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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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Sep 9, 20243 min read
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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Aug 29, 20242 min read
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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Aug 29, 20242 min read
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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Aug 23, 20242 min read
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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Aug 21, 20242 min read
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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Aug 18, 20242 min read
Cousins
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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Aug 18, 20242 min read
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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Aug 4, 20241 min read
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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Jul 30, 20242 min read
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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Jul 27, 20242 min read
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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Jul 24, 20242 min read
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’...
dneumann1972
Jul 23, 20242 min read
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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Jul 12, 20241 min read
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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Jul 8, 20242 min read
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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Jul 6, 20243 min read
In Memory of Henry Ramirez
Henry Ramirez, my mother's youngest brother, held many titles in our family - father, son, grandfather, husband, and brother. But to me,...
dneumann1972
Jul 1, 20242 min read
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...
dneumann1972
Jun 27, 20242 min read
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...
dneumann1972
Jun 18, 20242 min read
Attorney General Dana Nessel
Today, I had the honor of joining a group of like-minded individuals for a meeting with Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Our...
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Jun 7, 20242 min read
Annie the Porcupine in the Classroom
Last week, I received a heartwarming message from an old friend, a fellow teacher I knew back in high school. She shared a story that...
dneumann1972
Jun 4, 20242 min read
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