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underneath that ol' t-shirt
is even softer than
those worn threads you wear so well
flaxen fronds flow from your blue bill
eyes shinin' like the wings of a jay
often a smirk turns up one corner
and i recall cherub's cheeks
when parted reveal the strongest set
and warmest breath
carrying the sweetest scent -
a delicious blend of coffee and cigarettes

crossword assistance

"in his brocaded swivel chair
the plump aga khan sits majestically
... matches pounds against carats"