Bob B : Writing

Why Do You Walk So Softly?

Why Do You Walk So Softly?

A Poem by Bob B


Why do you walk so softly? Why are you afraid? Why do you speak in a whisper? Why do you stay in the shade? Why do you hide your feelings? Wh..
Cinderella: The Real Story

Cinderella: The Real Story

A Poem by Bob B


Most of us know the tale of Cinderella, But do you know the original German story? It’s different from the version that I grew up with. ..
In the Moment

In the Moment

A Poem by Bob B


Experience the moment. Breathe it in. Watch it. Observe it. Ignore the din In your surroundings-- The chatter, the clatter. Just..
Visits with My Folks

Visits with My Folks

A Poem by Bob B


Last night I saw my mom and dad. We had a lovely chat. Laughing, joking, carrying on... We’re always good at that. Dad, without ..
Who Are These Children?

Who Are These Children?

A Poem by Bob B


Grade-schooler Tito loved going to school To learn division and multiplication. He tried to ignore the violence around him But lived each day..
Ah, Sixty-five Years Old!

Ah, Sixty-five Years Old!

A Poem by Bob B


Ah, sixty-five years old! To me, it is a marvelous age: No longer a foolish, dreamy-eyed kid, Yet still not a stuffy old sage; Not too old..
Deadly Force

Deadly Force

A Poem by Bob B


And so another unarmed person Has become a victim of deadly force. The eruption of violence in Ferguson, Missouri, Was bound to happen in due..
Slightly Unconventional Nursery Rhymes (for the 21st Century)

Slightly Unconventional Nursery Rhymes (for the 21..

A Poem by Bob B


So MARY loved a little lamb--Especially on her plate. But watch out, Mary: too much lamb, Can make you overweight. HUMPTY DUMPTY sat on t..
Robin Williams: R.I.P.

Robin Williams: R.I.P.

A Poem by Bob B


Light your candle, bow at your altar, Let tears fall from your eyes, Say a prayer, stop and reflect, Hear the world’s cries. Rob..
Sesqui— What?

Sesqui— What?

A Poem by Bob B


Have you heard about SESQUIPEDALIAN words? They’re words that are a “foot and a half long.” But you must be careful when you s..