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Fox Valley Editor’s Choice: 197 Wrenwood Circle, Elgin

An interview with Ken Buckman of Elgin.

Q: How long have you been decorating your house like this?

A: Every year we’ve lived here. This is the seventh year.

Q: What inspired you to go all out with your decorations?

A: I’ve always liked white lights. I’ve always liked wreaths. I like the classy look. There are no colored lights in there.

Q: How many hours does it take to put up the display?

A: It gets longer every year. This year my son Sam helped me for the first time. It took all weekend — an intense, long weekend.

Q: How many strings of lights are involved?

A: I have about 10,000 lights.

Q: How much does your electric bill spike in December?

A: I don’t really watch it because it’s always out of control. I have four kids, and it’s always high.

Q: What do your neighbors think of your display?

A: They love it.

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