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As I start packing my bags and planning the final details, the excitement is building for my upcoming trip to New Orleans and a road trip...
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dneumann1972
Jan 233 min read
Annie The Porcupine Book Four!
I've started collaborating with my illustrator for the fourth book in the Annie the Porcupine series. This is the book that wasn't meant...
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dneumann1972
Jan 232 min read
Baking with Ro
Baking with my grandbaby has quickly become one of my favorite ways to spend time together. There's something magical about the way...
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dneumann1972
Jan 142 min read
Life As A Porcupine
Over the past few weeks, I've been under the weather, spending most of my time in bed—a huge contrast to my usual go-go-go lifestyle. As...
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dneumann1972
Dec 26, 20241 min read
Wrapping Paper Rolls and Empty Boxes
Empty boxes and wrapping paper rolls—simple, overlooked items—have a way of bringing unexpected joy. Watching children turn them into...
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dneumann1972
Dec 26, 20242 min read
Inclusivity Lessons from Abbott Elementary
I just watched the latest episode of Abbott Elementary, and it struck a deeply personal chord. In this episode, Barbara decides to...
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dneumann1972
Dec 16, 20242 min read
Connecting Stories At The Craft Show
This past weekend, I had the privilege of attending a bustling craft fair with over 400 vendors. Among the creative displays of handmade...
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dneumann1972
Dec 12, 20242 min read
Cozy Days with Annie the Porcupine
As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, it’s only natural to wonder what Annie the Porcupine might be up to in this chilly...
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dneumann1972
Dec 4, 20242 min read
December: A Time To Celebrate
December is a time of warmth and togetherness, sparkling with the glow of lights and the richness of festive traditions. While Christmas...
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dneumann1972
Nov 21, 20243 min read
My Hurt Eye
Right now, my eye is swollen, throbbing, and making its discomfort known in ways I didn’t think were possible. After a sleepless night, I...
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dneumann1972
Nov 18, 20242 min read
Back To Back Birthdays
November is a whirlwind of birthdays in our household. With Julie, Chris, Annie, and Roland celebrating back-to-back, it could easily...
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dneumann1972
Nov 9, 20242 min read
Kindness and Love
This has been a rough week for many. It feels as though, in our ever-changing world, uncertainty is the only constant, touching every...
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dneumann1972
Oct 29, 20242 min read
Costumes - A Little Sew and Sew
Growing up, my family didn’t celebrate Halloween. I didn’t dress up or go trick-or-treating. But every summer, I had the joy of designing...
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dneumann1972
Oct 27, 20242 min read
Game Night - One of My Favorite Traditions
There’s something magical about a night dedicated to laughter, a bit of friendly competition, and spending quality time with friends. Our...
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dneumann1972
Oct 24, 20241 min read
Cody's Final Semester
Today, we officially signed Cody up for his final semester of college. I can hardly believe we’re already at this point in his journey!...
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dneumann1972
Oct 15, 20243 min read
Bryan Chick's Advice
Every so often, you meet someone who unexpectedly shifts your perspective, prompting you to rethink your life goals and how to pursue...
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dneumann1972
Oct 9, 20242 min read
My First High School Reunion
Attending my husband's 35th high school reunion was an experience I wasn't quite sure what to expect from, especially since it was my...
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dneumann1972
Sep 26, 20242 min read
Circular Driveways - A Sign of Success
Today I was asked to define the term success. This is always a hard word to describe because I feel it is personal and different for...
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dneumann1972
Sep 24, 20242 min read
The Joy of Shaving Cream
There’s something about the simplest things that can lead to the greatest adventures. Today was one of those days. I thought introducing...
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dneumann1972
Sep 15, 20242 min read
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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