I HAVE BEEN REMISS.

Getting back into the groove....not easy!  It's been about 2 weeks since the track has closed and I have gotten my life back.  It isn't easy though.  When you really enjoy what you are doing every day and it ends.....well, i just need time to reconnect with life. 

As I look back and see the 'end,' I am reminded of the good times and have heart because, hopefully, there will be another season.

So we walk in for the last day.

 

 

And then the Winner's Circle is empty.



 

And the bell won't ring again until July, 2013.

 

 

And the last breakfast is served.

 

But the memories will get the team through the winter and we look forward to another unique experience.  

 

 

 

THANKS NYRA!!

 



WHAT WEATHER?

It is often said that "If you don't like the weather, wait a minute."  The Northeast climate can be volatile and many folks think our weather forecasters don't often get it right.  I happen to differ.  I think they're pretty accurate so I pay close attention and operate accordingly.  Today started out with lots of sun but also a lot of wind.  Then came the warning...

 

So the day goes on with the wind blowing and the leaves swirling around. Then more watches and warnings come across the TV and computer screens.

 

Then it really becomes serious.

 

So, the rains came and they came down hard.  The wind blew the rain horizontally and the trees bent down as if bowing to the rain.  The weather men and women were exactly right.....right down to the timing and severity. 

 

Then they cancelled the tornado warning....thank you very much!

 

 

iNWS Alert

inws.wrh.noaa.gov

Event cancelled. Tornado Watch from 9/8/2012 6:11 PM to 10:00 PM EDT for Montgomery County, Saratoga County, Washington County, Greene County, Fulton County, Dutchess County, Herkimer County, Hamilton County, Albany County, Rensselaer County, Columbia County, Warren County, Schenectady County, Ulster County, Schoharie County.

All information courtesy of Paul Caiano, WNYT Weather forecaster

So, we were spared but many other localities were not so fortunate.  Tornado in Queesn, NY.  Power out in surrounding communities ... and trees down on houses and cars. Clean up will take awhile.  My prayers are for their quick recovery.

Hope the non-believers will listen to the local weather folks now.  They got it right this time and will in the future.


Again, thanks for stopping by.....

 

 

 

 

REALLY? IT'S OVER?

It's September and I have to wonder where August went!  Working 6 days a week doesn't leave much time to do the ordinary things.  So, after tomorrow, life should get back to normal.

But, what happened to summer?  I tried to get in a lot of fun days before July 20th (the day the track opened) and I am pleased to say I did have some success.  One day at the lake, one overnight with family, one evening at the ballet, some walks downtown, a couple of meals out, one goodbye and good luck to a college freshman and some time with the youngest granddaughter.  But, I am still wishing for more time to do so many other things.

So, now it really is over!  After 6 weeks, 40 working days, the 2012 meet at the
Saratoga RaceTrack has ended.  My feet hurt, the backs of my legs have the strangest tan (wearing different shoes, etc.) since I stand for close to 4 hours, midday, with the sun at my back, but it really is an enjoyable time. 

So many people cross our paths at the gate. I am fortunate to watch all the jockeys, owners, trainers and dedicated season ticket owners walk past me each day. They are so friendly and down to earth. 

Every day brings another topic of conversation with my work partner, Ruth.  Usually our comments are about the outfits, etc., but I'd rather not get into some of the other observations!!!

Some highlights...Mariano Rivera joined the crowd. Nice!!

 

Equine artist Sharon Crute and her husband, Michael Bray, are the best of friends.  So nice to be able to help each other...sharing tables, keeping our 'stuff' while we continued to work.  Privileged to know them!

 

Of course, the entire Hospitality Team made it all worthwhile.

 

 

 

So, I have been remiss in completing this post, but I'm trying to get back into my life and catch up on so many things that were left untouched since July 20th.  As things return to normal, I hope to add to this.  I also want to keep current with the happenings of life in my city.

 

Stay tuned!!!