Kelly Johnson is the author and photographer of Gratitude. 

Gratitude is a beautiful, photographic coffee table book that expresses the rebirth of grateful moments shared between a mother and daughter. Featuring imagery of glorious flowers from beautiful gardens and joyful moments in Oregon, surrounded by quotes of love and wisdom. Gratitude is a story of a daughter who had the great fortune to have a mother who reverently taught her daughter to look beneath the surface of life to find Gratitude.

Gratitude is available at gratitudebykellyjohnson.com

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Lily, the dog, exudes an ethereal charm that is a rebirth of beauty. Her immaculate white fur is a sight to behold, capturing the essence of purity and elegance. With a regal yet playful demeanor, Lily radiates an irresistible charm that draws people toward her. Her bark echoes warmth and affection, inviting all to revel in her presence.

Ever attentive, she listens to adult conversations enthusiastically, eager to understand the human world. One fateful day, while exploring her backyard, Lily stumbles upon a vase filled with mesmerizing gerbera daisies. Their splendid fuchsia hue captivates her gaze, leaving her in awe of their sheer vibrancy. Unable to tear her presence away, Lily becomes a guard dog, watching over the daisies and protecting and loving them. As the day moved forward, Lily gets lost in their pure wonder.

The tip for today: Get lost in the pure wonder of nature and beauty.