Diamonds in the Snow is the riveting account of Michelles tumultuous and often heart-wrenching relationship with her terminally ill mother. This thought-provoking work of creative nonfiction is a story about love, pain, self-discovery, and resilience.The author chronicles her experiences as she dealt with her verbally and emotionally abusive mother, endured sexual harassment and wrongful accusations, lived with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and struggled with being the keeper of secrets.As a healthcare professional, Michelle interacted with various marginalized populations that society tries its best to avoid and ignore.