Hey Catmobile Kitties!

[dehlers43]

Franklin has been working "My Old Kentucky Home" for weeks. I think I heard him say something about being in the post race parade too.....
Chels is bringing several hats, she just couldn't make up her made on which one to wear...sheesh.....

[momcat]

Just got a text message from Groucho. Sounds like our adventurers have had a busy day so far. They were able to visit with the horses for a while and the horses will give all of them a ride around the track after the race. The PT Kitty Bagpipe Quartet played "Run For the Roses" originally done by Dan Fogelberg to wish them luck then Nelson led some cheerleading. From there, the guy kitties hit the food stands while the lady kitties went to do some shopping. Groucho said Chels came back with a few more hats so all the girls are in the Catmobile trying to help Chels decide which one to wear, she has changed hats about six times already. UtchieB went to place a few bets but he won't say who he's betting on. (he asked me not to tell Auntie Donna he doesn't want to get in trouble). Fortunately everyone is going easy on the mint juleps. Franklin practiced "My Old kentucky Home" on their way down and he did a beautiful job. It came time to find their seats so Groucho said he'll check in later.

[moosmom]

Just got a text from Utchie. He fessed up that he placed a bet. I was a little annoyed that he'd waste MY hard earned money. But then when he told me the horse's name, My Little Nekkid Dancer, and that she came in, I was thrilled. Utchie asked me if he could buy dinner for everyone on the Catmobile and I said, OH WHY NOT???

I didn't have the heart to tell Isis that her furever home fell through. Why ruin her fun.

The bookend babies (Velicat and Lucy) are in seventh heaven, having the etire apartment to themselves.

[momcat]

I'm glad to hear that Utchie isn't in any trouble about the bet. But when I saw the horse's name, it was easy to understand why he did it. Under the circumstances I don't think you'd be upset with him, Donna.

Got a brief call from Groucho. The party lasted into the wee hours but a great time was had by all. Franklin was asked to play during the award ceremony and got a standing ovation for his performance of "My Old Kentucky Home". The 160,000+ attendees loved it so much that nobody sang while he played!

This time the barn cats joined the party and Groucho said they brought some primo - top - of - the - line catnip. The festivities really took off when Nelson started his square dance calling, every horse, barn cat, and Catmobile kitty was up dancing. Sparkler had them in awe of her Scottish dancing moves. Pinot, Cassie, Chels, Groucho, and Franklin had a conference with the barn cats. Plans are being made for the barn cats to join in on a Catmobile trip.

After their naps, UtchieB is treating the crew to dinner. Groucho said they all are very excited that his horse placed but he and his cousin will discuss reporting his winnings to the IRS when they get home. No word on when that might be.

[katladyd]

I used to work on the racetracks out here and have some friends who still work there. I get some tips for big races sometimes and I sent some money with Mac (he's the most level=headed) and had him place some bets on the winner. I hope he gave the other kitties the tip!

[dehlers43]

OMG! Where am I gonna store all those hats? The Princess has more clothing and accessories than I do....sheesh......
And I thought bagpipes took up a lot of room...
I either need to move to a bigger house or remodel this one. I hope Franklin bet big and won big....and didn't spend all the loot on tuna and nip....