50 Things to Do This Summer {2013}

by Denise // 5 June, 2013 // Comments off

Visit the beach to soak up as much sand and sun as possible and possibly even visit Sanibel again. Return to the TradeWinds. Plan a sunset picnic on the beach. Decorate a frame with seashells. Have an in-home impromptu summer... Continue reading →

Just Let Go This Summer at the TradeWinds Island Resorts

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

*Disclaimer: I received a reduced rate and gifts from TradeWinds Island Resorts for my honest review of our stay there at the TradeWinds Island Grand. The opinions shared are my own.* For Mother’s Day, I longed to escape to 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 →

Sunshine, Lollipops and Rainbows and a Blister in the Sun

by Denise // 28 June, 2010 // Comments off

The family and I had a fabulous time in Treasure Island this past weekend. Although our mini-vacation ended too soon, I am somewhat grateful to have escaped our evening sweet sweat fest. On several evenings while staying in this... Continue reading →

Days of Summer

by Denise // 16 June, 2010 // Comments off

30 Things I Vow to Do This Summer #8 – Get good use out of our Busch Garden passes. Check. View the rest of the items on our list here. Continue reading →

Music Monday: Summertime

by Denise // 14 June, 2010 // Comments off

Even though the official start of summer is still a week away, summer vacation has officially begun here. My babies are home with me once again and I couldn’t be happier. Most moms dread the summer months and fill the... Continue reading →

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