It is only through dark
That light achieves its full measure.
Against its lines we gain purchase
On the presence and gift
Of life’s charm.
None were as charming
Or sleek,
From his urbane stance
To the treasure
Of his good looks and viewpoint
On the counter cultural dance
As we stumble
Towards
The oncoming political storm.
As devoted to change
As he was to The Action (Robin’s
Favourite band) He was totem
To standards and time
Unsurpassed.
On this dreadful day
When what was Beste
Has been taken
We will commit love and friendship
To honouring his soft shadow
Sharpening as we listen
To all that he shared.
Robin lasts.
David Erdos 31st May 2019
Thank you for this lovely poem in memory of Robin. We all can’t believe we won’t see him again, or hear his voice, or laugh at his jokes. xx Manuela
Comment by Manuela on 1 June, 2019 at 6:51 pmA beautiful and thoughtful poem for Robin, capturing so well his very essence.
Comment by Shade Majekodunmi on 2 June, 2019 at 1:55 pmFriend and former colleague, Shade
That’s a lovely poem David, and conjures up lovely memories of a great person, with humour and fighting spirit, whom we will miss. xx
Comment by Shirley Franklin on 2 June, 2019 at 4:32 pm