From the village of nothing much...
Let's get sleepy
Bedtime stories are like a soft landing spot for your mind. Rather than letting your brain race through the same thoughts youโve been chasing all day, we are taking a detour to a calm and comfy place. We tell the story twice and go a bit slower the second time. Each week, we support a meaningful non-profit organization. Explore the causes we've contributed to in past episodes.
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A New Leaf
Our story tonight is called โA New Leafโ and itโs a story about starting off the new year with a fresh book to write your plans in. Itโs also about a memory of something magical, a cup of coffee on a cold day and the pleasure of a freshly sharpened pencil.
Christmas Eve
Our story tonight is called "Christmas Eve" and itโs a story about being with the ones you love at a special time of year. Itโs also about plates of home-baked treats, thinking back to the holidays of childhood and the everyday miracle that is dogs.
Getting the Tree
Our story tonight is called โGetting the Treeโ and itโs a story about a Holiday tradition thatโs been updated from childhood, itโs also about a champagne toast, sharing a quiet moment and the kindness of a stranger.
Bustle in the City
Our story tonight is called โBustle in the Cityโ and itโs a story about watching the streets of downtown come to life on a dark December night. Itโs also about the merriness of seeing friends at the height of the holiday season, the quiet refuge of a room of oneโs own, and sending your love in a letter to someone far far away.
The day after Thanksgiving
Our story tonight is called โThe Day after Thanksgivingโ and itโs a story about enjoying the quiet after a big day, and looking forward to the season to come. Itโs also about being in your pajamas for as long as you like, the best way to pop popcorn, and some happy traditions.
A rainy day, making soup
Our story tonight is called โA rainy day, making soupโ and itโs a story about feeling lit up from the inside when it gets dark and gloomy out. Itโs also about a drink of something special, a welcome home kiss and falling asleep on the sofa while dinner is being made.
A Cool Walk and a Hot Bath
A cool walk and a hot bath" and itโs a story about those particular days right on the edge of Autumn and Winter when the wind is changing and there are pleasures to be found in being outside and in being in. Itโs also about saying hello to a friend, the joy of unwrapping a gift, and watching the seasons change.
Ducks in a Row
Our story tonight is called โDucks in a Rowโ and itโs a story about a slow-paced Sunday, several cups of tea, and having the time to do the things you need to. Itโs also about a shared loaf of banana bread, watching a cold wind blow through the last leaves of autumn, and feeling cared for and ready for a new week.
Halloween, in an Old House
Our story tonight is called "Halloween, in an old house" and itโs a story about making friends with whoever you share your space with. Itโs also about getting to be someone else for a bit and the contagious excitement of children on one of their favorite nights of the year.
At the Mill, with Pumpkins and Cider
Our story tonight is called โAt the Mill, with Pumpkins and Ciderโ and itโs a story about an afternoon in the cool autumn air doing some favorite things. Itโs also about taking the time to let a moment unfold, a childhood memory, and a shared cup of cider.
At the Farmers Market, on a Fall Morning
Our story tonight is called โAt the Farmerโs Market, on a Fall Morningโ and itโs a story about the abundance of autumn and the bustle of a busy neighborhood market. Itโs also about the feeling of looking forward to the winter and of looking back to being a child.
In the Library
Our story tonight is called โIn the Libraryโ and itโs a story about a day spent in the cool quiet company of books. Itโs also about an early morning cup of coffee, the first cool days of Autumn and the excitement of a new book.