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Christmas Hemming, a newly freed slave, lived to be 110 years old. In 1885, he used cash to purchase 640 acres of land in North Florida (Suwannee County). Hear about his incredible journey and how his decedents have lived and worked his homestead for more than a century. The author, Pat Hines, is Christmas’ great-great-great-granddaughter. She is on record in Florida as having the only African-American Century Old Pioneer Farm.

FEELING LOST IN THE MORTGAGE MAZE? Many dream of owning a home but are baffled by the complexity of mortgages. Or perhaps you're looking to reduce that hefty mortgage payment but don't know where to start. You’re not alone. The world of mortgages, with its flood of financial jargon and seemingly endless options, can feel overwhelming. But it's not just about numbers—it's about crafting the life and security you've always desired.

Gemma Ricca overhears her groom and her father talking about his taking over of the family business. When she realizes what the family business is, she realizes how blind she’s been and flees to stay with her aunt in Misty Hollow. How can she raise her unborn child in the Moreno family? She will not allow her child to grow up in the mob. No matter what.