Dive into a lesson on the importance of kindness and gratitude with the help of Salty the seagull and his flock. Salty the seagull is feeling very sad and lonely in Shore Town. The other seagulls in his flock are constantly fighting with one another and can't seem to ever get along. Yet, Salty remains hopeful that someday things will turn around and the flock will learn how to be kind to each other. When a dangerous storm hits Shore Town, Salty is forced to flee to a distant meadow. But soon, he is joined by the rest of the flock who also escaped the frightening storm. While they are gathered in that sunny green field, a special feeling washes over them and they are thankful to have survived. The seagulls have gained a new appreciation for life and for each other. Everyone will enjoy sharing this heartwarming story that relates the importance of kindness, sharing, and gratitude. Tim Gilbert began his career in the financial services industry after graduating from the University of Richmond in 1991. In 1997, he obtained his MBA from Pace University. Tim currently lives in his hometown of Middletown, New Jersey with his wife, two children, and a crazy but lovable black labrador mix named Cooper. Tim's interest and passion for creative writing began in middle school and continues today, He has written several other children's stories in addition to a collection of poems and original songs.