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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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Remembered With Love

Posted on November 3, 2016 by Myrna Folkert

Today I’ve been reminiscing about my dear sister, who passed away 40 years ago. It is her birth date today, November 3. One sister texted “Happy Birthday to Audrey.” I sent emoticons, finding some that reminded me of her and … 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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Death Doesn’t Have the Final Say

Posted on March 6, 2015 by Myrna Folkert

The Lord told Moses, “Aaron will be gathered to his people, He will not enter the land I give the Israelites…” Numbers 20, portrays the story of the death of Aaron. It seems like such a sad and harsh treatment … Continue reading →

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