
Poems written by Peter Gibbs over 60 years, inspired by romance, travel, the beauty of nature, emotions and family and friends - peterspoetry.co.uk
Bernard's Farewell
In the heart of Oxford
In the House of Rhodes
There dwelt the kindly Bernard
The Writer of the Odes.
His title ‘twas Head Porter
But he was more than that
He’d listen to your problems
And find the time to chat.
He guarded pillared portals
And issued firm, Who goes?
He walked the silent corridors
Kept cleaners on their toes.
Yet this able guardian
Had the biggest heart
His warmth to all who met him
Set him well apart.
A shoulder strong to lean upon
A more than willing ear
When staff and scholars needed him
His friendliness was clear.
His passion’s Country-Western
But not that modern stuff
He draws the line at dancing
It’s just not pure enough.
So now retirement beckons
Teresa’s at his side
We’ll miss you sorely, Bernard
Enjoy your life outside!