After a slow trip across town, they arrived at a tall brick house with a red front door. Inside, Aunt Mabel exclaimed, “Better late than never!” upon seeing them. Then she briskly steered Hattie into the warm front room, where Hattie was very happy to accept the welcoming arms of a big, soft armchair. She tried answering her aunt’s questions but could not help yawning. Seeing that Hattie was completely exhausted, Aunt Mabel suggested an early bedtime and led her upstairs to show her around. How does the author’s use of imagery and personification add to the passage? Use details from the paragraph to support your answer.