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It's Bill, 7/5/26: Long Way Home
A 10-minute shortcut through Lubec became an hour-and-a-half walk filled with gardens, neighbors, dogs, and new friends.
Jul 63 min read
It's Bill, 6/14/26: Tina's Party
A chilly June afternoon, fried halibut bites, good friends, and one of Lubec’s favorite annual gatherings.
Jun 153 min read
It's Bill, 5/17/26: Ordinary Bill
From colonial open-hearth dinners in Connecticut to the creation of West Quoddy Station in Lubec.
May 172 min read
It's Bill, 5/3/26: Pot Roast Sunday
A quiet Sunday, a shared pot roast, and a little karaoke—spring in Lubec at its best.
May 33 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, 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, 1/25/26: On the Road Part II (Brunswick Bound)
A winter drive to Brunswick brings icy roads, red hotdogs, a welcoming hotel, and good food shared with new friends.
Jan 243 min read
It's Bill, 1/18/26: On The Road
Winter travel from Lubec turns simple appointments into long journeys filled with weather, food stops, and shared moments on the road.
Jan 202 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, 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, 12/7/25: Anniversary
Reflecting on a year of blog posts, friendships, and a powerful Pearl Harbor Day memory that still resonates.
Dec 7, 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, 3/26/25: Director Patricia
How a handshake turned into a legacy: The story behind “It’s Bill!!” and the creative revival of West Quoddy Station.
Oct 26, 20252 min read
It's Bill, 8/31/25: Deb's Porch
At the edge of Maine, I found community, conversation, and comfort—on a porch that’s always open around 4.
Aug 31, 20252 min read
It's Bill, 7/6/25: Whale of a Surprise
Whale watching, sea birds, and seals galore — a scenic adventure from Lubec to Eastport aboard a 29’ Parker charter.
Jul 7, 20253 min read
It's Bill, 6/8/25: Last Saturday Night
From chicken dinners to whale sightings—one wild ride with Carla, lobster boats, Legion friends, and a $250,000 surprise.
Jun 8, 20252 min read
It's Bill, 3/25/25: Catastrophe Averted
A cat’s sunset escape unites five women on a perfect rescue mission in Lubec. Lukey’s safe… for now.
May 25, 20252 min read
It's Bill, 5/11/25: 25 Years
Reflecting on 25 years at West Quoddy Station — growth, gratitude, and the pursuit of purpose.
May 11, 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
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