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Hello, dear listeners, and welcome to Drift Off.

I'm your host Joanne, and I'm so glad you're here.

Tonight we continue with a very special story,

A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett.

This beautiful classic follows the journey of a young girl named Sarah Crewe as she navigates life with imagination, kindness, and a quiet strength. I'll be reading

just a few chapters at a time over the coming weeks to give you something gentle to look

forward to as you unwind.

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Now, before we begin, let's take a moment to gently settle in.

Take a slow, deep breath in and softly release it.

Allow your body to begin letting go of the day.

Okay. Allow your body to begin letting go of the day. Feel your shoulders ease.

Your jaw soften.

And your hands rest gently by your sides.

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