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[Owlunar]

Happy Melbourne Cup Day everyone - 

Years ago I had a European friend who arrived in Australia just in time for the Melbourne Cup and he was amazed that the whole country stopped for a horse race - to him this was strange

However when he got to know our culture better he thought "How wonderful that people could" and I think so too

So - enjoy today - for people in Victoria it's a public holiday - and all over the world there are people who stop to watch and listen to a horse race

I don't gamble but I always have a flutter on the Melbourne Cup - and it's more than just a horse race - it's a huge part of our culture 

So - have the best day possible

Dec

[Owlunar]

They are bringing the horses out now and they are so beautiful - I love them so much

Okay - I am getting ready for the race - this is my big moment for the year

Good luck everyone

Dec

[greenpea]

Thanks @Owlunar what a nice thought! Hoping everyone is having a winning day regardless of what they are doing xx

[TheVorticon]

Thanks @Owlunar@greenpea 🙂 Hope everyone had a good Melbourne Cup Day.

I watched the race while I was at work, but didn't have any money on it.

[greenpea]

@TheVorticon Hi TheVorticon seen you around but haven't spoken until now. Nice to meet you formally at last 

[TheVorticon]

Hey @greenpea, nice to meet you too 🙂