Off to the Races!

For several years I've been meaning to get down to the Del Mar Race Track in San Diego County.  Just about everyone I know has gone to the races, and has reported back on how much fun they've had.  For some reason, my plans have never come to fruition.

Because of that, I was absolutely THRILLED to receive an invitation from Del Mar Race Track to come down and join several San Diego Bloggers for a family day at the races. 

My very first trip to the races!

This is a photo I took with my webcam as I was headed out the door:

The laundry basket in the background is a nice touch, don't you think?

I picked up my friend Nike and we began the drive towards Del Mar.  I live about an hour north of San Diego so it was an easy drive.  (Also?  Nike and I can talk for hours and drive time makes for a great chance to get caught up!)

Here's a photo of Nike once we arrived at the track:

I hope each and every one of you is lucky enough to have a friend like Nike during your lifetime.  We've been friends for about 16 years I think and she's the greatest. 

Nike took this photo of me shortly after we arrived:

 

Do you think having my hands on my hips hides their largeness?

No?

The horses were so beautiful.  They took my breath away.

I got to meet a lot of wonderful San Diego bloggers including my long-time Internet buddy, San Diego Momma.

I can't wait to spend more time with her when we go to New York in a week or two.

Oh, and did I mention the actual races?

The races were fun, exciting ... and the horses were majestic.

It was such a fun experience!

I only bet on two races.  During one race I bet on Talktoomuch and won $4.00.  In the next race I bet on Winsome Charm and won around $11.50.  I know nothing about horse racing and I placed my bets based entirely on the horses names.  I was SO excited to win even though it was only a small amount of money.  

All in all, it was really a fun day.

Nike and I drove back to Orange County and then stopped for a margarita and some ceviche for dinner.

Margaritas are their own separate food group, aren't they?

Well, if not, they ought to be.

I had such a good time, I'm really (!) looking forward to going back for another fun day at the race track soon.

© Twenty Four At Heart

Comments

[Deidre]

I adore the hat, and absolutely love the bracelet!

[di]

Love the girliness of these photos, and I think the person leading that horse needs to put hands on the hips to hide their largeness? Ya think?

You look fabulous dahlink!!

[Sandi]

I had no idea we had horse races. I am sitting here in shock and awe. I clearly need to get out more.

[San Diego Momma]

So much fun was had! Very happy to finally meet you and? Nike is awesome.

Also...in a fit of narcissism, I just want to say that my shirt made me look enormous. Like enormously enormous.

But that's not important right now.

Can't wait to hang in NYC!

[missy]

Like you I have never been to Del Mar. It is supposed to be so much fun. Do all the ladies wear hats?

[Jack]

Looks like a lot of fun.

[Anne Gibert]

I think big hats are beautiful.

It sounds like a wonderful day.

[Kelly]

You are BEAUTIFUL! Love the hat, love the big smile on your face. Looks like such a fun day!

[Alexis]

If they're not their own food group they're part of the FRUIT food group because of the limes (or strawberries). So - it's all good.

[Tami]

How fun! Now I need to go!

[DuchessOmnium]

I think you looked fab. Royal Ascott next! I have only been to the races once, and I thought it was great fun.

[Anali]

Congratulations on your win! Looks like a great time! ; )

[Michelle Pixie]

How Fun!! I would love to go to the races! WooHoo for your win! ;-) Oh and you and Nike looked absolutely stunning...loved the hats!

[southernwebgirl]

Suzanne, would you mind letting us (or me, at my e-mail) know where your black dress is from? I've been wanting a longer black dress that isn't too low-cut. Yours looks so comfy. I'll just be sure to wear undies. (;