9.3 Story Time: Chapter 3 "The Fairy Glade Adventure"

Welcome to STORY TIME!

On my YouTube channel BookNook, I read books aloud in English and French but here at STORY TIME, I say stories that I wrote using special words from our listeners, and always in both languages.

Today’s story is Chapter 3! Please see Chapter 1 in episode 7.4 and Chapter 2 in episode 8.4 for the first parts of this tale.

This chapter is inspired by Marcelle and uses the words:  fairies, extraordinary, panda, turquoise & crazy.

If you’d like to contribute some words to a future story, please send me a message.

The theme for this month is Abundance, and the breathing practice is STAR Breathing.

Intro/Outro music by Jef Shadoan

Transcript

#3: Story Time with the words: fairies, extraordinary, panda, turquoise, crazy.

Hello, and welcome to Big Belly Breathing, welcome to Story Time. On my YouTube channel BookNook, I read books aloud but here at Story Time, I say stories that I wrote using special words from our listeners. Today’s story, chapter 3,  is inspired by Marcelle and uses the words:  fairies, extraordinary, panda, turquoise, crazy. If you’d like to contribute some words to a future story, please send me a message. 

Chapter 3: The Fairy Glade Adventure

Lily's adventures with the International Orange spice were becoming the highlight of her summer vacation. Each journey was filled with wonder and taught her new lessons about the world and herself. With a heart full of excitement and curiosity, she clutched the spice pouch tightly in her hand once more and whispered, "International Orange, show me a place of wonder."

In the blink of an eye, Lily found herself standing in an extraordinary forest, bathed in the soft, turquoise light of the early morning sun. The air was filled with the sweet fragrance of blooming flowers, and the gentle hum of bees could be heard in the distance. She marveled at the towering trees, whose leaves sparkled as if sprinkled with fairy dust. 

As she ventured deeper into the forest, Lily noticed delicate, glowing lights dancing among the flowers and leaves. These were not just any lights but fairies—tiny, graceful creatures with iridescent wings that shimmered in the sunlight. They flitted about, whispering secrets to the flowers and playing hide-and-seek among the branches. 

"Hello there," a soft voice greeted Lily from behind. She turned around to see a fairy hovering at eye level. Her wings were a brilliant turquoise, and her dress was woven from the petals of the forest's flowers. "My name is Seraphina. Welcome to the Fairy Glade."

Lily's eyes widened with delight. "Hello, Seraphina. I'm Lily. This place is extraordinary!"

Seraphina smiled warmly. "We're glad you think so. The Fairy Glade is a place of magic and harmony. But today, we have a special guest who needs our help." 

Before Lily could ask who the guest was, she heard a rustling sound behind her. Turning around, she saw the most unexpected sight—a panda! The panda was sitting under a tree, looking rather sad and out of place in the enchanted forest.

Seraphina flew over to the panda and gently patted its head. "This is Bao. He's lost and needs to find his way back to his home in China. The Fairy Glade brought him here, hoping we could help."

Lily approached Bao and knelt down beside him. "Hello, Bao. Don't worry, we'll help you find your way home."

Bao looked up at Lily with big, soulful eyes and gave a soft, appreciative grunt. 

Seraphina explained that the only way to help Bao was to find a magical map hidden somewhere in the glade. This map had the power to guide lost creatures back to their homes. But finding it wouldn't be easy. The map was protected by a series of enchanted challenges, each more tricky than the last.

Lily, Seraphina, and Bao set off on their quest. The first challenge was to cross a crazy maze of twisting vines that moved as they walked. With Seraphina's guidance and Lily's determination, they made it through the maze, leaving the shifting vines behind.

Next, they encountered a sparkling pond guarded by a wise old frog. To pass, they had to answer his riddle: "I speak without a mouth and hear without ears. I have no body, but I come alive with wind. What am I?" 

Lily thought for a moment and then smiled. "An echo."

The frog nodded and allowed them to pass, revealing a path lined with turquoise flowers leading to a towering, ancient tree.

At the base of the tree, they found a hollow filled with glowing scrolls. Lily picked one up, and as she unfurled it, she saw a map glowing with a magical light. Seraphina fluttered beside her, eyes twinkling with excitement. "This is it—the map that will guide Bao home!"

With the map in hand, the trio retraced their steps through the forest. As they walked, Lily felt a sense of accomplishment and happiness knowing they were helping Bao. When they reached the edge of the glade, Seraphina performed a small spell, and a shimmering portal appeared, showing the lush bamboo forests of China on the other side.

Bao looked at Lily and Seraphina with gratitude. He gave a gentle bow and then stepped through the portal, which closed softly behind him. 

Lily felt a warm glow of satisfaction as she realized the power of kindness and the magic of friendship. Seraphina flew up to her and said, "Thank you, Lily. You've shown great courage and compassion. The Fairy Glade is always open to friends like you."

With a final wave, Seraphina flew back into the forest, and Lily felt the familiar tug that signaled the end of her adventure. She whispered her farewell to the Fairy Glade and closed her eyes.

When she opened them again, she was back in San Francisco, standing by the waterfront as the fog began to lift, revealing the golden glimmer of the morning sun. She tucked the International Orange spice pouch safely in her pocket, feeling more connected to the magic within her and the world around her.

Already dreaming of her next adventure, Lily knew that each journey was a step towards discovering the endless possibilities of her own spirit.