School: Druim Garlaigh (roll number 11701)
- Location:
- Drumgarly, Co. Monaghan
- Teacher: Estér Ní Dhubhaghain
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0950, Page 039
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- (continued from previous page)5. If a fork falls it is the sign of a stranger.
6. If a spoon falls it is the sign of a lady visitor.
7. When a black cat crosses the road in front of you, it is the sign of good luck.
8. When a weasel crosses the road , in front of you, it is the sign of bad luck.
9. When you meet a red-haired woman on the road you should turn back because it is the sign of bad luck.
10. If a rat crosses the road in front of you it is the sign of bad luck.(continues on next page)
