Dandelion Cottage

In a sleepy Northern‑Michigan town, a tiny, dandelion‑studded cottage sits tucked behind the stone church, long forgotten by the parish wardens. When Dr. Tucker arrives with his wife and a bustling brood of eight children—seven lively boys and a clever twelve‑year‑old girl named Bettie—the modest home quickly proves far too cramped for the new family. The senior and junior wardens scramble to juggle plans for a new rectory while the Tuckers, along with their neighbors‑turned‑allies, try to make the most of the cramped quarters, sharing umbrellas, potatoes, and improvised sleeping arrangements.

Amid the chaos, friendships blossom: Bettie’s bond with Mabel Bennett next door, her adventures with Jeanie Mapes, and the quirky personalities of the surrounding community bring humor and heart to the everyday struggles. Listeners will be drawn into the warm, bustling world of Dandelion Cottage, where resourcefulness, neighborly spirit, and a handful of clever children turn an impossible situation into a charming tale of small‑town life.