School: St Bridget's (roll number 13854)

Location:
Doire Mhór, Co. Mhaigh Eo
Teacher:
Máire Uí hOistín
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  1. If the cat turns his back to the fire, it is the sign of snow.
    When all the sheep come from the hill, it is the sign of snow.
    If you see alot of birds going together, it is the sign of snow.
    When the sky is dark in the East it is the sign of snow.
    If the sheep are gathered together, it is the sign of snow.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    Topics
    1. seánra
      1. seanchas aimsire (~6,442)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Caitlín Ní Oistín
    Gender
    Female