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I had a phone call at 5 p.m. today. It was the Plumber Senior (Cyril Smith) about the new bathroom. The plumber is due to start work on Monday morning, OK? The conversation went something like this,
Plumber Snr., "We've got a bit of a problem with the job we're doing now. We may not be able to start your job on time."
Me, "So when will you be able to start?"
Plumber Snr., "It might be a couple of days late."
Me, "So about Wednesday instead of Monday? That's not too bad."
Plumber Snr., "Yes, well I'll have to ring you on Friday to let you know. I'm really sorry but we couldn't anticipate this."
Me, "If it can't be helped there's nothing you can...
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