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A classic piece of folklore from the legendary town of Chelm (a "village of fools") uses spoons to tell a story about wit and greed.

: Shmuel returns empty-handed, claiming the candlesticks "died." When the neighbor protests that candlesticks can't die, Shmuel simply replies: "If spoons can give birth, then candlesticks can die" . Quick Spoon Facts & Tips

Stories about buying measuring spoons range from humorous household "over-purchasing" to heartwarming tales of family heritage. The "Ten Sets of Spoons" Christmas

For some, buying or owning measuring spoons is about preserving a connection to the past.

: Hidden at the bottom of her stocking were two more, bringing her total to ten new sets of measuring spoons.

: The neighbor, amused by the "free" spoon, happily agrees when Shmuel later asks to borrow expensive silver candlesticks.