School: Tulach an Iarainn (B.)

Location:
Tallow, Co. Waterford
Teacher:
Proinnsias Ó Laoghaire
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0639, Page 121

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  1. 1. It's an ill-wind blows that doesn't do somebody good.
    2. As long as the pitcher goes to the well it is broken.
    3. Look not a gift horse in the mouth.
    4. Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise.
    5. Health is the best of wealth.
    6. Fine feathers make fine birds.
    7. You can't make a horse drink that is not willing.
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