Duke's Clam Chowder

3 ounces bacon -- diced & cooked

1 onion chopped

3 stalks celery -- diced

2 large russet potatoes -- diced

1 1/2 cups chopped clams

1 1/4 cups clam juice

1 teaspoon garlic -- minced

1 teaspoon pepper

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 teaspoon marjoram

2 teaspoons basil

1 teaspoon italian seasoning

1/4 teaspoon dill

1/2 teaspoon thyme

2 bay leaves

1/4 cup parsley -- chopped

1/3 cup flour

1/2 cup half and half 3 ounces butter