A hen is heavy when carried far.
More Irish Proverbs:
You must live with a person to know a person. If you want to know me come and live with me.Irish
Youth does not mind where it sets its foot.
Irish
When a twig grows hard it is difficult to twist it. Every beginning is weak.
Irish
Strife is better than loneliness.
Irish
Treachery returns.
Irish
Quiet people are well able to look after themselves.
Irish