Beginning the Day in Gratitude and Awe

Have you ever looked closely at a day lily blossom? Don't wait too long. The blooms only last a day or so. I had seen nothing in the bed that runs along the front of the house since autumn but leggy, linear leaves. I really couldn't understand what all the fuss was about until a few weeks ago, the first flower opened.

When I edited my images tonight of this burgundy blossom I was reminded of the song "Awe" by Lisa Ferraro and Erika Luckett from their album of the same name. Visit their website and take a listen:

"As the sun will rise and the rain will fall, may I begin each day with gratitude and awe...If we're not in awe we're not paying attention."