Our story tonight is called The Piano and it’s a story about an out of tune instrument ready for a new owner. It’s also about birds with glimmering feathers, an old Victorian house full of treasures and a friendship formed from an act of generosity. We give to a different charity each week. This week we are giving to the janegoodallinstitute.org They find practical ways to make the greatest lasting impact for people, animals, and the environment. Subscribe to our ad-free and bonus feeds at nothingmuchhappens.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nothing much happens; bedtime stories to help you sleep

The Piano

Our story tonight is called The Lilac Grower and it’s a story about a beloved flower that blooms briefly in the spring. It’s also about a clothesline strung with a new cord, a serendipitous meeting on a dirt road and a reminder of how to be a good and gentle neighbor. We give to a different charity each week. This week we are giving to worldliteracyfoundation.org They envision a world in which every one of us can read and write, in which there is free access to education for all.” Some of the ways you support us so that we can support others is to rate and review the podcast, share it with friends, buy my book or ask your library to order it, or to subscribe to our premium feeds. Learn more at nothingmuchhappens.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lilac Grower

Our story tonight is called Dandelions and Mayapples and it’s a story about a trip down to the creek on a spring afternoon. It’s also about a bench on the bank where the sound of the water echoes, rhododendrons, and stone steps, and giving yourself grace to ebb and flow. We give to a different charity each week and this week we are giving to BookAidhttps://bookaid.org/ They work for a world where everyone has access to books that will enrich, improve and change their lives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dandelions and Mayapples

Our story tonight is called At the Tower Mill and it’s a story about the sails of a windmill turning in the Spring breeze. It’s also about a warm morning and breakfast in the open air, cherry trees, carved burstone and the things that bring neighbors together.Thanks to your support, we give to a different charity each week. This week we are giving to Habitat for Humanityhttps://www.habitat.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the Tower Mill

Let's celebrate five years of bedtime stories and sweet dreams together with this special Q&A episode with Kathryn and Bob! While still relaxing and calm, this episode is best saved for a time other than bedtime.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Five Year Anniversary Special!

Our story tonight is called “Old Houses” and it’s a story about a wandering amble through an unknown neighborhood. It’s also about a forgotten piece of music in an old piano bench, a penny pressed into a sidewalk and the stories we tell about the places we live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Old Houses (Reprise)

Our story tonight is called Back Home Again and it is the final chapter (for now) in the great saga of Marmalade the cat and her dog friends, Crumb and Birdy. It’s about the end of a trip away and the memories that are carried home after. It’s also about a sunny plaza and cups of lemonade, falling in love and a tea party that serves catnip and biscuits. Thanks to your support, we give to a different charity each week. This week we are giving to Best Friends Animal Society“working to save the lives of cats and dogs all across America, giving pets second chances and happy homes.” http://www.bestfriends.org Learn more about all things Nothing Much at http://www.nothingmuchhappens.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back Home Again

Our story tonight is called Marmalade at the Inn Part three because I just have too much to tell you about Marmalade the cat, and her dog friends Crumb and Birdy. It’s a story about a bit of the Inn’s history. It’s also about fresh sheets, a package waiting at the front door, and the sweet sound of ringing bells.We give to a different charity each week and this week we are giving to Old Dog Haven “Using a large network of foster homes to provide loving, safe homes for unadoptable senior dogs in need.” https://olddoghaven.orgSubscribe to our premium and premium plus feeds: https://nothingmuchhappens.supportingcast.fmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marmalade at the Inn Part 3

Our story tonight is called Marmalade at the Inn Part Two and if you didn’t hear part one, it couldn’t matter less. It’s a story about the beautiful old Inn that sits on the edge of the lake and the Innkeeper who takes care of all who stay there. It’s also about enjoying a new routine, the healing result of a bit of affection, and a bright morning at the end of a long winter.We give to a different charity each week and this week we are supporting True Colors United, working to implement innovative solutions to youth homelessness that focus on the unique experiences of LGBTQ+ young people. https://truecolorsunited.orghttps://linktr.ee/nothingmuchhappensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marmalade at the Inn Part 2

Our story tonight is called “Sticks and Stones” and it’s a story about solitude and slowing down for a long walk. It’s also about a stream full of colored rocks, one man’s treasure and a spot in the forest for admiring beautiful things.Sign up for Premium Plus here: https://nothingmuchhappens.supportingcast.fmhttps://linktr.ee/nothingmuchhappensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sticks and Stones (special bonus)

Our story tonight is called Marmalade at the Inn and it’s a story about a few days at the Inn on the Lake. It’s also about dog beds laid out in front of the fire, three cups of coffee poured in the library and a small adventure for three of our favorite souls in the village of Nothing Much.This week we are giving to the charity Blessings in a Backpack whose purpose is to mobilize communities, individuals, and resources to provide food on the weekends for school-aged children across America who might otherwise go hungry.”https://www.blessingsinabackpack.orghttps://linktr.ee/nothingmuchhappensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marmalade at the Inn

Our story tonight is called Catnap and it’s a story about Marmalade the cat and Crumb the dog as they find ways to play through the winter. It’s also about a spark of something sweet that begins to grow between friends, a pup cup enjoyed on a heated patio and a suitcase ready to be packed.We give to a different charity each week and this week we are giving to Crisis Response Canines, whose mission is to provide strength, comfort, and emotional support to individuals, families, communities, and first responders experiencing intense traumatic emotions in the aftermath of critical incidents.https://www.crisiscanines.orghttps://linktr.ee/nothingmuchhappensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catnap

Our story tonight is called Snowfall at the Bakery Part Three and it’s a story about the snowmen in the park and the sledding hill beside them. It’s also about a memory of a grandfather in front of the fire, a pocketful of dog treats, and the simple joy of playing in the snow.This week we are giving to the Turkish Red Crescent http://www.kizilay.org.tr/https://linktr.ee/nothingmuchhappensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Snowfall at the Bakery Part 3

Our story tonight is called Snowfall at the Bakery Part Two and it’s a story about closing up shop and stepping out into falling flakes. It’s also about a bag full of wrapped treats, knowing today that you’ll be snowed in tomorrow, and a lost glove on its way back to its owner. We give to charitable organizations each week and this week we are giving to Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS) https://www.sams-usa.net/ “SAMS works on the front lines of crisis relief in Syria and beyond to alleviate suffering, save lives, and support medical professionals.https://linktr.ee/nothingmuchhappensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Snowfall at the Bakery Part 2

Our story tonight is called Snowfall at the Bakery and it’s a story about the reappearance of winter after a few weeks of mild weather. It’s also about hot chocolate made with care, schoolchildren let out early and the prospect of snowmen in the park.We give to a different charity each week and this week we are giving to National Alliance to End Homelessness at endhomelessness.org They are committed to preventing and ending homelessness in the United States.”https://linktr.ee/nothingmuchhappensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Snowfall at the Bakery

Having trouble sleeping?  Join Yoga and meditation teacher Kathryn Nicolai for bedtime stories where nothing much happens to help you relax and sleep peacefully. The stories are 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. Buy the book now! http://hyperurl.co/NothingMuchHappens

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Nothing much happens; bedtime stories to help you sleep

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