1273. It is unlucky to turn back after having once started out.
Quebec.
1274. To get out of bed on the wrong side puts one out all day. “He got out of bed with the wrong foot foremost” is said of a person who has a fit of crossness.
Northern Ohio.
1275. To drop your books on the way to school signifies that you will make mistakes in your lessons.
Chestertown, Md.
1276. Drop a book and you will miss your lesson, unless it is immediately picked up and kissed.
Alabama.
1277. Whoever eats the last piece of bread will be an old maid.
Pennsylvania.