Aaaand They're Off!

Too Rainy for a Hat or Fancy Feathers

This Saturday I went with Jessica to Lingfield. The train ride was only 9 mintues and it brought us right out into the rolling English countryside. It was a misty day and rain would occasionally drizzle from the grey sky. No fancy hat or feathers for me due to the rain. But I didn't mind, it was just fun to be out at the horse races on a warm Saturday afternoon.

I love the horse races. Back home, my family will occasionally go to the races. We have such a blast betting imaginary money or plotting points to see who will win overall at the track. Such a blast! The races are set up differently here. It is quite fancy. Everyone dresses up; some courses have a strict dress code. Lingfield does not have as strict of a dress code; however, it is still very elite. Unless you own horses, are a member, have your own private viewing room, or have booked reservations at the exquisite restaurant overlooking the track, you are outside for the events. On a sunny day, this would have been perfect. Despite, the mist did make for pretty pictures...

Overlooking part of the track. Before one of the races, this helicopter landed in the middle of the field. Some important guy decided to park his helicopter there for the races... :P Really wish I knew who he was!

Getting positioned and placing bets before the race!

And they're off! (cue the racing music)

The horses and jockeys coming to the winner's ring after the race

I just love the horse races! And the English horse races were so fancy, traditional, and quaint. I absolutely loved it! I'll have to back when the sun is shining. In the meantime, the rain is helping spring pop up through the grass...

I hope the spring showers and sunshine and making their way to you!

Warm wishes!