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"If someone orders from me for a special event, I'm going to act like it's my special event," she said. "I've put so much time and learning into the recipes I use, recipes I love and think are great."

Cartwright, 28, a Cato native who now lives in Elbridge, ran Hann's Homemade from her home for six years before opening a storefront in the former Maggie's Pies & Pasta in Auburn in February 2021. Her cakes, cupcakes and decorated sugar cookies are in too much demand for her to have anything for sale there, but she's happy to take orders when she's open Wednesdays through Sundays.

Baking, and especially decorating, has been a passion of Cartwright's since she was a child. She's self-taught, though she has worked at Camerons Bakery in Auburn, the bakery at the city's Wegmans and Lasca's, where she sold her cupcakes. That passion was also inspired by the rising popularity of baking over the last decade, with shows like "Cupcake Wars" and "The Great British Bake Off."聽

"The different things you can do with cakes and cookies is crazy," she said. "It's fun to learn and fun to do. It can be hard, but it's very fun."

Cartwright has seen her share of challenging orders, particularly in the past year due to word of mouth. They include a cake with polar bears and hot air balloons for a gender reveal party, and another with a puppy that she felt "really nervous" about because it was one of her first orders in her storefront. With two tiers and intricate fondant icing, those types of orders take about 10 hours.

In a Facebook review in March, customer Lily Monahan said the baby shower cake she ordered from Hann's Homemade almost made her cry.

"I thought it was the cutest thing ever," Monahan said of the cake, which featured a white bowtied bunny on top. "We also saved the bunny to freeze (because) I just couldn't let go of it."

Before she could face those baking challenges, Cartwright had to face a banking one. She submitted her offer for her storefront in January 2020, but the COVID-19 pandemic delayed the approval of her loan until July. After that, renovating the Burt Avenue building required about seven months of work. Hann's Homemade is just her as well, though she hopes to hire employees in the future.

She has the demand to support that, between weddings, birthdays, graduations, showers and other events. Cartwright has some availability this summer, she said, but she advises placing orders about a month ahead. That's not just because of the number of orders she's balancing, but because she wants to be able to take the time to make people what they want, the way she would want it.

"I love making pretty things for people," she said. "I just get excited to see people get excited over what I make."

During the month of May, Cayuga County residents celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week, a time to step back, remember and perhaps to take the time to thank that one person or persons in school who made a difference in your life. I penned this article from a student鈥檚 point of view after having a conversation with a former student who had called to reach out and thank me for my guidance and support when they were one of my students in middle and high school. I am so proud of his life achievements as a veteran, businessman and elected official.

For any teacher, there is nothing more rewarding than positively empowering a student, sharing 鈥渓ife lessons鈥� and teaching knowledge that may influence and help to change the student鈥檚 life for the better.

I had the pleasure of attending West High School and the combined high schools became what is now called Auburn High School. At West High, I was blessed with having been taught by many of our community鈥檚 outstanding teachers who possessed a unique passion and dedication to their students. Sadly, some have passed away: Keith Wilson, who nurtured my love of music; the teaching brothers Robert and Jerry Calimeri; who would help their students master science and English; Francis Brancato, the Chemistry Guru; Verna Graves and Veronica Welch, the Math Wizards; Dale Post, Thomas Campbell, David Harter, the History Aficionados; and Paul Guido, the Master of Languages. My list is too long to continue. If you attended West, East, Central High, or Mt. Carmel or Auburn High School, I鈥檓 sure you have fond memories of school days and have your own teachers list.

If, after reading this article you remember a teacher who has had an impact on your life, I ask that you take the time to reach out and let him or her know that you appreciated their work and contribution to your life story. There is never an expiration date for a teacher thank you!

Litany For A Teacher 鈥� from a student鈥檚 point of view

I was the Child you nurtured and helped to learn how to read words, make sentences and put their ideas on paper without passing judgment on my efforts.

I was the Child you encouraged to move from their comfort zone, to take a chance at participating in a class or group activity, to take to the stage, to be a part of the school play, musical or student assembly. Your impact convinced me that I could be myself and accomplish a goal that you guided me to realize. These as some of my most cherished memories. The sense of accomplishment that you helped me to achieve was awesome!

I was the Child who couldn鈥檛 count or master timetables. You spent your lunch time with me; finding the special way to encourage me so that I could do the math. You taught me to not be afraid of making a mistake as it is a part of a learning experience for any young adult.

I was the Child who was teased and bullied by my peers, BUT who was lucky to have you as my teacher. The role-model with a compassionate yet firm manner that allowed you to break the rules, to be my adult lunch buddy. We sat at a table in the cafeteria and you encouraged others to join our special lunch group. Each student in the lunch group learned about tolerance, communication and how actions had more impact than hollow words. You cast a snub to the bullies without a word of reproach passing your teacher鈥檚 lips. The experience taught me dignity, gracefulness under pressure and empathy for others.

I was the Child who acted out with bravado at being tough. I certainly didn鈥檛 con you, my teacher with the 鈥淴-ray vision.鈥� Your uncanny ability to 鈥渞ead me鈥� told you that I was hurting on the inside and was sorely in need of human compassion and the blessed human contact of a hug or welcome pat on the back. Your concern allowed me to open my heart and realize that I too, was a person of value in my school and that there were other teachers in the school who truly wanted to help nurture my emotionally starved soul.

I was the Child who came to school knowing that school was a place where I was safe. I could be me, free to express my ideas. I would emotionally grow to comprehend that domestic violence and economic deprivation were not a positive influence on me. I learned to stand on my own two feet and move forward into my future! You taught me not to create and use excuses in an attempt to squander my true human potential and capabilities. Because of you I am a better person!

I was the battered Child that you held tightly in your heart. You were the teacher who helped me see a way to having a better life. Modeling the reality of making wise choices by gaining the power that knowledge brings to one鈥檚 life. You taught me to be somebody, to make something of myself as I matured into a young adult preparing to leave my school 鈥渟afety net鈥� for the real world outside a classroom.

You gave me hope and never doubted my abilities as a human being.

I was the Child who gave the teacher-coach daily nightmares. I wanted to be on the team. I had the drive but my skills were sorely lacking. I needed a lot of attention and direction. You were the teacher who never discouraged me. You spent countless hours working with me, not just on the playing field but in teaching me core values of respect, civility and responsibility. You encouraged and allowed me to become strong mentally and physically and influenced the person that I am today. Your belief in my potential allowed me to personally flourish. You caused me to realize that I could accomplish any goal that I desired if I invested my time and effort to do so. You gave me the wind needed to power my wings to make the team and to be successful in life.

The years have faded into the past. I am an adult and one of the many students that you have influenced throughout your teaching career. Due to your innate teacher infused compassion, benevolence, kindness and love for your students, you opened doors that extended beyond the classroom. Thank you for being my teacher! My generation is richer and wiser for your having been in our lives.

Dr. Townsend is a teacher at Dana L. West High School in Port Byron. She was the first New York state teacher selected for the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum Fellowship and is the recipient of the A&E Television Teacher Award and the IZZIT Outstanding Teacher Award.

The APD is seeking assistance from the public in identifying the individual or vehicle in photographs obtained from security cameras.

The vehicle is possibly a 2017, 2018 or 2019 Ford Escape SE Sport and appears to be dark gray or green. The person who entered the store appears to be a younger white male with a slim build.

Anyone who can identify the individual or vehicle or has additional information concerning this case is asked to contact Detective Nicholas Atkins at (315) 255-4703, (315) 253-3231 or by email at natkins@auburnny.gov. The APD said that callers may remain anonymous.

As the parade begins, the Auburn Downtown Business Improvement District will host a Food Truck Rodeo in the Market Street Park area.

Taking place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the rodeo will feature Tonzi's Catering Co., Elbita's Cocina, Villano's Food Truck, Poppy's Ice Cream Truck, Leo's Donut Factory and Silver Street Rd. Kettlecorn Co. The Knights of Columbus Council No. 207 will also serve grilled food, and adult beverages will be available from Next Chapter Brewpub and Shepherds Brewing Co.

Downbeat Percussion and then classic rock cover band Weekend at Bernie's will perform in the park's band shell. Visitors are invited to bring chairs and blankets.

A few organizations will have booths set up at the rodeo, including the Army, Auburn High School Music Boosters and Clear Path for Veterans. Authors Kevin Burke and Amanda Tallcot will also conduct a vote on the cover of their coloring book, "Let's Color Auburn's History," and offer coloring activities beginning before the parade. The book has 20 designs highlighting people and places in Auburn.

Amid all the activity at Market Street Park, one staple of the city's Memorial Day celebration will not take place: the Duck Derby.聽

The Auburn Kiwanis Club, which organized the rubber duck race in the Owasco River, has disbanded, the club told 水果派AV. The derby took place for聽31 years, ending in 2019.

The club is trying to recruit other local organizations to take the reins of the derby.

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