School: Drumatemple (C.) (roll number 7055)

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1. Old Proverbs (continued)

   

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   It's a long lane without a turn. Don't put your eggs in one basket. Sitting still will get you nowhere. Praise a fair day at night. A friend in need is a friend indeed. Never put off until tomorrow what you can do today.

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2. Old Proverbs

   

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   All is not gold that glitters.
   Never send a child on a man's errand.
   As white as a virgin's garment.
   As firm as an Irish promise.
   A man's work can best be done in his own way.
   Let the young people med what the old people say and when danger is nigh, keep out of the way.
   A man that has money can sit in the parlour but a man that has none can sit in the corner. Too much money would make

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