Kentucky Derby Trip--Day One

The IEAFCS Kentucky Derby trip was fantastic! Everyone who attended felt that it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

Two car loads of IEAFCS members and friends met in Louisville on the evening of April 30th. After checking in at our hotel, we had to take a photo with their Derby contender. He didn't move very fast, but had managed to get some roses anyway it seems.

Those pictured are Mary Ann Fugate, Norman and Pat Hildebrand, Joy Richey, Martha Speir, Carol Schlitt, Lois Smith, and Sheryl Hodges.

Dinner was in downtown Louisville at the Harvest Restaurant where some individuals arrived in a stretch limo. We were guessing they were wealthy owners?? There we enjoyed a four course meal--which, of course, was very different and tasty. We were told that 80% of their menu items comes from local growers.                                                      

Then it was back to the hotel for a good night's rest in anticipation of a big day on Friday at the track.