Read Mike's story - featured in Chicken Soup for the Single Parent's Soul

About my story:

The title of my story (on page 294 in the book) is "Mom Taught Me to Play Baseball." I wrote this story as an acknowledgement of my mom and all the amazing work she did to raise my sister Lori and me as a single mom. One of the best gifts she gave to me, was the gift of sports. As a former P.E. teacher, my mom, Lois Dempsey Robbins, began teaching me to play, run, catch, throw, and hit at a very early age. She always encouraged me and celebrated my success. As I moved through youth baseball leagues, into high school, then to college, and on to pro baseball, my mom was always there. She was such a great supporter and fan. She did all of this on her own...as a courageous and extraordinary single parent.

I hope you pick up a copy of the book and that you like my story.

Thanks,

About the book:

Chicken Soup for the Single Parent's Soul is the 85th title in the amazing Chicken Soup series. These books have sold more than 100 million copies worldwide and they continue to inspire people with inspirational stories of wisdom and warmth. This book, which was released in February of 2005, has stories written by and about single parents. As with the other Chicken Soup books, this one will make you laugh, make you cry, and remind you of the important connection we all have with one another as human beings. It is great!

Every single parent has a different story to tell, but a common thread of hope and comfort unites them all. Being a single parent can sometimes seem overwhelming. But the joys and triumphs of this special responsibility are incalculable.

Whether you are a single parent because of divorce or widowhood, by choice or by surprise, you are part of an extraordinary club.

Chicken Soup for the Single Parent's Soul shares the joys, challenges and humorous moments of single moms and dads, who cope daily with the unique pressures, constraints and sacrifices this important role brings. From daily struggles to amazing triumphs, this book captures the breadth of experiences that define single parenting.

Within these pages you will find inspiration and advice for getting through the difficult times, reassurance for those days when you worry you're not living up to expectations and reminders of the unique influence you have on your children's lives.

Click here to get your copy of Chicken Soup for the Single Parent's Soul