It's a shame that the old local custom of placing a large pig in your window for good luck and prosperity is no longer as commonly observed as it once was. It's been a while since I've seen an example of this and this photo dates back a good five years or so. Perhaps the city of culture will see a revival of this quaint practice.
I've never heard of that as a sign of good luck!
ReplyDeleteI think you're pulling my leg.
ReplyDeleteI took a test today on Facebook; it said I was trustworthy ...... ;)
DeleteYes. And my IQ (and that of all my friends) is 193.
ReplyDeleteOh you too!
DeleteIt is a sign of luck in Germanic countries as are chimney cleaners. And as we all know, Hull and the entire region has strong links to Scandinavia.
ReplyDeleteThat Hanseatic League has a lot to answer for, Theodore.
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