A boy, age 11, who discovers his purpose to become a marine biologist.  Bob begins his journey generally content, but looking for more from life.  He has always loved the ocean and sea life, but he never realized that he could make protecting them his life’s work.  He lives with his mother, the Mayor of the Island of Roses, and his father, a math teacher and soccer coach at The Island School.   His friend Xena the hummingbird has been with him as long as he can remember.  Bob’s character is inspired by anyone searching for his or her purpose and a better life.