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Superstition – IF

November 18, 2007 /

Superstition by Emila
Wishing on a Robin | Digital

The theme is ‘Superstition’ over at Illustration Friday (IF).

Definition
Superstition: an irrational, but usually deep-seated belief in the magical effects of a specific action or ritual, especially in the likelihood that good or bad luck will result from performing it. Source: Encarta Dictionary
A wish made upon seeing the first robin in spring will come true – but only if you complete the wish before the robin flies away. Some believe that the robin will not be chased by a cat. It is also believed that whatever you do to a robin you will suffer the same tragedy. If a Robin flying in through an open window or tapping on the window, it’s a sign of death being present. Breaking their eggs will result in something valuable of your own being broken. To see a robin sheltering in the branches of a tree indicates that rain is on the way, whilst to see one chirping on an open branch indicates that fine weather is imminent.

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