If you go outside with wet hair, youll get sick. And the folklore program Also I would try and contact pat jarret at the folklore dept of the humanities center in VA. I heard many of the documented omens and superstitions as I grew up and many I hadn't. If you drop a knife, a man is coming to visit. Very gruesome Instead, the name came from the Goldsboro News-Argusnewspaper in North Carolina. Celebrating and Preserving the Avoid these bad luck signs, if you can: If a black cat crosses the road while you are traveling, it is a harbinger of bad luck. According to both Appalachian folk tales and Cherokee legend, a group of pale-skinned humanoids called the Moon-Eyed People might be hiding somewhere in the Appalachian range. Today, tourists come from all over the country to visit the home of the Flatwoods Monster. However, the Brown Mountain lights were some strange lights from around 1910 during the time electric lighting was becoming widespread and the lights were from a locomotive train. I dont know if these will help, but they may provide a catalyst for you. It will fall off. Colonial Survivals in Appalachian Speech. Quarter: the visitor was there at the veteran's passing. Killing a cricket (especially in the house) is bad luck. Yet, some differ from state to state, region to region, or, family to family. If you have a clock on the wall or mantle that hasn't worked for a long time and it suddenly starts ticking, consider that a warning of impending death in the community. Appalachian Mountain Roots Facebook page. A full moon makes people act wild and mean. Ken. I was hoping for a more indepth look at the why and more about the reasoning behind the beliefs. Just in case! Today most of the time the superstitions are said in a joking manner. Im more worried about people with cell phones stuck in their ear than black cats. Few wanted a spoon to fall. So, I poured myself a glass of wine and headed to the front door. Then I washed my face, changed my clothes, and it was time to put everything away. Todays Guest Post was written by Ethelene Dyer Jones. Then mama said of the things that got my attention, and Ive never heard, Festivals, Folk. Eva Nell It includes hundreds of whimiscal superstitions as well as folk cures, charms, and chants practiced by the early settlers of Appalachia. Another popular myth in Appalachian folklore, the Flatwoods Monster originated in Braxton County, West Virginia. d) Eat black-eyed peas or collard greens with hog jaw on New Years Day. Appalachian Dulcimer Traditions tells the fascinating story of the effort to recover the instrument's lost history through fieldwork in the Southern mountains, finding of old instruments, and listening to the tales of old folks. Another legend from the Appalachian Mountain is about the moon-eyed people. If theres a man up that ladder, I DEFINITELY wouldnt walk under it. Some Common Folklore and Superstitions Held Among Mountain Folk | Blind Pig and The Acorn Appalachia, Folklore Some Common Folklore and Superstitions Held Among Mountain Folk June 10, 2012 Today's Guest Post was written by Ethelene Dyer Jones. They were warned as the monsters would come and carry them off to be killed. The lights, claim the legend, are the ghosts of grieving women still searching the mountainside for the bodies of fallen warriors. I love this post! Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links. If you get shingles all around your body, you'll die. Photo by U458625 on Wikimedia. If the right, good things are being said. The daughter, Betsy Bell saw a girl in a green dress swinging from the limb of an oak tree. If you spill salt, its bad luck. After all that, I sought a little calmness. Birds hitting a window is bad luck. Avoid walking atop graves as a sign of respect. Ed Ammons had me cracking up when he said balding is a blessing, we need a cure for hairy If a witch, a frog would most certainly hop into the grave while it was being filled. Here are some "everyday" superstitions to start you off: Always leave a building through the same door you entered it. Photo by Bloodyboppa on Wikimedia. Expect a message. Many of these mountain folklore sayings were passed down by my great-grandparents, but still live on a century later. Appalachian death superstitions involve household objects as well. Links for Book One and Book Two. And I hope I never have a goiter lawd! Locals and tourists alike have reported glowing, orb-like lights in blue, white, orange, and red, hovering approximately 15 feet off the ground in the Brown Mountain area near Morganton NC. The first visitor on New Years Day to a home will determine whether the firstborn on that homestead for the year, person or animal, will be male or female, according to the sex of the visitor. If you shudder for no reason, someones walking on your grave. Dont wash clothes on New Years Day. I love love love Appalachia & am proud to be from this Neck of tha Woods! Thanks for sharing. Depending other factors can cause serious harm. This system was passed down orally through the years and practiced as a way of keeping the folklore alive. Death will soon come. If youre walking with someone you have to go on the same side of a post or obstacle, or it will break your friendship. She would often focus on Johns daughter Betsy Bell, pulling the sheets off her bed, or even physically harming her with kicks, punches, and scratches. Pink sky in the morning sailor take warning. On November 15th 1966, two young couples comprising Roger and Linda Scarberry, and Steve and Mary Mallette reported spotting a large grey creature whose eyes glowed red. Thanks! 95. When a person dies in a home, open a door for his/her spirit to pass. The Appalachian culture is widely known for its superstitions, myths, legends and folklore. However, moon-eyed people could see various phases of the moon thus getting this name. Or dogs get hair balls from eating cats!!!! Their eyes were supposedly so sensitive to the sun that they remained nocturnal, which is why theyre called moon-eyed.. Strangeways Brewing, which has locations in Richmond and Fredericksburg, Virginia brews a beer named after the Wampus Cat, the Wampus Cat Triple IPA. If wooly worms are plentiful, itll be a bad winter. When If your arthritis acts up, itll soon rain. The first recorded sighting of the Brown Mountain Lights happened in 1771, when German engineer John William Gerard de Brahm wrote about seeing the lights in his journal. When a newborn smiles, angels are guarding him or her. Some legend tells about a brutal battle between the Cherokee and Catawba warriors on Brown Mountain which left several warriors dead. Dimples on the chin are said to be made by the devil's shoe. ); Below is a list of common mountain folklore. YOUR NOTES WERE VERY HELPFUL!!! This is true West Virginia folklore at its finest. Blowing smoke in the ear cures an earache. While they may not be as widely practiced today, these myths and mountain folklore were passed down by countless generations. More Im sure. Prior to the 20th century, Bigfoot was known by names like Sasquatch (a Salish word meaning wild-men) or Yeti (in Himalayan folklore). 1970 (F217.A65.W48) Glimpses of Southern Appalachian folk culture: papers in memory of Norbert F. Riedl. Dont rock an empty rocking chair. Id planned to sit among all the beautiful blooms in our flower garden, Gabriels Garden. If the wooly worm is yellow in the middle and brown at each end, the winter will be mild. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Designed using Nevark Premium. Dont do any canning or gardening on your period. The story of the Mothman began on November 15, 1966. Shes known for standing on her hind legs and using her supernatural powers to drive her victims to insanity. And if you have a sore throat, a cure for it, according to folklore, is to wear wool stockings, and then at night, turn them inside out and wear them to bed to cure the inflamed throat. If you have a toothache, drink liquids from a cobalt-blue glass to cure the ache. I have never heard that wearing wool socks would cure a sore throat but can certainly understand how this would work { If you give them to newlyweds, it will cut their love. The couple described it as a large flying man with ten-foot wings that followed their car while they drove in the area outside town known as the TNT area, the site of a former World War II munitions plant. I grew up in the foothills of the Appalachians, and other signs or omens from the area weren't included. If you drop a utensil (fork, spoon, knife), youll have a visitor. A wild bird in the house means someone's going to die. In our old house the thing about coming in and going out the same door was absolutely true. *shudder* lawd! e) Dont wash clothes on New Years Day or you will wash a family member out. To cure a sore or wound, let a dog lick it. PS Daddy wasnt stupid. Your wish will be granted. ), youll die once it reaches your height. To support our blog and writers we put affiliate links and advertising on our page. If you see a black cat crossing the road in front of you, draw an X in the air three times to void the bad luck. tell granny enjoying the CD. there was a grave dug the day before. Bad luck to go out a different door than you come in.. I have heard alot of these sayings, from my Great-Granny, Mamaws & Papaws, & Aunts, Uncles & Cousins too!! This could have been so much more. they had to call the PA Photo depicting the Bigfoot statue from the Shawnee National Forest in Illinois, United States. Forever left to wander alone through the mountains, the Wampus Cat acts out in anger at being cut off from her former life. Another one has two meanings Your email address will not be published. ??? Therefore, many ghost stories, songs, superstitions, and folk remedies considered "Appalachian folklore" can actually be traced back to places like Scotland or Ireland. The account is free. The Bigfoot tales were told by many of the indigenous tribes of the Appalachian Trail where they claimed that mysterious hair-covered creatures lived in forests. Legend says that the local Native American tribes waited for the full moon to drive the Moon-Eyed People from their underground caves. Another ghost story about the lights includes one about a Revolutionary War soldier linked to the Civil War ghosts. She spent her weekends in high school swimming at the Sinks or camping at Cades Cove. Robert L Smith, a wildlife biologist told reporters that the descriptions from the sightings fit the sandhill crane. In the mid-20th century, the UFO movement began to influence the Brown Mountain lights story. The impact of Appalachia's people and culture is found in food and entertainment, industry and business, music and entertainment, literature, language, and history. Appalachian superstitions surrounding Christmas also came from Scotland and Wales As in all cultures which celebrate Christmas, many superstitions and myths surround the holiday, most of them based on the pagan celebrations of the winter solstice which predated the Christian holiday. had fallen in the hole overnight. Every time you pop or crack your knuckles, they grow. Most of these sayings Ive heard all my life, but then I grew up in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This legend centers around the Bell family. What are some expressions you heard your family say growing up? I thought hed tell me about some danger Id encounter, like a wasp nest he hadnt cleared, or, perhaps, some angry bird or rabid squirrel. Mama was proud of Your baby has to fall off the bed before their first birthday. Dont cut a babys hair until after the first birthday or the child will have bad luck. Currently residing in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Amy is an English teacher and soccer coach who grew up in the Appalachian Mountains. Pastor and his wife came home with Old timers used signs (scores of them) to foretell changing weather long before they had any pointy-headed pundits or prognosticators (had to use some p words for B. The Appalachian region is made up of several blended together cultures since the 18th and 19th centuries. Is one of your children having trouble with a subject in school? Make a wish on a shooting star. Other people gave reports of similar sightings with two volunteer firemen saying they saw it was a large bird with red eyes. Anyhow, I just wanted to say thanks for sharing.Whitney Miracle. Coal miners are doomed if a woman works in or steps into a coal mine. My father used to mark heavy fogs in August on the calendar, expecting a hard winter or not, according to the fogs enumerated. The practices of river baptisms, snake handling, and folk healing were common in rural Appalachia. When they arrived at the site of the lights crash, they saw a pulsing red light and a 10-foot-tall creature with twisted hands and a glowing green face that seemed to levitate off the ground. Skilled makers are invited to come for a week and volunteer their time to help with projects around campus and make improvements in the studio. (Who wants to try that?). Ive heard some of these from family. Never tell a dream before breakfast or it will come true. Currently, we have Blacksmith Work Week, Woodworking Work Week . } It brings out whatever capacity for superstition and credulity a people come . If cows are laying down, or leaves are upside down, its going to rain. I have undoubtedly forgotten some. In the evenings, Catawba women went searching for their sons, husbands, brothers and fathers, using torch lights to guide them. Jim, Ive heard all of these. Give the first pinch of a freshly baked loaf of bread to the Good Men to keep them happy. We cut extra wood, sealed windows and doors, and bought generators waiting for what was surely going to be a hard winter. One is to look up the chimney in the house where the homesick person is visiting or residing. More of these rare sayings and superstitions of Appalachia. We were always told growing up never sweep under a persons feet or they will never get married. I washed fruits and vegetables under cold water and a splash of vinegar, then wiped the counters with bleach water. He just smiled and said, Its just a superstition. I have heard-if you drop a dish towel in the kitchen it means someone is coming to see you : ) Back in the days when witchcraft was more common, and some were suspected of being witches, there was a sure sign of whether the deceased was really a witch or not. Youll encounter danger. This. Dona Lastly when you dream of death it means there will be a birth I enjoyed Ethelenes folklore of Dont let a cat near the baby. When the moon is full hold a silver coin up to it and ask it to bring you money!!!! Why take chances? Interesting stuff! Thrash mouth or sometimes known as Thrush is the ailment. Should I bring her to a morgue The first boy that comes along and says wax you will say stix. One of the stories given by a priest in 1721 stated that these huge creatures used to stalk them at night. So, its called the Judas Tree.. The plaque says, These people are said to have been unable to see during certain phases of the moon. If you find yourself under one, dont turn around back up. Dont leave the house during a full moon. If a picture in a frame suddenly falls and breaks, it is a sign of death. I have a few superstitions to add to the growing list. Wear a buckeye in your bra to ward off rheumatism. But his written account stated that he saw the lights at a consistent time every night, leading many people to believe he was actually seeing train lights in the distance. Dont forget to stop at The Spot along the way, where youll find alien-themed sandwiches and Flatwoods Monster souvenirs. I would love to hear any of the signs, superstitions, and omens that are a part of your families or communities. window.mc4wp.listeners.push( I have compiled some information here for you. His father was was killed in WWII and I believe the veil is also referred to as a caul. Coins on a veteran's headstone (not so much a superstition but a message of respect): Penny: someone visited the grave. Given that, this list might call some to your mind. Finding a four-leaf clover means youll have good luck. })(); There are tons of things I could tell you about myself, but all you really need to know is I'm crazy in love with my home in Appalachia-the people, the food, the music, the colorful language, the sustainable lifestyle, the history, the soaring mountains, and the deep dark hollers. I've heard many of these stories and beliefs while growing up and while I would not consider myself a superstitious person, the possible outcomes of not abiding by these rituals will inevitably worm its way into my mind. The history of Appalachia itself is the history of the granny witchcraft tradition; although the name is relatively new, the customs go back a long time. Ethelene: You sure enlightened me with some new beliefs from our past. them boogers were just floppin The Bell Witch Another is to sprinkle salt between the sheet and the mattress on the bed he/she is sleeping. An account is needed for most books on the Internet Archive. Visitors should always depart by the same door they entered to prevent bad luck to themselves and their hosts. Ive actually heard people say they came in one door and must go out by the same door. Throwing rice at a wedding gives the couple good luck. Tipper, this was such a great post. To cure thrush, take a child to a person whos never seen his/her father. To learn more about this Appalachian scary story, visit the Flatwoods Monster Museum in Sutton WV. Youll drown if you swim right after eating because of leg or stomach cramps. While reported sightings of the colorful lights are known for their inconsistency, the lights are typically seen at night, especially after a rainfall. Grandma Polly from Robbinsville N C taught me to cure Athletes foot by wiggling my toes on fresh cow dung. An apple held by a dying person until his death, and then after his death given to an alchoholic or habitual drunkard to eat will cure that person of his craving for strong drink. Away from home and homesick? Im surprised I have not heard all the superstitions Etelene wrote about as my parents believed in all sorts of sayings. As a teacher, I cant subscribe to this method of getting over difficulties in learning reading, mathematics or science. c) Always go out the same door you came in. Ethelene-Good stuff this morning. That action is sure to bring bad luck. If you like what you see or read (I hope you do) and would like to use it, please email me and ask at [emailprotected] 2008 - 2023. A redbird (Cardinal) visiting means happiness or good luck. Powered by WordPress. Rubbing the head of a person with red hair is good luck. The Appalachian culture is widely known for its superstitions, myths, legends and folklore. Some believe the moon-eyed people built the fortifications on this mountain., Artists impression of the Mothman. If a bad storm is coming, put a 2-edged axe into a stump facing the storm to ensure the storm goes around you. I have heard quite a few of these, but not all of them. Never leave a baby's washed diapers on the clothesline during a full moon because they will attract evil forces. the necks came off real easy but Otherwise, youll have bad luck. You may find some info about Appalachian folklore on the Digital Library of Appalachia. Thanks, Ethelene!! 'Appalachian Folklore: Omens, Signs and Superstitions' explores the historical and cultural evolution of the pioneers who first ventured into the Appalachian Mountains. So the X is mild Superstition. Tipper (and Ethelene)Im fascinated by superstitions, although I prefer to consider them mountain folklore since a fair portion of them have some underlying factual basis. It didnt happen here in Kentucky! Game Commission, it was a big delay. They could be found in the forests and known to scream and steal livestock. us for dinner. What Is Appalachian Granny Witchcraft? If you plant a coniferous tree (pine, cedar, etc. Milk or food stolen from a neighbor and fed to a child will cure whooping cough. This was a commonly held belief back before the whooping cough vaccine when children came down with the dread disease and their little bodies were wracked with fever and severe coughing. Appalachian Dulcimer Traditions is a first-hand report to enlarge our knowledge of the dulcimer's history by searching the hills and "hollers" of Appalachia, looking at old instruments, and listening to the tales of old folks. Photo by Tim Bertelink on Wikimedia. However, the modern-day theory has been deemed to have been built on fictional aspects. You can also celebrate the Appalachian myth at the annualMothman Festival, which typically happens on the third weekend in September. Do it fast, though! I do so enjoy reading all the folk-lore from days past and unless it is absolutely unavoidable I never go out a different door than the one I came inafter all I am of Pa dutch and german people and many of what was written I grew up with so needless to say I sure did enjoy this post. If you see a white horse, youll have good luck. Lolll Hard to remember. Angie-thank you for the comment! If the sun shines while it is raining, it will rain again tomorrow. On their way to see the light, the boys stopped to tell their mother, Kathleen May, who asked National Guardsman Eugene Lemon to join them. The Flatwoods Monster was first spotted on September 12, 1952, when a group of boys playing football in a field near the town saw a bright object streak across the sky and crash land on a nearby hill. Fruitcake was also considered good luck in old Appalachian tradition. During one of these phases, the Creek people annihilated the race. NOTE: Picture. Of all the many aspects of this subject, the one which interests me most is the folklore of weather. 2nd http://www.blindpigandtheacorn.com, RB-thank you for the comment! Here are a couple that have stayed with me. Carrying a rabbits foot gives you good luck. If clouds are low and fog lingers, rain will come. To experience these Appalachian legends for yourself, visit the Historic Bell Witch Cave, which located in Adams TN. If a pregnant woman is scared by something, the baby will have a birthmark shaped by what scared her. a dove around you is a visit from the spirit of one you love who has passed. It reminded me of many superstitions I hadnt heard in years. P.s. Ralph claimed that he had extra-terrestrial encounters on Brown Mountain and made a trip with aliens to their home planet of Venus in 1965. For a cure of baldness, rub the scalp regularly with a divided onion cut cross-wise into hemispheres. 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