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It's Bill, 5/31/26: Memorial Day Weekend Lubec
A quiet Memorial Day weekend in Lubec with fishing, friends, good food, rain, and time to slow down.
May 312 min read
It's Bill, 5/10/26: Legion Derby
Kentucky Derby night at Lubec’s American Legion brought hats, karaoke, laughter, and one exciting race.
May 102 min read
It's Bill, 4/19/26: Easter 2026
A quiet Easter tradition in Lubec—lamb shanks, cemetery walks, and time spent together in the rain and spring air.
Apr 202 min read
It's Bill, 4/12/26: Spring Is In the Air
A spring drive through Downeast Maine brings flowers, surprises, and an unexpected reunion with an old friend.
Apr 123 min read
It's Bill, 3/15/26: Irish Heritage
A St. Patrick’s Day reflection on family heritage, construction yard stories, and a lifelong appreciation for Irish traditions.
Mar 152 min read
It's Bill, 2/22/26: Valentine's Day
From grade school valentines to Nantucket scallops, a warm Valentine’s weekend at West Quoddy Station.
Feb 222 min read
It's Bill, 1/11/26: Resolutions
New Year’s reflections on resolutions, winter weather in Lubec, and the fine art of adapting plans—and advice—to real life.
Jan 112 min read
It's Bill, 1/4/26: Out... In
A look back at 2025 projects and a glimpse ahead to 2026 plans, from flags and gardens to honoring Revolutionary War veterans.
Jan 42 min read
It's Bill, 12/14/25: Wreath Making
Learning to make wreaths from scratch with Deb’s guidance turned into a proud first—and a classic Maine memory.
Dec 14, 20253 min read
It's Bill, 11/30: Thankful
A look at what I'm thankful for this season: friends, health, and life on the Easternmost Point.
Dec 1, 20252 min read
It's Bill, 11/9/25: Fallosophy
Bill reflects on fall walks, community dinners, dried flowers, and cozy gatherings at West Quoddy Station as Thanksgiving nears.
Nov 9, 20252 min read
It's Bill, 11/2/25: Lubec's Halloween
Lubec embraces spooky season with glowing pumpkins, beach bonfires, and haunted porches that bring Halloween magic alive.
Nov 3, 20252 min read
It's Bill, 9/14/25: Falling Into Place
Fall begins when the lights, pumpkins, and community traditions take over—not when the calendar says so.
Sep 15, 20252 min read
It's Bill, 8/10/25: Quoddy Holidays
From summer highs to holiday serenity, discover the magic of year-round stays at West Quoddy Station.
Aug 13, 20252 min read
It's Bill, 7/13/25: Lubec's 4th
A week of parades, ships, fireworks, and fun in Lubec and Eastport — the perfect small-town 4th of July celebration.
Jul 13, 20252 min read
It's Bill, 6/22/25: A Sense of Community
Neighbors gathered for Flag Day in Lubec—unity, pie, and purpose on full display for a hopeful future.
Jun 22, 20251 min read
It's Bill, 6/1/25: Lubec's Memorial Day
Lubec’s Memorial Day honors the past with tradition, reflection, and a deep sense of community across borders.
Jun 1, 20252 min read
It's Bill, 4/27/25: Cemetery Sunday
Hikes, hidden cemeteries, and a cozy Easter dinner made for a day full of discovery and celebration in Lubec.
Apr 28, 20252 min read
It's Bill, 4/20/25: Bill's Easter
Each Easter, I walk among old graves in quiet cemeteries—honoring life, tradition, and the peaceful passage of time.
Apr 21, 20252 min read
It's Bill, 2/14/25: Valentines
Valentine’s Day at West Quoddy Station—memories, romance, and a heartfelt winter wedding overlooking the lighthouse.
Feb 14, 20252 min read
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