Vintage Eats of Kayleen Reusser
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Today would have been my husband’s 73rd birthday. He passed away last year from prostate cancer. We are still grieving for him. I had planned to spend time at his grave, but the weather (snow) has kept me inside (my daughter’s school was cancelled, it was that bad). I decided to honor his memory by... Continue Reading →
Thanks to all of you who have reached out in response to earlier posts in which I shared thoughts about my grief journey after losing my husband last year. It was a risky step putting such personal stuff out there. I don't feel I have any advice to share so if you’ve not read any... Continue Reading →
Happy Birthday to me! This week I celebrated my birthday with family and friends. It was a great day but the first one without my husband. If you follow this blog, you’ll know that I have talked about life following my husband’s death last year. It has been tough. Actually, as I’m sure most widows... Continue Reading →
I will bring them back and they will live in the midst of Jerusalem; and they shall be My people, and I will be their God in truth and righteousness. Zechariah 8:8 When Peggy’s missionary husband was killed by a Philippine jeepney, she grieved. In the Philippines the person who causes a death... Continue Reading →
Are you being faced with a difficult future? Most of us experience this at some time. Some of the most difficult can be the loss of loved ones. The gal I write about below was a dear friend whom I miss. My family has also lost loved ones and I admit its painful. Still, I... Continue Reading →
Photo caption: God provides beauty for our souls to enjoy in the midst of pain. Even a shadow like that on this flower can be a thing of beauty. Foster Park, Fort Wayne Indiana ** In light of the shooting that occurred this week in one of our nation's elementary schools I thought this devo... 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 →
I love interviewing people who give to others. The Ossian (IN) Church of the Nazarene has a group that gives much to people who are hurting. By using their crafting talents, this great group of men and women have blessed many. Do you know of a group or person who blesses people with their talents?... Continue Reading →
This devotional idea came to me as I read a newsletter at my church from a family our church supported who lived in the Philippines. Matt and Peggy Littell and their two sons were establishing churches in this country when this terrible accident occurred. Peggy’s response is stellar. I have often prayed for God’s grace... Continue Reading →
Psalm 46: 1: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Twelve years ago today my beloved mother-in-law died of liver cancer. She was a beautiful lady inside and out. We still miss her so much. When she was in the last stages of the disease, she and her husband chose... Continue Reading →
Vintage Eats of Kayleen Reusser 