Inspiration Behind the Story

The inspiration for this story came from my two pets, Aki and Paris. Both are like little kids: cute, gentle, and very affectionate. And yet, like many kids, they are also silly, cunning, mischievous, and naughty. This could be the real story of an American family—mom, dad, and their two kids—a boy and a girl. To be more precise, the two kids are not exactly kids but an adopted white puppy and a rescued Maine Coon kitten. The family is as diverse as any other American family today. One of the parents was born in France, the other came from Scotland with his mother. This book is based on a real story, and is not for kids only, but for all people between five and ninety-five—people who, despite their age, preserve their innocent-child soul.