It was just what we were wanting, a nice easy half. It was a little maintenance move, to let him stretch his legs a little bit. He did it the right way. He finished up well and galloped out good.

We want him to take us on a magic carpet ride. If we get to Kentucky, who knows?

If Lawyer Ron runs his race, then we're all probably running for second. He's been very impressive.

Going a mile, I didn't know if we could handle everything. Our horse wants to run farther.

If the track is muddy, that won't be a problem. I just don't want him out there if there is thunder and lightning.

I don't think we're far behind Lawyer Ron. We lost enough ground in the Rebel on the first turn and were a little wider than him in the second turn to make me think that he wasn't three lengths better than us.