Product Description

The relationship between mothers and sons is unique in many ways. Conceived and nurtured in love, frequently this relationship defines the man a son will become and serves as a reservoir from which he later may draw memories and affection that will guide him as a husband and father. From the warmth and security a boy experiences with his mother, he gains confidence and learns about loving and accepting others, listening and expressing his own ideas and feelings, and exploring the world in which he lives. The things he learns from his mother will highly influence the kind of relationships he will have someday with his own wife and children. Indeed, this rich relationship will define him in many ways throughout his life.

Why a Son Needs a Mom is one son's loving reflection on what his mother brought to his life as well as the aspirations she has been able to fulfill in part because of what he has brought to hers. "When I sat down to write," Greg Lang explains, "I wanted to express the essence of what I think the relationship I have shared with my mom has been all about." He began to ponder the things they did together and how important they were to his development as a boy. He thought of the wisdom he gained from her and how, as he has grown older, those moments have become so important to him. "The first time I read what I had written," he notes, "I saw a list of the things she had brought to my life. When I thought about it more, I realized that not only had she enriched my life, but that she, too, continues to draw strength from the reservoirs of love and respect that have grown between us over the years."

The result is a book that will both inspire mothers and remind sons of the importance their mothers have had in their lives, providing love and nurture and instilling in them the qualities that will serve them well as men.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #270589 in Books
• Published on: 2004-03
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 128 pages

About the Author
GREGORY E. LANG works in suburban Atlanta, Georgia. His other books include Why a Daughter Needs a Dad, Why a Son Needs a Dad, Why I Love Grandma, and Why I Love Grandpa.

Customer Reviews

A book for every mom and son
I am a mom with a three-year old son. While I love being a mom, it definitely can be difficult and exhausting. But this book reminded me that it is also full of joy, love, and laughter. I could not believe how this book has touched me. The author really gets to the heart of the mother/son relationship in a few words and amazing pictures. I couldn't stop turning the pages and anticipating what words of wisdom and illustrative picture would be on the next page. I'm not sentimental, but this book moved me to the point where I was smiling, laughing, and crying at the same time--without even realizing it. I highly recommend it for mothers and sons of all ages.

I Needed This Book!
This wonderfully touching book reminds me that whether or not my 13 yr. old son shows it, he does need to hear about all the things I like and love about him, even if he appears to be annoyed by it or shrug it off. Just as I stand up to his resistance regarding homework, chores, etc., I must be equally stubborn when it comes to letting him know how much I love and care about him. Mr. Lang has helped me so much by reminding me of my purpose in the life of my son. I don't know if it's his intention to "minister" to his readers, but his book has certainly ministered to me. I feel like a better mom.

AWESOME!
I paged through this book quickly one day & thought of the many similiarites that I had with the relationship with my son. The thought of the book kept coming back to me. My son is at college out of state so I ordered the book and after making some personal notes on a few of the pages, I sent it to him for his 20th birthday. I received a phone call the day he received the package and in a very soft voice, choking back tears I heard "Mom, I got the book - I want to tell you how much it meant to me". I teared up at his response. It is a Wonderful Book! It makes you laugh. It makes you cry. I think it is a must for a son and/or mother to have. What a tribute to sons and mothers alike~