School: Doirín Dáimh Dheirg / Dereendafderg (roll number 13469)

Location:
Doire an Daimh Dheirg, Co. Mayo
Teacher:
Liam Seóighe
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  1. I will be twenty-eight years to-morrow With regard to my situation, I am just an author. When I once read a book by the little "A Lad of Grit" I said to myself that I might, in some time be able to take up the task. Then many impressions came to me. What would be the title of the book? How should I begin and end the book? My patience almost overcame me and at last I commenced the tremendous task. So here I am.
    I live in the country and though it is described as a healthy place to live in I sometimes feel a little sick.
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    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Bríghid Ní Ging
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Doire an Daimh Dheirg, Co. Mayo