111nce upon a time, on the Enchanted Lake Wales Ridge, fairies danced and frolicked beneath the glowing moon. Among these fairies was the sassy and spirited Raven Silverwing. Raven was known not only for her silver wings that shimmered in the night but also for her love of the delightful nectar that humans called “Fairy Offerings.” This nectar brought a lot of cheer to the fairies’ parties.
The humans of the Lake Wales Ridge had observed that the fairies became overly merry and sometimes a tad reckless after consuming large amounts of these offerings. While they loved the fairies and enjoyed their midnight celebrations, they also worried about their tiny friends’ well-being.
One day, a wise old woman named Joyce had an idea. She decided to design a vessel that would limit the amount of nectar the fairies could consume. It was a tiny cup, just big enough to hold a sip of the precious offering. She named it a “thimble” because of the soft thimble-thimble sound it made when set down on a table.
When Raven Silverwing first saw the thimble, she pouted.
“This is way too tiny for my liking!” she exclaimed.
But as she sipped from it, she realized it was the perfect amount to keep her cheerful without becoming too tipsy. The other fairies agreed, and soon, the thimble became a staple at all fairy parties.
One day, a young seamstress named Abby was sewing a delicate garment. As she worked, she pricked her finger repeatedly with the needle. Remembering the tiny cup from which the fairies drank, she slipped the thimble onto her finger. To her delight, it shielded her finger from the sharp needle. The thimble had found a new purpose!
And so, thanks to the fairies and their love for Fairy Offerings, the thimble became an essential tool for seamstresses everywhere. And every time they used it, they were reminded of the magical nights when fairies like Raven Silverwing danced under the stars.
And that, dear reader, is the tale of how the thimble came to be. From a vessel for Fairy Offerings to a protector of fingers, it remains a cherished item in the enchanted Lake Wales Ridge and beyond.
The Adventures of Johnny Butterflyseed – Author Signed First Edition Children’s Book
Save the monarchs!
Johnny Butterflyseed and his fairy friend, Raven Silverwing, embark on a mission to save the rapidly disappearing butterflies. They enlist the help of Queen Venus Goldwing and her kingdom of monarchs to educate and inspire kids to become butterfly farmers. At first, Johnny faces his own internal struggle with self-doubt and fear in his ability to make a difference, but then soon develops a mindset that allows him to not only get started, but also make progress one day at a time. Through challenge after challenge, Johnny learns that he is not alone in his mission and that there are many people who want to help. Together, Johnny, Raven, and Queen Venus educate thousands of children on becoming butterfly farmers.