13 Not-So-Frightening Things About Friday the 13th
And a local numerologist puts it all in perspective.
EDITOR'S NOTE: This is the third Friday the 13th this year—the first was Jan. 13. The fear factor of Friday the 13th warrant a look at the day. Should you be afraid? Thirteen is one of the scariest numbers, but when it lands on a Friday it is considered the unluckiest of days and is enough to keep people home. "The number 13 is my favorite number," said numerologist Freda Amsel, who was born on the 13th, whose three son's names add up to 13 in numerology term and are the addresses of significant homes in her life. "It always turns up in my life and has always meant good things for me." "Even if the 13 denotes a negative connotation I hope people will see its positive side," Amsel said. Here are 13 unfrightening facts about Friday the 13th…
