‘The Time They Had’ by Don J. Snyder

The Time They Had by Don J. Snyder is based on the true story of Iryna Bordun, a woman from Kolomyia, Ukraine, whose husband and brother were both killed in the war. In the aftermath of these devastating losses, Iryna participated in The Source of Strength, a professional bereavement support program, and later completed specialized education in grief support. Today, she draws on her own journey to help other Ukrainian war widows heal after the traumatic deaths of their husbands. Iryna also supports veterans, using golf as a therapeutic tool that fosters connection, emotional healing, and renewed hope. Her story is a powerful testament to courage, compassion, and the possibility of transforming profound grief into service to others.