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[–] proper@lemmy.world 30 points 6 months ago
[–] TheRaven@lemmy.ca 25 points 6 months ago

I’ve never met a ghost that didn’t want answers.

[–] magnetosphere@fedia.io 13 points 6 months ago (3 children)

Husband Bob was "angry" when he heard what had happened and took Mrs Johnson for a coffee to calm her nerves, she said.

If I wanted to calm someone’s nerves, the last thing I would do is give them coffee.

[–] littlebluespark@lemmy.world 7 points 6 months ago

Especially when ghosts can't often leave the physical location of their crossing over. Sounds like Mr. Johnson went for a contemplative walk.

[–] NigelFrobisher@aussie.zone 5 points 6 months ago

It’d be a nice cup of tea, obviously.

[–] NoSpiritAnimal@lemmy.world 5 points 6 months ago (1 children)

Many neurodivergent people find caffeine very calming. I have ADHD and coffee is like calm down water for me.

[–] magnetosphere@fedia.io 5 points 6 months ago

The story doesn’t specify. My nephew experiences the same thing, though. It’s so weird to see a young child drinking coffee,

[–] expatriado@lemmy.world 8 points 6 months ago

sorry, i don't reply to dead people

[–] Squirrel@thelemmy.club 6 points 6 months ago
[–] Fontasia@feddit.nl 5 points 6 months ago
[–] kindenough@kbin.social 4 points 6 months ago

"parsley saaaaage rosemary and thyme"

[–] littlebluespark@lemmy.world 2 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago)

Finally! My trusty ol' Speak With Dead doesn't have to begin entirely one-sided! 🥹