Sunday afternoon the American Legion in town was the location of the first Home Based Business Expo, hosted by the Route 66 Foundation and Abraham Lincoln Tourism Bureau of Logan County. Tourism director Geoff Ladd said that the idea came from his assistant, Misty Bell. He said that Misty has done all the work in getting the show put together and making it into a successful fundraiser for the Route 66 Foundation.

Pictures by Nila Smith

Michele Rohlfs of Lincoln sits beside her display of romance enhancement products.

Ruth Halpin is an independent consultant for Usborne Books and More. Ruth runs her business out of her home on Ninth Street in Lincoln.

Christa Deterding, also of Lincoln, sells Watkins products and purses.

Edith Keller, also a Lincolnite, sells not only Watkins but Stanley products as well. Edith says the majority of her sales come from shows like this one and flea markets.

GB Designs is Gina Rexroat's business. She handcrafts jewelry and other items. Here she stands with hand-jeweled goblets that are her creation.

Mary Doyle runs Country Charm Candle and Soap out of her home in Lincoln. She makes everything she sells, from soy- based candles to decorative soaps and body bars.

Deb Templeton made the trip from Peoria to offer a full selection of products from the Gourmet Cupboard.

Carrie Seggelke is an Usborne Consultant. She says that she enjoys selling these books because she believes they are beneficial to young people and promote literacy.

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