The Selfless Act (12 page)

Authors: Wanda E. Brunstetter

BOOK: The Selfless Act

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She smiled, thinking about her husband’s identity here in this community. Joel had become known as the Amish millionaire’s son, who cared about people more than himself, and whose generosity had helped many.

Kristi closed her eyes and whispered a prayer. “Thank You, Lord, for teaching us by Your example to look for ways to perform selfless acts.”

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Ingredients:

2 (9 inch) baked pie shells

2 cups powdered sugar, not sifted

1 stick butter, softened

1 egg

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon vanilla

1 cup whipping cream

1 cup crushed pineapple, well-drained

½ cup pecans

Cream powdered sugar and butter in mixing bowl. Add egg, salt, and vanilla. Mix until fluffy. Spread mixture in baked pie shells. In another bowl, whip cream until it forms stiff peaks. Blend in well-drained pineapple and nuts. Spoon whipped-cream mixture on top of pies and chill until ready to serve.

New York Times
bestselling, award-winning author Wanda E. Brunstetter is one of the founders of the Amish fiction genre. Wanda’s ancestors were part of the Anabaptist faith, and her novels are based on personal research intended to accurately portray the Amish way of life. Her books are well-read and trusted by many Amish, who credit her for giving readers a deeper understanding of the people and their customs. When Wanda visits her Amish friends, she finds herself drawn to their peaceful lifestyle, sincerity, and close family ties. Wanda enjoys photography, ventriloquism, gardening, bird-watching, beachcombing, and spending time with her family. She and her husband, Richard, have been blessed with two grown children, six grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

To learn more about Wanda, visit her website at
www.wandabrunstetter.com.

Jean Brunstetter became fascinated with the Amish when she first went to Pennsylvania to visit her father-in-law’s family. Since that time, Jean has become friends with several Amish families and enjoys writing about their way of life. She also likes to put some of the simple practices followed by the Amish into her daily routine. Jean lives in Washington State with her husband, Richard Jr., and their three children, but takes every opportunity to visit Amish communities in several states. In addition to writing, Jean enjoys boating, gardening, and spending time on the beach.

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