Hello, my name is Jim L. Townsend and I'm telling my story in this memoir, a story of my journey filled with challenges and hardships. I'll take you through my experiences as I try to make sense of a world filled with child abuse, anger, fear, and addiction. You'll get a front row seat to see what it's like to face violence, drug dealing, my marriage to Marjorie Harvey (current wife of actor/comedian Steve Harvey) and greed, and how it can impact someone's life. My goal is to provide an intimate and raw look at what I went through, using vivid language to help you understand my journey through my eyes.
This memoir is for anyone who wants to delve into the complexities of the human experience and understand the strength of the human spirit. After reading it, I hope you'll feel inspired and empowered, and that you'll see a message of hope and perseverance. If you're looking for a real, honest, and powerful story, that is entertaining as well as informative, this memoir is for you. This is Part One of a Three Part Series. Enjoy!