“Whatever time we get, it’s given, it’s not lost. Appreciate it that way and you’ll hug your kids a lot tighter.” – Mitch Albom   What does it mean to be a family? In this episode, Brian interviews bestselling author Mitch Albom about his new book, “Finding Chika.” This heart-warming memoir of love and loss tells the story of a young Haitian orphan called Chika who taught Mitch that families can be made in many ways, changing his life forever.  No matter where you are today, this episode has a message of hope and encouragement for you. Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today for your opportunity to receive exclusive perks and for a brand new feature to ask Brian a question! Already an Insider? Do you want to ask Brian a question or want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success? Log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air!   Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “Carrying her (Chika) to the end of her journey was my job.” – Mitch Albom “She gave us the greatest gift that anyone can be given – she made us a family.” – Mitch Albom “God blessed my life.” – Mitch Albom “The book “Finding Chika” is not a sad story…it’s a story about how you make a family, first and foremost.” – Mitch Albom “There are many ways that families are made.” – Mitch Albom “Our job is carrying our children, all of us.” – Mitch Albom “What we carry defines us.” – Mitch Albom “It’s never too late to start a family.” – Mitch Albom “There are children all over the world, like Chika, who need help like this. We are a family of man here.” – Mitch Albom “We did not lose a child; we were given a child. Everybody should be able to look at their children that way.” – Mitch Albom “Whatever time we get, it’s given, it’s not lost. Appreciate it that way and you’ll hug your kids a lot tighter.” – Mitch Albom   Mentioned in this episode: Have Faith Haiti “Finding Chika,” by Mitch Albom   Connect with Brian Buffini http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave