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 you’ve 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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Piano Piano

Our story tonight is called Piano, Piano, and it’s a story about replacing rush with something more settled and helpful. It’s also about a walk and a watering can, a dishcloth and a deep breath, and the useful lessons we can learn at any age.

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Slightly More Happens - May Mischief

Our stories tonight feature a fan favorite character who has been known to get up to some gentle floral-related trouble. We’ll come along for a lilac heist in the countryside, then spend some time restoring an old house, and finally visiting the farmer’s market for a bit of community service.

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A Month of Sundays (Encore)

Our story tonight is called A Month of Sundays, and it’s a story about finding a way to make time for rest and enjoyment. It’s also about a tin box of recipe cards, a neatly made bed with the corners folded down, aunts and idioms, porch swings and school buses, and the delight of one of the best days of the week.

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The Wind Phone

Our story tonight is called The Wind Phone, and it’s a story about a gentle way to say what’s heavy on your heart. It’s also about wood chips and lilacs, a private spot protected by trees, and lifting a handset to set down some grief.

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Tiny House (Encore)

Our story tonight is called Tiny House, a gentle and comforting story about settling into a smaller space and discovering the ease that comes with it.

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