To begin with, ancient keys are considered lucky. So, if you have any old keys lying around, it's not a bad idea to keep them around for a little while longer. Keys were formerly nearly exclusively made of iron and have long been considered fortunate objects. There are additional superstitions related with keys that are considered unlucky. For example, it is believed that if the last key turned in a door no longer works, then the owner of the house should never move back in because it will bring misfortune to the family.
It has also been reported that if one breaks a key off of something (such as another key) there will be misfortune for someone close to him or her. It is recommended that you avoid breaking keys if you can help it.
It is believed that if you own several sets of keys, it means that you will stay in one place for a long time. This is probably not true, but it is recommended that you don't break up families by moving them in with neighbors or friends. If you ever feel like it's not safe to keep keys outside of a secure facility, then it's best not to have any at all.
You can give your keys to a charity, an artistic initiative, or an antique store. Organizations that support the homeless and schools that assist low-income families are making excellent use of old keys. Keys For Hope and Keys For Kids are two nonprofit organisations that will make good use of your old keys. As well as providing free meals and clothing to those in need, they also offer classes on managing stress and trauma.
Old keys can be used for decorative purposes. There are many companies that will cast new keys from the old ones you have lying around. This also goes for old lockplates; if you have some lying around, they make great door prizes at parties.
Old keys can also be used for musical purposes. If you have an old piano key lying around, it can be used to play music by pressing down each string in turn. The more difficult-to-play-upon strings (the bass strings) come out first, then the middle strings, then the treble strings. This method is called "picking". Musical ideas can be found everywhere, even in bad songs!
Old keys can be used for craft projects. If you have some old bobby pins or thumbtacks lying around, they make perfect sewing needles. You can also use them as straighteners or hangers. Old tie wraps can be used to bind books or packages. Think outside the box!
Losing keys or forgetting names is a typical part of the aging process. According to medical professionals, these are natural aging symptoms. However, geriatrician Ronan Factora, MD, thinks it's equally critical to avoid blaming other types of memory problems on "simply getting older." He notes that some people may be at greater risk for losing keys or forgetting names because of health issues such as diabetes or high blood pressure, so they need appropriate treatment to reduce the likelihood of experiencing similar circumstances in the future.
If you're one of the many people who loses keys or breaks down and can't remember someone's name, don't worry about it. Memory loss is normal among the elderly as well as those with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. Doctors say this type of memory lapse is also a sign of aging gracefully.
However, if you're younger and your keychain is starting to look like a graveyard, you should probably see a doctor. A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that older adults who reported losing keys or having trouble remembering names were more likely to die within a year than their peers who said they had no problem with memories or keys. The researchers concluded that losing keys or forgetting names may be an early sign of Alzheimer's disease.
It's very important for patients to tell their doctors about any changes they experience in their mental functions so that appropriate treatments can be administered.
Keys allow us to enter undiscovered realms, whether they be a door, a treasure chest, or the metaphorical heart. Keys represent freedom; they open doors and secure valuables. They divulge information. Keys are rife with superstitions and symbolism. Finders keepers, they say. If someone finds a key, it is assumed that they will also find whatever door it opens. Finding a key is good luck for travelers because it indicates that people care enough about them to leave their property behind.
Finders = people who find important things; keys, etc. Entering rooms through doors is an important part of any adventure story or novel. Writers use this device to show what happens after characters enter certain places. Sometimes authors will use images instead. For example, if I wanted to show you how Mike entered Room B without using text, I could do so like this:
The room was empty except for a table and some chairs. There was no way out except for the door we came in through. Mike must have realized there was no point in hiding since we had found the key, so he came out from behind the curtain and joined us in Room A. We sat down at the table and started talking again.
This shows that finding the key allowed us to see that something important was missing from the room. Now we know that whoever was guarding the treasure wasn't willing to share it.
I never considered keys to be a good luck sign. When three of them are worn together, they open the gates to love, health, and fortune. One key was seen as a sign of knowledge by the ancient Greeks. Two keys were thought to be an indication of wealth. But a key - well, that's just a tool like any other. You can use it to unlock doors or start cars. So it makes sense that finding a key would be regarded as a good thing.
The key found its way into our language as we say "lucky" or "unlucky" to find one. Actually, the word "luck" comes from a term used by sailors before radio communication existed. They would say that someone had "good luck" if he survived a voyage that might have killed others. If you're given a choice between "luck" and "fate", choose fate every time!
As for finding the key, that depends on where you look. If it's been lost for a while, it may be difficult to locate. But if it's new, even better things are likely to happen.
A home key or residential door key, for example, will have a code on the head such as "LR-2" or "SR-1." Take the key to a hardware store and inquire about the meaning of the letter and number designations on the key. Keys are typically classified by the type of lock they fit, which can help identify old keys. A key that works with a standard cylinder lock may be called a skeleton key.
An automotive key will have a make and model designation on it. For example, a Ford key might have "F-22" printed on it. You can take this key to any auto parts store and find out which Fords use this key pattern. If you have several different keys that open your car doors, check the labels on the back of the keyholes to see which key is used for which door.
Old house keys often have an inscription that identifies the owner. This could be an address, a phone number, or just about anything else that would be written on a label today. Search through mailboxes near where you found the key to see if it has any information written on it. You might also call local history museums or libraries and ask them about lost keys that were ever worn with a label attached. These days, keys are made with high-tech materials that use computers to control the opening and closing of locks. But older keys were made from steel that was electroplated with metal layers to give them color.
Copyright © 2020 - 2023 Spiritual Wander Inc.
