Spend a quiet evening in Jadus' workshop,
Crafting a broom of your very own.
Guided by the Sister Witches,
You bind your intentions with care,
Through simple ritual and gentle magic.
Then carry your new companion home,
Where you clear space for peace,
Protection,
And new beginnings.
The Haven Shop is a fantasy bedtime story series that will reconnect you with your inner magic as you dwell in the sacred space between waking and sleep.
My name is Andrea,
And I am deeply honored to be part of your Sacred Bedtime Ritual.
Hello,
And welcome.
Jen and I hope this finds you relaxed and cozy.
Tonight's tale is a reminder that ordinary objects and simple acts hold great power when they're infused with your intentions.
It's easy for the mind to wander when doing familiar tasks,
Like chores or preparing a meal.
But when you attune your thoughts and feelings to your surroundings,
It lowers stress,
Soothes anxiety,
And can even open space for creativity and intuition.
So,
Settle in with us here,
And use my voice as an anchor for the present moment.
From here on,
The only thing you need to do is relax and enjoy tonight's story.
Today,
You are exploring the winding garden paths behind the Haven.
You move at a leisurely pace,
Taking in every detail around you.
Layla,
Plump and sleek,
Pads along beside you,
Her black fur soaking in the warmth as she moves through each patch of light.
The last lingering patches of snow glisten in the sun,
Melting slowly under its gentle warmth.
You inhale deeply,
Filling your lungs with crisp,
Cool air.
Spring is in full bloom,
Even as the day still carries a chill.
The sunlight touches your face,
Brushing away the cold and wrapping you in cozy comfort.
You love getting lost along the seemingly endless trails that wind through these grounds.
The gardens stretch for acres,
Displaying a beautiful balance between neatly kept and naturally free.
Nearer to the shop,
The paths are carefully tended.
Manicured flower beds,
Herbs for teas and potions,
And tiny blooms that nod in the breeze.
Farther along,
Trails grow wilder,
Leaving the formal gardens behind,
And surrendering to Mother Nature's untamed beauty.
You spot Aurora in a nearby flower bed,
Her skirts gathered neatly at her knees as she works.
She moves slowly,
Pulling early weeds and loosening the soil where winter has pressed it tight.
Now and then she stills,
Her fingers hovering over a fragile green sprout,
As though passing along a small,
Unseen bit of encouragement to help it along.
After a moment,
She glances up,
Scanning the gardens as if sensing a presence before seeing it.
When she sees you,
She smiles and offers a friendly wave.
You wave back,
And she returns her attention to the garden,
Saddling back into the rhythm of the waking earth.
Along one of the paths,
You spot the great tree stump that marks the home of the elflets,
Tiny,
Delicate beings who only reveal themselves to a chosen few.
A soft laugh escapes you as you recall your surprise the first time you met them.
You continue along the path,
And more treasured memories arise as you pass the enchanted treehouse tucked high among the branches.
You once spent a magical evening there,
Drifting off to sleep as the wind whispered softly through the leaves.
A familiar sense of wonder stirs within you,
Like a kind of magic you've grown gently accustomed to.
Emerging from the deeper trails,
You move closer to the shop.
The gardens here are brighter,
More deliberate.
Beds of herbs and flowers stretch in neat rows,
The sisters' careful handiwork evident in every fragrant sprig and colorful bloom.
You catch a whiff of lavender and chamomile carried on the breeze,
A gentle invitation to slow your pace and savor the day.
Ahead,
Through the dappled sunlight,
You see Jadus' workshop,
Tucked just beyond the garden beds.
She moves gracefully through the open doorway,
Tidying her space with quiet care.
The soft sound of wood brushing the floor mixes with the gentle rustle of leaves outside.
The workshop hums with familiar magic,
And as you pause at the edge of the path,
You feel certain that something special is waiting,
An invitation to step into a magical moment.
Layla's ears perk up,
And with a light,
Fluid step,
She heads straight toward Jadus.
It looks for a moment like a warm reunion,
Until the black cat passes her entirely,
Continuing on to a small serving bowl tucked in the corner.
Jadus only smiles as if she expected nothing less.
The small offering sits just where it always does,
A testament to her love for the creatures who share her world.
As you take in the scene,
You're reminded that the magic here lives just as much in these simple acts of care as it does in spells and herbs.
When she sees you,
Jadus waves you over,
Inviting you into her workshop.
Broom still in hand,
She has just finished sweeping.
The floor is smooth and tidy,
Evidence of a little spring cleaning.
Inside,
The workshop feels warm and inviting.
Sunlight streams through tall windows,
Illuminating shelves lined with hand-carved tools and neatly stacked pieces of wood waiting to be shaped.
Small wooden boxes hold tiny nails,
Carved handles,
And delicate fittings.
Each one carefully crafted by Jadus herself.
On a side table,
A scattering of birdseed waits to refill a small birdhouse,
Which sits propped up for repairs,
Its tiny roof being reinforced with care.
Nearby,
A few pieces of antique furniture are mid-transformation.
Their style is unfamiliar,
Yet elegant,
As if they belong to a time period you've never quite seen before.
Each surface is sanded and reshaped,
Waiting to be restored to its full beauty.
The faint,
Comforting scent of freshly cut wood fills the air,
Mingling with the gentle dust of shavings from her latest projects.
The workshop feels cozy and lived in.
Each carefully crafted tool and surface carries a gentle sense of enchantment.
Your eyes drift to the broom she's holding.
It looks well-loved,
The handle worn smooth from years of use.
The wood is carved with such care and precision that it seems made for her alone.
There's an undeniable presence to it,
As though it carries her spirit.
The bristles curve gently from countless sweeps,
And the handle is just slightly contoured,
Shaped to follow the natural rhythm of her movements.
You tell her how beautiful it is.
Jadis glances down at the broom with a quiet fondness.
This one's been with me since I was a young girl,
She says,
Her fingers tracing lightly along the grain of the wood.
Most young witches visit a broom-maker to have one crafted just for them,
But I was certain I could make my own.
She turns the broom slightly in her hands,
As though remembering.
A broom is far more than a simple tool,
She says with a hint of mystery.
They've long been used in magic to guard what's been built,
To carry away what no longer belongs,
And to make space for what's ready to arrive.
Every sweep carries something with it,
And every broom learns the rhythm of the one who holds it.
Her hand settles once more around the handle,
Easy and familiar.
The intention is woven in over time,
She adds,
Through use,
Care,
And quiet moments.
And somehow,
She continues,
They come to carry a bit of you in return.
You look at the broom in her hands,
Noticing how naturally it rests with her.
Easy,
Familiar,
And completely her own.
A small thought rises,
What it might feel like to hold something made just for you.
Jadis responds,
As if you'd spoken the thought aloud.
If you'd like,
We can make one for you.
Delighted,
You accept her generous offer,
Without hesitation.
Just then,
Aurora appears at your side,
Seemingly from nowhere.
Are you bringing out the old bench?
She asks,
A spark of excitement in her voice.
What a wonderful idea,
She adds,
Not waiting for a response.
She links her arm gently through yours,
And together,
You follow Jadis deeper into the workshop.
As you walk,
Aurora's tone shifts,
Noticeably more formal.
Your broom will serve three purposes,
She begins.
You glance toward Jadis,
Who meets your eye with a knowing smirk.
First,
Protection.
It keeps your energy clear,
Like a well-kept threshold,
Where nothing unwanted is allowed to gather,
Or remain.
Second,
Release.
You'll use the broom's tip to sweep away worries,
Fears,
Or anything that no longer belongs with you.
And third,
Transition.
Once the old has been cleared away,
You'll use your broom to set intentions,
Welcoming in fresh starts and new beginnings.
Aurora's hand gives your arm a reassuring squeeze.
It's a simple practice,
But a meaningful one.
At last,
You reach the back corner of Jadis' workshop.
The broom-maker's bench rests quietly there,
Draped in an old cloth that's been softened by years of use.
Jadis steps forward,
And folds it back with care,
Revealing what lies beneath.
Laid out across the surface are the beginnings of something yet to be made.
Lengths of smooth,
Sanded wood rest side by side,
Their grain warm and varied,
Each one slightly different from the next.
Nearby,
Bundles of soft bristles are gathered neatly.
Some are pale,
While others are deep and earthy.
Their ends are bound,
But still loose enough to fan gently where they've been set down.
There are ribbons,
Too,
Simple and natural,
In muted tones,
Along with small clusters of dried herbs tied with twine.
Their faint scent lingering in the air.
A few carefully chosen adornments rest near the edge of the bench.
Slender pieces of vine,
Small carved beads,
And bits of natural decoration,
Each one waiting to be chosen,
Or perhaps to choose you.
A quiet sense of care settles over the space,
As though everything has been arranged with patience and intention.
We'll begin by choosing the elements you'll need,
Jadis says,
Her voice quiet but certain.
Take your time,
And let your intuition lead the way.
She steps slightly aside,
Giving you space at the bench.
Start with the foundation,
She continues.
The wood will become the handle,
Steady and grounding.
Choose the one that feels right in your hand.
Your attention moves across the smooth lengths of wood,
Until one draws you in.
You lift it,
Testing its weight and balance,
And something about it settles you.
Jadis inclines her head in quiet approval.
Now the bristles,
She says.
These shape the work you do with your broom.
You move to the gathered bundles,
Noticing the subtle differences in texture and tone.
One stands out among the rest,
With a quiet certainty,
And you claim it.
Finally,
Your gaze shifts to the remaining pieces.
Ribbons,
Herbs,
Small adornments,
Each offering its own presence.
These are chosen with care,
Jadis adds.
They are not for decoration alone,
But for the energy they carry.
You take in the small offerings laid out before you.
Sprigs of rosemary for protection.
A length of soft ribbon,
To bind your intention to the handle.
Small carved stones,
To serve as a steady anchor for the work you'll do.
You select only what feels right,
Leaving the rest undisturbed.
Jadis steps closer,
Her presence calm and steady beside you.
We'll begin with the binding,
She says softly,
Attaching the bristles to your broomstick.
You settle into a seat at the broom maker's bench,
And she guides you to gather the bristles at the base of the handle.
Jadis shows you how they rest together and naturally fall into place when held with care.
Keep your movement slow and your intention focused,
She says.
You begin to wind the binding around the bristles.
Each turn deliberate,
Each pass settling neatly against the last.
There's a quiet rhythm to it.
Wrap and draw it close.
Pause and wrap again.
With each motion,
You feel yourself slowing,
Your breath sinking with the steady pace of your hands.
As you continue,
The binding forms gradually,
Securing everything in place.
There's a moment when you pause,
Your hands resting lightly against the broom.
In that stillness,
You let your intention flow through you.
Into the handle,
Into the bristles,
Into the shape you're creating.
For a fleeting instant,
You feel it respond beneath your touch.
Subtle,
But undeniably alive.
Slowly,
You begin again.
Jadis watches quietly,
Offering guidance only when needed.
Now the weaving,
She says after a time.
This is where it begins to take its form.
She shows you how to cross and layer the binding.
How to draw it through with just enough tension to hold,
But not strain.
You follow her lead,
Your movement steady,
Almost instinctive now.
Weave and settle.
Pause and weave again and draw it through.
The pattern begins to emerge beneath your hands.
Simple,
But sure.
You're doing well,
She says softly.
You continue in that quiet rhythm.
Each movement shaping the broom,
Allowing something unseen to settle into place.
Time seems to move differently here as you focus on your work.
Until at last,
The binding holds firm and the broom begins to feel whole in your hands.
Now,
You gather the final adornments.
You've chosen a beautifully colored ribbon that caught your eye.
It winds smoothly around the handle,
Its length drawn close with care.
Securing the intention you've set within it.
The herbs are tucked gently into place,
Their subtle scent rising.
As though the broom is beginning to carry their quiet purpose.
Last,
The small stone you chose finds its place.
Resting easily where your hand will return again and again.
A steady presence,
Grounding and sure.
You take a step back,
Holding it for the first time as something complete.
Your heart swells with pride.
The broom is beautiful and it feels like an extension of yourself.
As your fingers rest along the handle,
A clear,
Familiar connection settles in.
Like reuniting with a dear friend.
Aurora steps closer,
Her gaze moving thoughtfully over the broom.
There's just one thing missing,
She says softly.
She lifts her palm and blows across it,
As if she were gently blowing out a candle.
A scattering of fine,
Shimmering light drifts from her hand,
Swirling slowly around the broom.
It gathers along the binding,
Tracing the lines of your work,
Settling into the bristles.
And along the handle.
For a moment,
Everything stills.
Then,
The light fades,
Drawn inward,
As though the broom has taken it in.
Aurora smiles,
Satisfied.
There,
She says quietly,
Now it's ready.
The last traces of Aurora's magic settle into the broom,
And without effort,
It rises,
To stand on its own between you.
Jadis and Aurora each take one of your hands,
Their touch warm and steady,
Drawing you into a circle.
Jadis lowers her voice,
Guiding the moment gently.
Hold your intention clearly,
She instructs you.
Protection,
Release,
And new beginnings.
A quiet stillness settles as you stand together,
Broom at the center.
Jadis's final words fall into place,
And then the moment passes,
Simple and complete.
The broom tilts gently toward you,
And you catch it with ease.
The sister witches guide you out of the workshop,
And back into the garden.
To your surprise,
It is past sunset,
Though it feels as though only moments have passed.
A yawn escapes you,
As your body gently reminds you of the hour.
Before you leave,
Aurora pauses beside a flowering patch,
And plucks a single blossom.
A pale chamomile.
Delicate and light.
She gently tucks it into the ribbon at your broom's handle.
A quiet offering of calm,
Ease,
And peaceful beginnings.
Jadis and Aurora step back,
Standing together in the silver wash of moonlight.
They lift their hands in a wave,
Their presence warm as you turn toward the gate.
You let yourself out,
And follow the wooded path that leads you home.
The night air,
Cool and still around you.
As you walk,
You find yourself admiring your broom.
The smooth wooden handle echoes the trees that rise on either side of the path.
The dried herbs woven into it carry the same quiet life as those growing wild nearby.
Even the ribbon catches the light like a pale thread of moonlight.
It feels at home here,
Just as you do.
Once you're home,
And settled in for the night,
You bring your broom to your bedside.
The room is quiet,
And wrapped in stillness.
You stand for a moment,
Simply holding it,
Feeling its weight,
And connecting with it.
Then,
Without needing to think,
You begin.
A slow,
Intentional sweep around the bed.
The bristles whisper softly against the floor.
A light,
Steady sound that saddles into the quiet of your room.
You imagine the motion clearing your space,
And brushing away anything that lingers too heavily.
Another slow pass.
The movement is easy and unhurried.
Your broom glides in a smooth arc,
Gathering tension,
And loosening the small worries.
That have followed you through the day.
A third,
Steady sweep.
The air feels different now.
Lighter,
And open.
As the broom moves,
You sense space being made.
Room for something new to settle in.
The gentle swish of the bristles.
The steady movement of your arms.
The quiet focus of your attention.
It all begins to draw you inward,
Easing you into a calm,
Restful state.
When it feels complete,
You come to stillness.
You place the broom beside your bed,
Where it rests easily within reach,
Holding the quiet intention you've set,
Steady and present through the night.
You slip beneath your covers,
The cozy comfort of your bed welcoming you.
Your body relaxes.
Your breath is slow and even.
Sleep comes easily,
And as it does,
You find yourself drifting into the most enchanting dream.
You're moving through the night sky,
Your broom steady beneath you.
The world below unfolds in soft,
Moonlit detail.
Forests stretching wide and quiet.
Gardens glowing faintly with life.
Winding paths you recognize,
And those you've yet to walk.
There's no rushing,
Only a gentle sense of forward motion and lightness.
You move with ease,
Carried by something steady and sure.
The air cool and calm around you.
Below,
The landscape shifts.
Familiar places,
Blending with something new,
Just beginning to take shape.
And through it all,
There's a quiet sense of readiness.
Change is unfolding.
New beginnings are already on their way.
You drift farther,
Higher,
Held in a calm,
Effortless rhythm.
Feeling light,
Free,
And fully at peace.
And somewhere within that gentle flight,
You rest.
Good night.
