The Los Angeles Lakers star, 35, is about to release his debut children's picture book I Promise, which he tells Parents he hopes helps kids "realize they can do anything." "I want them to be ...

I Promise is a beautiful book. Illustrator Nina Mata's colors are bright and her children diverse ... be the first to tell you that promises are not enough. "When I was growing up in Akron ...

and families respond to I PROMISE and its message of encouragement. With this next book, we want to continue inspiring kids everywhere to keep dreaming big and not let anything hold them back.

But unfortunately, he couldn't be there so I made sure I gave a promise to myself when I was a kid, before I had kids, that no matter any circumstance, I'm gonna make sure I'm there for my children.

It’s not about your healthy choices. It’s about making other people feel bad about their choices.” And then she prayed I’d change my mind because having kids is the best. I promise she’s ...