Alice Naomi Sweet

Living in the Light: Sunny Buchanan Who Listened to the Light Within for Guidance Alice Naomi Sweet

What is Sunny's journey about?

This story is based on Sunny Buchanan's life and her journey from impoverished plowgirl to successful businesswoman. Her grandmother was a slave whose faith empowered Sunny to triumph over life's obstacles by listening to the Light within.

When Sunny could no longer work because of a farm accident, her husband abandoned her. Sunny went with her aunt to Memphis where she was healed by the prayers of Brother Mason and Brother Smith.

She came to Chicago. Eventually she bought a store building in Wilmette, Illinois. She converted it into a home and childcare business. Sunny blossomed into a woman who blessed many families. Her spirit reflects the character of America.