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November 30, 2024

the only year-end list that matters:

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by manjula martin

hi,

in the business of culture-making, now is the time of year when publications release their “best of” lists. so many lists. really, like, enough with the lists. but we at My Newsletter are not immune to the urge to catalog and rank unquantifiable things and experiences, and so, without further ado, we’re proud to share with you our selections for:

The Best Flowers of 2024

i mean, each flower i see is always the “best” flower, but here are some of the standout flowers of 2024, in chronological order . . .

fetid adder's tongue
january

magnolia
february

calypso orchid
march

lupine
april

a sh*t ton of roses
may

matilija ("fried egg") poppy
june

dahlia
july

rose varietal - "strike it rich"
august

cannabis
september

marigold
october

rose "Strike it Rich", dripping wet in the rain
november

a vase of fuschia colored peonies, fallen rose petals, and a tarot card: ten of cups
december is still the future

me, wearing a flowered dress, taking a selfie in a bathroom mirror around which is flowered wallpaper, with flowers also reflected in the mirror
see y’all next year,

xo
-m.

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