by Rich DiSilvio
Rod, a humble soul with a mind as deep as the universe
Titillated, shocked, and inspired us all with his moving verse
A profound teacher, philosopher, and at times a priest
Rod gazed into the human soul, revealing both the saint and the beast
Taking us into the surreal realms of the Twilight Zone
Serling’s mind-twisting journeys were uniquely his own
From life on earth into the mysterious realms of ether
Rod was TV’s ultimate sci-fi bequeather
Having served as both a visionary and mentor
Rod’s followers owe much to the inventor
So with my deep admiration unfurling
I dedicate this ode to Rod Serling…
a man who, in every sense, was sterling
