Tonight I will be reading 2 holiday stories. The first storytelling is a sorrowful Christmas tale called “The Little Match Girl” by Hans Christian Anderson and is about a poor little girl who chooses to stay out in the cold to avoid going home and about her hopes and her dreams. The second storytelling is heartwarming story called “Little Piccola” by Nora A. Smith. This is an Italian holiday tale about a little girl who one day makes new friends and learns what Christmas is like for other children. 

The music in this episode:
First story (The Little Match Girl)"Psalm" by Anders Schill Paulsen and the second story (Little Piccola) "A Christmas Lullaby" by John B. Lund, courtesy of https://www.epidemicsound.com/


 
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Holiday Tales for Sleep: The Little Match Girl & Little Piccola

Each week Drift Off welcomes you with a soft melodic voice that will help you fall asleep to classic stories from the public domain. Every episode begins with a brief relaxation to help you settle in, followed by the bedtime reading. Accompanying the calming narration is a soft melody thoughtfully chosen to complement the storytelling. A harmonious blend perfectly designed to lull you to sleep.

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Welcome back my friend! Just a few months ago, we ventured into the Maida Series world with the first book of the series called "Maida's Little Shop" by Inez Haynes Irwin. A tale that warmed our hearts about a wealthy little girl who is sickly and lame and finds happiness living in an ordinary neighborhood with ordinary children while tending her little shop. 

Tonight we continue that journey with the second book called "Maida's Little House. We will go on a magical journey with Maida and all of her friends, while  they spend a happy summer together in a sweet little house in the country that has everything a child could wish for. So lie back and relax as we continue our journey once more into Maida's little world!  Wishing you the sweetest of dreamzzz...

Your friend, 
Joanne 

Attributions:
Intro music 'Tranquility Lane' by Dawn Dawn Dawn via Epidemic Sound
Narration music 'If We Go Now' by Moulins via Epidemic Sound  
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Maida is back! Maida's Little House Chapter 1 & 2 (Book 2 Maida's Series)

[CONTENT WARNING: This story contains imagery of weapons and hunting animals as they were needed for survival during the late 1800's. The story also has racist elements in its portrayal of Native American Indians and may be offensive to some listeners.  Although these racist elements are disturbing, it is part of our history and offers an opportunity for open and honest discussions about our past. Hopefully, it will be taken in the context of the times it was written in and portrayed.]

Tonight we have the continuation of the cherished classic story of Little House on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder as I read for you Chapters 23 & 24 Little House on the Prairie is the second book of the Little House series. This story is about a little girl named Laura Ingalls and her family who leave behind their little House in the Big Woods of Wisconsin and are now heading to Kansas. The story captures the essence of pioneer life through the eyes of a young Laura. She provides vivid descriptions of the challenges and joys of frontier living with detailed accounts of hunting trips, encounters with Native Americans, and the hardships they face as early settlers. This book has captured the hearts of both young and old, making it a cherished classic.

Enjoy and sweet dreams!
Joanne xo

Attributions
Music 'Tranquility Lane' by Dawn Dawn Dawn &  'On a Knee' by Golden Peas via  https://www.epidemicsound.com 
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Feel free to drop by on the podcast website to learn more about it!
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 Content Warning Disclaimer: This podcast is a sleep aid for adults. Most stories may be family friendly, however, adult supervision is required! We recommend that parents/guardians listen to the full episode first to decide whether or not the story is appropriate for their young listener. 

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Little House on the Prairie (Chapter 23 & 24)

Welcome back my friend!  Tonight’s bedtime story is a masterpiece penned by legendary Oscar Wilde called ‘The Nightingale and the Rose’, a beautiful story of love, sacrifice, and the beauty of nature. A tale that transports us to a garden not so different from one you might find in a dream, where a nightingale overhears a young student who is weeping over unattainable love and decides to embark on a heartfelt quest.  

The storytelling begins with a beautiful short guided relaxation with soothing sounds to help you relax and settle in.  The story also ends with a short relaxation to help you transition into a restful night's sleep.  I hope this episode helps you feel calm and at ease! I wish you the sweetest of dreams!
Your friend,
Joanne

Attributions
Intro music "Everything will be OK" by Sayuri Hayashi Egnell via Epidemic Sound
Story music "Adrift" by Christopher Lloyd Clarke via Enlightened Audio 
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Feel free to drop by on the podcast website to learn more about it!
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 Content Warning Disclaimer: This podcast is a sleep aid for adults. Most stories may be family friendly, however, adult supervision is required! We recommend that parents/guardians listen to the full episode first to decide whether or not the story is appropriate for their young listener. 

Safety Disclaimer: Podcast content is for entertainment purposes only and is not meant to be a replacement for medical, psychological or professional counselling. Only listen when you can relax safely.

The Nightingale and the Rose by Oscar Wilde & Calming Guided Bedtime Relaxation

[CONTENT WARNING: This story contains imagery of weapons and hunting animals as they were needed for survival during the late 1800's. The story also has racist elements in its portrayal of Native American Indians and may be offensive to some listeners.  Although these racist elements are disturbing, it is part of our history and offers an opportunity for open and honest discussions about our past. Hopefully, it will be taken in the context of the times it was written in and portrayed.]

Tonight we have the continuation of the cherished classic story of Little House on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder as I read for you Chapters 21 & 22. Little House on the Prairie is the second book of the Little House series. This story is about a little girl named Laura Ingalls and her family who leave behind their little House in the Big Woods of Wisconsin and are now heading to Kansas. The story captures the essence of pioneer life through the eyes of a young Laura. She provides vivid descriptions of the challenges and joys of frontier living with detailed accounts of hunting trips, encounters with Native Americans, and the hardships they face as early settlers. This book has captured the hearts of both young and old, making it a cherished classic.

Enjoy and sweet dreams!
Joanne xo

Attributions
Intro music 'Tranquility Lane' by Dawn Dawn Dawn via https://www.epidemicsound.com
Narration music 'On a Knee' by Golden Peas via  https://www.epidemicsound.com 
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Feel free to drop by on the podcast website to learn more about it!
https://www.driftoffpodcast.com

 Content Warning Disclaimer: This podcast is a sleep aid for adults. Most stories may be family friendly, however, adult supervision is required! We recommend that parents/guardians listen to the full episode first to decide whether or not the story is appropriate for their young listener. 

Safety Disclaimer: Podcast content is for entertainment purposes only and is not meant to be a replacement for medical, psychological or professional counselling. Only listen when you can relax safely.

Little House on the Prairie (Chapter 21 & 22)

Welcome back! Tonight's bedtime storytelling is 'The Tears of Prunella' by Evelyn Sharp. In this dreamy fairytale, we follow a young lad who is deaf due to an enchantment bestowed upon him by the whims of fairyland. This enchantment separates him from the world he so dearly wishes to be a part of and, with unwavering determination, he seeks to become a real boy—not for the sake of hearing the songs of birds or the rustle of the wind, but to hear the tears of his princess and offer the comfort that only true friendship can provide. 

As always, the story begins with a short 'settling in relaxation' followed by the storytelling. The soft background music will continue for short while after the storytelling to help you transition to sleep. Enjoy and sweet dreams!
Your friend,
Joanne :)

Attributions:
Intro music 'Tranquility Lane' by Dawn Dawn Dawn via Epidemic Sound
Story music 'Adrift' by Christopher Lloyd Clark
The Tears of Prunella (from the book 'The Other Side of the Sun) by Evelyn Sharp & resides in the public domain 
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Feel free to drop by on the podcast website to learn more about it!
https://www.driftoffpodcast.com

 Content Warning Disclaimer: This podcast is a sleep aid for adults. Most stories may be family friendly, however, adult supervision is required! We recommend that parents/guardians listen to the full episode first to decide whether or not the story is appropriate for their young listener. 

Safety Disclaimer: Podcast content is for entertainment purposes only and is not meant to be a replacement for medical, psychological or professional counselling. Only listen when you can relax safely.

Holiday Tales for Sleep: The Little Match Girl & Little Piccola

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