In this engaging conversation, Mark shares his unexpected journey from New Jersey to the South of France, detailing his experiences as an expat, the challenges of navigating French bureaucracy, and the cultural adjustments he faced. He reflects on the importance of maintaining a positive attitude, finding joy in everyday life, and the emotional intelligence requiredContinue reading “Mark Joins the Expat Podcast”
Author Archives: Mark Steven Porro
A Cup of Tea… Makes the First Cut
The Hearten Book Awards, a genre division of Chanticleer International Book Awards, recognize emerging new talent and outstanding works in the genre of Inspiring and Uplifting Non-Fiction and Memoirs. A Cup of Tea on the Commode has made the first cut in the competition. #Humor #Memoir #eldercare #acupofteaonthecommode #theheartenbookawards
Happy Halloween
Enjoy this audiobook chapter “Halloween Delayed” from A Cup of Tea on the Commode. And have a Happy Halloween. Mom sure did. #Humor #Memoir #eldercare #acupofteaonthecommode #halloween
Getting to Know the Author
A Cup of Tea on the Commode—a sad, sweet, and funny debut memoir—chronicles Mark Steven Porro’s multitasking adventures of filling his mother’s last years with love, laughter, and joy. Though not always successful, he came pretty damn close. OH – and he lives in the South of France, one of Hersh’s favorite spots in theContinue reading “Getting to Know the Author”
A Cup of Tea on the Commode is Catching Fire
Just Announced! You have been honored in the 2024 Best Book Awards!A Cup of Tea on the Commode: My Multi-Tasking Adventures of Caring for Mom.And How I Survived to Tell the Tale by Mark Steven Porro is an Award Finalist. This makes eleven honors so far. I guess our “Cup of Tea” is also their cup ofContinue reading “A Cup of Tea on the Commode is Catching Fire”
The Challenges and Rewards of Caregiving
Mark reflects on the inspiration behind his memoir, ‘A Cup of Tea on the Commode,’ which captures his experiences and the lessons learned while caring for his mother. He highlights the significance of family, the joy of creating a nurturing environment, and the impact of his upbringing on his caregiving philosophy. Click here to listen. #Humor #Memoir #eldercare #acupofteaonthecommode #storysamurai
If you can make it there…
“A Cup of Tea on the Commode” has won two more literary awards. That makes ten so far. The latest, the 2024 NYC Big Book Award. We are thrilled and honored and we will start spreading the news. #Humor #Memoir #eldercare #acupofteaonthecommode #NYCbigbookaward
Navigating the Publishing World
In this episode of the Big Performance Podcast, host Alex Elish sits down with Mark Steven Porro, a Hollywood actor turned memoir author. Mark shares the inspiring story behind his debut book, ‘A Cup of Tea on the Commode’, a touching memoir about moving back home to care for his aging mother. Discover how MarkContinue reading “Navigating the Publishing World”
Do We Take Family for Granted?
Chris Otcasek is one of the most interesting humans on the planet. He has developed a lens for his life that revolves around humour and unseriousness. Mark joins Chris on ” Simple Conversations”to discuss among other things… surprise, A Cup of Tea on the Commode. Click here to listen. #Humor #Memoir #eldercare #acupofteaonthecommode #simpleconversations
Czechoslovakia
Enjoy a fun excerpt from “A Cup of Tea on the Commode.” Weeks before Mom’s passing, Michael shared a joke with me. When I heard the punchline, I’d said, “Mom would be the only one to get that right.” Little did I know my comment would inspire Michael’s eulogy. Amid a long Catholic Mass andContinue reading “Czechoslovakia”