Ive been finding myself reflecting on Robin Williams since the news of his tragic suicide broke a few days ago.  Its always moments like this when you start to appreciate what is lost, and when you seriously examine Williamss work, its instantly apparent what tremendous talent the man had.  As an improvisational comic, Williams was without equal.  The man was lighting fast, and could instantaneously invent comedic routines far superior to the ones other established comics refined and revised for years.  I imagine Williamss mind started to run hot as he hit the full stride of his stream-of-consciousness mania; his words came out so loud and fast that it got almost to the point of being intimidating.  However, no matter how crazy his commentary became it was always clear that there was a sincere humanitarian at the controls  and he never descended into insulting individuals or generalized groups.  Williams found enough absurdity in the human condition, and though that does seem like an eternal wellspring of inspiration, its surprising how many comedians have to cheat to get attention.