I just did something banally amazing. Now I'm overcome with a profound sense of dread. Is this legitimate? [more inside]
posted by Lacking Subtlety on Nov 19, 2009 - 60 answers

Simple Mefi, simple! I just want to buy a replica of the Orin from the 80's fantasy film The Neverending Story. I'd like a nice one, but at this point.... [more inside]
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How do you increase serendipity? [more inside]
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How does a very good man meet a very good woman? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 24, 2008 - 29 answers

What are some not-to-be-missed events, activities, bars, and traditions in Chicago for St. Patrick's Day? [more inside]
posted by wordsmith on Mar 8, 2008 - 5 answers

Got any great books about luck? [more inside]
posted by Andrhia on Dec 26, 2007 - 18 answers

What are some less superstitious-sounding alternatives to the phrase "Good Luck"? [more inside]
posted by finite on Nov 28, 2007 - 60 answers

Can anyone steer me to an image of a Chinese character suitable for expressing "Good Luck!" (as in, good luck on your exams)?
posted by Wolfdog on Nov 30, 2005 - 10 answers

I gave my girlfriend's grandmother a set of kitchen knives as a gift. She told my girlfriend I needed to give her a penny as well, for good luck. I remember when I was a kid, my dad would give me pocket knives, but ask that I give him a penny in return (he used to say something like, "You can't give or trade someone for a knife. You have to sell it to them." I can understand the selling part, except why would I have to give my girlfriend's grandmother a penny as well? Anyone know the origin of this tradition? Or is it a superstition?
posted by robbie01 on Jan 23, 2005 - 18 answers