If Lana could write her own daily planner, I have a feeling it would look something like this:
Lana's daily to-do list
According to Lana — a gentle reminder that life doesn't always need to be rushed.
Anelda Bosch
Light Paw Studio ·
Today's to-do list
✓ Wake up
✓ Nap
✓ Snack
✓ Nap again
✓ Be adorable
And honestly? She'd probably consider that a very productive day.
I · Slowing down
Dogs have mastered the art of enjoying the moment
Dogs have a wonderful way of reminding us that life doesn't always need to be rushed. While we're busy checking emails, running errands and working through endless to-do lists, our dogs seem to have mastered the art of slowing down and enjoying the moment.
For Lana, every day is filled with simple pleasures. A morning stretch. A morning walk with mom. A toy carried proudly around the house. A sunny spot on the couch or cuddling close to Marshie, her bunny bestie. A quick check to make sure nobody has left without her. And, of course, several very important naps and snacks.
Did I ever mention how Lana loves to steal sugar snaps from Marshie? She simply can't resist them. So whenever I give sugar snaps to Marshie, I have to stay put to make sure Lana doesn't snatch them. Every. Single. Time.
They don't replay yesterday's mistakes or stress about next week's plans. Dogs simply enjoy the moment and what's happening right now.
It's one of the many reasons dogs bring so much peace into our lives.
From Lana's human
The way she stretches out completely in her sunny spot, not a care in the world — it's impossible not to smile every single time.
♡
II · The secret
What actually makes dogs happy
When we think about what makes dogs happy, the answer is usually surprisingly simple. They don't need complicated routines or expensive things to feel content. Most dogs are happiest when they're included in everyday life with the people they love.
- Time with their people
- A comfortable place to rest
- A little exercise
- Good food
- A favourite toy
- Plenty of love
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III · What Lana has taught me
Rest isn't laziness
Living with Lana has taught me that rest isn't laziness. It's okay to slow down. It's okay to enjoy quiet moments. It's okay to spend time doing things that simply make you happy.
Dogs measure life in walks, cuddles, snacks, adventures and the people they love most.
Maybe that's why they seem happier than the rest of us sometimes. They've long figured out what truly matters — and it was never a to-do list.
From Lana's human
Lana taught me that we need to make time in our busy to-do list for ourselves. Easier said than done... I'm still working on that one.
Dogs measure life in walks, cuddles, snacks, adventures and the people they love most.From Life With Lana ♡
IV · A reminder we all need
Take a page from Lana's book
The next time your to-do list feels overwhelming, take a page from Lana's book.
✓ Take a break
✓ Go for a walk
✓ Spend time with someone you love
✓ Enjoy a snack
✓ And don't forget to be adorable
How From the Heart was born ♡
What started as a simple Instagram page for a golden retriever named Lana grew into something I never expected. Behind every photo was always a bigger story — one that couldn't fit inside a caption. Instagram gave me space for a photo and a few lines, but the stories needed somewhere to live. And that's how From the Heart was born.
A place for the stories behind the photos.
A place for Lana, Marshie, memories, ordinary days and the little lessons hidden inside everyday life.
A place where honesty matters more than perfection.
Somewhere along the way, I realised that the people who found Lana's Instagram page weren't only connecting with the funny reels or the cute photos. They were connecting with the stories, the memories, and the truth behind them.
Those ordinary moments — shared honestly — somehow made an impact big enough for more than 14,000 people to stay, return, and follow along. And that's what made me realise something important: people don't connect with perfection. They connect with real moments and the stories behind them.
And if one of my stories was meant to find you — then that's exactly why you ended up here. I hope it warms your heart. ♡
Follow Lana → @lana.thegoldenretriever
A small note ♡
Every story in From the Heart is written exclusively for Light Paw Studio by me and inspired by real moments from life with Lana and Marshie.
If something resonates with you, you're welcome to share it by linking back to the original article and crediting Light Paw Studio. Please don't copy, republish, or claim these stories as your own.
Thank you for helping me protect the time, heart, and work that goes into creating them. ♡
Thank you for reading. ♡
