Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Quote, Unquote: The John R. Braden March Song









The first verse of "The John R. Braden March Song," one of multiple songs dedicated to the illustrious Maine pacer John R. Braden

There’s a song of triumph rising clear with a chorus full and strong,
You can hear it ring to the very skies with an echo loud and long,
There’s a mighty band from "Aroostook land" with heart and hand so true
They are with you to stay and they’re backing you today--
John R. Braden! Aroostook is with you!

IPS 365: Monday, May 11 (Day No. 142)

 

 

 

 

 

 

(This is a day-to-day look at being the founder and managing partner of the Ivory Pine Syndicate, a Maine-based horse racing partnership.)

  • Created and posted race day graphic for Crimson Pine's race
  • Handicapped Crimson Pine's race
  • Handicapped races at Plainridge Park
  • Watched Crimson Pine's race
  • Handicapped and watched races at Plainridge Park

RSC 365: Monday, May 11 (Day No. 344)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(A day-to-day look at being the chairman and a co-owner of the Rosevelt Soccer Club, a soccer club based in Gorham, Maine.)

  • Boosted 2026-2027 Player Evaluations ad
  • Created and scheduled 23U player announcement graphic
  • Uploaded Veo footage
  • Talked with a coach about roster logistics
  • Browsed most recent league results
  • Reviewed 23U apparel order
  • Completed payment for 23U apparel order
  • E-mailed with facilities manager about field logistics
  • Texted with a director about field logistics
  • Updated club website
  • Texted with a sponsor
  • E-mailed state association about roster logistics
  • Talked with club presidents about a variety of topics
  • Texted with a coach about roster logistics

Road to the NHC: Sunday, May 10 (Day No. 51)

                                                  








(This series will feature practice mythical $2 Win and $2 Place wagers each day at Throughbred race tracks.)

Bankroll: $108.82

Win Wagers: N/A

Place Wagers: N/A

Win %: 15% (6/40)

Place %: 40% (16/40)   

Countdown: Tuesday, May 12, 2026