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Big Mike is a series of vignettes and observations taken together tell the story of a young life between the ages of two years to twenty-three. The collection of stories tells of the events that affected the author’s life in the 1940s through the 1960s. He takes on life with a zeal and determination while dealing with a severe speech impediment. At times humorous, often sad, but always full of spirit and grit, the author deals with the issues of life. It is his honor and privilege to share his story with you and hopes you enjoy it. Come join Big Mike on his journey…

“And how many times can you say ‘this is great!!’…..?
I read it for pleasure and there was no critique in me……just pure enjoyment.
I read it slowly, taking it in and letting it rest in my mind.
Always amazed at your recall.
Always amazed at the chapters of your life…..the fun, the sadness and hardships, the incredible experiences. Your relationships with friends and family. Flying soup, always working hard, playing hard, car on the tracks, your life changing on a dime.

I really slowed down my reading as the ending approached. I love a book that leaves me feeling satisfied and connects me to the body of work. And yours did that.
The kind of ending where I sit back, once it’s finished, and say “yes” with a gentle nod of my head..

Your ideas and reflections should be there for the world to experience.
You have much to share and such a way with words……
All I can say is, well done!”

– Pam Galtelli, CHt

“Mike, there is much value in your work:

As an example of the strength, virtue, and connection that can come out of such a family, as embodied in you!

The life of an ordinary boy marked by conscience; empathy; and quality, close teenage friendships of adventure, good conversation, and mutual enjoyment and appreciation that contained such pleasure, goodness, and greatness!

The style of writing – straight-forward, sincere, astute. You were present to life and grateful for it. A flow. There is a down-to-earth simplicity and honesty that we all need to return to! Yours is a voice we need now.”

– Diana L. Richards, Ph.D.