Do you love and enjoy wine? Are you fascinated by everything about wine? If so, you'll love this show. Every other week, join Laurel Simmons, who is just like you, passionate about wine and who has explored it with much enthusiasm, intention, and travels as you escape into and explore stories about wine -- the places, tastes, smells, sights, and the people who enjoy it. Learn with her, laugh with her, taste, and travel with her as you explore Wine Behind The Scenes together.
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Cozy up and relax with Sleepy Bedtime Blessings hosted by angelic practitioner, Laurel Bleadon-Maffei. Filled with love and blessings from the angels plus a bedtime story read to you in soft sweet tones, this podcast is designed to help you snuggle into restful sleep. You can learn more about Laurel at www.illuminatingsouls.com
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Breaking Tradition: Surprising Low-Alcohol Wine Trends You Need to Know
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There's a new wind blowing in the world of wine, and my guest today, Irem Eren, takes us on an adventure into the realm of no-alcohol and low-alcohol wines. In this episode of Wine Behind the Scenes, we discuss the innovative trends reshaping the traditional wine market. Irem shares her expertise and insights on this evolving landscape. Join us as …
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💜 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 a…
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Dalai Lama and Heart Chakra Consciousness
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💜 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 e…
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Replay: The Tale of Marshall Fields & Company Part 3
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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 …
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Adventures In Croatia: Unveiling Croatia And Its Wine Secrets
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In this episode of Wine Behind the Scenes, join me as we take a virtual look into the hidden gems of Croatian wine culture with the knowledgeable Katherine (Kit) Pepper. From the unique terroir to the diverse history, Kit paints a vivid picture of Croatia's wine landscape, the tantalizing flavors of local cuisine, and the rich cultural tapestry and…
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💜 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 for…
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💜 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 ener…
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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 tri…
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Angel Love + G.E. Electric Refrigerator Recipes 1927
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💜 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 electri…
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From Germany to Pennsylvania: How to Create a Wine-making Adventure
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Join us as we dive into the captivating story of Nadia Hetzel, a winemaker with a rich tapestry of experiences from Germany to the United States. From her beginnings as she studied winemaking in Germany to her position as winemaker at Grovedale Winery in Pennsylvania, Nadia's narrative is a testament to passion, perseverance, and the artistry of wi…
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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 summ…
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More Memories from Sept. 1978 TV Guide
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💜 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 Ty…
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Raising the Bar: From Sacramento Busboy to Wine Expert
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Are you ready to see a world where passion for wine meets the art of storytelling? In this episode of Wine Behind the Scenes, Anthony Velasquez takes us on an adventure through his life's twists and turns, from California to New York via Korea, all intertwined with his love for wine. Discover how chance encounters and unexpected opportunities led A…
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A Most Remarkable Woman: Dr. Sarah Hackett Stevenson
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💜 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 Ste…
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Replay: Divine Hope + My Gameshow Adventure
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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. Thou…
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How to Manage a Crown, Grapes, and a PhD: A Life in Wine
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Get ready for an adventure as we travel through the world of grapes with Debbie Inglis! From being crowned Ontario's Grape King to spearheading research at Brock University, Debbie's passion and expertise in viticulture are unmatched. Her energy and dedication to the wine industry will inspire you. In this episode, you will be able to: Hear about h…
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Nostalgic Jewish Recipes from A Little Bit of This...
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💜 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,…
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💜 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 ou…
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Wine is Calling: How to Leave Corporate Life Behind
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Join me as I chat with Taylor Emerson, owner of Black Bank Hill Winery, as he shares his story of adventure from wine lover to winery owner, exploring his motivations, challenges, and unique winemaking approach. Grab a glass and immerse yourself in the world of wine with Taylor. Let's uncork the adventure together. In this episode, you'll be able t…
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1978 TV Guide with Mary Tyler Moore
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💜 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…
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Replay: Soothing Sleep + Discontinued Delights
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Hi Loves, enjoy this replay of episode #124. I share with you some of my favorite things that no longer exist. This episode begins with waves of love and a gentle reminder that you are precious and the answer to a prayer as the angels bring forth love, light and healing for you. In the storytime segment, Laurel reminisces about some favorite foods …
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My Podcasting Journey: Friends, Wine and Fun Around the World
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Are you ready to hear what really goes on behind the scenes of your favourite podcasts? Discover the surprising truths and unexpected lessons of podcasting. This is my 50th episode and I asked Judith Lewis, a long-time supporter, a frequent guest and my effervescent wing man when it comes to discussing wonky wine terms, to interview me. In this epi…
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💜 Hi Sweet Ones! Welcome to episode 255 of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. There is lots of goodness, love and dreams of far away places for you in this episode. We begin with a lulling conversation about the power of Divine Love and how it is always available to us (especially when we remember to connect with it). The angels join us and bring forth swee…
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Hello Darling Friends, Enjoy this replay of episode #90. It's one of my favorites and speaks to how the furniture in our homes can reflect the tapestry of our lives across the years. In this episode, as always, the angels bring forth beautiful waves of love for you as you cozy up for sleep. And then Laurel shares with you the journey of her adult l…
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1963 TV Guide + the Beverly Hillbillies Part 2
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💜 Hi there, friends! Welcome to episode 253 of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. The angels and I invite you to get cozy as we invite you into this sweet and loving sanctuary where you can rest and replenish 😇💤 This episode is filled with lots of love for you. With so much happening in the world right now, coming into light-filled spaces truly helps us to …
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From Sommelier to Professor: How to Nurture People & Wine
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Are you prepared for a journey with Peter Rod, a sommelier-turned-professor, as we uncork the enchantment of the wine world? Join us on Wine Behind the Scenes as we explore Peter's remarkable career—from his beginning in the Ottawa Valley to managing extraordinary wine programs. Discover the ins and outs of creating memorable dining and wining expe…
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Divine Light + 1924 Stockton Community Cookbook
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💜 Hey sweet friends! It’s your host Laurel, back with episode 252 of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. Tonight, as always, the angels and I have crafted a cozy and soothing space, perfect for easing you into relaxation or keeping you company throughout the day. 😇💤 🌌 We're starting this episode with a deep dive into the power of Divine Light. The angels are…
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Replay: Big Bright Energies + How I Opened to the Angels
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Hello Beautiful Friends - As I continue surfing the quiet energies and incubating in the light, please enjoy this replay of episode #60 of how I opened to the angels. With Love, Laurel In this episode, the angels bring forth beautiful big bright energies to infuse you with love, inspiration and healing. Then Laurel reminisces about the sparks of li…
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Replay: A Ripple of Love + Passover Memories Part 2
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Hi Sweet Friends - As we are in the middle of Passover, I'm guided to share this replay with you in which I share Passover memories from my life. And know, I am sending you waves of love and blessings infused with gratitude for the gift of you. With Love, Laurel Tonight we explore the ripple of love that is created through the continuum of our live…
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💜 Hi Sweet Friends, Laurel here and I'm back with a new rambling episode for you... we'll begin with sweet contemplation of the quiet stillness that seems to be present right now. Then, I'll "entertain" you with rambling randoms that will provide you glimpses into the ordinariness of life including my newfound appreciation for a clean well-stocked …
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Replay: Love from the Angels + Country Life Magazine 1903
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Hi Sweet Ones - Enjoy this replay of episode #78. I'll be back soon with new content for you! Join Laurel as the angels bring forth waves of love to help you drift off to sleep. You'll also hear about her very own co-creation style inspired by The Flying Nun. Then Laurel will share with you snippets from a 1903 magazine, Country Life in America. Yo…
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Bubble Trouble: Demystifying the World of Sparkling Wine with Lieven DeGeyndt
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Are you ready to unravel the mysteries of sparkling wine and Champagne? Join us on a captivating journey as we delve into the world of bubbles with Lieven DeGeyndt, a Master of Champagne. Discover sparkling wine's fascinating history, unique pairings, and hidden gems. From the secrets of Champagne production to the art of food pairing, this Wine Be…
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The Joy of Drifting + 1910 Yellowstone Park Travelogue
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💜 Hey sweet friends! It's your host Laurel, welcoming you to episode 247 of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. As we gather here tonight, I'm excited to share with you the gentle, "drifty" places I've been exploring in the quiet. This episode is a cozy embrace, filled with the sweet energies and loving wisdom of our angel friends, ready to accompany you int…
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Replay: Blessings for Sleep + Country Life in American 1907
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Hi Sweet Ones- Please enjoy this replay of episode 31. It's from the early days of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings! Tonight receive a whoosh of love and clearing from the angels as you drift off to sleep. They'll also create a beautiful space of sanctuary to help you replenish your energy. Then Laurel will share with you snippets from a 1907 magazine, Cou…
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From Wine Server to PhD: Massive Leaps in Wine
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Your favourite wine enthusiast's journey from pouring tips into wine purchases to earning a PhD isn't what you'd expect from a typical wine bar server. The surprising twists and turns in Jennifer Kelly's wine-making career will leave you eager to learn more about the untold possibilities in the wine industry. I really love attending conferences wit…
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Replay: Navigating the Ups and Downs + An Ode to Trader Joe's
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Hi Sweet Ones - please enjoy this replay of episode #93 where we explore the wonderful world of Trader Joe's and more! Yes, life is complicated. We have good days and not-good days. Through it all, the angels bring us love, compassion and light. In tonight's episode, the angels will help you clear your energy field so it's easier for you to access …
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Quiet Places + Cake Recipes from 1939 Sauganash Cookbook
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💜 Welcome back, beautiful friends! Laurel here, ready to guide you through episode 244 of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. 😇💤 In tonight’s episode, the angels are with us again, offering their gentle support as we navigate the quiet spaces of incubation. These moments, often overlooked, are where we find growth and transformation. With the angels’ guidanc…
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Replay: Angel Love for You + Antiquing with Wes
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Enjoy this replay of episode #104! 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 store…
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Replay: Divine Imagination + the Joy of Wandering
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Hi Sweet Friends - Enjoy this replay of episode #128! Hello Beautiful Friends! 💖 Welcome to episode 128 of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings, where the sweet and loving energy of the angels awaits you. Join me, your host Laurel Bleadon-Maffei, as the angels and I help you tap into your divine imagination and connect with your beautiful team of angels. 💫 In …
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Replay: Quiet Places + Marshall Field's & Co. Part 4
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Hi Sweet Friends- Enjoy this replay of episode #141! 🌟 Hello lovely listeners! Welcome to another episode of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. I'm your host, Laurel Bleadon-Maffei, and I'm honored to be here with you today. 🌸 We're starting off this episode by tuning into the soothing energies of the angels. Today, they're reminding us of the power of stil…
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Uncovering the Hidden World of Wine Spies with Agent Cru
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Get ready for a peek behind the scenes of how one company offers a different wine every single day of the year to its customers. Join me as I chat with Agent Cru from Wine Spies, one of the masterminds behind Wine Spies' unique daily wine offerings. Wine Spies stands as a trailblazer in the wine industry, boasting over 16 years of innovation and ex…
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Ease, Bagels, and Community Cookbook Treasures
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💜 Hey there, friends! It’s Laurel, welcoming you back to episode 240 of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. Tonight, we're nestling into a space filled with divine love, courtesy of our ever-present angelic guides. They’re here to wrap you up in comfort as we ease into another heartwarming journey together. 😇💤 🌌 This episode invites us to lean into ease, exp…
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Replay: Divine Co-Creation + Childhood Memories
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Enjoy this replay of episode 146! 🌟 Welcome back to Sleepy Bedtime Blessings, where we offer soothing stories and angelic insights to help you relax and unwind. In this episode, the angels bring forth beautiful inspiration and encouragement for your co-creative endeavors. We make space for your prayers and intentions to be received in the loving he…
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Divine Reflections + More from Country Life 1916 (Part 2)
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💜 Hey there, friends! It's Laurel, welcoming you to episode 238 of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. Tonight, we've created a comforting space filled with angelic love, perfect for unwinding or accompanying your day. 😇💤 🌌 This evening, we're embracing the simple pleasure of daydreaming, guided by our angelic friends. It's an invitation to let your mind roa…
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Angelic Embrace & Historical Whispers: A Journey to 1916
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💜 Hey sweet friends! It's your host Laurel, back with another cozy episode of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. Tonight, the angels and I are creating a sweet and snug space for you, perfect for drifting off to sleep or keeping you company as you go about your day. 😇💤 🌌 In episode 237, we're diving into the gentle embrace of divine love, offering you a ser…
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Caught in the Vines: Being a Serial Winemaker
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Explore the secrets behind the art of winemaking and the dedication it requires to turn grapes into liquid gold. Join us as we unravel the stories and struggles of starting a new winery with Ron Giesbrecht, a true connoisseur of the vine. In this episode, you'll be able to: Learn about Ron's journey from winemaker to professor to starting a new win…
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Santa Cruz Ramblings - Something a Little Different for You
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💜 Hello Loves. In this episode, I'm bringing you something a little different. This episode was recorded from our balcony when we were at the Dream Inn in Santa Cruz, CA. Our balcony was right off the beach so there are wonderful ocean sounds include the waves, the seagulls and other ambient noises. Also, I share with you a superbly boring narratio…
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Divine Love + Bread Recipes from 1939 Sauganash Cookbook
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💜 Welcome back, sweet friends! Laurel here, inviting you into the embrace of episode 235 of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. 😇💤 Tonight, we're diving deep with our angelic guardians into the vibration of Divine Love, creating a sweet ambiance to help you rest and replenish. Imagine this episode as a warm, comforting blanket of love enveloping you as we ex…
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💜 Hi there, friends! Welcome to episode 234 of Sleepy Bedtime Blessings. It's Laurel, and I'm so glad to have you with us as we settle into a space crafted by the angels themselves. Tonight, they're wrapping us in the sweetest, coziest vibes of Divine Love, perfect for enriching your day or easing you into dreamland. 😇💤 The angels have a special me…
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From Corporate to Cabernet: One Woman's Journey into Wine, Art, and Reinvention
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What happens when a New York City resident packs it in and moves to sunny Tampa, Florida? This journey from the bustling city to a new life in sunny Florida led to an unexpected wine, art, and self-publishing adventure. And it all started with a passion for creating memorable experiences through wine and art. Joanna Barbolla is an accomplished wine…
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