This is a true story of one person's struggle to overcome the cruelty of her childhood. The man who assaulted the child became her stepfather and continued his torture for twelve long years. His disgusting torment would leave her so severely scarred, that it would destroy everything good in her life for the next thirty years. Her path in life became one of continued violence against her and although she was able to achieve professional success, she could never fully heal from the trauma. Trecia Ann was a strong survivor though and continued to push her way through life despite these crimes against her. Now she has finally removed the coal stained hand that snuck in to take away her breath and keep her silent. As she opens up in this story, she is standing strong and telling the details of her secret shame.