Adios, my ABEO Sandals

What’s black, white and red all over?

My feet painted with tan lines from my favorite flip-flops.

Last spring, The Walking Company sent me a pair of Red Reptile Sunrise ABEO B.IO. System Sandals and I wore them all the time. The sandals complimented my casual Florida style, all my favorite sundresses and oodles of outfits and of course, I received incalculable amounts of compliments every time I stepped out in them.

Since these shoes are specifically designed for plantar fasciitis, I literally lived in these lovely, sunny sandals. I walked everywhere in them, which made my feet very happy and my plantar fasciitis heels never complained.

My ABEO Red Reptile Sunrise Sandals escorted me to numerous parties and we danced the night away on more than one occasion.

I covered countless miles of amusement parks in them.

I explored the streets of New York City in these sandals.

Sadly, a year later, there’s little life left in them now. My once super cushioned sandals now offer little support anymore.

So it seems the sunrise has set on my red reptile ABEO sandals.

We had a good run, my ABEO sandals and me.

Soup du Jour: I’m Gonna Pop Some Tags

soupdujour_blogbutton I love thrift stores. Some of my favorite clothing items were purchased at my local Goodwill and in today’s vlog post, I show you a few of them.

Truthfully, I find some strange pleasure when someone compliments me on my blouse and I tell them I bought it at a thrift store. Their reaction is priceless and almost as rewarding as my $3 blouse.

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Random Thoughts about Sweating Pink, a Cool Point and Track Tuesday

The other day, I received my Sweat Pink shirt from my SPA sisters at Fit Approach. It’s so soft and comfy and fits perfectly. I couldn’t wait to wear it and when I did, lots of people commented on it.

I almost love the shirt as much as my SPA sisters! Between the races, their fitness achievements and healthy lifestyles, these women are so inspiring!

Last week, I mentioned how I bought two pairs of shoes and needed to test them out on the treadmill. Well, the Asics GT-2170 won. I ran one mile in the shoes and they felt great. Then, I tried the Nike shoes and couldn’t even run 30 seconds in them before I felt a weird pain across the toes. So, the Nike were returned to The Running Center.

A while back, in the midst of our Florida summer heat and triathlon season, Trigger Point Performance Therapy sent me a Cool Point, the Original Hand Cooler to test and review.

“Ideal for this summer’s triathlon season, Cool Point from Trigger Point Performance Therapy could become a runner’s best friend.

Triathlons often demand peak performance, pace setting and dealing with fatigue, yet finding a balance between the three is a runner’s biggest challenge. Cool Point utilizes thermoregulation signals sent from the hand to the brain and keeps athletes feeling refreshed and performing at their best. Being durable and reusable, runners or cyclists now have the ability to control their performance and delay fatigue using Cool Point’s Stay Cool Technology. Just freeze the cooling gel and fit to your palm and see how Cool Point can take advantage of the hand being the body’s natural radiator.”

I actually used my Cool Point at the Tarpon Triathlon. With the adjustable Velcro straps, I could fit it perfectly in the palm of my hand.

I’ve also used my Cool Point when I’ve missed my 5:00 a.m. run and found myself running a little later in the morning. By 9:00 a.m., the Florida sun radiates some serious heat, but with the Cool Point, I combated the heat and avoided the fatigue brought on by summer sun. Since the 90 degree temperatures are holding strong here in Florida, I’m still using my Cool Point into October. It’s perfect for those short training runs.

Cool Point, the Original Hand Cooler is available at Trigger Point Performance Therapy for only $19.99.

As for my training runs, I ran 6 miles last Thursday and felt pretty good about my performance at Race for the Cure. It looks like I may actually finish under an hour.

6.2 miles
Time 1:01
Ave Pace 9:52
Max Pace 7:02

On Saturday, Chrissy and I ran 13.1 miles but that was a horrible run and nothing like last week’s 12 miles. It was hot and humid and I just couldn’t shake how tired I felt. Thank goodness, Faith came along to finish the last 5 miles with us.

13.1 miles
Time 2:36
Ave Pace 11:17
Max Pace 7:37

On Sunday, my 7 year old woke up around 7:30 asking to ride her bike. “Can we ride to Publix and get donuts for breakfast?” Sure. Why not? I needed to do a recovery run anyway. So, Emmalynn rode her bike 3.1 miles while I ran beside her. Let’s just say she helped maintain an easy pace for me, but the run was truly a win-win (even though I passed on the donuts). Emmalynn loved riding her bike with mom and I enjoyed my time alone with her. Plus, I’m really enjoying the benefits of recovery runs.

3.1 miles
Time 40:21
Ave Pace 13:28
Max Pace 8:11

Monday I rested, but there was no resting today because it’s Track Tuesday, and boy it was another hot and humid morning. UGH! Once the weather cools, I’d like to up my quarter mile sprints to 6 quarter sprints or half mile sprints, but until then, I’m still struggling with these. It’s obvious that the humidity is dragging me down because I couldn’t finished under 1:54 until the last sprint.

In the last 1 mile lap, a toad or frog or something slimy hit my leg and it ~~totally~~ toad-ally freaked me out. I thought it was the Frogalypse all over again.

1 mile
9:39

Lap 1 – 0.25
Time 1:48
Ave Pace 7:23

Lap 2 – 0.25
Time 1:56
Ave Pace 7:37

Lap 3 – 0.25
Time 1:52
Ave Pace 7:29

Lap 4 – 0.25
Time 1:54
Ave Pace 7:39

1.1 mile
Time 11:06
Ave Pace 10:07

So how did you do this week? Link up and tell me all about it.

To join our Track Tuesday linky party, do your speed work (at least 4 quarter mile sprints) on Tuesday or any day you that works best for you, blog about your times and remember to add our cool Track Tuesday button to your post. Then, link up your post at either Ricole Runs or Run DMT to share Track Tuesday Speed Work Sessions. To show support for our other virtual running partners on the Track Tuesday Team, be sure to visit the other blogs listed in the linky party. Give them a virtual high-five and leave some comment love too.

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Random Thoughts about Fall, Candy Corn, New Kicks and Track Tuesday

Last week, I broke down and bought some candy corn, because honestly, nothing says fall like striped triangle shapes full of corn syrup and Yellow 6. But then, I ate so much of it that I got stomach pains. See, these are the unfortunate happenings of a somewhat health-minded person when she falls off the healthy eating wagon and shovels down copious amounts of candy corn. My body revolts with horrible pains. So, now I must get these candy children-of-the-corn spawn OUT OF MY HOUSE especially before the start of Unprocessed Challenge next week.

Like a loving kiss from Gaia, it felt like fall on Monday, so the kids and I decorated the house for Halloween. When the temperatures drop just a little, it actually feels like a new season and we have more to go on other than a date on the calendar telling us so.

The cooler weather makes me start to crave pumpkin. I’m sure there is a scientific study somewhere that proves cooler weather creates a pumpkin craving and works the salivary glands into overdrive. Starbucks and its pumpkin spice latte are not helping either.

Speaking of pumpkin and the Unprocessed Challenge…out of curiosity…Is canned pumpkin considered processed? If I make anything during the Unprocessed Challenge, would I have to make it from a real pumpkin? For the simple fact that I’m saying “real pumpkin” and “canned pumpkin” means I’ve probably answered my own question. But what if I use organic canned pumpkin? Is that acceptable?

According to the rules of the Unprocessed Challenge,

“Unprocessed food is any food that could be made by a person with reasonable skill in a home kitchen with readily available, whole-food ingredients. It doesn’t mean that you have to be able to make the food — but that the food could be made in a home kitchen by someone who knows what they’re doing. If it needs high-powered, industrial equipment, or could only be made in a laboratory, then it’s out.”

Man, canned pumpkin is out. There’s one way to curb a pumpkin craving.

Last Saturday, my running partners and I did 12 miles and I was so impressed with our time. I even took photos to celebrate our achievement.

12 miles

Time 2:03:54

Ave Pace 10:20

Max Pace 8:12

Although the end results were great, getting there had its challenges. My t-bands and knees started bothering me around mile 10. Then around mile 11, my left heel started to bother me. Actually, I felt a sharp pain which stopped me dead in my tracks. It felt like my plantar fasciitis acting up again which forced me to walk a little bit. Once again, I cursed myself for putting off buying new shoes because it was obvious my heels had enough of those old dogs. Nonetheless, I pushed through the 12 miles and I could still walk at the end.

On Sunday, I did my first ever recovery run. My blogger friend, Jill, mentioned recovery runs over at her blog, Fitness, Health & Happiness. Since I woke up Sunday with sore hamstrings and feeling just generally tight overall, I decided to give a recovery run a try. A nice slow, easy run really did help loosen everything up and I felt great.

3.1 miles

Time32:23

Ave Pace 10:27

Max Pace 7:58

I rested Monday to be ready for my weekly Track Tuesday tricks. I did my usual 4 x 0.25 sprints. I honestly thought the cooler weather would make a little faster, but my legs thought differently.

1 mile
9:47

Lap 1 – 0.25
Time 1:47
Ave Pace 7:06

Lap 2 – 0.25
Time 1:56
Ave Pace 7:37

Lap 3 – 0.25
Time 1:52
Ave Pace 7:27

Lap 4 – 0.25
Time 1:56
Ave Pace 7:37

1.1 mile
Time 11:02
Ave Pace 10:01

With only the last mile lap left to do, my left heel started acting up again. No doubt about it, I need new shoes. With all the issue I’ve had with my feet, plantar fasciitis, bunions and etc., I think I need to revaluate my shoe options.

So, this morning, I visited two different running stores to see what shoes they recommended. Both agree that I’ve moved into the ranks of a wider shoe.

Bill at The Running Center recommended Nike Zoom Structure and Asics GT 2170. He suggested that I test them out a treadmill and bring back the one I didn’t want. So, we’ll see how it goes tomorrow when I test out both shoes on my friend’s treadmill. I plan to run a mile in each shoe on the treadmill and decide which shoe to keep. Stay tuned for a full follow-up report.

With this fabulous return policy, Bill gave me this fabulous hot pink Running Center tech shirt, which will coordinate quite nicely with my Race for the Cure attire.

Along with the shirt, Bill also gave me some great advice for my plantar fasciitis. With the weather cooling down, he suggested I sit in my community pool after a long run. The cold water would simulate an ice bath. Good thinking! Bill also suggested that I run in more than one pair of shoe. He said it was good to change shoes.

After The Running Center, I stopped by Suncoast Running and Tracey fitted me in some other shoes. She observed me running on the treadmill. From the video playback, it was obvious that something is happening with my right foot, but “I really like the look of your left leg,” she said.

Don’t tell anyone. They’ll all want a left leg like mine.

Tracey fitted me in the Brooks Trance 11 and Saucony Omni. Although the new Brooks Trance has changed slightly, I still really like that shoe, however, I do need a wider fit. So, Tracey ordered some shoes for me and I will give those a try when they come in, which I’m so excited to do. With all these shoe trials, I feel like an investigative reporter!

Do you run in more than one pair of shoes? Do use your shoes for different runs, like speedwork, short distances or long distances?

By the way, today is my husband’s birthday and I’m a horrible wife. I forgot to buy him a card and I barely remembered to buy him beer and a cake. Instead, I bought myself some running shoes because after all, that’s where my priorities are.

To join our Track Tuesday linky party, do your speed work (at least 4 quarter mile sprints) on Tuesday or any day you that works best for you, blog about your times and remember to add our cool Track Tuesday button to your post. Then, link up your post at either Ricole Runs or Run DMT to share Track Tuesday Speed Work Sessions. To show support for our other virtual running partners on the Track Tuesday Team, be sure to visit the other blogs listed in the linky party. Give them a virtual high-five and leave some comment love too.

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Run to Remember (9-11 Memorial 5K)

When I heard about a free 5K held on 9-11, I immediately signed up for the race. Although the event was held early Tuesday morning in Spring Hill and would interfere with my family’s morning routine, I really wanted to be part of the memorial race.

The event page announced a start time of 6:30, but that’s when the race formalities and memorial service started. The ROTC presented the flags accompanied by the national anthem sung by the YMCA children’s program director. Then, local figures, the YMCA CEO and the Hernando County Sherriff, offered a few words followed a prayer led by a local minister.

The race director also mentioned the Twin Towers artwork on display had won national recognition for its design.

Around 7:00 a.m. we were told to move the start line and instructed to follow the fast runner with the flag. With a crowd of a few hundred participants, I wanted to be as close to the start as possible and I found a spot behind some young male high school students.

Surprisingly, not many participants wore red, white and blue although many people wore the race shirt from the event. However, I was the only one wearing a tutu and Obama tube socks and since I made such a spectacle of myself, I had to prove I was a real runner.

At the gun, I started my Garmin and followed the flag through the streets of Seven Hills. That is not just a charming neighborhood name. There are actually hills in Seven Hills. Those steep inclines were pretty intense, but I stayed strong. At one point, I even passed the young high school boys.

At the 1.5 mile water station, I took a very brief walking break to drink some water and then I quickly returned to pushing it up those hills. One last large hill before the finish line and I sprinted the last quarter mile. (After all, it was Track Tuesday.) Even with all the hills, this was my fastest 5K post-baby.

Gun Time 28:01

Garmin Time 28:01

Ave Pace 8:58

Max Pace 6:01

Afterwards, we were rewarded with juice and doughnuts for our efforts. Actually, the free continental breakfast after the race was an unbelievable spread of juice, coffee, pastries, bagels, granola bars and fruit. Thank you to the Hernando YMCA, all the volunteers and sponsors who made this wonderful free event possible.

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Random Thoughts about Skipping a Beat, 10 Burpees, Some Shoes and a Few 5Ks

I’ve spent the past two days recovering from Spring Break which has been mostly spent sweeping and tidying away the fallout from Easter and Spring Break. It’s amazing how dirty and unkempt my house looks even though we spent so little time in it over the past week.

I’ve been so busy trying to play catch-up to my housework that I didn’t even blog yesterday for Music Monday. Gasp! I had a post in my head complete with photographs showing all our fun in the sun which I was going to link up at Kristi’s Leap into Spring! Photo Challenge at Live and Love Out Loud. However, time just escaped me while one Little Lion Man wouldn’t leave me side, so I couldn’t swing it. Maybe I’ll work on it for Wordless Wednesday, minus sunny day song.

We’re on day 10 for the 30 Day Burpee Challenge, which means we’ve moved hit double digits. Truth be told, ten burpees about did me in today. I am so out of shape, which why I need to do burpees. It’s a vicious cycle.

Have I ever mentioned that I assist with my kids’ running club after school? Every Tuesday, I run about 3 miles with my stroller and close to 50 kids. Besides spending quality running time with my girls, it’s all part of my evening training plan to help me train for upcoming evening races in warmer weather. And you thought I was trying to be a good mom! Nope. I’m just trying to be a better mother summer runner.

I officially registered for my first summer race: Oldsmar 5K (formerly the Oldsmar Taphouse Run) in June. Even though it’s hotter than hell, this is one of my favorite races. I love the flat course and its beautiful view of the bay. It’s not chipped, but the first 50 finishers get “Das Boot” and since that will never be me holding Das Boot, I’m just going to have fun with it and get my drink on after the race. I get to do my thing, taking photos running happy and snappy as usual and I’ll have a beer or two or three when it’s all finished. Did I mention that there is free beer for all runners at the finish?

My new Brooks Trance 10 running shoes arrived last Thursday afternoon and I unfortunately didn’t have the chance to break them in before the race. In other words, I wore brand-spanking new shoes for a race, which incidentally was 5K trail run. I had no idea it was a trail run! So not only was a panicking about not running for over a week due to plantar fasciitis, I began panicking because I hadn’t trained for a trail. And on top of it all, I worried that I would dirty my pretty new white shoes. Such a girl! I’ll tell you more about the race in another post.

Speaking of shoes, our new pup chewed through my pink Spenco flip-flops. Son of…! They were about a year old anyway and I was long overdue for a new pair as they had lost some of the support in them, but still. UGH! Thank goodness it wasn’t my new Abeo shoes but I’ve been hiding those out of the dog’s reach. Oh well. Now, I have an excuse to buy a new pair. Maybe I’ll go for the pink (honeysuckle) cork shoes?

Before I forget, WordPress is hosting a Automattic Worldwide WP 5k. The WWWP5k is set for Sunday, April 29, but you can do your run/walk anytime from April 23rd-29^th, which means you’ve got a week to fit it in. If you’ve never done a 5K, the WWWP5K is the perfect no-pressure 5K, because like the Automattic gang put it so eloquently, “you can run, walk, or skip the 3.1 miles. It’s up to you. There’s no time limit and there’s just one requirement: that you participate! You can do it inside or outside, on a treadmill or on a track, or even do a swim or a bike ride instead of running/walking – just get moving!”

So, will you join the WWWP5K on April 29? Of course, I’m down with WWWP5K. Yeah you know me. It should be a lot easier than 10 burpees.

*Proudly submitted to Stacy Uncorked, because when I blog about my training, it’s usually pretty random.*

Denise Mestanza-Taylor+

Enjoying a Red Sunrise from The Walking Company

Upon a recent visit to The Walking Company I fell in love with the numerous styles and colors of comfortable shoes. Sure, there were the traditional walking brands, like Clarks, Birkenstock and New Balance, but I was blown away by the variety of stylish sandals. For once a girl can be cute and comfortable at the same time!

With the help of the sales assistance, I had my feet scanned for a proper fit and within seconds, a high tech analysis had measured me as a size 39, also known as an 8 US.

I tried on a few pairs and it was love at first step. I even tweeted about them.

The prices of shoes at The Walking Company compare to your average running shoes, therefore, I experienced no sticker shock. However, I needed new running shoes before fancy, fun sandals and I had to overrule any purchases based upon need vs. want. Like a good consumer, I left the store empty handed, but with very sad feet.

A few hours later, I received an email from The Walking Company stating they would like to send me a pair of ABEO Biomechanical Footwear shoes. I only needed to visit the site and make a selection.

You’re joking? No need to tell me twice. I was on it like a fashionista famished for new shoes.

When I visited the site, I discovered the most amazing thing. The Walking Company sells shoes specific to plantar faciistis. I had died and gone to shoe heaven, because my feet would be walking on clouds this summer.

Much like my experience in the store, there were so many fun styles online. After clicking through the site, I decided upon a fun color for summer: the ABEO Sunrise Red Reptile.

shoe

Now, I could share with you all the high-tech terminology and features of the shoes, but that’s all listed on the website. You only need to know one thing: I love them.

My Red Reptile ABEO Sunrise shoes are so comfortable. I don’t have any heel pain when I wear them. I can walk in them for hours and never feel a twinge of pain from plantar fasciitis. It’s like wearing running shoes, only much more stylish. I can dress them up or down by coordinating the shoes with a sundress or shorts. I can wear them to church, the mall, the park, the beach, an amusement park or restaurant.

Anything goes with a Sunrise (even a glass of red wine and purple toenail polish), but it’s the trendy comfort that makes this so fitting for my active mother runner lifestyle.

*I received these shoes as a gift from The Walking Company and I received no compensation for my review. This review was offered in return for The Walking Company’s generosity.*

Denise Mestanza-Taylor+

Random Thoughts about a Break or Two, Burpees and My New Shoes

My plantar faciitis began bothering me again which I believe to be a result of old shoes. I’ve put a lot a miles on my shoes since November when I bought them. Since my left heal has been giving me trouble, I haven’t ran since last Wednesday and I ordered myself some new lavender Trace 10 running shoes from Brooks.com. They should arrive tomorrow, so hopefully I can get at least one 3 mile run in and break them in before my 5K on Saturday.

The Hare Racing Experience this Saturday is the only race I have one this month. Although I never ran it before, I’ve heard great things about it so I’m excited about it. This race will be even more fun since I’ll be joined by family members running/walking their first race. We’re all participating in this race to benefit epilepsy in honor of my niece, Meghan.

I’ve had some amazing opportunities fall into my lap lately and I’m feeling so blessed for each of them. I’m a grateful for every opportunity and the doors they have opened for me. Thank you.

And speaking of opportunities, did you hear that I was featured on Another Runner Mother? Go read my interview and leave some comment love.

On the subject of things I love…last week I received some new sandals from The Walking Company which my PF feet totally love. My ABEO sandals are so supportive that I don’t feel any heel pain at all. I’m going to do a full review of the shoes, but here’s a sneak peek. I really love them.

My girls are on spring break this week and we have lots of fun planned, however, my husband thought I was planning too much fun and the girls would need a break from their break. So, today we’re having a quiet lie in and we’ll go to our community pool around lunch time. I’m really looking forward to swimming since I haven’t run in almost a week and I have all this energy pent-up inside. I’m going to have to tread water to expend some of it.

Speaking of expending energy, I’m almost finished with my push-up challenge. I finished Week 6/Day 3/Level 1 yesterday, but I still have to complete another exhaustion test tomorrow. I’m really nervous about it, which is so silly because it’s not like I could “fail” the test, but I’m afraid I won’t be anywhere near 100 push-ups. At my last exhaustion test, I did only 50. I’d like to be somewhere between 60-70 push-ups and beyond the half-way point, but we’ll see.

I’m excited about my next challenge for April! This month, we’re ”Springing into April with a 30 Day Burpee challenge“! Yay. *sound of crickets chirping*

Although I received a lot of resistance to this challenge at first, the response has been quite the opposite which is really motivating. Follow #30burpees on Twitter if you need some motivation. People hate burpees but their strong detest for burpees pushed them to be part of the challenge. It’s pretty funny.

Basically, we started with one burpee on Day 1 and we’ll add one burpee each day after that, ending with 30 burpees on Day 30. Simple, right? hee hee Find out more information here and join the linky party while you’re there.

*Proudly submitted to Stacy Uncorked, because when I blog about my training, it’s usually pretty random.*

Denise Mestanza-Taylor+

A {Tutu}rial: How to Make a Tutu and Transform into a Stunner

When I registered for the Disney’s Princess Half Marathon over a year ago, it gave me plenty of time to plan my running attire for the race. Of course, I would dress like one of the Disney Princesses, but as any stylish runner (stunner) would tell you, a tutu skirt or a some kind of sparkle skirt is a must for the Disney’s Princess Half Marathon.

However, it wasn’t until about a week before the race that I actually even thought about making a tutu. I found a how-to on Pinterest but I thought it would be too time consuming and I’m so not crafty. Between making dinner and homework and blogging and Facebooking and tweeting, when would I have time to tie a bunch of tulle? So I put the princess tutu idea on the back burner.

Then, I met my new blogger BFF Ricole Runs through a stumble upon runner reader. Not only is Ricole wickedly funny, but she blogged about running the Princess Half in a tutu. Ricole encouraged me to make one that very night because it was THAT easy. She also warned me that I would totally regret not wearing a tutu if I didn’t do it.

So, I went to JoAnn’s to buy 8 yards of tulle and some elastic (without a 40% off coupon). Of course, at this point, I still didn’t know which Disney Princess I would dress as (Belle or Tianna), so I bought both yellow and green (8 yards of each color). Even without the coupon, the whole lot cost under $20.00.

Funny enough, there was a homemade tutu on a mannequin near the cutting counter. So, I inspected the knots craftsmanship.

I followed Ricole’s step-by-step tutu how-to instructions because her how-to works for grown ups. Since I don’t sew, the scissors I own were quite dull which made it difficult to cut the tulle, but I managed to make the strips I needed even if they were a bit jagged and ratty looking. They would be hiding under poof so it didn’t matter.

Besides realizing a need for sharper scissors, I also learned not to make the knots too tight as it overstretches the elastic.

In about 60 minutes, I had a brand new green tutu. And then I made a yellow tutu. In the end, I decided to be Belle for the Disney’s Princess Half Marathon and wore the yellow tutu.

I saved the green tutu for St. Patrick’s Day.

Ricole was right on all accounts. It was THAT super easy and after seeing all the fun running costumes at the Princess Half, I would have regretted not wearing a tutu.

Ricole was also right about wearing costumes while running to be fun. Tutu skirts are not annoying. They don’t chafe or itch and you won’t even remember you’re wearing it until someone compliments your handiwork.

I need to wear costumes more often. My wheels are spinning. The tutu possibilities are endless. I’m definitely going to make red, white and blue tutu for an Independence Day race. Maybe I’ll use blue tulle with silver stars. But, first I need to buy some sharp scissors.

*This post was inpsired by Mama Kat’s Writer’s Workshop*
“Pinterest Challenge: Find something you’ve pinned, TRY it and share it. Was it worth pinning?”

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Denise Mestanza-Taylor+

Green is the Colour

Green was the colour that I wore from morning to night on St. Patrick’s Day. For the Spring 5K, I ran in my green tutu and a little leprechaun hat to match. It’s important to accessorize.

*Photo provided by Suncoast Running.*

For the nighttime festivities, I wore green hair to coordinate with my green top and eye shadow. The secret is you have to coordinate. Most people don’t coordinate. You got to coordinate.

Honestly, it was fun to make a spectacle of myself and quite easy to be green for a day. Funny though, even after several pints of cider, I didn’t feel at all green the next morning and that’s a good thing.

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