LANDLADY WANTS TO SEND MODEL TENANTS A BABY GIFT DEAR MISS MANNERS: I own several rental properties. Good tenants can be hard to find, but I have a fantastic younger couple renting one of my properties. They keep the place spotless, are never late on rent, and are just the nicest and most respectful people. The lady of the house called me to say she was expecting their first child and asked for permission to paint the bedroom that will be the nursery. Of course I congratulated her, and gave her permission to paint the room any cheerful color she likes! I feel like I should also send a small sh…