Gamblers Anonymous?

Last night I had my second opportunity in a week to be a gambler. Do I need to join? I guess not! I passed up the second opportunity. Pat called before leaving for the Kentucky Derby. She has her traditional "derby" hat and hopes to show it off in the winner's circle! We're all excited and pulling for "Sinister Minister", but I couldn't bring myself to lay down money even though he has 12 to 1 odds. (She had asked me if I wanted her to place a bet for me.) It will be jackpot enough for me if he wins and she is able to sell his "aunt" for a really good price so she can pay off some debts and fix up her place. Is it wrong to pray for a horse race?