George was still a little uncertain but Ford was providing a time that would mean getting it over and done with. He was certain that Ford had many other responsibilities but George really did want his help. He felt so selfish for accepting instead of further declining. Ford may have said that he did not need to do anything but George was likely to leave him a tin of homebaked cookies as thanks.

“That would be wonderful. If you have the time to.” George was the sort to make sure several times over that someone was okay with doing something with him. He was well aware that he could sometimes be trying on the patience of other people. "If you don't want me getting you anything than please at least accept that I owe you a favor you can cash in at any time.""