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Tell Me A Bedtime Story, presented by Dr. Lori and FriendsTell Me A Bedtime Story - I'm Dreaming of A Brown Christmas, written by Steven Gray and Vernon Gibbs, and Read by Keith DavidIt is a pleasure to present our friend Keith David, who will read a wonderful story for the holiday season, titled "I’m Dreaming of A Brown Christmas," by Steven Gray and Vernon Gibbs. "I’m Dreaming of A Brown Christmas" was inspired by the lyrics of the classic Christmas song, “White Christmas,” but as imagined through the eyes of a young African American child living in the city. You will also be pleasantly surprised by the music accompanying Keith’s reading of "I’m Dreaming of A Brown Christmas," which was composed by Steven Gray. Although this song is a holiday son...2022-01-1007 minTell Me A Bedtime Story, presented by Dr. Lori and FriendsI Am Every Good Thing ~ Read by: Maria HowellIt is a pleasure for me to bring our friend Maria Howell back to the Tell Me A Bedtime Story Podcast Series. Maria is back by popular demand. I hope you heard her first reading of The Giving Tree. Her rendition was phenomenal. Maria’s second reading is titled I Am Every Good Thing written by Derrick Barnes and beautifully illustrated by Gordon C. James. This book is another must have for your bookshelf. In this story, Maria will share what it takes to become every good thing that makes the world go round!...2021-09-0211 min
Tell Me A Bedtime Story, presented by Dr. Lori and FriendsEpisode 7 KayFor tonight's bedtime story, our friend Kay Solomon reads a Bantu Folktale titled The Name of the Tree by Celia Barker Lottridge. I am sure you will enjoy this tale about a quest to learn the name of a tree in order for the animals in the forest to obtain food. We are so happy to have Kay read for us again. We know how much you enjoyed her first reading, and as usual she does not disappoint with this bedtime story. Please share the Tell Me A Bedtime Story Podcast Series with friends and family. Also, like...2021-08-1018 min
Tell Me A Bedtime Story, presented by Dr. Lori and FriendsTell Me A Bedtime Story Season Two - Story Six - The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein, Read by Maria HowellA. A. Milne said, If ever there is a tomorrow we are not together, there is something you must always remember. You are braver than you believer, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. But the most important thing is, even if we're apart, I'll always be with you. I think this is a perfect quote for this bedtime story selection, The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein. I am excited that this episode is being read by one of The Foundation's friends, actress, jazz vocalist and composer Maria Howell. I promise you will love her rend...2021-06-2411 minTell Me A Bedtime Story, presented by Dr. Lori and FriendsTell Me A Bedtime Story with Dr. Lori and Friends - Moon's Cloud Blanket, Read by: Kay SolomonThis bedtime story is brought to you by our friend Kay Solomon. I am ex is reading a delightful Native American tale titled Moon's Cloud Blanket. Have you ever wondered why we have weeping willow trees? Listen to this bedtime story and you may find the possible answer! This weeks meditation speaks about the resilience we have and often forget because of all of the noise that is going on around us, and we often let guide our lives.Enjoy!2021-05-0613 minTell Me A Bedtime Story, presented by Dr. Lori and FriendsTell Me A Bedtime Story - Season Two by Dr. Lori and Friends - The World Needs More Purple People by Kristen Bell and Benjamin HartIt is a pleasure for me to bring you excerpts from a wonderful story by Kristen Bell and Benjamin Hart titled, "The World Needs More Purple People." My favorite colors have always been blue and white. Until three years ago, I had never added another color to the list of favorites. Then, I discovered the color purple. When I came across this book, the title intrigued me, so I thought I would bring it to The Bedtime Story Series because the story also made me smile. In this wonderful story, Kristen Bell and Benjamin Hart tell you why the best...2021-04-2713 minTell Me A Bedtime Story, presented by Dr. Lori and FriendsThe Missing Piece Meets The Big O by Shel Silverstein - Season Two Story TwoThe Tell Me A Bedtime Story Podcast is brought to you by The James M. Dixon Foundation. Stories are read by Dr. Lori and friends. Tonight's story is another wonderful tale by Shel Silverstein, titled The Missing Piece Meets the Big O. Last week, you listened to Shel Silverstein’s The Missing Piece, it is a pleasure to bring you the follow-up, The Missing Piece Meets the Big O. The missing piece sat alone, waiting for someone to come along and take it somewhere. The different ones it encounters and what the missing piece discovers, are described simply and comp...2021-04-1310 minTell Me A Bedtime Story, presented by Dr. Lori and FriendsTell Me A Bedtime Story Season Two - Story One - The Missing Piece by Shel Silverstein Without MusicWelcome to the Tell Me A Bedtime Story Podcast , brought to you by The James M. Dixon Foundation. I am Dr. Lori and I am excited to read tonight’s story. It is a pleasure for me to bring to you a wonderful tale by Shel Silverstein, titled The Missing Piece. It was missing a piece, and it was not happy. So, it set off in search of its missing piece. What it finds on its search for the missing piece is simply and touchingly told in this story that explores the nature of quest and fulfillment.Re...2021-04-0309 minTell Me A Bedtime Story, presented by Dr. Lori and FriendsTell Me A Bedtime Story Season TwoWelcome to the Tell Me a Bedtime Story Podcast Series. Thank you joining us for our second season. It's great to have you back. I am really excited for this new season! This episode describes the Bedtime Story Series and what's new for this season. For this season, we have selected some wonderful books and extraordinary readers. Some readers will be familiar to you. We are also including a short meditation, at the end of each story, as well as a little music for you to enjoy.Please visit our website on March 30th @ tellmeabedtimestory.com, and feel f...2021-03-1908 minTell Me A Bedtime Story, presented by Dr. Lori and FriendsTell Me A Bedtime Story, Bedtime Stories Series with Dr. Lori Presents: "The Black Sheep of The Family by Thomas Davis, IIIWelcome to the Tell Me a Bedtime Story, Bedtime Stories Series, with Dr. Lori. This bedtime story is titled Black Sheep of the Family, by Thomas Davis, III. This is a short story published by Carolyn Banks and Janis Rizzo, in their collection of short stories titled A Loving Voice. This short story explores the tale of Uncle Bud and his unexpected demise, after first retelling the story of the narrator's unfortunate Sunday dinner with the Baptist preacher and a fork full of slimy, smelly okra. This story is a little country, a little silly, and filled with...2020-07-0619 minTell Me A Bedtime Story, presented by Dr. Lori and FriendsTell Me A Bedtime Story - Bedtime Story Series by Dr. Lori - The Book One, by Kathryn OtoshiThis book is a good bedtime story for adults, as well as children. Most of our bedtime stories are for older adults. However, this one is equally enjoyable.The book One has won 15 awards for Kathryn Otoshi, as she describes how the characters, who are colors and numbers, work their way through a dilemma with Red. Although the book seems a little simplistic, it has a lot of meaning. Sometimes, if we take a moment to think about our situations and concerns, we can almost always come up with a winning solution for everyone, even if we are...2020-06-3008 minTell Me A Bedtime Story, presented by Dr. Lori and FriendsPreview to the Bedtime Story "One" by Kathryn OtoshiThis is Dr.Lori and I want to welcome you back to our Bedtime Stories Podcast Series. I am looking forward to reading the wonderfully simple, yet extremely meaningful and mindful book One by Kathryn Otoshi. This book gives you something to think about when things are not going the way you know they should, however, you are not quite sure what to do. Ms. Otoshi de-personalizes the book by removing names and using colors and numbers. In the end, you will find that she has written a powerful book, with a powerful message that at the beginning may seem...2020-06-2702 minTell Me A Bedtime Story, presented by Dr. Lori and FriendsTell Me A Bedtime Story: A Walk in the Wood Episode TwoThis is the second reading by Dr. Lori of A Walk in the Wood by Joseph and Nancy Parent. During this reading, Pooh participates in several mindfulness practices of being in the here and now, as he aimlessly wanders throughout various areas of The Wood. During his aimless wandering he encounters two of his friends, Roo and Piglet, and encourages them to join him on his adventure.2020-06-0224 min
Tell Me A Bedtime Story, presented by Dr. Lori and FriendsTell Me A Bedtime Story: Episode One "A Walk in the Wood" by Dr. Joseph and Nancy ParentThe Tell Me A Bedtime Story series was developed for older adults, especially adults who like to have books read to them, adults with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, and older adults who may need a little help falling to sleep. Each week, Dr. Lori will read 12-15 minutes of a calm, mindful story specially selected for this population of adults. Although the readings are developed for a specific population, they are also useful for all age groups, and many of the episodes, especially the first few, are helpful for Caregivers. Dr. Lori's calm and quiet manner of...2020-05-2513 min