Every young boy grows into a man. Every mountain continues to store tales of its people below. Book one High on a Mountain-Arkansas Tales brings meaning to family and friends who lived near the Iron Ore Mountain in Arkansas. That was just the beginning. High on a Mountain and Down in the Valley continues the life of the author. Hardships, life lessons and the many tales his parents handed down became his strengths, his faith and his lifestyle. Now, he is able to pass along these stories to his children, friends and community providing a rich history of the Ozark Mountains. This book represents reflections of a man, a mountain and his entertaining memories.