Starry Story #7 - The Fairy Kingdom

Join Starry as she finds herself deep in a fairy kingdom, a world full of magic, stardust and moonbeams.

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Hey Stories, this episode is perfect for you to listen to on your own or with a grown up. Enjoy! Hi, my name is Pearl. At Stardust Squad, we respectfully acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we gather, create, explore, and dream, the Gunnaikurnai people. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and recognize their ongoing connection to the land, the seas, and the skies. We acknowledge that this land has been a place of learning and storytelling for thousands of years and honor the wisdom and stories of Indigenous people. As we continue on our Stardust adventures, we commit to building a sense of belonging. Welcoming and respect for all cultures, identities and beliefs. May we walk gently upon this land, guided by the styles and spirits of those who came before us. Always was, always will be Aboriginal land. Stardust squad we shine so bright, twinkling in the sky at night. Hand in hand we laugh and play, dreaming big every day. Sparkle high and sparkle low, together we let our magic grow. Girls of strength, girls of light, Stardust squad we take flight. Clap once, clap twice, then spin around. In Stardust squad we're safe and sound, shining strong we lift each other. Sisters of stars like none other. Story and the Fairy Kingdom One evening, as the stars danced high in the sky, Story lay in her bed, staring up at the twinkling lights. Her mind was filled with thoughts of faraway places, of magic and of the wonders beyond what she could see. She wondered what it would be like to travel to a land where the stories of the earth and the sky were as real as the world she knew. As if answering her thoughts, a soft glowing light appeared in her room. It wasn't like anything Starry had seen before. It glowed softly, like the moon, casting a silver mist around her room. She felt the pull to follow it, to step outside her world and into the unknown. Without thinking, she followed the light, stepping out of her bed and onto the soft grass outside her window. As she walked, the world around her shifted. The grass under her feet felt soft like velvet, and the air smelled of sweet wildflowers. The light led her to a path through a forest of tall ancient trees. Their branches intertwined in a canopy that seemed to shimmer with a thousand stars. This was no ordinary forest. It was a fairy forest. In the distance, she saw the glue of the fairy's wings twinkling in the moonlight like stars come to life. Story followed the glue, her heart fluttering with excitement. Until she reached the clearing where the fairies were gathered. They weren't the tiny mischievous creatures she'd read about in books. These fairies were majestic, with wings that shimmered like silk, faces full of wisdom, and eyes that sparkled with the knowledge of centuries. One of the fairies, who was dressed in a gown made of petals and moonbeams, flew over to Starry. Her wings caught the light, creating a soft glow around her. Welcome, Starry, she said in a voice as soft as the wind. We've been waiting for you. Starry looked around, astonished by the beauty and magic that surrounded her. The forest was alive with a quiet hum, as if the trees themselves were speaking. Telling stories only the fairies could understand. I'm Aurora, the fairy said. And this is the kingdom of fairies. A land where the stories of the world live and breathe. The trees, the stars, the rivers. They all hold wisdom. And now you are a part of it. Starry felt a wave of warmth fill her chest as though she was meant to be here, in this place full of magic and ancient tales. Aurora led Starry deeper into the heart of the kingdom. The air grew cooler and the soft glow of fireflies lit the path ahead. They passed towering trees with trunks so wide it would take many people to circle them. These trees, Aurora explained, were the guardians of stories. Each tree had a story to tell, a legend passed down through generations. Each part of our kingdom holds a lesson, Aurora said. And these trees, these guardians, they know all the stories. They have watched the world change, and still they stand, carrying with them the wisdom of all those who came before us. Story gazed up at one of the trees, feeling its ancient energy. She touched the bark, and in that moment shimmer. A voice, soft but clear, echoed through her mind. The greatest stories are not those we hear. They are the ones we live. Every choice we make, every step we take, adds a new chapter to your story. This is the magic of our kingdom. Aurora continued. The stories don't just stay here. They live within you. They help you understand who you are and who you can become. Story's heart fluttered with a sense of connection, as though she was being woven into the very fabric of the kingdom's stories. As they walked further, they arrived at a massive willow tree, its branches hanging low to the ground like a curtain of soft leaves. The tree was said to be the oldest in the kingdom. Its roots running deep into the earth, holding the oldest stories of all. This is the willow of wisdom, Aurora said. It holds the stories of those who were brave enough to face their fears and rise above them. Every person who comes here is given a lesson in strength. Story sat down beneath the willow, feeling the cool earth below her. Aurora knelt beside her and whispered, Close your eyes and listen. The willow will speak to you. Story closed her eyes and for a moment everything was still. Then she heard it. Soft like a whisper on the wind. A voice that seemed to come from everywhere at once. To face the storm is not to fear it. It is to trust that you're strong enough to rise through it. The words echoed in Story's heart and she felt them settle there. A promise that no matter what challenges came her way, She could face them with strength. Aurora smiled as Starry opened her eyes. This is the wisdom the kingdom offers. It is yours now to carry with you wherever you go. After a walk through the kingdom, Aurora took Starry to a small serene pond where the moonlight reflected like silver on the water. There she handed Starry a small crystal clear vial filled with glowing stardust. This is a gift from the Fairy Kingdom, Aurora explained. It will remind you of the magic, the stories and the wisdom you carry within you. Whenever you need guidance, simply hold it close and listen to the stories in your heart. Story took the vial in her hands, feeling its warmth and the soft pulse of magic inside it. She knew that this gift, and the wisdom she had received, would stay with her forever. Thank you Aurora, Story said softly, knowing that she had been given something priceless, something more than magic. She had been given the gift of understanding and connection to a world far beyond her own. As the stars in the sky began to twinkle brighter, Aurora led Starry back to the path that would return her home. Remember, Starry, Aurora said as she placed a gentle hand on her shoulder. The wisdom you've learned here is always with you. It's in the stories you carry and the strength you have. Whenever you need to remember, just listen to the stars. They'll guide you. With one last wave. Aurora disappeared into the night, leaving Starry with the stardust phial and a heart full of peace. As she returned to her bed, the soft light of the stars outside her window seemed to shine brighter than ever before. And as she drifted off to sleep, she knew that she was part of something much bigger than herself. Something full of stories, wisdom and magic. Today's affirmation is, I am never too old for magic. Thanks for listening, Staries. See you next time.