Stories have power. Ron's book is an excellent example of how stories shape our lives and the lives of those around us. Ron always wanted to learn more about the struggles of other people, especially those in developing countries. After a two-month trip to India and Nepal, Ron and his wife, Michele, decided to live much more simply. They built a log home where thousands of people have gathered for retreats and sharing life stories. Ron began his teaching career in Cincinnati Public Schools at Gamble Junior High School, where he taught English,Latin, and Drama. After taking a year off, he returned to teaching at St. Xavier High School, where he would spend the rest of his career. Ron taught Relationships, Morality, and Social Justice, in addition to leading mission trips and heading up the school's Mission Collection, which gathered millions of dollars for mission projects in India, Nepal, Mexico, Peru, and other countries. After retirement, he continued to work with the school by creating and organizing Christian Life Communities, where faculty and staff shared their lives and prayed together in small groups. Ron and Michele have been married for over 50 years and have two adult daughters, Kira and Shana. Ron has a Master of Divinity from St. Paul Seminary and a Master of Guidance and Counseling from Xavier University. His previous books include Family Memories and Families.