I knew and loved Ted through my kids and now feel a continued connection through Ted's family. As Ted's family knows, I was fortunate enough to attend the Kentucky Derby this year, Ted's birthday. Ted was never far from my mind and I can certainly see why Ted loved the Derby!
Ted's swimteam mates said that Ted's motto was 'leave it all in the pool'. Street Sense, winner of this year's Derby, showed the same spirit. He came from 19th place to win by over two lenghts, an electrifying race over a very talented group of horses. As Street Sense walked back to the barns at the end of the race and the awards, his head hung low and he plodded along. He was one tired horse who had given it his all, who had left it all on the track. I watched as men and women cheered his passing, not speaking a word, tears falling quietly as a real champion passed; tears and clapping from even those who bet against him.
A Derby champion fitting of Ted and all that Ted exemplified. Happy Birthday, Ted! - Lois
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