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After retirement, for two summers I worked as a tour guide at the Umpqua River Lighthouse in Oregon. This opportunity enabled me to learn more about that lighthouse than any of the others I've seen. Although I have personally visited and photographed over 300 lighthouses in the United States and three Provinces in Canada, the Umpqua River Lighthouse has special meaning for me. That Lighthouse inspired me to write two fictional books with the characters working, living, and enduring the challenges of lighthouse keeping. All pictures posted in this blog were taken by myself, unless noted otherwise.

Book Info.

I hope you will find time to enjoy my books. Preview the book covers below at the right side of page.

Book #1: "The Wickie and the Umpqua Lighthouse." Detail: "The Wickie and the Umpqua Lighthouse" is an 1860's story about the lighthouse keepers and their families at the Umpqua River Lighthouse. It will stir your emotions and warm your heart. Discover the challenges they met but never expected, and their determination to maintain navigational aid to mariners on the Oregon coast. (Wickie is a nickname used by the early lighthouse keepers at the Umpqua River Lighthouse in OR.)

Book #2: "Spirit of The Lighthouse" is a sequel to The Wickie. Detail: Jesse Fayette, assistant keeper at the Umpqua River Lighthouse, finds himself alone to operate and maintain an Oregon lighthouse after the accidental death of his head keeper. After notifying the Lighthouse Board and requesting help, he is surprised but must deal with an acquaintance, Red Saunders, who believes the lighthouse is haunted.

Book #3: "Unexpected Moments" has a different theme than those of Book #1 and #2. Detail: Dan and Megan, as well as their old friends Jim and Anna, experience unexpected moments of hardships and tragedies in Arizona and California. Will they survive these unexpected moments and find any hope for their futures?

All of my books are available on Amazon.

10 November 2016

In Appreciation



Most everyone knows from following my blog, I enjoy lighthouses. For me, the blog is a way to share pictures of lighthouses and short narratives of each one.  My goal is for others to learn, appreciate, and enjoy the historical light towers which provide, or have provided, navigational aid to mariners. Throughout the time of my blog, many of you have responded with comments about your enjoyment or appreciation for posts referring to particular lighthouses. Your comments are very much appreciated and a barometer for me of other lighthouse enthusiasts.

I’ve had individuals tell me they thought of me when they saw a lighthouse while watching TV, or saw one when they were on vacation, etc. Each person said the lighthouse caused them to have a memory of my blog. It’s amazing what people remember us for.

Over time, my friends and family have also remembered me in the gift department. They have gifted me with miniatures of lighthouses, framed wall hanger of a lighthouse, scenting machine resembling a lighthouse, large framed puzzle of a lighthouse, coasters with lighthouse picture, and a candle holder representing a lighthouse. Other gifts were postage stamps and a book about lighthouses. I am humbled at their thoughts of me in this way.

In appreciation for the kindness of everyone, I’d like to share a video featuring most of the aforementioned items.

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