Like thee they scoug frae street or field, An' hap them in a lyther bield; […]

The marks will eat it up.

Never, do I, at all get liquory / But sticks to cocoa nice and chicory — / Tetotal man!

It was a smart gesture on the part of the nanny agency, who is often dealing with mums who are returning to work — many of whom would welcome a complimentary makeover after months of sleep deprivation and baby spew.