There are dandelions growing
In the wooden framed greenhouse
All the glass has gone now
But you can put some more in

The roof of the house will need
Attention shortly
I’m only sorry that I
Didn’t have the opportunity to do it

Would you like a cup of something at all
Or must you be
Yes we must carry on

My son bought me that
Grandfather clock there
The case is mahogany; the hands are ebony
I never thought I would have owned it

The kitchen is below stairs
I can hear the girls laughing
As they cooked on a summer afternoon
If I listen very carefully

So I think everything is okay
You’ll let me know
If you need any help, won’t you?

Of course I’ll keep the paintings
They’re going into storage
I wouldn’t think of selling
What has taken me such an age to buy

This one is a cousin, well loved
It’s a pretty painting and the detail is there
A very clever likeness
Yes, a clever little painting

I’m very grateful for
The renewed interest you have shown
In my house