[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...

[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...

[CONTENT WARNING: The content in this story is NOT APPROPIATE for young listeners or anyone with a sensitive nature. The following story is a psychological mystery and may be disturbing to some listeners as it contains elements of violence, insanity, paranoia, and dismemberment of a human body.] Welcome to tonight's Halloween Episode where I will read 'The Tell-Tale Heart' by Edgar Allan Poe, published in 1863.  This short story is related by a narrator who tries to convince the listener...

For tonight's bedtime storytelling, I will be the final chapter (Chapter 14) from the Maida Book Series called  Maida’s Little Shop. This gentle story by Inez Haynes Irwin was published in 1909 and is about a sweet little girl named Maida who is sickly and lame. Her father is well known to be one of the most wealthiest men in America. He decides to buy her a little shop in Charlestown Massachusetts, to give her a purpose and to help restore her health. However, he has one condition, that she...

For tonight's bedtime storytelling, I will be reading Chapter 13 from the Maida Book Series called  Maida’s Little Shop. This gentle story by Inez Haynes Irwin was published in 1909 and is about a sweet little girl named Maida who is sickly and lame. Her father is well known to be one of the most wealthiest men in America. He decides to buy her a little shop in Charlestown Massachusetts, to give her a purpose and to help restore her health. However, he has one condition, that she not tell...

This is a preview of a bonus episode that is only available to Drift Off Premium members.  To listen to the entire episode, you can sign up at driftoff.supercast.com Tonight I will be reading a story called ‘The Birch and the Star’ by Gudrun Thorne Thomsen from the book “The Birch and the Star and Other Stories” published in 1915. This tale is about a young brother and his sister and their tiring but hopeful journey back home. Music in this episode is 'Near Dawn' by S. A. Kari via...

For tonight's bedtime storytelling, I will be reading Chapter 12 from the Maida Book Series called  Maida’s Little Shop. This gentle story by Inez Haynes Irwin was published in 1909 and is about a sweet little girl named Maida who is sickly and lame. Her father is well known to be one of the most wealthiest men in America. He decides to buy her a little shop in Charlestown Massachusetts, to give her a purpose and to help restore her health. However, he has one condition, that she not tell...

For tonight's bedtime storytelling, I will be reading Chapter 11  from the Maida Book Series called  Maida’s Little Shop. This gentle story by Inez Haynes Irwin was published in 1909 and is about a sweet little girl named Maida who is sickly and lame. Her father is well known to be one of the most wealthiest men in America. He decides to buy her a little shop in Charlestown Massachusetts, to give her a purpose and to help restore her health. However, he has one condition, that she not tell...

This is a preview of a bonus episode that is available only to Drift Off Premium members.  To access subscribe via Apple Podcasts or using the link  driftoff.supercast.com Tonight we have a heartwarming tale by Louisa May Alcott and some guided relaxation to help you drift off. The bedtime reading is a short little story by Louisa May Alcott published in 1865 about a compassionate young girl named Nelly. who is intrigued by the happenings of the civil war. Her brother comes back from war...

Tonight's bedtime storytelling is the continuation of Maida's Little Shop from the Maida's Book Series. During tonight's episode, I will be reading Chapter 10. This gentle story by Inez Haynes Irwin was published in 1909 and is about a sweet little girl named Maida who is sickly and lame. Her father is well known to be one of the most wealthiest men in America. He decides to buy her a little shop in Charlestown Massachusetts, to give her a purpose and to help restore her health. However, he...

Tonight’s storytelling is a tale from the book ‘The other side of the sun’. A compilation of 8 little stories by Evelyn Sharp. I will be reading the first story which is called “The Weird Witch of the Willow-Herb”. May this gentle storytelling bring you restful sleep. Sweet dreamzzz... Music in this episode is 'Letting Go of the Day' by Hannah Lindgren via https://www.epidemicsound.com Intro relaxation is a Yoga Nidra script by Taryn Diamond.  She trained me in the Teacher Restorative and...

For tonight's bedtime storytelling, I will be reading Chapter 9  from the Maida Book Series called  Maida’s Little Shop. This gentle story by Inez Haynes Irwin was published in 1909 and is about a sweet little girl named Maida who is sickly and lame. Her father is well known to be one of the most wealthiest men in America. He decides to buy her a little shop in Charlestown Massachusetts, to give her a purpose and to help restore her health. However, he has one condition, that she not tell...

For tonight's bedtime storytelling, I will be reading Chapter 8  from the Maida Book Series called  Maida’s Little Shop. This gentle story by Inez Haynes Irwin was published in 1909 and is about a sweet little girl named Maida who is sickly and lame. Her father is well known to be one of the most wealthiest men in America. He decides to buy her a little shop in Charlestown Massachusetts, to give her a purpose and to help restore her health. However, he has one condition, that she not tell...

For tonight's bedtime storytelling, I will be reading Chapter 7  from the Maida Book Series called  Maida’s Little Shop. This gentle story by Inez Haynes Irwin was published in 1909 and is about a sweet little girl named Maida who is sickly and lame. Her father is well known to be one of the most wealthiest men in America. He decides to buy her a little shop in Charlestown Massachusetts, to give her a purpose and to help restore her health. However, he has one condition, that she not tell...

This is a preview of bonus content available on Drift Off Premium.  To listen to the full episode visit driftoff.supercast.com Be lulled to sleep during this sleepy train ride guided meditation that will take you on a journey through the countryside. The hypnotic sounds of the train tracks and the gentle voice narration will help you relax deeply as you travel to your final destination...the land of restful sleep. Sweet dreamzzz... Music in this episode  Intro 'Tranquility Lane' by Dawn...

For tonight's bedtime storytelling, I will be reading Chapter 6  from the Maida Book Series called  Maida’s Little Shop. This gentle story by Inez Haynes Irwin was published in 1909 and is about a sweet little girl named Maida who is sickly and lame. Her father is well known to be one of the most wealthiest men in America. He decides to buy her a little shop in Charlestown Massachusetts, to give her a purpose and to help restore her health. However, he has one condition, that she not tell...

For tonight's bedtime storytelling, I will be reading Chapter 5  from the Maida Book Series called  Maida’s Little Shop. This gentle story by Inez Haynes Irwin was published in 1909 and is about a sweet little girl named Maida who is sickly and lame. Her father is well known to be one of the most wealthiest men in America. He decides to buy her a little shop in Charlestown Massachusetts, to give her a purpose and to help restore her health. However, he has one condition, that she not tell...

This is a preview of a bonus episode that is only available to Drift Off Premium members.  To listen to the entire episode, you can sign up at driftoff.supercast.com Tonight we have a sleepy Norwegian folktale to help you get sleepy. It is called 'The Widow's Son' by Peter Christen Asbjørnsen and Jørgen Engebretsen Moe.  I haven't read this story before so we will discover together what this story is all about :) May this bedtime reading help you drift off peacefully! Sweet...

For tonight's bedtime storytelling, I will be reading Chapter 4 from the Maida Book Series called  Maida’s Little Shop. This gentle story by Inez Haynes Irwin was published in 1909 and is about a sweet little girl named Maida who is sickly and lame. Her father is well known to be one of the most wealthiest men in America. He decides to buy her a little shop in Charlestown Massachusetts, to give her a purpose and to help restore her health. However, he has one condition, that she not tell...

Tonight’s storytelling is a request by one of my Premium members. She wrote me recently telling me how the podcast has been helping her sleep better and that she loves the stories by Canadian author Lucy Maud Montgomery. So tonight’s episode is dedicated to Janet as I read  Miss Sally’s Letters which was published in 1910.  Thank you Janet for your kind message and support. May this bedtime reading bring you restful sleep and peaceful dreamzzz... Music in this episode is 'Dimma' by Van...

This is a preview of bonus content available on Drift Off Premium.  To listen to the full episode visit driftoff.supercast.com Drift into a blissful deep sleep with this gentle guided sleep meditation that surrounds you in love and light. Allow your breath, body, and mind to soften and relax feeling safe and supported as you drift off peacefully. Become a Drift Off Premium member today and receive: intro and ad-free listening to all episodes access to 2 monthly bonus episodes access...

This is a preview of a bonus episode that is only available to Drift Off Premium members.  To listen to the entire episode, you can sign up at driftoff.supercast.com Tonight's storytelling is a classic fairytale by the Brothers Grimm called Mother Holle about a widow and her 2 daughters. One daughter is her own daughter, who is unattractive and unkind and whom Mother Holle loves dearly. The other is her step-daughter, who of course is quite lovely as usual with these vintage stories..is...

Tonight I will be reading chapter 1 and 2 from the childhood storybook called David and the Phoenix by Edward Ormondroyd. This beautiful story is about a young boy’s adventures with a phoenix where he learns valuable lessons about life. I hope you enjoy this bedtime story and I wish you sweet dreamzzz... A big shout out THANK YOU to Vicki who is one of my Premium Drift Off members. She requested this beautiful story which was once her favorite childhood storybook! Thank you Vicky!! I can't...

CONTENT WARNING: This story is a vintage fairytale containing sensitive descriptions that may be triggering or upsetting and is not suitable for very young listeners. Parents should always listen to the whole story first before deciding whether the story is appropriate for their child. Tonight’s bedtime storytelling is the story of Hansel and Gretel, a German fairytale collected by the Brother’s Grimm, about siblings are are abandoned in the forest and fall into the hands of a witch who...

Tonight I will be reading the famous classic fairy-tale called The Ugly Duckling, by Hans Christian Anderson. A tale of a duckling who is discriminated by his family and fellow barnyard animals because he does not look like them. This tales leans towards the theme of bullying and discrimination and the importance of being true to yourself. May this storytelling help you drift off peacefully! Sweet dreamzzz... WARNING: This is a vintage fairy tale and may contain imagery and language that may...