Today is race day for Jo’s Magic. Her first attempt to run for a purse. Her opportunity to do what she was bred to do: compete against other fast horses to determine which runner has the most talent, the best fitness, the biggest heart.

Jo's Magic

Proud owner Scot with his mare, Jo’s Magic, at River Downs in Cincinnati, Ohio.

In fact, this is also my first race as an owner and breeder.  And, frankly, I never would have guessed this is how it would come about

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