Why a Son Needs a Mom: 100 Reasons

by Gregory E. Lang

One son's loving relection 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. The result is a book that will inspire mothers and remind sons of the importance their mothers have had in their lives.

Genres: Parenting, Nonfiction

128 pages, Hardcover

First published March 1, 2004

Reviews

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is a sweet -- although at times TOO sweet -- reminder of what is important in life. It is also a good book to read on the day your third-grade son has a meltdown and screams that he doesn't like you anymore.

[Erin Montgomery · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is just a sweet little coffee table, quick-read type book (this book was given to me as a gift). But the thoughts did help/give me little, gentle reminders to reflect on as I parent. I will keep it on my shelf to flip through again in the future.

[FaithToshi · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed the book. A small and quick read. Something I will keep as a reminder as a parent

[Nancy Pickard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sweet mentions of how moms are instrumental in shaping their sons.

[Amy · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was a little cheesy at times, but here are some of my favorites:

A son needs a mom who understands that what he needs from her changes as he grows older, who leads him toward his talents and passions, who is never more than a phone call away.

A son needs a mom to teach him how to take care of himself.

A son needs a mom to be his first dance partner, to show him what it means to love unconditionally, to fill his childhood with love and affection.

A son needs a mom whose arms, heart, and mind are always open, who knows how to have fun, who never tires of his hugs and kisses.

A son needs a mom who will always make sure he has a home to come back to.

(I guess this last one is for moms who plan on letting their sons leave at some point. It doesn't apply to me since I have no intention of ever letting him leave :)


Judy gave me this book for Christmas. I cry whenever I read it so this might take me a while to get through :)

[Evelyn · Rating 2 out of 5]

Cute coffee table book. Some great reminders, "to help prepare him for being a father" and "who will let him go when he is ready to marry" both speaking volumes to me right now and wishing we were back at "to protect him until he is old enough to protect himself". Letting go isn't as easy as I used to think it would be : )

[Tori Talbot · Rating 4 out of 5]

I keep this on my nightstand so that I can look through it occasionally and remember the little things I could be doing.

[Marrianne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not exactly a page turner, this is a fun book that my son gave me for Mother's Day. Its cute, and I enjoy it!

[Tina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Line per line, I blinked to keep off the tears. Motherhood did this to me.

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

A sentimental book.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one of the treasured gifts I have received from my son.

[Brent Rogers · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book is very touching. It lists 100 reasons as to why a child needs a mom. Enjoy every moment you spend with them. It may even bring tears to your eyes.

[Kathy · Rating 4 out of 5]

A nice, quick read.