Vintage Eats of Kayleen Reusser
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My privilege as a writer and now author of World War II Legacies: Stories of Northeast Indiana Veterans is to celebrate occasions when the subject of World War II is promoted to the community. I admit, before interviewing nearly 60 World War II vets, I might not have been as interested in the subject as... Continue Reading →
It’s the start of a new year and I’m excited about the possibilities! In 2014 I published my first book— World War II Legacies: Stories of Northeast Indiana Veterans. My publisher was Oak Creek Publishing. The man in charge, Ed Schwartz, has now changed it to Oak Creek Media. I highly recommend Ed and his... Continue Reading →
I have never self-published a book before. neither have I hosted a book launch event for one of my books. Now I can say I’ve done both. My book, World War II Legacies: Stories of Northeast Indiana Veterans, was delivered from my publisher, Ed Schwartz of Oak Creek Publishing a few weeks ago. The publisher... Continue Reading →
An author’s life is full of significant days. Whether we’re researching, writing, publishing or promoting our books, we are in some aspect of working with books. After publishing 11 children’s books, I’m taking what some people might consider to be a 180-degree turn in writing. For the past 3 years I’ve been interviewing World War... Continue Reading →
For the past several years I've made it a point to interview WWII veterans. Their stories are always interesting and historic. I encourage you to tell a veteran -- any war-- thank you for their service. ** During World War II, Gale (‘Smoky’) Baller fought on the front line in Germany. “Machine gunners had high... Continue Reading →
I may just be echoing what no doubt thousands of other people have said today but THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR MILITARY VETERANS! WE DO LOVE AND APPRECIATE YOU! YOU HAVE DEDICATED YOUR LIVES TO OUR FREEDOM AND WE CAN NEVER REPAY YOU. I'M GLAD TO BE A PATRIOT! THANK YOU!
The 4th of July is a great time to remember our country’s freedoms and the people who have secured them. This profile of a WWII soldier seems appropriate. Mr. Beitler has been the oldest vet I’ve ever interviewed. When we talked in 2012, he was articulate and kind. It was a joy meeting him. He... Continue Reading →
I met Richard Vanderwall last summer in my quest to interview WWII vets and record their stories. He and his wife are sweet people and I've enjoyed getting to know them. They live at the same retirement community as Mom. If you know a WWII vet, ask them to share stories-- you'll be amazed! **... Continue Reading →
In honor of Veteran’s Day this story is posted to relay an important episode in my husband’s military career. It has been published in several Sunday School take home papers. We never know when a military person might need a nudge toward God. Can you provide that to some vet today? ... Continue Reading →
In honor of the approaching Veteran’s Day I’m featuring stories I’ve written about World War II vets. What an honor to interview them about their time serving our country. This is my husband’s uncle. Do you know a WWII vet? Tell a vet of any time period today (and every day) that you appreciate his/her... Continue Reading →
Vintage Eats of Kayleen Reusser 