All in Folklore
Yes, I've told the Brothers Grimm tale of 'The Golden Goose' before, but it's been years and this is a slightly different version that I enjoy much more. I hope you feel the same!
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In the Brothers Grimm tale of 'The Turnip' the pair perfectly encapsulates the brother dynamic and has simply the most delicious twist I've come across ever.
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While many of us avoided large Thanksgiving dinners I wanted to share 'Mrs. November's Dinner Party' to remind everyone just how chaotic it could have been. 😁
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As we come to Thanksgiving this Thursday here in America I'm brining you three stories from the Topaz Fairy Book all about the holiday, beginning with 'The Two Alms, or The Thanksgiving Day Gift'.
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In our final story from Japan this week we get a glimpse into why I love the treatment of the gods in Japan. In 'The Singing Bird of Heaven' we see that even the gods can falter.
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Today's story from Japan is 'The Tea-Kettle' a tale of mischief and friendship and a magical kettle.
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The first of three stories from Japan this week, 'Green Willow' is an almost impossibly touching and sad tale of love.
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Our final story from California this week, 'The Queen of Death Valley', isn't really a ghost story - but it certainly isn't a happy tale either.
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Heading back to "Myths and Legends of Our Own Land" by Charles Skinner I'm correcting a grave wrong today and Friday with two ghost stories from California, beginning with 'The Spook of Misery Hill'.
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In our final story from "The Topaz Story Book" we get a story about the bravery and cunning of a young squirrel.
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