They looked dull but slightly shiny, like miniature pieces of coal. My stomach dropped. Insect eggs, I thought instantly. Maybe roaches. Maybe beetles. The idea made my skin crawl.

A Closer Look

Trying not to panic, I grabbed a piece of paper and gently scooped a few up for a closer look. They were hard, dry, and clearly not alive. That confused me even more. If they weren’t eggs, what were they?

Turning to a Friend for Help

Curious—and a little scared—I snapped a photo and sent it to a friend who knows a lot about herbs and old healing traditions. Her reply came almost immediately:

“Those are kalonji seeds — black cumin. Someone probably placed them there on purpose.”

Seeds? Under my bed? I couldn’t believe it.

The Meaning Behind the Mystery

After a quick online search, my disbelief turned to amazement. I learned that kalonji seeds have been used for centuries in spiritual practices. People once placed them under mattresses, at doorways, or even inside pillows to ward off sickness and negative energy and to invite peace and protection into the home.

A Family Connection

Still, one question lingered—who would’ve done that? Then I remembered: my grandmother had visited a few weeks earlier. She’s always believed in quiet blessings and old traditions.

That evening, I called her.
“Grandma… did you put something under my mattress?” I asked.

She laughed softly and said,

“Ah, you found it? Yes, it’s kalonji. May it keep you safe. You’ve been restless lately, and I thought a little protection might help.”

From Fear to Gratitude

In that moment, my fear melted into warmth. What I’d mistaken for insect eggs turned out to be a simple act of love — a reminder that sometimes, mystery hides meaning, and protection can come in the most unexpected forms.