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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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Sleeping Weather
Our story tonight is called âSleeping Weather,â and itâs a story about a break from the heat and humidity. Itâs also about the view from the porch swing at night, deer walking quietly through the corn fields and clearing your mind with paper and pen, and the end of the day.
The Librarian
Our story tonight is called âThe Librarian.â Itâs a story about the quiet of the closed-up library at the end of the day. Itâs also about the books that sometimes get overlooked on the top shelf, a string of lights over an outdoor table, and knowing what your next book will be.
The Corner Store
Our story tonight is called The Corner Store and itâs a story about the aisles of the neighborhood grocery where there are always interesting things to discover. Itâs also about a display of school supplies, a recipe from a neighbor and the feeling of belonging in a particular place.
Old Friends
Our story tonight is called Old Friends, and itâs a story about plans falling apart so that something even better can fall together. Itâs also about a spoonful of sugar stirred into a cup of hot coffee, the ease of being with those who know you best, and a movie marathon watched from the couch while the rain comes down.
Raining Cats and Dogs
Our story tonight is called Raining Cats and Dogs, and itâs a story about a playdate for a few furry friends. Itâs also about someoneâs first trip to the groomers, lightning flashing through the curtains, and looking out at the rain as a kitty purrs in your arms.
Yard Sale or Another Manâs Treasure
Our story tonight is called Yard Sale or Another Manâs Treasure, and itâs a story about a neighborhood event on a summer day. Itâs also about sidewalk chalk art, a collection of salt and pepper shakers, and red petunias growing in a flower box.
The Potterâs Wheel
Our story tonight is called The Potterâs Wheel, and itâs a story about the pleasures of making something with your own two hands. Itâs also about laundry drying on the line, a little room that is just for you, and initials etched into the bottom of a vase.
Beach Walk
Our story tonight is called Beach Walk, and itâs a story about meeting the morning light where the water meets the land. Itâs also about the first step into the cool water, a dog chasing a stick into the waves, and a beach towel laid out neatly in the sand.
Fireflies on a Summer Night ENCORE
Our story tonight is called âFireflies on a summer night,â 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.
Summer at the Inn, Part 3
Our story tonight is the last installment in our Summer at the Inn series, at least for now. Itâs a story about a book waiting to be picked up and read. Itâs also about a cool sleeping porch, empty and quiet in the afternoon, a cup of sweet espresso, and having a bit of time all to yourself.
Summer at the Inn, Part 2
Our story tonight is taking us back to the Inn for part 2 in this series. Itâs a story about a busy afternoon for the innkeeper. Itâs also about watermelons, ripe and ready to cut, a dinner bell ringing on the porch, and how good it feels to care for and be cared for. So get cozy and ready to sleep.
Summer at the Inn
Our story tonight is called Summer at the Inn and itâs a story about a morning by the lake at the great old house. Itâs also about setting a table with care, a blue jay sitting at a feeder, and how to borrow someone elseâs joy and wear it as your own. So get cozy and ready to sleep.
Hummingbird
Our story tonight is called Hummingbird and itâs a story about the calm after the storm. Itâs also about a cool glass of iced coffee drunk on the front steps, a visitor to the helenium flowers, and making a habit out of noticing when things are good.
Rain and Shine
Our story tonight is called âRain and Shineâ and itâs a story about a solid dayâs effort in the garden followed by a long shower and dinner as the storm clouds roll in. Itâs also about the way the rain sounds falling on the roof, walnuts and pumpkin seeds and a night of excellent sleeping weather.
At the Drive-in
Our story tonight is called At the Drive-In and itâs a story about a chance meeting on a summer evening. Itâs also about bubbles and whirligigs, stretching out on a blanket as the screen flickers to life, and the fun that can come when you stop overthinking and just say yes.
Flower day at the market
Our story tonight is called Flower Day at the Market and itâs a story about the signs of summer showing up in parks and gardens and the market. Itâs also about sidewalk sales, a guitar being tuned, and fresh growing things as far as the eye can see.
The Bicycle Shop
Our story tonight is called The Bicycle Shop and itâs a story about a dream that finds its time and place to come true. Itâs also about shiny chrome bumpers, a mug of coffee drunk in the quiet of the shop in the morning, and what can happen when you stop waiting to feel ready.