Candace, when my son was born (decades ago) we lived in Germany and I nursed him until the age of two without obstacles -- but at two yrs I was so ready for that change of perspective you mention -- a distance, a different view, even a view from across the room. No longer just looking at the side/top of his head : ) -- I weaned him then! Thanks for another beautiful essay and paintings.
Ellen, thank you so much for your comment and for sharing such an interesting take on a fresh perspective. My daughter Elena is now 13 months old and continuing to nurse, and what you shared resonates with me so much -- I love what you said about even wanting to see him from across the room. Thank you again for reading and being here!
I'm so very glad to hear that, Kyla. By the way, I just checked out your lovely newsletter and love that you're also expecting a little girl -- and soon! :) Please know I'm wishing you all the best as you await her arrival these next few weeks 🤍
Well, you did it again. Tears are forming in my eyes. Yes, I am too close to my work to actually take pride in any little part of it. But, today, I'm going to sit and gaze like Elena Rose. Take it all in. Thank you. I desperately needed this today.
I love this, Mom, and I love what you said about sitting and gazing like Elena -- especially as she's continued to grow and has shown us that that isn't always her natural state of being :) That makes this moment of quiet focus with her in our window seat mean even more now 🤍
I am a teacher and just had a rough day with my class. Reading this beautiful story brought me joy and also helped me to look at our school year together with a broader perspective, today was just one day. Thank you for this.
Cathy, thank you so much for sharing this 🤍 I'm honored to hear this post could help bring you joy and perspective on a difficult day, and I hope today has been lighter for you!
I think I enjoyed this whole series even more than the Tea one. Which is, of course, impossible. (Be careful! Doing impossible things is what breaks the world in good stories. CAREFUL PLS.)
I always marvel at how we trust those long metal tubes flying at 30,000’ and 500 mph with what is most precious to us. “For without faith, it is impossible. . .”
Lots of transition happening right now and I so needed this reminder to take a step back and look at the big picture. Thank you for sharing these, Candace! As always your words and illustrations are exactly what I needed :)
Veena, it's always so lovely to hear from you, and I'm honored that this post resonated with where you're at on your own journey at the moment -- that's exactly why I love doing what I do :) Thank you so much for sharing that, and know I'm sending a big hug your way as you continue navigating this season of transition 🤍
Sending this to my daughter Nika, whose son just turned 8 months old (not too distant from Elena). What a beautiful, amazing time this is to cherish. I'm so happy for you and your family.
Ahh I love hearing that, Martha -- eight months is such a special time in their first year, so many big changes are taking place. I so hope this story resonates with Nika, and I hope you continue soaking up every moment with your beautiful grandson! 🤍
Thank you for describing something which until now I’ve struggled to articulate. That need to step back and see your child for who they are. As parents (you are right) we are so involved in the logistics or their lives and the moments when we get to step back and see them from a different view are wonderful.
Helen, thank you so much for your comment here -- I'm so honored and happy to hear that this resonated with you and your own journey through parenthood 🤍
Candace, thank you so much for this beautiful piece. You have such a way with words and they are so wonderfully complemented by your watercolours. It really brought tears to my eyes, and resonated so much even though my project is very different to your journey of motherhood! I was reading your post while sitting in a darkened laboratory room after hours of exhausting work for a neuroscience thesis, waiting for some data to finish transferring. You're so right that sometimes we need to step back to appreciate what amazing opportunities we have been gifted with, as stressful and tiring as the process may be at times! Congrats again on your baby girl and it sounds like she is growing up to be a keen observer just like her mum ❤️❤️
Nikki, I can't thank you enough for your comment, and for painting such a vivid picture of where this post found you -- as a writer, that means so much to me to hear. I imagine that being immersed in such an intensive, data-driven thesis project, it must be so hard to keep an eye on the big picture, but I hope this week you're able to take a little step back and see how it's all coming together for you. Please know I'm wishing you all the best on your thesis, and thank you again for reading and being here! 🤍
Thank you so much Candace, best wishes to you for your work projects and exciting journey of motherhood too. Looking forward to your next series of posts !
Beautiful, and what a lovely reminder of perspective! Step back and look at what is in front of you :)
Thank you so much for your kind words, Nicky! I'm so happy to hear this resonated with you, and I love what you shared about perspective 🤍
Candace, when my son was born (decades ago) we lived in Germany and I nursed him until the age of two without obstacles -- but at two yrs I was so ready for that change of perspective you mention -- a distance, a different view, even a view from across the room. No longer just looking at the side/top of his head : ) -- I weaned him then! Thanks for another beautiful essay and paintings.
Ellen, thank you so much for your comment and for sharing such an interesting take on a fresh perspective. My daughter Elena is now 13 months old and continuing to nurse, and what you shared resonates with me so much -- I love what you said about even wanting to see him from across the room. Thank you again for reading and being here!
Just what I needed to read today my thank you!
I'm so very glad to hear that, Kyla. By the way, I just checked out your lovely newsletter and love that you're also expecting a little girl -- and soon! :) Please know I'm wishing you all the best as you await her arrival these next few weeks 🤍
Well, you did it again. Tears are forming in my eyes. Yes, I am too close to my work to actually take pride in any little part of it. But, today, I'm going to sit and gaze like Elena Rose. Take it all in. Thank you. I desperately needed this today.
I love this, Mom, and I love what you said about sitting and gazing like Elena -- especially as she's continued to grow and has shown us that that isn't always her natural state of being :) That makes this moment of quiet focus with her in our window seat mean even more now 🤍
I am a teacher and just had a rough day with my class. Reading this beautiful story brought me joy and also helped me to look at our school year together with a broader perspective, today was just one day. Thank you for this.
Cathy, thank you so much for sharing this 🤍 I'm honored to hear this post could help bring you joy and perspective on a difficult day, and I hope today has been lighter for you!
I think I enjoyed this whole series even more than the Tea one. Which is, of course, impossible. (Be careful! Doing impossible things is what breaks the world in good stories. CAREFUL PLS.)
No wayyy. I simply can't believe that, but I will take your word for it and simply say THANK YOU :)
YES WAY.
Just magical! I have so enjoyed this series Candace ❤
I'm so happy to hear that, Vicki! Thank you so much for journeying with me through this series 🤍
I always marvel at how we trust those long metal tubes flying at 30,000’ and 500 mph with what is most precious to us. “For without faith, it is impossible. . .”
Truly! 🙏
Beautiful!
Thank you, Valeri!
Lots of transition happening right now and I so needed this reminder to take a step back and look at the big picture. Thank you for sharing these, Candace! As always your words and illustrations are exactly what I needed :)
Veena, it's always so lovely to hear from you, and I'm honored that this post resonated with where you're at on your own journey at the moment -- that's exactly why I love doing what I do :) Thank you so much for sharing that, and know I'm sending a big hug your way as you continue navigating this season of transition 🤍
Sending this to my daughter Nika, whose son just turned 8 months old (not too distant from Elena). What a beautiful, amazing time this is to cherish. I'm so happy for you and your family.
Ahh I love hearing that, Martha -- eight months is such a special time in their first year, so many big changes are taking place. I so hope this story resonates with Nika, and I hope you continue soaking up every moment with your beautiful grandson! 🤍
Congratulations Candace! You should make these window stories a book!
Thank you so much, Karina! And I love that idea -- I will definitely be thinking about that 🤍
This is simply gorgeous.
Thank you so much, Medha 🤍
Thank you for describing something which until now I’ve struggled to articulate. That need to step back and see your child for who they are. As parents (you are right) we are so involved in the logistics or their lives and the moments when we get to step back and see them from a different view are wonderful.
Helen, thank you so much for your comment here -- I'm so honored and happy to hear that this resonated with you and your own journey through parenthood 🤍
Candace, thank you so much for this beautiful piece. You have such a way with words and they are so wonderfully complemented by your watercolours. It really brought tears to my eyes, and resonated so much even though my project is very different to your journey of motherhood! I was reading your post while sitting in a darkened laboratory room after hours of exhausting work for a neuroscience thesis, waiting for some data to finish transferring. You're so right that sometimes we need to step back to appreciate what amazing opportunities we have been gifted with, as stressful and tiring as the process may be at times! Congrats again on your baby girl and it sounds like she is growing up to be a keen observer just like her mum ❤️❤️
Nikki, I can't thank you enough for your comment, and for painting such a vivid picture of where this post found you -- as a writer, that means so much to me to hear. I imagine that being immersed in such an intensive, data-driven thesis project, it must be so hard to keep an eye on the big picture, but I hope this week you're able to take a little step back and see how it's all coming together for you. Please know I'm wishing you all the best on your thesis, and thank you again for reading and being here! 🤍
Thank you so much Candace, best wishes to you for your work projects and exciting journey of motherhood too. Looking forward to your next series of posts !
Beautiful this has all been so beautiful! ✈️
Thank you so very much, Claire -- I'm thrilled you've enjoyed the series 🤍