Tuesday, 3 July 2012

Alan Gabriel – Met in Kingsley Park, Northampton


This man has a light about him; an air of smart order. This was what I thought even before I knew his name was Gabriel. He told me his name in a Bond like manner, “Gabriel. Alan Gabriel.” His calm assurance in look and poise were matched in his smooth flow of words.

Waiting for his son by a bus stop in Kingsley Park Mr. Gabriel was happy for me to take this photograph. I was initially hesitant to approach but as I dithered our eyes met and I knew immediately that it was OK to speak with him.

A brief but lasting interaction.

I said, “Thank you, sir,” as I returned to my car. It seemed the only fitting way to refer to him.

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