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When Donald was 8 years old, his father taught him to cook with the folktale Stone Soup. We wrote the manuscript for ‘My Father’s Miraculous Rock Soup,’ which transforms this timeless folktale into a deeply personal story about trust, faith, hope, love and community, and the blessings that are found in small things. Born at the crossroads of memory and imagination, this story honors the power of his father’s love, the possibilities in a modest 1960s Bronx kitchen, the influence of family storytelling, and the way a simple meal can hold generations of love.
Inspired by the classic European folktale, this re-imagined version bridges cultures and eras, tracing a journey from a war-weary soldier’s cleverness to a young boy’s wonder in 1960s Bronx. It invites readers into the universal language of food — the miracle of soup bringing a deeper message of empathy, sharing and community. Sign up for our eNewsletter to receive updates on the book and its related projects! |
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Long ago, in a time of post-war destruction, isolation and scarcity, one man carried a miracle that could stir hope from despair, a feast from a simple rock, and unity from quiet disconnection. My Father’s Miraculous Rock Soup is a heartwarming tale inspired by the affable strength and timeless wisdom of a father who taught his young son that love, faith, and community can turn even the simplest act—like making a hearty soup from a single stone—into a shimmering miracle.
With lyrical storytelling and painterly illustrations, this story celebrates the power of togetherness, the sacredness of sharing, and the belief that miracles often begin with nothing more than an open heart and an outstretched hand. A timeless parable for children and grown-ups alike, this book invites readers into a world where generosity triumphs, and where even the smallest offering can feed a village—and heal it too.
With lyrical storytelling and painterly illustrations, this story celebrates the power of togetherness, the sacredness of sharing, and the belief that miracles often begin with nothing more than an open heart and an outstretched hand. A timeless parable for children and grown-ups alike, this book invites readers into a world where generosity triumphs, and where even the smallest offering can feed a village—and heal it too.
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Donald and his father, Admondo 'Don' Rubbo
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Learn more about Donald's father, Don Rubbo, the Godfather of Pop Art, an influence and inspiration to many artists (Peter Max, Tom Daly, Fred Gerlach), a trailblazer, an innovator and an evocative storyteller. Click here to visit his website!
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Don and Donald, painted by Peter Max
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