The discussion centers around the theory that there are no evil individuals named Bob, contrasting them with the name Robert, which has been associated with negative figures. Participants share anecdotes and humorous observations, reinforcing the notion that Bobs are generally perceived as good-natured. Notable references include Bob Newhart and fictional characters like Bob from "Twin Peaks," which challenge the theory's validity. Overall, the conversation highlights a cultural bias favoring the name Bob as inherently benign.
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He sounds like a helluva nice guy. Exactly what I would expect from a Bob.Moonbear said:Now I'm really wondering here...I had a great-uncle who my grandmother and grandfather used to call Bob-a-loo, but his name was Alexander.I always figured it was some mean childhood nickname that my grandmother called him and he got stuck with. He was a nice guy too though, at least to the extent he could be, so maybe the Bob-ness rubbed off. He had pretty severe Parkinson's, so couldn't talk well or do much, but once in a while would do something really nice, totally out of the blue for his grand-nieces and nephews. Like he'd send us all money for Easter outfits so we could have something really special to wear (he couldn't pick them out or go shopping with us, but he could give us the money and tell us that's what we were supposed to use it for so our parents couldn't make us put it all in the bank like they usually did when we got money as a gift).
Need giggling and blushing smiley here.brewnog said:And Dick, Phil and Roger too.
Well, being nice Bob's, they are too humble to come in here and talk about themselves.Math Is Hard said:He sounds like a helluva nice guy. Exactly what I would expect from a Bob.
I wonder what BobG, The Bob, and Bobster think of this thread? I thought for sure they would have some comments.
Good point! I never thought about it that way.Moonbear said:Well, being nice Bob's, they are too humble to come in here and talk about themselves.
I keep sticking apostrophes into plural words! My pinky must be getting bored while I'm typing and causing mischief. gee, I like Bob Saget and all, but c'mon!mapper said:
Strange. Father Spike has a nice ring to it.I had completely forgotten about that!setAI said:
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I would have to ruin it, wouldn't I?Moonbear said:Well, being nice Bob's, they are too humble to come in here and talk about themselves.
It is a strange thread. I can't say I saw it until today but I think there are some evil Bobs putting shame on the rest of us. Ohhh the shameMath Is Hard said:He sounds like a helluva nice guy. Exactly what I would expect from a Bob.
I wonder what BobG, The Bob, and Bobster think of this thread? I thought for sure they would have some comments.
oh the shame I have ruined the humbleness as well oh dear. forgive me BobG, forgive me Bobster? we have a Bobster?? Wow. Well forgive me as well. When I get my driving license, I'd like to be Bob for a night oooohhh, yeah - ok, now it's coming back to me. You told us one time about some kind of a designated driver campaign involving the name "BOB". I completely forgot about that!Monique said:It is true, there are no evil bobs. Here in the Netherlands when you go out in a group, Bob will sacrifice himself and not drink all night so that he can drive everyone home safely. I know that in Belgium you also have Bobs who stay sober on nights out
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Tit?zoobyshoe said:
I'm going to get in trouble, aren't I?