Nettie's Fountain Pen Reaches Extended Family

I recently was contacted by a Great-Grandaughter of John Greninger Jr. stating she had found information on the internet about Nettie's Fountain Pen. She was interested in getting a copy of the book and more information about my Great Grandma Nettie. When I compiled Nettie's Fountain Pen in 2008 this was exactly what I had hoped would happen. We have since exchanged family tree information and created a Facebook Group Decendants of John Greninger Sr. If you are a member of this family please request to join the group and share information with us.

A Story Years in the Making - Donald Eugene Strohm

This book was created for my dad's 80th birthday. Each one of us kids wrote him a letter to include as well as a couple of Marge's kids.  A Story Years in the Making - Donald Eugene Strohm

Books For Sale at Local Flower Shop

Joanne Leach, owner of Tattered Leaf Designs Flowers and Gifts inquired about the history of the old State Bank in Lyons, where she recently opened her shop.  I just happen to have a story of its history in the Lyons Pictorial History book compiled in 2008. 

I stopped by today to show her the page and what a cute place she has.  A wide variety of more than just flowers...... Unique decorating and gift items for everyone on  your list.of every style.

Stop by and check it out. 

Joanne invited me to put both of my books, the Lyons Pictorial History and Nettie's Fountain Pen, on display.  They are available for purchase for $24.95 each. 

Lyons Pictorial History is alive and well!

Almost 4.5 years after publishing, The Lyons Pictorial History is alive and well.  I sold 4 copies tonight and still have a few more to sell.  Check it out and order now.  LINK

A Tribute to our Military!

I heard this song last night and thought it would be a great tribute to our military. 

A New Year, Another Story!

I have so many books to write and I've decided 2013 is the year to do it!

If you've been thinking of compiling those family photos and the stories that go with them.  Join me and let's get it done in 2013!

I'll be using the Heritage Makers Publishing Studio to tackle my projects.  If you'd like more information about it, give me a call.  262-749-0221.  

The publishing studio is very user friendly and there are many ways to get reduced rates on publishing points.

Let's get started today! 

Millie's Christmas Walk

I dropped by The Purple Onion yesterday to refill my stock of Nettie's Fountain Pen. They are also going to start carrying my line of Picturesque Greetings. Picturesque Greetings offers beautiful photo greeting cards for all occasions with inspirational, motivational and humorous verses.

The Purple Onion and Millie's Restaurants and Shopping Village will be holding their Christmas Walk on November 8-11th. 

Stop by and check out all the goodies made by local artisans. 

Lyons Township Historical Society Inquiry

It is so rewarding to have a town of Lyons founding fathers relative contact me after finding information on the Lyons Township Historical Society web-site regarding their loved one.  It assures me that the work I do for the Historical Society is being viewed, utilized and possibly enjoyed by those interested in our town history.

I recently received an email from the wife of Sumner Chapin's great great grandson inquiring about the book that was written in 1947 by Hazel Loomis.   While this book is no longer in circulation, I believe there is a copy available at the Wisconsin Historical Society in Madison.  I do have plans to either reproduce this publication and/or post the information to the web-site.  Watch for updates.

Kade's Klassic 2012

I spent yesterday photographing the sights and memories of the 2012 Kade's Klassic.  If you'd like to see the pictures, please visit my facebook page.  FACEBOOK

I'll be starting on a book real soon.  Watch for details.

Sculptor Meets Lineman, the making of a memorial

In 2000 my husband's best friend was killed on the job when he was electrocuted.  In 2011 my husband was killed on the job when he was struck in the head with a piece of the electric pole.  In memory of their fallen co-workers the brotherhood of lineman had this bronze sculpture crafted and installed at the main entrance to their office in Crystal Lake, IL.   I was able to join some of the co-workers in the Sculptor, Erik Blome's studio the day after Christmas 2011 to watch the pouring begin on the project. Dedication was held March 21, 2012.

As a thank you for keeping their memory alive, I created this book  and have dedicated it to the Brotherhood of Lineman for the work that they do.

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Sculptor Meets Lineman