Sprucing Up

"Susie Dear," I gently scolded,
"Now you know there's going to be
Some visitors tomorrow
And we'll offer them some tea.

Please be on your best of manners.
Let me show them in with pride.
Please don't wander to the parlor
To shake off your dusty hide.

Yes, I know you share this dwelling,
It's your home as well as mine,
But there are some silly persons
Who would haughtily decline

If you dared to sit there boldly
For your share of crepes and tea,
As is very customary
When it's only you and me.

Now I don't mean to offend you.
I'll ignore that doleful stare,
But I would be so embarrassed
If they were to find a hair

On their plate or in their teacup
As I offer them some tea,
So please stay on your cushion.
Will you not do that for me?"

Joyce 6/14/06