School: Edmonton (roll number 8100)
- Location:
- Edmondstown, Co. Westmeath
- Teacher: Mrs O' Brien
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- Throwing Confetti and Rice:
When the Bride and Bridegroom com eout of the Church after the marriage Rice and Confetti are thrown at them.Throwing the Boot:
When the marriage couple are getting into the car an old boot is tied out of the car and one thrown after it for luck. When there is a dance the Bride and Bridegroom lead off the dance.
- The Wedding Ring:
A daisy is pulled and the petals plucked off and while doing so the following is said:- Gold silver copper tin and whatever falls on the last petal your marriage ring will be made of it.Marriage Games:
On a certain night a group of girls(continues on next page)
