Last weekend we donned our best Black & White attire for Derby Day. We skipped the hustle and bustle of Flemington and instead opted for a day of racing - Marlborough Style. No celebrities or horses were spotted but the atmosphere certainly rivalled that of any Melbourne race meet. Fashions were also a highlight of the day, with everyone in the traditional Derby Day black and white. With all my family up for the weekend - it was sure to be a great day.
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| Team Atkinson |
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| Team Absolon |
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| The Girls |
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| The Boys |
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| The Grandkids |
Form guides were studied, tips were gathered, conditions were considered and bets were placed. Some won, some lost. Whenever I ask Darryn how he went for the day he always replies "I reckon I just about broke even". The kids of course were in their element, although Heidi and Lewis did sleep for a majority of the day! With all four grandparents and an abundance of Aunties and Uncles, Lewis's feet barely hit the floor.
Mama managed to gather the troops for this happy snap - although smiles were apparently a bit tricky to master!
Come days end, winnings were tallied, losses were forgotton and we all went home having enjoyed a wonderful day out filled with country spirit, good friends and happy memories. Very much looking forward to next year!
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