All For Show

Most Americans just didn't know
Franklin Roosevelt had polio -- 
   He sat in his iron chair
   And he sweat like a bear -- 
His powerful image all for show
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Makama Avatar
December 22, 2018 at 10:30 AM
This is beautiful with the exhibition of the zenith of poetic craft.I love the passion, expressions and beautiful lines... Merry christmas and a wonderful 2019.
Krutsinger Avatar
December 20, 2018 at 8:38 PM
Ah, but he was a proud man, and he did so much, but I think his wife was even more giving - two terrific humanitarians, both brave and strong. Great poem.
Wolf Avatar
December 20, 2018 at 9:32 PM
You're right. He certainly was a proud man...And his wife was certainly was great woman, a great role model. I believe that she was the first 'activist' First Lady. ~ Gershon
Allison Avatar
December 20, 2018 at 5:49 PM
I've learned something new well penned GW:-) hugs Jan xx
Wolf Avatar
December 20, 2018 at 6:50 PM
I'm flummoxed. You're the second responder who didn't know about FDR. I had thought that everyone knew by now... And so I've learned something new as well! :) gw
Cunningham Avatar
December 20, 2018 at 4:22 PM
Well I didn't know that, but then he couldn't show any sign of weakness. Tom
Wolf Avatar
December 20, 2018 at 6:49 PM
Really?! I'm astounded -- esp. with your grasp of things historic... I guess it just shows how successful FDR was in keeping his disability hush-hush. :) gw
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