To do 13 and hit the Jackpot! In Italy the number 13 is considered lucky while others become fearful if the 13th day of the month, happens to land on a Friday.
If only life were that simple, just stay away from unlucky numbers. What makes a number lucky or unlucky?
I keep seeing the number 13 everywhere. Haven’t decided yet, if it’s lucky or not.
Something has been haunting me for almost a year now… Have you ever made a wish and then your wish came true, but not in the way you expected?
October 13th is my birthday. Last year on that day, my grandfather died.
I had actually wished for it.
He was in a living hell, trapped in the final stages of alzheimer’s/dementia and I desperately wanted his suffering to end.
Not only did I wish for it, I prayed, asked for help from dead relatives and any other spiritual entity I thought might be listening.
The last thing I would do before leaving my grandfather’s side, was kiss his cheek and whisper in his ear that it was time for him to move on…
I wanted his soul to know it was all right for this to be over, he didn’t need to hold on anymore. I was trying to release him, even though it wasn’t in my power to do so.
Almost one year later, I still feel lost. I haven’t figured out the significance of him dying on that day.
Everywhere I look there it is again, the number 13.
I’m not ready yet. In spite of that, the day approaches.
He found peace on the same day, he had felt great joy when his princess was born.
Lucky number 13.
It might be time, for another tattoo.
F.
More About My Grandfather: Swiftly Evaporating
Art Gif by Emma Vakarelova from Giphy
Perhaps I should add the number 13 to my lottery ticket 🤔 I woke up repeating a series of numbers in my sleep a while back.
Thank you for the comment Lloyd! That might be a good idea, 13 is one of the sacred Fibonacci numbers. Are you familiar with the sequence? It seems like something you would find interesting 🙂
I’m familiar with the concept of Fibonacci numbers and do try to implement it in my photos when it feels right. However, I’m terrible at mathematics and the calculations are difficult for me. If I were to take my time I could memorize a set of numbers but I would never understand the math.
I would love to know if you post any of these pictures! The math isn’t my thing either. I’m fascinated by how the sequence can be found in so many different places in nature and that some refer to it as, “God’s language in numbers.”
It’s a very subtle relationship between the subject and the environment. I don’t really take measurements or anything. I just eyeball it.
You have experienced a bitter/sweet moment. We do what we believe to be best for our Loved ones. My this year your Birthday be filled with joy and prosperity. We will keep you in our prayers and Heart.
John
In the end our best is all that we can do. Your soothing words have brought me comfort, once again <3 I sincerely thank you for this kindness John!
I am here for you.
That gives me strength John. It means so much…
Superb graphic. I believe in ancient times 13 was considered a good spiritual number by the Pagans and so the esoteric Christians deemed it evil unlucky.
A perfect example of why we shouldn’t just believe things we are told. Too often ideas that circulate are based on absolutely nothing. I am thoroughly enjoying watching your artwork progress. Really wonderful stuff!
Indeed Frances and thanks 🙏.
I came here doing research as to the meaning behind “fare tredici” for an article, instead finding a fellow soul in thought.
I think it’s more the guilt that’s hitting you rather than the number. My mum said a similar thing to my dad (“fly like a bird”) when he was suffering. It still bothers her.
If I was to be a bit Aurelian, I’d say why not look at it a bit objectively and maybe think of it as a blessing rather than a curse. Your grandad’s gift to you on your birthday – giving you what you asked for; peace for him. Giving him the freedom to be at peace.
The greatest gift of love we can give is to give the person we love the freedom to be who they want to be. If that means release from pain, then that’s what it is.
The thing with death is not that the person who has transitioned misses us, it’s a selfish feeling on our part that we don’t get to see them anymore. So looking at it from what would be his perspective gives us a better understanding.
I miss my dad – a lot. He was my step dad. I knew him for about 30 years. He was my best friend, my greatest supporter and one of my best teachers. He was the only true male I had in my life to show me what being a man means (integrity, honesty, fairness, family, be kind – all the good stuff). Yes, I have tears and a knot in my throat.
Forgive yourself, if you haven’t already. Because there is nothing to forgive. He gave you a gift. An odd one but one that is amazing.
13 is just a number and an idea that’s been popularised by film, television and the media. And even though some religions assign a meaning to it, it’s what’s behind it that matters.
Lovely post by the way. God bless. 🙂
It took me a while to process your comment since it affected me so much. Thank you! I am profoundly grateful to you for taking the time to write such a beautiful response. It’s a truly special thing that through the wonders of the internet a kind heart can know exactly what you need to hear even without ever having met you. I do carry guilt, as your mom experienced, it is a strange thing when you are caught between keeping a loved one with you and releasing them to end their suffering. My grieving process has led me to realize that it is not the negative feelings of guilt and regret that are going to keep my grandfather’s spirit alive. He would not have wanted me to feel that way. Instead I choose to celebrate him and hold my fond memories close to my heart. As I write through tears I have to say that it brings so much comfort to think of his death as a gift. Yes it was a gift, I wanted him to be at peace more than anything. I will try to hold on to this thought. I hope you feel your dad still with you. That his strong presence is felt when you need it the most and that life brings you constant reminders of the times you shared together. Our love will always keep them alive. Sending light and blessings. Thank you once again from the bottom of my heart.
That’s so sad. But now he’s at peace. And I hope this year your birthday is better, and less frought with emotion. xo
What a touching thing to say! Thank you for this lovely comment. You are so right the most important thing, is that he is finally at peace. I truly appreciate your kind heart. Wishing you a beautiful weekend 🙂