This is the final chapter of Wingspan, closing out Magpie and Luca's story, and opening us up to Farfalla's... but that will come at another time. More specifically, it will come in January of 2023 with season 3 of The Skylark Bell podcast in which we'll read SkyeDive, the third and final book in the Skylark Trilogy.
Be sure to listen to the end of this episode for the premier of a new song by Cannelle, inspired by this story, called Embers & Ash. Both the version featured in this episode as well as an acoustic version are available to Patreon subscribers, join us at http://www.patreon.com/melissaoliveri
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FULL TRANSCRIPT:
Things with Wings Productions presents: Episode 38 of The Skylark Bell, Wingspan. I am your host, Melissa Oliveri.
In our previous episode, Magpie, still living as Farfalla, tried to warn her younger self of what the future holds before she passed away, but her plan was foiled by the appearance of Dealan-de.
In today’s episode we read Chapter 38 – Epilogue - in which we learn a little bit more about what happened after those final moments.
This is the final chapter of Wingspan, the 2nd book in The Skylark Trilogy. Season 3 will feature the third and final book, titled SkyeDive, which will delve into the story of the original Farfalla, and how life, distance, and time can transform a person.
Between now and the start of season 3 in January, I will be sharing various original stories, including a couple of Halloween specials, and some tales from my other podcast, A Carefully Built Pretend. I also do monthly live storytimes on my Instagram account, @ the skylark bell (just check the show notes for links).
Be sure to listen through to the end of this episode for the premiere of a brand new song called Embers and Ash, which was inspired by the tragic tale of Magpie and Lucas.
Now, it’s time to settle in… grab a blanket, and a warm drink… Here is the short and sweet finale of The Skylark Bell - Wingspan.
I sit and stare at her body for a long time, slowly running my eyes over her face. Perhaps it is what my face would have looked like, eventually. A roadmap of smiles, frowns, and tears etched over the course of decades. I can’t help but admire that wild, white, wavy hair that never allowed itself to be tamed over the course of more than a century. It is remarkable, I suppose.
I must admit, she caught me by surprise when she grabbed my arm! How clever of her to use me as a conduit to take her a few paces into the future. I can’t help but feel some respect for her, and some sadness. After all, she is family.
Of course, her little stunt won’t work.
But you already know that.
I’ve already thrown her diary into the fireplace. The only story that matters is mine.
But that is a story for another time…
Thank you so much for listening. This concludes Season 2 of The Skylark Bell. I truly hope you’ve enjoyed the story and following Magpie and Lucas’ adventures through distance and time. Be sure to subscribe so you can be notified when Season 3 launches in January! This time, we’ll be revisiting the story from Farfalla’s persepective – and this time we’re talking about the REAL Farfalla.
The Skylark Bell is brought to you by Phaeton Starling Publishing and features original music by Cannelle. I would love for you to join me on Patreon for additional content and be sure to follow my social media accounts where I share regular updates and previews. The Skylark Bell has become an award winning podcast thanks to your support and listenership with season 1 winning Best Podcast in the Multi-Dimension Independent Film Festival, Finalist in the Swedish International Film Festival, and being a Selection in both Flicker’s Rhode Island Film Festival and Minnesota Web Fest.
Once again, thank you, this story, this podcast, wouldn’t be possible without your support and listenership. Now I’m off to write more mystical magical stories, but I’ll be back in no time, no time at all...
Embers & Ash
I’ll be gone from the wreckage
Leaving it all behind
Holding fast to the water
Slipping through my fingers
It’s the wrong time, the wrong time,
the wrong time for us
Twisted hearts in the rubble
Split souls in their wake
We were tired and troubled
Star crossed and ill fated
It’s the wrong time, the wrong time,
the wrong time for us
It can’t be time to say goodbye (don’t go)
I’ll hold on to the embers
Burning in my palm
‘Til they’re nothing but ashes
Floating under the same sun
It was the wrong time, the wrong time
The wrong time for us
