In 1966 when Judy became pregnant at the age of 16, her family kept her plight a secret and was compelled to give up her daughter. Judy felt the grief and shame as a tangible lumpwithin her body and fought to keep it contained within the shadows of silence. But as an adult, she felt compelled to address the loss by searching for her birth daughter and bringing her story to light. Judy experiences firsthand that "secrets keep your soul hidden in shame and stifle the clarity of your true being." In the end, Judy sails free from the shadows of silence and experiences a deeper, more compassionate connection with herself and others.--From back cover.