Hoof prints.
KP, Bake and I wanted to watch the horses being led one-by-one to the starting gate.
Have a good race!
So much of what goes on before and after the short bursts of racing is based on tradition, I mused to my friends as we took in our day at the races.
Watching the lead ponies and riders lead the race thoroughbreds and jockeys toward their moments of action allowed me to reckon why I watch all three Triple Crown races on my big TV at home every year.
They all look significant to me.
I enjoy the pomp, circumstance and stories.
At the track, I settled for pomp and circumstance. Oh, and sought out sights and stories.
Mark Bialczak 
I’ve only seen a few horse races when I was at the track for the concert between races. They were very impressive. So glad you had a fun time! ❤
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Summertime, Rachel!
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So fun! I love horse races! There is so much to read about each horse, jockey and owner. I do love the pomp and circumstance.
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And yelling to back up your two dollars. It’s quite a day for sure, Nance.
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your race track series has inspired me to want to go to a track and watch all of the goings on
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I have a feeling Michigan has a place for you to appreciate the majestic horses, Beth!
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One of the workers here at my new residence had a horse in the Derby this year. Looked good at first but he didn’t have that final push. It was more fun for me to watch a group of Carmelite nuns jumping around and cheering him on though.
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So many different things to watch during a race, you are correct, sis Angie.
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And most of them far away from the track.
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Nice to read there is more to horse racing than the $$$.
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The atmosphere is so much more, for sure, ladysighs.
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