Author John R. Purcell has compiled the best of his Blog into Kernels of Corn -- Food for Thought. His posts range from humorous observations of the home life of a retired space worker with a backyard full of squirrels to thoughtful pieces about his encounters with society at large. Ever insightful, Purcell's pieces will bring a smile - or a tear - of recognition that stays with the reader long after the book is closed.