You have recently published a childrenâs Christmas book. Can you tell us about that? Santa s Christmas Surprise was a project I revisited a few months ago while we ve had more time at home due to COVID-19. The story won an honorable mention award from a writing contest at the Decatur Public Library in 2000.
What is the story about and when did you write it?
It is a story about a special Christmas Eve for Santa, and I wrote it over 20 years ago. The name for the boy in the book was inspired by Michael Jordan because the Chicago Bulls were winning all their championships during that time. The girl s name is what I used when I made up stories for my daughter when she was a little girl.
DECATUR â The lights are almost out.
For those still wanting to illuminate their homes with fancy displays and lighting, the hunt for new lights and decorations may be a difficult one.
With two weeks left until Christmas, local department stores, known for stocking elaborate outdoor Christmas decorations, supplies and lighting features, have limited availability.
Decatur resident Myra Walters made a trip to Walmart on Prospect Drive in search of a set of colorful lights to drape around a piece of furniture. Her choices were limited to strands of white lights, a few green strands and large replacement bulbs.
âThereâs no LEDs that are the bright, bright ones,â she said.