A hard day’s work can be very satisfying. Being productive is rewarding for many reasons, one of which is a sense of accomplishment. There are, however, times when being productive sounds tough. Sometimes you just want to relax and enjoy the day, maybe throw a party or two. That’s not a big deal every once in a while. Everyone needs a day off here and there, but if it becomes an everyday thing it can become a problem. This is especially the case if you make someone else do all of the work. We have some stories today to help keep you motivated and some about those who weren’t very motivated. We’ll hear from tellers like Eshu Bumpus, Tim Lowry, Jim Weiss, and more.

On today’s episode, enjoy the following:

“Poule and Blatte” by Priscilla Howe from Chickens! And Other Stories for Young Listeners (2:49)

Radio Family Journal: "Dear to the Heart of the Shepherd" by Sam Payne (16:00)

The Daily Mix: “Quilts” with Bruce Walker (22:07)

“Lion on the Path” by Eshu Bumpus from Dancing Granny and Other Tales to Boogie to (30:19)

“How the Camel Got His Hump” by Tim Lowry from The Elephant’s Child and Other Animal Stories (39:19)

“Fishing for the Big One” by Donna Ingham from Our Boy C.Y. (And His Sweet Young Thing of a Wife) (46:53)

“City Mouse & The Country Mouse” by Jim Weiss from Animal Tales (53:32)