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Immer montags beste Freunde: Der Junge, der mein Leben veränderte
Alex Tresniowski, Marie Rahn, Laura Schroff
3.83 AVERAGE
525 reviews for:
Immer montags beste Freunde: Der Junge, der mein Leben veränderte
Alex Tresniowski, Marie Rahn, Laura Schroff
3.83 AVERAGE
I listened to this one and was just fascinated by the story of the woman and her encounter with an 11 year old panhandler. It was a great reminder that all it takes is to help one person and we are never too busy to do that. Just a sweet story - it reminded of listening to story corps on NPR. Nothing remarkable and yet all of us live remarkable lives.
The writing style isn't anything spectacular, but the story really touched me. Who knew such a small thing to so many people could mean so much for a young boy and change the whole course of his life. I read it quickly and loved every minute of it.
I liked it.It was inspiring to hear about how a decision made one day could change someone's whole life. At the same time it wasn't the most compellingly written story.... got kind of dull at times,but that is my sentiment about most autobiographical accounts.
When I first started reading this book I thought it would be mostly Maurice's story. As I read I found that this book was just as much about Laura's life journey as it was about Maurice's. I was touched that Laura needed Maurice just as much as he needed her. The love and influence of a mother figure is so important in a child's life. It made all the difference for Maurice.
The writing in this book is terrible, really awful. It made what could have been, a sweet, inspirational story very difficult to read. I love the idea of the invisible thread that binds us all together. I love that she stopped one day to take this young man (he was 12 when she met him) to lunch. I love that she gave him hope, and support, taught him boundaries, and the joy of a future. In the end, I couldn't believe how Laurie treated Maurice. She abandoned him when she met a man...who didn't want her "son" 'in his house? We all make mistakes, but I just couldn't let this one go. Blech.
I think there's a lot of people who could benefit from reading this book. Those that tend to characterize people of color who live in poverty as lazy and assume they don't want to improve their situation. It also speaks to the benefits of being a mentor. This book reminded me of many moments while I was mentoring a young black girl who I felt wasn't getting the attention she desired at home. I wasn't always sure what I did mattered, but especially after reading this book, I see that it probably did. To give of your time and attention can truly make a difference in people's lives.
Great book! Read it yourself than pass along to a friend!
Great book! Read it yourself than pass along to a friend!
4.5 stars
This book tells the story of the relationship formed between a successful ad exec and an 11-year old homeless boy. The story is emotional/sad at times, but also heartwarming and inspirational. The best part is that it's a true story! This book is a great reminder to be grateful for what we have, that struggles can be overcome, and that we can make a difference in the lives of others.
This book tells the story of the relationship formed between a successful ad exec and an 11-year old homeless boy. The story is emotional/sad at times, but also heartwarming and inspirational. The best part is that it's a true story! This book is a great reminder to be grateful for what we have, that struggles can be overcome, and that we can make a difference in the lives of others.
This is most definitely Laura's story. At the beginning, I was expecting it to be more of a "shared" story, like Picking Cotton. Ms Schroff is transparent in sharing both her childhood struggles and the ups, downs and unimaginables in her relationship with Maurice.
In her place, what would you do? How would you do it?
In her place, what would you do? How would you do it?
About a newspaper advertising executive who befriends an 11 year-old pan-handler in NYC. Laura needs a child to love and Maurice needs a mother to show him kindness. Each fills a void that the other feels acutely.
Maurice’s mother is a drug dealer and a drug addict. With up to 12 people to a room - the kids sleep on mattresses, while their parent’s party all night. For his 6th birthday, Maurice received a joint from his grandma, Rose. Maurice was just happy someone remembered his birthday.
Laura was raised in a home with an alcoholic father, who was abusive when he was drunk. He singled out one of Laura’s brothers and her mother for most of the abuse. Her mother’s advice was just to ignore the bad behavior and pretend that everything was fine. As an adult, Laura had difficulty making her own marriage work. She found solace in helping Maurice and in caring for her pet dog.
A true story – very touching.
Maurice’s mother is a drug dealer and a drug addict. With up to 12 people to a room - the kids sleep on mattresses, while their parent’s party all night. For his 6th birthday, Maurice received a joint from his grandma, Rose. Maurice was just happy someone remembered his birthday.
Laura was raised in a home with an alcoholic father, who was abusive when he was drunk. He singled out one of Laura’s brothers and her mother for most of the abuse. Her mother’s advice was just to ignore the bad behavior and pretend that everything was fine. As an adult, Laura had difficulty making her own marriage work. She found solace in helping Maurice and in caring for her pet dog.
A true story – very touching.