School: St Columba’s, Coggale
- Location:
- Cogaula, Co. Mayo
- Teacher: P. Ó Fiacháin
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- (continued from previous page)If the hills seem near us it's a sign of bad weather.
If a fog goes down behind the mountains it's a sure sign of fine weather.
If you see a dog drinking water it's a sign of bad weather.
When the cat turns his back to the fire it's a sign of cold weather.
If you see a fog on the riverside on a Summer's evening it's a sure sign of good weather.
An old moon's fog is the sign of good weather.
If the curlew cries loudly it is a sign of bad weather.
If the hens stay out late at night it is a sign that the next day(continues on next page)
