School: Árd-Fhearta
- Location:
- Ardfert, Co. Kerry
- Teacher: Tomás Ua Nuanáin
Archival Reference
The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0414, Page 007
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You are not logged in, but you are welcome to contribute a transcription anonymously. In this case, your IP address will be stored in the interest of quality control.By clicking the save button you agree that your contribution will be available under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License and that a link to dúchas.ie is sufficient as attribution. - The dust blowing on the roadway is the sign of rain.
When the seagulls are coming inland it is the sign of rain.
The swallows flying low is the sign of rain.
When the stars are shining brightly it is the sign of frost.
When the wind whistles through the keywhole it is the sign of rain. When blue lights are seen in the fire it is the sign of rain. When the hills are near it is the sign of rain. When the mountains are clear it is the sign of fine weather.(continues on next page)
