Day of Celebration

Entrance to Burlington By the Book on Jefferson Street in Burlington, Iowa, the site of my first book signing.

Entrance to Burlington By the Book on Jefferson Street in Burlington, Iowa, the site of my first book signing.


I had lots of fun and support during my first book signing in Burlington, Iowa, where I sold and signed my first published book, Finding Heath Young Lighthouse Keeper. Attached are some photos of my friends and family who supported me during that day! Posting their pictures is a small tribute to them from me. Enjoy!

Kathy Murphy, friend and classmate, at my book signing.

Kathy Murphy, friend and classmate, at my book signing.


Debbie and Kevin signing up for my Book Stub drawing.

Debbie and Kevin signing up for my Book Stub drawing.

Family support at my book signing with Steve and Jonnie Tiemeier.

Family support at my book signing with Steve and Jonnie Tiemeier.

My childhood friend and classmate, Vikki Christy at my book signing.

My childhood friend and classmate, Vikki Christy at my book signing.

My friend Vicki Stoller at my book signing.

My friend Vicki Stoller at my book signing.

Left to right: Geri Elmore, Mary, Don Riley, Jean Riley, and Sheila Hubbard.

Left to right: Geri Elmore, Mary, Don Riley, Jean Riley, and Sheila Hubbard.

My good friends Kevin and Debbie Brubaker at my booksigning in Burlington, Iowa.

My good friends Kevin and Debbie Brubaker at my booksigning in Burlington, Iowa.

Table set up for my first book signing.

Table set up for my first book signing.

Classmate Dan Allen, a special guy at my book signing.

About thehopebeacon

Wecome to my blog! I am a Christian wife, mother, and grandmother who wants to share my lifetime experiences with those who share the same interests and roles. I served as an educator for twenty-one years as both a classroom teacher and an Instructional Services Consultant. Most recently I chose to write children's books. This new path as an author led me to create this website. I seek to inspire, uplift, encourage, and advise those who come here who share common interests or life experiences as myself.
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