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๐ Hi Sweet Friends - It's a blessing to share the next hour with you. The angels and I are here to help you drift off to sleep or go about your day. Whenever you choose to listen, we're glad you're here! ๐๐ค
For Storytime, let's invoke the comfort of good food as we peruse the pages of another community cookbook. In this episode, we are honoring the women of the Christian Mothers Society in Vesta, Minnesota. Their book is named "Favorite Home Tested Recipes" and it was published in 1946. You'll hear about yummy pie recipes and much more. I just love these women and the heart they brought to the food they made for their families and communities.
Storytime begins at 16:05
Thank you for listening and allowing me to keep you company.
If you are enjoying this podcast, I invite you to leave a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app.
I invite you to visit me at www.illuminatingsouls.com where you can sign up for my mailing list and learn more about my classes and services.
Until the next time, thank you for listening. ๐
With Love,
Laurel Bleadon-Maffei
Angelic Practitioner, Spiritual Teacher + Encourager of Souls -
๐Hi Beautiful Friends - It is a blessing to be with you for this episode. ๐๐ค
In this episode, the angels bring forth sweet soothing energies for you. We'll also explore the wisdom of No-Thingness in case you are feeling this quiet wave of energy, too.
For Storytime, we'll go into the way-back machine for childhood memories of picking the perfect pumpkin, birthday party magic and more. Then we'll flip through the pages of Trader Joe's Fall 2024 Frequent Flyer for their autumnal delights (my new favorite words found in the FF). Pumpkin Spice options are plentiful here!
Storytime begins at 18:50
๐ Lots of sweetness and love to help you drift off to sleep or go about your day
And may I ask a favor? If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. Thank you!I invite you to visit my web site www.illuminatingsouls.com to sign up for my mailing list and learn about my current offerings. ๐ด๐
Wishing you a blessed night and sweet dreams until we meet again!
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Hello Sweet Friends, this week I'm sharing a replay of episode #98 where I share some of my favorite childhood memories of Halloween. I'll be back next week with a new episode for you!
In this episode the angels bring forth soothing loving waves of energy for you to help you relax and drift off to sleep. Then we wander down memory lane as Laurel shares with you Halloween memories from her childhood (which for her, centered around all things candy-related). You'll hear her sorting strategies, the trading system she created with her friends and much more.
The story begins at 18:15
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๐ Hi Beautiful Friends - Thank you SO much for tuning in to this episode. The angels are weaving beautiful waves of love into this broadcast for you. ๐๐ค
For Storytime, we are exploring the goodness found in the pages of community cookbook, A Culinary Treasure from Temple Beth Hillel Sisterhood of North Hollywood (now Valley Village), CA. Originally published in 1949, I believe the copy I have is from the 1950s. As always, I provide ample editorial about my own food-inspired memories (including the deliciousness of shortbread) with you. Truly a "sweet" way to fall asleep.
Storytime begins at 17:53
Thank you for listening and allowing me to keep you company.
If you are enjoying this podcast, I invite you to leave a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app.
I invite you to visit me at www.illuminatingsouls.com where you can sign up for my mailing list and learn more about my classes and services.
Until the next time, thank you for listening. ๐
With Love,
Laurel Bleadon-Maffei
Angelic Practitioner, Spiritual Teacher + Encourager of Souls -
๐ Hello, Sweet Friends! It's a blessing to welcome you back to this episode of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. ๐๐ค
We begin with some sweet rambles infused with angel love to help you settle in to the lovely vibrations infused into this episode for you.
For storytime, join me as I read from the book, The Old Groceryman written by Roe Fulkerson in the early 1900s and published by Kellogg's. You'll learn all sorts of helpful tips should you find yourself transported back 120 years and need to earn you living running a successful grocery store.Storytime begins at 16:27
It's a blessing to share the angels' love with you and keep you company as you go about your day or drift off to sleep.
If you're enjoying this podcast, I have a favor to ask... It would be wonderful if you would leave a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. Thank you!
For more angelic goodness, visit me at www.illuminatingsouls.com, where you can sign up for my mailing list and explore my classes and services.Until next time, sweet dreams and angelic blessings. ๐
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Hi Sweet Ones- I really had hoped to record a new episode for you this week, but life had other plans. But I have a really wonderful episode incubating for you that I'll publish soon. In the meanwhile, enjoy this replay of episode #104 where you'll hear about the wonderous gift my husband has for antiquing. Thank you for listening! With Love, Laurel
Cozy on up as you receive beautiful waves of love from your beautiful team of angels who love you so! Then Laurel takes you for a companionable wander through her weekend's activities. Nothing big or fancy, just an ordinary few days. Their big excursion for the weekend involved prowling through local antique stores searching for community cookbooks for Laurel's collection.
The story begins at 19:08
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๐ Hello Beautiful Friends. Thank you for joining me for episode 277 of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings.
We begin with lots of love and soothing energies for you from the angels to help you drift off to sleep.๐บ For storytime, one of your favorites! We are flipping through another TV Guide. This time we're traveling back to 1983. The cover of this issue features Greg and Jenny and Erika Kane from All My Children. If you were watching AMC back then (the soap, not the network), then you'll well remember the iconic star-crossed couple and Jenny's demise on an exploding jet ski. I'll also be sharing with you several cringe-worthy diet ads that reflect why so many of us thought it possible to lose 10 pounds in two days (Umm.... yeah... no...). God bless those moments, right? Thank goodness for our ability to evolve consciousness!
Storytime starts at 14:27
And as always, if youโre looking to deepen your connection with the angels or find a bit more joy and "delight" in your everyday, my Earth Angels Oracle deck is here to help. You can find it here: https://www.drivethrucards.com/product/437560/The-Earth-Angels-Oracle-Tarot-Size.
If you're enjoying this podcast, please consider leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. It really helps spread the word!
I look forward to connecting with you soon! In the meanwhile, the angels and I are sending you the sweetest of dreams. With Love, Laurel โค๏ธ
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Hi Sweet Friends - Enjoy this replay of episode #110. If you need me, I'll be cozied up with a good book. :)
The angels bring you forth waves of divine love and light to help you transition into a lovely state of rest. Then Laurel cozies up underneath the blanket fort as she reminiscences about her lifelong love of books. Lots of love and sweetness for you in this episode. As you listen, the angels will fill you with love.
The story begins at 17:56
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๐Hi Beautiful Friends - Thank you for allowing me the blessing of keeping you company in this episode #275 of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. ๐๐ค
In this episode I share with you the simplicity of a beautiful spiritual principle of, "Energy goes where attention flows," that I first learned while reading the book, Mastering Your Hidden Self, by Serge Kahali King.
๐ช Get ready to peruse the August 2024 Frequent Flyer from Trader Joes. Yes, another much loved item has been discontinued. Sigh. However, there are many delicious items still to contemplate. I'll also share with you my present obsession of mochi muffins from Third Culture Bakery in Berkeley, CA.
Storytime begins at 17:24
๐ Lots of sweetness and love to help you drift off to sleep or go about your day
And may I ask a favor? If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. Thank you!I invite you to visit my web site www.illuminatingsouls.com to sign up for my mailing list and learn about my current offerings. ๐ด๐
Wishing you a blessed night and sweet dreams until we meet again!
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๐ Hello, Sweet Friends! It's a blessing to welcome you back to this episode of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. ๐๐ค
We begin with time with the angels and conversation about energizing Miracles as daily companions to life.
Then, for Storytime, one of my favorites! We're going to explore the pages of Country Life in America magazine from 1902. We'll learn about the abandoned farms of New England. Next, we'll peruse the real estate listings for ginormous estates of the gilded age. I'll also share with you my present fascination with the chickens of TikTok.
Storytime begins at 15:55
It's a blessing to share the angels' love with you and keep you company as you go about your day or drift off to sleep.
If you're enjoying this podcast, I have a favor to ask... It would be wonderful if you would leave a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. Thank you!
For more angelic goodness, visit me at www.illuminatingsouls.com, where you can sign up for my mailing list and explore my classes and services.Until next time, sweet dreams and angelic blessings. ๐
With Love,
Laurel Bleadon-Maffei -
๐ Hello, Dear Ones! Welcome to another soothing episode of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. As always, the angels are here, infusing this broadcast with waves of love to help you drift into a peaceful slumber. ๐๐ค
In this episode, the angels remind us of the power of asking for help.
Our Storytime takes us on a journey through the pages of a charming cookbook published by a fascinating direct-to-consumer retailer from the past. From vanilla extract to spices, beauty aids and home medicines, this company was a one-stop-shop for all household needs.
Storytime begins at 17:06
Thank you for allowing me to keep you company on your journey to dreamland. If you're enjoying this podcast, I'd be grateful if you could leave a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. For more angelic goodness, visit me at www.illuminatingsouls.com, where you can sign up for my mailing list and explore my classes and services.
Until next time, sweet dreams and angelic blessings. ๐
With Love,
Laurel Bleadon-Maffei
Angelic Practitioner, Spiritual Teacher + Encourager of Souls -
๐ Hi Dear Ones - Yay! I'm back with a new episode for you! Of course, the angels are infusing this broadcast with waves of love to help soothe you into a lovely space of rest. ๐๐ค
Our Storytime is inspired by another community cookbook. This one was published in 1948 by the Duluth Section of the National Council of Jewish Women. Lots of wonderful nostalgic recipes for you. And I'll also weave in how I'm being influenced by Logan on TikTok into making cucumber salads (because "sometimes you need to eat a whole cucumber") and Bethenny Frankel's favorite Nescafe Instant Iced Coffee.
Storytime begins at 18:40Thank you for listening and allowing me to keep you company.
If you are enjoying this podcast, I invite you to leave a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app.
I invite you to visit me at www.illuminatingsouls.com where you can sign up for my mailing list and learn more about my classes and services.
Until the next time, thank you for listening. ๐
With Love,
Laurel Bleadon-Maffei
Angelic Practitioner, Spiritual Teacher + Encourager of Souls -
Hi Sweet Ones - Enjoy this replay of episode #138!
๐ธ Hello Beautiful Friends! Welcome to episode 138 of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings! I am your host Laurel Bleadon-Maffei and in this episode, the angels bring forth a beautiful infusion of light to help you connect with the quality of self-love and the magic in your soul.For storytime, we take a stroll down memory lane and flip through the pages of TV Guide from January 1963. Although I was only eight months old at the time and have no memories of watching live TV back then, many of the programs listed in this issue are familiar to many of us who grew up as TV watchers in the years to come. 1963's programming included Beverly Hillbillies, Ed Sullivan, Dick Van Dyke and The Jetsons. ๐บ
So, sit back, relax, and let the angels and I soothe you into dreamland. ๐ค
Storytime begins at 22:23Thank you for listening, and if you're enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving a review to support us. Your support means the world to me! ๐
Join me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/illuminatingsouls/ for more angelic insights and guidance. Have a blessed night! ๐
This podcast is narrated and produced by angelic practitioner, Laurel Bleadon-Maffei. Learn more about my work at www.illuminatingsouls.com.
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๐ Hi Sweet Friends - In service to sharing with you about my upcoming class, Angel Messenger Training, I'm guided to share with you this replay of episode #60 about how I opened to the angels. ๐
Join me as I reminisce with you about the sparks of light that illuminated my path with the angels, including books by the author SARK and training to be an angel therapy practitioner. Lots of inspiration and love in this episode for you!
We ALL have the capacity to connect with the angels and I'm always grateful for the opportunity to share their love with you!
Also, in this episode, the angels bring forth beautiful big bright energies to infuse you with love, inspiration and healing.
The story begins at 24:00
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With Love,
Laurel ๐ -
๐ Welcome back, beautiful friends! Laurel here, with a sweet and special episode of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings just for you. ๐๐ค
Tonight, the angels and I bring forth wisdom, encouragement, and inspiration to support you on your spiritual journey. Remember, you are a blessing upon this earth, and it's our joy to uplift you. ๐
๐ In our storytime, I'm excited to share some precious experiences from my spiritual adventures:
Join me as I recount the blessed days in 2006 when my husband and I attended teachings with His Holiness the Dalai Lama.Discover what I learned about energy and non-attachment from this beautiful experience.Explore the powerful teaching from my guides, Josephus, on the "Evolution of Consciousness Through the Chakras" - a lesson that continues to support me to this day.These are a few of my most revelatory experiences from my spiritual path, and I'm honored to share them with you, wrapped in love. ๐
Storytime begins at 16:45
As always, if you're seeking to deepen your connection with the angels or find more joy and "delight" in your everyday life, my Earth Angels Oracle deck is here to guide you. It's a wonderful companion for anyone on a spiritual journey. ๐ฎ
I look forward to connecting with you soon! Until then, the angels and I are sending you the sweetest of dreams. Remember, you can always visit me at www.illuminatingsouls.com for more inspiration and guidance.
If you're enjoying this podcast, please consider leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. It truly helps spread the word and allows more beautiful souls to join our community. ๐
With Love, Laurel โค๏ธ
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Hello Sweet Friends - Enjoy this replay of episode #26 (from the early days of the podcast). It's quite snooze-worthy and I hope it keeps you mildly entertained while you drift off to sleep. With Love, Laurel
Receive an infusion of Divine Love + Serenity from the angels in tonight's episode. Then Laurel returns with more history about the Marshall Fields & Company department store from the book Marshall Field and Company, The Life Story of a Great Concern. You'll learn about how they set the bar high when it came to window and merchandising displays for dry goods retailers and also more about the benefits for store employees.
The story begins at 20:45.
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๐ Hello Beautiful Friends, welcome to another soothing episode of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. Tonight, we'll start with a gentle shower of angelic love and blessings just for you.
For our storytime, we'll take a whimsical journey back to 1914-ish as we flip through the pages of a charming vintage Jell-O marketing pamphlet. Prepare to be amused by forgotten recipes like Pimento Jell-O and the now-forgotten product "Jell-O Ice Cream Powder." At the time Jell-O crowned itself as "America's Most Famous Dessert"
Storytime starts at 16:31
And as always, if youโre looking to deepen your connection with the angels or find a bit more joy and "delight" in your everyday, my Earth Angels Oracle deck is here to help. You can find it here.If you're enjoying this podcast, please consider leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. It really helps spread the word!
I look forward to connecting with you soon! In the meanwhile, the angels and I are sending you the sweetest of dreams.
In the meanwhile, I invite you to visit me at my web site, www.illuminatingsouls.com
With Love, Laurel โค๏ธ -
๐ Hello Beautiful Friends, it is a blessing to gather with you for this episode of our podcast.
Of course, we begin with lots of love from the angels for you. They also bring us a sweet reminder to release energies that are not ours to carry. I'll also share with you about the "Angel Buffer" the angels taught me about in service to keeping our energy fields clearer.
Then for storytime, I'm sharing with you a few random childhood memories including a neighbor's tree that served as our rocket ship to the moon and subliminal messaging I received as a child about not winning too much at bingo. It's a sweet journey and I hope it provides you with a gentle space to unwind and fall asleep.
Storytime starts at 20:45And as always, if youโre looking to deepen your connection with the angels or find a bit more joy and "delight" in your everyday, my Earth Angels Oracle deck is here to help. You can find it here.
If you're enjoying this podcast, please consider leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. It really helps spread the word!
I look forward to connecting with you soon! In the meanwhile, the angels and I are sending you the sweetest of dreams.
In the meanwhile, I invite you to visit me at my web site, www.illuminatingsouls.com
With Love, Laurel โค๏ธ -
Hello Beautiful Friends-
In celebration of the life of Richard Simmons, I'm guided to post a replay of the episode I recorded in 2022 as a love note of gratitude for him. Richard was one of the first people who made it welcoming for people of size to Sweat to the Oldies. For years I attended his gym, Slimmons, in Beverly Hills. This is my sweet tribute to someone who was a champion and voice of love for so many.
During our angel time, we also explore what it is to be incarnated as an Earth Angel and spread more love in this world. This feels very apropos in celebration of Richard's legacy.
Rest in Peace, Richard. Thank you for all the love and kindness you shared with us over the years.
The story begins at 18:35
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๐ Hello Sweet Ones, thank you for tuning in for this episode of our podcast!
We begin with a beautiful pep talk for you. It comes with a gentle reminder that you are a Light-Bearer and encouragement from the angels to "be the drop of the ocean that operates from the place of love and kindness."In this storytime, we travel back to 1927 when electric refrigerators where finding their way into the kitchens of America. This was a huge leap forward in food storage and preparation for the housewives of the era. If you enjoy me at my snarky best, you'll enjoy my perception of how I would have fared as a housewife in those days (preview, not well... not well at all). But I will be happy to serve you some chilled grapes, a box of cereal with milk and a company-worthy yogurt parfait.
Our glimpse into the past is courtesy of the book, Electric Refrigerator Recipes and Menus from General Electric Refrigerator.Storytime starts at 22:18
And as always, if youโre looking to deepen your connection with the angels or find a bit more joy and "delight" in your everyday, my Earth Angels Oracle deck is here to help. You can find it here.
If you're enjoying this podcast, please consider leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. It really helps spread the word!
I look forward to connecting with you soon! In the meanwhile, the angels and I are sending you the sweetest of dreams.
In the meanwhile, I invite you to visit me at my web site, www.illuminatingsouls.com
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