The Northern Lights

Step into a hidden meadow where time slows and nature heals. In this gentle sleep story, you’re invited to spend a weekend at The Apothecary Farm, guided by Miriam, an earth mother extraordinaire. Together you’ll wander lavender fields, pause by chamomile blossoms, watch bees hum through wildflowers, and step inside her rustic earthlab filled with jars of herbs and golden oils.This narrative is designed to soothe your mind with familiar sounds, soft imagery, and tranquil pacing — helping you drift into deep, restorative sleep. What you’ll experience in this episode:A secret trellis opening into a meadow of wild herbsMiriam’s apothecary cottage and earthlabPeaceful walks through lavender and echinacea fieldsThe company of Peanut, a loyal farm dog, and the hum of beesA bouquet gathered with love and intentionPress play, close your eyes, and let the Apothecary Farm carry you toward rest.

In this sleepcast you enjoy a quiet evening in nature on a calm private lake with the company of the occasional duck, a heron and a symphony of crickets as you drift a bit, allowing the stars to twinkle in the stillness of the water.

In this episode we find ourselves near the North Pole during the weeks that the northern lights are at their most magnificent peak.  There are polar animals, hot cocoa, a fire that smokes and lots of night magic.  Bundle up, get warm and cozy in bed and join me in this very special place on earth. I drew the artwork for this episode as photographs rarely can capture this experience as it should be captured. If you enjoy asmr bedtime stories find more here:  https://anchor.fm/landscapelullabies For more content in this style visit: patreon.com/ironstef Instagram: @landscapelullabies

In this soft spoken sleep episode I visit a secluded Japanese inspired water garden and teahouse monastery.  A kind monk is my host serving tea and another tending to a rock garden.  Koi fish, striking colors of nature and the sounds that bring the mind back to calm define this beautiful garden.  There are rocky waterfalls and as always, animal friends found in their natural habitats. This magical place is a gentle environment that encourages reflection and meditation. If you enjoy asmr bedtime stories find more here:  https://anchor.fm/landscapelullabies For more content in this style visit: patreon.com/ironstef Instagram: @landscapelullabies youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyL1xy1iXi5Jza2Qj9cdGpw

In this soft spoken sleep story episode I find myself unexpectedly caught in the rain one night.   I take refuge in a charming dimly lit coffee shop.  The soft music, fairy lights, and baked goods perfuming the air all offer a safe haven from the thunderstorm. If you enjoy asmr bedtime stories find more here:  https://anchor.fm/landscapelullabies For more content in this style visit: patreon.com/ironstef Instagram: @landscapelullabies youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyL1xy1iXi5Jza2Qj9cdGpw

In this soft spoken bedtime story I visit family at their summer stuga  (a country cottage commonly owned by Swedes to spend summers in)  in Sweden along with a dog called Birger.  We take a boat into the enchanted forest to find mushrooms and lingonberries - and some forest friends.   The food I prepare with the delights we harvest will be one of the October kitchen lullaby episodes.   If you enjoy asmr bedtime stories find more here:  https://anchor.fm/landscapelullabies For more content in this style visit: patreon.com/ironstef Instagram: @landscapelullabies youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyL1xy1iXi5Jza2Qj9cdGpw

In this bedtime story episode I visit a couple's home in Italy. The man is known for "precision pizza" and I find out what that is in the outdoor kitchen on their lush property. Generous good natured hosts have made this visit truly heart warming.  This episode is a mix of food and travel.  It is hard to separate them! If you enjoy asmr bedtime stories find more here:  https://anchor.fm/landscapelullabies For more content in this style visit: patreon.com/ironstef Instagram: @landscapelullabies youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyL1xy1iXi5Jza2Qj9cdGpw

For many of you fall is your favorite time of year. In this episode I go leaf peeping in Vermont and enjoy the sights and flavors of the season while staying in a charming bed and breakfast.  The beautiful and delicious kind of weekends movies and postcards are made of. Winding roads, apple cider donuts, covered bridges and leaves, glorious leaves! If you enjoy asmr bedtime stories find more here:  https://anchor.fm/landscapelullabies For more content in this style visit: patreon.com/ironstef Instagram: @landscapelullabies youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyL1xy1iXi5Jza2Qj9cdGpw

In this travel essay style episode you will join me as we visit the Costa del Sol.  Get your mind off the day behind you and submerge yourself into the  sunny coastal area of Spain where it is warm, vibrant, delicious and there is plenty of entertainment to be enjoyed. I find my way from the sandy beach to a talented set of street performers dancing the dance of the gypsies to the delight of a crowd. If you enjoy asmr bedtime stories find more here:  https://anchor.fm/landscapelullabies For more content in this style visit: patreon.com/ironstef Instagram: @landscapelullabies youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyL1xy1iXi5Jza2Qj9cdGpw

In this  soft spoken sleep story episode I visit a family apple farm to pick apples for pies.  The pie baking and apple pancetta butternut soup is featured in the September episodes of Kitchen Lullabies. If you enjoy asmr bedtime stories find more here:  https://anchor.fm/landscapelullabies For more content in this style visit: patreon.com/ironstef Instagram: @landscapelullabies youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyL1xy1iXi5Jza2Qj9cdGpw