by Sears Homes | Oct 5, 2014 | Uncategorized |
In Fall 2002, I was broke, depressed, lonely and very worried about the future. Months earlier, my beloved mother had died unexpectedly and my marriage of 24 years had ended in divorce. Those were tough times. I had one thing going for me: My newly published book, The...
by Sears Homes | Mar 14, 2014 | Uncategorized |
My blog on the Sears Houses in Richmond has gotten several hundred views in the last few days. I am tickled pink to see it, but I wish I knew what led folks to a 15-month old blog! But in the meantime, I’ve made another *fascinating* discovery, which might lead...
by Sears Homes | Jan 11, 2013 | Uncategorized |
In early January 2013, I traveled to Richmond to pick up my daughter at the airport. I had a little extra time on my hands so I decided to drive around in “just one” neighborhood and my oh my, I found several Sears Homes in just a few blocks! I had only a...
by Sears Homes | Dec 28, 2012 | Uncategorized |
“Houses By Mail” (published 1985) is a wonderful field guide for those seeking more information on the 370 models of Sears kit homes that were offered from 1908 – 1940. The book contains some factual errors, but it’s still one of my favorites...
by Sears Homes | Dec 5, 2012 | Uncategorized |
The Neo-Tudors (also called Tudor Revivals) have always had a special place in my heart. They’re cute, practical and distinctive. The Sears Willard was one of their most popular designs, and because of its many distinctive features, it’s easy to spot....
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