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Picture of Kerre Ortegel

Meet the Author

Kerre Randel Ortegel is the Founder and President of Holidays & Heroes, a non-profit organization that supports local military families during the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons. Kerre and her husband, Bob, reside in Fort Worth, Texas within a mile of the Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base. They are a blended family. Between the two of them, they have six children, fourteen grand children, six great grandchildren, and one fur baby, their Yorkshire Terrier, Angel.

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Picture of Bobby Ligon

Meet the Illustrator

Bobby Ligon is a second-generation artist from the coastal region of Corpus Christi/Port Aransas area of Texas. He is known for his vivid landscapes reflecting the energetic spirit of the coastal area. His portfolio expands beyond just his paintings. Bobby is also recognized for his expertise in illustrating children’s books bringing the same warmth and vibrancy to the world of story telling. His illustrations breathe life into narratives, captivating young minds with imaginative visuals and engaging tales. Bobby is married to Cynthia Robbins, and together they reside with their children in Aledo, Texas.

Meet the Characters

MIA

BEN

LORNA

GREGGERS

HOLLYWOOD

BUDDY

SCOTTIE

SANTA

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