Derby On

Saturday May 7, we had a Derby party at Lissa's. When we lived in Indiana, we were lucky enough to go to the Derby. I remember wearing a hat and until I got there, I felt like a total nerd, but then when you walk in to Churchill Downs, a hat is a must. 1/3 of the fun is that fashion of Derby and the hats, 1/3 of the fun is seeing those strong beautiful animals run 40 mph, and the last 1/3 is betting and cheering for a winner. The excitement and energy is huge! That year was Calvin Borel's fist Derby win, so ever since we have been his best fans, well at least in Utah.

 We had a party a few years ago, and again this year, at Lissa's house. We all know by now that Lissa is an amazing host, and that Steve's family likes getting together and can appreciate a good pitch-in. I didn't get many pictures, but it was fun. Steve made Derby pie, that was chocolaty goodness, and we had virgin, strawberry mint juleps that were yummy too. There were games and door prizes to boot. The winner was Animal Kingdom. Too bad Calvin, maybe next year little guy!