What we have influence over and what we do not is an important skill. – Focus on what we can control and what we cannot. – Keep your eyes and ears open to learn from everything. We need to look for places to constantly improve. – Someone once asked me; “How will you know when […]

I was in for a doctor’s visit a week ago. – I hate going there and would rather cut the grass with a pair of scissors. But, this visit was different. One where I sat back and got to know my doctor much better. Yeah, this one was time well spent. We started the visit […]

Tuesday looks like one of the only days of the week where the gloomy skies will be filled with bright sunshine in the Cincinnati area. But, that’s ok. We’ll make hay while the sun shines and pick a few winners for tomorrow.   Belterra Park   Race#1 – #2 – Company’s Coming = Trainer Larry […]

“Just like fishermen; you can always bet that gamblers will have a say. It’s not about the one you caught, but the one that got away.” – Ed Meyer   Why can’t we recall the day we caught the big score, but can describe in precise detail how we got beat for the big one? […]

The end of the Churchill meet ushers in the end of spring racing and the time of year when the dog days of summer take the game to Ellis Park in Henderson, Ky. – Below are ticket selections for the pick-five and pick-four at Churchill. – The season’s change and the horses move on. It’s […]

Who said there is no such thing as a free lunch? – Here are some selections from around the country, and I’m using them as my “Power Plays” for the weekend. – Best of luck and enjoy this great day of racing!   Belmont   Race#1 = #6 = Ghostmon = Been knocking at the […]

Wipe off your spectacles. Really take time to examine what you’re looking at. Not just a cursory glance, but a deep breath of what you’re reading. – I found a little gem while tossing out a plethora of old books and articles. The things that keep clutter your life and make your workspace difficult to […]

No need for a four-leaf clover or looking for a pretty stone. You don’t have to turn three times and hop on one leg. – We sometimes think it needs a magic trick. You know; When you couldn’t cash a place ticket in a match race? Those days. But not to worry, help is here! […]

                          As we gather and give thanks for the sacrifices of so many that we may enjoy our freedom; reflect on those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. This is a day to gather and celebrate together. So, let’s kick off the day with […]

Everyone loves a winner. Sometimes we have days that you can do nothing wrong, and others you couldn’t hit the side of a barn with a cow. – I know, we’ve all been there both ways. I’ve been using Winning Ponies since 2008, and overall my game has stepped up big time. How you been […]