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Old 11-14-2007, 09:01 PM
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I grew up just a few miles from Aqueduct, but never went. At that time, you had to be 18. I left NY when I was 18. went to Cal, met a guy who took me to NM. A friend suggested going to SF Downs so a group of us went. I watched a few races. I've always been an animal lover. When I saw a horse that looked great, I thought about making my first bet. I asked a more experienced friend if I should bet the horse to show. He said "If you like a horse, you should bet to win"
So I put $2 to win on this 10/1 shot. I got back $22 & got hooked for life.
I still make those $2 win bets on horses I like the looks of & it's been 30 years.
I love this game & I love the beautiful animals that make it possible.
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Old 11-15-2007, 09:48 AM
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Here you can get real entertainment value for your wager. It's participatory, not passive or quite as impulsive.
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Old 11-15-2007, 05:40 PM
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i'm just a horse nut. gambling is secondary for me.
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Old 11-19-2007, 10:49 AM
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growing up 40 mins outside of Saratoga
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Old 11-20-2007, 10:51 PM
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Ellis Park. Henderson, KY. Beautiful beings (horses). Interesting and diverse individuals. Analytics. Simple yet sophisticated.
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Old 11-21-2007, 06:09 PM
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Ellis Park. Henderson, KY. Beautiful beings (horses). Interesting and diverse individuals. Analytics. Simple yet sophisticated.
well, hey! welcome back!
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