The Hamlet Project

There are those who seem to be able to talk with anyone.
The prime minister, the garbage man, the clerk at the shop.
With every person, the picture of diplomacy and charm
Ease rolls from his tongue
And he receives words as he delivers them
At his birthday, he gives eloquent thank yous
Before extinguishing his candles
When accepting awards, his words are instantly quotable
We turn to him in moments like these
When we know our own words will be inadequate
We know he can find some.