Sometimes I sit and blog... and sometimes I just sit. Right now I'm just taking in the world and waiting to see how I might be able to contibute to the cacaphony. Nothing comes to mind except this:
For the past fifteen years or so, Jinni and I have been hosting 150 or so of our very closest friends for a helluva party staring around 3:00 pm on the First Saturday in May and we have no choice but to do it again this year. We quit sending out real invitations some time ago because it was a waste of postage. Folks put our Derby Party on their calendars as faithfully as they plan their Christmas vacations.
This is an open invitation to all who read these letters. Be here or be square... but just let us know you are coming so we can purchase the proper amount of Bourbon for the Mint Julep Fountain. Never had one, you say...? Nectar of the Gods is reserved only for those who seek it. Come one... come all. But especially....
Lex and Billy... pack up the family and come on down. Ed and Lisa and kids... come on down. frograbbitmonkey and Jeff... come on down before Chicago takes you away and I never get to know you. Matt, Capo and Carl A., if politics doesn't have you toooo wrapped up... come on down. It'll be a blog event! N&R folks... Margaret M-B will tell you where we live (108 Cypress Street) but please park near her house as there will be no room close by. Hammer and Co., I will expect another "Rumors" mention as last year, otherwise you must pay for your smoked turkey. Lurkers... identify yourselves and... come on down! Roch - you are expected.
Ground rules: If it is your first Derby you may NOT bring anything... if you beg me, I will allow a bottle of Bourbon (just any ole whisky won't do, Bourbon is specified), otherwise those who have come before you will provide for your needs. Bring cash and a rudimentary knowledge of the colts that are running... I have paramutual wagering set up on the 'puter so this is an illegal event... unless you count the fact that we have donated all profits to charity for several years now. Pre-arrange for a designated driver... Juleps will kick your butt... I have a digital camera if you get out of control.
Just let me know... via comment or email that you will be at the Derby Party. It is more fun than folks are supposed to have.
11:09:54 PM 
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