Ten Lessons I Learned Running Marathons

by Denise // 20 February, 2025 // Comments off

The other day, my Google photos shared a cherished memory with me: the day I crossed the A1A Marathon finish line on February 15, 2015, my tenth marathon. Ten years ago, I ran my tenth marathon. That season of my... Continue reading →

My Sober Journey: Celebrating One Year Alcohol Free and The Eight Truths I Learned

by Denise // 3 November, 2024 // Comments off

“Why am I doing this?” I pondered over the red wine swirling around in my beloved Haunted Mansion goblet, a treasured souvenir from Magic Kingdom. “Drink up witches” and other punderful Halloween word art plastered my walls as I slowly... Continue reading →

My Menopause Memoir

by Denise // 11 October, 2024 // Comments off

“Hey youuuu!” I would sheepishly greet someone I recognized while their name escaped my brain even though I have known said person for over a decade. It felt like a bizarre game of Password as my brain searched for clues.... Continue reading →

Stranger Sings! The Parody Musical SLAYS

by Denise // 19 April, 2024 // Comments off

Disclaimer: I received two tickets to Strangers Sings! The Parody Musical at the Straz Center for the purpose of this review. All the opinions are my own, but also FRIENDS DON’T LIE! My middle daughter and I are huge fans,... Continue reading →

How to Write a Resume as a Stay-At-Home Mom

by Denise // 14 July, 2023 // Comments off

Being a stay-at-home mom is one of the most demanding and time-consuming responsibilities anyone can take on. While it may seem like these skills do not apply to traditional jobs, it’s important to recognize that you have developed a wide... Continue reading →

Simply The Best: Tina – The Tina Turner Musical at the Straz

by Denise // 3 February, 2023 // Comments off

Disclaimer: I received two tickets to Tina – The Tina Turner Musical through a partnership with the Tampa Bay Bloggers and the Straz Center for the purpose of this review. All the opinions are my own. If you grew up... Continue reading →

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