School: Ráth na mBeach (roll number 17129)
- Location:
- Rathnamagh, Co. Mayo
- Teacher: R. Ó Gallchobhair
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0148, Page 398
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- A stitch in time saves nine. A lie has no legs. A rolling stone gathers no moss. Too far east is west!
One bird in the hand is worth two on a bush.
A half a loaf is better than no bread.
Look before you leap.
A idle man tempts the devil.
A wrinkled purse brings a wrinkled face.
Good when lost is valued most.
Empty vessels make most noise.
Better is an ass that carries you than a horse that throws you.
He laughs best who laughs last.
Tis the thunder that frights but lightning that smites.
The wide well wear but tight will tear.
Divide small and serve all.
It is not the day of the storm the day to put on the scollas.
When your neighbour's house is on fire take care of yours.
Spare the rod and spoil the child.
Too many cooks spoil the broth.
When the weather is fair take care of your coat.
- Collector
- Áine Ní Gallachobhar
- Gender
- Female
- Address
- Carrowgarve North, Co. Mayo
