Horsing Around

Well this past Sunday sure took an interesting turn. I made a trip up to Virgina for a visit to the Colonial Downs horse track. I've had some luck with horse betting in the past, so I felt good this particular Sunday. A friend of mine got us onto center field to chat with some regulars, then even back to some of the stable areas. I guess it was then I was "spotted" by a local horse owner.

According to him I've got the perfect stature for a jockey. I did some training exercises later that day and seemed to pass the test, it had been a while since I'd been on a horse too. I head up Thursday for 3 days of training before race day on Sunday. I couldn't be more nervous about it though, the horse I'm riding is a young 1 1/2 years old. Her name is Martina McRide, after the country music star I suppose. I'm just hoping to finish a lap while staying on the saddle, but would love a win my first race.

So growing your business as a Realtor is all about exposure in the community. That's why I've decided to start my own cause & event this year. After learning that 3 people were attacked by rabid dogs in my neighborhood alone this year, I'm putting on the 1st annual Run For Rabies. I'm working on the Animal Shelter being a co-sponsor but they are so difficult to hear on the phone, too much background noise.

It will be a 100 yard dash only so won't need a huge commitment from participants. We'll have both cute adorable dogs on hand, as well as those exposed with rabies. A quick tutorial on identifying the symptoms will be held before the race. I really think it's a good theme for an event because it will teach prevention and rabies doesn't have a lot of public exposure right now.

Well the NCAA Final Four upon us and I am still leading all the pools I've entered. With only 1 wrong pick so far in the tournament how could I not be!!!! I didn't even put much thought into my picks so it's pretty crazy, I only wish I had entered more pools. I'm just hope those awesome Tar Heels cut down the nets!

Today is also April Fools so hopefully you didn't take much(any) of this seriously. Be sure to check in next time for some "real" blogging.