by Ed Meyer 2q161j
I have many friends who work in racing, and most are dear and cherished pals. After the races one evening, I stopped by an old track hangout to have a beer and catchup with some friendly faces. After I finished one brew, I couldn’t believe how much they had changed. Or, maybe it was me… […]
I went to a local casino for dinner and watched my gal at the blackjack table. I enjoy watching for the most part, and on occasion I’ll pull out a $20, and play some video poker. I know about odds, double-downs, and what the percentage of a “bust-card” is for the dealer. But it’s not […]
Mother Nature deals from the bottom of the deck in the winter. Weather can be ugly to say the least, and the people that keep the sport running have some very tough times keeping their horses ready. As I watched the early news weather forecast, it took me back to a time when I owned […]
If you had any doubts on what the year held in store. Rest assured, it’s all good. According to the Chinese Zodiac, this is the year of the horse. Here is an explanation of the symbol, and see if it hits home for you: “Horse: The likeable Horse symbol is firmly in the Yang […]
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As we gather with family and friends and rejoice in the bountiful glory of the season. I find myself looking back with a grateful heart for the blessings that have been bestowed upon my family. If you are reading this, you can add your name to the fortunate list as well. I have had the opportunity to work in the racing industry […]
Once upon a time, race tracks could be found in every state that allowed betting. If you wanted to bet, you had to make your way to the track and watch the ponies. Vegas was yet to be born, and the lottery and casinos were something you read about. Oh, there were plenty of bookies […]
During a recent conversation with a handicapping pal, I found out he was not very happy with racing. Now, before you jump to any conclusions, he is the kind of player you would love to sit next to while gambling, or locking horns in a handicapping contest. It is rare to hear legit concerns from […]
Long ago, race tracks had no public phones. There was no such thing as a cell phone, and only the rich and shameless had the two foot long car phones installed. But I digress. I have heard some tales from the dark side about past posting. This is where you would make a call to your […]
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Somebody left the gate open, and the fans ran out like their tail was on fire. What happened? How could this have happened to us?? We always kept our eye on the gate, and only looked away once. But that one time was a little bigger than we ever could have imagined. It’s a little bit bigger […]
After Breeders’ Cup, there is a shift in the racing world. The winds of spring turn into summer green, and the foliage change that showcases all of natures beauty. The best part about Thoroughbred racing is just when you thought it was over. It circles back for another run. This never ending cycle that has […]
