Sleepy Bedtime Blessings

Hi Sweet Ones - I'm still navigating the quiet spaces. Soon, though, I promise new episodes for you! In the meanwhile, enjoy this replay of episode # 203 from 2023. I send it to you with love!💜 Greetings, Beautiful Souls. This is Laurel, back with another episode of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. 🌟😇If you're up for a rambling and somewhat mundane journey, this episode was created just for you.Naturally, we begin with a gentle wave of angelic love, ensuring that soothing, sweet, and cozy energies from your Divine Team of Angels wrap around you like a comforting cocoon (fingers crossed).Then, I do my best to ramble for 37 minutes or so about the things I'm doing in an attempt to regulate my nervous system during this time of extreme upheaval in the world.  No, I won't be discussing the merits of meditation. Instead I'll be sharing with you about Sunday afternoon in my pajamas, continuing my obsession with shopping for crystals on TikTok, my delight in our new Asian supermarket in our town and other sweet distractions that are bringing me tiny moments of comfort. Storytime begins at 16:12And, for those seeking an enduring infusion of angelic love, don't forget to explore my Earth Angels Oracle deck. You can bring it into your life by simply following this enchanted link to order it directly from DriveThruCards.com: Earth Angels Oracle DeckYour support, your messages, and your stories hold a special place in my heart, so please, feel free to reach out or share your thoughts. We are a loving community, and I am profoundly grateful to share this journey with you. 💖

Here is a replay of episode #174. Enjoy! Wishing you blessings of light as you drift off to sleep.  💖  Welcome back to another soothing episode of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings, dear listeners. I'm Laurel Bleadon-Maffei, your host, and I'm filled with joy to be here with you, surrounded by the tender embrace of the angels and the radiant energy of Divine Love. ✨🌸 In episode #174, the angels gently guide us on a beautiful journey of exploration into the concept and profound presence of Divine Love. Let us bask in the warmth of this divine elixir, as it flows through, nurturing and uplifting our spirits. 🌈🌌🕊️ For storytime, I take you to some of my most treasured happy places from my life. We'll stroll down memory lane, pausing at my parents' kitchen table, then, I'll whisk you away to two of my apartments from my time in Los Angeles, where friendship, healing and dreams took flight. 🏡🌆Storytime begins at 17:30💤 As always, our cozy and comforting atmosphere is the perfect haven for relaxation. So, snuggle up in your softest blanket, let the angels' love surround you, and allow their nurturing energy to guide you into a peaceful and rejuvenating slumber. 😴💫Thank you for joining me on this enchanting episode of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. If you're enjoying this podcast, we would be incredibly grateful if you could share your love with a review. And don't forget to follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/illuminatingsouls/ for more angelic insights and guidance. May your night be filled with sweet dreams and boundless love. 🌙💕This podcast is lovingly narrated and produced by angelic practitioner, Laurel Bleadon-Maffei. To learn more about my work, please visit my website at www.illuminatingsouls.com. May the presence of Divine Love guide you into a restful slumber. ✨💤

💜 Hello Sweet Ones! At long last here is a new episode from my heart to yours. We begin by exploring the concept of the "in-between" a space I suspect many of us are navigating right now. It represents that time between seasons, the moments before change happens. And of course, the angels bring you infusions of love. 📺 For storytime we explore the pages of an old TV Guide issue from June 1978. It has Valerie Harper of Rhoda fame on the cover. Lots of nostalgia here for you and I hope it connects you with some warm memories. Storytime starts at 18:53And as always, if you’re looking to deepen your connection with the angels or find a bit more joy and "delight" in your everyday, my Earth Angels Oracle deck is here to help. You can find it here: https://www.drivethrucards.com/product/437560/The-Earth-Angels-Oracle-Tarot-Size.If you're enjoying this podcast, please consider leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. It really helps spread the word!I look forward to connecting with you soon! In the meanwhile, the angels and I are sending you the sweetest of dreams. With Love, Laurel ❤️

Hi Sweet Friends - Enjoy this replay from one of my earlier episodes #41 Tonight the angels bring forth beautiful bright energies to help uplift you into higher vibrations as you drift off to sleep. Then walk down memory lane with me as I share Passover memories from childhood as well as some holiday recipes from 1968.The story begins at 19:41You can learn more about Laurel and the angels at illuminatingsouls.comFind daily inspirational messages on the Illuminating Souls Facebook page

Enjoy this replay from March 2023!🌸 Hello Beautiful Friends! Welcome to episode 135 of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings! I am your host Laurel Bleadon-Maffei, and in this episode, the angels bring forth a beautiful and soothing meditation with light and divine healing to help you relax and drift off to sleep. They also share with you wisdom about Divine Co-Creation.For storytime, we travel back in time as I read to you from an article about Boulder, CO from the pages of Good Housekeeping in 1908. We'll also take a peek at the lingerie of the time. As always, the angels and I will do our best to make this snoozy for you.{And a small production note, it was raining when I recorded this, so expect a few  tap-taps as well as some overly excited birds outside. Extra audio ambiance for you in this episode.  💖  }Storytime begins at 23:12So, sit back, relax, and let the angels and I soothe you into dreamland. 💤Thank you for listening, and if you're enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving a review to support us. Your support means the world to me! 💖Join me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/illuminatingsouls/ for more angelic insights and guidance. Have a blessed night! 🌙This podcast is narrated and produced by angelic practitioner, Laurel Bleadon-Maffei. Learn more about my work at www.illuminatingsouls.com.

💜 Hi Dear Ones - It is a blessing to spend time with you. In this episode, we explore the richness of quiet moments. Of course, the angels are infusing this episode with lots of love for you.  😇💤Our Storytime is inspired by another community cookbook. This one is called Precious Jewish Cooking and was published by the Sisterhood Parkway Jewish Center in Pittsburgh, PA. My sense is it was published in the 60s. There are lots of nostalgic recipes to warm your heart and invoke precious memories.. Storytime begins at 18:40Thank you for listening and allowing me to keep you company.If you are enjoying this podcast, I invite you to leave a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. I invite you to visit me at www.illuminatingsouls.com where you can sign up for my mailing list and learn more about my classes and services.  Until the next time, thank you for listening.   💜 With Love,Laurel Bleadon-MaffeiAngelic Practitioner, Spiritual Teacher + Encourager of Souls

💜Hi Sweet Friends - welcome to this love-infused episode created just for you! 😇💤As always, the angels are infusing love, light and comfort for you as you prepare to drift off to sleep (or go about your day depending upon your listening preference).For this episode, I recount for you last weekend's meanderings to my favorite grocery stores, bakeries and to say a final farewell to Joann's Fabrics. You'll hear all about my all-time favorite "emergency" pie. You'll also hear about the joy it brings me to stand in bakery lines with others on a weekend morning. It just feels so lovely and civilized. Truth is, this is a meandering episode of things that delighted my heart and I hope the joy ripples to you, too!Storytime begins at 13:49And may I ask a favor? If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. Thank you!I invite you to visit my web site www.illuminatingsouls.com to sign up for my mailing list and learn about my current offerings. 😴🌠 Wishing you a blessed night and sweet dreams until we meet again!Thank you!

 💜 Hello sweet friends. Laurel here. Enjoy this replay of episode #200. The angels send it to you with love. In this episode, the angels and I share wisdom and soothing energy to help calm your nervous system and feel more balanced. Then, during our meditation, Divine Mother will join you bringing an extra layer of healing love just for you. 😇💖Then for storytime we'll share some sweet ice cream memories! 🍦 We'll try and remember some of Baskin-Robbins' 31 flavors, reminisce about the joy of hearing the bells from the Good Humor man's truck as it announced itself on a summer day and a few other meandering ice cream-related snippets.Storytime begins at 19:08And a sweet reminder my Earth Angels Oracle deck is now available! If you're ready to dive into a world of angelic guidance, you can order it directly through DriveThruCards.com right here: https://www.drivethrucards.com/product/437560/The-Earth-Angels-Oracle-Tarot-SizeI can't express how much your support means to me.  Feel free to share your thoughts, stories, or simply to say hello. I love hearing from you. 💬As we journey into dreamland tonight, remember you're wrapped in love and warmth. Here's to another 200 episodes and many more cherished moments together. 💤💕Until we meet again, have the coziest dreams and know that I'm sending you extra love tonight. 🌠❤️

💜Hi Beautiful Friends - It is lovely to gather with you for this sweet and soothing broadcast.  😇💤In this episode, there is lots of angel love for you and I'll share with you a bit about our first-ever meeting of my new crafting circle, Crafting in the Light. For Storytime, we'll pay a virtual visit to Trader Joe's as we flip through the pages of their Fearless Flyer for February 2025. I'll share with you my new unexpected favorite treat from them as well as other snippets of deliciousness. It will be rambling, fun and slightly entertaining so you can rest, relax and enjoy companionship for the next hour.Storytime begins at 21:20And may I ask a favor? If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. Thank you!I invite you to visit my web site www.illuminatingsouls.com to sign up for my mailing list and learn about my current offerings. 😴🌠 Wishing you a blessed night and sweet dreams until we meet again!Thank you!

💜 Hi Beautiful Friends! Welcome to episode #297 of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. As always we begin with a bit of heartcentered rambling and then we are joined by the angels for a boost of Divine Love. For storytime, we are returning to the pages of the book, Travelling and it's Requirements Addressed to Ladies by a Lady published in 1875. In the next chapters the author prepares us for traveling from the UK to America and also provides a glimpse of a possible itinerary for a "round the world" tour. My hope is you will find this both interesting and mildly boring so you can drift off to sleep (if that is your intention)Storytime starts at 16:48And as always, if you’re looking to deepen your connection with the angels or find a bit more joy and "delight" in your everyday, my Earth Angels Oracle deck is here to help. You can find it here: https://www.drivethrucards.com/product/437560/The-Earth-Angels-Oracle-Tarot-Size.And, if you're a regular listener and are enjoying this podcast, it would mean the world if you would leave a rating and review on your favorite podcast app! 🌠❤️

💜 Hi Beautiful Friends - It is a blessing to bring you this episode infused with angelic love for you. My hope is it keeps you good company as you drift off to sleep or go about your day. Whenever you choose to listen, the angels will bring you love.  😇💤For Storytime, we are going to be flipping through the pages of another vintage community cookbook. This one is the White Rock Community Cookbook published by the White Rock Methodist Church of Dallas, TX in 1946. There are delicious recipes and memories to share together, including "Mother Peterson's Donuts" and you just know if it carried her name, they must be delicious!Storytime begins at 18:45Thank you for listening and allowing me to keep you company.If you are enjoying this podcast, I invite you to leave a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. I invite you to visit me at www.illuminatingsouls.com where you can sign up for my mailing list and learn more about my classes and services.  Until the next time, thank you for listening.   💜 With Love,Laurel Bleadon-MaffeiAngelic Practitioner, Spiritual Teacher + Encourager of Souls

Hello Sweet Friends - As much as it is in my heart to have recorded a new episode for you, I'm needing a bit of extra time to go "off duty" as we navigating the intensity of this transit. But worry not, I'll be back soon! In the meanwhile, please enjoy this replay from May, 2022, episode #47 that includes a fascinating tour of the Kellogg's factory from 1916. It is one of my favorites!With Love, LaurelTonight the angels bring forth a lovely chakra clearing for you as you drift off to sleep. Then Laurel peruses a marketing booklet written in 1916 about Kellogg's manufacturing process. It's boring enough to help you sleep and interesting enough to keep you company. The story begins at 16:13You can learn more about Laurel and the angels at illuminatingsouls.comReceive an inspirational message from Laurel + Illuminating Souls each day via email. Join our Daily Inspiration Blast for a sweet little morsel of goodness delivered to your mailbox Monday thru Friday. Find daily inspirational messages on the Illuminating Souls Facebook page

💜 Hello Sweet Souls. The angels and I bring you this love-filled episode. My hope is it helps you come into a place for replenishment, light and goodness.   😇💤In this episode's Storytime, I share the origins of one of my most quoted pieces of prose. It is inspired by my hikes at Will Rogers State Park some years ago and the journey of self-discovery. Here is the piece of prose:I found my heart upon a mountain I did not know I could climb, and I wonder how many other pieces of myself are secreted away in places I judge I cannot go.-Laurel Bleadon-MaffeiYou'll hear how my years-long love of hiking at Will Rogers State Park helped me find my way into the life I live now. Storytime begins at 18:50Thank you for listening and allowing me to keep you company.If you are enjoying this podcast, I invite you to leave a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. I invite you to visit me at www.illuminatingsouls.com where you can sign up for my mailing list and learn more about my classes and services.  Until the next time, thank you for listening.   💜 With Love,Laurel Bleadon-MaffeiAngelic Practitioner, Spiritual Teacher + Encourager of Souls

💜 Hi Beautiful Friends - At last, a new episode for you. The angels and I have infused this broadcast for love, comfort and light for you!  😇💤For Storytime, we return to the pages of  "Favorite Home Tested Recipes , from the women of the Christian Mothers Society in Vesta, Minnesota" published in 1946. We flipped through the first part of this community cookbook in episode #283, but with all the craziness in the world right now, I felt guided to immerse us in even more delicious and comforting recipes from this collection of recipes. Storytime begins at 18:00Thank you for listening and allowing me to keep you company.If you are enjoying this podcast, I invite you to leave a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. I invite you to visit me at www.illuminatingsouls.com where you can sign up for my mailing list and learn more about my classes and services.  Until the next time, thank you for listening.   💜 With Love,Laurel Bleadon-MaffeiAngelic Practitioner, Spiritual Teacher + Encourager of Souls

💖 Hello Beautiful Friends and welcome to this episode of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. This is a replay of episode #147. In this episode the angels help us explore the concept of "no-thingness" and the experience of stillness in the midst of creation. With the current energies in the collective, it's helpful to explore this space and find a sense of grounding and clarity. 📖 For storytime, I'm excited to share with you about one of my favorite places in Los Angeles: The Huntington Library and Gardens in San Marino, CA. With its vast collection of rare books and art, as well as stunning botanical gardens and conservatory, it's a treasure trove of beauty and knowledge. I'll be reading to you from an article published in 1922 about the fascinating history of how Henry E. Huntington created this magnificent repository and dedicated it to public use. So cozy on up and snuggle on in for another sweet and soothing episode to help you rest, relax and fall asleep.Storytime begins at 20:50.Thank you for listening, and if you're enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving a review to support us. Your support means the world to me! 💖Join me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/illuminatingsouls/ for more angelic insights and guidance. Have a blessed night! 🌙This podcast is narrated and produced by angelic practitioner, Laurel Bleadon-Maffei. Learn more about my work at www.illuminatingsouls.com.

Hi Loves-Enjoy this replay of episode #112 where I share some of my favorite memories in celebration of Hannukah!In this episode, learn more about connecting with the love of your angels.  After that, Laurel takes you on a trip down memory lane as she shares some of her childhood memories of the Jewish holiday, Hanukkah. She reminisces about the traditions and customs of the holiday, including lighting the menorah and enjoying delicious latkes.Throughout the episode, Laurel's soothing voice and calming presence provide a comforting and peaceful atmosphere, making it the perfect listen for winding down before bed. If you're in need of some love and light from the angels, or just want to learn more about Hanukkah, tune in to this episode of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings.  

💜 Hello Beautiful Friends. It is a blessing to gather with you and the angels for this episode of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings.As always, we begin with some gentle rambles from my heart to yours and some time in the sweet energies of the angels to help you replenish and connect with their unending love for you. 📺 For storytime, we are going into the wayback machine as we flip through the pages of an old issue of TV Guide from June 1971. The cover features Bill Bixby and Brandon Cruz from The Courtship of Eddie's Father. This was a great year for my childhood favorites like the Brady Bunch and The Partridge Family. I hope there are some sweet memories for you, too, in this episode! Storytime starts at 16:29And as always, if you’re looking to deepen your connection with the angels or find a bit more joy and "delight" in your everyday, my Earth Angels Oracle deck is here to help. You can find it here: https://www.drivethrucards.com/product/437560/The-Earth-Angels-Oracle-Tarot-Size.If you're enjoying this podcast, please consider leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. It really helps spread the word!I look forward to connecting with you soon! In the meanwhile, the angels and I are sending you the sweetest of dreams. With Love, Laurel ❤️

Hi Sweet Ones - Oh, but I had every intention of recording a new episode for you this week, but alas, I succumbed to the call of crocheting and a marathon of Great British Baking Show. I even have the material for our next episode sitting here on my desk (preview it is a TV Guide from 1971).  So I'll be back soon with something new for you, but for now, enjoy this replay of episode #152 where you will learn more about why my husband is always "right."   💖 In this episode we explore the challenges we sometimes face when we're in "The Gap of Creation" and the angels bring forth lovely encouragement and light to help us navigate our paths.  It's the perfect way to end your day and invite in a restful sleep. 🌸 And for storytime, I share with you a few scenes from my marriage to my husband, Wes. What is it like to be married to a man who is deeply intuitive and therefore almost always right? Well, let me tell you... It's a sweet behind-the-scenes glimpse to the man who holds space for all that I do, including this podcast.  🌙 So, snuggle up under your favorite blanket, let the angels soothe your soul, and join me for a cozy evening of stories and inspiration.Storytime begins at 22:42Thank you for listening, and if you're enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving a review to support us. Your support means the world to me! 💖Join me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/illuminatingsouls/ for more angelic insights and guidance. Have a blessed night! 🌙This podcast is narrated and produced by angelic practitioner, Laurel Bleadon-Maffei. Learn more about my work at www.illuminatingsouls.com.

💜Hi Sweet Friends - it is a blessing to gather with you for the next hour or so and bring you some rambles from my life. 😇💤We begin with some gentle contemplations about this moment in life as the angels bring forth beautiful energies to help soothe and balance your energy. In Storytime, I share some personal reflections of my time on Ozempic including my experience of "Ozempic Brain" that is positively fascinating to me. Then we'll flip through the pages of Trader Joe's Holiday Guide for December 2024 and make our way through their endless variations of holiday classics such as gingerbread, peppermint and more. Storytime begins at 19:04💖 Lots of love is here for you. Always. And may I ask a favor? If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. Thank you!I invite you to visit my web site www.illuminatingsouls.com to sign up for my mailing list and learn about my current offerings. 😴🌠 Wishing you a blessed night and sweet dreams until we meet again!Thank you!

💜 Hello Beautiful Friends, it is a blessing to gather with you for this episode of our podcast. It has been a few weeks since publishing a new episode and it feels lovely to be able to join you with new content here. You will, of course, receive love and inspiration from the angels and me. Then for storytime, we are going to flip through the pages of the weekly newspaper "Holly Leaves" from 1919. This was a periodical for the ever-growing neighborhood of Hollywood, CA back in its early days. It's a bit interesting and also mundane enough to help you fall asleep should  you listen during your bedtime. Storytime starts at 20:30And as always, if you’re looking to deepen your connection with the angels or find a bit more joy and "delight" in your everyday, my Earth Angels Oracle deck is here to help. You can find it here.If you're enjoying this podcast, please consider leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. It really helps spread the word!I look forward to connecting with you soon! In the meanwhile, the angels and I are sending you the sweetest of dreams. In the meanwhile, I invite you to visit me at my web site, www.illuminatingsouls.comWith Love, Laurel ❤️

Hello Sweet Ones: Enjoy this replay of last year's Thanksgiving episode. Wes and I are wishing you a lovely holiday!💜 Hello Loves, in this episode,  it's Laurel, your guide at Sleepy Bedtime Blessings, returning with another episode filled with soothing ramblings. 🌟😇 In this episode, the angels bring forth soothing comforting love for you.  😴💫 Then we open our collective Thanksgiving table of goodness for Storytime. I'll ramble my way through memories of Thanksgiving past, a glimpse into our non-traditional low-expectations Thanksgiving gathering for this year and then we'll flip through the pages of November's Fearless Flyer from our grocery store bestie, Trader Joe's.  🦃🍂Storytime begins at 16:12.And remember, you can bring the magic of angel messages home with you through my Earth Angels Oracle deck. Dive into its mystical wisdom by ordering it directly from DriveThruCards.com using this enchanted link: https://www.drivethrucards.com/product/437560/The-Earth-Angels-Oracle-Tarot-Size.Your support, messages, and stories continue to light up our loving community. 💖As you drift into a peaceful slumber, wrapped in the warmth of love and angelic blessings, always know that you are cherished beyond words. 😇🌙Until we meet again, sweet dreams  and blessings to you!🌠🧡

Hello Beautiful Friends-  My apologies for posting another replay, but I'm needing a bit of time away to find balance and calibrate. I know you understand. But I promise to post new content soon! In the meanwhile here is a sweetly boring episode #118 about California Tourism published in 1910.  Love to you! LaurelIn this very snooze-worthy episode, the angels bring forth soothing waves of love to help you relax and drift off to sleep. Then, join Laurel as she reads from the exceptionally boring book "California for the Tourist" by Southern Pacific, the perfect choice to put you to sleep. Get ready for a peaceful night's rest as you learn about the vibe of San Francisco in 1910.The story begins at  20:05You can learn more about Laurel and the angels at illuminatingsouls.comReceive an inspirational message from Laurel + Illuminating Souls each day via email. Join our Daily Inspiration Blast for a sweet little morsel of goodness delivered to your mailbox Monday thru Friday. Find daily inspirational messages on the Illuminating Souls Facebook page

Hi Beautiful Friends - Enjoy this replay of episode #62 from 2022. The angels and I are sending you lots of love as you listen. Tonight receive waves of love, wisdom and light from Laurel + the angels. Then join Laurel as she peruses through a copy of The Council Cookbook published by the San Francisco Section of the Council of Jewish Women published in 1909.  Lots of love and deliciousness for you in this episode!The story begins at  22:25You can learn more about Laurel and the angels at illuminatingsouls.comReceive an inspirational message from Laurel + Illuminating Souls each day via email. Join our Daily Inspiration Blast for a sweet little morsel of goodness delivered to your mailbox Monday thru Friday. Find daily inspirational messages on the Illuminating Souls Facebook page

💜 Hi Sweet Friends - It's a blessing to share the next hour with you. The angels and I are here to help you drift off to sleep or go about your day. Whenever you choose to listen, we're glad you're here!  😇💤For Storytime, let's invoke the comfort of good food as we peruse the pages of another community cookbook. In this episode, we are honoring the women of the Christian Mothers Society in Vesta, Minnesota. Their book is named "Favorite Home Tested Recipes" and it was published in 1946. You'll hear about yummy pie recipes and much more. I just love these women and the heart they brought to the food they made for their families and communities. Storytime begins at 16:05Thank you for listening and allowing me to keep you company.If you are enjoying this podcast, I invite you to leave a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. I invite you to visit me at www.illuminatingsouls.com where you can sign up for my mailing list and learn more about my classes and services.  Until the next time, thank you for listening.   💜 With Love,Laurel Bleadon-MaffeiAngelic Practitioner, Spiritual Teacher + Encourager of Souls

💜Hi Beautiful Friends - It is a blessing to be with you for this episode.  😇💤In this episode, the angels bring forth sweet soothing energies for you. We'll also explore the wisdom of No-Thingness in case you are feeling this quiet wave of energy, too. For Storytime, we'll go into the way-back machine for childhood memories of picking the perfect pumpkin, birthday party magic and more. Then we'll flip through the pages of Trader Joe's Fall 2024 Frequent Flyer for their autumnal delights (my new favorite words found in the FF). Pumpkin Spice options are plentiful here!Storytime begins at 18:50💖 Lots of sweetness and love to help you drift off to sleep or go about your dayAnd may I ask a favor? If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. Thank you!I invite you to visit my web site www.illuminatingsouls.com to sign up for my mailing list and learn about my current offerings. 😴🌠 Wishing you a blessed night and sweet dreams until we meet again!Thank you!

Hello Sweet Friends, this week I'm sharing a replay of episode #98 where I share some of my favorite childhood memories of Halloween. I'll be back next week with a new episode for you!In this episode the angels bring forth soothing loving waves of energy for you to help you relax and drift off to sleep.  Then we wander down memory lane as Laurel shares with you Halloween memories from her childhood (which for her, centered around all things candy-related). You'll hear her sorting strategies, the trading system she created with her friends and much more. The story begins at  18:15You can learn more about Laurel and the angels at illuminatingsouls.comReceive an inspirational message from Laurel + Illuminating Souls each day via email. Join our Daily Inspiration Blast for a sweet little morsel of goodness delivered to your mailbox Monday thru Friday. Find daily inspirational messages on the Illuminating Souls Facebook page

💜 Hi Beautiful Friends - Thank you SO much for tuning in to this episode. The angels are weaving beautiful waves of love into this broadcast for you.  😇💤For Storytime, we are exploring the goodness found in the pages of community cookbook, A Culinary Treasure from Temple Beth Hillel Sisterhood of North Hollywood (now Valley Village), CA. Originally published in 1949, I believe the copy I have is from the 1950s. As always, I provide ample editorial about my own food-inspired memories (including the deliciousness of shortbread) with you. Truly a "sweet" way to fall asleep. Storytime begins at 17:53Thank you for listening and allowing me to keep you company.If you are enjoying this podcast, I invite you to leave a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. I invite you to visit me at www.illuminatingsouls.com where you can sign up for my mailing list and learn more about my classes and services.  Until the next time, thank you for listening.   💜 With Love,Laurel Bleadon-MaffeiAngelic Practitioner, Spiritual Teacher + Encourager of Souls

💜 Hello, Sweet Friends! It's a blessing to welcome you back to this episode of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings.  😇💤We begin with some sweet rambles infused with angel love to help you settle in to the lovely vibrations infused into this episode for you. For storytime, join me as I read from the book, The Old Groceryman written by Roe Fulkerson in the early 1900s and published by Kellogg's. You'll learn all sorts of helpful tips should you find yourself transported back 120 years and need to earn you living running a successful grocery store. Storytime begins at 16:27It's a blessing to share the angels' love with you and keep you company as you go about your day or drift off to sleep.If you're enjoying this podcast, I have a favor to ask... It would be wonderful if you would leave a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. Thank you!For more angelic goodness, visit me at www.illuminatingsouls.com, where you can sign up for my mailing list and explore my classes and services.Until next time, sweet dreams and angelic blessings. 💜

Hi Sweet Ones- I really had hoped to record a new episode for you this week, but life had other plans. But I have a really wonderful episode incubating for you that I'll publish soon. In the meanwhile, enjoy this replay of episode #104 where you'll hear about the wonderous gift my husband has for antiquing. Thank you for listening! With Love, Laurel Cozy on up as you receive beautiful waves of love from your beautiful team of angels who love you so! Then Laurel takes you for a companionable wander through her weekend's activities. Nothing big or fancy, just an ordinary few days.  Their big excursion for the weekend involved prowling through local antique stores searching for community cookbooks for Laurel's collection. The story begins at  19:08You can learn more about Laurel and the angels at illuminatingsouls.comReceive an inspirational message from Laurel + Illuminating Souls each day via email. Join our Daily Inspiration Blast for a sweet little morsel of goodness delivered to your mailbox Monday thru Friday. Find daily inspirational messages on the Illuminating Souls Facebook page

💜 Hello Beautiful Friends. Thank you for joining me for episode 277 of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings.We begin with lots of love and soothing energies for you from the angels to help you drift off to sleep. 📺 For storytime, one of your favorites! We are flipping through another TV Guide. This time we're traveling back to 1983. The cover of this issue features Greg and Jenny and Erika Kane from All My Children. If you were watching AMC back then (the soap, not the network), then you'll well remember the iconic star-crossed couple and Jenny's demise on an exploding jet ski. I'll also be sharing with you several cringe-worthy diet ads that reflect why so many of us thought it possible to lose 10 pounds in two days (Umm.... yeah... no...). God bless those moments, right? Thank goodness for our ability to evolve consciousness!Storytime starts at 14:27And as always, if you’re looking to deepen your connection with the angels or find a bit more joy and "delight" in your everyday, my Earth Angels Oracle deck is here to help. You can find it here: https://www.drivethrucards.com/product/437560/The-Earth-Angels-Oracle-Tarot-Size.If you're enjoying this podcast, please consider leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. It really helps spread the word!I look forward to connecting with you soon! In the meanwhile, the angels and I are sending you the sweetest of dreams. With Love, Laurel ❤️

Hi Sweet Friends - Enjoy this replay of episode #110. If you need me, I'll be cozied up with a good book. :)The angels bring you forth waves of divine love and light to help you transition into a lovely state of rest. Then Laurel cozies up underneath the blanket fort as  she reminiscences about her lifelong love of books. Lots of love and sweetness for you in this episode. As you listen, the angels will fill you with love. The story begins at 17:56 You can learn more about Laurel and the angels at illuminatingsouls.comReceive an inspirational message from Laurel + Illuminating Souls each day via email. Join our Daily Inspiration Blast for a sweet little morsel of goodness delivered to your mailbox Monday thru Friday.      

💜Hi Beautiful Friends - Thank you for allowing me the blessing of keeping you company in this episode #275 of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings.  😇💤In this episode I share with you the simplicity of a beautiful spiritual principle of, "Energy goes where attention flows," that I first learned while reading the book, Mastering Your Hidden Self, by Serge Kahali King. 🪔 Get ready to peruse the August 2024 Frequent Flyer from Trader Joes. Yes, another much loved item has been discontinued. Sigh. However, there are many delicious items still to contemplate. I'll also share with you my present obsession of mochi muffins from Third Culture Bakery in Berkeley, CA. Storytime begins at 17:24💖 Lots of sweetness and love to help you drift off to sleep or go about your dayAnd may I ask a favor? If you are enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. Thank you!I invite you to visit my web site www.illuminatingsouls.com to sign up for my mailing list and learn about my current offerings. 😴🌠 Wishing you a blessed night and sweet dreams until we meet again!Thank you!

💜 Hello, Sweet Friends! It's a blessing to welcome you back to this episode of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings.  😇💤We begin with time with the angels and conversation about energizing Miracles as daily companions to life. Then, for Storytime, one of my favorites! We're going to explore the pages of Country Life in America magazine from 1902. We'll learn about the abandoned farms of New England. Next, we'll peruse the real estate listings for ginormous estates of the gilded age. I'll also share with you my present fascination with the chickens of TikTok. Storytime begins at 15:55It's a blessing to share the angels' love with you and keep you company as you go about your day or drift off to sleep.If you're enjoying this podcast, I have a favor to ask... It would be wonderful if you would leave a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. Thank you!For more angelic goodness, visit me at www.illuminatingsouls.com, where you can sign up for my mailing list and explore my classes and services.Until next time, sweet dreams and angelic blessings. 💜With Love, Laurel Bleadon-Maffei 

💜 Hello, Dear Ones! Welcome to another soothing episode of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. As always, the angels are here, infusing this broadcast with waves of love to help you drift into a peaceful slumber. 😇💤In this episode, the angels remind us of the power of asking for help. Our Storytime takes us on a journey through the pages of a charming cookbook  published by a fascinating direct-to-consumer retailer from the past. From vanilla extract to spices, beauty aids and home medicines, this company was a one-stop-shop for all household needs.Storytime begins at 17:06Thank you for allowing me to keep you company on your journey to dreamland. If you're enjoying this podcast, I'd be grateful if you could leave a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. For more angelic goodness, visit me at www.illuminatingsouls.com, where you can sign up for my mailing list and explore my classes and services.Until next time, sweet dreams and angelic blessings. 💜With Love, Laurel Bleadon-Maffei Angelic Practitioner, Spiritual Teacher + Encourager of Souls

💜 Hi Dear Ones - Yay! I'm back with a new episode for you! Of course, the angels are infusing this broadcast with waves of love to help soothe you into a lovely space of rest.  😇💤Our Storytime is inspired by another community cookbook. This one was published in 1948 by the Duluth Section of the National Council of Jewish Women. Lots of wonderful nostalgic recipes for you. And I'll also weave in how I'm being influenced by Logan on TikTok into making cucumber salads (because "sometimes you need to eat a whole cucumber") and Bethenny Frankel's favorite Nescafe Instant Iced Coffee. Storytime begins at 18:40Thank you for listening and allowing me to keep you company.If you are enjoying this podcast, I invite you to leave a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. I invite you to visit me at www.illuminatingsouls.com where you can sign up for my mailing list and learn more about my classes and services.  Until the next time, thank you for listening.   💜 With Love,Laurel Bleadon-MaffeiAngelic Practitioner, Spiritual Teacher + Encourager of Souls

Hi Sweet Ones - Enjoy this replay of episode #138!🌸 Hello Beautiful Friends! Welcome to episode 138 of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings! I am your host Laurel Bleadon-Maffei and in this episode, the angels bring forth a beautiful infusion of light to help you connect with the quality of self-love and the magic in your soul.For storytime, we take a stroll down memory lane and flip through the pages of TV Guide from January 1963. Although I was only eight months old at the time and have no memories of watching live TV back then, many of the programs listed in this issue are familiar to many of us who grew up as TV watchers in the years to come. 1963's programming included Beverly Hillbillies, Ed Sullivan, Dick Van Dyke and The Jetsons. 📺So, sit back, relax, and let the angels and I soothe you into dreamland. 💤Storytime begins at 22:23Thank you for listening, and if you're enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving a review to support us. Your support means the world to me! 💖Join me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/illuminatingsouls/ for more angelic insights and guidance. Have a blessed night! 🌙This podcast is narrated and produced by angelic practitioner, Laurel Bleadon-Maffei. Learn more about my work at www.illuminatingsouls.com.

 💜 Hi Sweet Friends -  In service to sharing with you about my upcoming class, Angel Messenger Training, I'm guided to share with you this replay of episode #60 about how I opened to the angels.  😇Join me as I reminisce with you  about the sparks of light that illuminated my path with the angels, including books by the author SARK and training to be an angel therapy practitioner. Lots of inspiration and love in this episode for you! We ALL have the capacity to connect with the angels and I'm always grateful for the opportunity to share their love with you!Also, in this episode, the angels bring forth beautiful big bright energies to infuse you with love, inspiration and healing. The story begins at  24:00You can learn more about my work and the angels at illuminatingsouls.comReceive an inspirational message each day via email. Join my Daily Inspiration Blast for a sweet little morsel of goodness delivered to your mailbox Monday thru Friday. Find daily inspirational messages on the Illuminating Souls Facebook pageWith Love,Laurel  💖 

💜 Welcome back, beautiful friends! Laurel here, with a sweet and special episode of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings just for you. 😇💤Tonight, the angels and I bring forth wisdom, encouragement, and inspiration to support you on your spiritual journey. Remember, you are a blessing upon this earth, and it's our joy to uplift you. 🌟📖 In our storytime, I'm excited to share some precious experiences from my spiritual adventures:Join me as I recount the blessed days in 2006 when my husband and I attended teachings with His Holiness the Dalai Lama.Discover what I learned about energy and non-attachment from this beautiful experience.Explore the powerful teaching from my guides, Josephus, on the "Evolution of Consciousness Through the Chakras" - a lesson that continues to support me to this day.These are a few of my most revelatory experiences from my spiritual path, and I'm honored to share them with you, wrapped in love. 💖Storytime begins at 16:45As always, if you're seeking to deepen your connection with the angels or find more joy and "delight" in your everyday life, my Earth Angels Oracle deck is here to guide you. It's a wonderful companion for anyone on a spiritual journey. 🔮I look forward to connecting with you soon! Until then, the angels and I are sending you the sweetest of dreams. Remember, you can always visit me at www.illuminatingsouls.com for more inspiration and guidance.If you're enjoying this podcast, please consider leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. It truly helps spread the word and allows more beautiful souls to join our community. 🙏With Love, Laurel ❤️

Hello Sweet Friends - Enjoy this replay of episode #26 (from the early days of the podcast). It's quite snooze-worthy and I hope it keeps you mildly entertained while you drift off to sleep. With Love, Laurel Receive an infusion of Divine Love + Serenity from the angels in tonight's episode. Then Laurel returns with more history about the Marshall  Fields & Company department store from the book Marshall Field and Company, The Life Story of a Great Concern. You'll learn about how they set the bar high when it came to window and merchandising displays for dry goods retailers and also more about the benefits for store employees. The story begins at 20:45.You can learn more about Laurel and the angels at illuminatingsouls.comReceive an inspirational message from Laurel + Illuminating Souls each day via email. Join our Daily Inspiration Blast for a sweet little morsel of goodness delivered to your mailbox Monday thru Friday.   

💜  Hello Beautiful Friends, welcome to another soothing episode of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. Tonight, we'll start with a gentle shower of angelic love and blessings just for you.  For our storytime, we'll take a whimsical journey back to 1914-ish as we flip through the pages of a charming vintage Jell-O marketing pamphlet. Prepare to be amused by forgotten recipes like Pimento Jell-O and the now-forgotten product "Jell-O Ice Cream Powder." At the time Jell-O crowned itself as "America's Most Famous Dessert" Storytime starts at 16:31And as always, if you’re looking to deepen your connection with the angels or find a bit more joy and "delight" in your everyday, my Earth Angels Oracle deck is here to help. You can find it here.If you're enjoying this podcast, please consider leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. It really helps spread the word!I look forward to connecting with you soon! In the meanwhile, the angels and I are sending you the sweetest of dreams. In the meanwhile, I invite you to visit me at my web site, www.illuminatingsouls.comWith Love, Laurel ❤️

💜 Hello Beautiful Friends, it is a blessing to gather with you for this episode of our podcast. Of course, we begin with lots of love from the angels for you. They also bring us a sweet reminder to release energies that are not ours to carry. I'll also share with you about the "Angel Buffer" the angels taught me about in service to keeping our energy fields clearer. Then for storytime, I'm sharing with you a few random childhood memories including a neighbor's tree that served as our rocket ship to the  moon and subliminal messaging I received as a child about not winning too much at bingo. It's a sweet journey and I hope it provides you with a gentle space to unwind and fall asleep. Storytime starts at 20:45And as always, if you’re looking to deepen your connection with the angels or find a bit more joy and "delight" in your everyday, my Earth Angels Oracle deck is here to help. You can find it here.If you're enjoying this podcast, please consider leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. It really helps spread the word!I look forward to connecting with you soon! In the meanwhile, the angels and I are sending you the sweetest of dreams. In the meanwhile, I invite you to visit me at my web site, www.illuminatingsouls.comWith Love, Laurel ❤️

Hello Beautiful Friends-In celebration of the life of Richard Simmons, I'm guided to post a replay of the episode I recorded in 2022 as a love note of gratitude for him.  Richard was one of the first people who made it welcoming for people of size to Sweat to the Oldies. For years I attended his gym, Slimmons, in Beverly Hills. This is my sweet tribute to someone who was a champion and voice of love for so many. During our angel time, we also explore what it is to be incarnated as an Earth Angel and spread more love in this world. This feels very apropos in celebration of Richard's legacy.Rest in Peace, Richard. Thank you for all the love and kindness you shared with us over the years. The story begins at  18:35You can learn more about my services, classes and the angels at illuminatingsouls.comReceive an inspirational message from s each day via email. Join our Daily Inspiration Blast for a sweet little morsel of goodness delivered to your mailbox Monday thru Friday. Find daily inspirational messages on the Illuminating Souls Facebook page

💜 Hello Sweet Ones, thank you for tuning in for this episode of our podcast!We begin with a beautiful pep talk for you. It comes with a gentle reminder that you are a Light-Bearer and encouragement from the angels to "be the drop of the ocean that operates from the place of love and kindness." In this storytime, we travel back to 1927 when electric refrigerators where finding their way into the kitchens of America. This was a huge leap forward in food storage and preparation for the housewives of the era. If you enjoy me at my snarky best, you'll enjoy my perception of how I would have fared as a housewife in those days (preview, not well... not well at all). But I will be happy to serve you some chilled grapes, a box of cereal with milk and a company-worthy yogurt parfait. Our glimpse into the past is courtesy of the book, Electric Refrigerator Recipes and Menus from General Electric Refrigerator. Storytime starts at 22:18And as always, if you’re looking to deepen your connection with the angels or find a bit more joy and "delight" in your everyday, my Earth Angels Oracle deck is here to help. You can find it here.If you're enjoying this podcast, please consider leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. It really helps spread the word!I look forward to connecting with you soon! In the meanwhile, the angels and I are sending you the sweetest of dreams. In the meanwhile, I invite you to visit me at my web site, www.illuminatingsouls.comWith Love, Laurel ❤️

Hi Sweet Ones-  Enjoy this replay of episode #54 with some wonderful childhod summer memories!Tonight the angels bring forth waves of love to help you settle in for a good expanse of rest and sleep. Then Laurel takes you for a wander down memory lane to the summers of childhood including the local swimming pool, classes at the JCC,  the joys of summer fruit and more. It's a sweet way to drift off to sleep. The story begins at 15:00You can learn more about Laurel and the angels at illuminatingsouls.comFind daily inspirational messages on the Illuminating Souls Facebook page

💜 Hello Dear Friends. It's a blessing to keep you company for this episode of the podcast.We begin with a sweet conversation about making space to rest and the power of allowing for pauses in life. The angels bring forth a beautiful infusion of love for you, too. 📺 For storytime, we return to the pages of the issue from September 1978 with Mary Tyler Moore on the cover. We explored the first part of this issue in episode #257. Now we're back to pick up with Tuesday's programming and travel all the way through the TV TV Guide crossword puzzle. Lots of great memories to share from this era of programming. And somehow we also find our ways to a conversation about Legg's pantyhose.  📼Storytime starts at 18:30And as always, if you’re looking to deepen your connection with the angels or find a bit more joy and "delight" in your everyday, my Earth Angels Oracle deck is here to help. You can find it here: https://www.drivethrucards.com/product/437560/The-Earth-Angels-Oracle-Tarot-Size.If you're enjoying this podcast, please consider leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. It really helps spread the word!I look forward to connecting with you soon! In the meanwhile, the angels and I are sending you the sweetest of dreams. With Love, Laurel ❤️

💜 Hi Loves! Laurel here. The angels and I have woven together another hour of love and inspiration for you.  😇💤In this episode's Storytime, I'm excited to share with you the life of Dr. Sarah Hackett Stevenson, a truly remarkable woman. I discovered her story through an unlikely source—a community cookbook published in 1919 by The Sarah Hackett Stevenson Memorial Lodging House, a refuge for impoverished and unhoused women and their children in Chicago.As I delved deeper into Dr. Stevenson's life, I became captivated by her significant contributions to women in medicine, wellness, and advocacy for women's rights. Her story is not only inspiring but also a testament to the power of dedication and compassion for humanity.Storytime begins at 19:30.Thank you for listening and allowing me to keep you company. If you enjoy this podcast, please consider leaving a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app.You can visit me at illuminatingsouls.com to sign up for my mailing list and learn more about my classes and services.Until next time, thank you for listening. 💜With Love,Laurel Bleadon-MaffeiAngelic Practitioner, Spiritual Teacher + Encourager of Souls

Hi Loves - Enjoy this replay of episode #120 where I share about my adventures appearing on a game show back in the late 80s. In this episode, Laurel and the angels help you cultivate your own streams infused with Divine Hope. For story time,  Laurel shares an exciting tale from her past as a contestant on a popular game show in the late 1980s. Though she didn't take home the grand prize, she did receive a generous reward of a year's supply of artificial sweetener. Join Laurel for a night of sweet and soothing vibes as she helps listeners drift off to a peaceful sleep. The story begins at  26:09You can learn more about Laurel and the angels at illuminatingsouls.comReceive an inspirational message from Laurel + Illuminating Souls each day via email. Join our Daily Inspiration Blast for a sweet little morsel of goodness delivered to your mailbox Monday thru Friday. Find daily inspirational messages on the Illuminating Souls Facebook page

💜 Hi Loves! Laurel here with another sweet episode for you. In this episode, the angels weave threads of love throughout our time together to support you in replenishing and connecting with the wellspring of Divine Love.   😇💤For Storytime, I have another community cookbook for you. This one is from the Sisterhood of Agudas Achim Temple in Attleboro, MA. I believe this book is from the late 60s or early 70s. Lots of delicious recipes for you including Nana Rose's Fudge Squares. And of course, I'll be sharing with you some of my own food-related memories including the tale of the Exploding Kishke. Storytime begins at 13:54Thank you for listening and allowing me to keep you company.If you are enjoying this podcast, I invite you to leave a review on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. I invite you to visit me at www.illuminatingsouls.com where you can sign up for my mailing list and learn more about my classes and services.  Until the next time, thank you for listening.   💜 With Love,Laurel Bleadon-MaffeiAngelic Practitioner, Spiritual Teacher + Encourager of Souls

💜 Hey sweet friends! It's your host Laurel, back with another episode of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. As always, the angels are creating a sweet and loving space for you to replenish and rest.  😇💤In this episode, we contemplate the concept of forgiveness as well as the invitation to clear our energy fields of that which does not belong to us. 🪔 For our storytime, one of my favorite kinds of episodes... we'll be perusing the pages of Trader Joe's Fearless Flyer for May 2024 (with a nod of inspiration from Drew Ackerman of the Sleep with Me podcast). Trader Joe's is one of my very favorite places to shop. Once again,  you'll hear me fondly recall their now discontinued Jumbo Raisin Medley. We'll explore some of their new offerings for this month and other fond food memories. Storytime begins at 20:24💖 Lots of love and sweet companionship for you in this episode. It is truly a blessing to keep you company as you drift off to sleep or go about your day. 💖I invite you to visit my web site www.illuminatingsouls.com to sign up for my mailing list and learn about my current offerings. 😴🌠 Wishing you a blessed night and sweet dreams until we meet again!Thank you!

💜 Hello Sweet Friends. Thank you for joining me for episode 257 of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings.The angels are infusing waves of love and light for you to help you replenish and rest. Lots of beautiful energy is flowing through for you here. And a sweet reminder, whenever you listen, the angels will join you in live time.  💜 📺 For storytime, a listener favorite... we're flipping through the pages of another vintage TV Guide issue. This time we're perusing the pages of an issue featuring one of America's beloved TV stars, Mary Tyler Moore. This issue is from September, 1978. As we walk down memory lane, I'll be sharing with you insights from my 16-year old self. This was a brilliant time for TV and t here's lots to share with you. 📼Storytime starts at 18:55And as always, if you’re looking to deepen your connection with the angels or find a bit more joy and "delight" in your everyday, my Earth Angels Oracle deck is here to help. You can find it here: https://www.drivethrucards.com/product/437560/The-Earth-Angels-Oracle-Tarot-Size.If you're enjoying this podcast, please consider leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. It really helps spread the word!I look forward to connecting with you soon! In the meanwhile, the angels and I are sending you the sweetest of dreams. With Love, Laurel ❤️