Well butter my biscuits and pull up a log.

Grandpa Banjo Bill and his little cat, Potato, are back at the walnut and the oak to share a gentle children’s story about Periwinkle, a character who struggles with holding onto grudges.

In this story, every hurt and unkind moment becomes a small pebble that Periwinkle carries along the way. Over time, those grudge pebbles grow heavy, making it harder to move forward. As Periwinkle learns how to let them go, something beautiful happens. Colour, calm moments, and a sense of peace begin to appear along her path.

With warmth, whimsy, and a reassuring voice, Grandpa Banjo Bill reads this comforting tale to help children understand emotions like anger, resentment, and forgiveness, and how letting go can make space for peace and emotional growth.

A soothing story for children about feelings, grudges, and learning to move forward with kindness.

Enjoyed this episode? If you’d like colouring pages or a few gentle questions to extend the story into a mini lesson (or just for fun), you can email us at the.walnut.and.the.oak@gmail.com