My friend, Tom Glossop, recently retired after a long, distinguished career as member of Brigg Town Council. For 32 years he served tirelessly and devotedly (3 times as Town Mayor) in addition to chairing the various committees. His contribution will be greatly missed, though he will continue, no doubt, to be involved in other ways within the community which he loves.
I wrote this, partly with Tom in mind, for the Annual Meeting of Brigg Town Council, on 23rd May 2011, in an effort to encourage greater interest in the Brigg Community-led Plan, which is a vital work in progress.
The future of Brigg concerns everyone
met in this chamber today.
The Council determined – Community Plan,
formed by town-folk – that’s the way
~~~
So, funding received, a committee conceived
and working group put into place
The ship duly launched, soon hit stormy seas
was well-nigh lost without trace
~~~
Waves of nonsense, indifference, petulance too
made progress exceedingly slow.
Some crew stayed on board, guiding her toward
the destination ’twas deemed she should go
~~~
So here I now stand, making this heart-felt plea
Whatever the party you’re from
Arise from your rear, come on volunteer
And forgive me for sounding like Tom !!
My hubby worked on the town council for many years and this poem brings back memories of all the procrastination and pathetic reasons for not doing something that dogged his years there. A great piece.
I love your appeal at the end, Alec!!! A well-put challenge!!!!
I love hearing about dedicated people like your friend Tom!!!
Very well written Alec, not easy to find, not people, but a person who dedicates his time for the community.
eclectic topic but well written:) 🙂
Good one Stryka! As always! :))
What a great poem, very APT for the season we’re in at BTC!!!! I heard it live in council … thats my claim to fame !!