School: Newbliss (roll number 8328)
- Location:
- Newbliss, Co. Monaghan
- Teacher: Margaret E. Doogan
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- There are a lot of old sayings and proverbs commonly said in our district such as;
"Empty cans make the most sound."
"Leave not off till to morning what you can do today."
"Keep your shops and your shops will keep you."
"Too many cooks spoil the broth."
"Many hands make light work."
"Don't sell your hen on a rainy day."
"Saturday's flit is a short sit."
"Don't count your chickens until they are hatched."
"It is a long lane that no turning."
"Look before you leap."
"Never trouble trouble until trouble troubles you."
"All's well that ends well."
"Never too late to mend."
"People in glass house should not throw stones."
"A stitch in time saves nine."
"A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush."
"Too much churning makes bad butter."
"Make hay while the sun shines."(continues on next page)