School: Killury (C.) (roll number 543)

Location:
Dromkeen West, Co. Kerry
Teacher:
Máire Allman
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    IV
    And the home of our father you're leaving it too
    Your father, that honest, that faithful and true.
    Oh remember them all in the fast coming years
    And cherish their fame through the vista of years.
    V
    And when you're far away love
    And you cannot draw near
    Who'll attend to De Cantillon, who will comfort and cheer
    Your welcome was warm,
    Your spirits were gay
    Oh Sister Acushla I'll miss you away.
    VI
    This ring on my finger I'll wear for your sake
    As a symbol of fond love
    That time will not shake.
    This cross on my bosom
    I'll wear for you too
    As a symbol of faith undivided and true.
    VII
    Hold fast to the faith which your sires handed down
    Illumed with their valour, their fame and renown
    Remember the dear friends
    You're leaving behind
    (continues on next page)
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    Topics
    1. genre
      1. poetry
        1. folk poetry (~9,504)
    Language
    English