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FaerieChar
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Valentine's Day Superstition
It was often believed that a woman could determine the kind of man she would marry by the first bird she saw on Valentine’s Day.
Blackbird – Priest, a clergyman or a religious figure.
Dove – a good-hearted man.
Goldfinch – a rich man (especially if it was a yellow goldfinch).
Sparrow – a happy man.
Hawk – a soldier, a warrior or brave man.
Crossbill – an argumentative or bad-tempered man.
Robin – a sailor.
Bluebird – a happy man.
Owl – a man who would not live long.
Woodpecker – the woman will never marry.
These are superstitions and not true omens. A thorough knowledge of the birds in the individual’s environment may prove that there is a greater likelihood to encounter certain birds every day, while never encountering others. An unusual or untoward behavior of a bird may provide indication of something unusual in the offing, but would not indicate one’s future mate. Such beliefs, though, can be amusing entertainment and add fanciful fun to days like Valentine’s Day.
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FaerieChar
2/14/2009, 12:46 am
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