"Knock on wood!" Yes, I admit it, I do it all the time, habit I guess. I have also heard that one should never leave cupboard doors open, if you do people will gossip about you. Spilled salt is thrown over the left shoulder with the right hand. There are a lot of little things folks do for a lot of reasons. To many, black cats represent good luck, not bad and some folks never develop a fear of the number 13, for some it is a favorite number. One can hammer 3 nails in the shape of a triangle on the door for protection or place an amulet in a tree outside. A strategically placed Mojo bag under the porch or even a "Witch Bottle" under the kitchen sink have all been used, even egg shells have a purpose. Mostly these things are done to protect home and family and to bring prosperity.
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October 2023
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