The Burden of Hope: Finding Color In A Black & White World is a story about resilience. Diving deep into the trials of a boy from a young age that has never before been shared. David's trials bring the reader into the dark world of his upbringing. From being kidnapped as a child, physical abuse, substance use in the home, alcoholism, and the judicial system; you as the reader will embark on his journey of resilience. This story is to inspire readers who share similar hardships to the path of hope. Through each page, you will walk side by side with him and read about how he was able to overcome those trials creating success when all odds were against him.