Secret Harvests

In this poignant exploration, the author uncovers the story of a long-lost aunt, separated from the family due to racism and discrimination against her mental disability in 1942. Believed to be dead, she is discovered alive just miles from the family farm, prompting an investigation into her hidden survival and the complexities of familial shame and resilience. As the author delves into these buried family secrets, he reflects on identity, community, and the deep connections to the land they cultivate together.