School: Ballyhaise (2)
- Location:
- Ballyhaise, Co. Cavan
- Teacher: Bean Uí Mhaolagáin
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0973, Page 132
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- Sleeky mouse cuts the bags.
When the cats away the mice can play.
A stitch in time saves nine.
The early bird catches the worm.
A new broom sweeps clean.
Dont judge the book by the cover.
Look before you leap.
A good beginning is half the work.
One good turn deserves another.
A windy day is not the day for thatching.
A burnt child dreads the fire.
A friend in need is a friend indeed.
Innocent wisdom is better than wicked deceat.
If it rains it pours.
Too many cooks spoil the broth.
Green are the hills far away.
Cows from over seas have long horns.
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