The Curragh Races

Paddy went tae the Curragh racecourse
Bet his all on the favourite horse
Noo he’s back in Kilkenny
Withoot even a penny
Tae cry in his  Guinness wae remorse
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Fowler Avatar
March 30, 2025 at 7:26 AM
Love this one with the dialect Margaret. Congratulations! :)
Mckeithan Avatar
March 29, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Nice Limerick Margaret. I've been to the horse races near Ennis. The Irish sure do like bettin on the ponies. Congrats on your placement
Kitchin Avatar
March 29, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Margaret, a creative and fun limerick, congratulations on your winning placement.
Andresen Avatar
March 21, 2025 at 4:21 AM
- Better luck next time :))) - Great one, Margaret :) - hugs
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