Vintage Eats of Kayleen Reusser
Capturing Delicious Recipes From the Past
“Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice.” (I Samuel 15:22) When my husband John came down with the flu a few hours before milking time, I was frantic. Our hired helper had the night off and I had not been in the barn since our baby was born a... Continue Reading →
Verse: And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. (Philippians 2:8, New American Standard Bible) When my kids were small, I took them to swim lessons. Trained instructors demonstrated how to perform each stroke. But there was something... Continue Reading →
This is one of my favorite devotions. The idea for its origin will be obvious in the first line. If you’re a writer looking for ideas, perhaps you should sit back and watch a children’s movie. This lovely photo was taken by my brother-in-law Dave Reusser. You'll be seeing more of his work here in... Continue Reading →
My husband, John, and I recently celebrated 32 years of marriage together. This article which I wrote for Lookout Magazine describes the long-term marriages of people we’ve known who have reflected Godly patience while living together. I post it here with hopes it will help other couples stay married. I just wish I had photos... Continue Reading →
It is more blessed to give than to receive. Acts 20: 35 ** My seven-year-old daughter, Lindsay, helped me set the table. “I’m glad I’m not a fork,” she suddenly announced. ‘What’s wrong with forks?” I asked. “Forks like to stab things, trying to get everything for themselves. It’s like they say, ‘Gimme, gimme’ all... Continue Reading →
Today I had the great privilege of speaking at the Mother/Daughter Tea at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church south of Fort Wayne. It was great fun and I met many interesting ladies. It was an opportunity to wear a pretty hat and I wore one that had belonged to Mom. I spoke on the theme of... Continue Reading →
Gorgeous blooming tree at Foster Park
As a Features reporter I have the opportunity to interview musical groups to come to the Fort Wayne (IN) area. Here is a story for the Fort Wayne News-Sentinel newspaper with David Carr from the well-established and totally-sold-out-to-God Christian band Third Day. Let me know if you’re a fan of this group. I know... Continue Reading →
… Jesus uttered a loud cry and breathed his last. Mark 15:37 The anniversary of my mother-in-law's death was this past week on March 6. She was a wonderful mother, mother-in-law and grandma. We loved her dearly. When she was dying from liver cancer, it grieved us to see her in pain.... Continue Reading →
And when she recognized Peter’s voice because of her joy she did not open the gate, but ran in and announced that Peter was standing in front of the gate. (Acts 12:14, New American Standard) Some scenes in the Bible are hilarious to me. Today’s scripture is an example. In this scene by miraculous intervention... Continue Reading →
