Odd sounds and sounds coming from unexpected places and times often had superstitions attached to them. Some of those superstitions were fairly good, but most were rather bad.
To Hear Your Name
To hear your name called out when there is no one else around is a sign that a beloved spirit is trying to communicate with you.
Mystery Music
If you hear the faint sound of music after going to bed, it means things are moving along as they should and good things are coming your way.
Fairy Work
Strange tappings from inside your home are said to be fairies working on your behalf.
Footsteps in the Hall
Hearing footsteps in a hall where no person can be seen is said to be the dead seeking someone living to join them.
Ghost Dog Howl
To hear the howl of a ghost dog is a sure sign that you are about to meet your end.
Three Sharp Raps
If you hear three sharp raps against a door or a table means that death has stopped in for a visit. You may be in danger.
Click Click Click
To hear the “click, click, click” of an insect at midnight signifies you will find treasure.
Daytime Owl Hoot
An owl hooting during the day used to be warning of fire.
