Aunt June’s Struffoli (Honey Balls)

by Denise // 11 May, 2012 // Comments off

I don’t know what my obsession with balls is lately. First my MIL’s potato balls and now I can’t get my Aunt June’s sticky balls out of my brain. Aunt June would make her famous honey balls for every special... Continue reading →

Leap Into Spring Photo Challenge: Eggs

by Denise // 19 April, 2012 // Comments off

This week’s Leap Into Spring Photo Challenge is Easter/Eggs. Given that Easter was just a few weeks ago and I still haven’t shared those photos, I hopped on it. Like most , our Easter our was full of eggs from decorating... Continue reading →

Hare Racing Experience

by Denise // 12 April, 2012 // Comments off

Among my running friends, I had heard such great things about the Hare Racing Expereince at the University of South Florida (my alma mater) and I was excited to finally be able to participate in the race this year. Especially, since the... Continue reading →

Sunny Spring Break Snapshots

by Denise // 11 April, 2012 // Comments off

And now, as promised, here are a few sunshine and light photos from spring break for the Leap into Spring! Photo Challenge *Sharing my photos at Live and Loud Out Loud.* Denise Mestanza-Taylor+ Continue reading →

The Song of Purple Summer for Purple Day

by Denise // 26 March, 2012 // Comments off

In support of Purple Day (March 26), Kirsten and I have planned another purple picnic for our girls. For the special occasion, I’m busy preparing a purple pasta salad and baking purple cupcakes and any other purple provisions I can... Continue reading →

Spring Sprint 5K

by Denise // 24 March, 2012 // Comments off

“Mom, do you plan to run this race easy or hard?” Allana asked. “I was planning to run with you, so whatever pace you want to do.” “Well, Katie, Jackie and I are going to run easy, so you should... Continue reading →

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