Welcome to Milkweed & Monarchs — the podcast where stories bloom and quirks are celebrated. I’m your host, Dawn Klem, and today we’re diving into a tale that’s equal parts hilarious and heartfelt.

In this episode, The Periscope, I reflect on the beauty of embracing our oddities — those little quirks that make us uniquely ourselves. From childhood insomnia to toe-wiggling anxiety, I share a story that starts with a quiet morning and ends with a laugh-out-loud realization involving a toy submarine, a periscope, and yes… my big toe.

It’s a lighthearted reminder that sometimes, the things we fear most turn out to be parts of ourselves we hadn’t yet learned to love. So settle in, smile, and let’s take a peek through the periscope together.