticed there was hardly any cat litter in his box and as I was watching him he was slowly getting smaller in size and then just disappeared. You were right about me seeing him in a dream. Thanks again for everything!!

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If you or someone you know had a pet pass away, and they're experiencing grief or want to know what signs to look for from the pets in spirit, have them check out my books "Pets and the Afterlife" and my NEW BOOK "Pets and the Afterlife 2" by Rob Gutro, available on Amazon.com in e-book and paperback  (click to go to Amazon)

 

Q&A: Do Pets Feel Pain of Sickness and Death?

Every week I get a lot of emails from people who are grieving over their pets who have passed or have questions.

Here are two good questions and my answers, to help you better understand what happens before pets transition to the afterlife.

QUESTIONS: My question is do animals feel the pain of sickness and death the way people do? 
Do they understand?

ANSWERS: Yes, animals feel pain and the approach of death as people do. That's why some animals choose to retreat to a quiet corner to pass, while others come to their loved ones for attention in their last hours. Humans make the same choice.
  They do understand that their body is failing, and they are about to pass.
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For more information about what happens after pets pass and how they communicate, check out "Pets and the Afterlife" and "Pets and the Afterlife 2" on Amazon.com (paperback and E-book) by Rob Gutro

Pets are Dedicated to Us in Life and the Afterlife

A dog laying on the grave of his pet parent

All animals have souls. A soul is our life energy plus intelligence, emotion, memories and personality. Our pets are also dedicated to us, and bound to us in this life and from the afterlife. To understand how they communicate from the other side, read "Pets and the Afterlife" and "Pets and the Afterlife 2" by Rob Gutro
  There is nothing more precious than the unconditional love of a dog, cat or other precious pet. 

Pets and the Afterlife 2, Pets and the Afterlife - by Rob Gutro

Rob's 2 hr interview about Haunted History: Beyond the Grave You Tube program

If you missed Rob's 2 hr interview about Haunted History on the Beyond the Grave You Tube program, you can watch it here!
    Beyond the Grave Radio Presents Rob Gutro. Author, Medium and Ghost Hunter. Hosts Christina and Roger talked with Rob about about haunted places Rob visited and encountered ghosts. The Montpelier Mansion, the Belair Mansion, the Benson-Hammond House, and a lot of ghostly activity in the very haunted New Hope, Pennsylvania. We also touched upon the difference between ghosts and spirits, and even some spirit pets.
  Most of the stories they covered were from Rob's books:  "Pets and the Afterlife," "Pets and the Afterlife 2" (just published in 2016) "Ghosts and Spirits" and "Lessons Learned from Talking to the Dead" at Amazon.com


VIDEO:  https://youtu.be/HOQWqKPW2LY?list=PLSOumkAIzx0739V1rnIvfoqJzc5hwS7B8

  

ROB'S BOOKS AVAILABLE - AMAZON AUTHOR PAGE: amazon.com/author/robgutro or

http://www.amazon.com/Rob-Gutro/e/B003UNTASW/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1456078180&sr=1-1

Tonight! YouTube LIVE Interview on Paranormal Graveyard Radio at 8pm EDT!

Tune in TONIGHT!  July 7 , 2016 at 8 p.m. EDT Radio Interview on
Paranormal Graveyard Radio about Rob's Updated/revised "Ghosts and Spirits" book.
LISTEN AND WATCH live on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HOQWqKPW2LY&feature=youtu.be 

LISTEN: https://www.facebook.com/Paranormal-Graveyard-Radio-580704242087692/?pnref=lhc 

Don't Believe any faith that says "pets don't cross over or have souls"

As someone who has had the ability to get messages from spirits of people and pets since I was a teenager, there is absolutely nothing that makes me angrier than hearing that some "Religious people" tell pet parents that "animals have no soul," and that "animals don't go to heaven.' That is SO stupid. Really. Yes, I said stupid because their ignorance hurts grieving pet parents and their children. Those people that say animals have "no soul" simply don't know what they're talking about.

FIRST, LET"S DEFINE A "SOUL":  EVERY living thing has a soul. A Soul is the combination of memories and personalities and intelligence. We all know that pets learn, they have love, they have memories (just don't feed them on time and they'll let you know), and they all have their own personalities. OF COURSE ANIMALS HAVE SOULS.

This blog is not to put down religions (because not all of them believe in the "no soul" idea). However, please keep in mind that religions only say what their religious books tell them. It's important to remember that many religious texts were written for primitive peoples when no one understood science, behavior or the afterlife. In fact, people who continue to say "animals have no souls" have never talked with spirits on the other side as mediums do. So, how can they make these ridiculous claims that pets have no souls? Answer; They can't. They have no idea what they're talking about and it does so much harm to grieving pet parents. It's maddening!

I have seen my family dogs on the other side in the light waiting for my dad.
I've literally received THOUSANDS of messages from pets who have given me so much detail, that I couldn't possibly know - and they've proved their identities. In fact I've received SO many messages, I wrote "Pets and the Afterlife 2" that contains many of them.

So, next time a person of a religion tells you "animals don't have souls" tell them they most certainly do and you know someone who has proven it countless times over.
  In fact, I'm sure that any dog, cat, rabbit, etc. has a better chance of crossing over before those people. Of course the religious person will find out how wrong they are when they die and transition to spirit!

SO, take heart. Your dog, cat, horse, bird, etc. will ALWAYS be connected to you and will be waiting for you on the other side.
 
For Rob Gutro's books: "Lessons Learned from Talking to the Dead," "Pets and the Afterlife" and the new book "Pets and the Afterlife 2" -  visit Amazon.com   (or click this link) 

A Review I Like on my Pets and the Afterlife book

Here's a nice review I received recently about my series of Pets and the Afterlife books: 

Rob Gutro's book is amazing. The book has offered me comfort and knowledge of the frequent messages I have received from my passed Coco. I cannot thank Mr. Gutro enough for the gifts he shares with those of us who are lost and have a broken heart over the loss of their pet and friend. 
His books are insightful and wonderful! 
You're the best Mr. Gutro!!

 Comment appeared on Rob's blog on 6/10/16 A Q&A on Feeling a Presence from "Urns, Ashes and Spirit Visitors "
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Lessons Learned, Ghosts and Spirits

For Rob Gutro's books: "Lessons Learned from Talking to the Dead," "Pets and the Afterlife" and the new book "Pets and the Afterlife 2" -  visit Amazon.com   (or click this link) 

Pets and the Afterlife 2, Pets and the Afterlife

Q&A - Will Spirits find us if we move?

Here's a question I received recently asking if spirits will find us if we move.
QUESTION:   Mom died six weeks ago, and we had her cremated. We have her urn in the living room. We haven't sensed her presence yet, but I'm trying to keep an open mind about it.  If she is inclined to visit, but Dad and I move to another house, would she be able to find us if we put the urn in the new house? Or would she only be able to look for us in the house she'd lived in?

ANSWER: Your mom's energy is connected to you and spirits can go anywhere, so she will always be with you. Only earth-bound ghosts are fixed to a location - your mom is a spirit and has crossed over.

Spirits can find us wherever we go in the world or on the other side, Their energies are forever linked to ours because the emotional energy of love acts as a draw and a beacon to spirits.

Lessons Learned, Ghosts and Spirits

For Rob Gutro's books: "Lessons Learned from Talking to the Dead," "Pets and the Afterlife" and the new book "Pets and the Afterlife 2" -  visit Amazon.com   (or click this link) 

Pets and the Afterlife 2, Pets and the Afterlife