I had never been to a horse race, before I moved to Lexington Kentucky in 1995. I enjoyed it. I also got to know people whose lives are devoted to breeding and training horses. They are incredibly devoted to their work, to the wellbeing of the somewhat fragile animals they raise, for that long shot at success. More money is spent than made in racing.
I remember when this song came out in the early 1980's. The message of taking the chance of a lifetime clicked for me. I have taken a few of those chances, and passed on a couple of them over the years (one passed opportunity leaves me wondering, what if I had?) The message rings true 40 years later.
Are you ready for the next opportunity?
Like they say, "Opportunity knocks once at the door. Temptation leans on the doorbell." I hope I'm ready for whatever opportunities arise. I've made good use of most opportunities I've had, I think.
ReplyDeleteMore temptation might be fun, I hadn't thought about that.
DeleteOpportunity knocks but I was always bad at being too shy to answer the door.
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DeleteSuch a powerful song. I love Hearing Jane Oliver sing it. I went to trotters in Saratoga when I was in college. Enjoyed it. Then Del Mar racetrack every year we lived in San Diego. The only men in a group of amazing women. Had a ball. Always lost.
ReplyDeleteMy advice on betting the horses, is bet the favorite to show.
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