MacGyver was really good at using what he had at his disposal to accomplish his goals. He could use a piece of old Hubba Bubba and a paper clip to build a makeshift dirty bomb out of it. But Florida man is also a formidable force. When he wants something, he can get creative with the best of them.
In today’s story, Florida man decided he wanted to rob a Publix location in Miami. The only problem was, he didn’t have a gun. That’s when he decided to think outside the box. Police say the man walked into a Publix and handed a note to an employee. The note said the man had a gun and that he wanted all of the money they had to be placed in a bag amd handed to him. Instead of gathering all of the cash together, the employee walked away and told another employee what was happening. Police were called and the man left the building.
Investigators say 31-year-old Patrick Abbott left without getting any cash and was apprehended shortly after he left the scene. Cops nabbed the man as he was trying to throw away the note he used during the attempted robbery. When Abbott was arrested, a search revealed what the man had used for a weapon during the failed scheme, a small black stapler. The report did not mention if the stapler was loaded.
At the time of his arrest, Abbott was out on bond for allegedly abusing a baby. The charge stemmed from a previous incident where he was accused of dropping a baby several times while it was in his care. Abbott now faces an additional charge of armed robbery. Source: WFLA.com
Why Friday The 13th Sucks
Friday the 13th - Bizarre Superstitions from Around the World
Broomsticks - Not Just For Witches
This one doesn’t sit well with me for a bunch of reasons, but here we go. This superstition says that if you don’t want to be single for the rest of your life, don’t let a broom sweep across your feet. If it does happen, there is a way to reverse it, but it’s gross. If a broom sweeps across your feet, make sure you IMMEDIATELY spit on that broom! Take that, witches mode of transportation! I couldn’t find the origin of this one, but it’s said that a woman (I’m going to include all people in this though) that can’t keep the house tidy, is not a good partner. But sure, spitting on the broom is super clean.
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The Number Four
This comes from the Eastern Asia area and is similar to our fear of the number thirteen. In China, the sound of “four” sounds like death and in Korea and Japan, four and death are actually the same. At least thirteen is a prime number? Not sure that counts for anything.
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Rabbit, Rabbit, Ya Say?
As someone who has lived their entire life in North America, I have never heard of this, but apparently people on this continent believe that if you say “rabbit, rabbit” on the first of the month, it will bring you luck. I’ve heard that rabbits feet are lucky, but this one is new to me.
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Don't Walk Backwards!
People in Portugal believe that if you walk backwards, it’s an invitation for the devil since you’re showing him where you live or where you’re going. What if I’m going to the dumpster though?
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Tuck Your Thumbs, Save a Life!
People in Japan believe that when you visit the cemetery, you must tuck your thumbs. This is a similar superstition to the number four… Kinda.”Thumb” means “parent figure” in Japanese so by tucking your thumb, you are protecting your parent from death. Seems logical.
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Don't Say Happy Birthday If It's Not
In Russia they believe that if you wish someone a happy birthday before their actual birthday it will bring bad luck. Fortunately, if you forget to wish someone a happy birthday you can still do it. If we know anything about Russia, it’s that you follow the rules so don’t do this if you ever go there!
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Don't Give Me Dandelions!
I don’t know if dandelions are actually flowers and this isn’t specific to them, but more so yellow flowers in general. In Russia, if you give someone yellow flowers it is considered inappropriate. Not in an HR violation kind of way, but more like it is said to bring problems in relationships like separation, infidelity and death. Again, if you happen to be in Russia, don’t even look at a yellow flower just for your own safety.
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A Lemon A Day Keeps Evil Away
This is very common in Indian culture. Lemons along with chilies will be hung outside the home to stop evil spirits and bad omens from entering your home. You can also hang them on your car or bike, and after that maybe make a nice marinade.
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