As Mama Used to Say

How does a strong-minded Italian mother raise two children on her own who are equally strong-minded? She gives them words by which to live. In this book, Mama's words have been transformed into wisdom that will stir the soul and hearten the spirit. Mama's words of advice, both practical and profound, touch every aspect of life. You will discover how Mama's words have woven a foundation of faith, virtue and integrity. This foundation has empowered her children to keep their feet firmly planted on the ground, while allowing their spirits to soar.

Everyone, mothers, sons and daughters, can relate to this book. It illustrates that the words or sayings of our mothers-some of which we vowed never to repeat-are always with us. In fact, these words often find a stage for replay in the events and episodes of our adult lives. In an age of being constantly barraged by images and the influence of multiple media platforms, this book proves that a mother's human voice still has value-even years later. This book makes a great gift for the mother or motherly figure in your life.

Like her mother,Kathy Kuczka has a nose for news and a heart directed toward the divine. An award-winning journalist, she spent many years covering news for CNN. In demand as a writer and speaker, Kathy is a frequent contributor to various publications covering travel, religion and the performing arts. She is a liturgy director in the Archdiocese of Atlanta. In her spare time, she sings and acts in theaters throughout Atlanta.