Inspiration for the Soul

First and foremost, I want to thank God for the inspiration to write and the ability to inspire others. I must acknowledge and thank my brother Reverend Jim Purnell and wife Rose Mary, Sister Dorothy Gainer who has always encouraged me. My aunt, Annie Kelly, who took me to my first parade when I was a child, my uncle Rev Thorton Smith who spoke encouraging words to everyone; my Aunt Mamie and cousin Joann, Dorothy Averyhart owner of Dorson Sales; Ludeen Moore, owner of Moore’s Home Health C...