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August 7, 2011
It's been a month and a half since I wrote.  Have had a lot of things going on since then that has pre-occupied my time.  The first and foremost was my Grandmother, Mildred E. Bickford, passed away on July 22, 2011.  It was a very sad moment for me as I hadn't seen her since a few days before I left to come out here in November of 2010.  I flew back to the states for her memorial and it didn't hit me that she was gone until I got back.  The memorial service was just like she wanted.  Short and sweet.  She was the kindest, most loving person I have ever known.  She was a gentle and loving spirit that made the world a better place.  It's been hard saying goodbye but I know she is no longer in pain and I truly hope to see her again.  Goodbye Grandma.  I love you and miss you very much.
It was also great to see my son who means the world to me.  We were able to spend a lot of good time together and make some memories to last while I'm gone.  It's been tough being away from him but I know I'm doing this for his future.  I love you Zman.  I got to spend some time with other family and friends too and really didn't want to leave.
The trip back was interesting to say the least and very long.  At least I got to spend 9 hours in England and took a bus tour of London and the surrounding cities.  Saw a lot of cool stuff and now need to visit for at least a week or so.  Saw so much I want to see and do. 
That's the update for now.  Until we speak again...

Posted by Bill Bickford.

 

Happy Father's Day

June 18, 2011
    I can't believe I've let this go for a month.  But before I go on, I want to wish a Happy Father's Day to my father and grandfather.  This is my 12th Father's Day and I really miss my guy.  While I'm over here in this place, he's back in the states.  I love him so much and can't wait to see him again.
So it's been a month since I wrote on here and not really a whole lot has changed in that month.  I work for 12 hours, go to the gym and then sleep and start the process all over again.  It's...
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Posted by Bill Bickford.

 

May 17th Happy Birthday Z!!!

May 17, 2011
    Happy Birthday Z!!!  Today is dedicated to my boy.  He turns 12 today and is currently in The Bahamas.  For his birthday I sent him on something he's been wanting to go on for a while now but previously I couldn't afford it.  I sent him on a cruise and for the past few weeks he's been really excited.  I'm so happy that's he's happy and excited cuz for a while, things weren't that great for him but I'm hoping this will be the spark that starts setting things into motion.  He's such a good ...
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Posted by Bill Bickford.

 

May 1st Welcome May

May 1, 2011
I know it's been 2 weeks since my last post but there are times when I just don't seem to have the time or energy to do any writing on here.  I'm on a computer all day and spend quite a bit of time on it when I get off but there is only so much I can do.  I keep saying this but I will try and vent, err I mean post at least once a week.
So another fantastic time here in Afghanistan.  Hearing all sorts of rumblings about various rumors and other stuff happening or going to happen.  I just need t...
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Posted by Bill Bickford.

 

April 15th Tax Day

April 15, 2011
    So it's been a week and a half since my last post.  I never realized how hard this could be when you're working and also trying to have some kind of a outside of work life.  It might be different if this was all I did but it's not.  I can't blame anyone though as it's my fault. 
Gonna try to get some of my pictures added to the site.  Especially the ones from Ireland.  I can't believe it's been one month since I was there.  It seems like years now.  This place does seem to make time fly. ...
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Posted by Bill Bickford.

 

April 4th How does this work?

April 4, 2011
Sorry been so long since I wrote but there always seems to be things to do than to keep up with this.  Gonna try to at least make it weekly visit.  So been back from Ireland for 2 weeks now and needless to say, things could be so much better.  I've been trying to stay positive but something happened today that has realy got me bent.  I won't go into detail right now but I will soon enough.  I'm just staying positive on my other thought and situation and it will see me through.  Gotta keep the...
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Posted by Bill Bickford.

 

March 18th Dublin!!!

March 18, 2011
Here we are in beautiful Dublin, Ireland.  Been an awesome couple of days so far.  Landed at about 2 pm Mar 16th and have been going since then.  Throw in a few hours of sleep and that's what's been going on.  Gonna have a ton of pics to add on here when I get back.  Until then, talk to you soon.  Bill out...for now.

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Posted by Bill Bickford.

 

March 15th Ireland bound!!!

March 15, 2011

In 6 short hours, I will be leaving to head to a land I have never been to before.  Beautiful Ireland and it's no coincidence that i will be there during St. Patty's Day.  Gonna drink some Guiness, see some interesting locations, visit The Cliffs of Mohir and relax and have some fun.  Been a long 4 months since I've been gone so I need some clean, fresh air to breathe and a chance to just relax and be stress free.  Cheers all!!!


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Posted by Bill Bickford.

 

March 11th Winner!!!

March 11, 2011
So here we are, 4 days and counting until Dublin bound.  Can't wait.  Been a rather pretty nice few days for me.  Not so much as to where I am but mostly because of events that have happened.  I got my new, replacemtn laptop for the one that was sent to me with a gouge in the screen.  Spent a few hours playing around with it last night.  It is a sweet thing.  Gonna have to check to see how much of my current stuff works on Windows 7.  Also played in a voleeyball tournament last night and won....
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Posted by Bill Bickford.

 

Mar 1st New Laptop

March 3, 2011
So I ordered a new laptop a few weeks ago and have been anxiously waiting for it to get here.  Well it finally did today and when I opened it, I discovered a nice gouge in the LCD screen.  I was pissed and so frustrated cuz I've spent the past couple of days trying to get some answers as to what I need to do.  Finally I was able to get through to support and they are shipping me another.  I just need to get the damaged one back in 30 days or I pay for it.  I just hope it makes it there cuz I ...
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Posted by Bill Bickford.

 
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