Music Monday: Love Songs

by Denise // 7 February, 2011 // Comments off

It’s February and love is in the air thanks to Hallmark, Hershey’s and florists. Years ago, my husband and I decided to stop spending money on cheesy Valentine’s Day gifts and challenge each other to be more creative and thoughtful... Continue reading →

Magnificent Manhole Covers

by Denise // 2 February, 2011 // Comments off

Allan and I have a rather unusual obsession with manhole covers. Tampa has some unique ones, but St. Petersburg does as well. While strolling along sidewalk with my sister a few weeks ago, I spotted the St. Petersburg sewer system... Continue reading →

Random Thoughts about Celery, New Shoes and Strange Sounds

by Denise // 1 February, 2011 // Comments off

First off, I need to brag. I lost 10.5 pounds since joining the Janathon and Shrinking Jeans: The Power of One! WOOHOO! I dropped a whole dress size and that feels GREAT! But the good news of losing weight was... Continue reading →

Peace, Love and Understanding

by Denise // 31 January, 2011 // Comments off

I hate war, but I respect and admire a soldier’s sacrifice to protect my freedoms. Because I fear guns, I support stricter gun laws, but I also understand the 2nd Amendment will never be abolished. However, in light of... Continue reading →

Greenwise Burgers are THE BOMB!

by Denise // 28 January, 2011 // Comments off

With my decision to lose 40 pound before I turn 40, I’ve decided to incorporate more meatless dishes into our family menu. However, this is no easy task since my oldest daughter is a hardcore carnivore. To keep everyone happy... Continue reading →

Bring on the Beads!

by Denise // 26 January, 2011 // Comments off

Last Saturday, our scurvy crew loaded into The Black Pearl for a voyage to beautiful Bayshore Blvd, Tampa for the Gasparilla Children’s Parade. For Grandma Elizabeth, Papa Rusch, Uncle Erich and Cousin Meghan, this would be their maiden voyage as... Continue reading →

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