He took dance
as a child, braiding
into his constitution
grace and rhythm.<\/p>\n
He turned his back
on Yale for Cincinnati,
where he learned
his trade and found passion
for that most methodical
profession. The sensualist
fantasized: black silk robes.<\/p>\n
He pushed forward,
and climbed and came
back and rose, never losing
sight of his love.<\/p>\n
He commanded the highest
offices, no one since
has done that. The people
believed he could kiss
them with happiness. <\/p>\n
Moreover a glance
speaks volumes:
he knew how to lick
the platter clean.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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