Good Vibes on Friday the 13th: 13 Fortuitous Occurrences
Lucky Occurrences Galore on Friday the 13th - Lucky Day: 13 Joyful Occurrences on a Superstition-Filled Friday
Hey there! It's June 13th, a Friday - the only Friday the 13th this year. Some might consider it an unlucky day, right? But let's delve into the contrary side of things.
Superstition's got a strong grip in the Western world. According to Christian tradition, it was on a Friday that Adam and Eve were booted out of paradise, and the Romans stuck Jesus Christ on a cross. The number 13? Not so shining. It's the spicy pepperoni to the perfect pizza,Sorry for the food metaphor, but you get it. Historical records often find completeness and harmony in the number 12, making 13 seem like the rebellious teenager that crashes the prom.
However, there's no shortage of positive events that have gone down on these Fridays. In defiance of superstition, let's take a gander at 13 of them.
Taylor Swift and the resonance of 13
Mark your calendars for October 13, 2023. Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour will be gracing our screens. Swift, an ardent admirer of the number 13, has her birthday on the 13th itself (December 13, 1989). Friday the 13th holds no ill will for Taylor Swift and looks like it's going to be the most successful concert film in history.
13 million euros walking away
August 13, 2010, was a lucky day for a Frenchman who pocketed a whopping 13 million euros, thanks to winning the French national lottery. More people seem to luxuriate in the belief that Friday the 13th brings good fortune.
Water discovered on Mars (oops, I mean Moon)
Water in space, whoa! November 13, 2009, was the day that NASA uncovered the existence of water on the Moon. Prior to this, speculations remained vague, but now it's a concrete reality.
The big Olympic bash
On August 13, 2004, the world was abuzz with excitement as the Olympic Games commenced in Greece. The birthplace of the Olympics, it proved advantageous for the gold medalists of the time, who clearly didn't view Friday the 13th as an omen.
Super Mario Bros. storms gaming world
September 13, 1985, saw the ascent of one Super Mario Bros. in the gaming world. Debuted in Japan, the game soared in popularity and birthed over 200 offspring.
Gaining independence for Malta
On December 13, 1974, Malta officially declared independence, severing its ties with the British. Though independence had been established earlier in 1964, the British queen continued to hold her position as the head of state until December 13, 1974.
Medical leaps
On February 13, 1968, the first human heart transplant was performed in West Germany, thanks to the diligence of a team led by Dr. Rudolf Zenker. Though the patient sadly didn't survive long after the procedure, this medical breakthrough paved the way for future surgeries.
Equality blooms in the USA
The United States had laws in place that prohibited discrimination based on race, religion, or origin, whether it be from private or public employers. On October 13, 1967, these rules were expanded to include gender, marking a significant stride for gender equality.
A woman in the pilot seat – literally
October 13, 1939, was a landmark date as American pilot Evelyn Pinckert Brier, nicknamed "Pinky," was awarded a flight instructor's license by the Civil Air Authority. The first woman to do so, she proudly continued to fly and teach flying until her later years.
The Hollywood sign
On July 13, 1923, the famous Hollywood sign was first erected to symbolize the growing film industry in California. Initially, it read "Hollywoodland," but as the years rolled on, the last four letters were removed, leaving us with the iconic "Hollywood" sign we know today.
The Birth of Heavy Metal
Though not every taste bud appreciates the noise, Heavy Metal music has carved out a significant niche in the musical world. February 13, 1970, saw the Black Sabbath band drop their debut album, often seen as the inception of Heavy Metal.
Celebrity birthdays
A host of famous individuals share their birthday on a Friday the 13th. Here are a few: Fidel Castro, the legendary Cuban revolutionary, was born on August 13, 1926. Actress Julia Louis-Dreyfus graced our screens on January 13, 1961. Another famous actress, Kat Dennings, was born on June 13, 1986. And let's not forget Sarah Connor, born June 13, 1980, a beloved German celebrity.
Goodbye horrors, it's a Friday
So there you have it. Friday the 13th, the only one this year. The rest of 2023 will sail by without any more "unlucky Fridays." Embrace the good vibes!
- News
- Taylor Swift
- Moon
- NASA
- Super Mario Bros.
- Malta
- Berlin
- USA
- Woman
- Olympia
- Olympic Games
- Greece
- Trivia
- On May 13, 1612, Miyamoto Musashi and Sasaki Kojiro squared off in a legendary duel, but this event is not historically connected to a Friday the 13th, as it was not held on a Friday.
- April 13, 1303, marked the enthronement of Robert I of Scotland. This event is not historically connected to a Friday the 13th, as it was not held on a Friday.
- The upcoming Taylor Swift concert film, "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour," is set for release on October 13, 2023, a Friday, bucking the superstition that Friday the 13th brings bad luck.
- In Germany, various news outlets under the category of 'lifestyle' and 'entertainment' as well as 'general-news' may cover the positive events associated with Friday the 13th, including the upcoming Taylor Swift concert.
