If you’ve been reading my blog (or the Superman Duffy
comics), you know that I LOVE Friday the 13th. It’s not just because I like
reading horror stories and watching thrilling movies, although that IS part of it.
I also love to bust myths, and perhaps no other day has more superstitions and
myths surrounding it than Friday the 13th.
IF you live in North America, that is.
Did you know that Friday the 13th isn’t a big deal in other
parts of the world? While North Americans are busy ducking ladders, avoiding
black cats, and going to Triskaidekaphobia’s Annonymous meetings
(Triskaidekaphobia is the fear of Friday the 13th), it’s just another day for
people in other parts of the world.
In Spanish-speaking countries, instead of Friday, TUESDAY the
13th (otherwise known as martes trece) is considered bad luck. Same with
people in Greece. In Italy, the number 13 has nothing to do with bad
luck—Friday the 17th is the day to watch your step. The number 13 is actually
considered lucky in Italy. Who knew?
That’s interesting for sure—and great research as I continue on my quest to learn more about the cultures and traditions of people that live in
Canada—but I think I’ll still avoid the mirror today…just in case I break it.
(Er…any chance it’s actually crazy hair day, too?)
Luckily, there are only two Fridays in 2017 that land on the
13th! What superstitions, if any, are you paying attention to today? Or is
Friday the 13th just one big myth?
Gotta jet. Good luck and have a GREAT weekend!
~ Chase Superman Duffy
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