The Closest I Came To Kentucky Derby

20130504_153540I have always been fascinated with Kentucky Derby, the pageantry, the hats, the attires, the colors, the horses, the jockeys, the purse… so, I let run my fantasy of attending one on TV. So, I watch it religiously but I got one step closer to my dream this past weekend. I was invited to the Women’s Club Garden Party. Huh?! Yes, you heard me right, Garden Party.

20130504_152445I have no idea why I was invited, well my friend did me in as she was just looking for us to have fun because trust me I don’t garden, it has never been my cup of tea. I just don’t see the enjoyment on getting my hands dirty. I am all about indoor decor and nothing with the outside. I leave it to the experts. Yeah, there are the gloves but still, the thought of something crawly surfacing out of nowhere, just makes me quiver. However, those who do enjoy it, find it fascinating and relaxing. Hum, ok!

20130504_153112So, there I was celebrating anything and everything Kentucky Derby minus the horses, the jockeys, off course.

20130504_151607We put on our best hats, decked out in our best dresses, made the tastiest Hors d’œuvre, calories not included, oops discussed off course and there we were, mingling, conversing anything and everything garden. Oh boy! Cheers!

I run with my customary menu I hate lizards story, it suits me and it is true, those creatures of the world just make my skin quiver, took a few pictures and that was the end of it, I supposed.
20130504_150230There were the usual suspects, however, the contest for the best hat, best dresses and more but overall we had a beautiful and joyous Saturday afternoon. Yes that was the closest I came to Kentucky Derby mind you but I am still dreaming. It is on my bucket list. Kentucky, here I come!

It Is Never Too Late!

20130418_100254I see this gentleman everyday while I am out jogging, strolling slowly, unadulterated with ease, one step at a time, always with a smile on his face. If he can do it, gets up in the morning, dresses and puts his best sneakers on, so can you. What is he saying to the  couch potatoes? If you are not exercising, if you have not yet began, get out of your comfort zone and make it a reality, slowly, one step at a time. Exercise does a body, mind and spirit good!

Try to do some physical activity every day or as often as you can but do with determination and love.
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Boston Marathon Explosion

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Photograph: Boston Globe/Boston Globe via Getty Image

What has the world come to? It is disappointing that one is no longer safe to enjoy even the mundane of things, like watching a few athletes reaching their goals, a marathon. You work hard, prepare for so long and when you are expected to achieve that glory, there you have a knucklehead with a different idea. My thoughts and prayers are with all the victims of Boston Marathon and their families. Be safe everyone. Enjoy and live life!

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