Day at the races

We spent the day at Pimlico and had a fun time, handicapping for fun. Horsemen are terrible bettors. We like pedigrees, so tend to bet on horses bloodlines that we know and love- not always the best way to pick a winner. We decided to try a trifecta for fun in the Oaks, big race at Churchill Downs today. The filly race before the Derby tomorrow. I picked the three favorites "by the book" and "boxed" it so, in any order, we would win. Well, we hit 2 out of three- not bad- no money, but it was an excellent race. Blind Luck, the 6-5 favorite ran a very big race, cruising up the outside to snatch victory by a nostril at the wire. Very dramatic. After a couple Black-Eyed Susan's ( Preakness signature drink) , crab cakes and hot fudge sundaes we were happy campers. Stopped at Carol's farm to say bye and see the new baby once more ( this is our future champion!!). Skipped hubby's lacrosse game because I am too tired and now I am home waiting to hear about his victory?? Good day. Now the Kentucky Derby tomorrow should be interesting. They are expecting 5-8 inches of rain!! That is a lot of mud! I think I will bet on Calvin Borel on Super Saver to do exactly that, save ground on the rail and upset everybody again!!