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This is some fun info Snowview... and never open an umbrella inside.

posted by yellowrose55 on April 22, 2009 at 4:46 PM | link to this | reply

snowview

Nita's lovely blog is so loved by one and all, superstitions et al. How can I lag behind, LOL?

posted by Bhaskar.ing on April 21, 2009 at 9:36 PM | link to this | reply

Another very interesting post

and actually a useful background piece for a part of my novel so thanks.

posted by malcolm on April 21, 2009 at 3:59 AM | link to this | reply

I enjoyed reading very much, thanks!

posted by Chilitree on April 19, 2009 at 11:43 PM | link to this | reply

Fun read.   I am a part of a non-superstitious family, so always thought of these things as humorous.  But, so many people are very serious about it.

posted by TAPS. on April 19, 2009 at 4:34 PM | link to this | reply

What an awesome post Nita! I love your blog, I learn so much! I got your  and will write you back today! I am getting so excited I can stand it! lol Have a wonderful day! Shelly

posted by sam444 on April 19, 2009 at 12:43 PM | link to this | reply

I have had my share of these. The science is usually very hard to prove!

posted by Soul_Builder101 on April 19, 2009 at 12:58 AM | link to this | reply

Nita... you will find that every superstition has many explanations...  for example,  in Catholic school they said that we knocked on wood because in olden times the cross where Christ was crucified was split into thousands of little slivers and these were sent to different churches around the world.  Touching this wood that had touched the body of Jesus was supposed to ward against the evil eye and perform miracles... With time the custom of knocking on wood stretched to all wood... Jewish people do not knock on wood because they consider that a Christian custom :-)  instead  they wear little eyes ( sometimes made of precious stones) to ward off against the evil eye or a special red string tied around their wrist... That red string does not only guard against evil eye but also, if the one that wears it makes a wish when its tied on, when it falls apart and comes off the wish will come true.  loll   In Cuba and some parts of Africa wearing an onix stone or "azabache" will protect you... In China it is Jade... I could go on and on  loll   Great post my friend...

posted by Sinome on April 18, 2009 at 3:34 PM | link to this | reply

Snow

God lives in the trees and from that “touch wood”.  Oh, how I enjoy these little nuggets you share with us!

posted by Troosha on April 18, 2009 at 7:35 AM | link to this | reply

Yes, Nita I did enjoy the post! It was very interesting and well researched. In Denmark people knock under the table instead of on wood to ward off evil spirits and misfortune. Here's wishing you good luck!

posted by elinjo on April 18, 2009 at 7:30 AM | link to this | reply