String Theory

White or red strings are worn around the wrists of many people, young and old.  I asked Soviet, a fellow teacher, about the significance.  He smiled and said, "Ah, it's superstitious.  They mean good luck."  I asked if there was a difference between white and red.  He said no and thinks white is traditional Cambodian, and red is possibly a Chinese influence.  When couples get married, their parents wrap very thick bands around their wrists for good luck.  The white strings from the temples are considered to be the most effective.  I told Soviet that I needed a whole bunch of them.