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dneumann1972

3 hours ago
1 min

Carrot Cake Cookies

Everyone knows that Annie the Porcupine and I have a passion for Carrot cake. Well I was just shared on a recipe for Carrot Cake cookies...

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dneumann1972

1 day ago
2 min

Teacher Exhaustion

As a teacher, we often hear phrases like, "Teachers are superheroes" or "You must be so patient." While these sentiments are appreciated,...

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dneumann1972

Sep 9
3 min

A Journey to the Lexington Book Bash

This weekend, I packed up the car, gathered my three porcupine companions: Annie, Cody and Julie, and set off on a road trip to the...

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dneumann1972

Aug 29
2 min

State Standards on Holidays

Today, I had an insightful discussion about state standards, specifically focusing on a Michigan standard: “Identify the events or people...

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dneumann1972

Aug 29
2 min

Carrot Cake Crepes

I love crepes and cannot believe that I haven't found this recipe before but here it is. Carrot Cake Crepes combine the spicy flavor of...

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dneumann1972

Aug 23
2 min

Carrot Cake Oreos - A Step Too Far??

As someone who loves carrot cake and has written several blog posts about the countless variations, I’ve found myself on the brink of...

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dneumann1972

Aug 21
2 min

Starting My New Book and My Mother

There's something truly magical about the beginning of a new book—the moment when ideas start to take shape, and a story unfolds in your...

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dneumann1972

Aug 18
2 min

A New School Year

As summer winds down and the anticipation (and sometimes dread) of a new school year begins to build, I always feel a mix of excitement...

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dneumann1972

Aug 18
2 min

Cousins

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Family connections are the threads that weave together the fabric of our lives, providing us with love, support, and shared memories that...

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dneumann1972

Aug 4
1 min

Seeing The World Through A Child's Eyes

Last week, we took our grand-baby to the aquarium, a visit that was as much about building memories as it was about being reminded to see...

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dneumann1972

Jul 30
2 min

Hawaiian Carrot Cake with Coconut Icing

Here is a recipe shared by a reader. I so want to try this but, my husband doesn’t like coconut. I am wondering what I could possibly use...

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dneumann1972

Jul 27
2 min

I Want A Birthday Party!

"I Want a Birthday Party" has become a book cherished by many, often given as a birthday present. I find this deeply ironic because...

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dneumann1972

Jul 24
2 min

Flights of Fantasy

As a writer, there are few experiences more rewarding than seeing your work published. But there's a unique feeling that comes from being...

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dneumann1972

Jul 23
2 min

Clinton-Macomb Library

There’s a magical place where stories come to life, imaginations soar, and learning feels like an exciting adventure—welcome to the kids’...

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People Think I Am Obsessed with Porcupines

dneumann1972

Jul 12
1 min

People Think I Am Obsessed with Porcupines

I don't know if obsessed is the right word. I have always found them interesting, but when the protagonist of your books is a porcupine,...

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dneumann1972

Jul 8
2 min

Summer 2024 - Inclusivity

When people hear that I am a teacher, they often assume that I have the summer off, which is far from the truth. In addition to attending...

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dneumann1972

Jul 6
3 min

Gajar ka Halwa (Carrot Pudding)

I am always on the lookout for a Annie approved recipe using her favorite vegetable carrots. Usually I find a carrot cake inspired...

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dneumann1972

Jul 1
2 min

In Memory of Henry Ramirez

Rated 5 out of 5 stars.(1)

Henry Ramirez, my mother's youngest brother, held many titles in our family - father, son, grandfather, husband, and brother. But to me,...

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dneumann1972

Jun 27
2 min

The True Meaning of Celebrations

This weekend, we had the chance to celebrate the marriage our daughter and son-in-law. During the festivities, I took a moment to think...

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dneumann1972

Jun 18
2 min

Summer Memories

Ah, summer! That magical time of year when the days stretch out, full of promise and adventure. For many of us, the warm months of summer...

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