School: Páirc Íseal (C.) (roll number 4794)

Location:
Lowpark, Co. Mayo
Teacher:
Sorcha Ní Dhumhnaigh
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    bushes, especially those growing in forts. These were supposed to shelter the dead. I knew a man who cut one in a neighbour's garden and he lost the power of his hands.
    It is not lucky for an expectant mother to get her photo taken.
    It is unlucky to come in contact with a poriest while in anger, even to tough his garment accidentally.
    The old people used say -"Don't be too great with them, or don't fall out with them.
    When you see the new moon the first time bless yourself and turn some of your clothing and you will get a present
    It is not lucky to see a new moon through
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    1. genre
      1. belief (~391)
        1. folk belief (~2,535)
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