Lilly's Unicorn - Bedtime Story And Loving Kindness Practice

Good evening,

It's Gina here.

Tonight's story is about a girl named Lily and her very special unicorn friend,

Starwin.

So snuggle down in your blankets and let's begin.

Every night,

As soon as the moon rises,

Lily tiptoes to the edge of the home.

There,

Under the silver glow,

Starwin is waiting,

Her mane soft as clouds,

Her horn sparkling with tiny lights.

Are you ready for our night ride?

Starwin asks gently.

Lily nods,

Climbing onto her back,

And together they gallop into the moonlit woods.

The trees sway softly as they pass,

Their leaves whispering goodnight.

Owls blink from their branches and little foxes curl up beneath the ferns.

The world feels calm and full of magic.

Starwin runs faster and faster,

Her hooves leaving trails of light in the moss.

The stars above twinkle brighter,

As if they're watching the two friends dance through the night.

After a while,

Starwin slows down and they come to a quiet clearing.

The air is still,

Fireflies float all around them,

Tiny lanterns glowing in the dark.

Lily leans forward and hugs her unicorn tightly.

It's almost time for you to sleep,

Says Starwin softly.

But before we go,

Should we send some love to the world?

Lily smiles.

Yes,

Let's do our kindness magic.

If you're listening at home,

You can join Lily and Starwin now.

Place your hands over your heart,

Just like Lily does.

Take a slow,

Gentle breath in and out.

Now,

Think of someone you really love.

Maybe your family,

A friend,

Or even your pet,

And whisper softly,

May you be happy,

May you be safe,

May you sleep peacefully tonight.

The fireflies glow a little brighter.

Now think of all the animals and people in the forest.

May you be happy,

May you be safe,

May you sleep peacefully tonight.

And finally,

Lily and Starwin look up at the night sky.

May all beings everywhere,

Even us,

Be peaceful and happy.

A warm golden light spreads from their hearts into the sky,

Floating over the whole world.

Starwin kneels down and Lily slides off gently.

The unicorn's mane shimmers as she lowers her head.

Good night,

Lily,

She says softly.

Good night,

Starwin,

Lily whispers back.

And with one last sparkle of light,

Starwin prances into the forest shadows.

Lily tiptoes back to her room and settles in her bed.

Her heart is full of love and she is ready to sleep.

Good night,

My friend.