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September 30th - A day for rememberence

October 1, 2025
35 long years ago yet the memories are like yesterday. It’s been a year since I posted this and I swear it never gets easier. I’ve dreamt about Bill many times and in one he told me to release myself from my feelings of loss, guilt and many other emotions.
So what I’m going to do is mention a few funny and maybe not so funny memories I have. Maybe this is what my therapists meant. 

I remember we were having an AW picnic over near the carrier pier and Bill went in the port-a-let and a few guys shook the hell out of it and an instant later, the door crashes open and Bill comes flying out, chasing whoever he could see. That was the fastest I ever saw him run.
He always wanted to get a fuchsia colored turtleneck so he could wear it under his flight suit and he finally found one but never wore it because he said it didn’t look as good as he thought it would.
We were both so poor when we lived in our apartment that we would get creative with our cooking. One thing that has stayed as one of my comfort foods is Mac & cheese mixed with ground beef. That was a staple in our place and it’s still something I make to this day.
Never forget but live the way to honor.

Posted by Bill Bickford.

 

Sep 2nd - One door closes but the world opens

September 10, 2025
Greetings foolish mortals.  Another momentous day in the world of the BBP was September 2nd, 2010.  This was the day where my technologically challenged boss decided the bank I was the IT Manager at, would be better off without my department as he was outsourcing us.  Needless to say, we were walked out of the operations center with no fanfare or any thanks.  We went and had a few drinks and the next day found out we were getting a pathetic severance package and that was it.  This was in the ...
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Posted by Bill Bickford.

 

Sep 8th - A Special day

September 10, 2025
Greetings foolish mortals.  I know it's a day late but I was super busy yesterday so I am updating the site tonight.

September 8th is a special day for the BBP.  It saw us join the United States Navy as a young, naive 18 year old kid who was leaving home for the first time.  Getting at the recruiter at 0500 on Monday morning and going to the Tampa MEPs station where we were sworn in as a member of the Navy to uphold and protect the constitution of the United States of America.  It is an oath I...
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Posted by Bill Bickford.

 

Sep 1st - Welcome to September

September 2, 2025
Greetings foolish mortals and welcome to September.  Well, the birthday month is over and we are back home after nearly a week in SoCal.

August was a great month, as always, and now we're looking at the best time of year.  The Halloween events have started here at Universal Orlando.  Also starting at Epcot, is the Food and Wine Festival.  While I missed the opening days and nights of these events, I will be visiting both.

Just a quick update so until next time...

BBP out!!!
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Posted by Bill Bickford.

 

August 12th - Happy Birthday!!!

August 12, 2025
Greetings foolish mortals and Happy Birthday to the BBP!!!  Another year around the sun is complete and a new journey begins.  As a famous quote once said:

To live is the greatest adventure!!!

To all who wished me a happy birthday, thank you.  It's been a good day.

Until next time...

BBP out!!!
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Posted by Bill Bickford.

 

Aug 1st - The best month is here

August 2, 2025
Welcome foolish mortals to the best month of them all...August.  This is the month the BBP was born into this world and even though it's hot as hell, there is much room for celebration.

Getting ready to start the party that will last the full month.  Hopefully, things will cool down a little bit.  Tonight is actually a pleasant evening with a decent breeze and maybe another storm.  We shall see how it plays out.

Gonna post some more through the month...I mean it.

So until then...

BBP out!!!...
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Posted by Bill Bickford.

 

July 22nd - Special Day

July 23, 2025
Welcome foolish mortals to a very special day.  Today, 14 years ago, the sweetest, most loving grandmother left this world.  While I have several days in my life that have unique meaning to each one, this is one that means a lot to me in terms of my grandmother.  I was, unfortunately, unable to see her one last time before she left but I know she went peacefully and I've said my goodbyes and have spoken to her on several occasions.  She is always in my heart and thoughts.

I love you and miss y...
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Posted by Bill Bickford.

 

July 1st - July’s here

July 1, 2025
Greetings foolish mortals and welcome to July. 

Well last month was a busy and crazy one for the BBP. Finally got into our house and have now been working on trying to get things in place. However, that is a slow process and I’m in no rush as there’s no lease or anything that has me set against time. Enjoying the moment. 

We are now full blown into summer and hurricane season. Not enjoying these hot days but looking forward to the evolution of the theme parks transforming into Halloween eve...
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Posted by Bill Bickford.

 

June 23rd - Happy birthday

June 23, 2025
Greetings foolish mortals.  Today is a special day though a bit sad too.  Today is mom's birthday and it's the third one she's been away.  I know my dad misses her tremendously and I know all of us in the family do too.  

Happy birthday mom.  You are loved and missed.


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Posted by Bill Bickford.

 

June 22nd - Home!!!

June 22, 2025
Greetings, foolish mortals!!!  Today the BBP Is officially in his home. We closed Friday morning after numerous weeks of issues that kept popping up by the lender or someone who is just determined to stop us from buying this house. It was stressful, frustrating, aggravating, and so much more but luckily we saw it through And now have a home. Finished closing out the apartment today and unfortunately the office is closed on Sunday so I’m going to have to take my keys tomorrow after work. Tod...
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Posted by Bill Bickford.

 
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