Saturday, March 29, 2014

You Win Some and You Lose Some

G'day my friends!

Today was just as good as I imagined. I woke up early and got all dolled up, wore my little red dress, my wedges and black hat and had my study materials readily available on my phone. Leaving at 10:50 the girls and I walked to the train station all dressed up to catch the 11:20 train to Rosehill, where the race was taking place. As I said before today was the 2014 Guineas Day for the BMW Sydney Carnival, the horses were so fast and muscular. Luckily enough, we were able to get a table right in front of the finish line so we watched all the races end. I was pretty lucky today with my betting and managed to win $28 on my first race, lose some money on others but the last race I won another $23! Overall, I only spent $30. I had one of the greatest days today. I got many pictures of the horses and score boards and everything because I knew this was a popular event to attend. Every one was dressed to the T, dressed just like they were going to the Royal Wedding. I need to invest in a fun decorative hat for next time, yes there will be a next time. We were advised by one of the locals that if we wanted to find a nice rich boy we should either go hang out with the members of the race track, who are like 90 years old and in wheelchairs, so we passed on that option, or attend a race event at Randwick. Looks like I know where I'll be going over spring break :) I can't even explain how much fun I had to today and how excited I am to go to Saratoga with my family in the summer! Today was a great day and I got to meet lots of fun people and enjoy the gambling side of my life. I can't wait to finally gamble with people who know what they're doing (Marykate and Uncle Joe) so we can scream and cheer for our horses. Upon arriving to the race track, I was highly confused on how to read the boards and odds because its not the same way USA. Eventually I figured it out but thankfully Uncle Joe sent me the studying material, the racing form guide I was use to. I wish everyone was there to spend time with me and watch me in my element but hopefully we can all enjoy it together soon! Love you!

Oh yeah forgot to mention, we had to chase after a train today. Imagine 5 girls dressed in at least 6 inch heels running after a train holding onto their hats and trying to keep their skirts down. lets just say we weren't that graceful BUT no one wiped out, surprisingly! 

From Down Under
Em 













 

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