"When the corpse is 'laid-out', the death chamber is shrouded in white, the clock is stopped, and the looking-glass covered, to show that for the dead time is no more and earthly vanity departed." Painting of abstract grandfather clock and doorway. Quote from: Leighton, Henry R. (~1910). Memorials of Old Durham. Available HERE. Image: Pringle, … Continue reading #Flashlore 18
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GUEST BLOG: Witches and Wizards of the Faroe Islands
We're back with another Guest Blog article, exploring the wild landscapes and tales of the Faroe Islands with one of our regular contributors, Natalja Saint-Germain! If you would like to submit your own article and tell us all about the lore of where you're from or the places you've visited, do check out our Contact … Continue reading GUEST BLOG: Witches and Wizards of the Faroe Islands
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"Happy is the bride the sun shines on, and blessed is the corpse the rain rains on."— Proverb According to folk belief, a rainy day is unlucky for a wedding, but a good omen for a funeral, as sunshine is a symbol of joy and rain of sorrow. Painting of funeral cortege, entering the cemetery. … Continue reading #Flashlore 17
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