Author Archives: Myrna Folkert

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About Myrna Folkert

Myrna is an author who desires to use her gifts to glorify God. She's created this blog to tell stories of her childhood, musings about life, motherless daughters, grief and loss, faith in God, her family history, and facts about the Long QT syndrome. She also has a hearing condition called Tinnitus. Doing interviews with motherless daughters like herself are of great interest. Join in discussions by following this blog and commenting. She would love to hear your stories about life. Myrna is a Christ follower, wife, mother, sister, friend, aunt, and cousin. She was an elementary school teacher for 27 years; now works in her church, and a few other volunteer activities such as Hospice doing "Life Reviews" and Vigils. Myrna loves to read, write, listen to music, go to concerts, and take pictures. Her favorite pastime is boating with her husband near the beautiful shores of West Michigan.

Glass Half Full-when you’re wondering whether to give up

Posted on June 30, 2016 by Myrna Folkert

  This year is half gone today, or if you want to look at it with the “glass half full” attitude, half the year is left! Six whole months to do great things, adventures, fill it with joy. Make a … Continue reading →

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What If?

Posted on June 24, 2016 by Myrna Folkert

Do you ever think “what if?” What if the unthinkable happens to me? What if I get overly anxious and I embarrass myself completely? What if I do all this work and the book never materializes and I waste many … Continue reading →

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My Uncle–A Memorial Day Story

Posted on May 30, 2016 by Myrna Folkert

We could never repay you… I posted this story last year, and am posting it again this Memorial Day, with a few edits. Thank you to all those who have served our country like my Uncle Art. Out of respect, … Continue reading →

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The Story I Never Told-The Before and After-Part 3

Posted on April 24, 2016 by Myrna Folkert

Slowly, God revealed a different plan for my life. I was led to write for His glory, and into more intercessory and healing prayer. I was reaffirmed about who I was…I’m a beloved daughter of the one True King. Why … Continue reading →

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The Story I Never Told-The Before and After-Part 2

Posted on April 2, 2016 by Myrna Folkert

A friend told me about healing conferences. When I first began going they confused and scared me. One pastor said many of us may have grown up knowing the Father, the Son and “Holy Scriptures!” Hmm…that seemed to fit me. … Continue reading →

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The Story I Never Told-The Before and After-Part 1

Posted on March 31, 2016 by Myrna Folkert

Rewind six years. I’ve never told this story publicly. Best friends and family slowly learned of it, but I avoided telling most people. I still quiver as I revise this story, left as a “draft” in my blog for over … Continue reading →

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The Promise

Posted on March 12, 2016 by Myrna Folkert

This week, I witnessed the manifestation of a promise God made to me a long time ago. He began to confirm to me years ago, that I would write. It was a dream that had been put on the back … Continue reading →

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Roses and dropped petals

Posted on February 14, 2016 by Myrna Folkert

It’s all roses, cards and heart-shaped candies….. Not always. Not for everyone. Not every time. Today, as you enjoy those you love, be sure to think about how much you can give to someone, not what you get. And think … Continue reading →

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Mr. Scott

Posted on January 24, 2016 by Myrna Folkert

He shared with our entire congregation tonight. “You identify yourself with what you do, and when you can’t do that anymore, you feel like you aren’t anything.” So true. Been there. It took me a couple years after I was … Continue reading →

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The Sweetness of Life and Death

Posted on January 20, 2016 by Myrna Folkert

This may sound strange. Life can be sweet, but how can death be sweet? I have seen several examples of this from friends just in the last few weeks. One example: A couple who I was doing respite visits with… … Continue reading →

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