Abraham Lincoln had many skills and talents, among them were those that involved physical adeptness. His wrestling prowess was well-known. His rail splitting skills were legendary. Even on his death bed the physicians attending him were amazed by his well-toned muscles. Apparently, he was not so good at one thing- as the story below illuminates:
“If Lincoln’s hand could pen elegant prose, his long legs lacked a similar grace. At a Springfield soiree, the courting Lincoln edged over to the silk-gowned Mary Todd and offered, “Miss Mary, I’d like to dance with you in the worst way.” After a spin on the floor, Mary said, Abraham, you wanted to dance in the worst way and you certainly did!”
From: “The Wit & Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln” by James C. Humes
