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School: Gowran (C.)

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Gabhrán, Co. Chill Chainnigh
Teacher:
Máiréad Ní Chuinn
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    Its a long lane that has no end.
    A long arm has no elbow.
    Its better to be born lucky than rich.
    The early bird catches the first worm.
    Nature breaks out even in the eyes of a cat.
    Deep waters run smooth.
    A constant drop wears a stone.
    A stitch in time saves ninty-nine.
    Cant count chicks before they are hatched.
    I heard of people who often get a fall.
    Its a wise man that carries his coat on a fine day.
    A rainy day is not the
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    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    History Edit
    Topics
    1. seánra
      1. ealaín bhéil (~1,483)
        1. seanfhocail (~4,377)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Mary Walsh
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Gabhrán, Co. Chill Chainnigh
    Informant
    Mrs Burke
    Gender
    Female
    Age
    69
    Address
    Gabhrán, Co. Chill Chainnigh