Oh--That Dear Old Bugbear

Oh! That Dear Old Bugbear That nasty old Hobgoblin of English 16th century lore replete with its ugly, mischievous behavior. At once, frightful and always exciting one’s fears, whilst creating a true sense of dread and macabre. Even for those who are dismissive of the Bugbear, knoweth that this Hobgoblin’s existence is spectral. As one sleeps so deeply in the darkness of the night, Beware! This is when the Bugbear initiates its fright! And so, when you hear a creaking of your bedroom door at night, face your fear now, turn on that light! And what you may see may be nothing at all . . . yet, that Bugbear of dread might be lying under your bed! Gary Bateman, Copyright © All Rights Reserved November 22, 2020 (Couplet)