Why My Mission is Basically the Best.

Kentucky: we've all heard of it. Land of horse races, right? Well, be prepared to be amazed, because my mission is so much more than that. 

Warning: Jealous symptoms may arise. To cure these feelings, continue to follow this blog to satisfy your KY cravings or take a trip to Kentucky yourself!

1. Home of KY Fry

Based in Louisville, KFC started with a certain Colonel Harland Sanders who created a list of secret herbs and spices that, when combined, would create a famous recipe for chicken that would eventually take over the world. There are more than 15,000 KFC outlets in 105 countries all over the world, but I have a feeling that KFC is going to taste much better when I am actually in Kentucky.

2. The Hills are Alive

The first thing I hear from people when I say that I am going to Kentucky is, "You're going to love it. It's so green out there." Being from the West originally, green is a big deal. I will make sure to post pictures of these green, rolling hills that make Kentucky famous. 

3. Let's Address the Obvious...

Horses, hats, and money lost all characterize the Kentucky Derby. This is one part of Kentucky that you can't miss. 

4. The Biggest Bat in the World

Being a softball girl myself, I was excited to go to the birthplace of the famous Louisville Slugger. While I never dared to play with a wooden bat myself (call me a weenie, I went with metal), I would not mind taking a visit to the Slugger Museum. 

5. One of the Greatest Love Stories of all Time

If you know me, you should know I love the novel, The Great Gatsby, by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Do you remember that's where Gatsby and Daisy met? Daisy, popular among the military men stationed there at the time, met and fell in love with Gatsby right there in good ol' Louisville. 

And don't get me started on how perfect the casting was for the latest film version. Sigh. 

6. The Rivalry

While I am still prepping myself to speak sports, I can't wait to get out there to see what the rivalry is all about!

7. Good Ol' Southern Hospitality

Feed me, please!

8. Say It Right: The L Word

Who else has to watch a YouTube video to learn how to say the name of their mission correctly? By learning how to combine the right amount of suave and southern twang, one can quickly master the pronunciation of "Louisville". 

Like I said, isn't my mission the best? It's alright, be jealous.