THE SHADOWS OF MY LIFE

The Shadows of My Lifeillustrates the devastation of being brought up in a home with no love andrespect and the importance of grandparents who are willing to contribute bothmaterially and emotionally.¿ This book bringsto life how sexual promiscuity and gang life can destroy a person'sself-respect and confidence in their ability to succeed in life.¿ The consequences of unprotected sex can leadto disease, heartbreak and unwanted pregnancy.¿It also shows the significance of the role others play when they arewilling to reach out and help those in need, and the gift of an unwantedpregnancy to positively alter the course of lives.¿ This book is truly a celebration of life andall that it has to offer to those who make the effort to achieve, even when theodds are stacked against them.