Don't apologise - It's handy that you're late.
It gave me time to mend the garden gate
and do some quick repairs
to the front door and the stairs
(I'd have done more if there'd been a longer wait).
So - let me show you round. Now, first of all
we have this little space they call the hall.
(we don't hang our coats up here,
there just isn't room, I fear,
and, anyway, there's dampness in the wall).
Hang on while I force open the lounge door,
(it sticks) and I must warn you both before
we go in - do mind your head
and be careful where you tread
(there's some places where there's wood worm in the floor).
Perhaps you're right - it's best we just move on.
Well, that's the lounge and hallway that we've done.
So, follow me down here -
it's rather dark, I fear,
(we can never get this damn light to stay on).
Dah-Dah! - The kitchen. Looking rather nice.
(before you came I scraped the oven. Twice)
Although I ought to mention
that this wiring needs attention
but I think we've won our battle with the mice.
Central heating? Well, both yes and no.
It's off (though all the forecasts warn of snow).
We're still waiting for the plumber.
Yes, it really is a bummer -
he's reluctant to have yet another go.
Now, let me take you upstairs where you'll find
the bedrooms are the oldie worldie kind. . . .
- Oh - You say you've got to go?
Well, do let the landlord know
if you want the place or if you've changed your mind.
Bronze trophy winner
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