Dandelions are an underappreciated pop of yellow that turns into clouds. Ever since my younger child was 3, I’ve been taking a photo of her each spring blowing the dandelion pufflets everywhere. I’ve always had an affinity for them—often overlooked, they’re one of the hardiest weeds, and their yellow heads nodding in the grass never fail to bring me delight. But then, I’ve always had a fondness for weeds.

Jen Stein is a feminist writer, artist, advocate, mother, and finder of lost things in Fairfax, Virginia.  Her art and writing is informed by her experiences with advocacy and activism surrounding the politics of the body, disability, and mental health.  She’s assistant editor at Rogue Agent.

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