Every afternoon in her garden, Joy kneels among the basil and rosemary, her hands deep in the warm soil, the sunlight falling through the leaves in scattered coins of gold. She has tended this garden for twenty years, since her mother first helped her plant the climbing roses along the back fence. But lately, something has changed. She has begun to hum — a tune she recognizes, though she cannot remember learning it. It is her mother's tune, the melody that filled the kitchen every evening while supper was being made. The one she hummed without thinking, without noticing, the way the heart beats without being asked. Now the tune has found its way into Joy's hands, into her garden, into the quiet spaces between the weeding and the watering. And when the hummingbird arrives — tiny, bright, impossibly alive — Joy understands that some things do not end. They simply change form, and go on growing in the dark.⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction02:00 - The Garden in Afternoon Light15:00 - The Tune Returns30:00 - Kitchen Memories45:00 - The Children Join the Garden60:00 - Evening Falls75:00 - The Garden at Night90:00 - Closing Meditation📻 Listen to Hustle Studios Radio 24/7!🎧 Live stream: https://radio.hustlestudios.net/live🔊 All our podcasts — playing back to back, anytime!Music track: Thoughtful by PufinoSource: https://freetouse.com/musicRoyalty Free Music (Free Download)License: https://freetouse.com/licenseThis episode is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or deceased, or actual events is purely coincidental. This podcast is intended for entertainment and relaxation purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing persistent sleep difficulties, please consult a healthcare professional.DISCLAIMER 📢Bedtime Sleep Stories For Grownups is an independent production by HustleStudios. The stories and topics discussed are for entertainment and informational purposes only. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect HustleStudios or its affiliates.Some names and details may be altered to protect privacy. Listener discretion advised. All content protected under copyright law.This episode might be ad-supported. Support us on Patreon for ad-free episodes, early access, and exclusive promos.👉 Check our Patreon👉 Or subscribe via Apple Podcasts📻 Listen to Hustle Studios Radio 24/7!🎧 radio.hustlestudios.net/live🔊 All our podcasts — playing back to back, anytime!

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