Illustrates the degree to which people from all walks of life learn how to cope and survive at all costs. The internal struggle for balance in troubled lives is seen in the external circumstances of everyday living. This collection of short stories observes some of the chaotic events which trigger an assortment of emotionsfear, loneliness, insecurity, guilt, hate, affection, love and happiness. The individuals demonstrate how they deal with or are a part of the horrific problem of rape, murder, abortion, incest, abuse, and neglect through their family and social relationships. The insecure and oftentimes lonely characters wrapped up in these trials are looking for a chance to come out with a better understanding of who they are and how they fit into the enigma of life.