David - a man of beauty, elegance, wisdom, and knowledge.
I picture him now sitting serenely, glowing as if lit by the setting sun, probably listening to Radio 3, seeming to channel all the love and beauty and understanding in the world, all that ever was and is and will be. A timeless man who we are privileged to have shared this time and space with.
Being near him made me draw up and stand taller, just because he was a man, his was a life, to aspire to, an example to be led by. His humility was humbling, his generosity enriching.
I remember him running, long limbs. More recently those limbs were hesitant, awkward, painful. But still he seemed to twinkle through the difficulty. He was still warm, welcoming, kind. You couldn't take that away from him.
With love from Fraser
Vivien
23rd July 2021