This volume is joyful, authentic, artistry and seasoned insight from a gentle Renaissance man. Author Richard Rouse has survived and thrived over nine decades with his clear-eyed optimism and generosity of spirit. Some memoir, some fiction—all infused with Obi-wan-Kenobi wisdom, Zane Grey romantic justice, and Dave Berry humor. Enjoy and grow with each short story. The Fairy Ring is the second volume of short stories by Rouse, following up on his popular first collection, The Welcome Home Door.