Did You Know...

Tweet - 15 years ago today in 1994, rider Pat Day became the 10th jockey to win 6,000 races? It happened at Oaklawn Park on board Miss Popsnorkle in the first race.

- 35 years ago tomorrow in 1974 (a good year indeed), jockey Chris McCarron rode his first race at Bowie Race Track? He was aboard Most Active, who was not so active that day, finishing last. Interesting that the new Jockeys show on Animal Planet will be rolling out early next month.

- that according to The Samaritans, January is the month where most people suffer the most depression? Here are some of their tips to avoid the January blues:

1 - Don't give yourself a hard time. (Good advice I tend to expect perfection)
2 - Spot the signs of trouble. (Don't chase a losing day on the last race)
3 - Look after yourself. (Squash once a week, Hoops twice a week, no fries or wings since October, check)
4 - It's good to talk. (Just not to yourself)
5 - Ask for help. (Speechless.....Bueller?)



courtesy: dctrcurrty

Off to handicap the Sunshine Million races which are this week's DRF races for the Winter of our Discontent contest. I'm dropping faster than a prom dress and need to pick it up this weekend....