Many stores report all kinds of strange happenings, especially toy stores. In Sunnyvale, California a famous photo shows what appears to be an apparition of a man leaning on a wall. After many photos taken, only one had this image in it. Along with the photo, there are many stories of strange things happening such as objects moving on their own as witnessed by employees.
Not to be outdone by the Sunnyvale stories, the Toy's 'R' Us at Metrocenter in Phoenix has many of its own eerie stories to tell. Mike and both of my kids worked there and told many crazy stories of things that happen to them especially at night. They would be stocking the store for the next day after store hours, and that is when most of the activity occured. Last year, Mike did a post on his experience. Instead of rewriting Mike's story, here is a link for you to read all about it.
The land that this store was built on was a sparsely populated residential district. I really couldn't find any reason for the activity. Maybe those playful ghosts just want to spend eternity playing with the toys.
It could even go back to the time of the ancient HoHoKam. It also reinforces my belief that laughter and happiness draws more spirits.
ReplyDeleteI hope the toys are us here is haunted. It would make all the shopping hours there seem at least a little more interesting.,
ReplyDeleteI never thought of it that way - but I bet (one would think) that laughter and happiness would draw more spirits- I know the photo you are talking about with the "man" leaning against the wall- eerie!!
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Sharon; it probably does go back that far in AZ history. It would be something to further check out.
ReplyDeleteJessica; I bet if you talk with some of the employees of the toy store in your area, they just might have some interesting stories to tell. It sure would make things more interesting.
Devin; when I was in Bisbee with Mike, the most activity came when we were goofing off and laughing. The spirits seem to like it when you are a bit silly, lol.