The moss-covered guardian of the old forest.
A sleep story from the Earth Dragon series.
Welcome,
Dear friend.
You've arrived precisely where you were meant to be.
Tonight,
You're stepping into a sanctuary of tranquility.
A haven of safety.
A space that embraces a profound sense of belonging.
This is your moment to be cherished.
To be loved.
To be cradled.
And to embark on a journey of healing.
Allow the burdens of the day to gently slide off your shoulders.
Like leaves drifting from the trees in autumn.
Let your mind unwind,
Releasing the tension and raising thoughts that often cloud your awareness.
As you take a deep breath,
Feel your lungs expand,
Inviting in new,
Restorative energy.
The world outside can wait.
It is paused in this sacred moment.
You are crossing a gentle threshold into timeless embrace of the old forest.
Into a profound stillness.
Into the welcoming arms of something ancient and kind.
Where whispers of nature cradle your spirit.
Here,
You are free to find solace.
To explore the depth of your own heart.
And to connect with the essence of who you are.
The forest greets you with a gentle murmur.
Weaving through the air like a secret lullaby.
Towering pine trees stretch skywards.
Their branches reaching out against the canvas of a fading twilight.
Their needles shimmering like silver threads caught in the delicate embrace of a waxing moon.
The path beneath your feet is inviting softness.
Cushioned by a rich tapestry of pine needles.
Fragrant petals in the powery dust of forgotten dreams.
With each step,
You find yourself drawn deeper into the forest's embrace.
The whispering wind carrying you further into its heart.
A profound hush blankets the world around you.
Cocooning you in a serene stillness.
As you advance,
You become aware of the forest's presence.
The way it envelops you.
As if it's been patiently waiting for your arrival.
With each breath you take,
Your lungs fill with a gift of tranquility.
A soothing balm that calms the mind and spirit.
You notice how the moss grows luxuriously wrapping stones in a cloak of emerald brilliance.
Soft and cool to the touch.
When you place your hands upon it,
Time seems to stretch and slow.
Allowing you to feel the steady rhythm of your heartbeat.
A reassuring pulse in this sacred space.
The earth welcomes you unconditionally.
Embracing you just as you are.
A soul seeking lust within the age.
Bold wisdom of the woods.
Each moment here feels like coming home.
A return to yourself amidst the whispering trees and the nurturing hum of nature.
And ahead,
You see it.
An enchanting hill.
Its surface draped in a lush carpet of moss so thick it irradiates a soft,
Ethereal glow.
Remissance of moonlight spilling across the luxurious velvet.
The towering trees surrounding its sway softly.
Their leaves whispering secrets to the breeze as they part gracefully.
As you draw nearer,
You notice the hill's gentle rise and fall.
As if it's alive.
Breathing softly with the rhythm of the earth.
Inviting you to draw closer and discover its hidden wonders.
From the heart of the hill,
A deep rumble begins to resonate through the barks.
It's not a sound born of fear,
But rather an echo of ancient knowing.
Reverberating in the very bones of the land.
A breath is drawn,
Which feels as old as the stone itself.
Timeless and profound.
The moth beneath your feet shifts gently as if stirred by some unseen force.
Suddenly a great eye opens before you.
Golden and soft.
Brimming with the wisdom and experience of a thousand lifetimes.
It lived beneath the canopy of the old wood.
It is a earth dragon.
The reverend guardian of the old forest.
With intentional grace,
It begins to rise.
Slowly.
Almost as if the world itself is yielding to its presence.
The earth molds and shapes itself into this magnificent being.
Crafted just for this moment.
Just for you.
Its body is a wondrous tapestry of bark and stone.
Intricately intertwined.
Then adorned with lush moss.
And glimmering flecks of crystal that catch the light like stars caught in twilight.
As you stand before this majestic creature,
A deep scent of reassurance washes over you.
There is no fear in your heart.
Only a comforting warmth that circles around you like a gentle embrace.
The earth dragon gazes down at you.
Its luminous eye filled with understanding and compassion.
In that profound gaze,
A deep truth dawns upon you.
You are enough,
Just as you are.
You are secret.
A vital thread in the tapestry of existence.
Above all,
You are so very loved and cherished.
Part of the universe.
Grand design.
The majestic dragon lowers its great-scaled head to meet your gaze.
Its eyes shimmering like coals of molten gold.
In that moment,
You feel a connection that transcends words.
A deep,
Unspoken understanding.
You step forward,
Heart racing,
Yet there is no trace of hesitation in your movement.
The air around you hums with a gentle energy.
And the dragon communicates,
Not through speech,
But through the warmth radiating from its mighty body.
Wrapping around you like a soft embrace.
In its presence,
You sense a profound truth unfolding.
You have walked a long and arduous path.
One endured with both trials and triumphs.
You have carried burdens heavy with the weight of your journey.
But now,
Now it's time for liberation.
As if acknowledging the depth of your journey,
The dragon curls its powerful form around you.
You settle into the soft,
Shortened moss that blankets the ground.
Nestling comfortably beside its powerful heart.
Which beats with a steady,
Calming rhythm.
With each inhale,
The weight of your worries begins to dissipate.
Lifting like morning mist.
You breathe in deeply,
Feeling lighter and freer as if the very essence of the earth is cradling you.
The love and acceptance seep into your bones.
Whispering that you are worthy.
That you are enough.
In this sacred moment,
Surrounded by the dragon's ancient wisdom and nurturing spirit.
You finally release your hold.
You lie back,
Surrendering to the soft embrace of the moss.
Which rises gently to cradle your form.
Above you the breath of the dragon,
Once fierce and unyielding,
Begins to flow.
Synchronizing with your own steady heartbeat.
In this tranquil moment,
A sense of safety surrounds around you.
Like a warm blanket.
You are strong,
Rooted in this serene sanctuary.
You are whole,
Connected to the fabric of the universe.
As you breathe deeply,
The forest comes alive around you.
A symphony of whispers and rustling leaves.
The delicate root weaves beneath you like the fingers of old friends grounding you.
Smooth stones warm your back.
Their ancient energy pulsing gently from below.
Filling you with warmth and comfort.
Above the stars begin to twinkle through the leafy canopy.
Tiny pinpricks of light that seem to wink in acknowledgement of your presence.
In this sacred space,
Every element is holding you.
You are not alone in this vast expanse of green and shadow.
You have never truly been alone.
Beside you,
The Earth Dragon rests.
A magnificent guardian with scales that shimmer like emeralds in the tepid light.
Its presence shields you,
Not just from harm,
But also from the forgetfulness that can obscure your own beauty.
Here,
Under its watchful eye,
You are reminded of your birth.
Your unique light woven into the very fabric of this enchanted world.
The Dragon sleeps,
Its enormous form coils like a mountain in the twilight.
You settle beside it,
Wrapped in warmth and protection.
The forest hums a gentle lullaby.
Deep air thick with the scent of damp moss and silvery moonlight filtering through the trees.
The roots intertwine below,
Cradling the Earth,
While stars twinkle like lost dreams add.
The breath of the Earth rises and folds.
A steady rhythm that echoes the soft rise and fall of your own chest.
In this serene moment,
You feel a connection to every little thing around you.
To the ancient woods,
The whispering winds,
And the shimmering night sky.
You are safe here,
Cocooned in shadows and light,
Cherished by the presence of a majestic dragon at the helm of nature.
Loved,
You find solace in the quiet embrace of the night.
A simple yet profound reminder that,
In this realm,
You are home.
As you settle in for the night,
Sleep well,
My dear friend.
Remember that you are never truly alone.
There is a world around you that cares.
The Earth holds your essence in its embrace,
Always.
You are a part of something vast and beautiful.
Sweet dreams,
And welcome home.
