Kissing Wears Out, Cooking Don't.

 When I was newly saved in Prescott I was one of many young people who were newly saved and were just learning how to live out what Jesus had done in us. And like most young men I was interested in any young women my age who might be interested in me. 

I grew up in a culture where we did not date. We were influenced by the hippie culture and not so much by traditional customs. So as a saved young man I was not sure how to approach or how to meet the sisters who I might be interested in getting to know better.

One thing that I remember was the time when the young women got together and made food and then invited us young guys to a picnic at Thumb Butte park in Prescott. And like any honest guy food was a sure thing to make me want to go to the picnic.

It was at that picnic where I first talked to Kathy Ballard. I knew who she was but that's about all. We talked a bit and walked a bit and evidently something was happening because I remember going to her mother's house to visit and to eat and to fellowship. And a couple of months later we were married.

The way to a man's heart is through his stomach. Your looks may get you noticed but food will show a guy that you are serious and not just another pretty face. I cannot say that it is the only thing but if you are a sister and you have your eyes on a brother why not cook for him or make him some cookies or get your parents to invite him over for a meal. It does not have to be expensive or even extravagant or flashy. But food is a good way to break down walls and to open doors and you may find him showing more than just casual interest in you.

Kissing wears out, cooking don't. That's how the old Amish say it. And long after the loving there will be many meals to share. Love may cover a multitude of sins. But good food will cover up imperfections better than a new outfit or fresh makeup.