The Calming Cascade, A Brightwood Sleep Story

In Brightwood Forest there was a serene waterfall called the Calming Cascade.

The waters sparkled like silver in the moonlight and made a gentle,

Soothing sound as they fell into the crystal clear pool below.

All the forest animals knew that visiting the Calming Cascade would melt away any worries.

One evening,

A little hedgehog named Hazel felt restless.

She was finding it hard to sleep and she felt a little flutter of unease in her tummy.

Remembering the other animals' stories about the Calming Cascade,

She decided to visit the magical place.

As Hazel approached the waterfall,

She heard the gentle hum of the water and felt a cool mist on her tiny nose.

She saw Benny,

The beaver,

Who was building himself a cosy dam nearby.

Hello Hazel,

Benny greeted her kindly.

Can't sleep?

Let the Calming Cascade lull you with its sweet song.

Hazel sat by the water's edge,

Her spiky body relaxing as she listened to the rhythmic flow.

Benny joined her and together they watched the stars twinkle above,

Reflecting in the waters.

Before very long,

Hazel felt her eyelids grow heavy and she snuggled into a bed of soft moss.

The sound of the waterfall relaxing in her ears,

Sending her off to sleep.

Benny whispered just on the edge of hearing,

Whenever you need calm,

Remember this place and let the waterfall's song bring you peace.

Relax and let your dreams take you on lovely adventures ready for tomorrow.

See you soon in the Brightwood.

Night night.