by Ann Marie Carter

As I think about my life, I've been a movement on my own. At the age of 19, I turned away from an opportunity. So, I can help people no matter what race. Most people would be dead, but I still stand. Knowledge is power, and power comes from believing, as well as having a mustard seed of faith. The formula for making your dreams come true. A priceless inheritance my great grandmother Mrs. Carrie Gordon Thames, and my grandmother Ms. Agnes B. Waldon, planted their knowledge in me, and I can take it everywhere I go. Researching your families history can be a lot of work, and an emotional roller coaster ride. But, the rewards can be great. You will never know what you will discover. Remember Christopher Columbus, for it was he that started this world's history . Your ancestors weren't just slaves, they were Doctors, Lawyers, Politicians, Inventors, Nurses, and most importantly Caregivers of People, and they didn't know how to read or write. Pride, no there is nothing to be ashamed of, if we reflect on everything they taught us. You will find one thing no matter what there was always a form of unity, and Faith in God. My great grandparents never left anyone behind, they lived around the people. For this is something that you should never let anyone or thing take away from you. Unity, Love, Courage, and Faith is your Inheritance. The Beginning Journey To Freedom! Ann M. Carter