Thanks for the Articles. Nice reading! Definitely a very big day for The Fog.

Good morning Bobby and everyone! I hope you had another good night, Bobby, and an even better day ahead! :) The best of luck to LITF today, I am so glad that they are trying to save him with the treatments.....will be praying that they work.
Bobby and Lost, you are both in my prayers!

Good morning, Bobby, Alex and all!

Bobby, I hope you had a nice comfy night full of sweet stud muffin dreams, and also hope you get out for a walk and munch on some fresh grass soon.

Alex...any idea when we'll here about the Fog? I know they're way behind my time, but I'd like to have an idea of when news can be expected.

Today we will all be waiting not only for Bobby's report but the test results for LITF. I just remembered that the Fog is out West, so those of us on the East Coast we will need more patience than usual.

Grow hoof grow!
Shrink tumors shrink!

Janice

Yes, it could be the afternoon before we here anything at all. Mabe even evening.

Good morning, Barbaro and all loyal citizens of Barbaro Nation!

I will be praying for good news from the West Coast re: Lost in the Fog. Also hope the weather here in the East will allow our boy an outside stroll.

Not to change the subject, but...

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Anyone trying to keep up with the WEG? The United States has absolutely NO coverage except for this thing called HorseTV (I don't even know if that channel even exists or not). There is a live feed here http://www.aachen2006.de/accom_video_e.htm

Does anyone know if there is a better way to watch it? This feed is terrible.

I love the poem by Gloria! I'm wishing so hard for a better prognosis for the Fog today.

Janice...imagine how much patience I'm going to need! :-/

Lynda...I'm watching it now!! It's been covered quite well over here! :-)

This is an interesting article. I don't know if it's been posted yet.

These are a couple of paragraphs that were interesting.
http://www.thehorse.com/viewarticle.aspx?ID=7522

Forms of cancer found in horses include melanoma, lymphoma, squamous cell carcinoma, granulosa cell tumor, and cancers of the pituitary gland, thyroid gland, gastrointestinal tract, and bone.

Though statistics show more than 80% of gray horses over the age of 15 will develop at least one melanoma in their life, the tumors are usually benign. The most common form of metastasizing tumor is lymphoma. This tumor spreads to various parts of the body, and there are very limited treatment options for this form of cancer, which affects less than 1% of the horse population.

"We do have some chemotherapeutic protocols that are somewhat effective, but usually in veterinary medicine our goal of treatment is to maintain a good quality of life rather than to treat for a cure of the cancer," Davis said. "To clear the cancer completely from the system is difficult."

Because it is rare and horses do not often show symptoms until it is too late, it can be hard to diagnosis cancer in equines at the early stages.

"Most of the time when I diagnose lymphoma in horses, I will have a client that is just completely blown away because they'll say, 'A month ago I went to a horse show, and he performed great,' " Davis said. "There is no chance that horse was normal a month ago, but horses in general are all heart. They do what they know how to do, they do what they think they are supposed to do, and they are a prey species; therefore, it is to their advantage for survival to not let you know that something's wrong."

Jo, When it comes to equestrian sports, I wish I was over where you are!!!! The tv stations coudlnt care less about horse sports. They would rather show darts than dressage or jumping.

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Well, I am hoping mabe I can buy WEG tapes. I would like to find the 1978, 1982, and 1986 WEG. but I doubt I will find them back that far.

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Jo - I'm sure from that side of the Atlantic, you have more patience than the rest of us. Are you 5 hours ahead?

Lynda - have you contacted ESPN and asked why they aren't covering the games? I agree with you that they should.

Janice
PS - Has anyone heard from Cindilou lately?

Lynda...it really surprises me that it's so bad over there for tv coverage of equestrian events! You'd think they could just knock off one of the weather channels! LOL

Maybe we have more sports channels here...unfortunately we still gets darts and other sports that would send me to sleep, but not at the sacrifice of other sports! :-)

I agree the live stream is worse than useless!

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Lynda - Somewhere I found information that NBC (TV network) will have WEG coverage on Sept.24 - 4:30 - 6:00 pm EST.

I agree - when it comes to equestrian coverage, living in the States is the pits! ESPN used to cover Grand Prix show jumping, but even that has vanished.

Janice...yeah, it's 11.10am here.

Janice; ESPN is useless. They barely do a decent job with horse racing. Believe me, if the World Championship of Ping Pong was on, they would prempt horse racing for it.

Jo: Hahaha yea they could! Or at least one of the 50 news-all-day channels LOL.

Marge; Yea, I heard that too. But I am not holding my breath. Usually, when they show Olympic 3 day eventing, they show mostly the cross country and only a little bit of the show jumping. They show very little dressage if they show any at all.

This "HorseTV" is supposed to have rights to the WEG, but from what I am getting off of the Chronicle of the Horse web site, very few cable companies even have that station.

Jo - I have some questions and hope you may have some answers.

Are all European tracks grass? Has anyone compared the breakdown rate on grass against the breakdown rate on dirt? I believe I read somewhere that the grass is a better cushion, in the event of rain, it is far more treacherous. I'm also wondering about the breakdown rate of European racers vs. American racers. There has to be some way to find out if the horrendous breakdown rate in the states is due to track conditions or poor breeding or just running horses that arent' sound.

Have you read anything about these issues over there?

Janice

Good luck to Lost In The Fog. I'm praying for you buddy! Hold your head up! xoxo

Lynda - I have to agree about ESPN. I've noticed that even shows like Wire to Wire are telecast at 2:00 AM. I don't think the cable company determines that schedule, I believe it's the network. With all the channels ESPN has now, you would think there would be room for more horse related events.

Janice

Janice, yes, I really hate that. I wish it was on in the early afternoon here and I would watch it all the time. Yea, its the station, not the cable company when it comes to things like when the shows come on. If stations wonder why more people don't watch horse sports, it is because they either don't get up at 2am to watch Wire to Wire (I used to do that when I lived in CA!!) Or people tune in to watch a race and its preempted, so they shut it off thinking it's not going to be on.

Lynda,
Do you remember a few weeks ago (can't remember which race it was) when golf ran more than an hour and a half late and the race that was supposed to run at 5 came on at around 7? I wonder how many people gave up waiting. I know there were a bunch of us Barbaromaniacs that waited (we were all complaining on this site) but I bet lots of people didn't.

Janice

GOOD MORNING BOBBY AND STAFF I HOPE YOU ALL HAVE A GREAT DAY. I KNOW WHAT I WANT TO BE A VET. WHAT THE STAFF AT NBC DO IS REALLY GREAT. I LOVE BOBBY AND ALL OF YOU. HOPE YOU ALL HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY. BOBBY BE GOOD AND DO EVERYTHING THEY TELL YOU TO. REMEMBER YOU ARE THE MOST BEAUTIFUL AND SMARTEST HORSE EVER.

LOVE, KATHY

I loved the piece from Jeanine, Alex - I miss most of the racing programs other than the triple crown and the Breeders cup, as hubby and I are also golf fanatics, but the article gives all the dates, so I'll know what's coming up and hubby's prett easy to negotiate with for a little horse time :o) - good to see that Barbaro is still doing great - and we've offered prayers for Lost in the Fog - have a great day - it's going to be a beauty by the looks of it when the sun was coming up this AM....watch out for those deer!

Peg

Janice, No, I don't remember that, but if it was a few weeks ago, that's when I was working 12 hour shifts at work, so I was sleeping. That does not suprise me. Did they even say anything during the golf broadcast that the race would be late? How much did they show after the golf was over, I wonder? I know they have cut into the racing, and then when they actually get to it, they don't update anything and they even barely show the end of the race. No interviews, no going over the race, nothing. I have seen that too many times. What is going to happen now that ESPN has the Breeder's Cup? They are liable to preempt that.

Alex - thanks so much for the good report. I laughed so hard reading it. ;>) I guess all of us Barbaromaniacs are so paranoid about Bobby's condition and interpret every single word used to describe it that we have infected you somewhat.

LOL, LOL, LOL

Janice

Wow! A suprise this morning with the early update!!! I guess Dr Richardson is still calling Mr Matz with the updates LOL.

Thank you, Gloria, for the lovely poem about LITF. He's all I will think about today..

Hahaha I think Alex was riding around the track and Michael yelled, "Hey Alex, Barbaro had a comfy night!!!!" Alex probably looked around and thought, "Who the heck just yelled at me?" And then he saw Michael on Messaging.

Good morning Barbaro-

Have another comfortable , healing day...

Alex-thanks for everything!

Everyone:
Remember to contact your congressmen about HR 503!
See the Anti Slaughter Issues folder at

forums.delphiforums.com/timwoolley/messages

Christian

Lynda,

12 hour shifts - yikes! re: the race, if I recall correctly, they did do an abbreviated broadcast. During the golf game they had a trailer across the bottom of the screen from time to time stating that the race would follow. They didn't do it immediately though, and I was surfing all over the place looking for the race. I finally gave up and got on this site and saw that others commented about the race being delayed due to the golf game. So I knew then that it wasn't my cable company goofing up. Recently there was a basketball game but that wasn't a very long delay.

Janice

Janice...all the courses I've seen televised in the UK are grass, and I've been wondering why your main tracks are dirt-track and not grass.

As to your other questions, I've been wondering about the answers myself, especially after reading about deaths at the Cheltenham Gold Cup, and I hate the Grand National because it's pretty certain that a horse will die, although I heard this is the first year they all survived, but I'll have to check up on that. I usually blank out this race every year because it upsets me so much.

Anyway...I found this article which shows there are investigations into fatalities on UK courses at least, but I haven't found out if the statistics have been published yet.

It would be interesting to compare US with UK statsitics, but something that might affect results is that we have steeplechases here and I'm not sure if you do over there. At least I haven't seen any races where your horses jump fences, but I'm pretty new to the racing scene!

Here's the link...but be prepared for a couple of disturbing images.

http://www.animalaid.org.uk/press/0503deat.htm

God Bless Barbaro
God Bless YOU
Please keep all your prayers coming

God Bless Barbaro
God Bless YOU
Please keep all your prayers coming

A nice, early ACN!!
Thank you, Alex! :-)

Sorry did not mean to post twice, I haven't been on lately, so I thought I would just say the usually, just not twice
Have a great day!!

Jo, we don't have too much steeplechasing here, but we do have some. Saratoga will have, like a steeplechase a week, and Colonial Downs has it, as well as Keenland when it is open. There may be a few other tracks, but it's not nearly as prevalent as Europe.

I am not sure about the dirt track thing. I always though turf racing was more elegant. Definitely cleaner LOL.

Good Day, Alex!

Someone's on top of things bright and early at NBC! Wishing you a beautiful morning with your horses..

Thank you Lord for the comfortable night..

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FOB: Did Barbaro ask you about those dobs:
Lawyer Ron, Brother Derek, Showing Up...?

He was practicing his spelling most of yesterday on the board, and he may have been too distracted.

Cheers,
Friar Tuck

So happy you had a good nite my sweet Barbaro.
My prayers are with Foggy today. Just praying all is good for you today in your checkup.

Jo, I have seen that video before. We have groups like that here and you do have to be careful of them. Even though they have good hearts, I think, they would have us put our horses in padded stalls or else let them all be wild. I am afraid that if we did all they wanted us to do we would not be using horses for anything and they would be treated like cows.

Great news Barbaro! ACN!

Barbaro, I hope your day is as wonderful as you are!

Believe in Miracles
Believe in Barbaro

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LitF- praying for tumor shrinkage for you today! Hope that when the doctors take a look, they are shocked that the tumors are well are their way to oblivion!

Kisses to you LitF, chin up!

Great to hear "Bobby" had ACN. We are praying for Fog and his ultrasound today. God bless him. Thanks Alex you go beyond the call of duty for our updates. Have a great day.

Alex: Thanks so much for the early updates! I will keep my comments on the Bernadini/Barbaro comparison to myself this morning. I am entitled to have my own opinions about this one, and I most certainly do!

THANKS ALEX!

Good morning all. Love to Barbaro and Fog. Big day for Fog--prayers are with him.

Lynda, I agree with you...tey're hearts are in the right places but sometimes they can be a little extreme. I've just been to their website through the link at the bottom, but couldn't face watching the video of horse deaths on the track...bad enough when you see something like that by accident.

Still it would be nice to see some statistics from the Jockey Club published, but these things seem to be swept under the carpet, much like over there when a horse breaks down and is vanned off. It's like it never happened.

I do agree with you about grass courses...call me soft but they always seem so much more horse friendly!

Have you done a search on any of our courses?
Check http://www.yorkracecourse.co.uk/ out...it's very close to me and where Enticing ran recently :-)

Jo

thanks so much for that information. I've been wondering if it's just a USA problem but it appears that it's not. I've also wondered if running the other direction (I assume all European tracks run clockwise; ours - counter clockwise) has any effect. I don't know why that would, but just a thought.

I can't stand steeplechase and would never watch it. You almost know that there ARE going to be breakdowns.

I do appreciate the link you provided, and even more so, I really appreciate the warning. Knowing me, I'd better not check it out. I would carry those images to my grave. At the very least, I probably wouldn't be able to sleep right for weeks. I just don't have the strength for that. I'm a real wuss and can't stand to see animals suffer.

Well - I'm hoping and praying as I know many of our fellow Barbaromaniacs are that horse racing on both sides of the Atlantic can be made safer for our equine friends and that care for horse becomes more important than winning. If horse racing is to survive - that is what must happen, IMHO.

Have a great day one and all! I'll check back later for a "Foggy" update.

Janice

Hello Family,
I didn't have a good night last night, but reading all the posts just made tears come to my eyes. I am so proud to be part of this group. Each and every one of you are so special. We all have one common thread...our love for Barbaro and all the other animals that need our prayers. It has been an honor to spend time here. Thank you Alex for bringing us all together.
God speed.

Good morning! Great start to the morning, comfortable night, just praying for Fog's day to be good news, too.
Go Barbaro Go!

Nancy in Va Beach :)

Lynn in Austin,

I just wanted to let you know that I will keep you in my prayers today.

Off to work now-

Janice

Hiya, Bobbey! ACN = always comforting news to receive before I make my over to Little Rhody for work. I hope that NBC has a sunny day today so that you may get outside for a nice graze, sweet prince, and get to see the goat. May your day be a glorious one filled with carrots, studmuffins, & a massage. Do you ever see any pretty fillies in your perambulations around NBC? Hugs, pets, & "scratches" from your pals in CT - Robyn, Brent, & Nikita

GOOD MORNING
THANKS ALEX FOR THE UPDATE ON BARBARO AND THAT HE HAD A GOOD NIGHT. I HOPE WE GET AS GOOD A REORT ON LITF THAT HIS TREATMENTS ARE WORKING.
BETTY

Jo, thanks for the link!! I haven't done too much of a search, but when Gary Stevens went over there to ride, I found a news site from there that gave horse racing updates, so I could keep track of how he was doing. I think Europe does a great job with their horse racing updates. I think part of our problem here is that we are drowning in too much horse racing, and sports in general.

Good Morning Everyone,

ACN, Barbaro, what wonderful words to see. Everyday is a new day and another step closer to the day you will be able to go home. Have a wonderful day with lots of treats, scratchies and and a trip outside if the weather permits.

Foggy, we will all be sending love, positive energy and prayers you way to day, I just know that we are going to hear a positive report today as a result of the sonogram.

Thanks as always, Alex, for the early report, you are the best! Please let Michael know that we admire and care for him. He is a true gentleman and a wonderful trainer.

"As you slide down the banister of life,
May the splinters never point in the wrong direction." (author unknown)

Sharri

Janice...as Lynda pointed out this is quite an extreme group, but nevertheless the problem is here as well. I'm not sure if it's as bad as in the US, but it would be interesting to compare statistics and see.

I have a problem with steeplechasing too. It's nice to see these beautiful animals when they fly, but not fall! I prefer show-jumping...don't know, but the horses just seem to be more in control, and sturdier!

Thank You Alex and Michael

So Hope Barbaro gets to graze today

Will be so anxious to hear about LITF

Have a good day all

Thank you Janice in Florida!

Good morning, all!

Alex, so glad for the ACN report! I can just imagine you "ambushing" Michael Matz, saying, "did I hear you right??? I have a whole site full of Barbaromaniacs who analyze every word I say, so I've got to get it right!" LOL

Lovely poem, Gloria. Prayers for good test results for The Fog today, and some outdoor grazing for our Bobby.

Very nice that Barbaro had a good evening. Wheww....!!!

Let's keep the good news flowing! Lost in the Fog we are all on pins and needles, waiting to hear good news from your camp. We love you, buddy and Barbaro sends you his good wishes.

All of the three year old horses are the best and are champions! We love all of you!

Daphne and Pee

Gloria: Your poem is beautiful - so heartfelt and well-stated for all of us on pins and needles for Foggy.

Let's all pray fervently for Lost in the Fog today and hope for only positive news.

Keep on getting better, Barbaro. You amaze me every day.

Alex: Thanks as ever. What would we do without you?

I BELIEVE!!

Hay, Barbaro ,(I knew that hay thing would get your attention since you're so busy being pampered)have your best day yet. May the Lord continue to shine His healing light on you today.

To Lost in the Fog, I will being saying prayers all day and hoping that your test shows the tumors have shrunk. Stay strong and happy so you can fight the good fight.

Alex, as always THANK YOU.

Yeahhhh!!!!!

ACN that's what WE ALL NEEDED TO HEAR!

Alex so glad you MADE SURE that was indeed what MM said - you didn't want this board up in arms for a second day, huh? You done good!!!

Mercy

Jo, I think jumpers may be sturdier, at least the ones who are warmbloods. they have thicker legs. I like steeplechasing, but it seems like the races with many horses are very bad. I saw some crazy steeplechase that was in Checkoslavakia (I KNOW I spelled that wrong LOL), I think it was an extreme race or something and it was horrible. Horses falling everywhere, inside ditches, in deep water, etc. The race must have been 6 or 7 miles and I dont hink more than a few horses finished. At least 20 had started. It was just plain stupid in my view.

Still lighting candles for Bobby, Foggy and Mike.

Thanks to Alex & Tim for the site and updates.

Please spread the word about the slaughter and track safety petitions.

Lynda...that sounds even worse than the Grand National! I was reading somewhere about a race called the suicide run, and it sounds horrific...maybe even worse than what you saw in Czechoslovakia!

Just seen a report on our racing channel about Dunstall Park, Wolverhampton. It has a polytrack!

Lynda P,

If you love SteepleChase, then you need to visit Fair Hill in May and in Sept. After you stop by Tim Woolleys and say hi to Alex you can head to the grandstands for a nice day of racing. Here is a link for you and all.

http://www.fairhillraces.org/Races.htm

Cheers

Jazz

Hi All,

If you get a chance take a look at sweet Isabella-A Katrina dog found 1 year later. She has very soulful eyes and I am sure she could use some positive thought from such a great group of caring people.

http://newsday.typepad.com/news_local_flaim/

Posted by: Trish at August 31, 2006 02:10 AM

PS I am not sure how to get a group candle for her. Can someone help me out with that

Thanks!

I found a new video by Aneetben. The first part is the same, but she updated it. It's really pretty good!!!

http://www.dailymotion.com/visited/search/Barbaro/video/xbesz_barbaro

'morning y'all~

thanks, Alex, for the good news!
thoguhts with Fog this morning for his 'big day'.

Good morning Barbaro and everyone.

ACN,good news for all of us.

Barbaro, keep up the good work,happy to here the good news that you had ACN.
Prayers and love go out to you and your great team of Doctors. Have a restful day and stay happy.

Lost in the Fog, may God place his healing hands on you. Prayers and love are coming your way.

Everyone have a nice day, and all of you in PA. becareful, the storms are coming our way over the weekend, starting on Friday.

Alex, thank you for the wonderful update this morning.

BELIEVE IN MIRACLES
BELIEVE IN BARBARO

Carol

Jazz, I need to be LIVING at Fair Hill LOL!!! Nice web site!!!

Jo, it IS worse than the Grand National. I saw it on a feed on my parents 15 foot dish. It's the only time I saw that race. Mabe they canceled it (I hope). Things like that are just plain dumb.

Alex Thanks for the update!!

Gloria I enjoyed your beautiful poem, thank you!

LITF, I'm praying for good news today. I really hope we can get some info about Fog as soon as possible today. I'll be worried until I know the results of the tests!

cindy a

Gloria, thank you for sharing your poem, it truly is lovely.

Good Morning everyone:

Glad to hear Barbaro had ACN and looking forward to when they remove his cast. No more anesthetic for Barbaro.

Hoping everything turns out positive for LITF.

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We just saw that "Glenn Ford passed away." Sorry to see that.

Here in the UAE we do get to see English Horseracing and Equestrian Competitions, but not the horse races in the United States.

Isn't it true that, "You don't realize what you have until you lose it" and "You always want what you can't have."

So, my question is which woud you prefer?

Socorro, well, we used to have showjumping coverage here quite a bit, and then it was taken away. I used to watch it every weekend inbetween the horse races. Now I have to hope OLN shows a jumping competition mabe twice a year or something and the horse racing coverage, even though it seems to be more of it, it still get preempted. So, I think we are missing what we used to have. I dont think it was ever, " We don't realize what we have until we loose it". We (or at least I) knew what we had and then we lost it.

Morning, All.

I've been out of the loop lately. I work full-time & go to school at night, so I'm not able to read all the comments. Is there any news on the bracelets by Lisa & Skyler? I desperately want theirs & no other. If anyone has information about them, my email is tkstrawther@cox.net. Thanks so much.

Teresa

Sweet Barbaro, have a healing day. Do what everyone is praying for and heal. That is the job at hand.

I pray that the news is good for LITF.

Thank you Alex for double checking that you heard the ACN right. You know us all too well!

Bless all those who take such special care of this magnificent creatures and who truly care about their quality of life.

Mike and family, I hope today is a good day for all of you.

rosemary

DEAR ALEX,

DELICATE STORIES, LOVELY POSTS,THANK YOU.
AHERE TOO, IN GENTLENESS--DELICATE WIND BLOWS THROUGH MY WINDOWS..AND I SEE LOST IN THE FOG RUNNING IN THE CALIFORNIA .MISTS OF MORNING DEW AROUND HIM AND HIS RIDER.
MAY HE ENJOY HIS FRIENDS..AND HANG OUT..WITH NO WORRIES..

I CARRY HIS ENERGY OF FIGHT AND CURIOSITY..,MAYBE LOUNGING AT THE TRACK....WATCHING THE COMMOTION RUSH BY. while.CHOMPING ON A GOODY..
BLESS MR ALOE, AND GILCHRIST--
ALL IMAGES OF PLEASURE FOR HIM.TODAY..
AND DEAR BELOVED BARBARO,
YOU THE CHAMPION WARRIOR..,el;egant, STILL AND VIBRANT ..AWARE OF EVERYTHING AROUND YOU.
.MAY YOUR DAY BE FULL OF LITTLE PLEASURES YOU HAVE DEVELOPED DESPITE THE GREAT CHALLENMGES..YOU FACE DAILY.-MAY YOU GET OUT TO GRAZE..PLEASE GIVE US THE RAIN..here...
BLESS EVERYONE CARING AND LOVING YOU..
MAY ALL THE HORSES RUNNING THIS WEEK END FLY SAFELY AND IN GOOD FUN..
IN THE LIGHT AND IN THE DARK .
YOUR FRIEND,
Martita

Morning Sweetpea! ACN, is all I need to hear. Have a good day, and maybe some grazing in store?

Everyone, you all have a good day!

Ro & Brady

Good morning Barbaro!

It's nice to hear that you had a comfortable night! My day goes so much better when I know your comfortable.
Today is a big day for your friend, Lost in the Fog. Hope and pray with all your heart Barbaro that he receives the news he needs to hear. I have, and will be hoping and praying too.
Have a great day Barbaro. I will check in throughout the day for any updates on both you and Lost in the Fog (and any other interesting articles and such that Alex wants to share with us!)
I love you Honey. XXOO

Lynda...I agree with you...dumb and cruel!

There's live racing tonight from the polytrack at Wolverhampton, so I have to watch! I've never seen horses run on this surface before!

This report just came in about Bluegrass Cat...
(sorry if it's already been posted)

Bluegrass Cat finds home at stud farm
Despite broken leg, horse arrives safely in Kentucky

His racing career over, Bluegrass Cat began phase two of life Tuesday when he arrived at WinStar Farm in Versailles, Ky.

Bluegrass Cat, who broke his right hind leg when finishing second in the Travers Stakes here on Saturday, arrived at WinStar Tuesday.

"He arrived safely there," trainer Todd Pletcher said at his barn at the Oklahoma Training Track Wednesday. "We loaded him on the van here and he was capable of walking on by himself. It went as good as we could have hoped for."

Bluegrass Cat vanned to Albany where he boarded a plane and flew to Lexington. Pletcher said he is not sure what will happen now but he said WinStar, which owns the colt, was leaning toward not performing surgery on the leg.

Bluegrass Cat will begin his stud career at WinStar next season.

Jo, I haven't seen racing on it either, but I think Keenland has it or something. Let us know how it goes.

Thanks Alex for the ACN report on our special boy Barbaro!

Prayers for LITF for a positive update today.

God's blessings on Mike Rea that he would continue to have better days.

Have a great day Bobbyheads!

Believe in the miracle of Barbaro!

Barbaro, I'm so glad you had ACN! Keep it up!

Alex, thanks as always for the updates. I'd go crazy if it weren't for you!

Anna - what a beautiful drawing of LITF! Your talent goes beyond words. If you haven't seen it, go to updates 60 and click on Alex's link.

Gloria, very beautiful poem. It says a lot of what I feel - thank you for sharing it!

Have a great day everyone!

Linda R

QUESTION:

Will Bluegrass Cat be alright without the surgery?

If he goes to stud, will he be okay without the surgery?

Hopefully he will not be shipped out of the United States.

Hopefully, the owner of BGC is making his decision in the best interest of BGC and not because of money issues.

hank you Jo (UK) for sharing that information.

Morning, cutie pie! Thank you, Lord for ACN! You have a good day, Barbaro, mooch some treats, take a few nips and hopefully the weather will cooperate so you can go out. Weather is great here, not sure if you've gotten the nice weather out East yet...Definitely feels like fall this morning..Dr. R will be back soon, buddy..

God bless Barbaro, keep him strong, make him stronger.

God bless Foggy...said extra prayers for you this morning, will keep praying till we hear how things went..hang in there big guy.

Have a great day everyone!

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Lynda - enlightening article. Animals will go to the ends of the earth not to show they are in pain.

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Gloria lovely poem about a courageous horse.

LITF I am thinking and hoping for a positive result from your scan.

Good morning Big Guy - so glad that last night went well and today goes better. Hope you can get outside to graze.

Will check in later.

Love ya,
Edie

Hi, Socorro:

I know it seems strange not to do surgery on BC, but we have a retired race horse at our barn who had the same injury when she retired. She healed up on her own with no surgery...Gaits aren't always smooth, but she's a happy, pampered mare! Still pretty spunky, too!

Good morning Barbaro! I can now start my day and concentrate on my work knowing you've have a good night. Enjoy your time outside today and I will check on you tonight! I am praying for continued healing and thanking the Lord for the healing that's taken place.

I am praying for you Lost In The Fog. I will anxiously await what I pray will be good news! God bless you and your connections!

Have a good day everyone!

Susan A
Tampa

I'll be anxiously awaiting for news on the Fog. My stomach is in my throat. But I am so happy to hear ACN for Barbaro! Positive thoughts, positive thoughts, positive thoughts! As for BGC, same questions as above. It sounded like he has a fairly serious leg injury if they were concerned about him walking out on his own. Will not treating this injury create permanent lameness?

Good morning Barbaro and fellow Barbaromaniacs. So glad to hear ACN once again. I am really enjoying the articles about the strong 3 year olds we have. Most of them have been written well and speak highly of our Bobby. Of course, like DebG, I have my own opinions. I had to watch Barbaro's Kentucky Derby again after reading the articles and it's just SOOOO impressive. If you haven't watched it in a while, you must do so.

Good luck today LITF. We are all here for you.

Ashley

Alex, thank you for the early update! My boss will be thrilled I can actually get something accomplished today. It's wonderful to hear that Barbaro had "another comfortable night".

Foggy, everyone has you in their thoughts today as you go for your ultrasound. Hope you get nothing but good news! We'll be waiting.

As for Alex's comment yesterday regarding roving reporting, my son offered to drag me around in his farrier truck...but I don't think an "in depth look at horses hooves" is exactly what he had in mind.

Have a great day everyone

Socorro...you're welcome :-)
And don't worry...I'm sure they know what's best for Bluegrass Cat, and they want him to heal as quickly as possible if he's going to be in business next season!

Lynda...I'll keep you posted! Races start at 6pm tonight our time :-)

Just got this report through. Don't know if anybody else has seen it...it's a new one for me.

Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro feasts on fresh handpicked grass everyday while he recovers at Penn’s large animal hospital, but whether the recuperation time will lead to a full recovery remains unclear.

Barbaro — a colt who fractured his leg severely during the Preakness in May — has been kept under close watch by animal surgeon Dean Richardson, who performed the surgery immediately after Barbaro’s injury.

According to the latest update, Barbaro remains in stable condition after a summer of physical ups and downs at the New Bolton Center, located outside of Philadelphia. He had the cast on his hind leg changed Sunday.

“He has made improvements in certain areas, but there are still other issues with this recovery,” said Penn School of Veterinary Medicine spokeswoman Gail Luciani.

These “other issues” do indicate the end of his career, however, owner and Penn grad Roy Jackson said.

“He seems to be all right, healing slowly, but he will never race again,” he said.

Both Roy and his wife Gretchen visit Barbaro every day to check up on his condition and supply him with only the best in hay and grass.

Since Barbaro was admitted to New Bolton Center, he has garnered much national exposure and publicity. Richardson appeared on The Early Show and Good Morning America to discuss Barbaro’s status. In addition, an anonymous donation established the Barbaro Fund, which raises money to support the New Bolton Center’s needs.

Barbaro’s condition will likely remain unpredictable.

“Nobody knows how he’s going to turn out,” Jackson said. “We wait day to day.”

Barbaro, you gorgeous guy, so glad to read those three little letters "A C N" this morning. Now I can breathe much easier and begin to look forward to my day. Hang in there, Champ, we're always with you.

I believe in you, Barbaro. You are my miracle.

Love, MA

Good Morning All! Bobby, you are doing GREAT! Love You Big Boy!!I hope you eat lots of carrots today and have fun with Michael!XXXOOO

LITF- praying for your comfort and recovery! Peace for your people! And especially a positive report from your doctors today! Enjoy your carrots and apples!

HERE IS A GREAT STORY!!!!!

(an e-mail I received and very appropriate for this site!I Love it and hope you all do too!!!)

Just up the road from my friend's home is a field with two horses in it. From a distance, each looks like every other horse. But if a person stops and watches the horses, he or she will notice something quite amazing. One horse is blind. His human caregiver has chosen NOT to have him put down,but has made a good home for him.
Listening, one will hear the sound of a bell that comes from the smaller horse in the field. A small bell is attached to her bridle. It lets her blind friend know where she is, so he can follow her. Upon observation, one sees how she is always checking on him, and that he will listen for her bell and then slowly walk to where she is,trusting that she will not lead him astray.

Like the human caregivers of these two horses, GOD does not throw us away just because we are not perfect or because we have problems or challenges. He watches over us and even brings others into our lives to help us when we are in need.Sometimes we are the blind horse being guided by God and those whom he places in our lives. At other times, we are the guide horse, helping others see God.

Good friends are like stars. You don't always see them, but you know they are always there.

Tim Woolley Racing website is a blessing for all of us!! Thank You Alex!!

Love to you all, Betsy in FL.

Sweet Barbaro, ACN!!! Great way to start the day, Thank You, Alex.

Good morning Family and Posse! Just checking in and glad to see the early update.

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Michele, no, looking at an unshod horses hoof is not pretty, LOL.
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For a smile.
I don't know how many know of these (been trying to get one for two years, but keep missing the auction) go to WWW.ReRun.org (thoroughbred adoption) and click on MoneighsTM on the right and check out the artwork by Smarty and other greats.
I know the Smarty one sold for a few thousand, I wonder what a Barbaro one would go for?
They show more talent painting with their hooves, noses and tails than a lot of "art" I have seen at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Love to Family and Posse,
Susan
Believe in Miracles...Believe in Barbaro

Thank you God for Bobby's right and perfect healing, and for his complete recovery. Thank you God that miracle follows miracle, and wonders never cease.

Magnificent Steed! Another day closer.

The Light of God surrounds you
The Love of God enfolds you
The Power of God Protects you
The Presence of God watches over you
Wherever you are Bobby, God IS.

The article that Jo posted sounds weird...or is it just me.

Great article on Barbaro and Bernardini. I'm betting the Blood Horse writer who talked to Trombetta was Steve Haskin.

Waiting for news on The Fog, and glad Bobby had a comfortable night. Don't scare us like that again, Bobby!

Thank you God for Bobby's right and perfect healing, and for his complete recovery. Thank you God that miracle follows miracle, and wonders never cease.

Magnificent Steed! Another day closer.

The Light of God surrounds you
The Love of God enfolds you
The Power of God Protects you
The Presence of God watches over you
Wherever you are Bobby, God IS.

Love, Light and Protection for Bobby

Good morning to you, O Prince of Light, Fleet of Foot and Bright of Eye, from the West Coast fleet in Foggy land. May you have a peaceful day while we struggle and fidget, hoping and praying for your brother today.

A reminder to any who wish to email best wishes to Lost in the Fog, Greg Gilchrist and Harry Aleo, you may send by simply using this address in your TO: line -

questions@goldengatefields.com

and you all know the SUBJECT...

It may have been mentioned earlier, but just in case - there is a wonderful post in the discussion forum by VanDamme1 yesterday, 8/30, at 6:12 pm under the folder, FLORIST UPDATE FOR FOGGY. She gives background on the florist family (Ana's) and the research so far on what the Fog likes (NO pears!!! and all ORGANIC to fight the cancer, of course!). It may be while before they're up to KF speed, but then they don't have the incredibly appreciative NBC staff waiting at the door with eager anticipation!

KF - congratulations on your ever expanding roles at NBC... you deserve it. Thank you for setting such a terrific example of service above and beyond, all heart. Love you all.

Off to the coal mines...he he. At least it may help keep my mind off. Not that it already isn't.

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Sarah

I thought that article sounded weird also...a little unnerving is the best way for me to describe it.

Jo - would you post the link to the story you posted please?

Love, Light and Protection for Bobby

Thank you Alex!

Good for you Bobby, ACN. Thank you God!

Prayfully waiting for The Fog's test results.

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Jo: yes, can you please share the link for that article you posted.

http://www.dailypennsylvanian.com/vnews/display.v/ART/2006/08/31/44f6507bdf4a7

This is the link for the article Jo referred to. It seems that this is compiled from multiple points in his recovery. I found it disturbing.

Thanks Alex for the quick update. Your work is amazing!!! Thanks again for all that you do for us.

Thanks be to God for another good night for the Champ. And thanks to all the good people at NBC, especially team Richardson.

Saying prayers today for Lost in the Fog. Prayerfully, we will get good news about him. It is my understanding that if the tumors have not grown, they might attempt surgery (not today...). According to Bloodhorse, there is one tumor that is inoperable, irrespective of the results of today's scan. Anyway, The Fog is in God's hands, as he has been all along.

Love all of you and hope you have a blessed day.

Thank you Alex!

Good for you Bobby, ACN. Thank you God!

Prayfully waiting for The Fog's test results.

I found the story Jo referenced here's the link.

http://www.dailypennsylvanian.com/vnews/display.v/ART/2006/08/31/44f6507bdf4a7

Barbaro is so resilient! It is one of his many gifts, to bounce back and thrive. Love that horse, and give big props to Barbaro Nation. What a fantastic crew. Praying for a beautiful day for Barbaro, his caregivers, and supporters.

Good Morning Barbaro Buddies,
ACN Yippppppppppppppppppppppe!

Hi Sweet Barbaro, how are you on this nice morning? Make sure you get out to graze and eat sweet grass. Keep doing so well, you are a mazing and an inspiration. Love you big boy!

Lynn from Austin, you are in my thoughts.

Thanks Alex for the updates as usual...

Betsy in Fl - beautiful email story..very touching and oh soo true..

Believe in Barbaro!

Believe in Miracles..

Thanks Alex for the updates as usual...

Betsy in Fl - beautiful email story..very touching and oh soo true..

Believe in Barbaro!

Believe in Miracles..

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Sarah,
I don't think it sounds weird. It has been what Dr. Dean has been saying all along, but remember, at least we can now see a path out of the woods!
And I agree that it sounds like it was taken from a few different points in his recovery.

Love to Family and Posse,
Susan
Believe in Miracles...Believe in Barbaro

Sarah and Mary...I see that Michele has already posted the link which is good because I think I deleted it after I read it!

I know it's not as upbeat as we're used to, and it's not meant to panic us, but for starters, until the cast comes off his right leg we don't know if he's going to walk on it, and secondly, he needs to regrow that left hoof.

This is stuff we already knew, and it's why we're all here watching him like hawks!

ok, the article Jo posted that sounds weird to some of us:

It's U of Penn student newspaper, and it sounds like they have pieced together tidbits from various stages of Barbaro's recovery. They report that "he'll never race again" as if that's something new.

ALEX really enjoy this site---nice to be a part of * energy even though I tend not to verbalize
all that much.When I do it does not go through. Perhaps that's a sigh of sorts.
Somebody plesase clearify: The second place horse
at the 2006 Travers = BGC? Did not BGC have a leg bone fracture at that time? Perhaps I misunderstood something in the messageing. BGC was running with a Fracture?
Lee in Ohio

I'm late checking on you this morning, Starshine! Big relief to see you've had ACN. BIG, big relief.

Bobby, I hope you can go out and graze today. Maybe Michael or Peter will visit and give you a good currying, or maybe Dr. Kathy will come scratch you! You know Mom will come visit!

Foggy, we are waiting to hear your news. My money's on shrinking tumors.

Alex, thanks for the updates. Don't let go of the neck strap, especially when you're on the Lippizan.

Thank you God for the miracle of The Fog. Thank you God for blessing him and giving him a long and happy life. Guide, inspire and direct those responsible for his care dear Lord - for The Fog's Highest Good - Divine Order. God Bless The Fog.

Love, Light and Protection

Good morning Barbaro! ACN - music to my ears. Hopefully you'll be able to get out and munch some nice fresh green grass the recent rain has produced.

Praying for good today news for LITF.

There's a great new article at Bloodhorse.com regarding the first day at Woodbine over the brand new polytrack track!

http://news.bloodhorse.com/viewstory.asp?id=35106

A quote from the article - a tribute to Barbaro:

"From the moment I heard about (Polytrack) and what it did as far as reduction of injuries to horses, I was determined that we had to do it," said David Willmot, president and chief executive officer of Woodbine Entertainment.
"For someone like me who has had two Horses of the Year destroyed on the racetrack, we owe the horses this. We also owe the public who have had to watch Barbaro."

Barbaro will go down in history as a major contributor in saving many horses' lives in the future. THAT'S what his real legacy will be.

I love you, big fella!

Amen, Mary S,

I love your prayers and affirmations.
Am anxiously awaiting news of his examination today.

Blessings to all,
Faith

Lee...they think the Bluegrass Cat got his fracture in the last part of the race, and he still came second to Bernardini.

Betsy, thank you for sharing the really nice artical, it was sad and happy at the same time.

God know what he is doing, so we let him be in charge.

Love to all
Carol

ACN-Music to my ears. Have a wonderful day beautiful (((Bobby)))

(((LITF)))...Wishing you all the best funny face. Shrink Tumors Shrink!!

(((Alex))) for President. :)

Good Morning Big B. Terrific update! We are all very happy. Were you lurking in my office last night? I have hoof prints on my desk and carrot juice all over my chair.

Foggy, ALL of us are right beside you today in spirit and strength. Feel our love! XXXOOO

Gloria that is an awesome poem, thanks for writing it and inspiring us all to keep up the vigil for Fog and the continued support for our Barbaro.

Bernel

Good Morning Barbaro - glad you had a good night. Hoping you have a great day - grazing, eating, nipping, getting some scratchies!!! XXOO and SCRATCHIES.

Foggy - we will have good news about you today - I can feel it!! XXOO and SCRATCHIES.

Aunty Sally

The artical that Jo posted was way OUT!!!!!!!!!!

Jo, please explain, if your can. I hope it is just not me that cannot understand the message .

Thank you, Linda~

I've always loved to draw horses!

So glad to read about the continuing positive status of Barbaro, as we also now await anxiously for news on Lost in the Fog. The poem written for him was very touching and appreciated making all of us with big hearts for animals want to cry. Wishing that the medical tests show there is is hope in store for Foggy and the tumors are shrinking. It seems there is always something or someone to send prayers for...just hope they work!

Carol...read some of the comments already posted and keep calm. It's nothing that we don't already know and we haven't heard said before.

I suppose I should have thought twice about posting it really...it's had the same reaction as Alex's 'OK' rather 'ACN' had a couple of mornings ago! :-/

All, the article Jo posted came to me in a Google Alert. Here is the link

http://www.dailypennsylvanian.com/vnews/display.v/ART/2006/08/31/44f6507bdf4a7

Ro & Brady

Gloria: Your "Lost in the Fog" poem is so soulful -- thank you. You captured the beauty and mysticism of his name so eloquently. We certainly are with him until he tells us to "let go". Amen.

Beautiful Barbaro, My Hero: ACN -- music to my ears. Stay strong and well. The winds are headed your way; please stay warm, dry and safe, gallant soul. I love you.

Susan

GOOD MORNING MR. BARBARO JACKSON!
I hope your morning is filled with beautiful sunshine and thoughts of romancing those mares:0)! ACN is GREAT news and wishing you a pain free day as well. C'mon Bobby..YOU CAN DO IT...day by day. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. God Bless you "B" and God Speed.

GOOD MORNING TO YOU ALEX!!!
Thanks for the update and for getting us all the racing info to keep us in the loop! You're the best and you make it easy for us to visualize being there with you as you get your updates from Michael.

LOST IN THE FOG,
We're praying for you and sending positive energy your way...there's hundreds and hundreds of well wishing arms around you.
God Bless...

GLORIA,
What a beautiful poem! Thanks for speaking for all of us.

What is the big deal with the article?????????

Barbaro is healing but is by NO means out of the woods. Alex calmly reminded us of this when he addressed why he used "OK" when describing Barbaro's night a few back.

Family, we are witnessing a miracle here plain and simply. Hence, every day when I hear Bobby had ACN, I rejoice and thank God.

Remember, "little drops of rain make the mighty ocean". This is how we must view each day of Bobby's progress. By Christmas, if by the graze of God, he is still having ACN, then we can firmly begin to believe he has made it.

Grow Hoof Grow!

Love to Bobby and to all

Jazz

Good Morning, Everyone,

So glad to see ACN. Barbaro, you are such a good boy. You must know how loved you are, and have figured out how to comply with THIS particular "training"program. You are a remarkably good and wise boy. God is with you.

Sharonlynn: Your sensitivity to the "signs" in Hidalgo really touched a cord in me. A few weeks back,there was some discussion of somehow adding Mustang blood to Thoroughbereds to improve their soundness...for the GOOD of the breed and to the benefit of the horses.

I looked up a lot of information on Mustangs, and about Frank Hopkins, (FrankHopkins.com)... as a result of what someone such as I can tell, the addition of pure Spanish Mustang blood would not compromise the integrity of thoroughbred lineage (they have common ancestry).

I wish some University, or breeder somewhere would be willing to begin the process.

####### Hi RO, SusanW NancyCT and anyone who was at the 16+fast&furious-chat last night...whew! ain't we got fun ?

Remember to pray for BaltoDeb. ^-^

So wonderful to hear another positive report on our Barbaro. My prayers remain with him and with Lost In The Fog. I hope for good news today.

Thanks Judy for posting the article on Woodbine and the new polytrack course. I was watching racing from there last night and only realized then at they had just installed it. Everyone was raving about it. I hadn't realized that Woodbine was only the 2nd racetrack in NA to implement this. I am proud and relieved to have it at my local track! Hopefully this story will make the rounds to the other tracks - it is very positive, and the cost has to outweigh the negatives. It is good for business when racing fans know that their tracks care about the horses, despite the costs. Yes, Barbaro's story will help this cause. Your injury dear boy is not in vain!

Gloria,
Beautiful words, so wonderfully written. (Applause, applause!)

Horse-world question:

Does anyone know what has become of Genuine Risk's two babies, Genuine Reward and Count Our Blessing ?

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Otherlyn,
I wasn't in the chat, cause my name over there is SusanW530, must be someone else! Accept no imitations.....LOL.

And I was remiss earlier, I send my best wishes, thoughts, love and prayers hoping for a good result for Foggy!

Love to Family and Posse,
Susan
Believe in Miracles, Believe in Barbaro

Jo, thank you for letting us know what was said, but I understand this site was for good vibes, we all know the negative one.

I guess maybe I can become a bunch of nerves ( not carrots) when it comes to Barbaro.

Beware my foolish heart!!!!!!!!!!!

Glad Iam not the only one!

Carol

I'm just watching the Irish racing at Tralee, and I've just seen a jockey, Hayes, kicking, hand urging and using the whip on Da Pooch, a 3 year old filly, while they were still in the starting gate! The poor horse didn't want to go into the gate to begin with, and she looked so distressed!Surely this isn't allowed! Can anybody tell me?

"Claire Court" is a very heavy , narrow training track in the barn area of the main track as opposed to the Oklahoma Training track at Saratoga.

Its nornally used to re-hab injured horses cause of its deepness and safety. Its a really cool track cause it goes around the barns and under trees.

I saw Funny Cide train over it I believe 2 years ago when he prepped for a stakes race up there against Mineshaft and Evening Attire. The Saratoga Handicap or Saratoga Breeders Cup, or to that effect, Funny Cide Ran 3rd I think.

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Otherlyn,
Genuine Risk

Born: 1977
Current: Pensioned after years of breeding difficulties. Has one offspring, Genuine Reward, who stands at stud.
Trainer: LeRoy Jolley
Owner: Mrs. Diana Firestone
Jockey: Jacinto Vasquez
Breeder: Mrs. Sally Humphrey

Only found one, sweetie.

Love,
Susan

Gloria,

Your poem for LITF was so beautiful. Thank you, for sharing with us.

If you have not sent to Foggy's connection, please do. I know that it will be so uplifting for them.

Blessings to all,
Faith

Jazz,
You're fiesty this morning. I hope things are going better for you.

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SusanW...Sorry, I was Boinging back and forth between the two rooms...I must have gotten some of the names mixed up. No Immitations are acceptable,when it comes to original and pure Produce Possee people.

Dear God,

Please look kindly on Foggy today!

Jo,

Sorry you witnessed that. It's hard for us animal lovers that have a great deal of caring in our souls to see these things. I was exposed to a dressage horse once that was rescued from Europe because he had been so mistreated. After a few months, he started to come around and trust people. He ended up doing very well.

Judy, well put on Barbaro contributing to horse's safety.


Re: FOG. It's a sunny, cool morning here in Saratoga. The morning workouts -- what a wonderful way to start the day -- were a sheer delight. Horses and ponies going about their work with ease. People watching, sipping coffee, chatting about who looks good. The all do.


The 8th race today, THE NEW YORK TURF WRITERS CUP (Grade I) $150,000 Run in Memory of D. M. Smithwick. A hurdle race. Seven horses aged 5-10 will run 2 3/8.


Outside the West entry gates -- you who've been there may remember -- a fountain. Around this fountain, a circle of jockey statues painted with the colors of stables. Like the ones you see on lawns, only different. In the outstretched hands of these jockeys, signs painted with the names of last year's Saratoga Stakes winners.

On the southeast side, lit by the morning sun, the simple sign: LOST IN THE FOG, Kings Bishop Stakes, August 27, 2005. A winner's sign in the circle of winners.


Fog, we wish you a big win, place and show from your test today. As they say, it's a beautiful day to save lives. Good luck, big fella! -- Susan in Saratoga

Hi Renee,

Not really feisty, just trying to, as they say in the rap community, "Keep it real....." LOL

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Thanks for your concern. I took OtherLyn's words to heart yesterday. When you cannot change a person's mind to love you, then why waste energy and life trying to do so? I went the route of constant gifts and such to no avail. As they say, "Can't buy me love.........."

So I decided yesteday to just forgive and move on. Does it mean the pain is gone? Nope. Havn't slept in 3 days. BUT, it allows me to keep it real. Nothing I can do will change matters so I stopped trying. Eventually I will be fully back to the Jazz Man I am capable of. But, since this exact thing happened TWO times now in my life, the shock and "Shame on Me For being so Stupid..." hurts more than anything.
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Little drops of rain make the mighty ocean.
The days of Bobby's healing are exactly that.
Grow Hoof Grow!

Love to Bobby and to all

Jazz

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Susan W.

Regarding the article, maybe weird wasn't the right word. It was definitely unbalanced journalism with all the 'bad' stuff...not a word said about grazing outside, signs of hoof regrowth, the results of the radiographs from Sunday's cast change, etc.

Good morning Barbaro!
ACN - how wonderful! I'm sorry the weather has been so soggy lately...hang in there-maybe you'll get outside today. If not, maybe you can request a movie or two. Have a great day, buddy, enjoying your treats and TLC. Remember, one day at a time, and as Jazz so wisely put it, "Little drops of rain make the mighty ocean". (Thanks Jazz, I really like that saying-never heard it before!) You'll get there, just keep being patient sweetie. Don't forget to say a prayer for Fog too, he needs us right now.

Love always,
Kelly XOXOXO

*** JO: distressing to hear about how jokey treating Da Pooch....in the starting gate, no less...good grief...

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Jazz,
You sound like a wonderful man! Don't give up, someone will appreciate you when the time is right. Take time for yourself,and don't change. Sometimes we have to go through alot of frogs to find that prince or princess. Just think we found Barbaro and he found us. Chin up, life will go on and get better for you.Deal with the real part now.

Barbaro, so glad about ACN!!!

Your spirit has touched so many lives, you are a true fighter and a true champion!! The Lord continues to watch over you and your doctors each day and I am so comforted by that. Keep healing, sweet boy! We all love you so much!!

Have a wonderful day Barbaro!!!

Jo,
There should be immediate dismissal for any harm done to any animal. Grrrrrrrrrr

Gooood morning Barbaro family!

And a very good morning to you Alex! You da man!

Hey sweetie pie..ACN...aren't you the bestest boy!

Hopefully the weather will be nice and you can go out to do a little gazing and grazing. Pretty soon your bud Dr R will be back and the two of you can catch up on important stuff

Now twitch those ears, flick that cute tail..here it comes!

Eat your carrots every day
Dr R will be back and you can play

Sunshine, breezes, grass everywhere
There is nothing to compare

Grow hoof grow! Heal leg heal!
That's become our daily appeal

Keep on doing like you are
You're our bright and shining star!

See ya later babycakes, Hugs and smoochies

Hey Foggy, I hope the test results will be good news! Shrink, tumors, shrink

Hoping for the best for Lost in the Fog, I'm checking this site, Blood Horse, and thoroughbredhchampions all the time. Come on, Foggy! Shrink, tumors, shrink!

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Jazz,
I don't know the exact situation (and that doesn't matter, really) that you're in, but please don't be so hard on yourself...you opened your heart, which is not stupid, it's human. You sound like a caring, sensitive, loving person. Don't let that other person take that away from you...

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Sarah, actually I laughed when I read it, cause I know some of those quotes were from different times....looks like lazy journalism to me
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Jo,
Stop beating yourself up over posting it...

Now, let's forget it and refocus on POSITIVE Bobby thoughts and POSITIVE Foggy thoughts.
No Mas!
Or after the goat yesterday, I will have to say what happened the first time I EVER saw an electric fence when I first started in racing.

Love to Family and Posse,
Susan
BELIEVE IN MIRACLES, Believe in Barbaro

Sarah,

This how they sell newspapers and get ratings on TV. Did anyone see the early projections of the hurricane that hit and fizzled in FL? CNN had it tracking right to New Orleans!!! Yep!! They hyped it up to get ratings.

What will make you tune in at eleven?
1. Hurrican could devastate N.O. one year later!
or
2. Weak Storm to do no damage....

The same damn thing Baltimore news did with Bobby early on.

Again, what would make you tune in at 11?

1. Kentucky Derby winner's chances of living are bleak and he is hour to hour (exact teaser I heard).

or.

2. Barbaro had ACN

So I agree the atricle was slanted, but really not telling us something we don't already know.

Cheers!

Jazz

Margie...I don't know how some of these of horses can tolerate people being near them when they've been treated so badly.

I can understand the use of the whip when it doesn't hurt or scare a horse (I've heard it's also a steering aid), but since I've known Barbaro and been getting more involved in the racing scene I've seen the whipping rules badly abused, and if this is going to keep happening then the whip needs to be banned...end of story.

I'm really sorry I posted that Bobby article cos it seems to have caused panic in the ranks, and I never meant for that to happen. Ok, it wasn't one of those articles that makes us want to shout YIPPEE, but I didn't see it as negative either...just reality.

Listen to Jazz says...he's keeping it real!!

Alex: Clare Court is a part of the old, 19th century racing grounds...it's tucked away in the woods behind the backstretch, I think.

I have to say that I'm surprised that they're running Funny Cide in the Woodward--he's not been up to a Grade I for a while (the JC Gold Cup a few years ago, I think), and he's been successful at lower levels. Even if they wanted to race him at Saratoga, there had to be easier spots for him, I would think.

Teresa in Brooklyn/Saratoga

###### The reason I am posting the following on this site is because I'm not sure a lot of people see the discussion boards. Wild Life Sanctuary has been posted here before and it made people aware, me included.

I had sent an email to Best Friends and received a reply which is posted on the discussion board. However, they were rather vague on how they planned concrete help for the Wild Animal Sanctuary.

The Sanctuary has a new video..they call it the closing video and I want to tell you, the sight of those animals, lying under a tree, or cavorting in a pool, all unaware that their lives will be taken shortly breaks my heart. They have already known abuse, and to be euthanized because there is no money available to help keep them alive is a crime! No ifs, ands or buts about it!.

I'm sending a donation today. If any of you can spare just a few dollars, please DO send it immediately. If they can get enough to keep it operating while they figure out long term plans, it will help each and every animal that is there.

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Jazz...I feel your pain...kinda going thru the same thing myself. It helps to come here and be goofy sometimes and cry sometimes. If you have any leftover gifts you can send them to Texas! lol!

Rene..Thank you for keeping me in your thoughts today!

Sarah and Renee...I'm so angry I could scream. I've never seen this happen before!

Susan W...thank you! I've still got the positive vibes flowing :-)

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Another caveat to the article that was posted--it came from the U Penn student newspaper. The "student" reporters (who are supposed to be learning on the job) are not always as careful or accurate in their characterizations as "professional" working journalists might be, which may account for the odd tone/composition of the article.

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Jo: DON"T BE SORRY ABOUT POSTING THE ARTICLE!!!

Lynn

rjasin123@comcast.net

Cheers

Jazz

I'm on the East Coast...I wonder when we might be getting word about the Fog's test results today?

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Theresa!!!!!
Don't beat up on my boy, Funny Cide...he just won the Woodbine and it's not like he has anything else to do :) :)

Love,
Susan
Believe in Miracles, Believe in Barbaro

Susan W :

Thanks for looking up GENUINE RISK's info for me. I know that GENUINE REWARD has never been raced, and that he now stands at stud. But there WAS another foal in 1999, out of CHIEF HONCHO, named COUNT OUR BLESSING.

All I could find is that the foal was training in Maryland with someone named Jimmy Murphy. That is where to trail ends.

Gosh I sure would hate to think that one of the only tow living offspring of GENUINE RISK may have simply disappeared. (I think of FERDINAND and EXCELLER).

Jo: Hopefully, horse owners/trainers will note the behavior of that jockey and he won't any future gigs?

Jo: Hopefully, horse owners/trainers will note the behavior of that jockey and he won't any future gigs?

###### I put up a blog regarding Hr 503, urging people to call their congressmen/women. I hope it helps.

Just click on the link below and click on "blog".

I just called Rep Tim Murphy's (PA) Washington office to ask that he support HR 503 next Thursday. He has been opposed due to "money concerns" and this time I signed it fro Mr & Mrs.___ Byers as my husband is a councilman in our borough, also republican and he put Tim Murphy signs up in our borough his last election so dammit he better listen! I will call again next Wednesday.

Thank you for ACN. Go Fog.

I agree Mary - the University article is not informative and is really a not so good example of journalism. Best to read it and move on to the real news......

Go get them Chris B.

Thank you Toby.

Lets give the students a break they are not professional journalists. Geeeeeeeeeeez

Gloria,

What a lovely poem for Fog!

Sending special prayers for LITF today, and so glad to have read the "ACN" report on Barbaro this morning.

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Otherlyn
you're right, I stand corrected....now turning horse detective.

Love
Susan
Believe in Miracles, Believe in Barbaro

Good Morning Champ, Sorry I am late checking in on you this morning. I am thrilled you had ACN. You keep up the good work and we will keep sending our love. Have fun outside, but not too much! Love you lots big guy.

Jo, Don't forget we have Michael Matz's Lady in the Pulpit scheduled to run today at Monmouth Park in Race 4.

SusanW, I accept no substitutes, I always read my labels. ;)

xoxoxox

Lady in the Pulpit pretty name

#### you're welcome Chris...but yours was the only response so far and I know that you were the one that got the ball rolling in the first place for the Wild Animal Sanctuary. I thank YOU for making me aware.

Good mid-morning all.
Alex, thanks again for the "reading material" this morning, I love to read everything that you post.
I also loved the story posted earlier by Betsy in FL - so heartwarming.

Barbaro, my day can now start on a happy note knowing that you had another comfortable, restful night. I'm sure you are getting anxious for Dr. R to get back, I know how attached you are to him and vice versa. Have a great day today (hopefully you will get to go outside and do some grazing), enjoy all of your snacks, keep that handsome chin up, and a smile on your face. Love you BIG bunches!!! BIG horsie hugs, kisses, ear scratches, nose rubs, and MUCH LOVE!!!

chat chat chat

and you aren't using the ####

GLORIA

Beautiful poem. I know we are all pulling for LITF today. A special prayer for him today.

Good going Barbaro! Keep resting and healing and you'll get more time in the sunshine! Cheers!

Interesting articles on this year's 3 yo's. Thanks Alex.

I hope so, Sarah!

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Confused..I'm confused...we are using the ####

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Jazz...thanks for the addy..I'll give ya a shout!

Thanks, Shan! Any idea what time? Never mind I can check race 4, and even watch the race! :-)

Any others we need to watch out for today?

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That's right we are using it.

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Shannon and (Free) Zeena !!!!
Nice to see you...

Otherlyn,
You know, I have a complaint here, could you not have asked an easier question. I am looking all over and cannot find a thing on Count Our Blessing, but, found plenty of reasons why I should count my blessing. :)

Mary,
Enough###### for ya?

Love to family and posse,
Susan
Believe in Miracles, Believe in Barbaro

Really dumb question coming...

What time is it now in California...just tense about news on Foggy?

Lynn, it's 9 a.m. west coast time. I'm wondering if they will even release results today? We're so spoiled with our daily updates on Barbaro, it may not be the same for LITF. I hope not, it was just a thought that crossed my mind this morning.

Lynn...are they awake in CA yet? My day's almost over! LOL

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Thanks Linda! After I wrote the "dumb question"..I thought..hmmm...Why didn't I just look it up on the internet?...duh in Texas!

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Jo...I know..is it cocktail time in Texas yet???
LMAO!

Don't know, Lynn, but it's almost wine time here! ;-)

Jo and Lynn,

Cocktails...lets go have a Bararotini

Barbarotini...sp duh

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Susan W...Are you still online?

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Renee and Jo...
I think we should all meet at the Kentucky Derby next year (with Barbaro in attendence of course) and toast him with Renee's newly created drink
"The Barbarotini" instead of the Mint Julep!!!

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Lynn,
yes I am, but quaking in fear now that the CP is here, so I went away and am just checking now and then. :)

KEEPING POSITIVE THOUGHTS for Barbaro and Foggy!

Love,
Susan
Believe in Miracles, Believe in Barbaro

Renee...LOL
Make mine a Barbaromundi red :-)

Ooops! I still can't find the hash on my keyboard! :-/

Can I use *****? lol

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Susan W.....lol!
Can you skip over to the chat room for a sec?
See ya there.

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Lynn in A,

If you do give me shout be aware I cannot access my home email from work so I won't see it until tonight in the comfort of my home office.

Cheers!

JazzY

Bobby,

Thank God for ACN..our prayers and thoughts are always with you Champ..we are also praying for your furry friend LITF..keeping our fingers crossed for good news. Have a beautiful day sweet boy. Love you much!

Thank you Alex for the updates.
God Bless the Barbaro Family.

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Great idea, Lynn! :-)

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Yes, MAM!

Love to Bobby.
Love to the Fog.

The article makes me a little edgy because of the unknown factor about why Barbaro was just "OK" earlier this week. If something was going on that we haven't heard the explaination for. Just to verify that it was the anesthesia recovery would be helpful.

CathyP

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Barbarotini's and Barbaromundi, double shots like the Great one.

What was the reason for the OK from Alex the other morning? I could not find an explanation.

Big Hi's to you Alex!!!!!!!! GREAT Job!!!!
Cheers

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ALEX...thanks for the early update...boy what you won't do for your family here...we now have you double checking on Bobby....thanks so much, we all can see how much you love him.

OTHERLYN...Thank you for noticing my "signs" from the movie Hidalgo. It was a sign, first time I saw the movie, only at the part the horse was on the ground and ended up winning the race then being set free...powerful movie....gonna be on AMC again Sept. 17 Sunday...I definitely will watch it!

ANYBODY HERE KNOW WHEN WE CAN EXPECT WORD ON FOGGY? I am a nervous wreck!

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Susan W:

Thank you, Susan, for trying.

I have searched on Google and MSN Search. I have not been able to find a trainer named Jimmy Murphy.

Sheeeeeesh, where could this rare and precious baby be?

Anna, I just saw the drawing on Lost in the Fog. Your work is a gift from god. Beautiful. Such talent, please put them on T-shirts. Front Barbaro Back Lost in the Fog. Or both in the front. Just a thought. would love to have one. Marilyn/ohio

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Did you notice that when "confused" posted "off topic" he/she did not use the #####

talk about double standard!!!!

now just scroll right on by. I think we all know who that is anyhow..

Precious Barbaro, I am so glad to hear ACN. Hopefully today you will get outside for some fresh air and hopefully see your goat. I will be keeping tabs on you today as always, enjoy your day, I love you.

Foggy, I am praying with all my heart that the tumors have shrunk. I lit an extra candle today for good news. We are with you, feel our love and never feel alone. I love you, I will be keeping a steady eye on you today.

Hi, Team Barbaro!

Sorry to be arriving so late in the day...have been doing some early packing of stuff.

LITF, well, today is the day we find out if your tumors have shrunk...my prayers are for another miracle...if Bobby can do it, so can you, my Long Time Sun.

Bobby, am keeping an eye on TS Ernesto - his arrival could put a monkey wrench in some people's weekend plans...am still going to FH Saturday morning rain or shine just for a couple of hours (I'm a morning person and could be there before dawn knowing me)...kind of hope to see some of the deer or foxes that Alex sees. Right now, the sun is peeking out so if you can get outside grazing...nudge whoever's turn it is to lead you out...don't know how long it will last. Shine on you crazy diamond.

Right now, don't know if I'll be able to make it to DC on 9/5 after all...family things have cropped up. Shelley, will keep you posted.

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Have been invited to a local horse show this weekend at Ludwig's Corner...friend of mine has passes and her husband is tied up with the restaurant. Will talk up The Barbaro Effect as much as I can...:) Am planning to go sometime on Sunday. Avi's owner is the generous person here...should be seeing Avi soon and, of course, there are always "the boys" on Monday (I was up at the ranch yesterday...farrier was there and he pronounced the boys' hooves sound and in great shape. Hooray!!!)

Anyway, everybody, take care.

Healing and Peace,
Lyn Gilbert

Kat,
I thought I noticed a familure tone.

Barbaro - Thanks be to God for another comfortable night. Continued prayers for your total recovery.

Lost in the Fog - Remember with God "All" things are possible. Praying for your exam today, and continued recovery to be free of cancer.

We love both of you. Remember never give up. You were born a champion, you can win this race also!

Help me with the "edgy" article. I can't find what this is about and have been unable to go back and read posts.....working and trying to read some posts today.....

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Repost from this a.m.:

FOB: Did Barbaro ask you about those dobs:
Lawyer Ron, Brother Derek, Showing Up...?

He was practicing his spelling most of yesterday and he may have been too distracted.

Jazz: Maid Marion is pretty good with this "oops it happened again" stuff. If you want her, contact friartuck@robinhoodradio.com

Fog: Good luck later...

Everybody: Okay, try this for a theory on the OK earlier in the week: Every single day until OK day Doc R saw Barbaro circa 06.00 and passed on the info to Michael Matz & Co. who passed it on to Alex, who was good enough to pass it on to us. What was the one thing different about the OK day? Yes, it was the first day of Doc R's vacation, and the first day in ages that the routine to which we'd become accustomed was varied. That's it. Later that day KF did a site inspection and discovered that all was copacetic at NBC. Dr. Anderson then came back with comfortable. The next day (yesterday) was ACN, but the update was a little later which caused consternation...then Peter Brette's comfortable yesterday afternoon...then Michael telling Alex
"comfortable" at the crack of dawn today.
The article Jo (UK) posted is clearly a rehash of old quotes/info that's been edited together (rather poorly in my view) to make a story. Bottom line: Barbaro is a champ, and he's moving right along. How do you know? We've now had 4 "comfortables" and counting, and no word of Dr. R having cancelled his vacation has made it to our hypervigilant ears.

Cheers,
Friar Tuck

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Kat and Renee...Yep, I heard the same familiar tone myself..and just confirmed my belief!

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LYN GILBERT...you had such a great idea last night in reference to my post "signs".

Now I am on a quest to get in touch with Viggo Mortensen to get him here being he absolutely loves horses...

Thank you.

ANYBODY HAVE AN CLUE WHEN WE CAN EXPECT ANY WORD ON FOGGY'S EXAM RESULTS?

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Wow...Friar Tuck...you put some heavy duty thought into that one...thanks for putting us all at ease once again!

Any theories on why Barbaro would like a goat so much????

Lawyer Ron (d.o.b. 03/01/03)
Brother Derek (d.o.b. 3/31/03)
Showing Up (d.o.b. 02/06/03)

Hi Deb G,
Here it is, it was written by students.

Just got this report through. Don't know if anybody else has seen it...it's a new one for me.

Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro feasts on fresh handpicked grass everyday while he recovers at Penn’s large animal hospital, but whether the recuperation time will lead to a full recovery remains unclear.

Barbaro — a colt who fractured his leg severely during the Preakness in May — has been kept under close watch by animal surgeon Dean Richardson, who performed the surgery immediately after Barbaro’s injury.

According to the latest update, Barbaro remains in stable condition after a summer of physical ups and downs at the New Bolton Center, located outside of Philadelphia. He had the cast on his hind leg changed Sunday.

“He has made improvements in certain areas, but there are still other issues with this recovery,” said Penn School of Veterinary Medicine spokeswoman Gail Luciani.

These “other issues” do indicate the end of his career, however, owner and Penn grad Roy Jackson said.

“He seems to be all right, healing slowly, but he will never race again,” he said.

Both Roy and his wife Gretchen visit Barbaro every day to check up on his condition and supply him with only the best in hay and grass.

Since Barbaro was admitted to New Bolton Center, he has garnered much national exposure and publicity. Richardson appeared on The Early Show and Good Morning America to discuss Barbaro’s status. In addition, an anonymous donation established the Barbaro Fund, which raises money to support the New Bolton Center’s needs.

Barbaro’s condition will likely remain unpredictable.

“Nobody knows how he’s going to turn out,” Jackson said. “We wait day to day.”

Posted by: Jo (UK) at August 31, 2006 01:39 PM

Hypervigilant is right. Just a bunch of overprotective parents hanging on to every word and proud of it. Your right FT this has all been since Dr. Dreamy has been away.

A side note to the polytrack. I read prior to the Del Mar opening this summer that they would have the new track installed for the 2007 meet. The rest of the California tracks are supposed to install also. Good news for the horses and especially at Del Mar who had sooooo many breakdowns this summer.

CathyP

WELL SAID FRIAR TUCK!!! THANKS. :)

Ro & Brady

Thanks Judy - this is a great article!

Woodbine Debuts New Polytrack Surface
by Jennifer Morrison
Date Posted: 8/31/2006 7:21:20 AM
Last Updated: 8/31/2006 9:03:14 AM

Horses break from the gate in the first race at Woodbine as the track unveiled its synthetic surface Wednesday.
Photo: Michael Burns
Demi Song bounced his way into Canadian Thoroughbred record books at Woodbine Aug. 30 when the gelding won the first race over the track's new Polytrack surface.
Woodbine is only the second track in North America to hold a race meeting on the wax-coated sand, fiber and recycled material surface. It offers a high and even absorption rate and a much safer and softer surface for racehorses.

Certainly Demi Song, ridden by longtime Woodbine jockey Emile Ramsammy loved the spring to his step, winning by 10 3/4 over his five rivals.

"From the moment I heard about (Polytrack) and what it did as far as reduction of injuries to horses, I was determined that we had to do it," said David Willmot, president and chief executive officer of Woodbine Entertainment.

"For someone like me who has had two Horses of the Year destroyed on the racetrack, we owe the horses this. We also owe the public who have had to watch Barbaro."

It took just seven weeks to install and replace the old Woodbine main track with Polytrack while racing continued over the inner harness track.

After five training days and the six races run over the surface last evening, it is virtually unanimous that it was worth the wait.

"Woodbine Entertainment has made a great move," said Ramsammy. "You can definitely feel the difference (riding the horses). When there are horses around you, you don't even hear them, you don't even know they are there.

"That will help front running horses not be too aggressive and horses who need to be aggressive not worry about the clickety-clack (of hooves) behind them."

Polytrack, which cost Woodbine $10 million to install, is an invention born in England by Martin Collins, who addressed eager Woodbine horsemen earlier this week to answer questions about the surface.

While Polytrack did yield some kickback to trailing horses, a problem that affected Turfway this winter, riders equated it to feeling like "snow" and not the painful dirt that hit horses and jockeys in the face on the old track.

"I don't think there will be any bias to the track,' said Ramsammy. "I think the track is very fair. There is a little bit of kickback but nothing compared to the original dirt track which stung and hurt."

"It revolutionizes horse racing," said trainer Vince Tesoro. "This is a genius move by Woodbine. They have done it for the horses and in turn, the horsemen and the fans. Everyone is in awe of the surface."

Turfway Park in Florence, Ky., is the only other track on the continent to have a race meeting on Polytrack.

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Renee, all you have to do is go back a few updates and you find a post that complains about the same thing, from the same personn each time, and same "wording"

Well time to get to work, have a good day all, check back tonight when I get off work!!!

Enjoy Kat. Thanks

Thanks Renee (& Joe)! Seems like old info. I think I'll just stick to the positive ACN and as Friar noted: Dr. R has NOT cancelled his vacation, which means ALL IS WELL!!!

Dang, I watched the UK horse racing video - made me completely cringe. Those poor horses, not to mention riders. It seems as though the riders almost expect it and literally KNOW how to jump off. It is obvious that once the horses tire, they can no longer fully jump those fences. Should be banned....

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Anna...I loved your sketching of Foggy too.
I think Mary has a great idea about the t-shirts...how cool! They would..by far...be the best out there. I know I have been cruising eBay for good ones!

I know you have probably done one for Barbaro.
Where might I find that one!!?

Woodbine has been working on this all summer, even at the cost of lost revenue. I am very pleased with my Canadian counterparts for setting a new standard up here. My local track also has plans to convert. YAY!

Yay! I found GENUINE RISK's second living baby. He lives at the same farm that his famous mom does, and he looks just like her. I wish the photo was Barbara Livingston quality, but, I'll take the image as peace to my heart anyway. He can bee seen here: > Photos of Liz Tobey of Thoroughbred Champions, on MSM Search.

He does not look in the most robust of health,nor does he look happy. I am hoping the picts were just taken on an "off" day.

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Sharonlynn: Yes, please find Viggo. I have been trying too, albeit, unsuccessfully. I know his would be a loud and clear celebrity voice to promote the wonderful causes within THE BARBARO EFFECT. You GO Girl!

RE: The U Penn article. Don't sweat it. Listen to what Dr. Richardson says. He's the treating physician.

GLORIA: great poem!

RE: "OK"--don't sweat that, either! It was two or three days ago. It is NOT a distress call. We all have "ok" days but that doesn't mean our conditions are deteriorating or that the Grim Reaper is on our doorsteps. Six weeks ago we would have rejoiced to hear Bobby had an "Ok" day.

"Ok" was TWO or three days ago. He's back to "comfortable". ENJOY, and keep the good thoughts coming!

Ok, back to work before they fire my tucchus.

Has anyone heard from Barbaro today??

Good Morning BarbaroNation which I should now call BarbaroWorld Family!!

Hope all are well and happy this beautiful last day of August

Thanks to Alex for the great early morning update and verfication of that update :) You are the best...I would certainly vote for you if you were to run for President, but as a UK transplant, we'd have to rewrite the rule book in order to get you nominated. If you will accept, I'll get started on the campaign! Otherwise, we'll appoint you President of BarbaroWorld, okay?

Prayers for Foggy today. I have such a beautiful vision of a little colt emerging from a fog-cloaked meadow..as though that is a foretelling of his emergence from this crisis. Be strong, Gorgeous Fog. We love you.

Prayers continue for Mike and everyone else who needs them. Barbaro, you have my heart. Have a happy, healing day, Sweet Boy!

Love to all. Talk to you later

Cheryl

Gosh, I used to be on this site often and work, my horses training and some other "stuff" have kept me away lately, and you mean folks are STILL complaining about the SAME stuff?? Amazing....

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Cathy P....So good to see you posting!
Don't you hail from Califonia??

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FOB: Great thanks!! Hopefully Maid M won't menace me for a bit, but don't bet the ranch...

Lynn in Austin: Hmmm. Maybe because Doc R said he couldn't have a bike...?

Cheers,
Friar Tuck

Sally,
Barbaro is on his hammock waiting for you to join him in a Barbarotini.

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Deb G...you got that right!

Sally...I think Barbaro might have peeked in early this morning before his breakfast!

Friar Tuck...your sensible head and calming vibes are always appreciated! :-)

I'm waiting for FOB to get back to us with those date of births too.

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The meanies should put -_-

at the top of their posts so that we may scroll on by. Yes?

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Renee...I just got a visual of Aunt Sally and her boy lounging with Barbarotinis in hand and hoof!

Sally,
ROFL

Otherlyn,
You are right.

And just like magic, as always!!
Thank you, FOB!!!

Friar Tuck...
"Maybe because Doc R said he couldn't have a bike...?"
Priceless!!! LOL

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Otherlyn...agreed on the official meanie insignia.

Friar Tuck and Jo...rofl re: No bike for Barbaro...doctors orders! How about a Vespa or whatever they are called!?

Hi Lynn

Yes I'm in the Palm Springs area. A mere 108 today.
I was walking down my hall this morning and took notice of 2 lithos I inherited from my father by Fred Stone. One is of Seattle Slew winning the Derby. The other of Exceller with Shoemaker up. It hit me who this horse was and the terrible end he had.
HR 503 should definitely be named the Exceller Bill (of horses rights).
My California Senators Feinstein & Boxer are for it. Now have to check on Mary Bono.

Cathy P

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JAZZ, Please check out my post today, Aug 31,2006 1:44PM. I think you will like it!
Take care of your heart!

Betsy in FL.

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OMG - where is he - I'm on my way!!!

Ok, call me ignorant - what does #### mean?

whats in a Barbarotini? Hay and carrots?? with a peppermint twist??

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Chris Byers - great article about Woodbine track's installation of the new surface. Score 1 for the horses! (I think the article mentioned that one other track has installed this surface so it's score 2 for the horses!) Future scores when the CA tracks put down the new surface.

See what you are helping to bring about Bobby? I don't like it that you had to hurt yourself to do it, but changes for the better are happening because of you.

Love ya,
Edie

My thoughts are also with the handsome guy on the West Coast. LITF can't wait to hear the good news!

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Have not heard from Barbaro personally, but he probably wants his gifts on the day he turns 4 in racing, which would be January 1, 2007. (and then MORE GIFTS on his real BD)!!!!!!! And he deserves them.

Otherlyn,
Thank you, I had heard Genuine Risks offspring were kind of sickly, it's a shame, but it happens.
From what I have heard , it is lucky she even had the two she did.

Love to Family and Posse,
Susan
Believe in Miracles , Believe in Barbaro

Wow, Lost in the Fog's Pedigree has Secretariat, Northern Dancer and War Admiral in it - nice. (My horse does too and if he performs half as well as LITG next month in his first race, I will be happy)

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Susan W
I did a search on Yahoo... Jimmy Murphy's (trainer) name came up several times associated with Laurel Park in Maryland.

Horse Hands Across America!
Keep the Faith!

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HI everyone. Lots of stuff going on today...looks like everyone is hangin' in there.

So I have question in light of Alex's update about Funny Cide and a possible scratch. I would love input from any of the mirad of owners, trainers, and players here.

This weekend is the final weekend of live racing here in Minnesota. Laurie H and I were hoping to finally be able to meet each other on Sunday (Fan Appreciation Day) at Canterbury Park.
It's been a beautiful summer here but now, as luck would have it, Ernesto is locking up all the weather systems and its supposed to rain all weekend here.

I love the races, but I am a fair weather participant only. Can we have your input as to how much SLOPPY conditions actaully affect the safety of the race? Do these condtions make it worse, better, the same????

Barclay Tagg seems to be indicating that Sloppy conditions are unsafe and he would scratch for that reason.

Laurie and I were hoping to meet and have a fun time at the track and send you some pictures from our little cyber family gathering. But neither one of us wants to be there if its too nerve wracking. I know that things can happen under the best of circumstances too.

I would like to know from you guys if this fear of sloppy tracks is unfounded or not.

Leslie In MN

Barbarotini= tini bit of carrot juice with a little carrot vodka of course. Up with wedge of apple.
I'll be having Barbabeer after work.

Cathy P

Cathy Potter: LOL - I'll take one of those Barbarotinis!!

I was so rude not to acknowledge the following creative efforts:

Gloria, your poem is beautiful...just beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

Anna, your artistic talent strikes again. I love the portrait of LITF...still am in hopes of a miracle.

Re Viggo- its hard to track him down...I've been trying for months to find contact info...so I pass the torch along to sharonlynn (I've just gotten a response from the KD camp - kirtan chant musician whose voice I love - after 3 months of trying...).

Healing and Peace,
Lyn Gilbert

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Deb G.,

##### means "not update or Barbaro related"

Take Care!

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Sure does sound healthy - doesn't sound like a cocktail to me - yuck - toooo healthy!!! I'll stick with the Barbarobeer!

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Cathy P - LMAO!!!!!

I'll join you for that Barbabeer tonight! LOL

Linda R

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Deb G:

When you see ######## it is a flag that lets people know that the post is a bit off Barbaro, and/or is a personal message to someone....OR is "silly."

When this is included at the top of the post, people who might not be interested, are qued to scroll on by.

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Otherlyn re: Genuine Risk's foals -

Genuine Reward (by Rahy) - Thoroughbred Pedigree website lists him as standing stud in Montana. Also found where he was at stud at Eagle Point Farm in Virginia in the early 2000's. Two offspring listed, Top Reward and Maximum Reward, who I have not had time to research.

I am also a huge fan of Genuine Risk - the first racehorse I fell in love with. Guess who the second one is??? ;-)

Count Our Blessing (by Chief Honcho) - gelded due to vicious temper.

Both were unraced.

First, let me say....Healing Light and Love to Barbaro. Each day is another day of bone knitting and hoof growth! ACN has so much more meaning and reassurance now. And, of course, for The Fog, another day for the tumors to shrink.

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Toby, I learned about the Wild Animal Sanctuary initially on the Best Friends Network website, and then saw it mentioned here, which was great. I've also donated, but agree it needs LOTS more publicity, and quickly. Ideas? I've also sent the web address to all the friends I could think of. I'm sure this isn't the right site to talk about this (maybe the chat room?) but I'd like to do more about this, I just don't know what.
Jo-Ann

"Ok, call me ignorant - what does #### mean?

Posted by: Deb G. at August 31, 2006 05:01 PM"
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Should I give her the Horse Chow answer for those who remember.....LOL

Jazz

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Break from Work!

Barbaro has a post on the discussion board very early this morning.

Ro & Brady

#### means posting an question or answer that is not related to updates but more personal. Correct me if I am wrong.

LYN GILBERT...I will find Viggo somehow, I know he shut down his email line cause he couldn't personally answer all them and doesn't want someone answering for him. He would definitely be the guy with the big voice we are in need of.

SALLY IN KEY WEST...I don't know where Bobby is today....I left a message for him on his forum but seems to not be talking there. But, there have been alot of lurkers last night who came out of the closet...he could be any one of them being he likes to sign on under Cheryl's name LOL. I even told him I am trying hard to find him a goat and he didn't answer....I hope he didn't get in trouble from Dr. Dean for staying up all night chatting LOL

bArbaro....where are you?????

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Marg in Main:

I GENUINELY appreciate your kind and further research on the living legacey of GENUINE RISK.

I hope, somehow they might be able to carry some of her brilliant glory forward. Wouldn't it be nice if Barbara Livingston could photograph them?

Jazz,

Yea! You're "baaaack"!

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I love knowing the horses' names. I wish we could know the history of why the name was picked. That isn't public knowledge somewhere is it? Like is there a National registry we have access to.

I know that Barbaro's name was from a picture in the Jackson's home that was owned by one of the parents. Which I love becomes that tells me that the Jackson's are traditional and family-oriented.

Has any one heard Barbaro's brother name yet. I believe I heard they have six months to pick and that it may come from the same picture I mentioned above.

Horse Hands Across America!
Keep the Faith!

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Re: Wild Animal Sanctuary

This is a real dilemma. These animals should not be put to death because of money. Is there no hope. Can't some zoos pitch in and take them?
What kind of money are we talking about?

Cathy P

Although I teach high school journalism and not college journalism, I would have to say that this UPenn newspaper article is an assignment to someone. The journalist got the quotes correct, but I don't think this article is one to get upset over.

I certainly would stick with what Alex says, much more current and in the know.

After all, how accurate can it be with no mention of Alex and Tim and the Barbaromaniacs.

Let's give the student reporter a break. He/she probably didn't know who Barbaro was before this journalistic assignment.

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Yesterday's screen names got a whole new thread going on the other board. Check it out, there are some very creative and humorous names mentioned.

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To Sally - If you are wondering where Barbaro is, he is chatting up a storm on the screen- name board. He seems very pleased so many are interested in what his screen name should be.

California time doesn't help the agonizing wait for an update on LITF.

Enjoy your afternoon Barbaro, rest and know that healing prayers are always with you, sweet boy.

rosemary

To Linda Lee:

There was also another horse named Barbaro, in the 70's (I think that is the correct decade)...so our boy is actually "Barbaro 2"

Hi y'all,

while I love the idea of Barbaro and Fog t-shirts, no, I have not done anything about it. I'm unwilling to use what I see as an inferior product (re: the do it yourself iron ons), as I've tried that with less than satisfactory results.

At some point, hopefully within a couple of months, I'll have various horse prints available. I'm just not 'set up' for it yet. When I reach that point, perhaps I can offer a quality t-shirt or some other wearable art, too. I'll look into what that would entail.
Thanks for the kind words and terrific ideas~

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Leslie!!!!
Don't worry about the slop. There is a cushion under there and a good trainer will know if his horse can handle it. Some horse simply don't like to run in it because, if not a front runner, they get all kinds of mud thrown up in their face. So do the jocks , but they get to wear three pairs of goggles.
Some horses absolutely love it!! Mudders.
And yes, we're just all over the board today...LOL
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Otherlyn,
I swear in my search I found some B. Livingston pics , but it might have been of Count as a foal..I was just too busy wading through how many ways I should count my blessings ÞÞÞ
Love to Family and Posse,
Susan
Believe in Miracles, Believe in Barbaro

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Thanks Otherlyn... (until today I was not reading your name as Other Lyn) Of course in your mind and your family you are the Onlylyn!

The 70's horse would have big hoofs to fill wouldn't he. Maybe he is still alive? Do you know?

Horse Hands Across America!
Keep the Faith!

La Coruna had a nice run at Saratoga!! For a second there I really thought she was going get 1st! But a good second and she's back safe :-)
Exciting race!

Otherlyn,
I answered your trivia question last night-
don't know if you saw that...or if it was the answer you sought.

Bless Barbaro--he's doing great & is comfortable. Hope you're having a great day Bobby, out there healing & grazing in the fresh air & sunshine.

Thoughts & prayers with The Fog today too--may the news be positive, that is our prayer.

Kinscem

Thanks SusanW

Your opinion is highly regarded.

What does it do in terms of wagering? Do heavy favorites go out the window? Does it even out the field for handicappers......not that I am even remotely good at handicapping,...just trying to learn from the experts here. LOL!

Leslie in MN

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Susan W:

"When I am wearrrry and I can't sleeeeep
I count my blessings...instead of sheeeeep
and I fall a sleeeeeep, counting my blessings."

Keep laughing. There is comfort and rest when we concentrate on the blessings.

....carrots are blessings!

Jo, as far as I know, only watching Lady in the Pulpit at Monmouth and Rasta Farian at Saratoga.

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Where in the Forum are the screen names from yesterday? I've been looking and looking but can't find it. Thanks!

Linda R

Shannon...I've just seen race 1 replay at Saratoga where the Jackson's La Coruna came in 2nd.

Waiting for Lady in the Pulpit now...Monmouth is live on tv here so I'll get to see her properly!

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Someone named Studboingboing is in the chatroom.

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Otherlyn/SusanW

Count our Blessing

This is the only info I found on www.pedigreequery.com under the little "I", info area. Sort of a strange comment-

COUNT OUR BLESSING ch. G, 1996 DP = 7-11-14-4-0 (36) DI = 2.27 CD = 0.58 Career Earnings: Unraced

Breeder: Mr. & Mrs. Bertram R. Firestone
State Bred: KY

gelded due to a vicious temper.

Genuine Risk will always be one of my faves-she was such a tough cookie-loved that she took on the colts.

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Linda Lee:

A horse by anyother name would smell as sweet! I am not sure where I found the info in the OtherBarbaro, but it WAS there. I wish I knew how to find more info and/or photos. (sigh)

I will "dig" again,when my list(compiled of all the juicy factoids from this marvelous site) is updated. Whew! Daunting, but I am somewhat obcesseded....more input-more-info-more-input-more-info!

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Anna:

Yes, My Dear, that is correct. ""KICSEN (which translates "My Treasure") is the GREATEST RACEHORSE OF ALL TIME, with 54 wins in 54 starts in her 5 year career. Yes....she WAS a MARE. Her portrait looks eeeeerily loke RUFFIAN.

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Otherlyn - Further research shows numerous offspring of Genuine Reward - too numerous to list here.

Go to http://www.pedigreequery.com/
Search on Genuine Reward
Once the pedigree loads, under "Reports" at the top, select "Progeny" to get the list.

I sure do wish someone would detail all those grandbabies of Genny's!

Dearest, Sweetest Barbaro,

I'm happy each day when I see ACN!! Hope this is another great healing day for you filled with all your favorite things--grazing, eating multitudes of baby carrots, getting brushed and massaged. Remember to go to bed early tonight so you can get many hours or healing sleep while God's angels are watching over you!!!
Love you gorgeous fella!!!

Lisa M., you echoed my prayer for LITF. I'm praying those tumors are gone. or are shrunk to almost nothing. He's such a beautiful horse, and so young to have this happen to him. Praying all day today for the best of news from California.

Susan W., I agree with you about Funny Cide. I still get upset about him losing the Triple Crown as he is one of my favorite all -time horses!! The Funny Cide book was really good reading, too. As to why he might not race if the track is messy, the day of the Belmont the track was really messy and I think Funny Cide DOES NOT LIKE to run in the muck!! I don't think it would necessarily be unsafe for him to race. Could be wrong, though as I'm down here in Alabama and not too many people even know what horse racing is!! It's all about football and NASCAR.

GLAD TO SEE BEAUTIFUL BARBARO IS DOING WELL TODAY. :>) HOPE WE GET SOME GOOD NEWS ABOUT FOGGY LATER. I'M A BIT UNDER THE WEATHER TODAY (MIGRAINE) SO I'LL CHECK BACK LATER.

ALEX, YOU DIDN'T READ MY E-CARD, I HAVE TO SAY, IT WAS QUITE FUNNY TOO -- AND CUTE!! :>) ALSO JUST AN FYI- SOMEONE MADE A JOKE LAST NIGHT ABOUT THE "TWR POLICE" AND I SAID IT WAS FUNNY, I WASN'T REFERRING TO YOU AS I'M SURE YOU KNOW.

MY ECARD IS UNDER MY PRIMARY EMAIL ADDRESS WHICH I WILL NOT POST HERE, BUT IT STARTS WITH CGOR------@AOL.COM. :>) GO READ IN YOUR SPARE TIME!!

LOVE & PRAYERS FOR BARBARO AND FOGGY GETS AN EXTRA PRAYER TODAY,
CHERYL G
INDY
:>)

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Otherlyn

Think of yourself as a HSI...

Give up "Horse Scene Investigator" !

Horse Hands Across America!
Keep the Faith!

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Marg in Main:
Got it! Thank you, thank you. ^-^

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Yes, Linda Lee..."HSI" is good.

I don't know why but it is extremely interesting,and important to me to findout what ever became of them....and to know that they are/or/have lived out a full and happy life. This is the HSI quest. AND, of course, to promote BARBARO's causes, while visiting with all of you wonderful folks.

My prayers go to Barbaro and LITF today - hope we get a good report - waiting with baited breath that's for sure. Wish they'd have told us an approximate time of the test ;)

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Mirth (I think - someone else has a similar name to yours - I remember you are a future vet tech though ;) ) that's great that you sponsored a horse, I'm excited for you! I know it's been posted previously but if you can (or anyone) let me know how I can do that I'd really appreciate it. I'm doing some extra work for my aunt and rather than just spend it I'm going to save the money and put it towards that.

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Had one other idea I wanted to throw out there - I mentioned this yesterday but not sure if anyone noticed - sorry for the repeat.

I was thinking it may be a good idea to post the many links/news/pictures/sites people find and post them all on one website, or I guess even a thread in the forum now that I think about it, which would help everyone to be able to find the info if they can't look at it when they first read the post on the board and have to look through archived posts to find it.

Sorry if this is already being done somewhere, I don't always get to the forum so I'm not sure all that is/isn't there. Any input would be appreciated. I'd be willing to get a webpage created that would do this, if everyone thinks it'd be a good idea. If not, I won't be offended in the least, just at thought I had! :)

Now, Barbaro and LITF you guys heal today and Fog hoping and praying you get a great report today after your tests.

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Also, about the Wild Animal Sanctuary - where is it and where can donations be sent? Sorry if it was posted already I have had to try to do some work today as past few days I've done hardly anything at work! ;) However, I'm tryin to keep up ;)

Ryan

Lady in the Pulpit has been scratched.

Alex:

I have not been here the past couple of days except for a quick hello to Barbaro.

When I came in your main home page looks like its being worked on...it just has a bunch of hyperlinks.

You asked the other day if anyone was having issues with how things looked. So there you have it.

Hello Barbaro. Hope your having a grand day. Be good and play nice. I continue to watch from afar.

Michael's Miracle

Margaret

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Sorry, Alex,

...got carried away. Thanks for the "pull-up,and "woa-back." Will be more concientious.

Alex, y'all,
the 'find' function is quite useful for cruising past what you don't want to read to get to what you DO, as well- if a person prefers to read only about Barbaro or only about Fog, or whatever, at that moment.

if you don't know how to use this, in your browser, up at the top, go to EDIT-select-FIND (or FIND IN THIS PAGE) and this will pull up a box. Type in the name or subject you wish to go straight to and voila!
there you are.

Good Afternoon Everyone,
Does anyone know what time Foggy was having his sonogram?
Thanks
Sharri

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Lunch with Boingy one is over. I'm back.

Thank you, ALEX!!!

THIS JUST IN, a horse trained by Allen Jerkins, got pulled up in the 3rd at Saratoga..

#####33333#####OOPS
hay its me bArbaro

######333333333333333##### oops

anty sally thanks for askin bout me i made a foldur in the diskusshun bords cherul is bizzy today she let me use her screemname now cuz she went onna brake dont know how she braked cuz she isnt waring good shoes for braking they have real high backs
she said maybe when she straps on her feed bucket later i can use her screemname agin today just wanted to say HAY for now and hooever that is in the chat with that funny screemname about studboingboing is an im postur look for my foldur it says HAY its me bArbaro

love ya bye

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ALEX SORRY, HOPE I HAVEN'T BEEN A BAD GIRL, JO AND VICKI CAN WASH MY MOUTH OUT WITH SOAP DURING OUR AOL BARBARO VIGIL IF I HAVE BEEN.

HAVE A GREAT DAY EVERYONE,
LOVE & PRAYERS FOR BARBARO & ESPECIALLY FOR FOGGY TODAY,
CHERYL G
:>)

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uh oh...Sorry, Alex, I'm a laugher, not a fighter!!

Leslie, LMAO, don't look to me for wagering. I don't bet, here's a reason why.
Belmont Stakes, Lemon Drop Kid. Husband says, I like that name, I think I will go online and bet 500 on him. The "expert" here just laughed and said 80-1...LOL. He tried to place the bet, but stopped because registration was a pain, and gee, guess who won the Belmont.
Lemon Drop Kid.
I really hope Ernesto stays away and Funny Cide can run. I am really interested in seeing his progression, and I think this could be a decisive race for him. Not that he would be retired, like I said, being a gelding, he doesn't him much else to do, but if he does poorly in the Woodward AND the Hawthorne, I can see a dropdown.
I hope he does well. I always loved him and Sackatoga Stables.

Love to Family and Posse,
Susan
Believe in Miracles, Believe in Barbaro

Melissa,
OMG what a beautiful job!!!!! I am truly touched.

JUST SAW WHAT MIKE POSTED, IS HE OK, DO YOU KNOW HIS NAME- THE HORSE? GUESS I CAN TURN ON MY TVG CHANNEL.

THANKS MIKE!!

LOVE & PRAYERS,
CHERYL G

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Robyn, here is The Wild animal Sanctuary link

http://www.wildlife-sanctuary.org/

thats the horses name---JUST SAY WHAT---

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Ryan, and anyone else interested:
The site is www.wildlife-sanctuary.org.
They are located in Colorado,run by Pat Craig.
If you can think of anywhere else to post this, please please do so.
Thanks, Jo-Ann

The Barbaro Effect! It has a positive influence on all animal life! I sent a contribution to Southern Animal Foundation, (where Isabella, the Katrina puppy is) which I couldn't have known about without you all. And its all thanks to love for Barbaro. He does so much good. I hope this isn't too much off topic.

Barbaro is at it again. ROFLMAO he he he

ACN, Oh what sweet music to my ears...
Did anyone see that another young horse was euthanized due to broken leg at Saratoga track??
Saw that in the Thoroughbred times while checking out Bluegrass Cat's arrival home!
Hope B gets out a little today, it seems to be a bit dryer in the central Jersey area, not far from the B
Alex thanks again for the updates, could just see Peter combing B and changing the bandages.
Let us know when Foggy word comes out...
Have a good one everyone, off to light candles and say a few prayers.Hope Foggy caught the vibes from the vigil last night..
Ellen in Flemington

Alex,

Thank you for the post on Jenny on the Radio. I have been wondering ever since she was first mentioned here.

Take care.

Oh thank you, Alex! I am nearly in tears but I am so happy to hear the good news on Jenny On The Radio and thank you so much for getting it for us.

Now, dear Jenny beautiful filly, I am giving you that wave of support and recognition that you so whole heartedly deserved for your valiant effort that no one gave you that day as your confused beautiful face was looking out the ambulance window.

So,

Since Bluegrass Cat's fracture was nondisplaced, was there or will there be surgery?

Just coming on board........hubby had the internet tied up 'til now........gheesh is there any biz more important than this!!
Still waiting for info on Fog.....we on the East Coast have a 3 hour later difference so I think we should have the news by 6 P.M. tonight????Yes?? I hope they did the exam this morning.

Hello to my favorite people and of course the love of my life....Barbaro!!
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Did anyone else have an ink signed Dr. R on their postcards? Some of you said you received them but didn't say about Dr. R's signature saying thank you. I wondered if it was just a psuedo signature or a stamp...but it didn't look like a stamp.
God Bless you all.

###### Ryan...the address for Wild Animal Sanctuary is on the discussion board under that name. Thanx!

Jo Ann...wish I knew what else to do. Meanwhile time is running out for those animals

Cathy...Maybe what you can do to help is send their website addy to friends or people or organizations that might be able to help.

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Jo, I don't know if current races need this ## sign but I will put it just incase. I saw La Coruna :) Mike C, I was watching as well and I hope for the best.

I am waiting on Race 6 at Saratoga, We have Michael Matz's Rasta Farian, with Javier Castellano up, There is also Barclay Tagg's, Miracle Moment, with Cornelio H. Velasquez and there is even Todd Pletcher's, Somethinaboutbetty with John R. Velazquez.

Also awesome about this race is, Edgar Prado ( did I mention how much I admire this man?) on Mark Shuman's, Mambo With G, cool name huh? And last but not least, the 18yr old wonder (Jazils history maker ) Fernando Jara on William Mott's, Crystal Current.

Someone asked before if people were more excited about racing? It has been coming back to me slowly since Barbaro. And I have to say, Race 6 at Saratoga is going to be exciting for me. So yes I am excited about racing.

Welcome home, Bluegrass Cat. As Dynaformer said to Bobby, "If you thought racing was fun, wait till you try retirement!" (wink wink nudge nudge).

Foggy, allowing for the two hour time difference, I am trusting that no news is good news at this point.

ALEX--what is the difference between galloping and breezing a horse?

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Mish - sorry for getting your name confused with another my last post - what was the site that you purchased the retired horse?

And if anyone has thoughts on the idea I mentioned earlier let me know at my email address, so we can keep the board focused on Barbaro, etc. I posted before I saw Alex's post (sorry Alex)

Thanks for the reply about the Wildlife Sanctuary - I'll be sure to help out how I can

Anyone know when they may say anything about LITF? I'm dyin here ;)

Ryan

Please. I'll repost because I really want to know

"So,

Since Bluegrass Cat's fracture was nondisplaced, was there or will there be surgery?

Posted by: mish ~ future vet tech at August 31, 2006 06:37 PM"

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sorry Ryan. It wasn't me, though I wish it was and would like the info, too.

"Just heard from Ed Fountaine, Jenny on the Radio is fine. She may be on the vet's list (nothing wrong with that) but she is fine after clipping heals the other day.

Posted by: alex at August 31, 2006 06:19 PM"

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU....
and so on and so forth!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

NOW--to find out about JJ JAKE!!!!!!!!!

Whoa Back! (heard that whilst walking down the middle of the shed row at Tim's stables). My mentor should have taught be better LOL!

###### Well Alex doesn't have to tell me twice. No more whining about my personal life on this message board. It is back to being all about Bobby for me.

Grow Hoof Grow
Little drops of rain make the mighty ocean

Much love to all

Jazz

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Cathy P...Since you are in CA...please let us know if you get any updates on Foggy before the rest of the Barbaro Nation does!!! 108...geez!!
I lived in Scottsdale for 4 years and my first summer it hit 130..OMG

Thaks Alex for the report on Jenny!!!! yeehaa she is gonna be OK!!!

Just saw an update on ESPN here in the Middle East of Barbaro

They also featured LITF, but have not given the status.

I was so excited to see information on US horses!

Just saw an update on ESPN here in the Middle East of Barbaro

They also featured LITF, but have not given the status.

I was so excited to see information on these two!

Okay Jazz, you're ignorant!! Just kidding!! You said call me.....!!! So glad you're back!

Barbaro I see you are online again. I saw some great Bobbycams in the office depot book today while ordering some items for work...yes, I really did some work today...in between checking up on you sweet boy!

Praying for good news for LITF.

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LOL Thanks SusanW

Chris Byers.....I am so happy for Jennys on the Radio and for you because you have been so dilligent in trying to find out if she was ok. Your heart seems as large as Barbaro's.

Thanks to you and to Alex for bringing us the good news!

Leslie In Mn

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Socorro

Ok my roots are showing, Middle East as in Middle East of America? Or Middle East as in, THE Middle East??

ty.

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You know Ryan, I DID sponsor a rescue horse. I don't believe it was a TB and right now can't recall the site. I'll check back a few days in the posts.

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Jazz...Oh how I remember the Purina Horse Chow...hold back on that answer!

witchy woman

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Ooops! Sorry about the double posting.

A couple of quick birthday connects, courtesy of Maid M, and of course FOB without whom this would be impossible. [Maid M emphasizes that we're talking "wow" quotient, nothing else.]

Discreet Cat was born 2 days after Barbaro, same year

Showing Up was born 2 days after LITF, one year later

Cheers,
Friar Tuck

Promising two-year-old colt Rajjaas was euthanized on Tuesday after breaking a leg in a workout at Saratoga Race Course. :(

http://thoroughbredtimes.com/todaysnews/newsview.asp?recno=66139&subsec=2

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Middle East like in the Persian Gulf

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bArbaro,

Thanks for the HAY! :) ;)

Ro & Brady

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Socorro,

Thank you. Awesome. You must have some wickedly beautiful TB's over there.

Oh so happy to hear about Jennys on the Radio. It was such a touching, heart rending post about her on this forum when the incident happened. Just another example of how these beautiful creatures give us their all. Thank you, Alex.

Also just found this nice article on ESPN.com about Brother Derek. Dan Hendricks, his trainer, has some great comments about our boy, Barbaro.

http://sports.espn.go.com/sports/horse/news/story?id=2565632

"I think that was the best race he's (Brother Derek) ever run," Hendricks said. "He had a compromised trip. He could easily have been second with a little luck. But that's what makes the Derby special. That's what makes Barbaro special. He made his own luck, ran fast, and won easily."

Will be rooting for Brother Derek!!

Ooopps, sorry Jazz, that should be Deb!! See what happens when you are at work rushing through the comments!

Another wonderful EARLY Barbaro progress report - Alex thank you SO much for being so early with good news today. KVELLING MIT NACHAS while being privileged to witness The Continuing Miracle In Progress Whose Name Is Barbaro. Looking forward to news on LITF. LIVING PROOF OF THE LIVING TRUTH.

Haven't checked the updates for hours; assume all is status quo and we are still waiting for LITF news - hoping for JUST A LITTLE BIT MORE, please, thank you very much! Grateful as we are, we need JUST A LITTLE BIT MORE . . .

############## - or not? Beats me . . .

Great Horse Songs (That I Did Not Write)

The Horse As "Deus Ex Machina" (example - The Barbaro Effect)

THE BLUE-TAIL FLY (a/k/a Jimmy Crack Corn) - everybody knows the tune (recorded/popularized [in my generation] by Burl Ives, Pete Seeger, Leadbelly, and others.) Reputed to have been Abe Lincoln's favorite song.

refrain: (after every verse)

Jimmy crack corn an' I don't care,
Jimmy crack corn an' I don't care,
Jimmy crack corn an' I don't care,
My Massa’s gone away. (anybody don't know the tune?)

When I was young I used to wait
On Massa 'n bring him his plate,
And pass the bottle when he got dry,
And brush away the blue tail fly.

When he would ride in the afternoon,
I'd follow along with the hickory broom,
The pony being rather shy,
When bitten by the blue tail fly.

One day he ride around the farm,
The flies so numerous they did swarm,
One chanced to bite him on the thigh;
The devil take the blue tail fly!

The pony run, he jump, he pitch,
He threw my Massa in the ditch;
He died and the jury wondered why -
The verdict was the blue tail fly.

They buried him under the 'simmon tree,
His epitaph is there to see:
"Beneath this stone I'm forced to lie,
The victim of the blue tail fly."

REFRAIN ONE LAST TIME

This is a great example of a folk story with an equine as deus ex machina - eh wot? ("My Kingdom for a horse ...") I may be misusing the literary device term, but it sure works for me. Meaning the fortuitous thing, person, event, whatever, that makes things happen, often resolving the plot, that sometimes seems to have come literally from out of the blue (as per its literal stage origin definition).

I AM DEFINITELY ADDING THIS TO MY HORSE SONGS repertoire. In a class by itself, not like Tennessee Stud or Stewball or Oh That Strawberry Roan, great songs all, but about the horses themselves. Blue Tail Fly = HORSE AS DEUS EX MACHINA; which is what's happening with the Barbaro Effect. LITERALLY, haha. Which is why I was not sure whether to ######### this part.

KEEP CALLING YOUR REPS about HR 503, please go to the TWF (which I STILL can't get to - my 'puter maven guy is coming tomorrow) and find out what you can do. This is very serious, the AAEP opposition to the Bill is scary. Not a slam dunk by a long shot. DO IT FOR BARBARO.

######### Anxiously awaiting my "Barbaro with his nose in the roses" tee-shirt from Ernie, convinoballet.org, and pls remember you can get yours and make a contribution to Miracle Horse Rescue at the same time (SUCH A DEAL!) Don't forget to vote for Stephanie Pierce (Nevada) at the volvoforlifeawards.com site, to help General and the other TB's living out their lives at MHR, as pictured for us by Faye who's lucky enough to be hands-on with them. FAYE PLEASE REPOST link to pics and voting site again today.

HOPE PEACE LOVE & MUSIC - CJ the craziest catlady (Blackie's Mother & Pleasure's Aunt) in Hammond IN, f/k/a CJ of T Bar J

"Okay Jazz, you're ignorant!! Just kidding!! You said call me.....!!! So glad you're back!"
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SueH, I said call me what???

My Momma used to say call me anything you want, just don't call me late for supper....

Cheers

Jazz

Alex, will pay particular attention to your request to note comments not directly related to Barbaro with a #####. Thank you again for everything you do here :)

I absolutley LOVED Melissa's new video, what a tribute to many, many great horses. I also really liked seeing the video clip of Bluegrass Cat returning home. I really think he may be glad to be there :)

My thoughts are with LITF today and I am anxiously awaiting the news. Also, Barbaro, hope you are having a great day today! Lots of love to both :)

Alex THANK you for the update on Jenny

#### Chris...beautiful post. I am so relieved to hear Jenny is okay

Sort of fuels the fires of energy for Fog

Love to all,

Cheryl

Out here in California I can find no report for LITF after scanning a few sites on internet. It might be awhile, it's only noon here.

Bless you Big B! I'm visualizing you outside grazing!

Thank you for the beautiful video, Circle of Life. I am truly humbled by it.

Foggy - we're still here praying and hoping. XXXOOO

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Barbaro - you need spelling lessons, Dude. But we love ya any which way.

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Alex: Thanks for explaining the #### meaning.

Jazz: What the heck is the horse chow answer, but thanks for helping me out even though you did not explain the #### - much appreciated.

Which horse was pulled up in the 3rd at Saratoga? My trainer worked as a hot walker for Allen Jerkins before he became a trainer. Allen Jerkins is an excellent trainer....

Went to the Sacramento Bee website and found a writer who did a story on The Fog's cancer. Just sent her an email to see if she can followup or has any news. We'll see. It's noon PST.

Let hope and pray the results are favorable.

Cathy P

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Sarah...Thanks for that link on the young colt being euthanized. I guess people have their reasons for not trying to save their horses. Our Barbaro and Foggy were just two of the lucky ones.

Anxiously awaiting news on our Foggy.

Barbaro...Shouldn't you be outside munching and admiring goats instead of getting hoofprints all over Cheryl's puter???

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Good thinking, Cathy P.

Deb G.
What is a hot walker? I just read that in Ruffian this afternoon. Loving that book!

My thoughts and prayers are with Lost in the Fog on this very important day. You'll be all right sweetie pie...you're surrounded by love. You're in my heart today, and always.

Barbaro, so glad to see you had another comfortable night...just what I needed to hear sweetheart! Be a good boy today and make sure you get plenty of rest for your legs. I love you Barbaro!

There will be miracles...
when you believe.

Alex...thank you for finding out about Jennys on the Radio, that's great news! :-)

Just seen that as well as This Just In, who was pulled up and vanned off in r3,
Sarah's Cash who was pulled up in r1 soon after starting was also vanned off.
Any news on these two?

Foggy sweetheart we believe in you. Fingers and toes are crossed for you, hopefully good news.

####Well Jazz, I was responding to what I thought was your post. The one about "call me ignorant" it wasn't even you....I was just being silly! Of course I am "working" so I was breezing through and I wasn't reading posts right!! Back to work!!

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Hey you wonderful people!!!!

Please remember to use this ######### for non-Barbaro messages.

Thanks and Bless all the Beasts!

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Hi Renee,

Any results with the intercom at work? Do people seem, well, different, after receiving thought altering messages?

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Leslie,
Darn it, I should not have said I wanted Funny Cide to win the Woodward....I am like the "Madden Curse" anyone John Madden puts on the cover of his PS games has a bad year in football.
Ok, taking it back...I don't care who wins!!!
(Can I get any more superstitious?)
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Shannon and (free)Zeena,
I'm glad you're coming back to racing. I could never get out, no matter what. If I let breakdowns get to me, I would have been out long ago. Still can cry though.

Love to Family and Posse,
Susan and For Zeena, Roy and Pen

Believe in Miracles..Believe in Barbaro

What a shame for Rajjaas and his connections. Only 2 years old - just a baby.

Great video Melissa! Enjoyed seeing LITF coming off that plane......

RENEE-

A HOT WALKER is almost exactly what it says, it a person who walks a horse after a race while he's still"hot"..they kind walk the horse till he cools out and can be washed and cared for post race..

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Renee...
A hot walker is used to cool horses down after a workout. Hard to explain, but it is a machine with long arms with lead lines attached. You clip the horse via it's halter to the lead line and the machine walks them around in a circle. Lazy way for us humans to cool our horses down!

Renee Antaya: A hot walker is a stable hand who leads a horse around in the cooling out process following a race or a workout. Walking hots is usually the first job given a novice stable employee then you can go to a groom, assistant trainer, trainer, etc...

Or a human hot walker! lol!

Ok, I am a bit tired, I meant BGC coming off that plane!

Hi Bonnie,
I'm still working on them. The Barbaro effect is know around here, I make sure of it. I am asked how my boy or horse is doing. I love the effect he has.

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ARMANDO DELGADO is an amazing artist. Has has done one on Lost in the Fog.

http://www.painteroflegends.com/lostinthefog.html

Wow, I watched Rajjaas workout at Aqueduct on Saturday, August 5th in the early a.m. hourse, and thought "what a gorgeous horse". My trainer was telling me some history.....Very sad loss....

I have seen the hot walkers. Ahhuh know I know. Thanks!

Deb G.
Sounds like something I would love to do. I just love animals.

Hey Barbaro fans, Foggy has more candles than our B boy!!
Actually given todays circumstances of not knowing how Foggy will fare, it is okay by me.
Raijas was such a tragedy also, it is just so scary...watching racing gives me a whole new perspective now....like when I turn my field dogs loose to run,it is all in God's hands.....keep them safe!

KEEP THE CANDLES GOING FOR BARBARO!!!

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Renee Antaya: You could do it! If you are truly interested, try calling a Stable/Farm around your area and see about the possibility.....you never know!

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Renee Antaya: Warning: Racehorses can be very hard to handle and they BITE!

Thanks DebG.

Just lit another candle for Wonder Boy.

DebG,
I bite too. lol

############### I keep forgetting. Yikes...don't want to ruffle any feathers.

Sorry Main man Alex! :(

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Rasta Farian had a safe run, was on the outside and hung with the crowd, Barclay Taggs, Miracle Moment had the early lead, Mambo held on with Edgar and tired, Amansara came on strong and pulled away with Meribel and fought to the wire for a photo, Meribel took it. Pletchers took third.. Nice race!

is BlueGrass Cat to have surgery? I hadn't heard any more about that, but I read that he was to stand stud in 2007.

#### Renee Antaya: LOL. My horse nearly took a finger off his groom last month - they tranq'd him.

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SusanW

I get a real kick out of the superstition part of racing.....I am not usually a big winner either but the last time I went out to the track, I was wearing my new Barbaro Hat from Horsehats.com. That day I won the Daily Double, and an Exacta, and a Trifecta. So OF COURSE, from now on, I will ALWAYS wear my Barbaro Hat to the track......It's all in the HAT!!!! The BARBARO hat!!!!!!! LOL

Leslie In Mn

Shannon...what an exciting race!! What did he call it? A ding dong battle between Amansara and Meribel? lol

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Renee - If your planning on becoming a hot walker/groom , You had better start eating your wheaties and exercise your right arm/shoulder, you will need all the strength you can muster. Especially when they first wake up! I swear I have literally seen sparks fly out their hooves ;) And it can be hard to keep them on the ground! lol

I lite two special candles for our boys. For those of you not familiar with the lighting of the candles please visit the site below.
God bless Barbaro and Foggy today and always.

http://www.gratefulness.org/index.htm

Is anyone have TVG on? that is where Greg gilchrist first called about Foggy, Just thought he might do it again. Post it if you hear it. Jen

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CJ - here you go - link to updates at Miracle Horse Rescue, which contain links to MHR and Vote for Stephanie link.
:-)

http://www.geocities.com/ansatacustoms/mhr.html

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Jo, yeah, bing bong! I almost spit out my coke! lol

Was very exciting, Amansara was squeezed in there but she was like " Here I come!" and man did she take off!

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As we await news on The Fog, I thought some might enjoy reading the article on bloodhorse.com about Woodbine debuting its new Polytrack surface. CEO of Woodbine says "we owe it to the horses", himself having to have two horses he own euthanized on a racetrack from injuries.

HRTV was comparing all sorts of statistics with respect to this new track vs. dirt. Guess what???

It's fair and unbiased. Now there are NO excuses.
Let's push to do it for the horses. It's the absolute LEAST that can be done.

Holding you in the Light now Beautiful Fog. God guide them to his Hightest Good. God bless The Fog.

Love, Light and Protection

Biting, sparkes from hooves...I think I will visit,ride and admire only. Nose rubs too.

Gloria, thank you for the beautiful poem, so heartfelt, so poignant.

I will continue praying for Foggy today and each day. Hopefully we will hear good news soon.

Yes Mary. God bless The Fog and his family. May God guide them and impart within them wisdom to do what is best for him, and the peace to live with their decision(s). God bless you Foggy and thanks for all the thrilling memories.

I'm in CT its 1:00 in Calif. Geeeeeez nerves are taking a beating about Foggy.

ALEX - thank you for your further clarifications of expected conduct and judicious use of signal #########. I STILL can't get into the forum or chat - expert coming tomorrow - so temporarily I am stuck here, using ####### as needed, and hoping I do not offend anyone.

Had to post again after reading Alex's Comment reporting that Jenny On The Radio is fine. What an investigative reporter! THANK YOU so much for letting us know - and thanks from the bottom of my heart to whoever it was who called her to our attention (who was it, please)?

These horses need to be paid attention and respect, each and every one of them.

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And the other critters too, at the wild animal rescue that's about to close - don't let them be doomed due to revenue !!! . . . it really would be an atrocity. Can somebody call ANIMAL PLANET or something???? Chris Byers, who first called this to our attention, is collecting names of animal rescue places that could possibly take some animals in; here's another one for the list, to please send on: Tiger Creek Wildlife Refuge in Tyler, TX.

########## Faye, are you here? She knows those chapters and verses. There's some biblical quote someone will know, something about, "By their deeds, You shall know them . . ." and something about how ye treat the least of all thy brethern.

LIVING PROOF OF THE LIVING TRUTH
please let The Fog be OK -

HOPE PEACE LOVE & MUSIC - CJ the craziest catlady (Blackie's Mother & Pleasure's Aunt) in Hammond IN, f/k/a CJ of T Bar J (Elgin IL)

Was hoping there was a Foggy update, but I guess nothing yet. Still keeping my fingers crossed.

I was wonderring about Foggy's treatment. The medication they gave him to shrink the tumors? Was the drug a one shot deal? Is it really that fast acting? Or is it the kind of medication that the longer they keep him on it the better the chances of shrinking the tumors might be?? Just curious if anyone knows.

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Re: LITF

Just got back from lunch. No return email from the Sacto Bee writer>

Here's her email and what I wrote in case anyone is interested.

'darrington@sacbee.com'

I'm inquiring on behalf of a large contingent of Barbaromaniacs at the Tim Whoolley Racing site who are waiting with baited breath on the results of The Fogs sonogram. Do you have any news you can share on this?

It would be greatly appreciated.

Cathy P

About our Foggy....
Maybe one of us should call the barn/track he is stabled at in CA??? Am I just too paranoid? yikes

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Hi Shannon...I read a great article today about your very question. I will go find it again and post it here for you. The drug they are using is an ongoing drug I believe. They said if the sonogram shows shrinkage the best treatment for Foggy would be chemo...let me go search now!

Just speculation, but I do know something about the dexamethasone. it is a steroid. we use it on our oral surgery patients to control swellling. im sure its given daily in large doses to try to reduce the tumors. Steroids can do wonderful thins sometime. Jen

An interesting article on Foggy's drug treatment.

http://www.thehorse.com/viewarticle.aspx?ID=7502

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hAY ro its me bArbaro

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Margie

im onle 3# for hevin sakes

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lynn

wares the gote??? i miss him

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jazz

whutup? wats pureena? i dont believe i ever ate a pureena

gotta run cherul took a short feed bag brake gotta wipe off hooffs prints

check out my foldur!! pleese!!! more names..makes peeples laff

love you everbuddy

Does anyone know of a newspaper in the area of GGF that may have latest info on LITF? Maybe some of the media out there are covering The Fog and will have an update. Anyone on here from that area of CA? cindy a.

Cindy Great idea San Francisco Chronicle is the big one!! www.sfchron.com

Cheryl

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Barbaro, where is your folder? I've been looking but can't find it... Maybe Cheryl will let me know if you're too tired from typing.

Linda R

bArbaro....If you would quit hogging Cheryl's puter you might see your goat!!!

I am gonna try and find some of the names posted from yesterday and put them on your Forum.

For those of you that have not visited bArbaro in his forum it is under GENERAL as "Hay it's me bArbaro"...go take a peek!

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Hi, Linda

(ever try pushing 1200 # of horsey rear end out of an office chair? ) It's in the "General" area titled "Hay its me bArbaro"

:)

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Thanks Cheyrl! I was there but didn't see any of the names from yesterday so I thought maybe I was in the wrong spot.

I'll bet it's pretty hard to push 1200 pounds of 3 year old out of a chair... hard enough with 50 lbs of 3 year olds!

Linda R

Greg - I think we have lots of thrilling memories to come with The Fog!

Love, Light and Protection

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Oops, Cheryl... Duh, I spell worse than you Barbaro!

Linda R

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bArbaro - you're back! And you're trying to get us into trouble. We are VERY worried about Foggy, and you know how we get when we're happy or worried. We are trying to behave today, you silly boy. But stay with us, OK? Were you in my office last night?

God Bless Foggy!

Atta Baby (((Jennys on Radio)))!!!! Wonderful news....:):):):):)

((((Alex)))) Thank you!!!!

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Re: Wild Animal Sanctuary

Just attached the Associated Press article re: the closure and emailed to Viewer Relations at Animal Planet

Cathy P

It was Susan from Saratoga I believe that first brought Jenny and her impressions of the track atmosphere to us.

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Thank you Cathy Potter.

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CJ:
Matthew 25:40
"The King will reply, 'I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.'

Matthew 7:20
"So then, you will know them by their fruits (or deeds).

bArbaro,
You have me laughing so hard I'm crying over here. ROFLMAO learn how to spell you silly boy.Kiss the goat

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Cathy P

Just think, until yesterday, you were a lurker right?.
Very much enjoy having you on the board and doing some great PR for the Wildlife Sanctuary.

YOU GO GIRL!!!!!!!
The Barbaro Effect strikes again!

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Chris Byers,

Re: Wild Animal Sanctuary

Here is a link to Black Beauty Ranch. A sanctuary for domestic and exotic animals. It is located in Texas. I apologize if it has been mentioned before. Please take a look! It looks promising.

http://www.fundforanimals.org/ranch/

Hopefully, it helps.

Take care Chris.

Since it's only 1:37 in CA now (3:37 my LA time) maybe I'm a little over anxious. The tests could take awhile. Praying for you Fog!! cindy a

CHERYL JONES, Sorry, I forgot to thank you in my last post for the website address. cindy a

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Lynn, thanks for the link, sounds promising.

Melissa, like the video

Will check back later for Foggy.

Faye, Matthew 7:20 is inspiring and true.

Mary S.
Your message about Foggy and thrilling memories to come was comforting and just what we needed to hear! I think your right!

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Cathy P.
You go girl! That's great about Animal Planet.

Jo-Ann

Alex,

I don't know if this requires ###, but is there a way we can express our concern about Jenny On Radio, too the trainer/owner.

This way they will be aware that alot of people are concerned about her?

Poor baby, looking out and no one paying attention, breaks my heart.

It is 12:45 a.m., here in UAE and I am getting tired. Been waiting to hear about LITF.

Excuse my typing, but it is late.

I am watching / listening to TVG and will be looking for info re LTIF. Will post if I hear anything.

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Thanks Faye - I knew you would know! (See how we are in the same place albeit through different doors . . .) Words to live by . . .

Those are among my faves. I always did fancy Matthew . . .

Thank you too for reposting the links to MHR & pics of General & his friends and how to vote for Stephanie. Will be emailing to my whole address book, including the nonhorsey ones.

btw - speaking of "nonhorsey" - my music partner Fred came up with a good bad one today - we were discussing The Barbaro Effect etc etc and he came up with "horsier than thou . . ." WHAT A LIFE!

LIVING PROOF OF THE LIVING TRUTH.

CJ the craziest catlady (Blackie's Mother & Pleasure's Aunt) in Hammond IN, f/k/a CJ of T Bar J (Elgin IL)

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RE: LITF

Just emailed scott ostler @ the SF Chronicle sostler@sfchronicle.com.

Cathy P

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bArbaro....
Okay, I went back and tried to find all the screennames posted for you from yesterday. I posted them on your forum. Let us know which one you like. If I left anyone out, please post your ideas on the big guys forum.

P.S. Auntie Sally posted some really cute goat pics for you!!!!

Waiting, praying, refreshing, waiting,praying, refreshing, waiting,praying, refreshing .... no news on The Fog yet?????

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Cathy..Thanks for all your work in trying to find out news about Foggy. We are so glad you are part of the Barbaro Family!!!

Hi fellow Barbaromaniacs,

Okay, whassup with Barbaro and goats? I must have missed something. Don't sweat the "okay" and that other article. Listen to our boy. He's out grazing, thinking about fillies, chillin'. Hitting people up for peppermints. He doesn't let the negative hype get to him. Attaboy, Barbaro! Prove everybody wrong. You, too, Fog!

God bless the folks at Woodbine. "We owe it to the horses." YES! Barbaro has ignited his fans, HORSERACING FANS with power. We must continue to speak up for these amazing animals.

Cyberhugs to all,
Peace,
Buckeyes for Barbaro
Kathy from Toledo and the cats

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Just saw a steeplechase race on TVG - everybody stayed upright. Missed details - weren't we just talking about steeplechase racing? Check out TVG, didn't know they showed them. CJ in Hammond IN

RE: Foggy

Okay family, I couldn't stand the waiting so I called Golden Gate Track where Foggy is stabled. They do not have any info on Lost In The Fog yet. I gave her my number, so if I get a call (highly unlikely) I will let everyone know.

Hi Sweet Boy,
Time for me to think about going home. I hope you had a wonderful day, got some grazing in, a little sun, and just enjoyed your walk. Have a restful evening tonight, munch on some good treats, and as you go to sleep count the goats going over head. May the angels hold you tight and keep you safe and healthy.I love you Barbaro!
God Bless you and keep you,
Renee

I will check in later for news about Foggy. Take Care Barbaro Buddies. Great Day.

Oh by the way..I explained to the gal at Golden Gate that we are a group of folks following Barbaro that have met by posting on the Tim Wooley Racing Website and we are all very concerned. I told her the site gets over 12,000 hits a day...
Her response..."Oh wow...that is incredible"!!!
She also said they have been getting alot of calls about Foggy today...ahhhhhh!

Hello Team BARBARO
I went to NBC 1:30 today. Steve went up earlier.
All was good. Our boy is going well.
We are so happy for his continued healing.
We are praying for Lost in the Fog.
Also please add a girl named Special to prayer list.
Thank you for lunch today, what a surprise!
You guys are unbelievable.
God Bless, have a wonderful evening.
We Believe
Alie

Lynn,

I read somewhere it was 12,000 before Barbaro had laminitis, after that it went up to 16,000.

Correct me if I wrong.

Come on everyone - let's get those prayers going for Lost in the Fog right now!

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Oh man! Staying up late and trying to type, bad choice. It is 1:11 a.m., Friday where I am.

Alex just posted an update above on LITF

ALEX
Thank you so much for the update on The Fog. Though no info yet on whether the tumors have shrunk, at least they ear exploring options and giving good things time to happen. I continue to pray for a miracle!!!

Alex - Thank you so very much for the Foggy update.

Big B. and Foggy - a good night to you both. We are all with you guys in thoughts and prayers. XXXOOO

Alie - thank you for the update.

Peace and love to our Carrot People on this site.

Alex, thank you and thank Jeannine for the update on Lost in the Fog. We have been thinking of him all day and waiting for information. We are all so hoping the tumors have gotton smaller.

We love you, Foggy, please continue eating well and keep those spirits up! We are all with you, as we are with Barbaro!!!

Waiting for tomorrow to come and with it, excellent news regarding your health.
Love,
Daphne and Pee

Thank you, Jeanine Edwards, for the informative report on LITF. It is both optimistic and realistic, and all the details are interesting and much appreciated..

I think it's a pretty good report: "Next month.." So much better than the grim report we first got.

Barbaro, I hope you went outside and are having a day befitting a king.. and I hope you have no discomfort whatsoever, please God.

Thanks for the update on the Fog! Praying the news will be good tomorrow.

Looking forward to hearing that Barbaro had another comfortable day!

Alex,

Thank you for the update. I will take a little nap and check later. Thank you for everything.

Just came across this story on Funny Cide, sorry if it's been posted before - I LOVE the picture!
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/14606628/from/RS.1/

He's adorable :)

Alex, thank you for posting the infom you have on LITF. We are all thinking of him and sending happy, healing thoughts and prayers. Please let them know how many people are behind him during this time.

Barbaro, Hope you are having a great day. I think of you always throughout my work day and check every few minutes to see if there is any news about you. Keep that handsome chin up, enjoy some baby carrots with the greens of course, and keep smiling. LOTS of love, BIG horsie hugs, kisses, ear scratches, nose rubs and MUCH LOVE!!!!

ALEX, THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR POSTING THE LITF INFO

JEANNINE, THANK YOU FOR LETTING US KNOW WHAT IS GOING ON WITH LITF. I'M SURE YOU KNOW HOW THIS BUNCH WORRIES!! cindy a

Alex, excellent update from Jeannine, Thank you both.

"The problem is that cancer is very rare in equines, and so the treatment data is relatively obscure. Perhaps Foggy will become the "poster horse" for successful cancer treatment. "

Let's hope so!

ALEX...Thank you so much for the Foggy info...sounds so promising...another Poster Pony...yea!!

Okay now I can go drink my Barbarotini with a happy heart! Be back tonite!

Thanks Alex for the LITF update.

Lets all pray that the meds he got last week were able to shrink those tumors!! Hang in there big guy, and be strong!!! We are pulling for you to get better!!

Shrink tumors, Shrink, shrink tumors, Shrink!!

Socorro...I thought I read 12,000 in Alex's newspaper interview...maybe I had too many Barbarotinis when I read it!!! ROTFL!

Alex: Thanks for the update on LITF. Greg must be overly emotional with all going on. I commend him for his positive thoughts and strength!

Ok, pray for us here in NC - we have the Hurricane watch issued and state of emergency. Weather is TERRIBLE!

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Oh Deb...I'll keep you in my thoughts...stay safe!

Afternoon Barbaro,

Glad to hear you're doing well. Let's hope your Buddy LITF hears good news from his tests.

I've not read through all the posts, so if I'm repeating something I apologize. There are a couple of new pix at the end of Sabina's photo album of Barbaro - pictures of her taking pictures of him. Cute!

http://www.sabinalouisepierce.com/Barbaro.htm

Babara and 4 cats trying to keep dry

Alex,
Thank you for the updates. Foggy you can beat this. Stay positive like Bobby. Keep the faith and remember your Creator loves you very much and so do we. He has a MIRACLE in the making for you just like your friend Bobby. Prayers are very powerful. Nothing is to big for God to handle. Our prayers and thoughts are with Bobby and Foggy.

God Bless the Barbaro Family.

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And a hey to you Lynn, in Austin

Thanks Alex & Jeannine

You can beat this Fog, keep that spirit alive and kicking. You are not alone, on this path you are taking, we are all here with you.

Hope you had a good day of healing Barbaro, your miracle continues brave soul. Soldier on.

Dear Alex,

Thank you so much for updating on LITF. You really take care of us! God Bless and protect Barbaro and Foggy!

Thank you Jeannine, and thank you Alex! I have been waiting for this all day -- as has everybody else!

It sounds good. I love the idea of Fog doing what he wants to do. What wonderful people he has!

#### Lynn in Austin: Thanks! My backyard is already flooded - poor ducks (forget about my house, it's all about them!).......and I thought ducks liked all this water!

Dear Alex
Thank you so much for the post on Fog!!
I am willing to bet that all the great oncology specialists from all over the country are putting their heads together for this beautiful boy.

Here because we BELIEVE!!!!

Cheryl

Hi Alie

Thanks for your note. You all are the BEST!!

Cheryl

Alex--

Thank you very, very much for the update on The Fog. And thanks to J. Edwards.

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So Rasta Farian didn't win? Blast!!! :o(

Thanx for the update Alex!...

Gonna go light some more candles...be back later y'all

Barbaro Fans, God bless you! I am so happy Barbaro has so many good people that love him. I am elated that he is doing so well. I pray daily for him. I feel like he is so blessed having kind and smart people like Dr. Richardson looking after him. God bless animal lovers! Animals have feelings and can feel pain. I don't understand people that don't feel that way. I am just thankful Barbaro's people value him. He has brought so much courage to my life. He is my hero!

I love you, Barbaro, and I believe in you!!!

To everyone supporting Barbaro, God bless you!

Thanks Jeannine and Alex for the LITF report. More waiting and hoping for good days one after the other, and hoping to hear something positive from the tests. I now feel free to leave TVG and go on my way. No longer glued to the TV.

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Alie from KF, in her post after a trip to NBC, said we should also add "a girl named Special" to the prayer list. Anyone know anything about her? In any event, please do so. THANK YOU ALIE.

CJ in Hammond IN

Thank you Alex and Jeanine for the update.

Prayers for both Foggy and Barbaro.

God Bless Barbaro
God Bless You
God Bless Special

you all have a great day
Special is special!

The news on Foggy is really encouraging!
"Perhaps Foggy will become the "poster horse" for successful cancer treatment"
Watch this space! :-)

Alex and Jeanine, thanks so much for the Foggy update...I think it sounds encouraging, even though we won't have official results until tomorrow.

God bless Foggy, where there is life, there is hope....

God bless Big B, too!

Merci Bien, Gracias to Alex for the update on LITF. Perhaps this loving care of a horse will become a role model for other owners as it seems Big B's care has done.

Blessings to Mr. Gilchrist and Harry the owner (sorry, can remember last name).

Fingers, toes, legs, arms, and eyes are all crossed for (((LITF)))

You are in my thoughts Funny face.

To all interested in the anti - slaughterhouse legislation and I believe that is most of you. I received a long email from Rep. Dave Weldon of Florida. It was rambling about the overpopulation of wild horse and the drain on the economy, blah, blah, blah. I got the clear impression that he does not support the ban of slaughterhouses. (He never actually said "yes" or "no"). I want to make those of you traveling to Washington aware of this as I suspect you probably want to visit those opposed to the ban rather than "preach to the choir". I emailed back that I was going to tell every horse person I know about his position and do everything I can to see that he does NOT get re-elected. Needless to say, I am very upset about this.

Janice

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Then special positive thoughts for Special who is special as well.

Cheers,
Friar Tuck

call Weldon and leave a message on his machine,
his phone # 321-632-1776
By the way the guy does not even have a machine for his DC based phone #, I guess he really doesn't care what his voters think.
Call him in Florida tell him what you think

Thanks
Friar Tuck
I'll give you her (d.o.b. in the am)

I looked Weldon up. He's got an interesting voting record, so I'm not surprised.

Hoping for good news on LITF. Will keep on praying for this beautiful horse.

Barbaro you handsome boy, you have sweet horsey dreams tonight (stay off that computer tonight and get some sleep!)

Thank you Alex for all you do!

Have a blessed night Barbaro family!

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Janice, It's the USDA that should also be targeted in Wash DC. They are allowing the meat inspectors to be fee-based,working directly against congressional stopping of funds, thereby sanctioning the entire cruel, sordid nightmare.

It'great that one of ESPN reporters sends reports to Alex! We get it from Michael on Barbaro and from ESPN and Alex on the rest of the horses.

TO MY DEAREST ANNOINTED ONE:

So happy that you are continuing to be "OK" every day ... "OK" to me means that you're great in 'manspeak' ...

Last Night I 'vigiled' for one full hour between 7 and 8 PM ... lighting so many virtual candles at gratefulness.org for Bobby and Foggy ... I played inspirational music by my favorite singer/songwriter, Neil Diamond. I smiled and I cried and I prayed and thanked God for healing both of you.

I haven't posted for a day or so, but I've been reading all of the posts here.

BELATED HAPPY BIRTHDAY GREETINGS TO DR. RICHARDSON YESTERDAY ... THE GREATEST MIRACLE WORKER SINCE ANNIE SULLIVAN WITH HELEN KELLER. 'NUFF SAID!

BELATED HAPPY BIRTHDAY GREETINGS TO JEANETTE C. ... Hope it was happy and "Barbarolicious!!"

THANKS TO SHERRY FOR HER KIND REMARKS A COUPLE OF DAYS AGO ABOUT MY 'CHEERLEADER' POST ... I ONLY HOPE THAT I CAN DO AS GOOD A JOB AS THE 'REAL' CHEERLEADERS DO FOR OUR BOBBY!

WELCOME TO ALL THE NEW POSTERS HERE ... I LOVE NEW INPUT AND PERSPECTIVES ... THE FAMILY IS GROWING FOR OUR DEAREST BOBBY ... HALLELUJAH!!

I have read almost all of the articles about Bobby, Foggy, Bernadini, 'Cat ... etc. What can I say ... They all deserve our respect, our merit, and our recognition. But in my heart it will always be "Big Red" and "Bobby" for me ... nothing will ever take that away from me.

Obviously, I survived that nasty male intruder named "Ernesto", and I'm happy to read here that all other Floridians also made it through. Now I hope for the same for the Carolinas and other 'threatened' areas in his path. May you all be safe and warm and dry from the gathering storm.

And again, continued thanks to Tim and Alex for this "Barbaro Nation Home" ... a place for comfort, dialogue and, most of all, love!!

OK, I think I'm caught up for now and just waiting for more 'news' on Foggy's tests ...

Thanks Allex for the update on The Fog.
Can't wait for the good news tomorrow.

a MONTH...they would have a better idea of whether or not Foggy is going to make it. That's a whole lot better than the "2 weeks to live" we heard 10 days ago.

Just read that the 24-hour wait on Foggy is to compare the sonograms and blood tests taken today to those taken two weeks ago to see if there is any change.

Here's hoping for the best.

Bobby, I know it's going to rain for the next few days. Hopefully, looking for peppermints on the window and lots of attention will keep you busy. You're meant to see and feel a lot of sunshine.

Thank Jeannine Edwards for us Please!

OH THAT VIDEO OF BLUEGRASS CAT WAS SO SWEET, NEVER HAVE SEEN A HORSE GET OFF AN AIRPLANE BEFORE, I FEEL SO MUCH MORE WORDILY NOW!!!LOL!! I'M STILL SO BUMMED ABOUT BC, I'M SURE TP IS EXTREMELY UNHAPPY, IT'S BEEN A TOUGH SEASON FOR THESE THOROUGHBREDS.

TIME TO PRAY FOR FOGGY & BOBBY!!

LUV & PRAYERS,
CHERYL G
:>)

BARBARO,so happy to hear all your good news....

Alex,Jeanine and Alie thanks for all updates.

Praying for FOG!(beautiful drawing Anne)

Awesome drawing of Mr Matz and YOU DEARIE ....Thanks for posting Alex!

Love to BARBARO!
Linda A
Oregon

ALEX,

Thank you SO much for the good news about Jennys on Radio. Isn't it amazing that JUST ONE SAFE HORSE matters so very much? I'm so happy! I'll email Jeanne at FlyingFilly so she can take Jennys off their Lost & Found page.

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Ryan,

Sorry to be so late responding. I've been out most of the day, just catching up on posts.

I'm not the vet tech, but I am sponsoring a beautiful bay gelding named Cool Storm who lives in WillKill NY. I found him through the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation, mentioned on this site, of course. Their homepage is http://www.trfinc.org/index.php and you can read there about retired Thoroughbreds available for adoption or sponsoring. These horses are not winners, they're just lovely racehorses who could easily have ended up in slaughterhouses had they not been rescued by these wonderful organizations.

I'm going to meet Cool Storm in 10 days, and I can hardly wait! There's a photo of him, and his very sad story (before he was rescued) at http://www.trfinc.org/sponsor/avail.php?id=3

Thanks so much for asking about TRF.

Mirth

Alex, thank you again for kkeping us all posted. Perfect timing too!! I can now leave my office with happy thoughts and enjoy my evening :)

Will check back in later to see what's up.

Barbaro, have a wonderful evening. Enjoy your dinner and get some rest. Dr. R is returing soon so you want to be in tip top shape for him :) I knwo that he has missed you as much as you have missed him. I wish that I could be there to feed you some tasty snacks, but I will settle for looking at your handsome face in pictures. One day, you will have to meet all of your loyal fans :) BIG horsie hugs, kisses, ear scratches, nose rubs and MUCH LOVE!!!! You are always in my heart.

Alex-that stunning sketch you posted above, "Horse of a Lifetime"...how can one purchase a copy?

Thanks,

Cathy from North Carolina

>>I received a long email from Rep. Dave Weldon of Florida. It was rambling about the overpopulation of wild horse and the drain on the economy, blah, blah, blah. I got the clear impression that he does not support the ban of slaughterhouses.>> Janice

I can see why you're angered. His solution is to kill these beautiful creatures. Does he know **wild** horses aren't the only ones who meet that horrible fate? Ignorant. I know this sounds crazy -I know nothing about wild horses. But could there be a massive program to geld stallions, in an effort to control the populations? It would be an enormous undertaking I imagine, but overpop. is a serious problem in the animal world, with other bad ends beside slaughtehouses. It's the only other solution I can think of.. Is it ridiculous and impossible?

Thanks, Alex, for the update. It's great to know that Barbaro is doing well, and it's evident that Michael cares so much for him.

Foggy, I keep praying for you and hoping that you can beat this illness.

Welcome home, Bluegrass Cat!

Love from Lexington,
Jannie

Barbaro's comfortable and has had two visits from Michael...all's good! :-)
I'll say goodnight now, Bobby...sweet, stud muffin filled dreams, as always. I'll be back in the morning. I love you, baby boy XOXOX

Foggy, you're in my thoughts...I'm staying positive for you too, brave one! XXXX

A special thought for Special...sounds like she needs some love and positive energy sent her way. You've got it, Special XXXX

Just got in from work. Hoping for news on Fog. I'm on West Coast time and I can't stand it. It must be rough on the East side and for Jo(UK).

Lighting candles for a good report. My best to all.

Good news about today....still on pins & needles for the Fog. Good night to all.

Hay Everyone - just got home from work - had a good day.

Barbaro - hope your day went well - Michael came to visit and is going to visit again - what a lucky boy you are! I'll check on you later my love. xxoo and scratchies.

News on Foggy sounds good - putting on weight - thats a good sign. He gets to do whatever he wants - thats just wonderful. xxoo and scratchies to Foggy.

Aunty Sally

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Did Alie say who Special is????

Has Barbaro been on today?

Alex
Thank you for all the updates! Hoping for the best for Foggy... but yes ANOTHER MONTH is certainly better than 2 weeks!

Good night all!!

Ro & Brady

PS. Intersting news about cancer. http://abcnews.go.com/WNT/story?id=2379761&page=1

Barbaro, glad you had another comfortable day! I'm sure you'll have ACN! Don't you just love your Michael Matz who loves you dearly!?!?!

Alex, the "Horse of a Lifetime" is too awesome.

Oh my gosh...we made the local Kennett paper...

Precious Barbaro - My beauty, my brave boy, UNDEFEATED CHAMPION, I am so proud of you. Every day brings you closer to complete and perfect health. You are getting there - yes! We love and admire you beyond words. We are here for you always.

Thank you Lord for answering our prayers and continuing to heal our beloved Barbaro.

Hi, Christine:

The way I understand the wild horse situation is that it is not so much that the population is out of control,it is that the grazing land is disappearing. Because of all the land development going on, land where they used to graze are now homes, malls, etc...It is such a shame...

Bobby is so blessed to have special people that love him so. I hope he and Michael enjoy their time together.

Speaking of special people, I think The Fog also has a very specisl person in Mr. Gilchrist. If you look at Barbara Livingston's album of LIFT, you can just see the love Gilchrist has for him in all the photos of them together. I am praying very hard that tomorrow's announcement about the tummors will be good.

ALEX
Thanks for keeping us updated on all this.

Hi All,

Just got home from work as well. Checking in on Bobby and heading to the chat room for a spell.

Cheers

Jazz

RE: Wild horse land situation

..habitat loss is part of it. I am also given to understand that these lands are managed by the Bureau of Land Management, Dept. of the Interior, and cattle and sheep ranchers, and some mining and logging companies, lease grazing, mining, and timber rights on Bureau lands. Usually these leases are for pretty cheap prices, especially the grazing rights. Sometimes wild horses and burros are just in the way of these business interests. Guess who loses.

What a great drawing of Michael Matz and Bobby!

d

what drawing - WHERE

>>The way I understand the wild horse situation is that it is not so much that the population is out of control,it is that the grazing land is disappearing. Because of all the land development going on, land where they used to graze are now homes, malls, etc...It is such a shame...

Sue W>>>

Ah! Sure thing. I go to FLA every few months and you can see the overdevelopment in Palm Beach/Broward. It IS a shame.

OK, who's SPECIAL??

Don't everybody go raise your hand..

Hey Buddy Barbaro,

Hope you had a "happy healing" day. You are in my thoughts constantly, and I pray every day that our Heavenly Father will bless you with his healing power, to restore you to your natural perfection. You are my Magnificent Champion!

Now it's time to say your prayers:

Now I lay me down to rest,
With thoughts of all who think "I'M BEST"
When I awake and find you here,
So happy knowing that you all are near,
Carrots, apples and spearmint, too,
Sent with love from all of you,
I feel your love and best wishes each night,
Just want you to know, I'm winning this fight,
Heavenly Father, bless all who care,
For all your creatures, through daily prayer. Amen

Rest well, big guy! We'll be here for you, every step of the way.

Blessings to all,
Faith

####Sally, Sally, Sally,

You crack me up. Click on Michael Matz and Barbaro above!

Christine, EVERYBODY is special on this site! :-)


Alex, can't keep up with all your good postings today, waiting for the update on The Fog and all the events of the upcoming weekend. Few light clouds rolling into Saratoga this eve, let's hope the forecast fizzles into just drizzles. And all have ACN!!


--Peace, Susan in Saratoga

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Holy Horse - that is an awesome sketch!!!!

Susan E. Regarding wild horses amd BLM, right you are!! The wild horses are out with no place to go after everyone else gets their rights to the Bureau land...the business interests always come out on top, you are so right, excellent point!

The BLM are the ones who round up the wild mustangs and offer them for sale. Some find nice homes, others, unfortunately, fall into the wrong hands..We have adopted several wild mustangs at out barn..They are so smart, very healthy and sound..Just need to have a good trainer to get them gentled, because they are wild indeed!!

To kathi - thanks so much for the local phone number for Dave Weldon. I will pass it around to everyone I know.

To Dale - You're right on - I did read that the USDA has definitely been on the wrong side of this.

To Christine - I don't know if that solution is feasible or not, but do think it should be investigated as a possibility.

To Sue and SusanE - land for grazing - I believe you're right about that issue.

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To Christine - I think Much of Florida is becoming overdeveloped. South Florida is probably the worst, but guess what's happening - many S. Floridians are all moving up the coast. I'm in central/east coast Florida. I have 2 new neighbors - next door and across the street - both moved up from S. Florida.

Janice

Alex,
Do you also do the updates on Tim's horses from the button on the right of the Update screen? I check them from time to time but notice that the races mentioned for the future are now in the past. You probably update at the top of the page but sometimes I miss those. I didn't type the #### since you said you skip those messages. Is there a way you prefer we ask you a question, i.e., the Message Board? Love, love, love this site but my "to do" list grows by leaps and bounds: call my representative, write a letter, send donation to..., etc. All such worthwhile causes that I otherwise would have no idea about. Well, I'm not trying to add to your "to do" list...just wondering. Thanks.

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To our Barbaro family members in N.C. & S.C. and others in Ernesto's path. I'm praying fervently for your safety.

Janice

Sweet Barbaro, good night. Dream of green pastures, that cute lil mare...may all your dreams come true.

Foggy,with you Boy. Sleep well and keep doing whatever it is you want.

Just wanted to say Goodnight to Family, Posse, Alex and Team Barbaro.
Off to watch the game.
Love to all,
Susan
Believe in miracles. Believe in Barbaro.

Hi All/Alex,

Was it ever clarified what the reason was behind the "O.K." the other morning. Was Barbaro a little under the weather? They may have instructions from Dr. R to keep the updates brief.
Keeping the faith.

Michael Matz is obviously so dedicated to Barbaro, and I am so thankful there are kind, compassionate, generous people such as Mr. Matz in this world. I have no doubt his visits with Barbaro are as tremendously healing for him as they are for Bobby. Thank you Mr. Matz for your love of this animal so many of us have come to think of as our own. Your kind heart and giving nature will be rewarded, many times over, of this I am absolutely sure. You're one in a million, and Barbaro is very fortunate to have you in his life.

Barbaro, I hope you have another comfortable night. Dream sweet dreams, and get lots and lots of healing rest. You are such a joy and I am so very proud of you and how hard you have fought to get well. You are a champion through and through and I will always, always love you! Good night sweetie pie. Hugs, kisses and nuzzlies to you.

There will be miracles...
when you believe.

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Fly Eagles Fly,

On the road to Vic tor ree

Fight Eagles Fight

Score a touch down 1....2...3....

Hit 'em Low, Hit em High...

And watch our Eagles Fly.

Fly Eagles, Fly

On the road to Vic tor ree

E..A..G...L..E...S EAGLES!

Jazz

Hey babycakes! time to call it a night! And no staying up using Cheryl's puter, you need your rest!

Barbaro sweetie, have a good rest on that sweet smelling hay, dream of your buddy, Dr R and maybe a goat or two.

Hugs and smoochies. Will be here in the morning to get the latest update on you.

Foggy, I hope that the news tomorrow will be positive, that the tumors are shrinking. Keep strong!

Nighty, night, Barbaro, time to get you tucked in and comfy for the night. I'm sure your stall is nice and cushy with fresh straw, all ready for you to catch some zzz's. Sweet dreams, get lots of rest and let the hoof grow.

God bless Barbaro, make his bones mend and be strong, keep him in Your care.

God bless Foggy, keep his appetite good, make him strong to fight the tumors off...

See you in the morning!

Dear Foggy,
I'm anxiously awaiting the results of your examination. Guess I'll have to wait a little longer. In the meantime I'll be praying that our Heavenly Father's healing life, love and strength are now flooding every cell of your body, making you whole and well.

Hang in there, champ! Help is on the way.

Blessings to all,
Faith

Could this be Special???

http://www.pedigreequery.com/special4

I wonder what happened??????????

Alex, Could you answer me a horse question? Or does this belong on the forum? I never know.

Don't get me wrong here. I'm NOT trying to be inappropriate. I have geldings. When they set up to urinate, they get up on their very tippy toes on their hind legs to go. How in the heck can Barbaro do this with two casts on his hind legs??? Wouldn't it be extremely uncomfortable?

Hi All -- missed the update on Jennys on Radio, sounds good? So glad, thanks Alex.


XXXXX Now for a sweet scene at Saratoga today. A grey pony named Sonny was trackside entertaining a group of small children this afternoon. With a mouth as soft as silk he politely took mint after mint from their small hands (some just toddling, held up by parents) He was a rock star with the kids. Kind, patient, and big, showing the best of horse to future American voters, maybe even a congressman in the group.(had to say it!) Parents were in awe of him and how he held the kids in his kind spell.

One dad said they'd brought baby carrots a day ago and Sonny looked at them with disdain, wanting the mints. (We know somebody who's not so fussy!) So ends a good day at Saratoga, night to all -- Susan in Saratoga

Alex thank you again for your coverage and dedication to us....we really appreciate you!!
Sweet Dreams Bobby
Sweet Dreams LITF
As someone "upscroll" put it God is in control and has His hand on our boys!!
And if He is with us ...who can be against us.

Be back bright and early tomorrow with Jo....

Sweet dreams Barbaro and Lost in the Fog - good night and may the angels keep their watch over you both.

Soldier on boys

Wow - who did the drawing of Bobby and Michael Matz - well, CR King, but who is that - anyone know?

Love, Light and Protection for Bobby

I wonder how much Dr. Richardson has missed Barbaro on this vacation? I'll bet more than he even imagined. I would love to see how many times he calls to check on "the horse". Barbaro is truly lucky to have people like Michael Matz and Peter Brette that are there for him every day (twice a day today).

Alex, when you see Micahel Matz tomorrow morning make sure to tell him we appreciate what he's doing for Barbaro. He's a one in a million trainer and person for that matter.

Ashley

Good night family

Sending love to Bobby, team Barbaro and to all of us.

Jazz

Team Barbaro!

Time to tuck both Bobby and LITF in for the night.

The drawing of Michael Matz and Barbaro is priceless. So beautiful.

LITF, my Long Time Sun, my prayers are with you for positive results from your tests today. Keep doing what you are doing. Love you to pieces.

Barbaro, its time for you to be tucked in as well. Sweet Dreams...get ready for some rainy times...but don't fret - Dr R. will be back soon. Shine on you crazy diamond.

Take care, everybody.

Healing and Peace,
Lyn Gilbert

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OTHERLYN, Thanks for the info on Genuine Risk, I haven't thought about her in a while. I enjoyed the Liz Tobey website. You are right, her son doesn't look as good as she does. I hope he is ok. Also, I saw Mr Prospecter's picture there. Mr P is the grandsire of my 14 yr old gelding. I adopted him several years ago when he could no longer race (bowed tendon). But I don't see many pics of Mr P so it was nice to see him. My horse looks ALOT like him. Sorry, I'm rambling! I just wanted to let you know I enjoyed the info! cindy a

Susan in Saratoga - thank you for that lovely story.

Good night Bobby, LITF and Barbaro family.

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My prayers for all those in Ernesto's path.

Janice

MIRTH- KISSES & HUGS TO YOU-- WHAT A WONDERFUL THING YOU ARE DOING WITH COOL STORM, SPONSERING HIM!!! :>) BE SURE AND TAKE SOME PHOTOS OF HIM WHEN YOU TWO MEET SO WE ALL GET TO SEE HIM, YOU CAN POST PHOTOS IN THE DISCUSSION AREA. I DID LOOK AT YOUR LINK THOUGH AND HE LOOKS BEAUTIFUL.

GREAT JOB, KUDOS!!! :>)

LOVE & PRAYERS FOR BOBBY, FOGGY, & EVERYONE,
CHERYL G

Hay all of you in Ernesto's path - please stay safe!!!

XXOO

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ALIE
I lit a candle for Special....could you tell me her story? I would like to know just what kind of prayers to send her way.

I am in NC and getting pummelled by RAIN and WIND....hoping I don't flood too much and my roof stays on!! I think my ducks like it though! I have a pond/small lake in my backyard - praying it does not find its way to my home!

Deb G - stay safe!

Hay everyone - I'm going to bed.

Barbaro - you stretch out in your straw - with your blankie, have sweet horsie dreams, dreams of carrots and studmuffins, grazing in the grass, goats of all colors. I love you sweetie. XXOO and SCRATCHIES!

Foggy - you do the same - stretch out and have sweet horsie dreams. XXOO and Scratchies

Aunty Sally

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Thanks Sally in Key West! Kind of spooky. Lots of soldiers at Fort Bragg were loading trucks up with sandbags since this afternoon right into the night! In the pouring rain! Any news on LITF?

Eagles????? One of my horse's names is "Way of an Eagle" FLY EAGLE FLY!! woohooooo (his first race is next month!

Hello Barbaro,

I read the updates earlier tonight and it sounds like you got TWO visits from Michael! I bet you are over-the-moon right now after spending some wonderful time with him. He adores you Honey. He simply adores you.

Now it's time to put away your toys and get you ready for bed. Dream only sweet dreams Barbaro. Tomorrow brings you closer to having Dr. Richardson back in your day.
Sleep well Honey. I'll be back first thing in the morning. I love you so much.... XXOO

Thanks to all for all your be safe thoughts tonight I am in Charlotte NC and right now all is calm. Have a Agn Bobby and keep healing...also sending my best to Foggy for those tumors to shrink... Thank you again Alex for all you do!! Love and good thoughts to all the other Barbaromaniacs...

Grow hoof grow...
Heal bones heal..
Shrink tumors shrink...

Liz in NC from KY

Good luck and safe passage to all in Ernesto's path.

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Deb G, when and where is Way of an Eagle's first race???!!!!

Bobby-good night, sweet Starshine. Sleep well and heal. Dream about your TWO visits with your Michael today!!!! Be careful getting up and down, and have ACN. See you tomorrow for ACD!

Good night, Foggy and Jennys.

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I want to thank all of you from the bottom of my heart who put your feelings down in my book. We have 87 pages. So, keep writing guys I thank you so much, and I'm sure the Jacksons and all involved with Bobby will too.

I guess bArbaro got in trouble today cause he hasn't sent any posts lately. Shame, he was keeping us laughing.

I was just wondering,since Michael and Peter both know how to change Barbaro's bandages,and since his regular vet Kathy is at Fair Hill,
isn't it reasonable that he could go there when he is a little better,but not good enough to go home to the Jacksons?Wouldn't it be somewhat
therapeutic to be around his groom,and handlers??

Dearest Bobby, you continue to do well. I love hearing that you are comfortable. The detailed enthusiasm of our friends at Kennett Florist also helps to bring a sigh of relief to us all, I am sure, as we hang onto every word as to how OUR BOY is doing. I love you so, Barbaro. Now rest & heal, have a midnight snack in bed, & I'll see you in the morning - MY HERO. Love, prayers, & hugs. XXOO

Bluegrass Cat, I'm so proud of you -- it was delightful watching you step off the plane & into your van. You're a smart boy, it's easy to see. It appeared that you walked comfortably down the ramp. I wish you solid & perfect healing & a very happy retirement for many, many years to come. God bless.

Lost in the Fog -- many prayers & thoughts going up for you. May you feel love & healing surrounding you. We want you to be our poster horse for your remarkable treatment & recovery. You can do it boy!

The candles remain burning in my garden. Love, peace, & well-being to Alex & all those who love Barbaro! Good night all :>) from Cheryl -- NY, Frosty & Chatterbox kitties

Thank you, ALEX, for your posts today.

special prayers for Michael Matz (2 visits to sweet, ornery BARBARO) and Peter Brette. safe travels to Dr. R and return.

PRAY FOR BARBARO AND ALL THOSE WHO LOVE AND CARE FOR HIM.

PRAY FOR LITF AND TRAINER GILCHRIST AND UC DAVIS VETS.

Good night sweet prince. Dream good dreams and wake up refreshed and feeling well.

Good night LITF. You dream good dreams also. I'll be praying for wonderful results on those tumors.

For those in Ernesto's path - BE SAFE!

Good night all..

Stacey Streeter

Sweet Barbaro

Hope you're day was beautiful.

Sleep tight. Another good day to be had tomorrow.
xoxoxo

Believe in Miracles
Believe in Barbaro

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Lost in the Fog

I hope and pray for good news for you tomorrow.
Sweet dreams.

Goodnight, beautiful Barbaro. Rest well and keep healing. Love you to bits.

Goodnight, LITFog. Be well, sweet boy. You are loved.

Goodnight, Jennys On Radio. I'm so glad you're still here.

Goodnight, Cool Storm. I can't wait to meet you. (Thanks, Cheryl.)

Goodnight Family.

See you all in the morning.

xoxoxox

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Thanks All,

Appreciate the thoughts for those of us living in NC. I think it is going to be a long night. Ernesto should be making landfall shortly. I live in Raleigh and will be heading to the coast tomorrow afternoon. Hope ya'll have a nice weekend.

Susan E: Eagle will have his first race at Belmont next month (not sure of date yet & trainer will NOT Push him so it might be October if he is not fully ready - 2 year olds. He is at Aqueduct right now.

Stay SAFE fellow NCarolinians! I am originally from MA and this hurricane status is for the birds! Just outside of Fort Bragg and the wind is howling and the rain is pouring - can't believe we still have electricity. News alert that it will slam us before 1 a.m.!

GOOD EVENING EVERYONE!
WOW! SO MUCH HAS BEEN HAPPENING!
MY MODEM BLEW AND I WAS SCRAMBLING FOR ACCESS.
WILL TRY TO GET CAUGHT UP HOWEVER.
ANY WORD ON LITF YET?

JUST INCASE I GET BUMPED OFF....
GOODNIGHT SWEET BOBBY! YOU ARE THE UNDEFEATED CHAMPION AND ALWAYS WILL BE. WE'RE WISHING YOU A PEACEFUL NIGHT SLEEP AND A PAINFREE DAY TOMORROW. GOD BLESS YOU BIG BOY. WE'RE PRAYING AND SENDING POSITIVE ENERGY 24/7.

CONGRATS TO THE CARTOON WINNER!!!! THAT WAS PRETTY FUN.

ALEX, THANKS AGAIN FOR ALL YOU DO. YOU HAVE BEEN OUR ANGEL AND GUIDING LIGHT TO "EVERYTHING BARBARO!" GOD BLESS.

DEBRA, WI

Susan E: The Futurity 9/23 at Belmont or I believe the Champagne 10/? don't remember the date...not sure yet....

WOW!
CR KING
That IS just beautiful!

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http://www.kentuckyderby.com/2006/derby_coverage/derby_entrants/barbaro/

I found an interesting video on the derby website that shows what I believe is Barbaro’s arrival for the race. (If you click on the word video right below the picture box, then it shows toggle arrows of the various Barbaro races, however, this one is dated 04272006 and should just start playing.) It has similarities to the grazing video w/Dr. R from CBS news. Our boy looks magnificent and when he heads toward his stall decides he wants to go back out and tries to drag his human with him (at the very end of the video)!! There is no sound to the video and that is actually quite soothing after my daily dose of watching the Derby replay:

“Barbaro in the clear, poised as they move into the far turn
And here comes Barbaro, the undefeated Barbaro, comes up on the outside
And he takes the lead as the field turns for home
In the Kentucky Derby, Barbaro turns it on!!”

From the West Coast,
Good night Barbaro Nation :-)

Stay safe, everybody, especially those in the path of Ernesto.

Special thoughts for His Bobbyiness, LITF, their connections, and all the good people and animals here. And hopes that this time the Slaughter Prevention Act with pass.

And again, special thanks to Alex, for everything--and to Jeannine, our window on the world.

Good night , Barbaro , from rainy N.C. tonight. Although I'm inland in Charlotte and it's not too bad here yet. Go away , Ernesto ! But don't go up to PA on Barbaro .

Everybody thanks for your good wishes for us in NC . The coastal plain will probably get terrible floods.

Sleep tight , sweet horse , and heal, heal , heal. Prayers also for The Fog. God bless all.

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Deb G.,

Where in MA are you from? I'm originally from Brookline.

Carol

Carol: THANKS SO MUCH FOR THAT VIDEO SITE: I am watching the videos! How cool!!!

I am from a town called "Ware". I know exactly where Brookline is! I miss MA, but the military/Government has me here!

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Hi Deb,
I know where Ware is, haha!
You must be on at about 10:30pm as it's almost 7:30pm here. Do you happen to know if there is a group for lighting candles to pass the anti-slaughter bill?

The video's say it all, don't they? "It's all Barbaro!" Whoo Hoo!
Carol

I guess since Dr. Dean is out of town, Michael Matz is pulling double duty. He knows Bobby better than anybody and can probably even read his mind. Truly a special bond between horse and man.

Hoping for good news about Foggy. Lighting a 'real' candle and going to bed.

Rest well, Bobby. You're almost there!

Alex: the "Horse of a Lifetime" sketch of Michael Matz and Barbaro made me cry. It is beautiful beyond words. Thank you for sharing. Will look forward to the newspaper article in the Kennett newspaper about the Barbaromaniacs! Evidence, once again, of "THE BARBARO EFFECT"!

Thanks for this wonderful website, Alex.

WE BELIEVE!!

Healing thoughts and positive energies for Bobby, Mike Rea, all creatures in need and everyone here.

Special thoughts for the Fog and "Special".

Carol,

Thanks for telling us about that video, fascinating little vignette.

It seems both Senator's Feinstein and Boxer from California are on board with the ban on horse slaughter. Still waiting for Congressman to respond. Should be called "The Barbaro Act"!

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Did someone say that they were from Brookline? I am originally from So. Brookline, MA.

Sweet Boy Barbaro, it's getting late so I hope you are sleeping and having great dreams.

I just watched the video of you winning the Kentucky Derby and I'm in awe of your beauty, grace and speed once again.

We're all praying for a full recovery for you, so we can watch your babies run in the Derby in the future.

I hope you get to walk outside a little bit this weekend and I think Dr. R will be back to see you on Tuesday. I bet you missed him this week, haven't you?

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Again, the talent on this board continues to amaze me. Great artists, poets, speakers, and overall just plain great people.

I don't post much, but every day I'm in awe at what we can do when we join together.

Leslie and Laurie in MN: I hope the weather holds and you are able to go to Canterbury this weekend. I would love to meet you both, but I'm actually looking for a house with some acreage again this weekend. Maybe next year, I'll have a couple of horses of my own. You'll both be welcome to visit and help out.

Barbaro: Praying for you again tonight and waiting for word of ACN. If you behave, maybe we'll send you some stud muffins next week! May need to check with KF to see how your stash is doing.

LITF: Praying for you as well. Shrink Tumors Shrink. Keep the faith, you are going to be our second miracle.

Alex: from the bottom of all of our hearts, thank you for everything you do.

Good night all.

Believe in Miracles,
Believe in Barbaro (Lisa Morin)

Becky and Chip

BARBARO,dearie dear....you got friends in strange places!!!!

Hey look at this article:

http://www.kentucky.com/mld/kentucky/news/state/15410269.htm

Belgian workhorse falls into cave,pulled to safety..

Vet says..."Second to Barbaro, she's the luckiest horse in the country."

Happy to hear about Jennys on Radio,Mike C let us know if you hear what happened to "This Just In" at Saratoga. Alie sorry to hear about "Special"

LOVED the drawing of Mr Matz and you BARBARO!! So beautiful!!

Love to BARBARO!
Linda A
Oregon

Story of interest--one lucky horse!

Posted on Thu, Aug. 31, 2006

RADCLIFF, Ky. - Radcliff Fire Chief Rick Ledford has performed plenty of rescues during his years on the job, everything from pulling children out of bannisters to people out of holes.

But nothing prepared Ledford for what he saw when he arrived at Charlie Ray's property on Wednesday.

Down in a 28-foot-deep cave stood Ruby, a 1,200-pound Belgian workhorse. The horse had apparently fallen into the cave while grazing. The ground around the cave entrance had streaks from where the horse tried to keep itself from falling in.

Ruby was shaken, but not in any real danger. Still, it took a team of rescuers nearly four hours to pull her to safety. A veterinarian gave her a muscle relaxer and then an anesthetic that left her unconscious for 30 minutes while rescuers used a crane to lift her to safety.

Once out of the cave, Ruby wobbled a little as well-wishers patted her muddy coat.

"She looks pretty good," Ray said. "It's been some kind of day."

Other than a few scrapes and a small amount of blood on her legs and her muzzle, the horse appeared to be fine.

"She's pretty much unscathed," said veterinarian Chad Bailey. "Second to Barbaro, she's the luckiest horse in the country."

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Information from: The News-Enterprise, http://www.newsenterpriseonline.com

Hi LindaA. What does MikeC have in store for us tonight?

Ashley

Good evening Champ. I am happy to hear that MM has been up to see you not once, but sounds like twice in one day. And all this while he has other guys and gals out burning up the track. You wonderful to see the bond you two share. Dream of dancing carrots. Lots of love big guy

xoxoxox

Sweet dreams Barbaro-

Everyone:
Remember to contact your congressmen about HR 503-
See "HR 503 phone campaign" in the Anti Slaughter Issues folder at:

forums.delphiforums.com/timwoolley/messages

Vote scheduled Sept. 7

Thanks to all who have responded- we're making great progress!

Christian

all I know about THIS JUST IN is that he was vanned off, at least he wasn't put down on track.

Hopefully I'll know more in the AM.

BARBARO...we sure do love you!!!!

Great that Mr M went twice today...

Love,prayers to Fog..

Hi Ashley....that (above post) was what Mike C was saying....Keep us informed tomorrow Mike C..thanks..

Glad Alex found out about Jennys on radio.

Love you dear BARBARO!
Have a sweet sleep..

Love hugs,
Linda A
Oregon

#######Kathy A. from Toledo,

Yes! God Bless the folks at Woodbine track for installing the new poly track and doing it for the horses! They are already receiving rave reviews.

You asked about goats, I know this has been said but simply put some horses like to have a companion, often times a creature smaller than them, a pony, a goat, etc. My dog is in love with a little pony and gets her to play with him. So, for lack of a better word these creatures are like a playmate or best buddy.

Bless all the Beasts!

Thank you God for Bobby's right and perfect healing, and his complete recovery. Thank you God that miracle follows miracle, and wonders never cease.

Magnificent Steed! Another day closer.

The Light of God surrounds you
The Love of God enfolds you
The Power of God Protects you
The Presence of God watches over you
Wherever you are Bobby, God IS.

Love, Light and Protection for Bobby

HAIL BARBARO----THE GREATEST 3YR OLD SINCE BIG RED.

Who was vanned off?

Thank you God for the miracle of The Fog. Guide, inspire and direct the actions of all those responsible for his care. God Bless The Fog and all those who love him.

Love, Light and Protection

Night Barbaro and Barbaro nation!
Sweet healing dreams! One day at a time!

Go Barbaro Go!

Thinking positive thoughts for the Fog...

Nancy in rainy Va Beach :)

Mike C- I'm with you once again. Well put. It's believable too. Many people on this site feel Big Red and Barbaro are their 2 favorites of all time. Tell me more.

Ashley

Here's to another comfortable night for Barbaro and also one for Foggy. Hoping for good news on the Fog in the morning. thanks for all you do Alex!! Good night all.

Barbaro and LTF are leading the way in new research for diseases most often fatal to equines. Both have sacrificed their careers yet have touched so many lives and opened the hearts, minds, and yes, pockets of many.Bernadini may be a great horse but he did not win the Kentucky Derby..the most coveted win of all among owners and breeders. Barbaro is right up there with Seabiscuit and Secretariat. Thank-you Barbaromaniacs, we need each other, and the whole world needs a little of what Barbaro has in their lives. Good night all.

Barbaro..my sweet boy...pleasant dreams tonite.
Foggy..you and the Big Guy are in my prayers daily.

Barbaro Family...I am amazed every day to see folks post on here that have never posted before or that don't post often...they love the prayers, the links, the silliness and the love we have for each other and all the animals.

This is a true gift we have received from above.
I just love all that post here...We truly have a bond for our boys.
Vaya con Dios...Walk with God

I am such a shy sort......but I just gotten in and it is 11:03PM in St. Louis, Missouri and I have had a few too many......not so shy tonight..... I absolutely love Barbaro....he has the MAGICAL IT !! It is so indescribable....what is it?....maybe we should all try to describe IT. They say Princess Diana had IT....But Barbaro...he far out does anything I have seen in my lifetime...what is it....I absolutely love him and I mean love in a very sweet, pure way. I pray for him and I see something in him I have never seen in something or someone " with a beating heart". So what is it BarbaroNation? His beauty, heart, courage, innocence...????

He has been given to us for a reason....he is a miracle and a once in a lifetime experience.

BELIEVE IN MIRACLES
BELIEVE IN BARBARO

Lindann

To all in the path of Ernesto...keep safe.
Barbaro Family...I have been around racing all my life and NEVER have I seen owners and trainers love their horses like the ones so close to our Barbaro and Foggy. This is so special and such a heartwarming experience. We have some true "Poster Ponies"!!!

Michael was so sweet to visit the Big Bay Boy twice today...ahhh..i am tearing up AGAIN today!!
Sweet dreams Mr.Barbaro, Mr. Foggy and our Family!

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Lindann...welcome from Missouri...what a great site to visit huh!!!!??? I know...too many Barbarotinis tonite for me too!

Lindann,

Maybe Big B is a higher evolved creature, a devine messenger in a racing horse's body, an expressive, alive, passionate being that reminds us all of those qualities within ourselves.....

Mike C: Couldn't agree with you more. Just when I thought I'd never love another horse [more than/as much as] Secretariat, along came "Barbaro the Magnificent" .... and the rest is history, as they say. My three all-time fave's:

1) Secretariat
2) Ruffian
3) Barbaro

.... and not necessarily in that order as noted above!

BELIEVE IN MIRACLES - BELIEVE IN BARBARO

Hi Lynn in Austin....Barbarotinis.....my goodness...His Royal Highness even has a cocktail named after him!!!! Really, though.....he does have a rare and magical it that has drawn people together and .... well, I can't get enough of the beauty that is Barbaro!!!!

Lindann

Bonnie MacRaith..

Yes, Barbaro is a higher evolved creature....something so much different and better and indeed a divine messenger....look what he has accomplished....he is a miracle.....

Lindann

Ahhh.Bonnie and Lindan...Barbaro is indeed an evolved creature..as Peter's friend said before the race
"He is an old soul"...oh how true...he has walked amongst us before...here to teach us all a true lesson.

Rest well tonight, Barbaro. Keep doing the right things. You and the Fog are in my prayers.

Lynn & Lindann,

It's so nice to know others "get" this about him, thanks!

Does anyone know if there are less racing accidents on turf (grass)? I was looking at a racing site in Australia and they race exclusively on grass, short cut grass.

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News from The Blood Horse - RIP Pirate's Bounty, son of Hoist the Flag

Leading California Sire Pirate's Bounty Dead
Date Posted: 8/31/2006 1:46:08 PM
Last Updated: 8/31/2006 1:46:08 PM

Pirate's Bounty, a California leading sire, was euthanized last week at Marty and Pam Wygod's River Edge Farm near Buellton, Calif., because of the infirmities of old age. He was 31.

River Edge pensioned Pirate's Bounty after the 1999 breeding season because of declining fertility. The Wygods bred and raced Pirate's Bounty, a son of Hoist the Flag out of the stakes-winning Stevward mare Bad Seed.

Pirate's Bounty is represented by 63 stakes winners and the earners of $31.9 million. His eight graded winners include grade I winners Pirate's Revenge and Private Persuasion, plus eight-time stakes winner Feverish.

Pirate's Bounty, who stood his entire career at River Edge, twice led the California sires list and was runner-up numerous times. He also topped the state's 2-year-old list.

Pirate's Bounty won the 1979 Millburn Stakes at Meadowlands and placed in two stakes at Aqueduct for trainer Lefty Nickerson. He won four of 15 career starts and earned $95,984. [end of story]

Does anybody know where to find a picture of him? I haven't looked yet.

WHAT A GOOD BOY. A ripe old age, at home among friends. Sad, but still a good end, as ends go, wouldn't you say?

HOPE PEACE LOVE & MUSIC - CJ the craziest catlady (Blackie's Mother & Pleasure's Aunt) in Hammond IN, f/k/a CJ of T Bar J (Elgin IL)

ps posting without link because including them usually holds up the post. Will post link separately soon as this goes up.

C. Jaffe,

Can't get much better than that. In human years I wonder how old that is - 31?

The Horse of a Lifetime artist is this site's own regalmrj (Roseanne) It is just awesome!!!!

Sleep comfortably sweet Barbaro, take in all our positive energy and healing light. May tomorrow find you one day closer to the day your cast will be removed.

To all in Ernesto's path, stay out of harm's way.
Thank you Alex for the many informative updates today. You ease many minds on a daily basis.

rosemary

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Bonnie - apparently a 31 year old horse is equivalent to a 93 year old human. Here's an interesting article on horse age and related stuff:

http://www.mitavite.com.au/news_VN_B20.asp

btw John Henry is happily in retirement at the Kentucky Horse Park at age 31. Saw a bit on him on TV not long ago, a visit between him and his old jockey, Chris McCarron.

CJ in Hammond IN

Hope you are sound asleep in your hay CHAMP?????
I had an extremely good day and I can see that you did too Sweet Boy !!!!Did you get out for your stroll in the green grass and buttercups??? YOU DESERVE THE BEST....BOBBY !!!!!! Dr R will be back soon and you will have his undivided attention...no matter...WE ARE ALL SO PLEASED WITH YOUR RECOVERY TO DATE...nothing short of OUTSTANDING !!!! REST and Heal...looking forward to ACN and ACD tomorrow.....I'm still PRAYING CHAMP !!!!!

THANK YOU LORD FOR YOUR MANY BLESSINGS...
FOR BARBARO's CONTINUED MIRACLE...
FOR GIVING HOPE TO LITF...
FOR MIKE's PROGRESS.....

WE BELIEVE !!!!!

VERY TIRED NOW....LOVE TO ALL...GOD BLESS

mike c - so glad you escaped the clutches of Saratoga and made it back here.

Special good wishes and prayers tonight for those who grace our lives with their beauty and courage, their spirit and passion - Barbaro, Lost in the Fog, Jennys on the Radio, Comic Review, Special(?)...

I watched the video link given above of Barbaro arriving at the Kentucky Derby site this spring. How awesome this horse - watching him move, with no sound, is just astounding. Such presence, such poise. He is breathtaking. And beautiful.

I heard today that our most complete companions never have less than four legs.

Fog, may the news be blessed. We need you.