My Heart Skipped a Beat

AUTHOR

Mary Elizabeth Kakuk

I am a proud mom of a young man who served in the U.S. Army Special Forces and is now an engineer in Arizona. My greatest joy is being a born-again Christian and living in a close, personal relationship with Jesus Christ—one filled with freedom, joy, and purpose rather than religion.

My Heart Skipped A Beat

A heartfelt memoir of love, loss, and resilience. From New Year’s Eve 2015 in McKinney, Texas, to navigating life as a widow and single mother, Kakuk shares intimate reflections on family, self-discovery, and the enduring power of cherished memories.

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An intriguing and adventurous tale of a life worth living. A valuable perspective of someone who is stripped of their security of family, home, and career. Forced to follow a nomadic life not of their choosing. Beset by a paralyzing fear of an unknown future and Yet, armed with a steadfast faith and persevering spirit, she continues to struggle against those forces within her and from the outside that try to overwhelm her.

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Images of My Life

Untitled design (8) — *The black and white photo of my family (I’m the blonde girl sitting on my father’s lap).*

Untitled design (12) — *A picture of my mom, dad, and sister.*

*A cherished memory from my younger years.*

*A picture of me a few days after giving birth to my only son.*

*A picture of me going on my first date after I had raised my son.*

Academic Achievement

Academic Achievement
Mary Elizabeth Kakuk earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Leadership in 2011, graduating magna cum laude. As class representative, she dedicated herself to ensuring every detail—from the first day of class through graduation—was handled with care and excellence. She even organized the class graduation celebration at Olive Garden, making it a memorable and joyful event for all. This milestone reflects her commitment to leadership, organization, and creating meaningful experiences for those around her.

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