Sense Sonnet - Pumper

To Greater Lengths

At five foot one, I was too short
For a political career.
So as a needed last resort,
I did what some may think severe.
Both of my legs were broken by
Doctors, who then did stretch them out.
Slowly over time, and then I
Was now five foot four thereabout.
It did wonders for self esteem.
I won a city council seat.
This new height lets me have my dream.
Stature in politics is sweet.

For higher office, I might run -
Maybe stand tall in Air Force One.