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Chicken Soup for the Father's Soul: 101 Stories to Open the Hearts and Rekindle the Spirits of Fathers (Chicken Soup for the Soul)

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I am a father of 2 sons and 3 stepsons, ages 24 to 37 years.

The stories about the men in this book made me very sad. I needed chicken soup to recover from it!

Like the man who moans over losing his sporty car because he had become a family man. He bemoans having to buy a station wagon type car and watching the kids mess it up.

Like the man who stayed home from work one day and couldn't stand it and wouldn't do it again.

and so on and so on.

I left a good job to start my own company so that I could spend more time with my sons. I wish the book had honored "men" instead of portraying "boys" who still hadn't learned to love their children more than themselves or their stuff!

The books should be called "Chicken Soup for Dads who are too childish to be appreciate the gift of having a child"

I picked up "Chicken Soup for the Father's Soul" in an airport bookshop as I departed for a four-day business trip. At the time I traveled very frequently, and I had planned to read a story only occasionally, saving them for those times when my thoughts wandered upon my two sons at home and refused to be redirected elsewhere. However, I found myself reading story after story, and by the time I had returned home, I had finished the book and was giving some of the stories a second read.

In the enclosed quarters of an airplane cabin, I found myself unsuccessfully struggling to contain my laughter, nonchalantly wiping tears from my eyes, and silently reflecting upon my own relationships as father and son.

Do yourself a favor and pick up a copy sometime. These stories will move you.

tpm
July 10, 2002

This book is filled with stories that have inspired me to be a better father and a better son.

As a father to be (for the first time!) I am a little apprehensive and curious and scared and elated and ... at the thought of being a FATHER! This book was the best gift anybody could have ever given me! It made me laugh at my silly inhibitions and help me to realize that I am about to receive to greatest gift ever, our baby daughter, and the best gift I could ever give her was to be a great Dad!

I enjoyed the stories in Chicken Soup for the Father's Soul. Some make you laugh and some come pretty close to making you cry. I bought the book because I enjoy reading out loud to my husband and though it's not a book he would buy for himself, I thought it was one he would like. He did. If you are looking for a "feel good" book for the dad in your life, you can't go wrong with this book. Another great book for dads is 15 Reasons I Love My Dad. It's a fill-in-the-blank book that you fill with loving words and pictures. With Father's Day just around the corner, both of these books are guaranteed to please.

This book captured many amazing and uplifting stories, exploring various father relationships! A must read that should be shared with your father, family and friends. It really helped me understand this important relationship in my life (not only with my father, but with other father figures)

As a father to be (for the first time!) I am a little apprehensive and curious and scared and elated and ... at the thought of being a FATHER! This book was the best gift anybody could have ever given me! It made me laugh at my silly inhibitions and help me to realize that I am about to receive the greatest gift ever, our baby daughter, and the best gift I could ever give her was to be a great Dad!

I have read many Chicken Soup books and purchased this one for my brother who became a father recently. I feel assured he will enjoy the stories and words of wisdom from other fathers.
The only problem was when the book had been shipped was that the the back corner of the cover had been bent. Rest assured I don't think that will lessen the enjoyment of the book for my brother. It is only a reflection of whoever packaged/sent it.

This bookis great for any son or father to read and make them realize why their sons or fathers did things they did and maybe still do. It will have you smiling, laughing, and also crying. I have many Chicken Soup books and I rate this a a tie with The Veterans Soul book. Read it and enjoy.

Father's Day is just around the corner, and what a wonderful time of year to show him your love and appreciation. Any dad will find this book both inspiring and thought-provoking. Written in the style and tradition of all the "Chicken Soup" books, this one contains stories and related articles of trials, tribulations, love and encouragement, just for fathers everywhere, that will touch warm his heart and touch his soul. Whether you are five, fifteen or fifty, through the pages of this book, Dad will find the message of just how special, appreciated, loved and unique he truly is. This book says, what many cannot express in words. I particularly liked the chapters on Insights and Lessons and Across the Generations, but all the chapters are extremely inspirational. "Chicken Soup for the Father's Soul" makes a beautiful gift for every father of every age, and one that he can treasure for years to come.