Born in Los Angeles, Californiain 1966; Michael was raised in Memphis, TN. During his childhood, he was subjected to poverty, ridicule, being bullied and being sexually molested by his own father.It is the sexual molestaion that caused Michael to write this very unique account of his childhood as he endured foster homes, peer pressure and even having thoughts of suicide during this very troubling time in his life.Through it all, Michael made it through and wanted to tell his story in hopes that it would offer hope and inspiration to anyone who read it, but to also let them know that there is hope after going through any type of adversity.Michael currently lives in Virginia with his wife of… 22 years and thier two kids.