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Monday, January 31, 2011

The J&B Met: Larger than Life indeed!

What better way than experiencing my first J&B Met than in VIP style? Saturday afternoon we drove to Kenilworth Race Course for Cape Town's biggest outdoor, and most anticipated, event of the year. This year the theme was larger than life. Large hats, large accessories and large personalities were seen everywhere. Upon arrival, a shuttle takes you to the main gate, which was very convenient. I spent most of my day in our tent, Bedouin 2, drinking Mojitos and Moët or rubbing shoulders with uber hot people! This tent was filled with good genes, couture and botox. I walked around the site once and then I saw it all. Loads of tents, media here and there, a few funny outfits, loads of sand and hardly any celebs. But I still had an amazing time and I think everyone should attend The J&B Met at least once. It's not overrated, but it definitely lives up to the hype. I must admit though, if it wasn't for the tent we sat in (with soft seats, free bar, great food, shade and a great view of the race), I probably would not have enjoyed myself as much. It was a really hot day, so the last thing you want to do, is get drunk in the sun, but that didn't stop the people. It was one huge party!

Anyway, back to the Met. I didn't really watch the race or, actually, didn't really take note of which horse is winning. I only remember number 13 winning a race and that was the one time I told my boyfriend not to bet on 'unlucky 13'. My bad. Here are some pictures of the day.

On the way to the J&B Met and very amped!

Show-offs!

The tent, Bedouin 2, was small, but very exclusive.

Pretty hats were seen everywhere!

My dress, clutch and accessories are all from Forever New.

My hot friends!

Everyone made an effort with their outfits and looked fabulous! I love my Aldo shoes!

Me and the boyfriend!

The boys enjoyed cocktails while waiting for the next race to start.

Around every corner there was entertainment of some sort. This was outside our tent.

Even though there were sand, grass and uneven ground, the majority of girls wore high heels!

Believe it or not, those are two men rocking those dresses!

My friend and I, coincidently, had matching pink clutch bags.

The horses warming up before the big race.

Pretty things and fashionable people spotted in and around our tent.

My sister joined the Met a bit later. Here we're pictured with ANC National Executive Committee Member, Tony Yengeni and his wife, Lunka. Dispite his drunk driving cases or the fraud he commits, he's actually really nice!

Lee-Ann Liebenberg and her fiancé, Nicky van der Walt sat in the same tent as us. Lee-Ann is very very very hot in real life! All attention was shifted to her when she set foot inside the tent! Here she is pictured with my boyfriend.

How hot is Lee-Ann and Nicky? There should be a law against hot couples breeding. Who looks that hot and in shape after having a baby? Ridiculous.

We couldn't resist the treats at the dessert table.

Some time, and a few bottles of champagne, later, we found ourselves partying at the J&B VIP after party.

Another Thunda.com photo I honestly don't remember posing for! My friend sent this to me this morning. Yes, it seems that we have a case of peak-a-boobie! And that is money in my top, not toilet paper.

I really had an amazing time and I will definitely go again next year!
J

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Sunday, January 30, 2011

Posada Won't Take Demotion Standing Up

Jorge Posada, the New York Yankees newly appointed DH has been pretty quiet this off-season regarding his status on the team. The veteran backstop is set to report to spring training in a couple of weeks but won't be leaving his catcher's mitt and chest protector behind. All reports that his days behind the plate are through are premature according to Posada.

"I'll catch. I'll catch. I'll catch this year," the Core Four charter member said. "I'll DH and then they're going to want me to catch one of those days. I'm keeping an open mind. I would love to catch. I'm training like I always do and if I have to catch I'll catch," said Posada.

These were the first words from Posada since it was made public that the Yankee veteran would be replaced by newly acquired Russell Martin, Francisco Cervelli and possibly rookie Jesus Montero. Montero is the stud prospect the Yankees have protected from trade inquiries and is expected to be the full-time catcher of the future.

The 39 year-old Posada is in the final year of his contract and was informed by GM Brian Cashman that he should expect to be used as the regular designated hitter and "emergency catcher."

Posada is coming off an injury-plagued season and he batted .248 with 18 home runs and 57 RBI's. He had surgery on his left knee in November but insists the joint is "one-hundred percent."

It has been a contentious off-season for members of the Yankees Core Four. First, there was the public contract squabble with the face of the Yankees, Derek Jeter. It led to the Yankee captain criticizing Cashman for making the shortstop look like the bad guy. Then last week, Cashman stated that Jeter will probably finish his storied pinstripe career in centerfield. Cashman later recanted those words.

Then there was pitcher Andy Pettitte who was put out to pasture when the Yankees thought they had lassoed Cliff Lee. Now Lee is a Phillie and Pettitte is still unsigned and considering retirement.

Now comes the insensitive handling of the prideful Posada. Cashman has to work on his public relations skills, especially with members of that exclusive club. Of the four popular players, only closer Mariano Rivera went through this winter unscathed.

At first, it seemed like Posada accepted his demotion from behind the plate to just batting from the right side of it like a good soldier, but now it sounds like he won't make the move too quietly.

"I can't complain. I always like to catch. I'm used to catching, but if they want me to DH to help out the team, you have to do that," said Posada.

Posada understands that you can't play forever. "We're getting old, " he confessed. "It's tough, it's a business. But we understand it."

Even if the nagging bumps and bruises from over a decade of errant balls, collisions and crouching won't keep Posada from getting behind home plate, management probably will.

Posada isn't taking the role of designated hitter lightly. He is working with hitting coach Kevin Long for three days this week and said, "I'm coming to spring training as a DH. I don't know if I'm going to catch in spring training. I have no idea, to tell you the truth."

While the new DH works on his hitting, Posada won't be putting his catching gear in storage anytime soon. "I have to keep it broken in, just in case," he said.