“In many ways writing saved my life. It’s my hope that sharing my experience will give hope to others who are learning to deal with their “difference.†I want them to know they don’t have to live their lives in a permanent “don’t ask, don’t tell†existence. Truth is a powerful tool. “But my hope for this book doesn’t stop there. I think there is a message here for anyone who has ever suffered from a lack of self-esteem, felt the pain of loneliness, or sought love in all the wrong places. The lessons I have learned are not limited to race, gender, or sexual orientation. Anyone can learn from my journey. Anyone can overcome a broken heart.â€--E. Lynn Harris