Legends & Folklore

Can't you stand it when those weather people on TV are wrong? They say "plenty of sunshine today." But where's the sun? All you see is rain, rain and more rain! So much for going...

Did you know there are things you can look for on the moon that will tell you if rain will be coming soon? Just look for the following signs:

This article is about your society. Do you understand your society? Do you know the inportance of your society to you? Many may have a problem with this because they feel there is no importance to...

Eventually that time of the year rolls around whe we must sweep, mop, dust and wash our homes. But how long has it been since you have Spiritually Cleansed the area where you spend much of your...

If you are in your twenties there are few things you really consider and even fewer that you even think about. However there is one number that strikes fear into the hearts of all twenty...

Surely you've heard of Bloody Mary, if not now, then in your childhood. "Bloody Mary" is the moniker of the vengeful ghost who can be called upon in a mirror. The legend of Bloody Mary...

There is no guarantee that drinking cranberry juice will help you pass this kind of urine test. A variety of factors play into testing results, and some labs will reject urine samples that are too...

On December 16, 1773 - not two years before the full scale American Revolution - Colonists, members of the secret Patriot organization termed the “Sons of Liberty”, and others in the New World...

Painting gourds for Halloween is a family tradition at my house. They make great decorations, great gifts and lend themselves to great indoor or outdoor displays. Good preparation of the gourds...

It's a sworn family secret, which I can no longer hold within! Yes, there is a simple cure to those annoying hiccups! I would be letting you into the simple steps of curing your hiccups for life!

Qi Xi, or Qi Qiao Jie, the Night of Sevens, is a Chinese festival staged the seventh day of the seventh lunar month. It celebrates the legend of two star-crossed lovers, represented by the stars...

On the Night of Sevens on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month, Chinese who see magpies in flight think of the legend of the Cowherd and Weaver Girl, represented by the stars Altair and...

Contrary to popular belief, chivalry is not dead: it's merely in hiding. I've been fortunate enough to meet a handful of people (women as well as men) who truly live a chivalric life and others...

Most people have received a West African investment scam email. The emailer often pretends to be a wealthy Nigerian widow who needs help getting her inheritance into safe hands. Sometimes, the...

Hiking and camping allows a person to get away from it all. On the next outdoor trip, a search for Bigfoot is something to consider. Imagine the celebrity and riches if the beast can be located...

Though initially startling and horrific, zombies are actually surprisingly easy to kill. However, you may not always have the necessary tools for conventional zombie disposal on hand. Therefore,...

The Kentish town of Edenbridge has for 30 years held a huge Guy Fawkes’ night celebration. The event takes place around November 5 and incorporates a parade, fireworks as well as a colossal...

Sasquatch, also commonly known as Bigfoot, is a staple of North American legends and folklore. As infamous as the Loch Ness Monster in Scotland, most think Sasquatch is between 7 and 10 feet tall...

A person's handwriting can say a lot more than their actual written words can. You can tell a person's mood, motive and character by their handwriting. Follow these steps and you can learn to...

The Loch Ness Monster, if real, remains in the realm of cryptozoology because it's more difficult to detect than known wildlife. Loch Ness, its habitat, is extremely murky, so pictures must be...

Burns Night celebrations take place in Scotland every year on the 25th of January, the birthday of Scottish national poet Robert Burns. Burns's poetry reveals him as a fun-loving individual who...

Fairies live in a magical, natural world. These special creatures are all around--in homes, gardens and urban areas. While mostly invisible to the human eye, fairies can be seen by humans who have...

Sasquatch, also known as Bigfoot, is a mysterious figure whose existence is questioned by nearly every prominent researcher in the scientific community. However, Sasquatch enthusiasts still...

Though protecting yourself from vampires is one step in avoiding becoming one, it isn't enough. You can become a vampire even if you never encounter one. To avoid becoming a vampire, you need to...

There is a certain company that claims that no one can eat just one of their potato chips. This just reeks of arrogance and we all enjoy putting people in their place. Obviously it is difficult to...

Atlantis exists, but people are looking in the wrong places. Inject science into legends for the best way to find Atlantis. The events surrounding Atlantis' demise are very similar to...

There's a rat in the take-out fried chicken. A man wakes up in bathtub filled with ice, minus one kidney. Urban legends are rampant in our culture, especially now that spreading them is as easy as...

The Loch Ness Monster is one of the most enduring monster stories in our midst, ranking right alongside stories of Sasquatch and the Yeti. Despite all of the supposed proof that Nessie exists,...

Golowan is Cornwall’s festival to celebrate midsummer. This take place from June 23 to 28 every year, from St. John’s eve to St. Peter’s eve. The celebrations traditionally entail the lighting of...

The first of March marks the celebration of St. David’s Day in Wales. Every person, young or young at heart and in between can be found celebrating in festive spirit on this day. St. David is...

Dybbuk (pronounced "DIH-buk"), from the Hebrew meaning "cleaving" or "clinging," is the term for a wandering spirit that attaches itself to a living person and controls that person in order to...

Superstition is the belief that events are influenced by specific behaviors without there being an actual causal relationship. Some superstitions are created through repeated personal rituals,...

The evil eye is a powerful communication technique, one that can inspire fear or guilt in those who are in its range. Giving the evil eye has been around for centuries, and it is one of the...

Ripley's Believe It or Not museums are something of an institution in America. Roy Ripley, the Believe It or Not founder, was an artist, explorer and adventurer constantly on the lookout for...

If you have wanted to be famous for something--well, anything--consider becoming a Guinness World Record holder. Some of the records may be way out of your reach, but you might have seen one that...

I once read a phrase that changed my life: "What would you do if you knew you could not fail?" You can change the course of your life by changing the course of your thoughts! That is...

So you've always wanted to take a photograph of Bigfoot, but didn't know where to start? Here is a tried and true method for getting an authentic photo of the big-footed creature. While countless...

Despite modern technology, there is no way to predict an earthquake. However, scientists do know how to determine where an earthquake will most likely occur. Follow these steps to discover how...

There are certain myths and traditions incorporated into some families to make childhood rites of passage more fun and memorable. One of the most famous of these is the legend of the Tooth Fairy....

Caernarvon Castle was said to have been built upon the ideals of the wizard Merlin by King Edward I. King Edward was very drawn to legends of yore and was hoping to be remembered in the company...

It starts out innocently enough as an embellished tale told over dinner or an email chain letter, but soon enough a story can spread into urban legend territory with enough storytellers who tell...

There is nothing like a good story, and nothing like being the one who started a famous urban legend. If you're feeling mischievous, start your very own urban legend. You may not be able to prove...

Point Pleasant, West Virginia offers a unique chance to really explore the Mothman mystery. Reports say the Mothman is a winged, man-sized creature with large reflective red eyes. First seen in...

Christmas time is made magical when a child meets Santa Claus. Parents often look forward to this moment even more than the children do. We've all seen those adorable photos of children bawling in...

If you have a mole on your skin that you'd like to remove, consider using a mole-removal product to get the job done. Finding out which product will be the most suitable to your skin using these...

An important part of proper car care is keeping the wheels clean and free from brake dust and road grime. Following are some tips on how to restore even the dirtiest chrome wheels to their...

Tired of road raging? Take the high road and switch to road phrasing! Get a personalized license plate in Nevada, express your individual personality and make your presence known wherever the road...

Tired of road raging? Take the high road and switch to road phrasing! Get a personalized license plate in New Mexico, express your individual personality and make your presence known wherever the...

In June of 1924, 38-year-old Brit George Leigh Mallory and his climbing partner, 22-year-old Andrew "Sandy" Irvine, attempted to summit Mount Everest. They were spotted close to the summit from...

Those born under the first earth sign of Taurus are symbolized appropriately by the bull and born between April 21 and May 21. Stubbornness is a predominant trait, so refrain from disagreeing with...