The best of Dandelion Seeds
Your favorite illustrated essays, all in one place.
Hello there!
Before we kick off a new year of illustrated essays, I wanted to take a moment today to look back — at the five essays you loved most from the past year.
I hope this will give you a chance to read any stories you might’ve missed, and if there’s someone you know who might enjoy Dandelion Seeds, I also hope this post will make it easy to share with them — so you can pass on the illustrated essay goodness, all in one place.
One quick note: Dandelion Seeds officially turned one last week, and to celebrate, I’m giving away three paintings I’ve created, each one from a different illustrated essay.
Anyone who signs up for a paid subscription will be entered into the giveaway, as will all current paid subscribers. I’ll choose three winners at random this Friday, January 19th, so there’s still a few more days to enter and receive one of these originals:
Now, onto the stories that you loved most!
Until next week,
Candace
1. Pockets Full of Walnuts
On the moments we’ll hold onto.
2. The Dutch Word for Gift
On small kindnesses.
3. Like a Garden in the Winter
On glimpsing our essence.
4. Blue Skies and Tailwinds
On finding blessings in unexpected places.
5. Home is a Window Seat
On the lessons I’ve learned from 30,000 feet.
You have done incredible work this year.
BLOODY WELL DONE. It's been so fun to see you take this approach and ace it so completely.
I admire how, with a toddler and an infant, you are able to keep up with your weekly blessings to us. Thank you and take good care of yourself.