I went to Hollywood Park the other day to check out some race horses with a friend of mine. I have a special place in my heart for thoroughbred horses as they are so elegant and spectacularly beautiful. We only saw one race, but spent most of the time watching them warm up in the practice track. The good thing about that is, I didn't have to witness them getting beat with a whip as they approach the finish line.
I am fortunate to live close to one of the most beautiful race tracks in the world, Santa Anita Park, where Tobey Maguire filmed Seabiscuit. My ex-husband was a horse racing freak, I have a friend who is a trainer, another who is a Steward, and friends who own horses, so I have spent numerous hours watching races. Why is it that I still choose a horse by its name or the color of the silks? And never win any money?
Oh, I love race horses, too! Great post. I came to your site after seeing your comment on Motherhood Uncensored. I was a little surprised and intrigued because of your phrase "fashion whore." Being cute is fun so I say whoever likes fashion, go for it. Create your own style, love it, own it, and be comfortable! Even if it involves Crocs - they are great for nurses and doctors.
I like your blog, especially the shout out to racehorses. I have always loved the sport. Check out race horse mysteries by Dick Francis. They are great!
Posted by: Ginger | June 14, 2007 at 06:44 AM
my dad + his brothers owned a race horse when we were kids and we spent many vacations at Saratoga Springs, NY and in Kentucky. We all love horses! They are magnificent animals.
Oh, and we love (just a bit) more when they win :) But like you I cringe when then are being whipped etc. Just doesn't seem right.
Posted by: kat | June 16, 2007 at 11:37 AM