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Tailing the Cat: A Timeline of Black Cats' Misfortune

Since the superstitions are not anchored in any written text, there are variations of beliefs associated with black cats' misfortune.

Had a Bad Day? It Can Always Be Worse!

From a pride of lions appearing at a cookout, to leaving a window open in the middle of a snowstorm, these folks experienced some seriously funny misfortune: 1. Can you spot what's in the background? 2. This is what happens to a sculpture when you drop it... 3.

These Fails Are SO Funny We Nearly Cried!

To our joy and their misfortune, the fails of these 18 poor souls ended up on the internet, and we must say, it just doesn’t get funnier than these pictures! 1. How to fail at English in 4 simple steps Image Source: Acidcow 2.

What On Earth Were These Folks Thinking!?

Although it's undoubtedly cruel to laugh at someone else's misfortune, the hilarious photos you're about to see below are the epitome of silliness and will leave you wondering what on earth the people behind them were thinking.

Ancient Wisdom: Timeless Chinese Idioms and Proverbs

Sāi wēng shī mǎ, yān zhī fēi fú - ("An old man loses his horse, who knows if it's a misfortune?") This reminds us that misfortune can disguise a blessing. The story goes that an old man in China lost his horse, which seemed like a misfortune at the time.

These Photos Clearly Indicate You're Never Too Old to Love

And may illness and misfortune keep away! h/t: brightside.me You're Never Too Old to Love love, aging, baba recommends, couples, elderly You're never too old to love or show love, and these pictures are a clear indication of that. Here are 15 photos that show you never have to stop having fun.

When It Comes to Bad Luck, These Poor Souls Take the Cake!

Needless to say, this gave Sax a reputation of a klutz, although we must applaud his indestructible body and self-esteem, as the man not only survived all of the misfortune but also went on to invent an iconic musical instrument.

A Superhero Grandma To the Rescue - Uplifting!

In this series of photos, Frederika's grandson Sacha wanted to highlight her unique and cynical sense of humor that has defied time and misfortune. Sacha called the series "Makima", or grandmother in Hungarian, and created a MySpace page on which to share all of Frederika's adventures.

Cats Have a Timeless Style: 17 Historical Photos

Black cat auditions for the film Tales of Terror , 1961 Image source: CatsOfYore/ Twitter Related: Tailing the Cat: A Timeline of Black Cats' Misfortune 11. "And the fish I caught was THAT big!" 1950 Image source: CatsOfYore/ Twitter 12. “Get off my lawn”. 1950 Image source: CatsOfYore/ Twitter 13. 

Great Life Lessons Are Hidden in These African Fables

It's easy to be distracted on the way to our mission, but doing so will only lead to misfortune and destruction. Related: This Story Teaches a Life Lesson We Always Seem to Forget 4. King of the Birds Related: 12 Powerful Short Stories That Everybody Should Read!

These Thanksgiving Quotes Will Get You in the Holiday Mood

“Reflect upon your present blessings, of which every man has plenty; not on your past misfortunes, of which all men have some.” - Charles Dickens Related Article: 10 Quotes That Encourage You to Appreciate What You Have 5. “Give thanks not just on Thanksgiving Day, but every day of your life.

Embrace Gratitude: 11 Quotes to Elevate Your Life

"Reflect upon your present blessings, of which every man has plenty; not on your past misfortunes, of which all men have some." -Charles Dickens 7. “Let us be grateful to the people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.”

5 Clear Signs That Something is Wrong with Your Health

For Ladies: Your PMS Symptoms Have Intensified and Aren’t Stopping after Your Period Ends Women who have had the misfortune of experiencing endometriosis know that the disease can feel like the worst PMS symptoms that you’ve ever had.

6 Thoughtful Zen Parables for Inner Enlightenment

The Farmer's Luck A farmer's life is a canvas upon which chance and misfortune paint their unpredictable strokes in this story. When his horse escapes, neighbors lament his misfortune. Yet, the horse returns with wild companions, transforming his luck into celebration.

What Do These Common Flowers Symbolize?

Superstition holds that a single daffodil foretells misfortune, while a bunch indicates joy and happiness. Freesia Freesia is one of the most fragrant flowers - its perfume having a light, sweet, soap-like floral scent.

5 Priceless Works of Art That Are Lost Forever

Some accidents and misfortunes take a heavy toll. In the 5 cases listed below, that price was the loss of cherished pieces of art. From ancient sculptures to manuscripts that could have been classical pieces of literature, the world lost many priceless treasures over the years.

Is Your Back Constantly Hurting? This Might Be the Reason

Though sprains and strains are often simple enough to address, we should nevertheless treat them as a wake-up call, as an unconditioned back can lead to all sorts of misfortunes, such as: 4. A herniated disc The spinal discs are rubbery rings of cartilage surrounding a nucleus of gel.