Legend of the Ladybug
In most cultures, the Ladybug is considered Lucky or to bring Good Luck. And stories vary
about how this legend began. The most popular began in Europe during the Middle Ages
when swarms of insects were destroying the crops. The farmers prayed to the Virgin Mary
for help. Soon thereafter the Ladybugs came, devouring the plant-destroying insects
and saving the crops. The farmers called these beautiful insects 'The Beetles of Our Lady'
which over time became 'Lady Beetles' or 'Lady Bugs'. The red wings were said to represent
the Virgin's cloak and the black spots were symbolic of both her joys and her sorrows.
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