School: St. Brigid's (B.) (roll number 12925)
- Location:
- Wexford, Co. Wexford
- Teacher: M. Gúld
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- (continued from previous page)A person who is always poking the fire will remain single.
It is lucky to meet a black cat.
A cat tearing with his nail is the sign of a big wind coming.
To shoot a fox is unlucky.
If you saw a white horse passing a mile stone you should spit on the horse for luck.
To see a white horse and wet your heel is to get your wish.
Two knives crossed means a fight.
If you see one magpie you will have no luck that day.
If you see a piece of coal pick it up and put it in your pocket for luck.
To spit in the fire is to bring bad luck.
To let a knife fall is a sign of a visitor coming.
To spill salt is unlucky.
To turn back on a stairs is a sign of bad luck.
A whistling woman or a crowing hen is unlucky.
To meet a black cat is unlucky.
A cat running up and down stairs(continues on next page)
