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CharlieMundiCharlie Mundi        About 20 day(s) ago
Yesterday, I was visiting with my Sister and her Husband. In their front yard, I saw something I don't see every day - a praying mantis. Unlike other insects, seeing a praying mantis can be quite pleasant. I did some research, and found out that they signify good fortune and patience to divine guidance and even spiritual awakening. My sister wanted me to "shoo" it away, but her husband said, "He might not be finished praying". Then I said, "He might be praying for all of us, so I'd better not take any chances."

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Reply by 1001111-Holly-AndersHolly Anders    About 20 day(s) ago
Wow! I've never seen one before, at least, not in person.
Reply by 1001118-Mae-EisnerMae Eisner    About 20 day(s) ago
You're right. There's something pure about a praying mantis. Now that you've told us what they signify, I'm going to look for one, but I probably won't see one, unless I'm lucky.
Reply by 1001112-SueAnn-LindleySueAnn Lindley    About 20 day(s) ago
I've heard they are harmless to people. If they bite, which is very unusual, they are not venomous. And you really have to antagonize one to get it to bite you. But for the most part, they want to be left alone.
Reply by 1001114-Jack-RobbinsJack Robbins    About 20 day(s) ago
Wasps are the same way. Although they're not as pleasant to look at as a praying mantis, they won't bother you if you don't bother them. I've had wasps flying around me a lot over the years, and I can count on one hand the number of times I've been stung.
Reply by 1001116-Mandy-DiAngeloMandy DiAngelo    About 20 day(s) ago
They're good to have around, because they eat the pesky insects. But they will not bother people, because they just want to go about their business.
Reply by 1001110-Dixie-RoseDixie Rose    About 20 day(s) ago
This might sound crazy, but I wouldn't mind having a praying mantis in my house. I've always heard it's a good sign.