I started my writing career composing how-to essays. Ideas were all around me. This is one I had heard a church execute. It seemed like an effective way of expressing Christ’s love at Christmas. If it’s too late for your church to put this plan into effect this year, keep it in mind for 2011.... Continue Reading →
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Oak Ridge Boys interview
Oak Ridge Boys L-R: Richard Sterban, Duane Allen, Joe Bonsall, and William Lee Golden For six years I have written freelance articles for the Fort Wayne News-Sentinel newspaper. My editor, Kevin Kilbane, is great to work with. He assigns me interviews with acts coming to the Fort Wayne area. In 2009 the famed Oak Ridge... Continue Reading →
Hephaestus, Greek god of the forge
The publication of my three Greek Gods books could not have been better planned. Within weeks of their release in late 2009, Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief, a movie based on a book by Rick Riordan, was released. It galvanized a great interest in students to know more about the Greek Gods,... Continue Reading →
Angela Witte–Mrs. Indiana 2010
It was my pleasure recently to interview Angela Witte. Angela is a Wells County native and Norwell High School graduate. On Nov. 13, 2010, she was crowned Mrs. Indiana. I first knew Angela as my dental hygienist. She was friendly and professional. I later discovered she and my daughter used to cheer together. Angela is no stranger... Continue Reading →
French Lick Indiana–Eighth Wonder of the World
Working as a freelance writer has benefits. One such occurred when writing this article about French Lick, Indiana, for the Ft Wayne News-Sentinel travel section. My husband and I enjoyed a wonderful three days while discovering this oasis of relaxation and beauty only a few hours from home. We recommend French Lick for a breathtaking,... Continue Reading →
Chris Reusser–flying $7m aircraft by remote control
My son, Christopher, was home for Thanksgiving. During his visit, he spoke to 250 people at Bluffton Middle School, including the entire 7th and 8th grades, about his career as a pilot with the Air Force. Chris is a graduate of the US Air Force Academy and a First Lieutenant. Currently, he flies remotely powered... Continue Reading →
Scott Elzey’s airboat
Scott Elzey is an unusual guy. This story of his airboat might be out of season (I wrote it this past summer when the river's water level was high), but it is so unconventional (how many people do you know own an airboat?) I had to share. ** As a child, I heard the story... Continue Reading →
Terri Worden, dedicated teacher and tour guide
For 35 years Terri Worden has inspired students to succeed in athletics and academics. I applaud her for persevering through the decades of change that have occurred with students and education standards. ** You might say Terri Worden is a homebody. Except for fours years of living as a college student at the University of... Continue Reading →
Lesson in Forgiveness
Here is a Christmas story that I wrote 20 years ago. The story is popular with editors of books, magazines and newspapers -- it’s been published 25 times! It’s even been in the Chicken Soup for the Soul… Christmas book and another called Christmas… God’s Way (shown in the photo). The story is permitted to... Continue Reading →
Tribute to my family
Today I’m not posting anything about writing. I want to thank my family for being the best that there is. My husband John has put up with a lot over the years—mainly a wife who would rather write than cook or clean. He’s learned to put up with my messes, due to projects (his mom... Continue Reading →
Vintage Eats of Kayleen Reusser 