Stories from Before.....

A collection of anecdotal jokes and witticisms that play on the nuances and pronunciation of the English language.

Written Anonymous.
Read by Selina Kadell by permission of The Lutterworth Press.
Music by the Talented Stacey Weir.

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This sweet and uplifting Christmas story reminds us that when we are open to the insight and wisdom of children, Life can become beautiful again.

Written Mary Richardson.
Read by Selina Kadell by permission of The Lutterworth Press.
Music by Stacey Weir.
Sound effects courtesy of SoundBible.com and Pixabay.com

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This compassionate and moving story is actually a Christmas story but as the Southern Hemisphere has just welcomed the start of their winter, it feels appropriate to share it with you - especially as compassion is always fitting and heart-warming - not, just seasonal.

Written Rene Mansfield.
Read by Selina Kadell by permission of The Lutterworth Press.
Music by Stacey Weir.

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This week's piece is something a little different and also a 'one-off'.
It is an interview with Thomas A. Edison - the Mechanical Inventor.

Written Thomas A. Edison.
Read by Selina Kadell by permission of The Lutterworth Press.
Music by Stacey Weir.

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This week's piece is a travelog - a lovely stroll through a well known and scenic part of Germany.
The original text was printed with thirteen beautiful sketches drawn by the author.

Written Maude Angell.
Read by Selina Kadell by permission of The Lutterworth Press.
Music by Stacey Weir.

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This week Pamela & Thomas demonstrate how playful banter and jest - although fun and plays a wonderful role in relationships - can at times, divert attention and disguise what truly needs to be said in earnest and sincerity.

N.B. please be aware this story does contain a "wife beating" comment, that although is made lightly and as a joke, may trigger some listeners.

Written Mariel Brady.
Read by Selina Kadell by permission of The Lutterworth Press.
Music by Stacey Weir.
Sound effects courtesy of SoundBible.com

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This week's piece is a poignant and interesting take on retirement and how the elders of society were viewed by the younger members of the time - at least, in this author's opinion.

Written by An Old Fashioned Person
Read by Selina Kadell by permission of The Lutterworth Press.
Music by Stacey Weir.

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This week's piece was a request by the Editor of the Girl's Own Annual of Miss A.A. Heap, the head of the Women Telephonists in London during WWI, to provide business advice to young women.

Written A. A. Heap
Read by Selina Kadell by permission of The Lutterworth Press.
Music by Stacey Weir.

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In this week's story we journey with Will & Bess as they give us a glimpse into some of the issues that may arise when transitioning from a Full House to Empty Nest.

Written John Barton Oxford.
Read by Selina Kadell by permission of The Lutterworth Press.
Music by Stacey Weir.

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This is an engaging story of the humbling and "Getting of Wisdom" of Helen assisted with the loyalty of Cousin Matilda and the wisdom and love of Hartley.

Written Helen Ormsby.
Read by Selina Kadell by permission of The Lutterworth Press.
Music by Stacey Weir.

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