Christmas Eve, my husband (Wayne) walked into the grocery store to pick up a few last minute items for our big Christmas dinner. As he walked into the store, he saw a little boy staring at him and grinning broadly. My husband smiled back. As the little boy and his mother walked on, Wayne heard the little boy excitedly tell his mother, “Did you see him? That was Santa!”

My very own Santa

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My new book is now available at The History Press and Amazon.com.

It’s a beautiful book, chocked full of photos (250 color photos) featuring the Sears Homes of Illinois.

Click here to “look inside the book” at amazon.com

Did I mention that it makes the perfect Christmas gift? 

Sears Homes of Illinois (Cover)

Sears Homes of Illinois (Rear Cover)

About three weeks ago, my newest book (The Sears Homes of Illinois) hit the streets. About three hours ago, I returned from a two-week booksigning tour, where I traveled from Chicago to Fairview Heights, promoting the book and doing booksignings. I’m home now and mighty tired.

It was fun, but not nearly as glamorous as one might thing. I sure am glad to be home.