In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Mark Steven Porro, an award-winning designer, writer, director, and now a best-selling, award-winning author. He is a devoted son who became the full-time caregiver for his 90-year-old mother after a near-death experience changed both of their lives. With honesty, humor, and vulnerability, Mark shares the intimate details of his caregiving journey—one filled with sacrifice, deep love, and unexpected joy.
Mark is the author of the moving memoir A Cup of Tea on the Commode, where he captures the raw beauty of caring for an aging parent and the emotional complexities that come with it. Whether you're a caregiver, a parent, or someone navigating elder care, this conversation will leave you inspired and seen.
🔹 Topics covered:
- The emotional and physical toll of caregiving
- The inspiration behind A Cup of Tea on the Commode
- Lessons on love, loss, aging, and resilience
- How writing can help process grief and honor legacy
🎙️ Don’t miss this powerful story of compassion, purpose, and unconditional love.
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