Clumsy the bear wakes up to a peaceful house, noting the absence of storms and the presence of a fireplace, tea, and blackberry jam.
Clumsy feels unwell, and the owl suggests drinking herbal tea for health.
Clumsy recalls being frightened by a thunderstorm and falling to the ground.
The owl explains that Crowlie, the raven, is angry because he is writing about "The Great Changes" that happen in the woods and needs to finish before it gets too cold.
The story shifts to a raven who, when young and silly, found a Magic Book and began writing about desired changes. He observed the seasons changing from summer to winter, and the leaves falling.
Since then, the raven has had to write about "The Great Changes" annually to maintain the usual course of events.
The story concludes with a reflection on Mr. Crowlie being 'tied up' with the Magic Book forever.