Stepping Through Time
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Thomas Jefferson, a spokesman for democracy, was an American Founding Father, the principal author of the Declaration of Independence, and the third President of the United States (1801–1809). He is well known for his musical ability and was envied for his 6'2" height and a magnetic charm that made ladies swoon, especially when he played one of his three violins.
A Waltz with Thomas Jefferson
He is waiting the moment I open my eyes
So erect he stands with an air of elegance
I’m quick to notice his handsome face and tall size
The Declaration’s author seems poised for romance
A foot taller than I, he intimidates me
Curiously, he brandishes a violin
The polished instrument is but one of his three
He eyes me, pulls the violin’s scroll from his chin
He lays the violin down and extends his hand
Tom’s smile reveals his lady’s man reputation
He winks coyly, quite pleased to retire from the band
I'm thrilled to waltz with a founder of our nation
We step gaily about the colonial hall
As Benjamin Franklin and John Adams look on
Tom’s gentle hands lead me at the first Congress ball
Envious are the expressions of Ben and John
Tom sniffs the sweet yellow rose I placed in my hair
Sadly, I release him when the band’s music ends
You say I was dreaming, but I swear I was there
Our thrilling, romantic waltz all logic transcends
February 3, 2017
Copyright © Carolyn Devonshire | Year Posted 2017
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