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9 pieces of advice every Irish person has received from their Mam

Thanks, Mam <3

1. “Make sure you read the question!”

Nice one, Mam.

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2. “Have a cup of tea, you’ll feel better.”

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3. “Sure, if all else fails, you can apply for a job in the civil service.”

“But Mam, I’m 30.”

4. “Stick to dry toast and flat 7Up.”

Dr. Mam’s prescription never fails.

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5. “If you’re cold, put on a jumper!”

Anything to avoid turning on the heating.

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6. “Put on your socks or you’ll get cold in your kidneys”

Some more sterling medical advice from Dr. Mam.

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7. “They’re only jealous.”

Every Irish Mam’s advice for dealing with the haters.

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8. “Don’t mind the best before date!”

“But Mam, the best before date is September 2015.”

“Don’t mind that, it’s only a guideline.”

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9. “Just do your best.”

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But if that fails…

10. “Take some Rescue Remedy to calm your nerves.”

 

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Thanks, Mam.

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