road closure
Vertigo attack is a reason for being late. It begins with v.
Helping a neighbor is a reason for being late. Husband is ill would be a reason for being late.
-Really, I wasn't late -Ran over a cop -Rushed and got a ticket -Randall ate the bus
Kids were not ready is a reason for being late. It begins with the letter k.
Flat tire is a reason for being late.
Cramps are a reason for being late. They begin with the letter c.
Tyre was flat or Train was late.
traffic
The best way to respond to a memo about being late to work is to be honest. Explain the reason why you were late and that you will not be making a habit of being late.
electricity outage
Alcohol addiction, AA blackballed me.
You gave me the directions, you tell me.