The inspiration to write this book occurred when I first acquired Rafie. He looked like a little angel, hence, angel pup. My wife Sue named him Rafael, who is the angel responsible for health and healing (by Roman Catholic tradition). I am a Lutheran, but I realize that many Christians adhere to the Roman Catholic tradition. So the premise of this story is the value of prayer and the fact that God does listen. All credit is due to Him. I try to write this with the child within me and within the parents who will read this to their children.