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School: Áth Dara (C.)

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Adare, Co. Limerick
Teacher:
Máire Boardman
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0506, Page 048

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  1. Wedding Customs (continued)

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    people often demand 4d from them.
    7. Its a custom to have a wedding cake, and the bride cuts the cake while the bride-groom holds her hand.
    8. In olden times the cake was held over the bride and bridegroom's head to be cut, and it was a sign that they would be full of plenty always.
    9. It used to be a custom for Irish boys to disguise themselves and dance at the bride's home the night of the wedding.
    10. Its a custom for the bride not to return to her own home until one month has elapsed after her wedding.
    11. It is unlucky to get married in May.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    History Edit
    Topics
    1. activities
      1. social activities (~7)
        1. rites of passage (~573)
          1. marriage (~4,283)
    Language
    English