Why did we all of us music loving, carefree, friends of American Idol get turned into a family we've called "THE PEEPS" for over a decade now. Crazy???

We have seen some Peeps move on to other (BETTER) things, watched some move away and lose track, some lost interest in ole BB when they found out he was a Christian/Conservative who doesn't cheat on his wife and pretend to be a ROCKSTAR as much as he puts God 1st, Then Family, Then Country, The Music Biz. And we've also lost several of our Peeps because it was their time to leave this earth and experience whats next for them out there in the universe. Unfourtunatly last night we lost another one of our dedicated Peeps who we all adore and cherish. Deb Charnesky won her battle with Cancer on Wed night at 7:30pm... I got this news as I was boarding a plane to Hong Kong for a 5 week tour and needless to say although I knew she was ill I have been in tears for most of my 16 hr flight. I'm just speachless. Deb was a special lady who ment a lot to many of us in the Peep Familyt we have created together over the years and her kind spirit and laughter will be missed. The 1st thing I wanted to do on my lay-over between flights is to remind you Peeps of how special you are to me and by letting Ashlee and Deb's family know that we are all praying for them and have them in our thoughts.

Our Peep Pal "Bolisa" dropped me an email on my bo@bobice.com  email to let me know that Deb was in failing health and that if I wanted to speak to her I needed to do it ASAP. By the time I finally reached her she was unable to speak and already losing her strength, I was only able to leave her a message (while trying to hold back tears) telling her to stay strong and know that we all love her and are better off as individuals for having her as part of our lives. I then was able to speak to her daughter Ashlee and let the family know my love for them all will never waiver or die and that we will continue to pay tribute to ALL of our Peeps who've moved on to the next relm. I'm gratefull that Ashlee took the time to speak to me and said she would play the message I left Deb so she know how much the Bice Family love her.

Thank you Lisa for keeping me in the know about Deb and her illness. I left "ANTI-SOCIAL MEDIA" because of the way the lying media twisted my words, but more over as I saw the hateful, horrible treatment of my Peeps and the physical threats to my family and I it was enough. I'm not going to return to Twitter,Facebook, but not full time and I won't be communicating on their platforms because I said I was going to leave the platforms due to their lack of tolerance to ALL PEOPLES VIEWS. And unlike the Hollywood type hypocrites (I'LL MOVE OUTTA THE COUNTRY IF THIS PERSON) I do what I say I'll do. But I've lost contact with some of the very special people who bring joy to my life and also remind me that I'm NOT A ROCKSTAR, I'm A ROCKIN' DAD, HUSBAND & FRIEND to all those around me that I love. So I'll pop in and check on you all more ther on you pages, but you'll still have to visit me here on BOBICE.COM to see my personal thoughts and photos. If it wasn't for Lisa contacting me I would'nt have known about losing Deb until I returned home from this whirl-wind tour I'm currently on, so thank you for coming over to my site and contacting me Lisa.

Friends, Pals, Peeps, FAMILY... I love you Deb and I'm very proud that God decided to place you into our Peep Family life, even if it was for such a short time my love. Dedicated to Deb and all the other Peeps we've lost over the past 11 plus years Caroline and I decided to throw a BICE FAMILY CHRISTMAS PARTY in 2017. We will be celebrating the lives of those who remain in our hearts and on our minds with a special show from the ENTIRE BICE FAMILY (EXCEPT CALEB, "I DON'T SING IN PUBLIC DAD!!) I have a feeling that it'll be in ALABAMA this year and I'd love to discuss using one of my favorite spots for the celebration. I've missed you all over the past two years that I've dedicated to BS&T, but you're out of sight and never outta mind. This year we will begin our tradition again for all of those who want to join us to remeber our PEEP FAMILY that can no longer be with us here on earth, but they'll always be with us in spirit.

I LOVE YOU DEB, YOU WILL ALWAYS BE A SPECIAL PART OF MY LIFE AND MY CAREER, YOU NEVER GAVE UP ON ME KIDDO... YOU AND AN MANY OTHERS NEVER LET THIS DRUNK/DRUGGY EXCEPT THAT, THAT WAS ALL I WOULD EVER BE. AND BECAUSE OF PEOPLE LIKE YOU MY WIFE AND CHILDREN HAVE A HAPPY, PRESENT, QUALITY, DAD WHO WILL NEVER LET HIMSELF FALL BACK INTO HIS OLD WAYS. YOU HELPED TO GIVE ME THE GIFE OF A LIFE I WAS WALKING THROUGH, NOW I LIVE IT DAILY BECAUSE OF PEOPLE LIKE YOU.

Till we meet again Deb.

BB

It was such an honor to be invited to chaperone for the field-trip to the Georgia Aquarium with the 3rd grade class, both Caleb and I enjoyed visiting this amazing Aquarium that we are lucky enough to have right here in our own back yard. 2 of his friends Tatum & Sam hung out with Caleb and I throughout the day as we experienced all the wonders that this deep sea aquarium has to offer. Check out some of our favorite pics of the day!

The Georgia Aquarium is an incredible place to take the family for a day of educational fun that has a little something for everyone in the group. This is the view from above the tank where the marine animals have plenty of room to roam the open watters of this huge aquatic tank. There were Whale Sharks, Rays, Dolphins, Sea Lions... EVERTHING YOU COULD IMAGINE IN THIS TANK!!!!! Be careful not to fall in though folk. CHOMP! CHOMP!!

C.J. Decided to CHILL with the Penguins, until they started eyeing his leftover cookie a bit to much. EAT UP QUICK CALEB!!! You can't trust a bird that's dressed that fancy son, they are embezzling cash from somewhere to be able to afford such nice tuxedos. I'm watching you Penguins!!

You showed a lot of courage with this one Caleb... Everybody know not to mock the Piranhas!!! Especially when you have such a cute fish face C.J.

The favorite animal on our list for the day had to be the Albino Alligator, they were so impressive that Caleb picked this reptilian to be the main focus of his essay that he will be writing about his day with the 3rd grade class at the Georgia Aquarium. I have to admit that the Albino Alligator is not the most popular or even the favorite of many of the other children on the trip... But C.J. always thinks outside the box, shares his opinion openly and always works hard to get the job done right. I'm sure his essay will be a hit no matter what animal he picks!!

Thanks for letting your old man tag along with you for the day Caleb, I hope I did'nt cramp your style to much buddy. I'll always be here for you no matter what you need from me my beautiful son.  I hope you know how much I respect you for always being yourself and for always putting others before your own needs and wants. You're a wise, generous, kind, old soul Caleb James. I learn from you daily.

I Love You

Dad

It's great to be back on BoBice.com with my Peeps!! I've taken a hiatus from "SOCIAL" media over the past several weeks to focus on my health after 2 hospital visits. Lower stress, better diet, more exercise, are all in the cards for me... I missed 4 shows (SORRY PEEPS WHO WERE AT THOSE FL SHOWS)  but Dr's grounded me so I could get some well needed R&R before BS&T hits the road for our Jakarta, Australia, Hawaii tour next month. I enjoyed the break from the outside distractions so much that from here on out if you want to keep up with where I am, what I'm up to with my family, friends and music, you need to stay tuned-in here to get the skinny on everything. Since I'll no longer be posting or commenting directly on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, I'd appreciate that my private images, comments and videos not be shared with those or any other platforms. But, I encourage any of you Peeps who want to contact me directly at bo@bobice.com to chat, send concert pics & videos, comments on shows or just shoot the bull with ole BB do that here now that you all have a place t0 reach me. And if you send me pictures, comments or videos, please give your name along with permission for us to post them to bobice.com in your email so we can showcase you in all your glory. I'll be picking out my favorites to share with the rest of our Peeps here on the site.  Hope to hear from you soon!!

This newest pic is one of the backstage shots I took from Saturdays show in Seneca, NY. We had a packed house to play for but even through the masses I saw a few "BB repeat offenders" (Judy, Beth) who were with some fella who looked just like Bo Bice circa 2005(LOL). All kidding aside, it was nice to see friends in the audience who were enjoying all that my BS&T brothers and I had to offer. I love what I do for a living folks and it never gets old doing what you love!! Come join us this weekend for 2 nights of awesome music and a whole lotta fun when BS&T hit Skagit Casino And Resort in BOW, WA.

See you there!!

BB

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