I have heard that stuffed toys along the walls in a child's bedroom is considered inauspicious. This is a common practice "Down Under". Is this true and why?
Thanks
Glyn

Dear Glyn,
Frankly, this depends on the type of stuffed toys. If it is `cute' (don't
blame me but the dictionary says cute means adorable but ugly) or any soft
toys, this is acceptable. I have seen many homes even in Singapore, where
the child (especially girls) display a wide range of their toys e.g. barbie
dolls etc...
The only thing is not to display stuffed animals e.g. tigers, leopards
etc... Other objects to avoid include war toys, guns or swords etc... I am
not sure how this would affect the alter ego of boys thou (if they know how
to read this) and start to throw rotten eggs at me:)
Likewise, swords should not be displayed facing the main entrance door and
paintings or pictures of such animals e.g. tigers with their mouth open
etc... facing the main door also.
Warmest Regards,
Cecil
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I have heard that stuffed toys along the walls in a child's bedroom is
considered inauspicious. This is a common practice "Down Under". Is this
true and why?
Thanks
Glyn