Horse Racing. A majestic sport. A gentleman's sport. I enjoyed the splendor of the event and the company of good friends. I didn't enjoy the fact that I had to compute an algebraic equation in order to place a bet. I know for those more math literate it would be more statistics...but it took all the fun out it. Box, place, show, exacta.....trifecta...what the? I guess with more racing experience I would understand it and enjoy it.

Maybe it is my upbringing....the being frugal part.....that makes me a horrible gambler. I'd rather by another drink or snack. By the end of the day all I could think about was what I could have bought instead of the worthless tickets that didn't amount to anything but a wing and a prayer. I could have put them to good use like the overweight man in a purple tee I had the privilege of observing. He decided to create art and to entertain the masses. He created confetti and then threw the tiny pieces into the air while shouting expletives for all to see. One of the highlights of the day. People watching was a blast. Next time I'll try a mint julep. Maybe that was what I was missing.