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The life of a bettor is not for everyone. I should know, my partner is professional handicapper and I often get left with the tedious data entry, shifting through all the workouts, putting in bets and finding ways to make all that work faster. Needless to say, I spend many hours in front of the computer, but not nearly as much as he does.
I was recently reading “Beyer on Speed” and found his opinion of women and horse racing insulting. He was telling a story where he missed a bet on a huge long shot because his date wanted to eat. He goes on to say, he no longer combines the two. Are you kidding me? First of all, I’m sure a simple “in one minute, honey” would have sufficed. Secondly, if you can’t combine your two loves then you’re doing something wrong, not your lady.
There is no thrill greater then when you have money riding on a bet, whether it’s a sunk shout from half court in the last minute of a tied game or two horses duelling for the lead at the wire. Sharing that thrill with the one you love is even greater. Yes, there will be a few menial questions here and there, but most women are new to betting, like you were once. Think of it like your new best friend wants to learn all about betting ;).
I was ignorant once, spending most of my time at the track people watch, gossiping with the rich old ladies and interrupting at all the wrong times. As years past, I started to understand the game, its timing and discovered I have a knack for picking winners based on looks. Now I watch the horse more then my partner does, winning depends on it.
By paying attention, asking menial questions and learning to love the game, I too am passionate about betting. I have my own 2 year old virtual barns and study pedigree dosage. I am no longer in the way, I contribute. If more men took the time to help their partners learn the game, you too could have a winning team J.
 

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Not a lot of LilFilly's like yourself. Most are heavy baggage like Beyer said. I have yet to meet a woman that does not despise gambling.
 

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nice to see you at a couple forums..

do you wager horses every day? live it sounds if you are looking at the horses close..
 

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Haven’t been able to get to the track lately...live to far away but I didn't miss a day before moving. Canadians can watch most tracks online with HPI for free. My partner made it to the NHC's this year, so I do a lot of work for that. I have summers off, so I’m able to help out full-time. I keep a 2YO barn which I bet. I’m mainly a visual handicapper, so if I’m lucky I'll spot a horse to lay some cash on. I leave the daily betting to my partner. I'm learning to cap the form, but theres just so much to learn. Horse racing is morning to night in my house.
 

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are indeed a rare one!! While it's true that most of us (men) don't take the time to show the ropes to our SO. I think most would if the lady in question would show ANY interest. I know I would love it. I did have it ONCE in my life, and it was great. She was a foots junkie, also loved the TWolves. Like a dummy I let her get away. Story of my life.:ohno:
 

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I have a pick for today, race goes off in 25 minute...Its a 2YO running for the second time at Arlington Park.

R1 -#5 Orchestrator

Horse has been working strong since coming from fast key race on April 17th. Dosage profile suggests this horse will like the distance of a mile. Bernstien progeny have shown to really like the polytrack.
 

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Beyer should grow a pair and quit blaming others for his own shortcomings. He could have told his date that he was working and she could have gone to get something herself.
 

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Beyer should grow a pair and quit blaming others for his own shortcomings. He could have told his date that he was working and she could have gone to get something herself.

I have very few positive things to say about Beyer...He writes well
 

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Welcome to the RX. When you have a horse you would like to post, feel free to post in our Horse Racing Forum. Our horse racing members, including myself, are a very close nit group and enjoy and help each other. Would love to see you as a regular member posting in that Forum. Once again, welcome and best of luck to you.
 

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Women and betting...are you kidding me? My old lady wears ME out when we go to Vegas, which is no easy thing to do since I like to play a lot. But she's always trying to squeeze in a few more blackjack hands or roulette spins here and there. I literally have to drag her out the door on the way home sometimes, and her first question when we're barely out of the city limits is "When are we coming back?" I think she already knows more about craps than I do, even though I started playing the game before her. She also loves going to the track.

We'll be in Vegas next weekend for the bash, and she's been counting down the seconds. Just about every day, she'll text me "9 more days to Vegas...8 more days to Vegas...raise your hand if you're excited about Vegas..."
 

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