This book of short stories by Gary Faules is a compilation of a number of short stories, some of which are true while others are based partially upon truth, which began with his childhood and expand to adventures that took him around the world. Several of his stories are set on his parents' ranch in Bandon Oregon during his youth. Gary seems to be able to express a wonderfully positive vision and he even shows that good can come of death. You will cherish the affection and passion that he has for family and nature as characters spend time with each other, including the dangerous bush of Africa. His stories are adventures that include hilarious moments about a boy's wild ride in the country and how it affected his future. One story is set during a winter storm that leaves a family out in the cold and what becomes of their hardship while another story reflects on some tall fishing tales shared with his father. Another thrilling story is about a dangerous charge from a wounded wildebeest! He writes about a father who has not shown his true affection for his son and what happens when the son finds out the truth. Faules is able to convey his insight into the reality of the essential meaning of his writings. Gary Faules' stories range from humorous to reflective, and are meant to make you laugh, cry and hold your breath. Gary Faules, a former Oregonian who still holds records as a former Olympic skeet shooter, race-car driver, and successful team owner who raced in the world famous La Carrera Panamericana of which a movie was made. Gary is the National Mentor Director for NASA, (National Auto Sports Association) has traveled the world as an angler, a freelance writer for sport shooting publications, racing and automotive, and is a columnist for SpeedNews. His bestseller "I Slept in Africa" made The Forbes Book List. Seeking adventure is only second nature as he continues his dream of living a life of adventure since almost being left blind as a child due to a freak accident. Besides being recognized in Who’s Who, he has been the recipient of numerous awards, several being congressional recognition awards for business as well as helping others. As a retired CEO of his own corporation, Gary worked and lived near San Francisco, California, until retiring in Santa Fe, New Mexico where he spends much of his time enjoying life and waiting for the next adventure so that he can continue his exciting journey and writing. Gary’s stories are based on personal experiences and his cast of characters is based at least partly on fact. His encounters with family and friends are the inspiration for his best writing. The varieties of subject matter are as diverse as his life. Gary Faules’ stories will leave you laughing or crying but never untouched.