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Mary Ann Siegel

@MaryAnnSiegel

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Picture book writer, mom, protector of wildlife, pets, and nature, uprooted Atlantan in Maryland #SCBWI , #12x12 , #Highlights #BLM

Metro Washington D.C.
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It's sad, but true, that the one respectable and credible individual in Britain's #RoyalFamily is #PrinceHarry . Not Kate, William, or Charles, and definitely not Camilla. And I'm not the only one who thinks so.
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This brought tears to my eyes. Golly, does the world need this now. Thank you, poster, and thank you, Good Samaritan.
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7 years
FYI.
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The #ImpeachTrump website is up and running! Please share far & wide:
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@DarkWitchGoddes Those values seem to be shared among folks who survived the depression. If only we hadn't strayed so far from such valuable truths.
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3 years
@VABVOX @HC_Richardson And we have more free time because we're not doom-scrolling all the time.
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5 years
Disgusting. I wondered why the #Trumpkids never disowned their father. Now I understand: they are just like him. RT WNYC: Ivanka Trump involved in negotiations for Trump Hotel rentals during inauguration @CNNPolitics
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3 years
Houston Humane Society has a record of extending its reach beyond the city.
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Shannon Minter
3 years
Please find an animal shelter or rescue in Texas to support. It is needed badly right now.
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@LaurelSnyder After 45 years in Atlanta, I moved to MD a few years ago. My heart and soul will always be in Georgia. The mindset of the GA House is scary and horrifying. Thank God for Stacey Abrams and folks like you who are speaking out. Thanks for sharing and please don't lose faith.
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@shannonminter5 Our baby is bright eyed and someday he'll be bushy tailed! Happy New Year, Baby Ralph!
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6 months
@shannonminter5 Shannon, I give THANKS to you for bringing me into a world of love, sanity, and peace via your wonderful photos. The more the world falls apart, the faster I look for one additional update on Baby Ralph and all the other fur babies. Words cannot convey gratitude sufficiently.
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@judyblume @LisaYee1 I grew up in Morristown, NJ. My Republican husband always gave me a list of whom to vote for as he went out the door to work on election day. I never looked at it. :)
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@shannonminter5 Do you have to keep washing his bedding? It's so hard b/c he goes everywhere! Don't see how you do it, Shannon. You and Robin are amazing.
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@shannonminter5 The time and energy it takes to care for this little baby boy is incredible. You're the Cat's Meow, Shannon, and it's such a relief to see him feeling better.
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Attn, all lovers of #animals : Please join us in donating to this extraordinarily kind family whose home in East Texas was destroyed by a #tornado . They adopted 10 cats and 4 large dogs who need shelter, food, and comfort. THANK YOU!!!!
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The dogs & I were in this room when the tornado hit. This used to be my grandparents’ bedroom. The photo is my grandmother holding me shortly after I was born.
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4 years
@ebonylynnmudd Not to query all your best prospects at once. Do a few, hope that they give you feedback, use that feedback then set out again. GOOD LUCK! :)
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5 months
@shannonminter5 Baby Ralph can hold his ground.
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4 years
My neighbor put up his Christmas lights again, all green -- shimmering, beckoning, giving out hope, light, and energy. The little things we can do to boost others' spirits boost our own as well.
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3 years
@markeology I didn't participate but I need to say that #tacopitch was the best and most useful idea ever. It brought people out of the woodwork, strengthened pitch skills, and gave a supportive net for taking risks. You are to be applauded!!
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@shannonminter5 @rudyfan @rudyfan is so lucky to get the most LOVING, laid back, sweet, and helpful kitty ever. I hope you can keep us posted! Did you deliver him, Shannon?
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6 months
@shannonminter5 When the ringworm stops hurting so much, Ralphie Baby will be in 7th Heaven. He sure is a trouper, poor little guy.
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4 years
@ilyseh I agree it's a super story, but a poor example for kids. Real life demands that we not run from responsibility or do it without first consulting those most affected.
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2 years
@shannonminter5 Exactly a week after you found Albert and Squeaky, I think? Do you think she was following her brother?
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Mary Ann Siegel
7 years
Calling out #PamelaRamseyTaylor , Mayor #BeverlyWhaling and #DrMichelleHerren for their racist statements about our FLOTUS, #MichelleObama .
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4 years
@sarahcpr How'd you get so good on syncing the timing? It's perfect.
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3 years
@shannonminter5 I've never seen 2 cats so close. It's incredible.
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10 months
@AveryBa68752542 The universe came together to help! Thanks for persevering, Avery. The "little one" looks calm, brave, and relieved. :)
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3 months
@shannonminter5 @rudyfan God, Shannon, you are a true Saint. That's beautiful. THANK YOU for your loving care. Big Guy has a lot of your goodness.
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@shannonminter5 Shannon, I cried harder over Onyx than I did when many of my relatives and friends died, b/c he was such a giving, pure soul and b/c you included us in your family by illustrating your love for him, and his love and care for you and all the babies. Thank you.
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4 months
@shannonminter5 Sweet baby is filling out so nicely.
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4 years
#PresidentBiden . Please retweet.
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Please everyone, let us get #PresidentBiden trending. He is the best of us.
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Feeling for the other actors in #GarageSaleMysteries who are out of a job through no fault of their own. #LoriLoughlin #CollegeAdmissionScandal #HallmarkMoviesandMysteries
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@shannonminter5 Is Furby taking this well? Poor Furby.
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3 years
@erinentrada @HoustonMargaret It's a reputable family business. I feel for them.
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5 months
@shannonminter5 The power of prayer AND the power of community. When prayers are answered, it sure feels like a miracle, a phenomenally powerful miracle.
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4 months
@shannonminter5 Holy smokes!! But it's OK. You will be able to feed an extra mouth, and Salvador will help with the others, somehow, someway.
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8 years
Wow, @TimKaine ! NEVER have I heard a speech like that. You hit a home run with your values, example, compassion and Spanish! #ClintonKaine
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2 years
@arneduncan Great idea but terrible timing after being so far behind from remote learning during pandemic.
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3 years
@shannonminter5 Wow, you really did bring her in, in the nick of time. Thank you for being so caring, Shannon. The kittens and I share a birthday. It's great that Meow Meow could have them in the Ritz Carlton cabana, which she deserves. Happy Easter!
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@shannonminter5 You are truly saints. Wow.
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3 years
@CeeEyes Thanks for everything you are doing for Bobcat and for keeping us posted!!
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3 years
@erinentrada @HoustonMargaret I saw the statement. As a small family business, we know what it's like to have to think fast. Thanks for responding.
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@shannonminter5 Oh, no! So scary. Praying for Mike, Charley, Gaia, Albert, and Sister.
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@shannonminter5 Out of all your pictures of adoring pets, this is the dearest. Sweet, sweet Sammy.
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5 months
@shannonminter5 Christmas blessings are at work.
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Mary Ann Siegel
1 year
Wow, Twitter has ganged up on Kate and William. Fascinating dynamics of this disfunctional #RoyalFamily . #KKKate
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1 year
@shannonminter5 I feel sad about the ending and happy about new beginnings. Glad Carl is better at change. Good going, Shannon, and Carl's new mom. :)
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3 years
OK, it's done! #PBParty submission complete. Grateful to @MindyAlyseWeiss and all her helpers!
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@shannonminter5 He might end up with a big bushy tail and sweet disposition when his skin heals. You think?
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2 years
@shannonminter5 Lol, that's wonderful!! She didn't want to miss a perpetual party.
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1 year
@shannonminter5 Great news about porch and porch kitties! Are Piper and Meow Meow OK?
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5 years
Thank you, #ElijahCummings . Wow. Glad you're at the helm. RT You need to listen to Rep. Cummings' closing remarks @CNNPolitics
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@shannonminter5 How I love Philbert...Bobcat....and Baby Ralph.
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5 months
@shannonminter5 Baby Ralph knows his body doesn't need fish with all the heavy metals. He's probably holding out for turkey, being Christmas. The sun and your staying with him at night are doing wonders!
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4 months
@shannonminter5 It's nice you got invited.
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4 months
@shannonminter5 LOL. Your captions are SO GOOD!
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@shannonminter5 Grayson and Ralph?
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@shannonminter5 Not sure the IOC has begun to handle the trans fairness issue but as a former team manager during the Olympic Games, with knowledge of corruption in the Olympic world, I have little faith things will work out easily. Thank you for your hard work, Shannon, across the board.
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@shannonminter5 Shannon, I just remembered what a very close Quaker friend suggested we do when our family was going through the cardiac arrest experience: "Breathe in love, breathe out fear." It brought us comfort and healing, and I'm sure it will help you, too.
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@kathnyhus @shannonminter5 Those back feet are a stitch! :)
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4 months
@shannonminter5 I do believe!!! He has made such huge strides!!!
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@shannonminter5 King of all love bugs, wow. SO SWEET.
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@shannonminter5 @MarzapRussell But they are looking for YOU. :)
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7 months
@shannonminter5 Twitter just selected this "popular and trending" video for me to watch!!
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Mary Ann Siegel
2 years
@shannonminter5 @CeeEyes Great tweet. But boy cats are loving lap cats, too. And they can be called Sweetie. My tall, handsome uncle was called Sweetie (by his wife). She was Southern so it had 4 syllables.
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#MRCHURCH is one of the best movies I've seen in years. Sweet, tender, and heart-rending. #EddieMurphy , directing, and script are superb.
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@shannonminter5 Holy moley. No wonder you know William is a girl. But the whole experience seems to have made William more chill and happy, no?
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6 months
@shannonminter5 The master cat whisperer!!
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5 months
@shannonminter5 Best photo ever, of you both. :)
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@shannonminter5 By himself, too! Grown up boy.
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@shannonminter5 Somebody has adapted to indoor life!!
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Mary Ann Siegel
8 years
. @cnn : I am beyond saturated with the fury of #KayleighMcEnany , the smug smirks of #JeffreyLord , and the refusal to listen of both.
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3 years
@shannonminter5 I can't begin to tell you how much I love that little guy.
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3 years
@shannonminter5 That is one happy kitty! You found great homes for all of them. Kudos!
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@shannonminter5 His sweet little rat tail is becoming catlike. :)
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@shannonminter5 And I remember another very sweet kitty who had to grow into his ears -- Phil! Hope he's doing well!
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6 years
The #NYT 's editorial this morning, "All the President's Crooks," says it loud and clear. I hope #DonaldTrump goes to prison and gets a taste of life without gilded plumbing.
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@shannonminter5 Wow. Your strength is phenomenal in witnessing the kitties. If only we humans could help animals see a light at the end of the tunnel. One baby step day at a time. Sounds like things are proceeding, and I can imagine it's hard not having it be faster. Great job, Shannon.
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@shannonminter5 Only Squeaky and Pipsqueak?
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5 months
@aliciaherself I'd like to send a check, but there's no address on the webpage you posted. I can research it if you can tell me the town and state.
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6 months
@shannonminter5 Oh, wow, #BabyRalph will take good care of him. Sending an O and X to both loving kitties.
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4 months
@shannonminter5 Finally relaxed enough to catch up on sleep. :)
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4 months
@shannonminter5 OMG, can't stop laughing. Hysterical. Baby Ralph is NEVER to be underestimated. Never. Ever.
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3 years
Just finished reading #RickshawGirl and am so excited about this movie. NO ONE is a better storyteller than @MitaliPerkins .
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See the trailer for the film based on the book and find out more at — release set for late fall. #rickshawgirlmovie
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@shannonminter5 She is one well-adjusted, sweet kitty, and filling out. :) Kudos to you all for helping her feel so safe.
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There is nothing more moving than the #writingcommunity supporting one another on pitch days and regular ol' writing days. THANK YOU ALL for retweeting those of us pitching, ESPECIALLY when you are not! :) :) :) #pitmad #kidlit
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@shannonminter5 Thanks, Shannon, for all you're doing for the sweetest baby in all the world.
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@shannonminter5 Oh, dear God. Thank you for staying on top of it, Shannon, and alerting us. Praying hard.
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@shannonminter5 Is the infection starting up again where Big Guy licked him? Or possibly bacterial infection? Looks like he feels worse. Dear Baby Ralph.
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@shannonminter5 Have been dreading this day. I've loved a lot of cats in my lifetime but this little guy stole my heart from day one, our shared birthday. Thanks for all you did, Shannon, and for telling us today is the day. Saying prayers. :)
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@shannonminter5 That's the way I feel about each kitty, especially Phil and Pipsqueak.
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@shannonminter5 Your captions are always as great as the pix.
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@MindyAlyseWeiss Motivated me to sharpen queries and loglines faster than I would have ordinarily.
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@shannonminter5 Did she not get a second breakfast?
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@shannonminter5 Mike is a Godsend! Sweet babies. Am praying hard you find places for all the kitties.
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@shannonminter5 Mike is a Saint. Hope the animals give him sufficient love, and I'm guessing they do. :)
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@shannonminter5 Beautiful eyes, Baby Ralph! ox
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