Mary From Tipperary

Mary was from Tipperary She was an Irish Coleen She dreamt of wealth and riches While keeping the house clean She was a housemaid, She worked for an old man She despised her job And life was not going to plan Mary had a room in the local pub. It took most of her wages Leaving not too much for grub, The little she ate came out of a tin. Which made Mary very worn and thin She was envious of the girls she saw in the streets. They looked happy as they waited, For the boys, they planned to meet. She had never had a boyfriend, And never thought she might What boy would want to walk out With a girl that looked a sight. She kept herself clean, And as tidy as she could But never in her wildest dreams Did she ever think she would Meet a boy who liked her Or wanted to know her name She had given up On this selfish love game. Until one day walking home After what seemed a very long day Mary's life would change Fate had come into play. As she walked, a young man passed by Said "Hello Mary" and winked his eye. How do you know my name? I do not know you. Mary was embarrassed and did not know what to do. I see you every day, said this pleasant young man. Finding out your name was part of my plan, I asked your employer if he could give it to me He is my grandfather and gave it willingly. Seamus is my name, And I would like to take this chance To ask if I can escort you to the local dance Do not worry if you have no dance dress to wear, My Uncle will buy all you need to wear there, When I asked him for your name. He was more than impressed, He said that he would make sure you had a beautiful dress. Mary felt happier than she had ever done before With Seamus beside her, how could she want for more? How did she know when she met the older man? That man was the instrument that started her life plan.