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 youâve 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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At the Summer Fair
Our story tonight is called âAt the Summer Fairâ and itâs a story about a yearly tradition and how it changes in the different summers of your life. Itâs also about plums taken from the icebox, a handmade cup wrapped in paper, and strolling along the river as the streetlights blink on above you.
Someplace only we know
Our story tonight is called âSomeplace only we knowâ and itâs a story about being drawn out on a summer night to explore and feel the evening air on your face. Itâs also about a cup of lemon ice, riding down a hill on your bicycle, and remembering something sweet that youâd long ago forgotten.
Fireflies on a summer night
Our story tonight is called âFireflies on a summer nightâ and itâs a story about the magic language of lighting bugs. Itâs also about the cool quiet feeling of being all by yourself in the moonlight, words that start with the letter G, and a persistent enduring belief in magic.
Opening Up The Cottage
Our story tonight is called âOpening the cottageâ and itâs a story about the first day back in a well loved familiar place. Itâs also about the little traditions that make up the history of a family, a sandwich eaten on the end of a dock and the soft happy feeling of summer arriving.
The Lilac Thief
Our story tonight is called The Lilac Thief and itâs a story about finding the forgotten places where one can, in secret acquire some spring blooms. Itâs also about the curiosity we feel when we look into the windows of an old house, a cup of iced coffee drunk at a sidewalk cafe and the secret code of thieves.
Spring at the allotment
Our story tonight is called Spring at the allotment and itâs a story about setting up a garden of herbs and vegetables with a friend. Itâs also about a picnic basket full of sandwiches, turning over the soil with your hands and the pleasure of sewing seeds in neat rows on a bright sunny day.
In the Bakery
Our story tonight is called âIn the Bakeryâ and itâs a story about a weekend morning among bagels and breads. Itâs also about old cookbooks full of notes, being proud of what you do, and a secret ingredient handed down from baker to baker.
First this, then that.
Our story tonight is called First This, Then That and itâs a story about a bit of Spring cleaning on a sunny day. Itâs also about watching birds at their feeder, sharing things with your neighbors and the joy of finding something forgotten in old coat pocket.
Getaway
Our story tonight is called âGetawayâ and itâs a story about taking a break from the cold and ice. Itâs also about the feeling of falling asleep in the sun with a paperback book in your hand, the sound of the waves at night and the pleasant longing for your own bed at the end of time away.
Fog and Light
Our story tonight is called âFog and Lightâ and itâs a story about a day of simple pleasures meant to clear out the winter blues. Itâs also about a little girl in a red hat, the Latin names for rare flowers and good advice from an old friend.
A Little Romance
Our story tonight is called âA little romanceâ and itâs a story about the beginnings of Spring in the city. Itâs also about fond memories of young love, a picture tucked into the back of a wallet, and the sweet realization that someone somewhere is thinking of you.
Winter Walk
Our story tonight is called âWinter Walkâ and itâs a story about stepping through crisp layers of deep snow on a sunny cold day. Itâs also about a well-made bed, a sleeping kitty, and the welcome way that nature can take your breath away.