Memories of Mom - Review

Memories of Mom (M.O.M.) is a poignant story about an extraordinary mother, written by a daughter who loved and cared for her during her last lap of life. This story is written from the heart, and will inspire love and affection in millions of daughters and sons who will someday be caring for their elderly parents or loved ones. It is about undying love, unyielding sacrifices and compassionate role reversal. The circle of life.

Alexia Elizabeth Smart-Fraser was born in the beautiful island of Jamaica. After marrying her high school sweetheart Edward, she migrated to the United States. She is the proud and loving mother of two children, son Sean and daughter Paige.

Alexia studied acting at H.B. Studio. She worked as an extra on the set of “Cosby Mysteries” with Bill Cosby, “New York Undercover” with Malik Yubo, “Central Park West” with Lauren Hutton, and the series “Prince Street” with Mariska Hargitay. As well, Alexia Fraser has written and produced three original non-fiction one act plays both off-Broadway and off-off-Broadway. “The Ryans,” “Dope the Endeavor” and “Blind Trust.” Her fourth play “Our God is Awesome” is not yet produced, but will be in the near future. Alexia is the original founder and partner of her production company, Paige Unlimited, LLC (www.paigeunlimitedllc) of which she is the Creative Arts VP.

Memories of Mom is Alexia Fraser’s first published book. She was driven to share her story after seeing her mom suffered unacceptable nursing home and hospital care. Her second book is already partially scripted. “Write what you know” is what she believes.

You can find Alexia on her blog, on Twitter and Facebook.


My Thoughts

It is rare that I get so caught up in a book that I read it almost completely at one sitting but I found myself doing just that with Memories of Mom. I wasn't sure what to expect when I picked it up, maybe a story that would require several boxes of tissues? While there are definitely times that require the assistance of a tissue or two this story is also filled with joy and laughter.

As Alexia tells us about her mother she also shares her personal story. Her thoughts and feeling intermix with the overall story to give the reader a clear picture of the person sharing this wonderful tribute to the woman she called Mom. Her mother provided the strength when she was a little girl and a young woman. Then the time came that it had to be Alexia who would have to show strength when her mother's health began to decline. Using her faith and her mother's wisdom through the years Alexia proves she is indeed her mother's daughter.

Alexia E. Fraser has written a beautiful and loving tribute to her mother. I would recommend this book to everyone who has ever shared the bond of mother and child.




I received a copy of this book from the author for review purposes. I have not been financially compensated for this review, all opinions are my own.