Best Idea EVER

Since I have a lot of unchecked boxes on my "Things to do before I turn 30" list, I decided that now is the time to start checking boxes. One of those things is to go to the Kentucky Derby. I just realized that I'm only about a 10 hour drive from said race.

So, my question is, who is coming with me?!?!?

I'm thinking a really fun girls trip, since Jay has no interest. You can fly into DC and drive out with me, or meet me in Louisville. General admission tickets for just standing are $40. Pretty cheap actually. However, if you don't have anywhere to sit, can you still wear a lovely hat?

I Believe I can Fly

Dear Mom and Dad,

I am less than pleased with the things you have taught me in my short life. Maybe you should help me get a grip on reality instead of letting me believe so many far-fetched ideas. Let me break it down for you...

Reindeer can fly. Harry Potter can fly. And based on Dad's teachings, Carmelo Anthony can fly. Why didn't you tell me that Rudolph doesn't exist, Harry Potter is a mythical wizard with an enchanted broom and Carmelo Anthony has a 41 inch vertical leap, not wings. This knowledge would have helped the other day when I tried to fly out of my crib. Instead of flying as expected, I landed on my forehead, got a really nasty bruise and nearly broke my neck.

I know that you love me, so please help me to learn what I am capable of and not capable of.

Love, Jack

P.S. Mom, thanks for the blankets and pillows you stacked on the floor by my crib just in case I try base jumping next.