And they’re off!


Friday, January 20, 2006 is a very special day.

It’s opening day at Oaklawn Park. And I’ll be there. As I have been for the past 5 years.

I’ve been in Oxford for six years now. Since 2001, I’ve been meeting my girlfriends at the horse races on opening day; then in March we go back again for my birthday.

I love the horse races. The animals are magnificant. Big, breathy beasts straining to finish first. Even the plow horses I wind up betting on half the time, finish with pride. (their jockeys? eh. not so much when they finish last)

Last year, the husband of one of my best girlfriends, rented us a car and driver so that we could all drink as much as we wanted. I asked DeeDee if we got lucky again this year, and she said, “Sadly, no. Not this year.” Well, apparently, Chris changed his mind…and he’s giving me my birthday early!Here’s our picture from last year. Aren’t we babes?

It passed with a B-

I did enjoy it. I laughed out loud a couple of times. It was extremely predictable and yes, there were a few stupid moments, but over all, it was a cute movie. It wasn’t a masterpiece and it wasn’t the best chick-flick in the world…but it was definitely cute.

So, if you want a brainless giggle of a movie, see The Wedding Date.

Next on the list, Must Love Dogs.

It passed with a B-

I did enjoy it. I laughed out loud a couple of times. It was extremely predictable and yes, there were a few stupid moments, but over all, it was a cute movie. It wasn’t a masterpiece and it wasn’t the best chick-flick in the world…but it was definitely cute.

So, if you want a brainless giggle of a movie, see The Wedding Date.

Next on the list, Must Love Dogs.

This is a test

As you know, I worship all things Maria. I do. She’s my CP and one of my dearest friends.

But sometimes, Maria is wrong.

Today, I hope to prove that.

We don’t always see eye to eye when it comes to movies or that whiney Jack from LOST. I keep telling her, when it comes to movies, I’m very easy to please. And I am, for the most part.

Anyway, I rented The Wedding Date today because I know it’s a movie I’ll like. Maria says I’m wrong.

I can’t be wrong. It’s exactly the kinda brainless, fun, predictable, romantic comedy I like.

Right?

It better be. I hate being wrong. LOL

This is a test

As you know, I worship all things Maria. I do. She’s my CP and one of my dearest friends.

But sometimes, Maria is wrong.

Today, I hope to prove that.

We don’t always see eye to eye when it comes to movies or that whiney Jack from LOST. I keep telling her, when it comes to movies, I’m very easy to please. And I am, for the most part.

Anyway, I rented The Wedding Date today because I know it’s a movie I’ll like. Maria says I’m wrong.

I can’t be wrong. It’s exactly the kinda brainless, fun, predictable, romantic comedy I like.

Right?

It better be. I hate being wrong. LOL

Project Sucked-In

It’s a chilly, cloudy Sunday afternoon. I’ve been doing some writing and as always, I have the TV on for background noise. (You would think the kids would provide plenty of ambience for me, huh?) Anyway, Bravo is running a Project Runway marathon and it has completely sucked me in.

I just finished watching the “Lingerie” show. I thought the wrong person was eliminated. I think that Santino dude is a total asshole. He completely sold out his team instead of growing a pair and taking the blame. His team told him he was over-embellishing but he wouldn’t listen. At least Daniel said, “I’m the team lead and I take full responsibility.” Lotta good that did him. B-bye Danny boy.

Now they are designing a dress for Nikki Hilton. There are some gorgeous dresses and some really awful ones, too. I’m curious to see who gets chosen. I love the Jersey dress. It’s beautiful I love the pink swirly dress. (I could NEVER wear it) There is a blue satiny dress that is gorgeous as well.

We’ll see. I hope Santino is gone this time but I think Marla is gone because she all but copied a Chloe dress that Nikki already has.

Anyway. I’m completely hooked. Damn TV

Edited to add: Stupid Santino won the competition. His dress was okay…too top heavy, imo…but it wasn’t ugly. Unfortunately, it seems they think it’s okay to copy another designer in a competition and Marla made it through.

And sadly, Guadalupe was eliminated. (ssshhhhh. don’t tell anyone, but I really liked her dress) *gasp*

Project Sucked-In

It’s a chilly, cloudy Sunday afternoon. I’ve been doing some writing and as always, I have the TV on for background noise. (You would think the kids would provide plenty of ambience for me, huh?) Anyway, Bravo is running a Project Runway marathon and it has completely sucked me in.

I just finished watching the “Lingerie” show. I thought the wrong person was eliminated. I think that Santino dude is a total asshole. He completely sold out his team instead of growing a pair and taking the blame. His team told him he was over-embellishing but he wouldn’t listen. At least Daniel said, “I’m the team lead and I take full responsibility.” Lotta good that did him. B-bye Danny boy.

Now they are designing a dress for Nikki Hilton. There are some gorgeous dresses and some really awful ones, too. I’m curious to see who gets chosen. I love the Jersey dress. It’s beautiful I love the pink swirly dress. (I could NEVER wear it) There is a blue satiny dress that is gorgeous as well.

We’ll see. I hope Santino is gone this time but I think Marla is gone because she all but copied a Chloe dress that Nikki already has.

Anyway. I’m completely hooked. Damn TV

Edited to add: Stupid Santino won the competition. His dress was okay…too top heavy, imo…but it wasn’t ugly. Unfortunately, it seems they think it’s okay to copy another designer in a competition and Marla made it through.

And sadly, Guadalupe was eliminated. (ssshhhhh. don’t tell anyone, but I really liked her dress) *gasp*