Tag Archives: Motherless daughters

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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Daughters of Hope – Cover Reveal Day!

Posted on February 4, 2020 by Myrna Folkert

I’m finally able to unveil something very exciting! Some of you know I have worked on a book for the last several years. After the loss of my mother as a young girl, for many years I carried around the … Continue reading →

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Great News!

Posted on June 21, 2019 by Myrna Folkert

In a few months, Lord willing, I will be able to unveil something very exciting! I have worked on a book for the last several years. After the loss of my mother as a young girl, for many years I … Continue reading →

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Mother’s Day Can Be Difficult

Posted on May 12, 2018 by Myrna Folkert

Mothers Day is not all flowers and candy. The day does not always look like a Norman Rockwell magazine cover. To some it’s a dreaded day for good reason. Those who want to celebrate the day need not feel guilty, … Continue reading →

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A Reunion with Kindred Spirits

Posted on October 17, 2015 by Myrna Folkert

I went to the Breathe Writer’s Christian Writing Conference again last weekend. It warms my heart to think of it. It’s like going home. Reminds me of a reunion with “kindred spirits.” We understand each other. I talked with old … Continue reading →

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Her Hands On Those Keys

Posted on May 9, 2015 by Myrna Folkert

It’s a symbol of a life well lived. As I sit down I can imagine my mom sitting on the exact same bench. I lay my hands on the keys and close my eyes. It’s soothing to touch the same … Continue reading →

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Mother’s Day Isn’t Always Simple

Posted on May 1, 2015 by Myrna Folkert

Mother’s Day. A day when all the ladies are honored and everything is flowers and sunshine all around. Hold on. Let’s not forget the ones who have lost their moms. Motherless daughters. It could be that a woman has lost … Continue reading →

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A Life-long Letter From My Mom

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Myrna Folkert

I slide my hand over a treasure. It has the smell of “old books” mixed with a touch of cedar from the chest it rested in for years. Yellowed newspaper clippings are tucked between the pages. My mom’s life is … Continue reading →

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Mother’s Day can be complicated…

Posted on May 9, 2014 by Myrna Folkert

Everyone knows that Mother’s Day is coming up on Sunday. Unless you forgot! Oh my! There are mixed emotions for many people on this special day coming up. Some are giddy and excited about having a family dinner and it … Continue reading →

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Motherless Daughters

Posted on October 9, 2013 by Myrna Folkert

What about the Motherless daughter in me? I wonder who else feels like there is something missing in their lives and can’t quite pinpoint it. Or they know exactly what it is. It’s always been an ache that you cannot … Continue reading →

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