Stories allow us to carry and convey the valuable lessons of our experience. For many years I invented long bedtime stories that reflected my son's position in his development. I also took a cue from the Native American Indians, some of whom made story blankets to commemorate the passage of time. I take notes during the year of key events and combine them in stories descriptive of that year. I give these stories to my son after the year passes.
Stories make our dreams real and the real magical.