Marsala Chicken and Mushroom Casserole

by Denise // 22 February, 2013 // Comments off

During these Friday Food Fights, I’ve expressed my love for casseroles numerous times. They’re simple, quick and easy to throw together and will happily feed the whole family, although Iron Chef Allan is not a fan of casseroles. He claims... Continue reading →

Flashdance: What a Retro Feeling!

by Denise // 22 February, 2013 // Comments off

When you hear the phrase “What a feeling!” do you immediately throw on leg warmers, a ripped up sweatshirt and launch into a leap across the room landing on your knees? That was precisely my reaction and shared by my... Continue reading →

Junior Gasparilla (Raising Runners, Part 4)

by Denise // 20 February, 2013 // Comments off

The pirate races are pillaging through Tampa this week! Last Saturday, we attended the kid’s race and I’ll run the half marathon this Sunday. Aye, it be me favorite time of year, me hearties! Argggg! As for last Saturday’s race,... Continue reading →

Random Thoughts about Combating Fitness, Fat, Fatigue, Some New Shoes and Track Tuesday

by Denise // 19 February, 2013 // Comments off

Even with hubby out of town last week, still I managed to step up my fitness game. My friend, Jackie, teaches body combat and she invited me to try her Friday class. I love kick-boxing and martial arts aerobics so... Continue reading →

Barenaked Ladies at Busch Gardens

by Denise // 18 February, 2013 // Comments off

Hubby and I have been huge Barenaked Ladies fans for years decades. Back in 2004, my sister and I had the opportunity to see them perform live on the Today Show at Rockefeller Plaza. Nine years later (and two more... Continue reading →

Quinoa UnFried Rice

by Denise // 15 February, 2013 // Comments off

Quinoa is one of those super foods that everyone (especially runners) should be eating. These ancient grains are packed with protein and high in iron, magnesium and fiber. But they smell rancid! Much like the Brussels sprout gene, I must... Continue reading →

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