School: Carlanstown (roll number 884)

Location:
Carlanstown, Co. Meath
Teacher:
Séamus Ó Géibheannaigh
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    luck all that day.
    7. To find a horseshoe is a sign of good luck.
    8. If you see magpies.
    One is for good luck.
    Two is for bad luck.
    Three for a wedding.
    Four for a wake.
    Five for silver.
    Six for gold.
    And seven for a secret that never should be told.
    9. To see a star falling is a sign there's a soul going to heaven.
    10.If the fire sparks out it's a sign you will be getting money.
    11. If the fire falls it's a sign there's
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