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A Little Less Laughter

A little less laughter in the world, A little more reminiscing; For that will be the way it goes With Robin Williams missing. A lot more tributes yet to come, A lot of clips to show; For folks just can't believe That it was Robin's time to go. A little less laughter in the world, A lot more snide asides; Alas, beneath the comic's mask, Depression often hides.

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Lucilla Carrillo

Date: 8/17/2014 10:26:00 PM

Ilene; I like what you wrote here about Robin. He was one of a kind. Sometimes we all have to ware a mask so people won't see the real us. He will be missed. Thanks for sharing... Lucilla

Robert Johnson

Date: 8/14/2014 7:16:00 PM

You don't know what you got till it's gone. What a treasure we lost. Rest in peace Robin. And thanks for the tribute ilene.

Mark Peterson

Date: 8/14/2014 10:58:00 AM

I'm so grateful that your prolific pen turned to recall the irreplaceable Robin Williams. I treasure the words of the your poem. You've captured my feelings so well. A favorite indeed.

Matthew Anish

Date: 8/13/2014 8:35:00 PM

You probably remember "Tears of a Clown". That song applys to R.Williams. As does your poem - the last line being especially poignant. B'Shalom Matthew Anish

Eileen Manassian

Date: 8/12/2014 9:08:00 PM

Ilene...He was one of my favorite actors. I loved the man...His deep blue eyes and lovely smiles...I can't believe he's gone. Your poem is just a masterpiece, my sweet. Hugs