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The Halloween Jinx

There are numerous Halloween traditions, superstitions, and beliefs. Many have come and gone. New ones have bee made. This one called the Halloween Jinx is…

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Unlucky No. 13 Made Up By Ghost Ship

There was a ghost ship sighting back in 1917 where twelve boats left port, but thirteen boats were counted in the water. The boats were…

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9 Creepy Fun Spider Superstitions

Spiders have long been considered lucky in parts of Europe and in the United States. In Japan, the opposite is true and spiders are often…

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Cursed By A Mummy’s Skull

Here is yet another case of a curse mummy. What I find most interesting about these early accounts of evil mummies is that the majority…

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10 Strange Beliefs and Superstitions About Robins

The robin redbreast is probably the most recognized of all wild birds. Its friendly, humble nature is beloved by all and it is held in…

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Strange Things You Didn’t Know About the Luck of a Rabbit’s Foot

While growing up, small shops everywhere in the United States had a bin or two of rabbit’s feet for sale. There were the “natural” rabbit’s…

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10 Weird Superstitions About Rosemary Herb

Rosemary herb is a delicious smelling plant that can be grown in most gardens or grown as a potted plant. It can be trickier to…

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10 Weird Bits of Folklore About Acorns

Acorns are the nuts that form on oak trees and they are found throughout Europe and North America. Native Americans used acorns as a food…

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10 Things Believed to Scare Off Ghosts

Our ancestors were plagued by ghosts and night terrors, so it is not surprising to know that there are many superstitions that show how to…

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10 Intriguing Coin Superstitions

Love to collect coins? Here are ten fascinating superstitions about coins, making wishes, and bringing good luck. 1. New Homes and Additions When building a…

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