Alabama.
686. In getting out of bed in the morning, the right foot is always to be placed first.
Ohio.
687. To get out of bed left foot first makes one cross. “He got out of bed left foot first,” is a universal saying.
688. In going in at the house door, always put the right foot foremost. This practice is observed by many intelligent people.
689. To sing at the table is a sign you will be disappointed.
690. It is an ill omen to leave the table while eating, to light the lamp.
Western Massachusetts.
691. To lay the knife and fork crosswise is ill luck.
Peabody, Mass.