Category Archives: heaven

New Book Release – Available Now! Daughters of Hope: Thriving after Mother Loss

Posted on April 16, 2020 by Myrna Folkert

I recently released my new book called, “Daughters of Hope: Thriving after Mother Loss.” The book is part memoir, where I share about the passing of my mother when I was a young girl. I also interviewed twenty-seven women of … Continue reading →

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Face to Face

Posted on September 30, 2019 by Myrna Folkert

In earlier days, W was a robust man, full of life and energy. A talkative type who could make people laugh. He didn’t miss a beat. As a young man, he was a truck driver. When he delivered the produce … Continue reading →

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Place: A Five-Minute Friday Post

Posted on March 15, 2019 by Myrna Folkert

Place. It reminded me of the verses in John 14:1-10, that talk about the place God has prepared for believers. In these precious words, Jesus tells about heaven. He says, “Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; … Continue reading →

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Well Done My Dear Ruth

Posted on November 28, 2018 by Myrna Folkert

Once in a lifetime, does someone get to befriend a person as delightful as Ruth Van Heukelom. My dear “Mom Ruth” was not only a best friend, but a prayer warrior, a spiritual mentor, a confidant, and a mother figure … Continue reading →

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A Picture Speaks A Thousand Words

Posted on October 25, 2017 by Myrna Folkert

A sunbow blazed to the right of the lowering sun. Blue and white sections filled the sky, with orange and yellow horizontal ribbons. Waves rolled up foaming and reclining back. I continued to walk toward the lighthouse although darkness was … Continue reading →

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Eyes of Your Heart

Posted on January 30, 2017 by Myrna Folkert

Would you please give me just a couple minutes? Look hard into my hazel eyes and listen.  Don’t be angry, the reason I’m saying this is because I love you so much. What I want to tell you is that … Continue reading →

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A Mother’s Desperate Vigil…

Posted on September 29, 2016 by Myrna Folkert

  Hunched over on my knees, I raise my head. I scan the western horizon praying that I’ll wake from this nightmare. The gut-wrenching fear would pass. Oh, that all this would be a terrible mistake. Please Lord, oh please … Continue reading →

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