‘Doin’ the double’ Meaning: To draw the dole and work at the same time.
Bob: “That’s some motor yer man has down the road.” Charlie: “Isn’t it. She does some miles to the gallon.” Bob: “Sure, I thought he hadn’t two hay-pennies to rub together.” Charlie: “Thon boy has more money than the rest of us.” Bob: “How does he do it?” Charlie: “He’s been doin’ the double this 15 years.” Tweet your #fermanaghspake to @rodneyedwards
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