Stir Your Broth in a Helmet (For Dave Myers, A Hairy Biker, Rest in Peace)

AuburnScribbler

 

If there’s no bowl, upon your pelmet,

then stir your broth, in a helmet,

be like him, who rode with smile,

whose speech retold, many a mile,

 

to dance and sing, were also stock,

a friend we made, on the box,

his heart was warm, in al fresco,

in terms of candour, he was maestro,

 

he sugar-coated, this hard life,

thus, love he served, a dish so ripe,

a legacy sweet, savours the land,

as, for all to see, his King still stands.

  • Author: AuburnScribbler (Offline Offline)
  • Published: March 3rd, 2024 10:32
  • Comment from author about the poem: I know that I am a bit late, but I felt compelled to write this homage, for such a gentleman. Dave Myers, along with Si King, was one half of "The Hairy Bikers", who trapsed around the UK, and then the world, on a great culinary journey. Sadly, Dave, died recently on the 28th of February, due to an ongoing battle with cancer. He was such a lovely guy, and was well respected amongst the UK cooking community. He also participated in the 2013 series of "Strictly Come Dancing". Of course, I had to include a picture of him smiling as he always did, as well as the banner picture, of which, I envisage, is a younger version of him, being free, riding his trusty metal steed. I hope that you enjoy this poetic homage, rest in peace Dave, and as always, please do stay safe everyone.
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Comments2

  • Teddy.15

    A very kind and warm gentleman, funny and his passion of food and life was like most who leave earth early extraordinary. I saw some clips of him dancing and he made me smile. A kind dedication. 🌹

    • AuburnScribbler

      Thanks for the read Teddy.15, and for the kind words, and I'm also glad that you were fond of him too.

      Like you've said, all he did, he did with a smile, I also saw a couple of clips of him doing Strictly, he looked like he was really enjoying himself.

      Thanks again, and I hope that all is well.

    • Goldfinch60

      Wonderful tribute to Dave Myers Ben, he was so good to watch.

      Andy

      • AuburnScribbler

        Thanks for the read Andy, and for the kind words. I totally agree, he was a great watch, especially with Si. Whenever a repeat of them is on, I will try to watch it.

        Thanks again, and I hope that all is well.



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