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Name: Jack Thompson
Email: JT11@HOTMAIL.COM
Date: Aug 18, 2006 8:59 PST
Location: San Diego, CA  USA
Comments:

I am into heavy decorating as well, but I have some distance to go to match your display!   Awesome.   Hope to see it in person some day.


Name: Sandy Wasson
Email: SandyWasson@earthlink.net
Date: May 17, 2006 5:44 PST
Location: Cypress, CA  USA

Comments:

Wow! Referred by Jeff Freedman's Oxy Class Notes column!

Thanks for stopping by, Sandy!  We have plans to expand the display for Christmas 2006.  All I have to do is figure out where to get more power!  Hope you get to see it in person.


Name: Clare Karnbach Todd Wilde
Email: wldeone@ix..netcom.com
Date: Apr 8, 2006 8:59 PST
Location: Felton, CA  USA
Comments:

This is an amazing site.  Your Mom has been telling me about it for years, but I've never gotten around to visiting it!!  Fabulous!!!
 
Love,
Clare
 

Hi Clare!  What a pleasant surprise to have you visit the site!  It has been too long since we have seen each other.  I hope you have an opportunity to visit us in Southern California over the holidays and see it in person! 

Love, Dick


Name: Cousin Jan Alexander
Email: jantomalexander@sbcglobal.net
Date: Jan 7, 2006 9:32 AM
Location: Lodi, CA  USA
Comments:

It is always fun to see what you are doing each Christmas.  One of these days, we will make it down there to see it for ourselves.  What a wonderful community service.  It surely must bring a special Christmas joy to your neighborhood.

Jan
 

Hi Jan!  Thanks for stopping by the website!  Pam and I hope you will have an opportunity to see the display in person one of these days!  Our street really is decorated for the holidays each year - including another beautiful display just a few doors away.  Have a great 2006! 

Love, Dick


Name: Gutierrez Family
Email: debdavdan@yahoo.com
Date: Dec 21, 2005 7:18 PST
Location: South Pasadena, CA

Comments:

I shared this site with my co-workers. Later today we will be driving past your beautiful winter wonderland.

Thank you for your comments!  We hope you get the opportunity to see it in person.  Be sure to sign Santa's guest book at the corner of the display.  Merry Christmas!!!


 

Name: Joan Santon
Email: jsanton@earthlink.net
Date: Dec 15, 2005 9:18 PST
Location: Burbank, CA

Comments:

Thanks for years of enjoyment!  We always drive down your street many times during the Christmas season. Thanks for explaining how and why your display is changing.  I'm sure your son is thrilled to adopt some of the pieces.  We're looking forward to watching the digital display evolve!  Be sure to add a photo of your daughter Debbie on this site!!!

Joan Santon

Thanks, Joan, for your comments!  This is our first year with the new display.  It is tough to replace 30+ years growth of a past display in just one year - but I believe we are off to a great start.  Next year, our plan is to have the Ferris wheel and Merry-go-round back - in digital animation!  Have a Merry Christmas!
 


Name: Wilber Denny
Email: denn808@bellsouth.com
Date: Dec 15, 2005 4:18 PST
Location: Mobile, AL USA

Comments:

Tremendous display!

Name: Chew Siok Hua
Email: chs338@hotmail.com
Date: Dec 11, 2005 7:18 PST
Location: Perak, Malaysia

Comments:

I am not a Christian, but accidentally found your website.  I love it so much.  I enjoy the Christmas decorations.  Well done.


Name: Dennis Naughton
Email: DNJR1@aol.com
Date: Dec 6, 2005 9:55 p.m. PST
Location: Poughkeepsie, NY

Comments:

I love your displays. A few months back you had a company listed from California that sold products to make items move...If you can send me the links, I would appreciate it very much. I want to make things myself next year. Thanks,  Dennis

Thanks, Dennis.  The company is Minarik Corporation.  They sell the Bodine gear motors.  Find them at www.minarik.com.  They have many locations across the U.S.  Hartford CT may be the closest to you.



Name: Jillian Navejas
Email: jillianmarie77@yahoo.com
Date: Dec 6, 2005 2:11 p.m. PST
Location: Los Angeles, Ca.

Comments:

We come every year to see your home and we make our humble offering to your power bill. Thank you for all of the work you do!

Thank you, Jillian, for visiting our display - and for your donation.  This new display was quite expensive (and time consuming).  It has ended up using MORE power than our last display! So, we really appreciate your generosity!  Merry Christmas!




Name: Ken and Rosemary Thiele
Email: ourthinman@aol.com
Date: Dec 5, 2005 8:34 p.m. PST
Location: Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352

Comments:

Hi, This is really neat. Saves us a 200 mile round trip and overnight stay at the Hilton for $200. This website is super. And that goes for the subject. Your display is super great!! And we will see you guys Friday. I'm hungry already. Ken & Rosemary

Thanks for the feedback!  We are looking forward to seeing you on the 9th!  Merry Christmas from our home to yours.



Name: Brianna Norton
Email: roxyangel878@hotmail.com
Date: Nov 26, 2005 08:24 PST
Location: Quartz Hill Ca USA

Comments:

Hey, your web page keeps getting better and better. I love it! It gives true meaning and a warm feeling to everyone who sees it, not to mention it tells the real meaning  of Christmas! Great job! I hope this new display is better than the last - so far so good. Well, I'll see you later! Love u guys! Bri Norton 11/26/05

Thanks, Bri, for stopping by the website and for your great comments!  We still have more to add to the display, so stay tuned!!



Name: Janice Roberts
Email: jroberts@hotmail.com
Date: Nov 16, 2005 3:31 p.m. PST
Location: Glendale, CA

Comments:
I drove by your house the other night while you were working on your new display. All I can say is - wow! While I will miss the other display, this one looks like it will be beautiful and bright. I'll be anxious to see it when you have completed it. Thank you for the joy you bring to others over the holidays. Merry Christmas.

Name: Lisa Miller
Email: Lisa.M.Miller@alumni.pepperdine.edu
Date: Apr 28, 2005 10:11 p.m. PDT
Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States of America

Comments:
Wonderful! Now I know where I'm spending Christmas 2005! :-)

Ans:  Hi Lisa!  Thanks for stopping by the website!  We look forward to seeing you over the holidays! 



Name: F. Lois Strickland
Email: clostrk@indiannationinternet.net
Date: Mar 19, 2005 9:07 p.m. PST
Location: Savanna, Oklahoma U S A

Comments:
F.Lois Hobbs Strickland clostrk@indiannationinternet.net Savanna, Oklahoma 74565 U S A This is wonderful!


Name: mara higgins
Email: marahiggins@yahoo.com
Date: Mar 1, 2005 05:18 PST
Location: Spanien

Comments:
Hello , just surfed in to say hello. You have a really nice Page! If you are looking for nice sunny holidays in Spain -

 www.javeaholidays.com

Ans:  Hi Mara.  Thank you for stopping by - and for the link.  We will be sure to check it out! 



Name: keijo
Email: keijoleppioja@hotmail.com
Date: Jan 29, 2005 11:14 PST
Location: Sweden

Comments:
Is it wonder what the Lord have made around the earth and he self is very exciting that know and worship. He will make miracle just now everywhere among all the men and on the nature, be blessed and joy. May the Holy Spirit fill you so you can celebrate and be blessed. Pray for new revival.

Loving, Keijo in Sweden

Ans:  Amen!



Name: Sheri
Email: maddrich@adelphia.net
Date: Jan 11, 2005 9:16 p.m. PST
Location: Palmdale,Ca. U.S.A

Comments:
Thank you for all you do. God Bless the Norton family

Ans:  Thank you, Sheri!  We so appreciate the wonderful comments from guests like you who take a moment to share their thoughts after visiting our website. 



Name: Sharon Sharp Prater
Email: ww1861@dragonbbs.com
Date: Dec 29, 2004 10:01 PST
Location: McArthur, Ohio USA

Comments:
What a wonderful sight for all to view. We enjoyed the site so much. Will visit again next season. Impressive!

Name: Brenda Cameron
Email: bbcameron@earthlink.net
Date: Dec 27, 2004 3:40 p.m. PST
Location: Carthage NC USA

Comments:
Just another Denny ancestor dropping by to see the Christmas display.


Name: Leonard F.Aclan
Email: LeonardA@ekii.com
Date: Dec 27, 2004 3:29 p.m. PST
Location: Covina, CA

Comments:
Impressive. I admire your dedication


Name: Fannie
Email: fandavzoekev@aol.com
Date: Dec 27, 2004 1:48 p.m. PST
Location: Burbank, CA USA

Comments:

We just discovered your beautiful home this year! I stumbled across it on my way from picking up my 3 year old daughter from pre-school. From then on we had a new route to get home! Thanks to your family for sharing the wonderful holiday of Christmas with our family. The best to you all in the New Year!!

Ans:  Hi Fannie.  Thanks for taking the time to write us!  We wish you and your family a Happy and Prosperous New Year as well!



Name: Eileen Rodriguez
Email: eileenyvette@adelphia.net
Date: Dec 26, 2004 10:19 p.m. PST
Location: Arleta CA USA

Comments:
This was the first time for me and my family to visit the wonderland. It truly is beautiful and unique. I will be visiting you for the years to come.

Ans: Thanks, Eileen.  You were fortunate to have the opportunity to view this current display as this was its final year.  We will begin construction of our new display in January.  This will be a BIG project, but we are looking forward to next Christmas.



Name: Lydell & John DosSantos
Email: beresford122@yahoo.com
Date: Dec 25, 2004 2:16 p.m. PST
Location: San Mateo, CA

Comments:
Dick, Saw your house on TV. Great job. Lydell

Ans: Hey guys, great to hear from you!  I'm glad you caught us on TV - I assume HGTV.  We wish all of you a Happy New Year.



Name: Charlene Sadler,Doug Sadler,Scott Sadler
Email: Ride4thecross@yahoo.com
Date: Dec 24, 2004 8:07 p.m. PST
Location: Covina,CA

Comments:
Happy Holiday Days to your family from ours.

Ans:  Hi Cousin Charlene!  Thanks for stopping by the website!  We missed seeing you in person this year.  Happy New Year to you and the family!



Name: The Olivas Family
Email: olivasa@msn.com
Date: Dec 23, 2004 9:07 p.m. PST
Location: Glendale, California, United States

Comments:
Beautiful House. Come make some decorations for us! LOL


Name: Richard Denney
Email: rfdenney@insightbb.com
Date: Dec 23, 2004 4:20 p.m. PST
Location: Indiana

Comments:

Dick, have enjoyed your displays the past couple of years, looking forward to your new presentation Christmas 2005. I know it will be great. Richard Denney

Ans:  Thanks Richard!  I've truly enjoyed your great websites!  Our family wishes yours a very Happy New Year, and a Prosperous 2005! 



Name: Gene Sullivan
Email: gene.sullivan@evolutionusa.com
Date: Dec 23, 2004 10:20 PST
Location: Burbank, CA USA

Comments:

This was truly inspirational. I loved being reminded of this joyous time of our Savior's birth through the glorious display of light and animation. God Bless you and your family for sharing such joy with the community. Thank you.

Ans: Thank you, Gene, for taking a moment to sign our guestbook.  While we are going to change our ground-level display, the roof - designed to remind us all of the reason why we celebrate Christmas - will remain unchanged.  Happy Holidays!



Name: Michelle
Email: chiutse@yahoo.com
Date: Dec 22, 2004 10:02 PST
Location: Arcadia, CA, USA

Comments:

Thank you for putting up such incredible display and for sharing with all! I first heard about it last week on a local radio station. My family and I will surely enjoy seeing it this weekend. Merry Christmas to you and your family!

Ans:  Thanks Michelle.  I hope you can see it by Saturday night.  Sunday is looking "iffy" because of the change in the weather forecast.  We don't want to put it away "wet," so some of the items will be brought in for protection.



Name: Wilbur Denny
Email: denn808@bellsouth.net
Date: Dec 22, 2004 10:01 PST
Location: Mobile Al. USA

Comments:
Terrific site! Can't imagine how much work you have put into this. May GOD bless you and yours.

Ans:  Thanks for your comments, Wilbur!  Merry Christmas.



Name: Sheri Richardson Gary Madderra
Email: maddrich@adelphia.net
Date: Dec 19, 2004 10:20 p.m. PST
Location: Palmdale, Ca.

Comments:

What a beautiful site!!! Cant wait to see it in person. Mr & Mrs Norton, we are friends with your son David.  He directed us to this site. Gary and I attend Quartz Hill Foursquare Church with David, Lisa & the girls. We also help David with Christian Skate Night every Monday. God Bless you for everything you do to help "brighten up" others Christmas's each year. In His Precious Name, Merry Christmas 2004. Sheri Richardson

Ans:  Dear Sheri and Gary!  Thanks so much for signing the guest book.  I called David to mention that you both stopped by the web site.  I hope you both can make it here by Saturday night as it may possibly be the last night of operation for this season. The display has been running since December 3 - one of the longest runs in the display's history (thanks to a string of great weather days).  But, it appears the good weather is ending soon.  Merry Christmas to you both! 



Name: Elizabeth, Kathryn, and Hannah Wessling
Email: ogdenden@aol.com
Date: Dec 18, 2004 09:04 PST
Location: Denver Colorado

Comments:

I visited in person on the 16th and shared your website with my daughters. They were very impressed. Now, we will look forward to watching the progress over the years online. Thanks this is awesome.

Ans:  Thank you so much for the great comments!  As you may have read, we are making some major changes to the display for 2005 - moving from analog/mechanical attractions to digital.  As we finish the attractions for the new display, we'll be posting pictures (and maybe some movies of the animation) on this website during 2005.  So, please bookmark it and check back occasionally for updates.  Merry Christmas.



Name: Blanche Mickelson
Email: Blanchemp@aol.com
Date: Dec 17, 2004 08:16 PST
Location: Palm Springs, Ca USA

Comments:
Absolutely breath taking!


Name: Franklin J Ruedel, EA
Email: taxprofrank@charter.net
Date: Dec 16, 2004 8:56 p.m. PST
Location: San Gabriel, CA USA

Comments:
Great


Name: The Lambs
Email: w6trl@charter.net
Date: Dec 15, 2004 7:23 p.m. PST
Location: Burbank, CA

Comments:

We love visiting your house. Every year, it's fun to see what is new in the display. We thank you so much for doing this for the community. Have a wonderful Christmas.



Name: Marie-Therese H. Gilbert
Email: mike_e1972@yahoo.com
Date: Dec 15, 2004 4:43 p.m. PST
Location: Hinesville, Ga USA

Comments:
The Xmas display is really awesome. Merry Xmas from the Gilbert Family.

Ans:  Thanks - and Merry Christmas to all of you in beautiful Georgia.  



Name: Judy Hawkins
Email: hawk_judy@yahoo.com
Date: Dec 15, 2004 1:49 p.m. PST
Location: Burbank, CA

Comments:

Thank you for the nice display of lights your family does every year for everybody. My family comes every year to see the lights. Merry Christmas to you and your family and my God bless you all. Judy Hawkins.

Ans:  We are so pleased that you shared how much the display means to you!  This kind of feedback is what gives us the drive to continue the labor and expense of doing this every year.  Merry Christmas to you and the family, Judy!



Name: Mike
Email: mikeca19@hotmail.com
Date: Dec 11, 2004 7:59 p.m. PST
Location: Burbank

Comments:

Why would you sell off your display? This has been a part of Burbank for 30 years!! It is so sad to see it broken up like that :( It just won't be the same around here at Christmas time. Now other people will own it and the magic will be broken up. Please don't sell off your display!!! I want to be able to bring my kids over to see it when I have some. Don't end something that is so good please!!!! Think about it!!!!!

Ans:  Thanks for the feedback, Mike. We really appreciate how much it has meant to you.

Selling this display was not an easy decision for us.  We have really enjoyed having this display be a part of Burbank's history. But, we no longer have the help we used to have for the massive effort required to assemble - and then disassemble and store - this display.  So, we have sold most of the items already (it's a done deal....), and are already planning the next display.  I'll try to have progress pictures on this website as the attractions are built between January and November, 2005.  It should be unique in concept and feature lots of electronic animation!  



Name: Chris Miller
Email: Chris.Miller@bodine-electric.com
Date: Dec 9, 2004 10:37 PST
Location: Irvine, CA USA

Comments:
Beautiful display - sorry to hear it's ending!

Ans: Thanks, Chris.  We're having a lot of visitors to our home express their sadness that the display is ending with this year.  But as I remind them - we will still have a display - just a different type!  We're already planning it and will begin its construction early next year! 



Name: boz
Email: boz@mikeboz.com
Date: Dec 7, 2004 5:27 p.m. PST
Location: LA CA US

Comments:
Looking particularly fine this year, Dick. You would think the weather would cooperate a little more than it has so far. Looking forward to clear night to see it in person. Warm regards, boz

Ans:  Thanks, Boz.  Please ring the doorbell when you come over if we are not out front.  The best to you and the family for this holiday season!



Name: Diana Isaacs-Conner
Email: tunechic75@yahoo.com
Date: Dec 3, 2004 4:11 p.m. PST
Location: Chandler, Oklahoma

Comments:
Happy Holidays. Enjoyed your site.

Ans:  Thank you, Diana!  Even though the display will change, the site will still be here!  Of course, we will be adding information and pictures of the new display.  Happy Holidays to you and your mom!



Name: melissa hernandez
Email: little_one_hernandez@hotmail.com
Date: Dec 3, 2004 1:10 p.m. PST
Location: stephenville tx 76401

Comments:
I love your site.


Name: Phil Hodgkins
Email: phil_hodgkins@pacbell.net
Date: Nov 30, 2004 12:35 p.m. PST
Location: Encino, CA

Comments:
Looks good. Where is your Bodine plug?

Ans: Hi Phil.  Thanks for stopping by the web site!  Bodine is a great company - and their gear motors are still running the Ferris Wheel, Hammer and Flying Swings.  I recently restored the links to Bodine and Minarik Corporations on the home page.

Merry Christmas to you, Roni and the kids!



Name: The Anderson Family
Email: bobesue@adelphia.net
Date: Nov 29, 2004 2:47 p.m. PST
Location: Ventura, CA USA

Comments:
You are very special people--to work so hard--to make Christmas that much MORE special for everyone else. Happy Holidays!! Bob, Suzie, Michael, and Jacob Anderson P.S. We make the drive every year to see your magic.

Ans:  Thanks so much for the feedback, Bob!  Your comments of appreciation give us the drive to do this year after year.  Merry Christmas!



Name: Bryon & Renee Devine
Email: bwdkhl80@msn.com
Date: Nov 27, 2004 12:18 p.m. PST
Location: Montclair CA. USA

Comments:
Saw you on HGTV.  Looking forward to our visit.

Ans:  Thanks!  We just heard yesterday (11/26) that HGTV was broadcasting re-runs of their last year's special program that featured our display!  We hope other folks will have an opportunity to see it. 



Name: JIM PATE
Email: JPRACER4U@AOL.COM
Date: Nov 26, 2004 5:30 p.m. PST
Location: L.A. CA. U.S.A.

Comments:
LOOKING FORWARD TO THE DISPLAY IN 2004. MY FAMILY AND I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT. THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS.


Name: Martin
Email: msorsez20@hotmail.com
Website:
Date: Nov 25, 2004 01:06 PST
Location: United States

Comments:
Hello. Where were you born?

Ans: In California - many years ago!



Name: Fred Hawthorne
Email: fhawthorne@sympatico.ca
Date: Nov 18, 2004 01:55 PST
Location: Keswick Ontario Canada

Comments:
I am just starting. You have done a fine job!


Name: Casitos
Email: roulette@tut.by
Date: Nov 17, 2004 11:27 PST
Location: united states

Comments:
Nice blog. Thanx


Name: Frederique
Email: fredjaquet@yahoo.com
Website:
Date: Nov 4, 2004 6:01 p.m. PST
Location: United States

Comments:
Nice design. Regards.


Name: Nancy Quire
Email: lovehernq@yahoo.com
Date: Oct 28, 2004 3:55 p.m. PDT
Location: Huntsville, Alabama

Comments:
Wow !


Name: Simslots
Email: simealo230@hotmail.com
Website:
Date: Oct 24, 2004 10:36 PDT
Location: United States

Comments:
Pretty site!


Name: Margi
Email: margi@ipmouse.com
Website:
Date: Oct 24, 2004 01:09 PDT
Location: United States

Comments:
Lots of work!!  Great job!


Name: Sasha
Email: shahs_veselovv@yahool.com
Website:
Date: Oct 23, 2004 06:18 PDT
Location: United States

Comments:
Outstanding site!!  Merry Christmas!


Name: Jason
Email: prettyburatino@yahoo.com
Website:
Date: Oct 20, 2004 12:30 p.m. PDT
Location: united states

Comments:
Great site!!!!!


Name: Jack & Sue Monarch
Email: ztjjackm@cs.com
Date: Oct 16, 2004 10:08 PDT
Location: Santa Ana, California USA

Comments:
We love you

Ans:  We love you guys right back! Have a great Holiday Season and we hope you can make it over to our neck of the woods this Christmas Season to see the display in person!



Name: Michelle Nichols
Email: NURSEMICHELLEN@YAHOO.COM
Date: Oct 16, 2004 09:01 PDT
Location: Virginia

Comments:
GREAT!!!


Name: Ivan
Email: samoyloffivan@yahoo.com
Website:
Date: Sep 29, 2004 09:38 PDT
Location: USA

Comments:
Nice resource. Thanks :)


Name: Ben
Email: prettyburatina@yahoo.com
Website:
Date: Sep 21, 2004 1:03 p.m. PDT
Location: United States

Comments:
Spectacular web site!


Name: Renee Stout
Email: mme_ching@msn.com
Date: Sep 13, 2004 05:12 PDT
Location: Washington, DC

Comments:
Wish I could view it through a child's eyes.


Name: barbara ann
Email: sunflowerzelda45@yahoo.com
Date: Sep 9, 2004 10:03 p.m. PDT
Location: Peel, Arkansas U.S.A

Comments:
Oh, you people have just gone off the deep end. Lots of Laughs. Very pretty web page and Merry Christmas......

Ans:  Ha ha.  Yes, we have been accused of going a bit far with our decorations!  But remember that our display is an accumulation of many, many years of work.  Thanks for the feedback - and Merry Christmas to you as well! 



Name: Thomas Steiner
Email: firemenow45@kconline.com
Website: http://www.freewebs.com/christmaschristmaschristmasco
Date: Sep 8, 2004 12:42 p.m. PDT
Location: Huntington, Indiana USA

Comments:
This is such a great looking Christmas Display website. Photos are beautiful. Great job.


 Name: Henri
Email: hiz6@brightok.net
Website: http://whohasthetime???
Date: Jul 10, 2004 1:30 p.m. PDT
Location: Heartland of America Oklahoma

Comments:
When I get complicated and detailed emails with little moving figures and flashing words I always wonder who puts these things together! After viewing your site--Dick!! Its you!!! You do all that stuff!! Very Talented!! And, if Florence Street wasn't so many miles away, I would be there this Christmas to see your display! The photos are magnificent!! I always knew you were talented, but where do you get the time....? Great site, thanks for sharing!! Henri

Ans:  You should not let a little thing like 1,200 miles keep you from trekking to California to see the display!  Hey, just think - you can thaw out in our mild winter weather (very much unlike Oklahoma at that time of year)!!  Have a great Holiday Season, Henri!



Name: Vanessa
Email: rimcheerqueen@aol.com
Date: Jun 28, 2004 10:18 p.m. PDT
Comments:
I love your website it is so cool!!! I also love Christmas a lot too!!! Well, bye bye for now!!!


Name: MUGU LARRY MGBADA
Email: MUGU@AOL.COM
Date: Apr 4, 2004 2:02 p.m. PDT
Location: LOS ANGELES

Comments:
Beautiful site.


Name: Gunther Shia
Email: gunther@gunther.net
Date: Feb 4, 2004 1:14 p.m. PST
Comments:
Thanks for giving me the URL...It's a great site! Enjoyed reading the technical info. I'm going to have to see it live this year!!


Name: Kelley Dickson
Email: dldix@worldnet.att.net
Date: Jan 4, 2004 10:37 PST
Location: Burbank, Ca USA

Comments:

Pam - you have an incredibly talented family! I have enjoyed viewing your web site and next year I will definitely drive by in person to see all of yout work. Thanks for sharing this with me. Kelley Dickson



Name: Arland Denney
Email: abdenney@eal.quik.com
Date: Dec 30, 2003 7:41 p.m. PST
Location: Ashland, Ala.

Comments:
Your web site is beautiful, Richard Denney said you had helped with the Denney Search. Sure thanks for your help. A Friend.  Arland Denney


Name: Patrick Brown
Email: pbrown06@charter.net
Date: Dec 29, 2003 06:53 PST
Location: Burbank, CA. USA

Comments:
We did not get to see your home, but heard of this site from our friend, Carol Manhart on Sunday the 28th. Truly beautiful!! Sincerely, Pat


Name: Jennifer Prewitt
Email: jenprewitt@netscape.net
Date: Dec 28, 2003 9:51 p.m. PST
Location: Lancaster, CA, USA

Comments:
Heard about your lights from David and Lisa Norton. Wow!

Ans:  Hi Jen!  Glad you had the opportunity to visit the site.



Name: Bertha Cook
Email: bcook204@mchsi.com
Date: Dec 27, 2003 07:36 PST
Location: Springfield, Mo

Comments:
Richard Denny sent me your website. It is just beautiful! So much to see! Thanks for sharing. Bertha Cook


Name: David & Paula Jetton
Email: dpjetton@charter.net
Date: Dec 26, 2003 9:16 p.m. PST
Location: Burbank, CA, USA

Comments:
Wonderful to live on the same street, although we don't try and keep up with the Norton's.

Ans: Thanks, guys!  You do a great job of decorating each year and add much to the beauty of our block.  Happy Holidays!



Name: John Childs
Email: tigerbomb66@hotmail.com
Date: Dec 25, 2003 06:39 PST
Location: Pasadena California

Comments:
Great job keep op the good work the house looks really good


Name: Cindy and Hayley Franco
Email: Cynthia_Franco@balboainsurance.com
Date: Dec 24, 2003 12:49 p.m. PST
Location: Burbank, Ca 91506

Comments:
My family and I enjoy your beautiful house every year. This year my daughter, Hayley, was on T.V on the Home and Garden channel standing in front of your house during the taping of Extreme Christmas. She was so happy. Merry Christmas to all.

Name: joan hutchinson (Sharron's aunt)
Email: gt@hutchies.fslife.co.uk
Date: Dec 24, 2003 10:32 PST
Location: England

Comments:
Wonderful exhibition! I thought we were catching up at Christmas, but not after seeing this. Best wishes for Christmas and the New Year. Joan xxx

Name: Terry Routh (Coffeemartian)
Email: routht@bel.lsouth.net
Date: Dec 23, 2003 04:55 PST
Location: Panama City, FL USA

Comments:

Fantastic Christmas website. Should be up all year for when anyone needs a quick pick me up! Makes me HAPPY! Coffeemartian


Name: Dean and Judy Ackerman
Email: pineviewmom@buckeyeinternet,.com
Date: Dec 22, 2003 6:02 p.m. PST
Location: Junction City, Ohio USA

Comments:

We heard of your site from Richard Denney (our great grandmother was Parthenia Denney). We caught your display on HGTV and loved the display. Congratulations on a beautiful gift to your community and for sharing it with all of us across the country. Dean and Judy Ackerman



Name: Melba Crain
Email: emjay@cableone.net
Date: Dec 22, 2003 6:00 p.m. PST
Location: Bartlesville OK USA

Comments:
I enjoyed going 'round your site.. was referred here by Mr. Denney (a distant relative). He said we could see it on HGTV the 21st, 22nd, & 25th. We cannot locate any program on the 22nd. Would you have any idea of the TIME?


Name: Shirley Salisbury
Email: salisbury@aceinter.net
Date: Dec 22, 2003 08:52 PST
Location: Gallipolis, OH

Comments:

Received your information from Richard Denney. My Grandfather Virgil Wamsley's grandmother was Nancy Denney. She was married to Andrew Gould and their daughter Nancy Gould married Benjamin Franklin Wamsley my Great-grandparents.



Name: Tina (Lear) Baker
Email: cmbaker10@charter.net
Date: Dec 21, 2003 6:49 p.m. PST
Location: Simpsonville, SC, USA

Comments:
You have a very pretty display....after getting the email from my Distant cousin (I think) I thought I would drop by and leave a note from me and my family..... Merry Christmas and Happy New Year


Name: Frances Fulk Atkins
Email: fatkins@surry.net
Date: Dec 21, 2003 11:35 PST
Location: Ararat , NC US

Comments:

I, too, am one of the Denny clan. I do genealogy a lot. Enjoyed your site. Have a Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year. Frances



Name: Carolyn Wooton Stratton
Email: neenaw@tcworks.net
Date: Dec 21, 2003 08:51 PST
Location: Conway, Arkansas, USA

Comments:
Received your site from Richard Denney - one of my fellow genealogists. Some of the pictures were not displayed - only the little red X in the corner ???? Enjoyed everything else. Would love to see your display in person. With admiration - Carolyn


Name: Great Aunt & Uncle ---Chuck & Mary Hitchcock
Email: Chitchcraft@aol.com
Date: Dec 20, 2003 4:09 p.m. PST
Location: Mission Viejo,CA

Comments:
Great Show


Name: Patti Kelly
Email: nikikobe@hotmail.com
Date: Dec 20, 2003 1:07 p.m. PST
Location: Palmetto, GA

Comments:

I didn't have a chance to look at all the other comments, I guess I need to go through this site to read them. Hopefully I will recognize some of the names. Thanks again and for being so wonderful to my son! Eric, Mischel and family.



Name: Marilyn P. Hoon
Email: fredmaggie@earthlink.net
Date: Dec 20, 2003 10:36 PST
Location: Southport, NC USA

Comments:
What a neat web site. An email from Richard Denney told me about it and since my mother was a Denney I wanted to visit. Thank you.


Name: Cousin Jan Alexander
Email: janalex@softcom.net
Date: Dec 20, 2003 08:16 PST
Location: Lodi, CA USA

Comments:
I only wish we could get together during the holidays so I can see this in person! Thanks for the treat each year! Jan

Ans:  Hi Cousin!  Yes, it would be great if you and the family could visit us over the holidays.  Have a great Christmas and Prosperous New Year!



Name: Dianne Denney
Email: gideon@voyager.net
Date: Dec 20, 2003 04:49 PST
Location: Colon, Mi

Comments:
great!


Name: Donna Leatherman
Email: dabears@kconline.com
Date: Dec 19, 2003 6:48 p.m. PST
Location: IN, USA

Comments:
Great job, thank you for sharing. By the way Richard Denny sent me. I am also a distant Denny married in relative. Have a great Holliday!


Name: Denney's
Email: tlpbcnu@aol.com
Date: Dec 19, 2003 5:23 p.m. PST
Location: Findlay OH

Comments:
Unbelievable, very beautiful! Happy Holidays!!!


Name: Patti Kelly
Email: nikikobe@hotmail.com
Date: Dec 19, 2003 4:41 p.m. PST
Location: Palmetto, Georgia
 

Comments:

Thank you for letting us enjoy your Christmas spirit. Your house is just beautiful. I was able to see it last year in person and loved it. My son Eric Mischel and family drove me by your house. He has since moved to Georgia near me and I am loving every minute of it. He does miss Burbank very much and misses seeing all the lights that Burbank tends to display. Thank you for people like you that go to the extent to please all of us and we thoroughly do. I use to live right down the street from you years ago. 1115 N. Catalina St. Patti Kelly

Ans:  Hi Patti!  Thank you so much for the kind words and feedback!  We hope you have an opportunity to visit our fair city during a future Christmas Holiday season and see the display!  Our family wishes you and your family a Very Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year!



Name: Joan
Email: joang@voyager.net
Date: Dec 19, 2003 1:12 p.m. PST
Location: Alexandria, Ohio

Comments:
Enjoyed your website and wonderful music. I am a genealogy relation of Richard Denney.


Name: Steve Parsons
Email: stephenparsons@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.geocities.com/Athens/7175/stnich-page.html
Date: Dec 19, 2003 1:08 p.m. PST
Location: Los Gatos, CA USA

Comments:

Another Denney descendant here (my maternal grandfather's mother was a Denney). Yes, Richard is a sparkplug. Enjoyed reading about your display. Sometimes things take on a life of their own. And that's not always bad, as you've shown. Merry Christmas. Steve Parsons P.S. My website is about the "real" Saint Nicholas, Bishop of Myra, for those interested.



Name: janis
Email: janis2003@hotmail.com
Date: Dec 19, 2003 11:40 PST
Location: Trinity NC

Comments:
Nice web site


Name: Carol amhart
Email: carolmanhart@aol.com
Date: Dec 19, 2003 10:41 PST
Location: Van Nuys, California

Comments:
I am thoroughly impressed. I have sent the addy of your site to all of my family. All they could say was WOW. One question, what year did this become a tradition. Or more to the point, when did you begin decorating your home.


Name: Bruce & Kathy Nogle
Email: knogle@prodigy.net
Date: Dec 19, 2003 10:00 PST
Location: Kewadin, Michigan, USA

Comments:
Bruce is a Denny descendent. I've filled Richard in our line of the family. Your Christmas display is great. Wish I could see it in person!


Name: Debbie Needham
Email: dcn1019@yahoo.com
Date: Dec 19, 2003 05:29 PST
Location: Wallburg, NC

Comments:
Gorgeous Website!!! Love your pix!! My aunt, Betty Key, referred your site to me. Have a blessed Christmas and Happy New Year!!!


Name: Jean Bossieux
Email: JBossieux@cs.com
Date: Dec 19, 2003 02:34 PST
Location: Englewood, Fl

Comments:
I came across your site and it is just beautiful. Hope everyone gets a chance to see it. Jean Bossieux


Name: De Hale
Email: d.e.hale@comcast.net
Date: Dec 18, 2003 10:19 p.m. PST
Location: Muncie, Indiana

Comments:

Love your display and for sharing it with so many.  I am a descendant of the Denney family.  My father is a Warnock. Will be watching hgtv show - love that channel. Merry Christmas to your family. De and Bill Hale



Name: Cherie Smith
Email: casrnaz@earthlink.net
Date: Dec 18, 2003 9:15 p.m. PST
Location: Mesa, AZ, USA

Comments:
Simply fantastic!


Name: F. Lois Hobbs Strickland
Email: clostrk@indiannationinternet.net
Website: http:// 0
Date: Dec 18, 2003 8:35 p.m. PST
Location: Savanna, Oklahoma 74565

Comments:

Beautiful! Thanks for making this available. I am a descendant of William Denney: William Billy Denney killed in Civil War in Carroll Co., Arkansas; Malachi Denney married to Rebecca Fults; their daughter, Martha is my grandmother. She was married to Isaiah Jay from Iowa. Their daughter, Pearl, is my mother. She married Joe Berry Hobbs and here I am, Frances Lois Hobbs Strickland.



Name: David B.
Email: davidb520@hotmail.com
Date: Dec 18, 2003 6:36 p.m. PST
Location: Burbank, CA

Comments:
Pam, I love your website. (If you want to know who this is, it's David from room 21. Remember? You always give me blue slips for helping Mike??)


Name: Ivalou (Leighty) Womack
Email: Avonlady@netins.net
Date: Dec 18, 2003 6:29 p.m. PST
Location: Southwest City, MO USA

Comments:

Your home is beautiful! Lots of labor with love. We watch Home and Garden all the time. We hope to catch your home on the show this year. Love to all and remember the "Christ" in Christmas!! Duwayne and Ivalou Womack



Name: jim Bailey
Email: jdb@icomnet.com
Date: Dec 18, 2003 5:58 p.m. PST
Location: Kinston, NC USA

Comments:
I am another on Richard Denney's list. It looks like you really get into the spirit of the season! How do you find your way into your house? Jim Bailey


Name: BOB AND NAOMI MCKIM
Email: bobnaomi@juno.com
Date: Dec 18, 2003 5:57 p.m. PST
Location: SARASOTA , FL.

Comments:
REAL NICE


Name: Heather, Leslie andPatrick
Email: macclan1@earthlink.net
Date: Dec 18, 2003 5:36 p.m. PST
Location: Burbank California

Comments:

Hi Pam and Dick. Leslie really enjoyed stopping by your house the other night and Leslie would like to see you Pam at your house if you got the time. I am filling in for you at work, Pam, so whatever you need to do, let me know I can fill in for you. Your friend always Heather, Leslie



Name: Bill Denney
Email: billdenney@prodigy.net
Date: Dec 18, 2003 5:13 p.m. PST
Location: Vancouver, WA

Comments:
Hi Dick, Great job (as usual). Thanks for all of your help on Denney and allied line research. Bill Denney


Name: Patricia Hampton
Email: babybibs2@peoplepc.com
Website: http://home.thirdage.com/Family/babybibs2/index.html
Date: Dec 18, 2003 5:10 p.m. PST
Location: South Shore, Ky...USA

Comments:

I have never seen such a beautiful setting and display. You should be very proud of it. I'm sending it on to all my email friends to enjoy. God Bless You.



Name: Keith Cline
Email: kcline64@woh.rr.com
Date: Dec 18, 2003 4:06 p.m. PST
Location: Springfield, Ohio, USA

Comments:
Beautiful website. It is great. I was referred by the Richard Denny clan.


Name: Stephanie B. Ashby
Email: ashby92@netzero.net
Date: Dec 18, 2003 3:40 p.m. PST
Location: Advance, NC USA

Comments:
What a beautiful display. Richard Denney referred me here. I am in some way connected to the Denney family. Thanks for your help with the genealogy


Name: Geneva Wallace
Email: Pugsville@msn.com
Date: Dec 18, 2003 3:21 p.m. PST
Location: Caldwell Texas USA

Comments:
This is a major WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Richard said it was terrifficcccccc. I'm related to the Denney's by marriage.


Name: CHeryl Enyart
Email: trayne1837inc@yahoo.com
Date: Dec 18, 2003 3:02 p.m. PST
Location: Gallipolis, Ohio

Comments:
Hi, I'm a Denney descendantx2. Lovely decorations but the Reason for the Season kind of looks like it got covered up with all the merry making. Big and Bright should be the star of Bethlehem That shown over the stable that wonderous night. God's gift to all the world Came in a simple form Quiet Stable, Lowly Birth Behold the Miracle Jesus was born


Name: Keith M. Wallace
Email: kmww@blomand.net
Date: Dec 18, 2003 2:40 p.m. PST
Location: Sparta, Tennessee 389583

Comments:
I enjoyed seeing your home etc. I am a Denny descendant via my Great Grandfather Charles Thomas Haston whose Mother was Jane Denny Haston daughter of William Denny and Patsy Burnett Denny. William was the son of James Denny and Esther Small Denny. James was the son of Samuel Denny and a Miss Southard. I am sure all have enjoyed you decorating efforts. I was impressed. Keith Wallace


Name: JIM AND BETTY KEY
Email: bjkey35@triad.rr.com
Website: http://thekeys2.tripod.com
Date: Dec 18, 2003 2:27 p.m. PST
Location: Archdale, North Carolina, USA

Comments:
WE ENJOYED THE PICTURES OF THE LIGHTS....VERY ELABORATE WORK YOU HAVE THERE ...MUST BE A JOY FOR EVERY ONE TO SEE. WE ARE DISTANT COUSINS OF THE RICHARD DENNEY FAMILY...HE SENT US YOUR SITE. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU AND GOD BLESS YOU. JIM AND BETTY


Name: Paula
Email: drobbins@dospalos.org
Date: Dec 18, 2003 2:22 p.m. PST
Location: Dos Palos, CA.

Comments:
This web site made it seem more like Christmas this year. Your site was given to me by Richard Denny, (I am a Denny decsendant), anyway, I enjoyed your site. Thank You, Paula


Name: Evelyn (Hidy) Wilson
Email: ZoosGirl@webtv.net
Date: Dec 18, 2003 2:10 p.m. PST
Location: Panama City Beach--Florida

Comments:
Beautiful. My mother was Hazel May Denney Hidy.


Name: Joy W. Quesenberry
Email: joy.quesenberry@saraleedirect.com
Date: Dec 18, 2003 1:54 p.m. PST
Location: Pinnacle, NC 27043

Comments:
I am a Denny descendent from Surry County, NC and I enjoyed your Winter Wonderland. Merry Christmas, Joy Quesenberry


Name: Bettye Richhart
Email: bettye@richhart.net
Website: http://www.bettye@richhart.net
Date: Dec 18, 2003 1:38 p.m. PST
Location: N. Richland Hills, Texas, USA

Comments:

Beautiful. Come to Texas and help us make our home as beautiful as yours. Thanks for sharing your Christmas beauty with us as we all give thanks to the Lord Jesus Christ for making this holiday season so wonderful. May the Lord God fill your hearts with Christian joy as we celebrate His birth.



Name: Pam Voss
Email: pamvoss@sbcglobal.net
Date: Dec 18, 2003 1:28 p.m. PST
Location: Indianapolis IN USA

Comments:
Richard F. Denney forwarded your website to me. I am a real, real far Denney cousin.


Name: Jack A. Hensley (maternally Denney)
Email: j_allen@comcast.net
Date: Dec 18, 2003 1:15 p.m. PST
Location: Dublin, CA

Comments:
Very impressed with your site and affiliates. May God Bless all your endeavors. Jack Hensley


Name: Amy Wood
Email: alwteach@aol.com
Date: Dec 18, 2003 1:15 p.m. PST
Location: Fremont, Nebraska, USA

Comments:
I was directed to your site by Richard Denney and am one of many Denney kin who will probably be stopping in. What an amazing display!


Name: Luella J. Gale
Email: FINERDWINE@aol.com
Date: Dec 18, 2003 1:08 p.m. PST
Location: Prescott,AZ USA

Comments:
My mother was Elizabeth Jane Denney Gale I am a Denney descendant Richard sent me the link it is great


Name: Alexandra Karnbach Sanders
Email: Alexi637@sbcglobal.net
Date: Dec 17, 2003 6:29 p.m. PST
Location: Santa Cruz, CA USA

Comments:
Hello, This is all quite wonderful. I am Dick's Aunt Lex, whom he has never met. Please pass along to him how much I am enjoying his site. Some day I will see it in person! I keep in touch with his mom and she gave me his site. Merry Christmas to all the Norton Family, Love, Alexi Sanders


Name: Cobi Revious
Email: crevious@yahoo.com
Date: Dec 17, 2003 1:35 p.m. PST
Location: Hanford, CA USA

Comments:
A very cool website.


Name: Richard Denney
Email: rfdenney@celina.com
Date: Dec 17, 2003 05:55 PST
Location: West Lafayette, IN

Comments:
Dick What a great site, I am certainly glad I made your acquaintance and thanks for your help with our family history. Will be watching for you on the HGTV Show next week Richard Denney


Name: Dick
Email: dick@funnyfreepics.com
Website: http://www.funnyfreepics.com
Date: Dec 16, 2003 8:06 p.m. PST
Location: Los Angeles

Comments:
Nice page


Name: Don Patterson
Email: don@theology.edu
Website: http://www.theology.edu
Date: Dec 16, 2003 3:02 p.m. PST
Location: Quartz Hill, CA

Comments:
Merry Christmas to you all. House is spectacular!


Name: David Norton
Email: thecureministry.inc@verizon.net
Website: http://thecureministry.com
Date: Dec 12, 2003 1:31 p.m. PST
Location: California

Comments:
Hello everyone.  As the oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Claus (Norton), I would just like to let you know that this display is an outward display of what lies deep within their hearts for people.

From the first day I can remember setting up Christmas lights in our old home on Pass Ave. to the present home, there is nothing but exciting memories surrounding each and every Christmas. Whether there was a tragic loss of a loved one, a severe illness, or a new family member joining into the family, the Christmas Display was always up and going. I remember being so little that all I could do was stand next to my dad holding light bulbs, bolts or nuts. I was so excited to be apart of a family filled with the joy of Christmas.

And this year, 2003, is, I must say, the best year yet. At 35 years old, being able to stand outside in the evening cool air across the street with my dad, together, looking back at all those years of our families hard work, seeing the smiles on the faces of strangers is worth more then gold.

Dad, thank you for never allowing our dream as a family, building the most beautiful Christmas Display ever, to stop. You've done, we've done, the family has left a mark - a legend of Joy and Happiness in the City of Burbank.

Without Mom always bringing the "boys" cokes and hot cocoa in between her painting, hanging lights and so much more, the story of the Winter Wonderland just wouldn't be the same.

Norton's Winter Wonderland is a place to find a smiling face - a place to see the reindeer race over snow- covered ground with candy lollypops popping up from the ground - a scene with a real working train - a site sure to impress upon your brain with Flying Swings and a Ferris Wheel Too! And the new Hammer and Nemo swimming in the old big blue!

But, most all in all that you'll see, is the love, joy and hard work stemming from one simple loving Norton family! Merry Christmas! Thank You, Mom & Dad!

Love, David

"Keep up the good work"



Name: Suzie Barrett
Email: sabarrett@msn.com
Date: Dec 10, 2003 11:47 PST
Location: Sunland, CA

Comments:

I was by your home last night with my daughter (age 5). She was so impressed with all of the lights and moving things. She kept trying to get into the yard to ride on the merry go round. Thank you so much for doing this for all of us at Christmas. I hope you can continue your displays for years to come. God Bless you and your family.



Name: Mary Griffith
Email: maryg1234@hotmail.com
Date: Dec 7, 2003 09:42 PST
Location: Wisconsin

Comments:

I came across your site while looking for Christmas Displays online. It is just wonderful. Here if we tried to do something like that, it would be covered in snow. I hope that some day we can see it in person. Have a great Christmas. Mary

Ans: We hope you can see it in person, Mary.  The pictures do not do it justice.  Have a great Christmas as well!



Name: Tom Sanders
Email: tsanders@excitemail.com
Date: Dec 5, 2003 06:34 PST
Location: Oregon

Comments:
Very impressive display. Makes me want to get more creative at Christmas. Happy Holidays.


Name: David and Lisa Norton
Email: thecureminstry.inc@verizon.net
Website: http://thecureministry.inc@verizon.net
Date: Nov 23, 2003 9:34 p.m. PST
Comments:
I would like to wish each of you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. It has been the most incredible life for me to be apart of this family who has put Jesus Christ first in their life. By doing this, we have had the Joy of Him in our heart which you see clearly in our joyous Christmas Display.

We hope that each of you receives the joy of Christ in your life this Christmas Season as we have for over 35 years. Tell someone you love them this Christmas, and bring them by the display to fill their heart with joy and laughter, and to just say hello. We would love to meet you!

God Bless each of you! Remember this, that your life is important to God and to the Norton Family! This is why we go to so much trouble each and every year, because we love Jesus and we love all of YOU! MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Love, David and Lisa Norton



Name: Mrs. Grinch
Email: Mrsgrinch@hotmail.com
Date: Nov 23, 2003 9:20 p.m. PST
Comments:

Tom, I am so glad to see you have come to your senses. You were beginning to scare me there with your negative attitude this season. God Bless you, Honey, for seeing the beauty in this beautiful display of the true meaning of Christmas. I love you for loving me.

P.S. Will you take me out to dinner and a tour of this spectacular Christmas display? Norton Family - you have done a spectacular job once again!

Ans:  OK - who REALLY is this? 



Name: Sam and Traci Brooks
Email: brooksfamily4515@msn.com
Date: Nov 23, 2003 08:26 PST
Location: Anaheim, CA

Comments:

We have parents in Glendale and for years we have taken them by your display every holiday season. It has become a family tradition for us. We are looking forward to seeing the display this year. Thank you for bringing joy to so many. Merry Christmas. The Brooks Family.

Ans: Thank you for sharing this with us.  Our family wishes yours a Very Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year in 2004.



Name: THE GRINCH
Email: THEGRINCH@HOTMAIL.COM
Date: Nov 16, 2003 12:01 p.m. PST
Location: North Pole

Comments:
I am not one to like Christmas, but I must say, your display may change my mind!  I am overwhelmed with the amount of hard work and love that you put into this effort each year.  I must say that I admire your family - and as you know, I normally only admire myself!!!!!  Keep up the great work!

 XOXO THE GRINCH

Thanks for your comments, Grinch! We'll do our best to keep putting on the display annually as long as our health allows us to, and until the electric rates (which are rising here in Burbank in 2004) force us to stop it or cut it back significantly.



Name: Jen Smith
Email: justnate@comcast.net
Date: Nov 13, 2003 3:16 p.m. PST
Location: South Bend, IN USA

Comments:
Good for you guys. What a great family. Hope you have the best holiday season yet.


Name: scott simpson
Email: rscottsimpson@hotmail.com
Date: Nov 11, 2003 4:20 p.m. PST
Location: conway,arkansas u.s.

Comments:

I TRULY LOVE YOUR CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS. I KNOW IT MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD TO SEE THE LEAST FORTUNATE SMILE BIG WHEN THEY SEE YOUR DISPLAY. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS.

P.S. COULD YOU PLEASE TELL ME WHERE TO GET OR HOW TO MAKE THE TRAIN SET.

Ans: Thanks, Scott!  The train was built by me almost 30 years ago (one of our first pieces of the display).  It is constructed of 3/8 exterior plywood.  The boiler is made of aluminum (I had a neighbor who worked for a trailer manufacturer make it to my specs).  The motor that drives the wheels is a Molon gear motor. Bicycle sprockets are attached to pulleys on the two drive axles for the main wheels.   A bicycle chain connects the two sprockets to the gear on the motor.  A smoke machine (like you see used in Halloween displays) provides the smoke for the engine.



Name: Dustin
Email: max_d19@yahoo.com
Date: Nov 7, 2003 11:59 PST
Location: Santa Rosa, California

Comments:
A really great display! Very impressive. I was wondering what you are using for snow on you lawn? Thanks Dustin max_d19@yahoo.com

Ans: Thank you, Dustin, for your compliments!  The snow is a polyester material-bought at a local swap meet in huge rolls (4 foot width and about 50 feet long). 



Name: vi trana
Email: otherhaf03@yahoo.com
Date: Sep 7, 2003 8:46 p.m. PDT
Location: tacoma, wa. u.s.a.

Comments:
Great job! I would really like to drive by and see your beautiful display. Your website is real fine too.


Name: AKABO BEKEE.
Email: OBOBO@yahoo.com
Website:
Date: Jun 6, 2003 03:46 PDT
Location: USA

Comments:
Great site!


Name: Jack Wallace
Email: jackw@snet.net
Date: Feb 18, 2003 1:59 p.m. PST
Location: Torrington CT USA

Comments:
Hi Dick...just had to see what a California Christmas house looked like...WOW! This is big deal back here and we have something called Christmas Village in Torrington CT where I have conducted fund raisers for some 43 years and have served as Master of Ceremonies on opening day for nearly 20 years. Regards Jack

Ans: Thanks, Jack, for the nice comments.  I am impressed with your commitment for 43 years in fund raising for Christmas Village.  I'll have to try and find some pictures of it on the net.



Name: Blanca Gil
Email: BLANCA.GIL@MINARIKCORP.COM
Date: Feb 18, 2003 10:42 PST
Location: San Diego, CA USA

Comments:

Dick, I don't believe that we had an opportunity to talk while working for Minarik Corporation, but I've heard some great things about you and your work. I wanted to just say "Hello" and "Farewell". I wish you and your family Health and Happiness. God Bless

Ans: Thank you, Blanca, for your kind words and well-wishes.  I wish the best to you, Mike and the rest of the great staff in San Diego. If you are ever up in the area over the holidays, I hope you can visit the display in person.



Name: Mike
Email: mzg@hotmail.com
Date: Jan 24, 2003 1:07 p.m. PST
Location: Ca

Comments:
Like your web site....


Name: Marc
Email: woodster300@yahoo.com
Date: Jan 19, 2003 6:30 p.m. PST
Location: New Hampshire

Comments:

Great Display I would like to know how you ended up building your Ferris wheel. Any pictures you could send would be great Thank You.  Marc

Ans: Marc, the rotating portion of the Ferris wheel is constructed of 1/2 inch EMT.  EMT is relatively light weight and strong.  I use a Bodine right-angle gear motor (1/70 HP) to spin the wheel.  The power transfer for the rotating lights is my own invention and I am considering its qualification for a patent.



Name: Verna
Email: vernalilly@hotmail.com
Date: Jan 4, 2003 07:48 PST
Location: Washington

Comments:
Way Cool!


Name: Ed Pape
Email: no@thanks.com
Date: Jan 1, 2003 9:28 p.m. PST
Location: Burbank, CA, USA

Comments:
Looks very nice.... You should enter the Burbank Christmas light contest.

Ans: Thanks for your comments, Ed.  We used to enter the contest, but then we stopped after 1999 to give other pretty homes in Burbank an opportunity for recognition.  We may enter again in the future, but not likely in 2003.  Best of luck with your display in the competition next holiday season!  



Name: scott frater
Email: scottf@nwpp.com
Date: Dec 27, 2002 6:42 p.m. PST
Location: Eagan, MN USA

Comments:
Very nice display


Name: June Collis
Email: junedie@earthlink.net
Date: Dec 27, 2002 2:46 p.m. PST
Location: Burbank, CA USA

Comments:
Truly remarkable - we see it every year. Hope you keep it up.


Name: Edmund Minassian
Email: eminassian@earthlink.net
Date: Dec 24, 2002 8:22 p.m. PST
Location: Glendale, CA

Comments:

Thank you for the beautiful music. I down loaded them and shared them with my kids, thanks a lot. Would like to wish you and your family Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Ans: Thanks, Edmund.  We always look forward to seeing you, Eileen and the kids over the holidays.  Merry Christmas to your family from ours!



Name: Kelly
Email: kmiller13@earthlink.net
Date: Dec 24, 2002 7:44 p.m. PST
Location: Beautiful Burbank, CA

Comments:
I was out riding around the other night and didn't see your house. I'm gonna try like heck to find it tomorrow!! Keep it up. It means a lot to the whole city. Thank you!!!

Ans: Just watch for the glow in the sky and you know you are getting close!! There is a map on the website that will help you find it.



Name: Barbara and Mark Singer
Email: SingerLA@aol.com
Date: Dec 24, 2002 11:50 PST
Location: North Hollywood, Ca

Comments:

We took my 92 year old mother out last night to see some lights. Since you and your neighbor were featured in the Daily News, we came to take a look! Wow, we were impressed with both displays, and Mom was thrilled! Thanks for your efforts; know that you are appreciated by many. What this world needs is more fantasy and whimsy--it creates smiles!



Name: Jan Alexander
Email: janalex@softcom.net
Date: Dec 22, 2002 3:20 p.m. PST
Location: Lodi, CA USA

Comments:
Loved it! Wish my computer was faster so I could get it easier! But once it came up, I was very impressed! Thanks for sharing! Jan


Name: Bill Denney
Email: billdenney@prodigy.net
Date: Dec 22, 2002 12:06 p.m. PST
Location: Vancouver, WA USA

Comments:
Excellent job, Dick. Have a Merry Christmas. Bill


Name: Hank Terry
Email: hankterrry@earthlink.net
Date: Dec 21, 2002 10:47 PST
Location: Norwalk

Comments:
Hey Dick, great site. Hank


Name: Teresa Caldwell
Email: tcaldwell71@yahoo.com
Date: Dec 21, 2002 10:15 PST
Location: Agoura Hills, CA

Comments:
I found your site in today's Daily News. Hope I can make it to Burbank to see the display!


Name: Rudy Islas
Email: rudyislas@yahoo.com
Date: Dec 19, 2002 4:47 p.m. PST
Location: Upland, CA US of A

Comments:
Very nice!!!!!!!!!!


Name: Rickie Fiske
Email: Pacificoverland@earthlink.net
Date: Dec 14, 2002 9:50 p.m. PST
Location: Burbank CA

Comments:

What do you do when it rains? You are a very talented young man and you made us feel really wonderful. I brought my grand daughter to see your wonderful house, she is eight years old and you really mad her night!!! Hope you have a wonderful Christmas with your family and your awesome house. What do you want to do for a living? Thank you for sharing. Erin Fiske (Grandaughter)

Ans:  Hi Erin! When it rains, we can't run the display because of the amount of electricity it consumes.  We cover the train, and some of the other objects as well to stop them from warping.  When I am not working on the display, I do tax audit and collection representation for clients. 



Name: Marguerite
Email: mnourian@attbi.com
Date: Dec 13, 2002 09:29 PST
Location: Santa Clarita, Ca

Comments:
Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful display.


Name: The Careys
Email: careyson@pacbell.net
Date: Dec 12, 2002 8:18 p.m. PST
Location: Burbank CA US

Comments:
Love your display and your website! Merry Christmas and all the best in 2003!


Name: Warren Thompson
Email: afordnut@hotmail.com
Date: Dec 12, 2002 4:08 p.m. PST
Location: San Jacinto, CA 92582

Comments:

I was showing everybody at my work what your house looks like during Christmas...they love it...I moved out of Burbank and work in Rancho Cucamonga now...it looks wonderful this year as in every year...

Ans:  Thanks, Warren!  Merry Christmas!



Name: Virginia De Santiago-Perez Perez Family
Email: vickidsperez23@hotamail.com
Date: Dec 12, 2002 11:53 PST
Location: North Hollywood CA 91605

Comments:

I went to see your house last night and took my 2 year old daughter. She was amazed at all the lights. She was very happy and so was I to see her smile and yell out to everyone, Merry Christmas. Thanks for bringing joy and the holiday spirit to my little one. Hope to see it next year. Vicki

Ans:  Thanks for the great feedback, Vicki!  We plan on doing the display in 2004, but do not know beyond that.  This is a lot of work and expense!  But, comments like yours are what has motivated us to do this display each year! 



Name: Suzan Paschen
Email: booksetc@adelphia.net
Date: Dec 11, 2002 1:12 p.m. PST
Location: North Hollywood, CA

Comments:
A friend and I found your display about 5 years ago and have enjoyed it ever since. Thanks!


Name: Sophia V. Gibas
Email: vet2go87@adelphia.net
Date: Dec 10, 2002 6:19 p.m. PST
Location: Niagara Falls, New York

Comments:
Just beautiful, keep up the good work we enjoyed it very, very much.


Name: Sharon Doolittle
Email: sslone@lillysoftware.com
Date: Dec 9, 2002 06:53 PST
Location: Portsmouth NH USA

Comments:

Hi Dick, This is fantastic! You'd better watch out, If you continue to out-do the North Pole, Santa just might set up shop at your house! Wishing you and your family the warmest and happiest of holidays! Sharon Doolittle and family.



Name: Lisa Laskowski
Email: llaskowski@lillysoftware.com
Date: Dec 9, 2002 06:00 PST
Location: Manchester, NH 03045

Comments:

Wow...what a display!! I'm impressed it only took a month to put it together...Great Job... Merry Christmas!



Name: Siggi Olafsson
Email: siggi_anton@hotmail.com
Website: http://www.hi.is/~sigurol
Date: Dec 7, 2002 10:40 p.m. PST
Location: Iceland

Comments:

Hi guys, I really admire your strength to do all this stuff - my parents are struggling with putting up one small thing outside here. Talk to you later -god bless Siggi.

Ans:  Wow - you wrote this all the way from Iceland!  We live in good times where you and your family - almost 1/2 around the world, are able to see and enjoy the display.  Merry Christmas to you and the family, Siggi!



Name: paula Maclean
Email: paula1200@att.net
Date: Dec 2, 2002 9:49 p.m. PST
Location: burbank....

Comments:

Love your display! Thanks to your web site, we now know when you open. We have driven bye 3X. Our girls are very excited to see your lights "the house with the Ferris wheel and merry-go-round". Thank you for the beautiful display.  It makes the season sparkle in many ways. :)



Name: Sam Owen
Email: sro101@earthlink.net
Date: Dec 2, 2002 7:04 p.m. PST
Location: Callville Bay NV USA

Comments:

Great Job Dick. You have come a long way since painted tumble weeds. I hope I can see your display when I come into town for Christmas. Sam

Ans:  Hi Sam!  How great to hear from you! Wow - it has been decades since we lived on the same street when we were in high school in Eagle Rock, CA!!  We need to keep in better touch.  Please stop by when you are in the area!  Merry Christmas!



Name: Roy Bartell
Email: idealwoodscapes@hotmail.com
Date: Dec 1, 2002 10:03 PST
Location: Stouffville, Ontario, Canada

Comments:
Love your site and display. Congradulations!


Name: Brent Anderson
Email: banderson@hotmail.com
Date: Nov 26, 2002 6:03 p.m. PST
Location: SF CA USA

Comments:
Not bad.....


Name: LISA PEREZ
Email: LISA.PEREZ@MINARIKCORP.COM
Website: http://WWWMINARIK.COM
Date: Nov 25, 2002 09:10 PST
Location: GLENDALE, CA

Comments:
I LOVE THIS EVERY YEAR!!! THANKS


Name: Keith
Email: klaprath@earthlink.net
Website: http://www.wintersnowland.com
Date: Oct 16, 2002 7:49 p.m. PDT
Location: Burbank

Comments:
Web page looks fantastic! I especially love the MPEGS and vocal music.  Keep up the great work!


Name: David Norton
Email: thecureministry.inc@verizon.net
Website: http://thecureministry.com
Date: Oct 16, 2002 11:12 PDT
Location: Lancaster Ca U.S.

Comments:
What an honor it is to be apart of this family of celebration. This tradition of celebrating Christmas as the highest possible level is breath taking every year. Your family is a great influence to the people around the Southern California Communities. Keep up the great work!


Name: Linda Thompson
Email: linda333@usamail.com
Date: Oct 16, 2002 11:02 PDT
Location: Chicago, IL

Comments:

I really like the music and the videos. I hope to be able to come to California some time over Christmas to see it in person.



Name: Santa
Email: Santa@nortonswinterwonderland.com
Website: http://www.nortonswinterwonderland.com
Date: Oct 16, 2002 07:33 PDT
Location: North Pole

Comments:
Happy Holidays!