Podcasts about Aesop

Yesterday at the library with my girls, a lightbulb went off in my head

This short tale, “The Kites and the Swans,” explains the importance of realizing your own blessings instead of attempting to be like someone else.  Written by Aesop and read by Amber Barkefelt.  A Production of We Are One Body® Audio Theatre.

A certain poor Widow had one solitary Sheep. shearing time, wishing to take his fleece, and to avoid expense, she sheared him herself, but used the... #story AcreSoft Story Classic https://acresoft.contactin.bioThere is who is scattering, and yet is increased, And who is keeping back from uprightness, only to want. Proverbs 11:24 YLTThere is that scattereth, and increaseth yet more; And there is that withholdeth more than is meet, but [it tendeth] only to want. Proverbs 11:24 ASVBT

Shabarsha is big, strong, and very clever—but he never wants to work. One day, he comes up with a tricky plan by the river. Will it lead to trouble or treasure?

Shabarsha is big, strong, and very clever—but he never wants to work. One day, he comes up with a tricky plan by the river. Will it lead to trouble or treasure?

Struggling to fall asleep? Distract your mind with stories from Aesop's Fables. Drift off to many familiar stories like the Owl and the Grasshopper and the Wolf and the Kid. Aesop, a storyteller from Ancient Greece, has been credited with fables told over several centuries after his death. Support the podcast and enjoy ad-free and bonus episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts. For other podcast platforms go to https://justsleeppodcast.com/supportOr, you can support with a one time donation at buymeacoffee.com/justsleeppodOrder your copy of the Just Sleep book! https://www.justsleeppodcast.com/book/If you like this episode, please remember to follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast app. Also, share with any family or friends that might have trouble drifting off.Goodnight! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A long time ago, there was a poor man who wanted an easy and well-paying job. So he came up with a clever plan to become a teacher—without knowing how to read or write! But how long could he keep his secret? Let's hear the story！

A long time ago, there was a poor man who wanted an easy and well-paying job. So he came up with a clever plan to become a teacher—without knowing how to read or write! But how long could he keep his secret? Let's hear the story！

John 19:38-42After these things, Joseph of Arimathea, a follower of Jesus, though a secret one because of his fear of the Jews, came to Pilate and asked if he could take away the body of Jesus. Pilate gave him permission; so he came to remove his body. Nicodemus, who at first had come to Jesus by night also came, bringing with him a mixture of myrrh and aloes weighing about one hundred pounds. They took the body, wrapping it in the spices and linens, according to the Jewish burial customs. Now, there was a garden in the place where Jesus had been crucified and in the garden there was a new tomb in which no one had ever been [buried.] So, because it was the Jewish Day of Preparation, and because the tomb was nearby, they laid the body of Jesus there. “The Primeval Mythology of Genesis: Creation”I've already heard some curiosity – maybe mixed with some cynical suspicion – about the title of this new sermon series: “The Primeval Mythology of Genesis.” Curiosity and suspicion aren't terrible things and I think it's the word “mythology” that stirs the pot for some people, which was kind of our goal. Part of the point with this next round of sermons is to remind ourselves and each other that we're called to read the Bible LITERATELY, not LITERALLY, and to see that its message and good news – its grace, hope, and promise – go deeper and wider when we do.So first, things, first … which is what “primeval” means, sort of … first things; of the earliest ages; the beginning of the beginning, you might say. The first eleven chapters of the Bible's first book are where we will spend our time the next few weeks. The good stuff before the good stuff. The stage-setting. The foundation. The genesis, is where we begin.And the word “mythology” rightly ruffles feathers if we are inclined to equate the foundational narrative of our faith story with the fables, fairy tales, and fictional “myths” of, say, the Greek gods (Zeus, Poseidon, Aphrodite, and the like); or Aesop's fables; or the tall tales of the wonderful world of Walt Disney. But that's not what we're up to.“Myth” and “mythology” can mean something more, something deeper from a theological perspective, which is what we plan to wrestle with. I would contend that, when we limit stories like creation, where we are beginning this morning, to all and only what we can glean from it LITERALLY, that that's precisely how and when we reduce it to something like a mere fable, a fairy tale, a fictional “myth,” rather than when we wonder about the holy, sacred, profound Truths that this story – and the others like it in Scripture – hold for our life and faith in this world. And where better to start than at the very beginning – “it's a very good place to start” – in the beginning, with the fact that, if we're honest, the two very different versions of creation that we just heard – from Chapters 1 and 2 of the same book – make it really hard to take either of them LITERALLY?I mean, those are two very different versions of the same story, right? (Many Bibles, like the ones we read from each Sunday, say it plainly. Chapter 2 is “another story of creation.”) The story in Chapter 1 tells of the day-by-day, very long work-week of the Almighty, who creates first this, and then that, with a break and no small measure of satisfaction between each.“…and God saw that it was good…” “…and God saw that it was good…” “…and God saw that it was good…”“…and there was evening and there was morning, the first day…” “…and there was evening and there was morning, the third day…” “…and there was evening and there was morning, the fifth day…”But Chapter 2 goes down altogether differently. In that version of creation, God – like some sort of holy potter, or divine craftsman, or sacred sculptor – makes a man from the dust, then plants a garden and puts him to work, then decides he could use a companion and some help, so then creates all the rest, and a woman, to boot.In version #2, we don't know which came first or next, on which day. And none of that matters.What matters is that God, something Divine, did something divine – created the heavens, the earth, and all that is in them. What matters is that it was and is good. What matters is that we are part of that goodness – you and I – and all people – created good, by God; and created for good, for God's sake.What matters, if you ask me, is that we stop reducing the Bible to some sort of prehistoric science book – the authors of which never could have known a thing about bunker-busting missiles or atomic bombs; about Gaza or the West Bank, as we know of them today; about electric cars, school shootings, cancer, chemo-therapy, Medicaid or social media. And that's okay. These stories have something to say to all of that – and to all of us – nonetheless.Because what the creation stories tells us – among so many other things – is that we are made in the image of the divine, even though we do so much to make that hard to believe. And we are made in the image of the divine, not just because we have heads, shoulders, knees, or toes……but we are made in the image of the Divine because we are made for community, like God; with the power to create and care about and have compassion, like God; that we have the capacity to do justice, like God; make sacrifices, like God; be generous, like God; forgive, like God; and love one another, like God.Oh, and this is important: the stories of creation make it very clear that none of us IS God and that we shouldn't try to be – which Pastor Cogan will get to next week, I believe.Instead, for now, let's let the stories of creation inspire within us what, I believe they were meant to inspire and to teach and to proclaim all along: a sense of reverence and awe about what God can do; a posture of humility and gratitude for our part in the grand scheme of things; and a response from each of us – and all of us together – that is generous, careful, and full of service that acknowledges our connection to all people and to the grand scheme of things.Because today's good news includes the notion that we are created “just a little lower than the angels” – as the Psalmist puts it – and that God calls us to live differently because of that Truth. God invites us to tend to and care for what belongs to God – the earth and all that is in it. God calls us to replenish what we use up – from the earth and from each other, too; to give more than we take, save, and keep for ourselves.So, what if these primeval creation stories are nothing more – and certainly nothing less – than prehistoric best efforts at describing something that cannot be described; that is too big for words; that are meant to love us and leave us in awe and wonder for what God has done for us – and hopes to do through us – for the sake of the world where we live?What if these primeval creation stories are nothing more – and certainly nothing less – than poetic prose from a prehistoric Mary Oliver, who could marvel at creation as well as anyone, as far as I'm concerned? Her poem Wild Geese, goes like this:You do not have to be good.You do not have to walk on your kneesfor a hundred miles through the desert, repenting.You only have to let the soft animal of your bodylove what it loves.Tell me about despair, yours, and I will tell you mine.Meanwhile the world goes on.Meanwhile the sun and the clear pebbles of the rainare moving across the landscapes,over the prairies and the deep trees,the mountains and the rivers.Meanwhile the wild geese, high in the clean blue air,are heading home again.Whoever you are, no matter how lonely,the world offers itself to your imagination,calls to you like the wild geese, harsh and exciting –over and over announcing your placein the family of things.What if the point of the creation stories is simply, and profoundly, to announce your place – and mine – in the family of things?And what if these primeval creation stories are nothing more – and certainly nothing less – than like clever song lyrics from a pre-historic John Prine, encouraging you, with a wink and smile to…“Blow up your TV, throw away your paperGo to the country, build you a homePlant a little garden, eat a lot of peachesTry and find Jesus on your own.”What if these primeval creation stories are nothing more – and certainly nothing less – than prehistoric pieces of art – trying to capture, with words, something like Van Gogh's “Starry Night”: or Monet's “Water Lilies”: or even Ansel Adams who, like the story tellers of Genesis, certainly had a thing for trees. But, speaking of John Prine, I hope the Gospel reading wasn't too on the nose this morning. But I wanted to connect all of this to Jesus, of course. Because it is as poetic and powerful to me that our faith story begins and ends, in a garden, sometimes.There aren't enough of even the most beautiful words, songs, poems, or prose to adequately convey the power of God's love in creation – or by way of the Word made flesh, in Jesus. And I think the two different versions of creation that we find in Genesis aren't in competition. They're just evidence and acknowledgment of that fact – of how grand and glorious and full of grace this God is that we worship.So I think it's a beautiful thing that both versions of creation's origin story – and the consummation of God's resurrection in Jesus … God's defeat of death … Christ's victory over Sin for our sake … I think it's beautiful that all of that, too, takes place in a garden – where light shines in the darkness; where the goodness of God bears fruit for the sake of the world; where sin never gets the last word; where we are all made and made new in God's image; and where hope rules, in spite of the chaos, because of the grace, mercy, and love of the God we know in Jesus.Amen

In ancient times, a clever and curious woman named Pandora was given a mysterious box and told never to open it. But the more she tried to forget about it, the more she wondered what was inside. What would happen if she gave in to her curiosity? This is the story of Pandora's Box.

A long time ago, the world was new, and the gods ruled everything from above. One day, a beautiful and curious woman named Pandora came into the world, carrying a mysterious box she was told never to open. But why would someone give a gift that must stay closed forever? This is the tale of Pandora and the box that changed everything.

In the quiet town of Snerple, everything seemed normal—except for one very strange problem: a pigeon. Not just any pigeon, but a pigeon so terrifying, it scared hunters, ruined taverns, and caused complete chaos. What could one little bird possibly do?

In ancient Egypt, the goddess Isis set out to protect her newborn son with the help of seven loyal scorpions. When a rich woman refused to help her, something unexpected happened that tested the power of kindness, regret, and forgiveness. What lesson did everyone learn in the end?

In ancient Egypt, the goddess Isis had a powerful dream—and soon after, a baby boy was born. To protect him from danger, she set off on a secret journey with seven loyal scorpions by her side. But could she keep her child safe from the jealous god Seth?

Before you begin to help another, make sure that you have helped yourself.  This is an important lesson learned by the Frog in Aesop's, “The Quack Frog.”  Read by Ian Floyd.  A Production of We Are One Body® Audio Theatre.

What happens when someone who's super fast races someone who's really slow? Let's listen to a story that shows why patience, focus, and never giving up can make all the difference!

A Crow having stolen a bit of flesh, perched in a tree, and held it in her beak. A Fox seeing her, longed to possess himself of the flesh:... #story AcreSoft Story Classic https://acresoft.contactin.bio and evil men and impostors shall advance to the worse, leading astray and being led astray. And thou — be remaining in the things which thou didst learn and wast entrusted with, having known from whom thou didst learn, and because from a babe the Holy Writings thou hast known, which are able to make thee wise — to salvation, through faith that [is] in Christ Jesus; 2 Timothy 3:13-15, YLT

Do you think fast always wins the race? Let's find out what happens when a speedy hare and a slow tortoise decide to race—and teach us all a big lesson!

Do you think fast always wins the race? Let's find out what happens when a speedy hare and a slow tortoise decide to race—and teach us all a big lesson!

What if you could do magic… just by making rhymes? One clever boy found a very unusual way to become a wizard—and it all started with one tiny mistake!

An episode that mastered the art of unmasking on the page!In Episode 142 of The Autistic Culture Podcast, Dr Angela Kingdon discusses the art of unmasking and how writing can help process late-diagnosis identity shock. Plus, she reveals this week's creative prompt themed around the oral tradition of writing and sharing Fables! What lessons, values, or morals would you pass down as an Autistic person?All this, and we announce our amazing winners from our sixth writing contest!Here are our top two entries.OUR WINNER

Have you ever wished you were the smartest or strongest in the world? Well, one boy named Gwion was just an ordinary helper… until a drop of magic changed everything!

Customer-acquisition costs exploded online. Smart brands are responding with bricks, data—and a dash of theatre.⚡️ What we tackle in 20 minutes​Physical retail as the new CAC – DTC brands discover rent can be cheaper than Meta ads when the store becomes a stage.​Aesop's $2.5 billion masterclass – From Melbourne to 400 boutiques, every location is bespoke, scented, and digitally wired for replenishment.​Digital-first, store-second – Love, Bonito show why in-store staff now behave like consultants, not cashiers.​Cross-border marketplaces – Shopee, Amazon AU, Trade Me and Afterpay's “shop day” rewrite payments, language, and trust across ASEAN.​Post-purchase power moves – Hand-written notes, sticker packs, friction-free returns. Retention is the real growth engine—and AI search will only raise the stakes.Retailers & platforms in playAesop • L'Oréal • Love, Bonito • Temple & Webster • Amazon • eBay • Shopee • Afterpay • Trade Me • Kingfisher/B&Q • JD Sports • HP • Perplexity AIHosts​Alex – Founder, The Retail Podcast, decoding global retail shifts.​Ryf Quail – Leads NRF APAC, guiding brands across Asia-Pacific.​Laura Doonin – Tech strategist turning omnichannel ambition into reality.Liked the conversation? Hit follow, drop a five-star review, and share it with a teammate who still thinks “online first” is a plan.00:00 Intro – heatwaves, cold snaps, and one crisp Sydney morning01:05 Topic 1 – Physical stores as customer-acquisition engines03:20 Topic 2 – Aesop: $2.5 B valuation built on scent & signature design06:36 Topic 3 – Digital-heritage brands opening doors (Love, Bonito)10:39 Topic 4 – Region-level marketplaces: Shopee, Amazon AU, Trade Me, Afterpay15:07 Topic 5 – Post-purchase, returns, and the loyalty multiplier

Long ago in Japan, a tiny baby girl was found glowing inside a bamboo stalk. She grew up to be kind, wise, and full of mystery. But where did she really come from? Let's find out in the magical tale of Princess Kaguya.

In today's episode of Chittu Kuruvi Podcast, Deepika Arun narrates a thought-provoking tale about how some people mistake falsehood for truth — and blindly believe in what's not real. What happens when our minds get clouded and we fail to see clearly?After the story, we learn about Aesop, the legendary storyteller whose wise and timeless fables continue to teach us life lessons even today. A short but powerful episode that sparks critical thinking in young listeners!இந்த சிட்டுக் குருவி போட்காஸ்ட் பதிவில், எவ்வாறு சிலர் பொய்யை உண்மை என நம்பி, தவறான நம்பிக்கையில் ஈடுபடுகிறார்கள் என்பதைப் பற்றிய சிந்திக்க வைக்கும் கதையைச் சொல்கிறார் தீபிகா அருண். நம்முடைய எண்ணங்கள் மங்கி, உண்மையை உணர முடியாமல் போனால் என்ன நடக்கும்?இந்தக் கதையை நமக்கு அளித்த, ஈசாப் என்ற புகழ்பெற்ற கிரேக்க கதையாசிரியர் பற்றி நாம் அறிந்து கொள்கிறோம்— அவர் கூறிய நீதிக்கதைகள் இன்றும் நம் வாழ்வில் பல பாடங்களை கற்றுத் தருகின்றன. இந்தப் பதிவு, இளம் சிந்தனையாளர்களின் சிந்தனை திறனை ஊக்குவிக்கும்!Write your feedback to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.kadhaiosai.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or WhatsApp to 9176583618#DeepikaArun #Storiesforkids #Chittukuruvi #tamilaudiobooks #storiesintamil #tamilstoriesforkids #forkidsandchildren #tamil #forkids #azhavalliyappa #aesop #aesopfables #aseopstories

Tonight, we fall asleep together as Lance reads us 15 of Aesop's Fables.Thank you for being part of the Dozing Off community.Sleep well!

Today we have a fun story about bravery inspired by Aesop's Fables and written by Daniel Hinds. Be sure to stay tuned at the end of the episode for some family discussion questions.  Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Check out our new YouTube channel at youtube.com/storiespodcast. If you've ever wanted to read along with our stories, now you can! These read-along versions of our stories are great for early readers trying to improve their skills or even adults learning English for the first time. Check it out.

A glowing bamboo stalk, a mysterious baby girl, and a journey filled with magic, wonder, and big decisions—get ready to meet Princess Kaguya, a girl unlike any other!

What happens when three powerful goddesses all want to be called the most beautiful? Uh-oh… things might get a little wild! Let's find out what choice a young prince makes—and what trouble follows!

What happens when a goddess gets left out of a party? Uh oh… someone's about to stir up some trouble! Get ready for a story full of gods, goddesses, and a little bit of mischief!

What if lions could fly? Long ago, one lion could—but something changed all of that. Get ready for an exciting animal adventure with a clever twist at the end!

Have you ever heard of a lion that could fly? In this wild animal tale, something strange is happening in the sky—and one sneaky bullfrog is about to cause big trouble! Let's find out what happens…

Have you ever heard of a lion that could fly? In this wild animal tale, something strange is happening in the sky—and one sneaky bullfrog is about to cause big trouble! Let's find out what happens…

What happens when a silly boy tries to follow his mother's advice—but always in the wrong way? Let's listen to the funny story of Jack and see how his silly mistakes lead to something wonderful!

Do you read the Bible like it's Aesop's Fables? Do you trust that God will keep his promises? Are you comfortable living in the gray? In today's episode, Keith shares how the tension in 2 Samuel 2:12-32 points us to the ultimate resolution found in King Jesus. If you're listening on Spotify, tell us about yourself and where you're listening from! Read the Bible with us in 2025! This year, we're exploring the Historical Books—Joshua, Judges, 1 & 2 Samuel, and 1 & 2 Kings. Download your reading plan now. Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here. Passages: 2 Samuel 2:12-32

All aboard the Story Train! Find a comfy seat, we're about to leave the station and you know what that means, we're going someplace new!  We're in ancient Greece! And over there is a very famous storyteller named Aesop, who is penning one of his very famous fables! Today's fable would be the perfect bedtime adventure for my friend Daniel. It's so much fun to have friends join me on the Story Train. Today's story is about how it is wise to prepare today for the needs of tomorrow.

What happens when a magical bird becomes a boy's mother? Can love, courage, and a little feather change a kingdom's future? Let's find out in today's story!

Salvete sodales! Welcome to our series, "Rem Tene;" a Latin podcast presented by Latinitas Animi Causa for beginner and intermediate learners of the Latin language built and designed for the acquisition and understanding of it as a language, not just a code to decipher. In this episode of Rem Tenē, we bring you Canis Carnem Ferens, a classic fable by Aesop told in beginner-friendly Latin. Perfect for Latin learners at the novice to intermediate level, this story comes in two versions: slow with English support, and fluent speed for more challenge.0:21 - Ovum Pascale 0:22 First Round (slow with subtitles)3:29- Second Round (natural speed)7:20 - Rem tenete, verba sequentur!We gloss some words throughout the episode in English and repeat them. We don't, however, gloss everything. Our brains are really good at deducing meaning when we know a lot of the context surrounding words or phrases. The transcript for the show can be found ⁠⁠⁠⁠below so you can follow along. We hope you enjoy this show!Please take some time, if you enjoy this, to rate us and write to us! We love hearing from our listeners and receiving feedback on how we can improve! You can also support us on Patreon (link below); though everything is free, it helps us do what we do and reinvest in creating more Latin and ancient Greek content. Gratias vobis agimus et curate ut valeatis in proximum!

High up in the mountains, something magical is about to happen. A baby, a mighty king, and a great flying creature—what could bring them together? Let's listen to the story and find out!

High up in the mountains, something magical is about to happen. A baby, a mighty king, and a great flying creature—what could bring them together? Let's listen to the story and find out!

In this episode of The Professor Liberty Podcast, Mr. Palumbo takes listeners on a journey through the early life of Abraham Lincoln, tracing his transformation from a poor frontier boy in Kentucky to a rising political force. Born into hardship, Lincoln's character was shaped by loss, manual labor, and a relentless hunger for knowledge, which he fed through books like the Bible and Aesop's Fables. The episode highlights key formative experiences—his exposure to slavery as a child, a life-changing visit to a slave market in New Orleans, and his early political stances opposing slavery's expansion. Through humor, storytelling, and historical insight, Mr. Palumbo explores how Lincoln's evolving moral convictions and legal intellect laid the groundwork for his future role as a leader dedicated to justice and unity.

Right now is the best season for designers to really bulk up their sales. As we prepare for the coming season we need to act more like the ant than the grasshopper in Aesop's Fable. Learn more about how you can really prepare for winter (literally).About Carina Gardner, Ph.D.:Carina is the CEO of the University of Arts & Design. The university offers certificates and Masters degrees in the creative fields. Carina is also the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pattern and crafting design program that teaches designers how to create a business as they learn to design. She has designed for Nordstroms, Riley Blake, Silhouette America, Michaels, Hobby Lobby, Deseret Book, and more.Find out more at https://www.carinagardner.comCheck out her most popular program Design Bootcamp here: http://www.carinagardnercourses.com/designbootcamp

In December 2022, Christina Basias-Androulakis (a PhD in digital education) filmed and posted a Tiktok of her wife Alexis Androulakis (a beauty product developer) in Sephora, evaluating the new Make Up By Mario Skin Foundation.That video went viral, and @thelipsticklesbians were off.1.7M followers later, today the duo continues to challenge and shape the way consumers, influencers, marketers, and chemists alike think, talk, and know about beauty.That's the @thelipsticklesbians origin tale...Did you know that Christina and Alexis's begins with fragrance??!Today's ep is full of personal stories, beauty insights and advice, the full scoop on their new beauty evaluation course, LLAB, and some important life lessons along the way!FOLLOW: @thelipsticklesbiansCHECK OUT LLAB: letslearnaboutbeauty.comFRAGS MENTIONED:St. Rose Juliet in White (SOTD), Burberry London, JHAG Not A Perfume, Byredo Blanche, Sol De Janeiro, Kayali, Daise, BBW, Aesop, Loewe, Method, Frenshe, Fine'ry, Solo Loewe Ella, Britney Spears Curious, Giorgio, Bvlgari Tygar, Amouage Guidance 46, Le Labo Another 13, Glossier You, Aesop Eleos, MFK A La Rose, Diptyque Do Son, Marc Jacobs EDP, Le Labo: Rose 31, The Noir 29; Aesop: Ouranon, [meant Aurner], Marrakech; Hermes Eau des Merveilles, Amouage Guidance 46, Shalimar, Dior Poison, Estee Lauder Youth Dew, Chanel No. 5, Balmain Rouge, Kayali Yum Pistachio Gelato, Laura Mercier Eaux Gourmandes, Eau de Space The Smell of Space, Le Labo Santal 33, Relevant 13 StemsProducts Mentioned:Makeup Forever Superboost Lightweight Moisturizing Skin Tint, Estee Lauder Double Wear, Mac Ruby Woo, Mac Studio Fix, Danessa Myricks eyeshadow, Prada Pradalines eyeliner, Victoria Beckham Satin Kajal eyelinerJASMINE SMELL CLUB: jasminesmellclub.eventbrite.comThanks to this month's sponsor Goldfield & Banks! Try Pacific Rock Flower on luckyscent.com (get 10% off w/ code perfumeroom10)

Pennie and I had a difficult week a long way from home.It began with a piece of gravel that cracked her windshield.Looking back, we should have just lived with it. But we didn't know that at the time.We dropped her car off at the appointed time on the appointed day. When Pennie picked it up, the upper-left corner of her new windshield whistled loudly at speeds above 30mph. She called the windshield people. They gave her a new appointment.When we picked it up for the second time, the whistle was a little less loud than it had been, but she decided to live with it. There are a lot of things in life more annoying than a whistling windshield.We didn't know it, but we were about to experience several of them.Driving for 4 hours in a rainstorm to see your mother in the hospital is not a bad experience unless your previously-whistling windshield is now pouring quarts of water into your car.Things went downhill from there for several days.I won't bore you with the details because the real purpose of this note is to tell you what happened that turned everything around for us.We discovered a wonderful French cafe just two blocks from Clearfork Hospital in Ft. Worth. Halfway through the meal, I went to their website to see if they had a location in Austin. They don't, but I'm sure they soon will.Meanwhile, Pennie went to romanticspotsfortworth.com to see if Clarissa had discovered and listed this amazing cafe.Of course, she had. Clarissa is really good at her job.Angela brought our next course to the table.I said, “We found out about you at romanticspotsfortworth.”To our delight, Angela said, “Yes! They sent us an award with the cutest logo on it! Everyone was excited.”Pennie and I chose not to mention that we own the romanticspots websites.When Angela departed, I scrolled all the way to the bottom of the cafe's website where I encountered a carousel of remarkable quotes. “People who love to eat are always the best people.”– Julia Child“If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world.”– J.R.R. Tolkien, from “The Hobbit”, spoken by Thorin Oakenshield“No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.”– Aesop, “The Lion and The Mouse”“Believe those who are seeking the truth. Doubt those who find it.”– Andre GideHaving been distracted by every bad thing that had happened since our 4-hour trip in a flooded car, these next two quotes hit me pretty hard.“You'll miss the best things if you keep your eyes shut.”– Dr. Seuss“The flower that blooms in adversity is the most beautiful of all.”– Walt DisneyEach of the remaining quotes at the bottom of that menu lifted me a little bit higher.“All grown-ups were once children… but only few of them remember it.”– Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, “The Little Prince”“Where you tend a rose, my lad, a thistle cannot grow.”– Frances Hodgson Burnett, “The Secret Garden”“True love is like a fine wine, the older the better.”– Fred Jacob“It is better to know how to learn than to know.”– Dr. Seuss“The most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or touched, they are felt with the heart.”– Antoine de Saint-ExupéryAnd then this line lifted from “A Room of One's Own” by Virginia Wolf made me smile and remember where I was.“One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well.”And then Andre Gide encouraged me to quit looking at what was behind me.“Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the...

In this episode, we talk about ants, grasshoppers, scorpions, and a fish named Chris.