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Finding Chika
256 pages, 2019
From the New York Times bestselling author of Tuesdays With Morrie comes an intimate and heartwarming memoir about what it means to be a family.
Chika Jeune was born three days before the devastating earthquake that decimated Haiti in 2010. She spent her infancy in a landscape of extreme poverty, and when her mother died giving birth to a baby brother, Chika was brought to The Have Faith Haiti Orphanage that Albom operates in Port Au Prince.
With no children of their own, the forty-plus children who live, play, and go to school at the orphanage have become family to Albom and his wife Janine.
In Finding Chika, Mitch Albom explores the profound impact of human connection. He shows us how a little girl from Haiti, Chika, changed his life forever. This book encourages us to look into our relationships and appreciate the bonds we share with others.
Chika's story is a testament to resilience. Despite her tough circumstances, she remained strong and hopeful. Albom's book inspires us to find our inner strength and face life's challenges head-on.
Mitch Albom reminds us of the importance of giving in Finding Chika. He shares his journey of adopting Chika and the joy it brought to his life. This book encourages us to check our privileges and find ways to give back to society.
Finding Chika takes us on a journey from Detroit to Haiti, showing us the beauty of cultural diversity. Albom's experiences with Chika help us see the world from a different perspective and appreciate the richness of different cultures.
In his book, Albom emphasizes the value of time. He shares how every moment with Chika was precious, teaching us to cherish the time we have with our loved ones. Finding Chika encourages us to live in the present and make the most of every moment.
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Finding Chika is a heart-wrenching yet hopeful narrative that showcases the profound impact of love and resilience.
Bill Gates - Microsoft Co-FounderFinding Chika is a touching testament to the power of hope and the unbreakable bonds of family.
Oprah Winfrey - Media ExecutiveFinding Chika is a poignant reminder of the enduring strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
Malala Yousafzai - Human Rights ActivistFinding Chika is a deeply moving exploration of love, loss, and what it means to be a family.
Barack Obama - 44th U.S. PresidentFinding Chika is a beautifully crafted narrative that tugs at the heartstrings and redefines the meaning of family and love.
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