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YOU DON’T HAVE TO SIT IN MILLIONAIRE’S ROW TO ENJOY THE DERBY S ince moving to Louisville in 2000, I’ve come to look forward to Derby season as much as any other time of the year. From the moment the festivities kick off with Thunder Over Louisville until Derby weekend ends, the city opens its doors to the world. The excitement is palpable all across town, and the pageantry is unlike anything else I’ve ever experienced. Before I had the hometown experience, I didn’t realize how all-encompassing the Derby is. When you watch the race on TV, you get the impression that it’s all about glitz and glamour. There’s certainly plenty of that — and I love a good Derby hat as much as the next girl — but there really is no single way to enjoy the Derby. Millionaire’s Row may be a fixture of TV coverage, but you don’t have to be a millionaire to have a wonderful time during the Derby.
The events leading up to the Derby can be just as thrilling as the run for the roses itself. Whether fireworks are lighting up the sky or giant balloons are racing across it, there’s something incredible to check out every day. Some businesses even shut down for Oaks Day (the day before the Derby), and it seems the race and the events surrounding it are all anyone can talk about. Maybe that’s what I enjoy most of all about the Derby. It creates a sense of collective participation that nothing else, aside from maybe Christmas, can match. There may only be 20 horses in the race, but it feels like the entire community is participating.
The best experience I ever had at the Derby was in 2010. I was dating my husband, Dave, at the time — that probably had something to do with how much fun it was. We bought general admission tickets, nothing fancy or expensive. Simply hanging out by the paddocks and enjoying the atmosphere was a blast. The people watching is top-notch, and everyone is there to have a great time. To be perfectly honest, you don’t even need to step foot on Churchill Downs to enjoy the Derby. Some years, we go to a friend’s house for a Derby party. We each draw a horse’s name out of a cup to make the race a little more interesting and enjoy some Benedictine sandwiches and Derby Pie. Though I don’t drink, many of our friends also enjoy that classic Derby staple, the mint julep. Again, it might not be an oil tycoon’s idea of a great time, but it works just fine for us.
I also appreciate the Derby as a chance to spread Louisville’s reputation as a welcoming city. I’ve spoken to people who are visiting from everywhere you can think of, and they all mention how impressed they are by the city and its residents. As a proud Louisville resident for nearly two decades now, I love hearing people express their admiration for our community. In closing, I want to wish everyone a wonderful Derby this year. See the sights, enjoy the atmosphere, and throw down two bucks on a bet. Just don’t gamble with your legal representation. -Melissa Emery
There may only be
20 horses in the race, but it feels like the entire community is participating.
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ROAD TRIPS DON’T HAVE TO BE PAINFUL
TRY GAMES, AUDIOBOOKS, AND PODCASTS TO PASS THE TIME
person starts by saying, “fortunately,” and mentioning something good about the road trip or the destination. The next person (moving clockwise) then follows by saying something “unfortunate” about the previous person’s statement. Take turns with every passenger in the car. If someone stumbles, they get a strike; three strikes and you’re out. The last passenger standing wins. Play an Audiobook or Podcast We get it. Sometimes passengers don’t want to play games. Occasionally, they’d rather relax or take a nap. However, your listening material doesn’t have to be limited to Dad’s favorite music. Instead, consider listening to a family-friendly audiobook or podcast, which can make the longest and most boring parts of your trip an entertaining or educational experience. Almost any popular book is available in audio form, but it can be hard to find an enjoyable podcast. “Transistor” is a science-focused podcast that explores subjects kids and adults will find fascinating. Or if you’re looking for something fictional, try “Storynory,” in which the narrator tells fairy tales and legends from all over the globe. When you’re stuck in traffic, it’s easy to get distracted. Resist the urge to take out your phone and check your text messages. Keep your eyes on the road at all times, even when traffic is stopped dead. If possible, it’s also a good idea to alter your daily route to avoid Derby traffic altogether. You should never assume that you know what another driver is going to do, but that’s especially true when a huge number of drivers are unfamiliar with the route and roads. Maintain a reasonable distance, affording you time to react to last-second stops and turns. Don’t put yourself in a situation where your safety is at the mercy of another vehicle. Finally — and I can’t stress this enough — don’t get behind the wheel if you had anything to drink. Ride services like Uber and Lyft are great options for those who want to enjoy a few mint juleps before heading home. You could also opt to have a good old-fashioned designated driver. Regardless of the method you prefer, remember that alcohol and driving should never mix. Unfortunately, not all accidents are avoidable. If you are in an accident, get a police report immediately. Then give Emery Law Office a call and ask how we can help you. You can also stop by our office for an insurance document holder that features tips on what to do in the event of an accident. Tips for Navigating High-Traffic Roads
Summer is right around the corner, which means you’ll soon pile the whole family into the car, ready to brave the road for a vacation. Everyone knows that riding in the car for hours can be torture. But with a little creativity, you can turn the worst part of a long trip into a fun event. Pack a Travel Game When the excitement of the family vacation starts to wear off, keep the peace and entertain your kids with a travel game. Many board game manufacturers offer travel-sized versions that are easy to pack and play in the car. Before your next road trip, consider purchasing digital Yahtzee, which packs all the fun of the classic game without the dice, or IQ Fit, a logic game with over 100 challenges. Both games cost around $10 and can provide hours of entertainment. Include the Whole Family Once the travel games no longer pique anyone’s interest, try an activity that can be fun for the whole family: a traditional road trip game. If you have a car full of storytellers, try “Fortunately, Unfortunately.” The rules are simple. The first
DRIVE SAFE DURING DERBY SEASON
The Kentucky Derby draws visitors from all over the world to the Louisville area. The weeks leading up to the big race contain a lot of excitement, but they also create a lot of traffic. With out-of-town drivers all over the roads, it’s very important to practice defensive driving tactics if you want to stay safe during the entire two-week festival. Before you hit the road, you should give yourself some extra time to account for increased traffic. Factoring in this added travel time will keep you from having to hurry to your destination. Attempting to rush through a sea of vehicles is extremely dangerous. Leave the speeding to the horses. The road, after all, is not a racetrack.
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THE GREATEST DERBY PERFORMANCES
LEGENDARY RUNS FOR THE ROSES
The Kentucky Derby is known as “the most exciting two minutes in sports.” The race itself may not last long, but a great Derby performance goes down in history forever. Many legends have been created at Churchill Downs, including these unforgettable moments.
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MINE THAT BIRD’S MIRACULOUS COMEBACK
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As a 50-1 longshot, nobody expected much of Mine That Bird at the 2009 Derby. And for most of the race, the odds looked generous. After a bad start, he was a whopping eight lengths behind every other horse in the field. NBC announcer Tom Durkin didn’t even notice Mine That Bird on the backstretch because the horse was so far behind. All of that changed near the finish line as Mine That Bird exploded past the field, winning by 6 3/4 lengths and completing the second-biggest upset in Derby history. The last filly to win the Derby, Winning Colors, is also one of the very few horses to hold the lead for the entire 10 furlongs. From the moment she left the gate, Winning Colors surged past the field to set the pace and never looked back. It seemed like she would breeze to a victory, but Forty Niner was tough competition on the homestretch. As they reached the line, Winning Colors held off her nearest competitor, winning by a head. Jockey Gary Stevens summed up the performance best. “It’s like a dream,” he said. “She’s incredible. She did it; I didn’t. I was just the passenger.” You can’t talk about Derby legends without mentioning Secretariat, widely regarded as the greatest racehorse of all time. The 1973 Kentucky Derby was his coming-out party. In a stacked field, Secretariat was the co-favorite alongside Angle Light. The race itself was dramatic, with Sham and Shecky Greene battling for the lead. It was not until the final furlong that Secretariat overtook Sham to win the Derby, setting a time record of 1:59.40 that still stands today. He would go on to win the Triple Crown and the hearts of race fans the world over. WINNING COLORS GOES WIRE-TO-WIRE IN 1988 BIG RED’S RECORD RUN
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MY FAVORITE DERBY MEMORIES 1
HOW TO MAKE YOUR ROAD TRIP A BREEZE
LEAVE THE HORSEPOWER AT THE DERBY 2
LEGENDARY DERBY PERFORMANCES
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3 OF THE MOST FORMIDABLE MOMS IN HISTORY 4
MOTHERS SHAPE THE WORLD
3 OF HISTORY’S BRAVEST MOMS
M oms make the world go round. After running the gauntlet of are in turn formidable, kind, powerful, gentle, wise, fierce, patient, supportive, empathetic, driven, and full of love. In honor of Mother’s Day, here are three historic moms who never stopped fighting for what they believed in. childbirth, they raise and guide us throughout our lives, shouldering the tremendous burden and responsibility of motherhood. Mothers
IRENA SENDLER (1910–2008)
When the Nazis invaded Warsaw in September of 1939, Irena Sendler, a 29-year-old social worker and mother of two, hatched a scheme to rescue Jewish children from the brutal ghettos. Along with many friends and colleagues, she smuggled out nearly 2,500 Jewish orphans, hiding infants on trams and garbage wagons and guiding kids through a labyrinth of secret passageways beneath the city. Despite being a wife and the mother of five children — two of whom died tragically young — Emmeline Pankhurst became one of the fiercest advocates for women’s suffrage in the late 19th century. After founding the Women’s Social and Political Union in 1903, she and her cohorts adopted an aggressive strategy to raise awareness for the issue; they began by buttonholing politicians and staging rallies, then EMMELINE PANKHURST (1858–1928)
SOJOURNER TRUTH (1797–1883)
Before she escaped from New York slaveholder John Dumont, Sojourner Truth had at least three of her children sold away from her. When Dumont went back on his promise to emancipate Truth and her infant daughter in 1826, she took the girl and fled to an abolitionist Quaker family, but she was forced to leave her other daughter and her 5-year-old son, Peter, behind. Soon after, she learned that Peter had been illegally sold by Dumont to a slaveholder in Alabama, so she went to court and secured his safe return. It was the first successful case
brought by a black woman against a white man in American history. Truth went on to become a prominent abolitionist and a speaker for women’s rights, delivering her famous impromptu speech, “Ain’t I a Woman?” in May of 1851.
progressed to vandalism, window smashing, and arson. She was instrumental in the movement. Pankhurst lived to see women gain the right to vote in 1928.
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