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#FolkloreThursday St. Elmo's Fire is a weather phenomenon that occurs when a large amount of atmospheric electricity is present, usually before or after a thunder storm. It was thought to be good omen by men at sea, a sign of God's protection.

#FolkloreThursday
There was an old man of Blackheath
Who sat on his set of false teeth
Said he, with a start
"O Lord, bless my heart"
I have bitten myself underneath

#FolkloreThursday In Scotland dogs are seen as bringing good karma and serendipity. Throughout their country’s history, dogs have been given the utmost respect, often portrayed as the symbol of loyalty and companionship – this can be seen throughout their art and decor.

#folklorethursday In the Great Lakes region the Snow Wasset is an unusual creature, growing short legs during the summer which it uses to avoid the light. Once the first snows come however, it sheds these legs to burrow its way through the drifts in search of hibernating prey.

#folklorethursday Water fairies found in ponds in the Netherlands, do not have wings. They can fly by being encased in bubbles and traveling on the winds. Main home is the River Elbe, as it is sacred to them. Small fairies, extremely light and sometimes shift into otters.

#folklorethursday Scandinavian trolls were described as stupid and slow, and were rumored to keep bears as pets. Their simple lifestyle was one of peace unless they felt threatened, in which case they would respond with savage violence.

#folklorethursday In Europe tomatoes were known as the “poison apple” because it was thought that aristocrats got sick and died after eating them, but the truth of the matter was that wealthy Europeans used pewter plates, which were high in lead content.

#folklorethursday In Peru The Pishtaco is described as a pale skinned foreigner, with boots, leather coat, and felt hat. He sneaks into graveyards to grind human skeletons into a paralyzing powder he uses to incapacitate hapless travelers on nocturnal mountain roads and paths.

#folklorethursday Waheelas are gigantic wolves with wider heads, spread-out toes, and long white fur. They are said to hang out in the Northwest Territories, specifically the remote Nahanni Valley, and their hobbies include ripping your head off.

#folklorethursday In Arkansas folklore, the Howler is a creature said to dwell in the Ozarks. According to tradition, the creature is bear-like in shape with a gray colored, shaggy coat.