luck, n.Trivia

Ladybugs are thought to be lucky; the number of black spots either predicts years of good luck or the number of months until luck comes your way.

William McKinley (who was assassinated) often wore a trademark good luck charm. It was a red carnation worn on his lapel. While meeting with the public a 12 year old girl asked him for the flower. He gave it to her and moments later