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Bill Palmer Eternal Order Only Jonathan Townsend has more than 24312 Posts |
Here is the latest news on the cups and balls museum.
It looks like I'll be keeping the cups, balls and wands for a while. Those of you who know me and know my story know why I shut down the museum for a while, and why I haven't been adding anything to it for the past year and a half or so. To sum things up, 2011 was a very bad year for me. I lost my brother in January and my wife of 43 years in August. I became a man without a purpose. I lost all interest in magic and decided to return to my musical roots. This helped a bit, but it wasn't enough. Many of you sent me e-mails and even letters of encouragement, for which I thank you. I won't go into the sordid details of some of the stupid things I did to provide myself with a fleeting kind of happiness. In October of 2012, one of my schnauzers, Watson, became very ill with a mysterious illness that caused him to lose his equilibrium and eventually cost him his hearing. A friend of mine who is a veterinarian helped me find a clinic that could run some very expensive tests on Watson without breaking the bank. She also provided me with a listening, always available ear. I started dating my friend, and in January we decided to get married. Unfortunately, Watson lost his battle and had to be put down. But I still have his brother, Holmes, and my new bride, Julia. So happiness has returned to me. Julia was a guitar student of mine about 40 years ago. She is smart, witty, intelligent, sweet and possesses a special beauty that I appreciate greatly. She loves music and magic. As a result of our need to combine two households, we are packing things up so we can move them when we find the right house. It takes a long time to pack 2000+ sets of cups, but we are doing it slowly and steadily. The museum will stay on line, and I will be issuing more usernames and passwords. I'll let you know more as it happens. Bill
"The Swatter"
Founder of CODBAMMC My Chickasaw name is "Throws Money at Cups." www.cupsandballsmuseum.com |
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Bill Palmer Eternal Order Only Jonathan Townsend has more than 24312 Posts |
I will be disposing of some of my other magical apparatus.
"The Swatter"
Founder of CODBAMMC My Chickasaw name is "Throws Money at Cups." www.cupsandballsmuseum.com |
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Zombie Magic Inner circle I went out for a beer and now have 8733 Posts |
Mr. Palmer, thanks for sharing your personal story. You never know who's reading and can be helped!
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Eric Evans Special user Rio Grande 668 Posts |
I'm glad to hear that things have turned around for you Bill.
May your days be happy and many. |
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Christopher Moro Special user 793 Posts |
I had no idea, Bill. You really are a great and generous guy and deserve only the best. I'm so happy to hear about this amazing upswing of events.
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Tom Fenton Inner circle Leeds, UK (but I'm Scottish) 1477 Posts |
I am so pleased that you have found happiness once more Bill.
Sorry to hear about Watson. I think that he had a wonderful life with you though. Take care my friend, Tom
"But there isn't a door"
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CJRichard Special user Massachusetts 542 Posts |
Onward!
"You know some of you are laughin', but there's people here tryin' to learn. . ." -Pop Haydn
"I know of no other art that proclaims itself 'easy to do.'" -Master Payne Ezekiel the Green |
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Motley Mage Special user 572 Posts |
I am terribly happy for your improved outlook and good fortune. Blessings!
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Tom G Inner circle 2895 Posts |
Great news Bill, wishing you continued happiness.
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Colonel Clark Regular user Mesa, AZ 127 Posts |
We've been missing you here, Bill! Thanks for the update. God bless!
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Pete Biro 1933 - 2018 18558 Posts |
Happiness and Health to you. I disposed of most of my books and props and their memories are still with me.
STAY TOONED... @ www.pete-biro.com
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cupsandballsmagic Inner circle 2705 Posts |
It's nice to see you back here again Bill. I think I speak for everyone when I say that you and Julia deserve all the happiness in the world.
Bri |
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fortasse Inner circle 1201 Posts |
That's great news, Bill. It's amazing, isn't it, how when one door closes another one opens; how grief over the loss of a loved one can eventually morph into joy over the kindling of love with someone new. You're a great guy, Bill. You deserve your happiness!
All the best, Sean |
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Woland Special user 680 Posts |
Wonderful news on almost all accounts. Thank you, Mr. Palmer!
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jay leslie V.I.P. Southern California 9498 Posts |
Bill
Glad you're still with us
Jay Leslie
www.TheHouseOfEnchantment.com |
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Mike McErlain Regular user Toronto & Green Cove Springs, FL 130 Posts |
Thank you for sharing this Bill.
Life can really throw some curve balls at us. I'm currently experiencing a less than stellar year and am encouraged to hear how things are improving for you. It gives me hope as well! Wishing you continued happiness. Mike |
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Bill Palmer Eternal Order Only Jonathan Townsend has more than 24312 Posts |
I thank all of you, and to those of you who are having a rough time, persevere. You CAN get through it!
There are people on this forum who have had a much more difficult time than I have. Bill
"The Swatter"
Founder of CODBAMMC My Chickasaw name is "Throws Money at Cups." www.cupsandballsmuseum.com |
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Wizard of Oz Inner circle Most people wish I didn't have 5150 Posts |
Thank you for opening up to us like that Bill. It certainly could not have been easy to have gone through all of that, but it's great to hear that your life is back on its magical path.
Pay no attention to that man behind the curtain.
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Moonstone76 Regular user Italy 156 Posts |
God bless you! So happy you are back again.
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Mowee Loyal user 239 Posts |
Bill glad to hear things are going better. I totally understand about the move as my wife and I are packing up 28 years of junk to move into a new house (Bob Karlebach's old place next door to Dal). Hope to see you at TAOM in Dallas this summer.
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