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It's hard to say goodbye to someone as talented and dedicated as you. You've left an indelible mark, and I'm excited to see where your new path leads you. Related: No Degree, No Problem!
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step; A little learning is a dangerous thing; A leopard cannot change its spots; A man can do what he wills but he cannot will what he wills; A mill cannot grind with the water that is past; A miss is as good as a mile; A new language is a new life (Persian proverb) [5] A penny saved is a penny ...
Say "Congratulations" to a friend, family member or other graduate using one of these short, inspirational or funny graduation wishes perfect for the big day. 75 thoughtful graduation wishes to ...
Spilling water for luck is a folk custom in Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Bosnia, North Macedonia, Serbia, Turkey, Iraq, Iran and other nearby countries. [1] [2] [3] According to folk belief, spilling water behind the person who goes on a journey, or to do a job, will bring good luck, and is done so that the travel or the job will end happily.
Everyone is thrust into a complex world, embarking on a unique journey based on their education, goals, upbringing, and plain old luck (good or bad). Most of us learn early just how darn busy life ...
An alternate operatic good luck charm originating from Italy is the phrase In bocca al lupo! (In the mouth of the wolf) with the response Crepi! or Crepi il lupo! (May it [the wolf] die!). Amongst actors "Break a leg" is the usual phrase, while for professional dancers the traditional saying is merde (French, meaning "shit").
Why Do People Say 'Break a Leg'? Like many things, it all comes back to superstition. On the night of a big show, actors believe that wishing someone "good luck" is actually bad luck. So, they ...
A good luck charm is an amulet or other item that is believed to bring good luck. Almost any object can be used as a charm. Coins, horseshoes and buttons are examples, as are small objects given as gifts, due to the favorable associations they make. Many souvenir shops have a range of tiny items that may be used as good luck charms.