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Shirley Dyck Fraser, BScN, RN, MSW, is a retired nurse and social worker with an extensive background in both fields. Raised on a farm near Saskatoon, Shirley earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Saskatchewan and worked in community public health in rural Saskatchewan. Her adventurous spirit led her to travel across Europe and volunteer as a nurse in the Caribbean through the Canadian University Service Overseas (CUSO). Upon returning to Canada, Shirley pursued a master's degree in social work and continued her career in health and social services. As the last living person in the line of fourth-generation Mennonites from the Russian Mennonites who emigrated to Canada in 1875, Shirley felt a deep responsibility to preserve and share her family's faith and history. Her inspiration for writing this book came from a request by her sister, who sought to strengthen the faith of her family. Shirley has always been deeply influenced by the teachings of Christ, particularly those emphasizing love, humility, forgiveness, and peace. These principles have guided her through life's challenges, and she hopes to inspire others to embrace these values in their own lives, finding strength and purpose in faith. Shirley lives in Winnipeg with her husband. They have 3 daughters and 2 grandchildren. They enjoy their house, garden, books, being with nature and their dog, cats and a budgie bird.
