Here’s a few quotes from the racing world which caught my attention recently. “Lovely horse, man.” Trainer Steve Asmussen about Oaklawn Park winner Booth “By a world class sire, out of a grade 1 winning Tapit mare, a half-brother to Cody’s Wish, brilliant miler, multiple graded stakes winner, excellent conformation, … Read More

What a word. And what a goal. OK, we haven’t mastered daily here. But here goes. It’s been a few days. Somehow, Friday turned to Saturday which turned to Sunday…and now it’s Tuesday. Snowy morning, but all gone now. The Racing Post hit a few chords this morning. Our friend … Read More

Foxfield has become one of the bright lights in steeplechasing. The venerable meet hit hard times and has bounced back. Thank you to a dedicated team of steeplechase loyalists. With the tough loss of Queen’s Cup this spring, Foxfield stepped up to host the novice stakes, part of a seven-race … Read More

Here goes. Time to get to work. Write every day. Hey, everybody needs a goal. They say we gain one hour of sunlight during February. At least that’s what the Saratoga Stryders informed us this week in their weekly newsletter. I skimmed it and deleted it. But I noted the … Read More

Well, here goes. About to hit the publish button on the brand-new Riverdee Stable Website. I guess, if you’re reading this, it worked. It’s been a long time in coming – and a longer time in editing, creating, designing and dreaming. I know better than making a bunch of promises. … Read More