Journal

This is more than a journal—this is an interactive investigation. By enlisting the paranormal community and readers, it seeks to free trapped souls, protect those that escaped, and investigate Isabel/Candle Face. Every entry is a call to action, inviting participants to piece together testimonies, analyze evidence, and challenge the growing power of Candle Face.

A silhouetted hand reaches out from beneath the water’s surface, frozen in a desperate grasp. The rippling water reflects the fading light, evoking a sense of loss and mystery. This image accompanies 'Return to the Water’s Edge: Austin’s Ongoing Haunting,

Candle Face Victim #15: Return to the Water's Edge

Last night, a lost soul appeared, dripping wet and angry, demanding I hear his story. He was a homeless man living near Town Lake, who dismissed Candle Face’s existence as...
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Candle Face Victim #14: Sobriety's Test on Sixth Street

Last night, a dripping-wet spirit appeared, sharing his tragic story of relapse and death at the hands of Candle Face. After months of sobriety, he was confronted by children handing...
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Beer bottle.
A terrified man is submerged underwater, his face frozen in shock as Candle Face's skeletal hand reaches down to grasp his head. Bubbles escape his mouth, emphasizing his struggle, while the glow of Candle Face's hand contrasts with the deep, murky surrou

Candle Face Victim #13: The Drowning Ghost’s Story

Last night, a furious, waterlogged spirit assaulted me, demanding that I finally document his story—a tragic encounter with Candle Face on an overnight boat trip. Despite his disbelief, he shared...
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IDENTIFIED? Candle Face Victim #11: From Doubt to Despair

I received an anonymous email suggesting a connection between Candle Face’s Victim #11 and the real-life case of Roxanne Paltauf, who went missing in Austin, Texas, in July 2006. The...
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A missing person flyer for Roxanne Paltauf features multiple photographs of her and a cash reward for information about her disappearance. The flyer includes identifying details such as her height, weight, hair color, and last known location in Austin, Te
A dimly lit wooden table holds a deck of tarot cards, a candle in a brass holder, an old pocket watch, and a rolled parchment tied with twine. A woman with red-painted nails and ornate rings on both hands rests them on the table, poised as if ready to con

Candle Face Chronicles: Betrayed by Paranormal "Experts"

In my ongoing quest to help Candle Face’s lost souls, I’ve encountered disheartening betrayal from so-called paranormal “experts.” Despite their public claims of bravery and expertise, many fled or cut...
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IDENTIFIED? Candle Face's Victim #2: Mama’s Last Embrace

After months of visits from spirits claiming to be victims of Candle Face, my investigation has taken a significant turn. My former colleague, a private investigator, connected one of these...
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Screenshot from The Charley Project featuring Tanisha Lorraine Watkins, missing since 1984 in Austin, Texas. Includes her toddler photo, an age-progression image, case details, and investigative contacts.
A sunset casts vibrant pink and orange hues across the sky, reflecting on the calm waters below. A road in the distance is lined with trees, and streaks of light from passing vehicles hint at motion. The image conveys a sense of mystery and contemplation,

Candle Face Victim #12: Laughter at Austin’s Water’s Edge

After two weeks of silence, a new spirit appeared—soaked, coughing, and tormented. His story describes how he mocked Candle Face one night, laughing off the tales of a ghost girl....
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The Haunting of Childhood: Horror in The Empty Lot Next Door

The Empty Lot Next Door masterfully weaves psychological and supernatural horror, making it far more than a typical ghost story. The primary source of terror, Candle Face, emerges not just...
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A blackened, distorted handprint pressed against a foggy surface, resembling melted wax. The imprint evokes the presence of Candle Face, hinting at her lingering influence and the fear she instills. The smudged and uneven texture suggests something unnatu
A quote from Betty White reads, "I like double entendre because then the people who get it enjoy it, and the people who don’t get it don’t know about it." The text is overlaid on a photograph of Betty White smiling warmly, with her signature below the quo

The Empty Lot Next Door: Adult and Child Views

The Empty Lot Next Door presents a story that resonates differently based on the reader's age and life experiences. For adults, it unfolds as a story about children navigating a...
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