Good Morning, Precious Barbaro ... ACN! Way to go! Every day is another day toward your full recovery. You are a true champion and a true inspiration. You give hope to all of us. The miracle continues ...

Ruth Stacey
Proud Member
Fans of Barbaro

Way to go, Barbaro!!! :-)

Linda H

Many prayers are going out to you.

I've had my own personal experience with this type of situation recently. I found the people of this site to be remarkable in their compassion and caring. While we all may be "strangers", the support of our Barbaro family really helped me get through it. For some reason, I felt it easier to turn to them than others in my "real" life.

No words will make you not worry until Tuesday. Just hope the days pass quickly and you get the best news possible.
Take care of yourself and know that you have many thoughts and prayers going out to you from people who really care.

Shelley

Wonderful, thank you, Alex!

I hope they find her and others in her situation:
http://www.netposse.com/stolenmissing/stolenmissingimg/stolencarolinas_secretTXMay04.htm

GOOD MORNING BOBBY!
Another Comfortable Night, another ocmfortable morning, another pain free day would be music to our ears. I hope this morning finds you feeling more full of yourself than ever! Day by day "B", day by day. WISCONSIN stands behind their undefeated Champion - HORSE OF THE YEAR!
GO BARBARO GO. You're in our thoughts and prayers 24/7. God Bless and God Speed.

GOOD MORNING ALEX!
Any visitors coming out to Fair Hill today?
It sounds like a beautiful day to showcase Fair Hill. It's beautiful here in sunny WISCONSIN as well thus, gotta get outside before these days are far and few between. Take Care and have a great day!

Linda H. my prayers are so with you for good news.

Mike C., what a thrilling visit with John Henry and his people. How lucky to be able to go to the Ky. Horse Park and see these celebrities.

Lynda, thanks for the articles. Poor Round Pond. I feel for her. I have also known horrendous leg cramps in long distance races, and the pain is pretty unbelievable. I love all the horse racing information people post here. Thanks everyone.

And thanks to Alex for all his painstaking research for us. What a great series of articles on Barbaro and Doc R. this week.

I can't wait to see Bernardini today. I loved Jeannine's comments about him last week. It's almost as if Barbaro's racing spirit has infected Bernardini, and yet he's great in his own right. Barbaro is tops, but what a beautiful rivalry that would have been (sigh).

Karen in Md.

Alex,

Thanks for the update. I am heading out right now to FH. Shame it is so late in the day as I would have liked to stop by and say hi!

Cheers

Jazz

Karen; Yea, she just can't seem to get everything healthy! Hopefully this will be the end of her problems.

Thanks for the update Alex. I can start my weekend now, secure in the knowledge that the big guy is starting his day off on the right foot (no pun intended!).

Everyone, have a wonderful weekend. Go Cardinals (hopefully we have no Mets fans here on the board).

Jo; I feel sorry for that poor mare. If it's not one thing it's another!!! I can definitely understand getting scared too after feeling that. She has no idea what happened and all she knows is that she stepped onto the track and she felt pain. Ugh :o(

LINDA H -

We will all be with you in spirit on Tuesday. Please know that we all care and are your extended family. Many of us live far away from you, but if talking helps, we are here to listen.

With much love,

Socorro

HI BOBBY GLAD TO HEAR YOU HAD A GOOD NIGHT. HOPE YOU HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND AND GET OUTSIDE LOTS. DONT FORGET TO EAT LOTS OF CLOVER. HOPE DR RIC IS WITH YOU OUTSIDE. MAYBE SOMEONE WILL TAKE PICTURES. REMEMBER WE LOVE YOU AND WE ARE PRAYING FOR YOU TO GET WELL REAL SOON. WE BELIEVE YOU WILL GET TO GO HOME SOON. I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH YOU ARE THE MOST BEAUTIFUL HORSE EVER.

LOVE KATHY

You guys have got to see this video. It's about a wonderful dog named Skidboot.

http://www.fugly.com/videos/6277/skidboot_the_dog_texas_smart_rodeo_count.html

Or click on my name below, and you can find the live link under the first entry: "I love this video!"

Jake

Oops, did I say Bernardini today? i meant in the BC Classic, in three weeks. It's been a long week.

Karen in Md.

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To get to the link to the Skidboot story, click on J. Carson Black, then click on blog. It's the first blog entry.

Dearest Barbaro:

We are always on "pins & needles" until we hear that you have had another good night. I am so thankful to Alex for his dedication to keeping us updated even when he is so very busy. He truly is a great guy.

I have been watching races each Saturday and Sunday (something I never did before I watched
our sweet boy win the Kentucky Derby). My sister always watches the Triple Crown races, and called me to watch the Derby, so I did, and fell in love with Barbaro. She was thinking that Mississippi Cat would win, but she also liked Barbaro too.
We both have been basket cases since the Preakness.

I get confused as to where the race tracks are. I know that Church Hill Downs is in Kentucky, and
Belmont is in New York, but where is Plimico,
Calder, Emerald Downs, and several of the other tracks? They don't always show the state on the screen, nor do the anouncers tell you where the tract is either. I guess they think we all know where they are located. Is there somewhere I could go to find a list of the tracks, and their locations?

Thanks to all,

Check out the latest on the rescued MO horses! They are all improving according to yesterday's update.

What wonderful news!

http://hsmo.convio.net/site/PageServer?pagename=lrr_Donate_Horse_Heroes

J. CARSON BLACK - Sorry about Daisy. Time will help, but you won't forget her.

SUSAN in TX - Just read about China Cat. May you find comfort knowing that many of us care what you and Jake are going through.

dear alex,
lord ,
you are like a magician..riding chappy and co ,finding michael,so thousands dont have a melt down..finding a computer, the visitors..and all the other multitasking.GOING ON..way to go.
keep the champagne going.
i am excited for each day..we never know what will unfold..but barbaro had another confortable night and hopefully a wonderful graze.
.big big how i love you.
now dear LINDA H,
thank you and others, who hear me when i share some of my feelings thak you for enjoying my little offerings and you are why i write what i write ..it has veyr little to do with me.
here..to all beloved fans of barbaro and extended family
.thank you.
tso dear linda h.
he coutnry you are entreing is a new one and at times i believe scarry..but in the end the way of life seems ot be that pain and fear does translate into change and opportunity for gold.,
i am here st the call..
you are in a circle of love and support.as dear shelley so beautifully wrote, we are here.
i invite you to come and sit by my little pot belly stove.
.the first fire of the winter to come season..let me take your shoes and put these fluffy slippers on..bury your toes in sheepsking fur..
..maybe i make a hearty vegetable soup wiht thick crusty 7 grain bread and a chunk of cheddar cheese
..the air is so clean and free of troubles we had this week.
i notice the streets in the city are a bit bare . folks are afriad and tyring to put themselves back together after the shock of what happened .last week..wiht the plane crash and our very obvious vulnerability.
i am imagining you might feel veyr vuilnrable --that will pass as you ifnd words for your true feelings..
.. i am lighting candles now in my home before i tackle finding out how to help the black urban cowboys and marquise and his braveyr et all situation. to find a new quarter horse ..poor romeo but he was so loved..he knows that up there, in the sky.

i did not want to walk out the door wihtout you knowing there is a place for you at my table ..maybe the couch and my favorite wool shawl, woven by the faieries i am sure in ireland..
look it all rihgt int he eye and the fear will melt..we are here..i am here and i will think what i want to write you after i visit a little buit more .
i do know that this week has given me a great chance thanks to alex et all, to relfect on the journey we began may 20th and before that when the great B emerged the vistor at the derby.
another linda, A.-angel
reminded me of gallant secret and the difference in her and B--their role on this earth .she could not handle a cast or reocvery . she chose a way out. it was brutal i am sure fo rthose who loved her and they arr to be thanked hundred fold for trying and honouring her..by the hurculean effort-
-and i gasped reading the story now.
but big B has shown how he looks death rihgt in the face. it is a dialy battle for him to reconcile..and he trusts in dr dean et all. this is an amazing miracle to behold and i learn fomr this eveyr day --may it ocmfort you--there ya go..
maybe,i make my special honey cake for tea later by the fire after i show you aour beach..and the steel blue water from the atlantic.
.placid right now..and the fall colors beiginning o rip agianst the plain blue sky..
take good care everyone.
thank you rachel and kennett florists FLOWERS I WANT TO SAY IT IS ALL ABOUT FLOWERS..
for the basket to eduardo. i am so excited . i wanted him too, to know what he means to B and us
..his big butterfly winged hands..that terrible day when we stoipped breathing for a veyr long time ....never ever forget how B calmed down ..wihth their love poruing out to calm and steady him..save him/./pease spare him..we all whispered..
violently and quietly..
mercy and hope
in the light and in the dark..
martita

That's the kind of news I like to hear.....thanks, Alex, for the update! :) Way to go, Bobby, keep up the good work! :)) Enjoy that grazing outside today on this beautiful Autumn day!

Thanks, Socorro.

Did I ever mention how much I love your name? I always wanted to use it for a character.

Jake

YIPPEEE!!! ACN!!! Way to go Barbaro!!!

LOVE YOU!!!

Remember Jennys on the Radio who was hurt a while back - well - she is racing tomorrow at Belmont!!

ACN! I'm always so happy to read those words. You have a great day today Barbaro. As always, you're in my thoughts, my prayers, my heart. I love you "Big Boss Horse!"

There will be miracles...
when you believe.

Lynda...do you think the tying up had something to do with her feet problems?

Alex- Thank you for the update! You are the best!

We are so busy at our shop that I have only had time to check in on Barbaro and tending to the business of the SENATORS!

Barbaro, I am so proud of all the good news and your continued healing. Just love seeing you graze with Dr. Richardson, he looks like a proud father standing there with you.

I know everyone is working hard on the anti-s bill, keep up the good work.

Karen M. - Dallas, Texas

Sally...I'm really looking forward to seeing Jennys on the Radio fit and healthy. It's so nice when there's a happy ending!

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J. Carson Black,
Thanks but couldn't open video, darn!

Jo; No, I don't think so. She may have seen or heard something that got her upset. There was a mare named Sharp Cat that this happened to several years ago. She was going up to the track to workout and the sirens went off, alerting the exercise riders on the track of a loose horse. It upset her so bad she tied up BIG TIME. Her trainer and owner nearly lost her. Her butt muscles were so rigid she could not walk and she was being held up by many people. The vet was giving her IVs and everything.

I checked my stable mail and I see that Michael Matz has Only In Philly running at Laural Park in the 7th race.

Michael is also apparently trying his hand at Steeplechase racing with Amador racing at Morven Park, race number 3. Does anyone know where Morven Park is?

J. CARSON BLACK -

Thank you for sharing that video. A very touching story.

Wish everyone was like Mr. David Hartwig, the world would be a much nicer place to live in.

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J Carson Black
That was one of the most heartwarming, wonderful videos. I thought it sounded like one of Charles Kurault's old "On The Road Again" pieces but see that it wasn't at the end. Is this a regular show somewhere? Thanks--lovely way to start the day (I know--it's noon here, too, but I'm tired and retired) and reminds me of one of the reasons I come to this site so often.

JAKE -

Thank you. Go ahead and use it, but please do not make me a bad person.

When I get back to the States I will be buying your book. I look forward to reading it, have heard many good reviews about it.

Dear Fans of Barbaro:

Please forgive my memory lapse when I said my sister liked "Mississippi Cat", I meant Blue Grass Cat in the Kentucky Derby. I sometimes wonder where my mind goes when it leaves me.

Sorry.

BONNIE -

The video takes a while to download, it is worth waiting for.

I hope Jennys on the Radio wins or at least has a safe race. Poor baby.

Lynda...poor Sharp Cat! That really is terrifying that it can happen so quickly. So it's really caused by the sudden tensing up of muscles and is MUCH more serious than the cramps we get. It makes me think of those fainting goats that you have over there, but their muscles relax on their own pretty quickly. Is it just like a one off thing, or is there a risk of it happening again?

I wonder what caused Round Pond to tie up. I'm so glad she's doing better now, and I hope Sharp Cat had no more problems and is living a happy life somewhere now.

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Susan in TX:

So very sorry about your China ..... comforting hugs to you.

Susan

Jo; its like us getting really bad Charlie Horses. A really bad one hurts like heck.

Good morning everyone,

Sherry from AZ, I can't wait to hear about your day! I'm sure it was fun and memorable.

Hey, Barbaro! I love the magazine cover with you on it. You look so handsome and happy! I love you and still pray every day for you! You will always be my champion!!!!

Annie - what magazine cover???

Lynda...what are Charlie Horses? Don't have that one here! lol Morven Park is in Virginia. I've found their site but can't find the entries. Do you know what race Amador is in?

Amador has been scratched.

Saturday skritches/carrots/everything to undefeated champion big boss horse of forever
Barbaro Jackson...! Keep up the good healing, bud.

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Mike C
Those are the sort of odds that keep Maid Marion in business. What an amazing confluence of events...

Susan, TX
Sorry to hear about China cat.

Linda H
Good luck. Our (very positive) thoughts are with you.

Cheers,
Friar Tuck

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

For I am sure that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us…” Romans 8:38, 39

For the love of who you are
For the love of your spirit...

God Bless The Fog
I love you Fog

Lord God, wrap S1915 in Divine Love and Divine Order. Open the heart of every member of the Senate to clearly hear the voice of the horse, and feel the Magnificent Spirit of the horse. Compel each member to immediately move S1915 to the floor in a right and perfect way, and then vote with their hearts and their conscience for the highest good of all.

Love, Light and Protection for The Boys (always)

God Bless and Protect Us and all of The Horses

Friar Tuck has reminded me to say to everyone who needs a little light of comfort from the UK (you know who you are)that my candle is lit for you all x

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First of all, thank you all for sending your good thoughts and prayers and candles my way. Last night I got up and read all the comments and I felt so good afterwards! I was able to sleep and woke up with the "Barbaro Effect" - when life throws you lemons, make lemonade. I will deal with whatever it is and fight if necessary. But, I won't give up, thanks to all the love and hugs from my extended family (FOB) along with my other family.

I plan to print out all the good wishes (like Jake did) and take them with me on Tuesday.

You are all the best!

Barbaro - you will always be an inspiration to us all. You don't give up and neither will I.

Mary - good luck with your MRI today
Skyler - you are in my prayers too

Linnie - I love and appreciate everything you do

Thank you all

How about we now kick some Senatorial behinds?

ACN..Atta Baby ((((Bobby)))

(((Alex)))...you are the best. Thank you.

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Bonnie, just Google Skidboot the Dog - it should come up in a few videos. (I think.)

I thought it was a lot like the CBS Sunday Morning shows, myself. Charles Kuralt, or one of the reporters who took over. I have to say, this Texas show has real quality.

Socorro - I would never make you a bad person. I promise.

Good morning, Bobby. King of the World!

Morning Barbaro!

Have a great day. I hope you get to go out and graze some. Say hi to Mocha for us!

Michael's Miracle

Margaret

Socorro...I've missed you today because I had to watch the racing on my own!

Great report on you Barbaro. Keep getting well. You have the best vet and staff.You deserve the best. You have made alot of friends and you have brought alot of people together.People we would never know without you. Thanks Alex. Your reports and info just improve daily. Love you Barbaro

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ALEX, thank you very much for going out of your way to deliver the gift baskets to Eduardo. He'll be so surprised and happy with all the wonderful and carefully chosen, specially for him, items. We are so grateful to you for all your efforts and help..

A happy Saturday to Barbaro and Alex and Fans of Barbaro!!

Yesterday, thanks to Shelley in CA, I had the most "serendipitous day " and I wanted to share my adventure with you. It all started Thursday night when I got an email from Shelley in CA telling me that one of Harry Aleo and Greg Gilchrist's horses was racing at the Fair in Fresno - right where I live, on Friday afternoon. The following is a copy of my email back to Shelley last night:

Hi Shelley - I just got home from my adventure this afternoon.

Got to the Big Fresno Fair and went to the stable area where you had to have a pass to get in. BUT, I talked to the lady at the gate and told her of my quest - that I was a LITF fan and wanted to find Greg Gilchrist to give him a collage of pictures from Foggy's Memorial. (Richard made up a really cool one all on one 8x11 page which I showed her). And what do you think she did? She actually gave me Greg's cell phone # that they had on file. So I went on into the Fair and to the racing paddock area and watched a race while getting my nerve up to call him.

Finally, I went to a relatively quiet area and called his cell - no answer - so I left a message. I then went on up to the stands and ended up asking a lady from the clubhouse area if she knew how to get ahold of him. She asked if I had a number - I showed her what I had and she said well let's try it again. She did - and he answered. She gave me her phone and I explained everything to him. I am sure Greg thought this must be some crazy lady but he was very nice and told me to meet him by the paddock area after the horses went out on the track.

My husband was not able to get off work today so I tried taking some picture of Vicarino when he came in with Pasqual. I was a little worried as the horses walked around the paddock. Vicarino looked so calm and la-de-da, But he must have just been saving his energy.
(Also got some pictures of Greg G., Harry A. and his wife and Russell B. We'll see when Richard gets home if any of them turned out.)

After the horses got out on the track, I was able to get to Greg and give him the picture collage. I welcomed him to Fresno and he told me that he is actually in Fresno quite a bit.
Also met Harry and his wife and thanked Harry for the sweet note he had written me for the card I had sent him for LITF. Others were around that wanted to speak to them so that was the end to my quick but memorable visit. I wished them luck on today's race (as if they needed if) and told them I had bet on Vicarino TO WIN!

The race was great - Vicarino shot out and took the lead right from the start. He finished in true LITF fashion (by 7 lengths I think - or maybe more - but without the blaze) and set a new track record. The racing fans were going wild!!
Very Cool!!

I tried to get a picture of the finish but have no idea if I got anything. Seemed like everyone kept getting in front of me - but we'll see.

Thank you so much, Shelley, for letting know about the race. I would have never know about it otherwise. And is gave me a second chance to meet the LITF family. (The first time at GGF I chickened out because I was afraid I might too emotional.)

Like I said, I have never been a big fan of racing because of concerns on how the horses were treated. But when I do see them run I dream about what it must be like to be riding one. What a thrill it must be!!!

Well - gotta go and feed my mutts - I'll let you know if any pictures turn out.
Robbie

Final note: A few pictures of Vicarino did come out OK - but not like Richards. If you are interested in viewing them you can click on my name at the bottom which will take you to my husband's Web page. Then go to the LITF heading on the left.

Jo,

Thank you for reminding me of the wonderful clip of Storm Cat - it still gives me goosebumps. (Your post last night 11:09 am).

Sure wish Discreet Cat were going to run in the BC, darn...

Sally in KW - Jennys on Radio is another one of Storm Cat's grandkids... running tomorrow. Did you get to see Fog's bro Vicarino at the Big Fresno Fair?? Hope you saw Robbie's report from the race at the tag end of last night's post! A filly running in the race with Vicarino yesterday is another Storm Cat grandgirl. (She was fourth, but then everybody was left 7 lengths behind by the victorious V...).

I think we need to have a vigil for Bobby today at 7 pm EST. Doesn't seem like we have had an "official", concentrated, all Bobby vigil in a while! Hope all will join.

Love, Light and Protection for Bobby

Jo (UK) -

Sorry, I was a little slow today, besides we didn't have any horse racing on our ESPN. They are showing the French Horse Races and I have refused to see them.

That's funny you wrote to me, because I was thinking about saying "hi" to you since we have not watched the races in a while.

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((((Linda H)))))

I went back and read the comments from yesterday to find out what was going on with you. My neighbor had a mass in his lung (a smoker) and it turned out to be an infection which was treated with antibiotics. And yes the silly man is still smoking. I wish you all the best on Tuesday. Like (((Bobby))) you will be in my thoughts.

Pat G
Proud Member
Fans of Barbaro

Count me in on the vigil tonight.....6pm central.

Wow - Robbie, you did good! Those pictures are GREAT. It is really nice to see Harry, Greg, and Russell in that situation before the race, too - seldom do we get that close to the real thing. I love your comment that V is so laid back, la-de-da, that really leaves an interesting picture in the mind... Possibly a product of confident training?

And it's also very sweet to have more pictures of Pasqual, Fog's main man. A man loved by Fog.

That was a day to remember.

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MARY S - bless you for continuing your inspiring prayer for The Fog...I am STILL having a hard time believing that he is gone from our sight, but your prayers help me so much!

SHEILA - sorry to disappoint/contradict, but GO, METS! Actually I'm a Yankee fan, but since I live in CT the Mets have always been my National League team!

I hope Eduardo enjoyed his well-deserved gifts, although from what I've read of him he was probably embarrassed!

BIG BOSS HORSE - hope you can get outside on this crispy fall day...then enjoy your bath, your treats, and maybe a massage...WHAT A LIFE! You deserve it and much more for what you have accomplished and inspired in the lives of so many people. We all adore you!
BARBARO - CHAMPION OF MY HEART
Nancy

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For Clarification - if you want to view the pictures of Vicarino from yesterday, when you get to the LITF page they are the last 6 pictures at the bottom of the page.

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Pat G - thank you for letting me know your neighbor's diagnosis. I am hoping for something like that as my lungs were clear at my last chest x-ray 2 years ago. I quit smoking a little over 10 years ago.

and thank you for your kind thoughts

Shelley...it gives me goosebumps too. He's an amazing animal, and he knows it!

There was an interview with Saeed bin Suroor on tv, and they were asking him about the Breeders' Cup, and it seems a sure thing that we'll see Discreet Cat on 25th November, and he mentioned Ashkal Way, Librettist and Echo of Light (I love this horse!) He is such a cool guy!

Socorro...I know that I neglect my friends during the week when I'm working, but I haven't forgotten them, and I'm looking forward to our next race meet! :-)

Have to say that I was cheering for Pride today...such a pretty filly, with French Jockey and trainer. She ran a great race and won, beating Hurricane Run, Sir Percy and Rob Roy.

Teofilo and Holy Roman Emperor ran a fantastic race! :-)

Robbie...I've been following your adventure and was hoping to see pictures. They're great! Thank you! :-)

Linda H.

Words cannot tell you how I feel for you. My husband went through this, so I know the waiting is torture. He loved movies, so we went to lots of movies in those several days, just for distraction.

Wish I were there to take you to the movies. You are in my prayers for a positive diagnosis and I will hold you close in the meantime.

You have all of us.

Good Morning all

Thanks for the news, Alex When may we see a photo of your Chappy? I bet she's lovely. You've had a busy morning

Haven't had a chance to read all posts yet, but thank you Kennett Florists, whoever delivered the baskets for Eduardo. He's so special to us all and so are you all. Are you ladies hiring by any chance :)

Love and prayers to all, LindaH, I'm here in the 'hood for ya

Cheryl

Linda H, that's a great idea, taking everyone's well wishes with you. I'll be thinking of you, especially on Tuesday, and praying for the best possible outcome.

I don't know how it's possible to take your mind off it, but Shelley in CA has a point. Movies. Or something that makes you think about something else? The little girl nextdoor lost her aunt in a car accident, and she came to me for jigsaw puzzles. When she was working on the puzzle, it engaged her mind and she got a rest from thinking about her aunt.

In the aftermath of losing Daisy, my mom plays piano. While she's playing piano, she can't think of anything else.

We're all with you. Remember that!

Jake

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What a wonderful day it is...the air is crisp and cool...even here in FL...and it is sooooo nice to cozy up with my good friends...my family... here at the site....

Dr. Dean...our thoughts are with you and your best buddy, Barbaro....two peas in a pod...yeppers...that is what you are...special friends with a secret world all your own...we can see it in your eyes...and, of course, Barbaro never stops talking about you...then,again, neither do we! There are never enough photos...never enough good gossip...never enough of you to go around...and, yet, you push on...our Sturdy Dr Dean...taking care of your best friend as only you know how...making miracles happen every day...giving us a gift that is beyond anything we could have imagined...

So many good folks here...good friends with good hearts...Like Rachel at Kennett Florist...and all her co-creators of love at the shop...Unflinching devotion and tender loving care always given out in huge arm-loads...Warm embraces, hugs and kisses and sooo much time spent making others happy...it all comes from the hearts of the special people at Kennett Florist...nothing is too great a task...nor too small a deed when it comes to your love and kindness...Thank you just isn't enough...

Alex, dear Alex...prevaricator of wisdom and all things newsy in the Woolley Kingdom...patiently surveying our comings and goings...making sure we get our daily fix...we always want more...the Wizard of Woolley World...ask and you shall receive...keen insights and conversations with people we could only dream about...people you make real for us...Making your world ours...

To all the wonderful people here... my friends...truly my family...both seen and unseen...always pushing ...always asking WHY NOT? instead of WHY?...making magic at every turn...and always loving....loving people you know...loving people you don't know...loving all God's creatures great and small...such good and wonderful people...In sorrow and in joy...together...

And Barbaro...the Boss Hoss...the Chipper Nipper...the one and only...the sublime...
the big guy...THE MAN...you came outta nowhere to rock our world...you were never just a horse...never just a winner...you are a force of Nature that makes us more than what we are...that reminds us to be humble...reminds us to be strong and to love...always to love...You seem above it all...all of the hype and nonsense because you know what really matters...you made us see it...

I am so grateful for this day...

fercryinoutloud

how could i forget??? Happy BAFTH day sweet Barbaro, Miracle Horse

Love you

Good afternoon, Champ:
How's the "Big Boss Horse?" Feisty? Good! But listen to Dr. R & staff. They are the real bosses! Fans Of Barbaro! American Airlines ships the (slaughtered) horse meat overseas. Contact them with a simple phone call. FEDEX ships "fresh meat" overseas. Contact them! And FEDEX and Kinkos are joined! Please join in boycotting them as well. Here's what I have told those I contacted: "I am a proud member of a nationwide group, "Fans Of BArbaro!" We have become the voice for those who cannot speak. We are asking that you take a look at your current business practice and make the right decision based on public sentiment!" I did this in a professional, non-threatening manner. Just to let them know we know! One step at a time and we will get S.1915 passed.
Thanks FOB'S!
Daryl

Posted by: Karen at October 14, 2006 6:30 PM

Thank you Karen.

Love, Light and Protection for Bobby

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Daryl...thanks for the reminder about UNAMERICAN SCARELINES and STINKOS...they are definitely off my list...

((((((Linda H))))))

You go girl!

Linda H.
I also just went back to see what is going on with you. As is obvious, I do not always read through all the posts.
I will be praying for you - it is so hard to wait like that. The mind can go out of control thinking of what ifs.
Watching movies to take your mind off things is a good suggestion. Mayby try renting some funny movies that make you laugh. Laughter is so healing and good for the soul.
And take good care of yourself!!!

Barbaro you have ACN and I will check on you tomorrow. Hope you enjoy your bath today sweet prince. I love you bunches!

Prayers to Erin and her family.

BLB!!!

FOB 4EVER!!!

Vigil tonight 6pm central!

Karen - TN

Afternoon Barbaro Family!

All is quiet at NBC, our usual Saturday report. As Alex mentioned we made an early morning run to Fair Hill. We had two big baskets to deliver to Eduardo, thanks to a lovely group that got together to honor him for his love and dedication to Barbaro. One basket was filled with all sorts of Mexican goodies. The other basket included two beautiful pictures of Barbaro, one from Sabina and another gorgeous shot of Eduardo giving B a bath; A beautiful statue of St. Francis, jewlry for Senora Hernandez; the brush with the engraved plaque; the Breyer Barbaro model has not come in yet, but we will bring it down as soon as it comes. I'm sure that he will be very touched. Thank you to everyone involved, you are such an amazing group! Thank you Alex for taking good care of this for us! Have a wonderful weekend!

WE BELIEVE!!

J Carson Black
The story about Skidboot was incredible. What an amazing dog, and what a wonderful relationship! Thanks.

Linda H.
You will remain in my prayers, and I hope you are feeling all the positive thoughts being sent your way.

Bobby
Praise God, ACN for you. Have a great day under God's protection.

BOBBY AND FOB'S,
ACN,WAY TO GO BAR...BAR...BAR...BARB...ORO!
I THINK FROM WHAT I'VE HEARD THE JACKSON'S AND
MICHAEL MATZ REALLY BELIEVE BARBARO IS GOING TO
MAKEIT! IN FACT,I'M SURE DR. R THINKS SO,TOO.
I BELIEVE IN MIRACLES,I BELIEVE IN BARBARO!YOU
CAN TELL WHAT A WONDERFUL MAN DR.R IS.AND NOW THE
BEST OF THE BEST IS WORKING WITH THE BEST OF THE
BEST,HOW FITTING!
DID ANYONE GET THEIR BREYER FIGURE OF BOBBY,YET?
I CAN'T WAIT,I JUST LOVE HIM! WASN'T THAT ARTICLE
IN THE DAILY NEWS ABOUT BOBBY AND DR. R GREAT!
ENJOY THE FALL WEATHER,HANDSOME. IT'S A BEAUTIFUL DAY TO BE OUTSIDE!
POSTED BY:JAN OF WOR.,OCT.14,2006,2:30PM.

DEAR FANS OF BARBARO,
this is an update on the cruel happenings of ROMEO AND HIS TERRIBLE DEATH AND SOME WONDERFUL SOLUTIONS FOR THE KIDS WHO DEPEND ON THE FEDERATION OF BLACK COIWBOYS,..to give them hope and purpose in a world they try to axhist of violence and cruelty.
THE DERATION OF BLACK COWBOYS
83-11 SOUTH CONDUIT AVENUE,
HOWARD BEACH, NEW YORK,11414---
to the attention of CLARENCE CLEMENS .
now, it took a week to find out the truth. the truth=
javit was riding romeo on last sunday wiht his pals marquise et all, he was trainng romeo to spare his life from the slaughter house.
'two months ago, there were three horse that were abandned for a couple of days because their owner was MURDERED-. romeo =was one of them-- the aspca steppend in and THE Feferation took them in..placing two of them and keeping romeo. 'the owner was murdered in an attempt to steal the three horses so they could be sold to the shaughter house
people will do anything fpr money and are always sharking around.
javit, a good and devoted rider, was determined to save this adoptee. so you see what a crule end romeo met. when the taxi got too close and spooked him and he tried to jump over and gouged himself on the cab light and wiht his entrails all over the place, marquise was able to capture him and lay him down and craddle his head till the end.
i will never forget the visual of him and his glowig angel face saying how he loved jhorses and his pant legs were concered in blood romeo's blood.
now clemens is the mentor of marquise. and he and his twin brother obviously have a story which the bbc has filmed . I DO NOT WANT TO LET THESE CHILDREN DOWN WE CARE. I CARE.THEY DESERVE BETTER BEING POOR IS NOT A REASON NOT TO HAVE ENOUGH AND EVEN THE BEST.IN MY COUNRTY..IN THE SHADOWS IT IS LIKE WORSE THEN A THIRD WORLD COUNTRY AS ECONIMISTS SAY HERE..
. i intend to contact our mayor for an award and fuinds tfor the fereation ..they are paying out of thioer own pockets to keep the porgram and stables open..
so the lad and javit and also charles gibson for person of the week abc. o.
thirteen year old marwuise is my hero-trying to ocmfort a horse that had already been orphaned in a veyr criuel way..
. and god only knows the lives they lead..i do know as i have been in the trecnhes since 1983..i go everywhere to dance and teach through arts connection and let me tell you it is unbelievable the talent floating in the worst parts iof our urban landscapes..
that is a disgrace in our counrty.
i cant do it alone. i wont let these children loose their riding and beloved horses that whihc keeps them loving and being human in the best sense of the word. . what they need =cards of love an support from all of you..and donnations of any green kind for the maintenance of the stable ..that is the first order of business in honor of romeo..can you imagine a worse fate?>. to loose so much and the silence thst follows?.
any check to be made out to the feration of black cowboys.
i will never abandon these children and i wont abandon the horses they are tyring to feed and keep through our cold wnter..can you imaigne if they got roses what they would do???i knew i had to research this first. i am now going to get busy about making a benefit from my dance world..somehow..by december ..before thier funds run out,
they need to raise fifteen thousand dollars. so here goes..i believe marquise would be thrilled to receive love, your prayers and cards and javit is improving in the hospital ------------
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in the light and in the dark,
martita.....

Sweet Prince... ACN :)

Thanks Alex for the Vigil post!

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Pamela UNAMERICAN AIRLINES AND STINKOS IS RIGHT!

Ro & Brady

Good Afternoon Barbaro!
My heart beats for your heart, always, and all your care team and those who love you!
I keep picturing you these frosty nights in a beautiful Scottish red tartan plaid horsie coat and ginger snaps!! Most likely "NickerMakers" right!
Love you so much!
Positive healing thoughts, the healing takes place in the most quiet of moments . . . . and I know you are out grazing today in this Pennsylvania fall sunshine.
Be sure to give Dr. Richardson a hug, and The Jacksons, too!!
Bobby, Miss Mocha knows greatness when she sees it - you!! A nose rub to Mocha!
A big kiss on your nose! Love you, Lou Ann

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Hi Everyone, turned into a very wild and crazy week and haven't been able to read all the posts though you always remain in my prayers, two-legs, four-legs, fin or feather, especially those who need a lot of love and special attention right now like the Rescue Horses, Burro's, etc. I just wish I could hug them and help more, hopefully some day.

To think that Dr. Richardson received hate mail or any type of negative comments was completely appalling to me -- when I caught that tidbit I did like some of you said have to go and vent. I've been around enough people to know there are some rotten apples, but to stoop that low . . . well, thank God Dr. Richardson is Dr. Richardson, but it still appalled me.
Dr. Richardson, you have my utmost respect and admiration, along with The Jacksons. God Bless you!

I did manage to catch most of the many really good articles and new pictures this week - wow - and thank you Alex!!!
Except I missed the kitty picture, and Mocha?

I WILL BE WITH ALL OF YOU TONIGHT (Sat.) @ 7PM EST TO VIGIL FOR BOBBY!

A hug and a prayer to any who need them.

Proud to be a FAN OF BARBARO!!

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Jo - just viewed your little clip on Storm Cat.
He is beautiful!!!!

Shelley - you crack me up. I think you are as excited about my adventure as I am.
Glad you liked the pictures. Wish there were more to share.

Vigil should be 4 PM here in Arizona. Is it just for Barbaro?

Mary S,

I would love to join you for a Bobby vigil today.

I really appreciated the links I found today. After reading a few of the attachments, I have a better visual picture of the specific areas to focus my prayers.

The articles were pretty clear about Bobby’s needs in his left foot. He needs to grow lots more quality hoof and have the meaty flesh attach its self to the hoof as it grows in. The hoof needs to grown in a proper shape. And the soft tissue needs to heal and remain infection free. The right leg bones needs to continue to strengthen and the curve or bow needs to straighten out. I believe this can all happen thru all of our continued prayers.

Barbaro has come such a long way on our collective prayers. Each morning when I read "ACN" I humbly remember Bobby is where he is because we all have asked on his behalf. There is a promise in the Bible that says "Ask and it shall be given you." Matt.7:7

See you at 7 PM EST

Will stop for a minute at 7 pm and send good wishes for continued healing, strength of spirit and love to our poster boy for equine miracles! He is really amazing and such an inspiration. Same to be said for Dr. Dean. The Philly Enquirer article was so touching about him. I hope he knows he's already forgiven, should anything go wrong on the still-long road to Bobby's recovery. But, it's not gonna!!

Peggy in NE Ohio

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Say, Ro....Didn't you have something to tell us regarding Dr. Dean and ABC's PERSON OF THE WEEK?

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Pamela I posted a thread on the DB last night. Also here on the board.

Here it goes. Dr. Richardson should be Person of the week on WorldNews on ABC.

Please e-mail :)
personoftheweek@abctv.com

Ro & Brady

Hola All Fans of Barbaro.

Big boy B. Thank you for months and months of inspiration.

(((((((((((((((Linda H.))))))))))))))))))))))

Today is a good day in "Woolley World"...Pamie when you return, you always do with a venegeance. Hi there we've missed you. Repeated LOL's at your posts. Also a holler at so many of you whose names make me smile. I have been in "Woolley Withdrawal" for days and missed you all.

Our champ is having his BAFTH day today.... Cheryl I am now unable to say BATH, LOL......I am starting to speak Barbaro english.

Alex, Pam called you the "wizard of woolley world". I cannot think of a higher compliment. Because of your efforts we have a place to call home. T.hank you

Pictures of the 2 mares that are pregnant and the yearling and cloud are now posted on the forum

http://forums.delphiforums.com/timwoolley/messages/?msg=1854.31

Great updates! Thank you, Alex and Rachel and Alie!

Meant Weanling and not yearling. (on pics) sorry bout that, still one handed today

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Rachel

Thank you for delivering those baskets and putting them together. I'm sure they were just spectacular. Wish we could have seen sweet Eduardo's face.

Thanks for ALL you do

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Martita Thank you for the directives to the Federation. I have a friend here in CO who is connected to them, he rides with the Buffalo Cowboys. He will be gathering funds, mine included, to send to Mr. Clemens. He asked me this question, and I didn't know the answer. Is this Clarence Clemens the wonderful saxophone man? (EStreet Band and solo artist?) I know it's not a real uncommon name but is it?

I just can't get it out of my head what that poor little boy endured. I pray for him, all of the Federation, their horses and riders. God Bless them all.

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Yup Marky...bafth... I have to check my work product to make sure I haven't lapsed into bArbaro-speek :)

Hugs to all

Cheryl

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GLORIA

I don't think anyone answered your question...sorry. Sometimes people get caught up in just talking to each other here, but they don't mean to ignore anyone.

You have a good point. Those of us who have followed racing for a long time don't think about some of the basic info that a newcomer should have.

If you go to equibase.com, click on Daily Racing Form on the left side, and it will give you a list of tracks currently racing, as well as where they are located. If you click on the box next to them, though, they'll want you to pay $3.50 for a Racing Form for that track's entries ;)

Hope this helps. You are always welcome here, and feel free to ask any question about anything. Plenty of experts here, plus a bunch of us who just guess at things ;)

Barbaro sweetie, I am so late today wishing you a good day. I hope the weather is good for grazing and I see Rachel brought goodies galore for you. Stand up straight on all four legs equally and grow that hoof. Butterfly kisses to you big guy!

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Hey MO MOMMIES and DADDIES. Please refer to message 49 on the List of MO MOMMIIES message board. We need all your ideas on this matter.

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I haven't read the posts here yet today, but there is a catalogue that is selling Official Barbaro Throws. Now we can all wrap ourselves up in Barbaro when we wish him good night.

http://www.exclusivelyequine.com/epages/eenew.
storefront An early Merry Christmas to all!

Hope all Fans of Barbaro have a great day.

Don't forget to sign the petition for Mike Rea's home makeover if you haven't already!!!

Thanks Alex for all the interesting racing info. and other great reading.

Sweet Bobby J. here for you Roo at 7.
Just have another comfortable night, and know our love is strong.
Love to Family and Posse, and our Carrots.
Susan
Believe in Miracles. Believe in Barbaro.
RIP my Precisionist, our Fog, and all our Angels.

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I wanted to pop in and comment on the SKIDBOOT video that J. Carson posted. I know many have asked in the past about cowboys and how and why they treat their horses they way they do. This Gentleman in this video IS A TRUE COWBOY. If you have ever wondered what one is about, just watch this video. Here is a direct link. Its wonderful. PS, I remember watching SKIDBOOT on Petstar, I love this update, even though I found myself being quite melencholy watching it.

http://www.fugly.com/videos/6277/skidboot_the_dog_texas_smart_rodeo_count.html

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Ro and Brady
I so agree. Dr. Dean for Person of the Week.
He has my vote.

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Marky...Ms Markle Sparkle...

and Susan E...how is Felix today?

martita,

I too thank you for following the trail of Romeo and the Federation of Black Cowboys to help right this terrible story - another horse potentially bound for slaughter saved, only to bring this plight to an even wider world through his tragic final minutes.

These boys, and I am sure all the kids who come to their stables and knew and loved Romeo, must be devastated. As Cheryl says, we can't imagine what this boy experienced, but he showed a compassion and strength beyond his years that must be honored.

The Federation itself is so deserving for all they do in providing alternatives to kids in the city and to honoring their heritage and place in our history!

There is a really good NPR report on the New York Federation which anyone can access here:

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=935664

I, too, wondered if this is the same Clarence Clemens, fantastic sax musician... martita, in any case, perhaps a benefit could include some of the incredible musicans out there who do care and share their talents for good causes?

We should continue to post The Federation's address so cards and (roses?) (studmuffins?) (donations?) can easily be forwarded - in the forum?

As always, martita, your passion is wonderful and may your energy sustain. Would we were closer to watch you perform... the pictures you paint in words must be incredible in your dancing.

Janice P
No sign of my Breyer model of Barbaro yet.
Hopefully soon!
Maybe they had a bigger response than they thought they would.

Hiya, Bobbey! ACN = always comforting news. Kudos to Rachel and the folks from Kennett Square. What a beautiful gift for Eduardo & his family. Now I need to get Ms. Nikita out for a walk to the Fort. Hope you are munching in the meadow and nuzzling Ms. Mocha! Your pals in CT -Robyn, Brent, & Nikita

Only in Philly just ran. I thought she was going to come through and take the lead but she seemed to get squashed against the rail and just dropped back out of the running.

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Could someone fill me in on what happened to my favorite girl, Round Pond ??

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Linda H. Hours seem like years while waiting for results. Find comfort in the fact that you have "sisters" here you care about you a great deal and hold you in their thoughts and prayers. Martita writes images as no one else can. I hope her words envelope you in warm feelings that we all hold for you.

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Martita, Many years ago there was a woman who wrote for Country Living Magazine. Her name was Jo Northrop. She had a gift of being able to relate her magnificent power of observation to others through the magic of words. I used to eagerly look forward to her observations of each month and the unique sensory images her words played upon. Kitchen smells, table settings, walks on the beach with her beloved labs at her side. All these images and she was legally blind. We lost this great observer of life and there is void that cannot be replaced. Her observations were compiled in a little book called Country Matters and it is a permanent fixture on my nightstand. You, Martita, remind me so much of her. You capture moments in time that are so profound to the senses, I get lost in the words you write for a few minutes each day. I'd like to think that Jo Northrup is smiling on you and all the wonderful work you do. Please never stop writing what you observe.

Hi ALL: What a beautiful day today. I visited my stable for the first time today. What amazing creatures they are. I visited my guy Walk, who I don't know if any of you remember was sent to see Dr. R back in August because he kept coming up lame. Anyway, he was diagnosed with a strained/pulled tendon in his foot. Dr. R. said to give him rest and bring him back in the Spring. Well I am happy to report that Walk is no longer lame. His ears are perked, he's very alert and wants out of the barn in the worst way. Unfortunately, right now he only gets out to do grazing. He will be visiting Dr. R again soon for a follow-up MRI then he's off to Florida for the Winter. It was really a great experience I got to feed him cookies as well as the other horses in my stable. Now that I've had my first taste of it, I can't wait to go back.

Glad to hear that Bobby continues to do well. I know in my heart he's going to make it.

Hiya Bobby: Are you being a good boy for everyone. Remember, my friend baby steps lead the way home. You keep up the good work. Love Ya.

Thank you Judy Walker. Vigil for Bobby at 7pm EST today.

Love, Light and Protection for Bobby

Hello Barbaro - hello all

while driving to Cincinnati this morning i scanned the radio for a good station - i heard the name Barbaro & had to stop it there - i am not sure who was taking about Bobby but he was a handicapper for Turfway Park - anyway -he was talking about how he looks at the pedigree of a horse to determine his choices- he said when watched Barbaro on the turf and looked at his sire and dam history he knew Barbaro was going to be a force to recon with - he talked about how upset he was when Barbaro broke down - the interview was over so i missed the begging but it was nice to hear !

well i have to go for now

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Lorraine, It's always such great news when a horse comes out of a hard time feeling well again.

I couldn't tell from your post if "Walk" is your horse or just in your stable or if you, yourself, met with Dr. R? In any case I'm glad he's better!

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Shelley, I tried that npr website address about 3-4 times and kept getting a "not available" notice. Any suggestions? Thanks!

Dear Sweet Barbaro,

I haven't been able to post much lately, but I still keep up with your progress every day. I love you Sweet Boy, and will be here for the duration! Keep healing! Stay strong!

Will be participating in the vigil - 4:00 pm Pacific Time!

Love to all - Sue xoxoxo

#### GO GORELLA!!!!! Be safe all. Love to our beautiful Bobby.

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Shelley, No need to write back, I just went directly to npr, thanks!

Showing Up just won!!!! :-)

Phoenix, AZ area,

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Sherry, Natalie, Rosemary, barbara, anybody I missed?

I just spoke to Holly Marino who runs our horse rescue in North Scottsdale. My daughter and I have volunteered there before.

She says they were hit especially hard this summer. They are in need of funds, hay and blankets. We are taking several bales of hay and some old blankets (still lots of use in them.)

If you can help, PLEASE give or donate.

www.rescueahorse.com

THANKS!

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GORELLA takes it!!

NOW THAT IS HORSE RACING....

What a run by Gorella!

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I just got home.. saw Showing Up win, Nice pic with Daddy Jackson, then I had to look away to Gorella.. she did it again. Gosh I love her.. Shes a monster!

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Shannon...Jo...Did I just hear that correctly?
Did they say Bernardini versus Lava Man in the Breeder's Cup?

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BARBARO...Did you see SHOWING UP? WOWIE WOW WOW

Good Afternoon Champ! Glad your having another splendid day! Enjoy yourself and stay warm. Love you lots big guy.

xoxoxox

For those who sent gifts to Eduardo, I applaud your kindness. Thank you, I always thought this man deserved some recognition and love from Barbaro's fans. And now thanks to your efforts he has. Well done.

Everyone - Don't forget Barbaro's 7pm Vigil

As Alex said, Barbaro is doing well but it's still day-to-day. His LH hoof must grow much much more, and the hoof wall must attach firmly, free of infection. The RH leg needs to straighten and heal more. He must continue to stand and walk comfortably. Judy's 7:54 PM post explains it best.

Dr. R. needs our prayers too. He must stay persistent, empowered with God's strength, wisdom, knowledge, discernment and healing grace.

Please take some time and pray for them both

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Pam, I dont know? I only have the volume on during the race, otherwise I would go bonkers.

Showing Up makes me proud for Barbaro, the Jacksons, Barclay... five lengths! Good boy!

Edgar almost beat Gorella, though - ! Do they save a little for the BC? That's only 3 weeks away...

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Shelley, I think Gorella looked good, she was placed good and had a good run that suited her. I think, in my unprofessional opinion ofcourse, that she will come out of this just fine, this was like a quick walk to the grain bin for her..I expect her to have lots left. lol!

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Nobiz Like Showbiz is coming up!

I wasn't watching Gorella...I was more interested in looking for Graham Motion's Sweet Talker but she was scratched!

I'm so happy for the Jacksons...Showing Up was amazing!

Pamela...I thought it was already decided that Lava Man and Bernardini would face each other in the Breeders' Cup, and Invasor.

Bonnie,

With regard to the NPR story on the Black Cowboys, I tried it again and had no luck when I used Google search, but tried it on Yahoo and it went through just fine. That happens to me quite a lot, but I don't know why Google has such little luck for me with those URLs.

Glad you found it through backing and filling, ha ha... One thing I have learned with these computers is to not stop trying.

Sorry to butt in, butt....
candles are low. Please take a moment now or at the vigil 7 PM EST:

http://www.gratefulness.org

Thanks.

Photo finish! Todd Pletcher's Scat Daddy just got it from Barclay Tagg's Nobiz Like Showbiz! What a race!!!

Sheesh I HATE it when I fall asleep!!!

Rosemary; Round Pond tied-up while she was preparing for her last race, and that is why she was not 100%. When she tied up she got scared of the track, so Mr Matz had to fix that problem. He took her out on trail rides and she got to where she forgot about it I guess. She is fine now.

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Hmmm.. Congrats on 2nd for NoBiz and Barclay Tagg. I am sorry, but I had to laugh, NoBiz looked like he was just playing, did anyone else see him checking out Scat Daddy like " Hey? Do I know you?"

Honestly, not to take anything away from the Winner, but I think if Nobiz was to dig in, which I dont think he did, he could of easily taken it.

I agree with Alex. No Biz Like Show Biz has the future.

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Thanks Lynda. Poor thing, first it's her feet, now her muscles - she feels like I do, but I am much older than she is. LOL I hope she gets over the many problems she has had in the past. If anyone can do it, Michael can. Do you know when she will be racing again ??

Does anyone know what happened to Only In Philly today????? She raced at Laurel today.

Rosemary in NE Ohio; Her next race is scheduled to be the BC Distaff.

NEVERMIND. I just got my Watch Mail Result. Only In Philly came in 5th :o(

Shannon, I agree - and for NoBiz's SECOND race, I think that's pretty awesome. Actually it's awesome that he was the favorite at this stage of his career. He's a very handsome guy, too.

I don't understand why they're bringing European horses over to run in these high stakes races on surfaces they don't normally run on - it sure looks like they're uncomfortable (Dylan Thomas and the Scottish horse, last in this race, et al.). Seems like that would be discouraging for both the owners and the horses... hope that doesn't happen to the Lael's George Washington in the Breeder's Cup.

I loved Scat Daddy - he put it all together today, but I agree that Nobiz has all the talent in the world! Both were very impressive and should go on. I am amazed that Nobiz ran that well in his second race.

I missed Showing Up's win. I'm hoping they might show it on the ESPN show, but they probably won't.

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Shannon & Zeena

I saw the same thing. Nobiz Like Showbiz looked over to the right in the stretch to see who that was coming on by and put his ears forward, too! He dug in one more time after that, too little too late, though. I agree with all who say he has a future ahead of him. Not bad to look at either!

Just got back on - Gorella was fabulous - I think she is a definate girlfriend for Bobby - she is beautiful!!!

Scat Daddy was AWESOME!!!

Barbaro - how was your bath??? Splish Splash!

XXOO

Those fillies are so pretty, very feminine looking. Magnificent Song is gorgeous, she looks very elegant. I pray they all make it safe and sound.

What track did SHowing Up run at? Was it Belmont?

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Rachel,

Thank you for taking your valuable time to take the baskets for Eduardo to Alex. Please thank everyone at KF's for doing much of the legwork for the baskets. I know we were sending you things from across the country and yet you managed to take all the pieces and present them as token of our appreciation for all Eduardo has done for Barbaro. What would we do without you guys. God Bless you all!!!

rosemary

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Pammie,

Felix continues to improve, thank you! One could say that he had ACN! Last night he laid on my chest and gave chin kisses --his usual "go to bed" routine which he hasn't done in almost a week. Thank you !!

GENERAL QUESTION: these requests for blankets for the horse rescues--is this strictly horse blankets or will human-type warm blankets do as well?

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Pamela; LOL sorry for falling asleep. Tell MM I won't fall asleep next time.

Hehehehehehehe

### Lorraine S. , congrats on Walk being better and I'm jealous of his upcoming winter in Fla. I remember when he went to see Dr. R. Was jealous of that too ! ! ! Seriously, so glad the lameness is gone.

### Linda H. , Another cyber-sister checks in to say I'm here for you , and hang in there.I had 4 brothers , so I love having sisters here. Giving you a big hug.

Barbaro Jackson, I suppose you are worn out by now, (5:43) if you had all your regular visitors, and treats , and your bath. Plus grazing. I guess MM was away at the races today , but you can let him off for a day or so? What a good horse you are! Have ACN, and we'll see you tomorrow, and
pray for you at 7pm. goodnight , chipper nipper.

Lynda...race 8 at Belmont

Jo; Thanks! That is good. I will just watch the races on Racereplays.com

Lynda (and Jake, too) -

Showing Up was in the 8th race at Belmont today. You can see the video by going to the New York Racing Association Belmont Park website, going down the left side to the Broadcast category, picking video. If you don't have a "password", you can get it in about a minute by putting in your info. It's really handy for those of us who have been bitten by this bug.

Don't know what I would do if I had horse racing TV - guess I wouldn't be able to walk dogs, go to work, read, sleep, uh, anything else...!??

Precious Barbaro: Thanks to our Father for another comfortable day. May He also give you a night of healing and rest.
Father, thank you for the "Miracle of Barbaro".

My Angel Horse, Lost in the Fog: Still missing you so much. Thanking our Father for such a magnificent creation in the name of "Lost in the Fog".
Thank you Father, for letting us have Foggy for the time he was with us. I just wish we would have had him a little longer.

Barbaro Team: Praying that you are all having a wonderful day today. I thank our Father everyday for uniting me with so many lovely and caring people. God Bless you and yours.

Update on my Kylie: She is doing alot better. I can never express how much it meant to us that all of my Barbaro Team was praying and lighting candles for my precious grandbaby. She's back to singing her ABC's and also "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star".

GOOD NEWS, GOOD NEWS, GOOD NEWS!!!!!!
I just received my thank you note from Mr. Aleo. He wrote me that he was very impressed with my letter to him over the loss of "Foggy".....HE ALSO SENT ME THE "LOST IN THE FOG" DVD.......I couldn't believe it. I was jumping all over the room with happiness. My dog and cats all ran under the bed. They are probably thinking "I knew this was going to happen. She finally "cracked"...where is the straight jacket"?....I just love Foggy so much and miss him tremendously.

Candles are lit for my boys.......

Jeanette Cavalier

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Susan E, I'm guessing they want horse blankets because they have straps to hold them in place.
My daughter has put a human blanket under the horse blanket before to save the horse blanket from getting so dirty, but the always fall off!

Jo i messed up - Jennys on the Radio races tomorrow at Belmont - not today. XXOO

Barb how is Miss Chunky doing???

Shelley Thanks! I don't know what I would do either if I had that channel. It's just a good thing I don't I think.

I can't WAIT to see the real George Washington, David Junior, Ouija Board here! Sure glad you're here to keep us posted, Alex. Your insights are especially interesting and knowledgeable.

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SHANNON, GO READ YOUR EMAIL.

HE-HE!!!
:>)

SUSAN E- HOPE FELIX IS GETTING BETTER EACH DAY- WILL KEEP PRAYING FOR HIM!!!

LOVE & PRAYERS,
CHERYL

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Susan E, jeffersequine.com has some reasonable blankets.

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Sally, Sally, Sally,

Chunky is SO CHUNKY! and she is not due till March. God help us!

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Sally, how are all your fur kitties?

BARB BARB BARB - is she eating like a horse - I mean like a pig? Is she feeling good? I know you are excited. Is Chunky excited???

All my kitties are good - two are sleeping and two are washing themselves - probably getting ready for a nap!!

I forgot to ask you - is this Chunky's first???

XXOO and Scratchies to Miss Chunky!!

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BOBBIE B- I HAD ADDED YOU TO MY EMAIL LIST, IS YOUR EMAIL THE SAME AS YOUR NAME PRETTY MUCH? I'M LUVBARBARO@AOL.COM SO IF YOU SEE THAT, YOU'LL KNOW HOW IT'S FROM. :>)

LYNDA P- WHAT WAS THE NAME OF THAT "POOPY SCOOPY" STUFF WERE TYING TO SELL ME LAST NIGHT. :>)

LOVE & PRAYERS,
CHERYL G
:>)

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Sally,

Chunky has always been a good eater--no problems there. She is not particularly excited about anything. Kind of makes you wonder how much they really understand about all this pregnancy thing.

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SusanE Lots of reasonable horse blankets on eBay.
Human blankets just won't do it. Need straps and front closure to stay put.
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Thanks Lynda. November 4th is a day that I plan on just staying home to watch the races. Can't wait!!!

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Special prayers for Mike Rea. He might be going home next week for good. Pray he is ready for the transition. May God hold him steady. His family needs our prayers too.

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ROBBIE, Thanks for the pics of Vicarino. I love to see good things happening for Aleo and Gilchrist!

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Sally, This is not her first baby. That helps a LOT. They are very similar to us, believe it or not. First time mamas can be really nervous. Also, the muscles remember from the first delivery. It is much easier.

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CHERYL; Make sure you look at the Colonix program, not just the Colonix itself.

Susan go to ebay for the blankets - I got one for General at MHR for about $50 - there are some less and some more. Since General is older I got him a heavier blanket. But I'm not sure he needs it being in NV - it does get cold there in the Winter - so hopefully he can use it. I would suggest medium weights for the younger horses. I could be wrong - Faye is the person to ask - she lives in NV and wworks at MHR when she can.

Good day to Dear Barbaro!!!GIad to hear you had a good day!!!.....and I hope a good bath..

Congrats to SHOWING UP,and aII winners..

Yes,thriIIed to see Jennys on Radio racing again..

Thanks AIex for great updates..

Thanks KB for the update-post on Eds' basket..exceIIent..thank you so much!

Barbaro,tucking you in earIy,sending Iove and hugs..
Praying every day for every foot!xxxooo
Iove,
Iinda A
Oregon

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DEAR FRIENDS dear darIing peopIe of kindness and goodness ....wouId you consider Martitas' words carefuIIy,thank you,and if so moved by this most amazing story.....wouId you be wiIIing to send a sweet note,or card,or a gift of money,Iarge or smaII,it is okay.....we are working on HEIPING the FEDERATION OF BIACK COWBOYS as they seek to continue their work with the chiIdren of New York City ....the needs are great of course,as with aII our rescue operations....These wonderfuI cowboys did rescue DEAR ROMEO,who died a bitter death by taxicab accident (pics attached)..One of the boys is an avid horseman, we are Iearning,BBC documentary on him--Marquise---he cradIed ROMEO in his arms,bIood staining his jeans......this beautifuI young man comforted the horribIy hurt and dying horse...This horse was RESCUED after being abandoned and was being tained to work with the cowboys.....
Any kindness,card,note,financiaI heIp wouId be so weIcome and so honoring to our HERO BARBARO!!!! and to supporting the Cowboys work with the horses and NYCity chiIdren. ChiIdrens'Iives have been aItered for good as they Iearn about horses,Iearn to care for them,Iearn to ride...and their Iives go into a good direction.

Federation of Black Cowboys
8311 S Conduit Ave
Jamaica, NY 11414 phone number for the Federation:718-925-0180

attention: Clarence Clemens

I got this address off the web...I see it differs a bit from Martitas' beIow..I tried to caII them...sorry no response..but THIS IS THEIR addy on GOOGIE maps and the web.

Thank you so much for considering this matter in the spirit of Barbaro!
Linda a Ayres
Oregon....eaddies@gmail.com

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DEAR FANS OF BARBARO,
this is an update on the cruel happenings of ROMEO AND HIS TERRIBLE DEATH AND SOME WONDERFUL SOLUTIONS FOR THE KIDS WHO DEPEND ON THE FEDERATION OF BLACK COIWBOYS,..to give them hope and purpose in a world they try to axhist of violence and cruelty.
THE DERATION OF BLACK COWBOYS
83-11 SOUTH CONDUIT AVENUE,
HOWARD BEACH, NEW YORK,11414---
to the attention of CLARENCE CLEMENS .
now, it took a week to find out the truth. the truth=
javit was riding romeo on last sunday wiht his pals marquise et all, he was trainng romeo to spare his life from the slaughter house.
'two months ago, there were three horse that were abandned for a couple of days because their owner was MURDERED-. romeo =was one of them-- the aspca steppend in and THE Feferation took them in..placing two of them and keeping romeo. 'the owner was murdered in an attempt to steal the three horses so they could be sold to the shaughter house
people will do anything fpr money and are always sharking around.
javit, a good and devoted rider, was determined to save this adoptee. so you see what a crule end romeo met. when the taxi got too close and spooked him and he tried to jump over and gouged himself on the cab light and wiht his entrails all over the place, marquise was able to capture him and lay him down and craddle his head till the end.
i will never forget the visual of him and his glowig angel face saying how he loved jhorses and his pant legs were concered in blood romeo's blood.
now clemens is the mentor of marquise. and he and his twin brother obviously have a story which the bbc has filmed . I DO NOT WANT TO LET THESE CHILDREN DOWN WE CARE. I CARE.THEY DESERVE BETTER BEING POOR IS NOT A REASON NOT TO HAVE ENOUGH AND EVEN THE BEST.IN MY COUNRTY..IN THE SHADOWS IT IS LIKE WORSE THEN A THIRD WORLD COUNTRY AS ECONIMISTS SAY HERE..
. i intend to contact our mayor for an award and fuinds tfor the fereation ..they are paying out of thioer own pockets to keep the porgram and stables open..
so the lad and javit and also charles gibson for person of the week abc. o.
thirteen year old marwuise is my hero-trying to ocmfort a horse that had already been orphaned in a veyr criuel way..
. and god only knows the lives they lead..i do know as i have been in the trecnhes since 1983..i go everywhere to dance and teach through arts connection and let me tell you it is unbelievable the talent floating in the worst parts iof our urban landscapes..
that is a disgrace in our counrty.
i cant do it alone. i wont let these children loose their riding and beloved horses that whihc keeps them loving and being human in the best sense of the word. . what they need =cards of love an support from all of you..and donnations of any green kind for the maintenance of the stable ..that is the first order of business in honor of romeo..can you imagine a worse fate?>. to loose so much and the silence thst follows?.
any check to be made out to the feration of black cowboys.
i will never abandon these children and i wont abandon the horses they are tyring to feed and keep through our cold wnter..can you imaigne if they got roses what they would do???i knew i had to research this first. i am now going to get busy about making a benefit from my dance world..somehow..by december ..before thier funds run out,
they need to raise fifteen thousand dollars. so here goes..i believe marquise would be thrilled to receive love, your prayers and cards and javit is improving in the hospital ------------
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Barb - could you email me some photos of Miss Chunky for my album?? barbarorocks@bellsouth.net

I would love to see her. Be sure to take pictures before she delivers so I can see how big she has gotten - AND baby pictures!!!

Did the daddy every come around to make an honest horsie of her?? lol

Aunty Sally

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Sally, Susan,

I know here in AZ, we don't really need the blankets. It probably gets colder there. (We blanket here just for the coat.)

Barbaro- Hope you're having a great Saturday. I saw your buddy Edgar at Keeneland today. I wished him good luck as he was going to the track in race 3. He said "thanks", I'm sure he saw my "Barbaro" hat. I couldn't help but think, "there is the man who saved Barbaro", as his actions gave Dr. Richardson a chance to put you back together again.

It's cool, almost cold, here in Kentucky, hope you're a little warmer than I am.

Love Always and Forever,

Kim

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BARB IN AZ, I meant to ask you the other day when you broke the news to us about Chunky, your wayward child. Isn't she a pony who had a fling with a much larger horse? Do we need to be concerned about needing a c-section? I was kinda worried about a difficult birth...
Godmother cindy a.

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Susan, Sally

I think it so sweet that you are getting blankets. You are WONDERFUL!

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cindy a,

I was actually concerned about that myself, so I called the hot-line to my vet. Yes, it is actually a RED PHONE which connects directly to him! He told me that ponies tend to have pony-size babies, and not to be overly concerned. He then gave me a prescription for some Valium. I was hyper ventilating!

Seriously, if the mare is bred to a larger stallion, the baby will probably mature to be larger than the mare eventually.

Another good thing about ponies is that they are extremely rugged. They rarely have problems in child birth

Prayer vigil in 27 minutes

Brava to Showing Up, and congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Jackson, who deserve everything wonderful that happens to them!

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BARB AZ - excuse my ignorance, but what is the average weight of a newborn foal?

I think that Barbaro and Gorella should get married. Barbaro is BIG BOSS HORSE and the announcer today referred to Gorella as having ATTITUDE...of course, this might mean they'd have bratty kids! LOL

I like you vet - I thought the Valium were for Miss Chunky - I had to laugh - they were for you!!! You are a funny girl! Hopefully all will go well!!!

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Nancy in CT

[I told you I lived in Greenwich, didn't I? All my kids were born there. I feel like we had that discussion.]

The size of a foal will vary quite a bit, depending on breed, and a lot of other factors. Our little one will probably weigh about 40-60 lbs. We don't actually weigh horses. We use a special tape measure and measure around the girth area to estimate weight.

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BARB IN AZ.
THANK GOD! That is interesting that ponies have pony sized foals. I guess mother nature knows that mates are not always choosen well. You know, in the heat of passion I doubt if she thought much about consequences! LOL
Good Luck! It would be great to see pics of the little momma and baby!

Nancy - I agree = those two need to have a baby - no bratty kids - I'm sure Mrs Jackson wouldn't allow that - lol

They would make beautiful babies!

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Thanks, Aunt Sally!

BARB - we want pictures!!!

Now remind me again - whos the daddy? Is he yours or did he jump the fence???

Bratty Barbaro Babies...I love it!

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Sally,

He is a big bulky quarter horse stallion. He's not mine. Chunky was visiting another friend when she got out of her pen and did the nasty! I really don't know what she was thinking!

what your friend was thinking or Miss Chunky - she is a naughty girl. She likes the big guys!!! Me to Miss Chunky!!

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Sally, if you want to see the dad, go to the following site. His name is "Dressed to Splash."

http://lazythorseranch.cjb.net/

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Sally, our baby is out of the same stallion..

Good night everyone and Alex...

Bobbycakes...sweet dreams..I'l catch yu tomorrow!

Darlin sweet dreams too heal firl

Jake your prologue WAS hoity-toity! LOL

Vigil.......soon.

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Barb... don't mean to butt in .....wow. Now you didn't have to pay the stud fee did you. LOL

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I just read that TB foals weigh between 100-150lbs.

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. We hold the vision of your wholeness - you are perfect and complete - in vibrant good health.

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

Barb I hope you didn;t have to pay the $500 stud fee - lol - he is beautiful!!!

XXOO

Aunty Sally

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BARB AZ - your "son-in-law" is a handsome devil...no wonder Chunky heard the call of the wild!

I'd like to thank everyone who participated in "gifting" Eduardo, to let him know the high esteem in which we hold him. We thought something low key would be most appropriate, but this community always does the most amazing things, with the help of our dear friends at Kennett Florists. KF, as always, jumped through hoops to make this happen and let us send hand made and very personal gifts for part of the baskets. (I don't think we can ever express enough appreciation to KF--with so much done out of love on their own time. If you want to see pictures of the gifts, go to Eduardo Gift Status Kennett Florists in the forum, message 128. If you want to see a loving community in action, read through some of the posts in that thread and the Eduardo; Multitasking thread.

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Thanks, Marita, for the touching post. I feel the same way. And how Eduardo must have missed Barbaro every day after the injury with visits few and far between. There were real heroes that day, supporting Barbaro to get him into the talented care at New Bolton. /e

The Glory is your's Father. Thank you.

Love, Light and Protection for Bobby

Thank you Heavenly Father for your continued healing touch in Bobby’s bones that were broken in his right leg. I ask that you continue to strength those bones and please straighten the bowed leg bone so he can walk comfortably and maybe even enjoy a gallop now and again.

I thank you also for the healing You are doing in his left foot. For the comfort You have blessed his with. We ask You to grow a sound, solid hoof that is shaped just perfectly and will support the flesh inside. That the fleshy portion of his foot remain infection free and that it adhere to the hoof wall as the hoof grows back. Also that the flesh portion heals and resumes it's original shape.

Of all the things You have done on Barbaro’s behalf Heavenly Father, I thank You most of all for holding him gently in Your arms and encouraging his spirit. For speaking to him in the night hours and comforting his amazing heart, the heart of a champion.

Good Evening, Team Barbaro!

Will do a vigil in just sec...SOOOOO much to catch up on.

Sherry, Marshall, and Ryan, it was such pleasure to meet all of you. Ryan, we want to hear about your day today.

Sherry, Marshall and I arrived at FH to another gorgeous day. Sky was clear, sun was bright, Alex was (as always) the perfect host. Got to see Luke and the BEAUTIFUL Chappy. Chappy is such a lady (and she lets us know she is a lady) who is very sweet, very affectionate. Got a little quiet time with them when we were in the stable. And Luke...dear, sweet, Luke. I'm in heaven. All the horses were just so sweet, so spirited (and I'm tired enough to forget all the names...I don't mean to upset anybody - especially Alex- but I can barely think straight) and I love them all.

We got a treat. Michael Matz was on Messaging at the track. He is so nice - he was watching all his horses train - a true patriarch...and Messaging is his GORGEOUS self. The gate crew were great - Sherry asked tons of great questions. Saw Peter Brette.

KF delivered Eduardo's baskets today and if is ever possible they could outdo themselves...well, these baskets were it. Fantastic work.

We went to Delaware Park afterwards for a couple of hours. My first time there. I was praying for the horses to just race and get to the finish safely. But all I could do was stare at all those beautiful animals. Some were very spirited - some were very calm and centered.

I know I've left out sooooo much, I just can't think straight and I have a very intense day tomorrow.

Sherry, Marshall and Ryan, let the board know of this beautiful day. Its one I will treasure for the rest of my days.

Healing, Love, Peace,
Lyn Gilbert

Hello again Barbaro !

I had to leave earlier - but wanted to tell you good night - sleep tight and continue to heal , handsome !
God is watching over you and all in your care !

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Judy Walker in WA,

Thank you for that lovely prayer.

Barbaro, keep going, big guy! We ALL LOVE YOU.

ALL: please don't forget your candles. Thanks.

http://www.gratefulness.org

Lyn G,

I remember you'd said you wanted to go back up to FH when the leaves were turning--was it lovely? I was there about a month ago and was also completely taken with Chappy. She really is a darling!

sallie

Sallie, Chappy is a sweetheart. And its obvious that she adores Alex. Being around all that fantastic horse energy is so amazing...:)

Alex, thank you again for showing us around today - me, for my second time.

Also got letters from Mr. Aleo and Mr. Gilchrist today and burst into tears seeing our beloved LITF.

healing, love, peace,
Lyn Gilbert

I forgot...we met Judge and Little Judge...heard about how they tried to sweet-talk NBC into seeing Barbaro...Little Judge is ADORABLE!!!!

healing, love, peace,
Lyn Gilbert

Big B.,

Glad you're still on track. Heal sound & heal strong!!

I spent my first day volunteering at the SPCA barn where there was a young horse who has foundered badly in two feet. It was so sad. This little guy fought to get up and looked like he was going to topple into a sitting position. Apparently, his coffin bone has rotated & dropped so much in one of the feet, there's nothing that can be done except get the judge to sign him over so he can be euthanized. I spent some time with him, just loving on him. At least his last days will not be filled with neglect. I'll be going back tomorrow to concentrate on him and another horse who looks like a skeleton with skin. Just heartbreaking!!

It makes me so grateful Bobby has the wonderful family he does - and that he's got incredible good health on his side.

On a good note - my favourite dog, Shortie (Shortstuff) got adopted! She's a yellow lab/bassett type mix. looks like a lab w/short legs. I'll miss her, but she's found a forever home!!!

Hope all you FOB's are doing well tonight!

Julie Z.

Whoops!

Alex,

Forgot to thank you, once again, for everything you're doing here. I will get home, to MD, someday soon - and definitely owe you a few pints!!

Lyn; is "Judge" his real name? Did you talk to Mr Matz at all?

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This is a poem published in The Blood-Horse by a 16 yr old named Emily about LITF.

When on earth a great heartbeat stills
I know a stall in heaven fills
And when a champion breaths his last
In heaven a chestnut streak flies past
And for all the tears that mourners shed
A crooked-blazed angel shakes his head
And dances on across the sky
Using newfound wings to fly
As the earth dims, the heavens glow brighter
To honor that hero, our fallen fighter
He raced with his heart, whatever the cost
He raced for his life, and that race he lost.

We love these angels that heaven sends
But they are not ours; heaven merely lends
Them to us, for awhile, at least
And so, dear hero, may you rest in peace
You gave your all, in life and death
A racing heart through final breath
And now in fields green you soar
To run 'neath the stars forevermore
Perhaps in time my heart will mend
For I know this great horse runs again.

I just got my Blood-Horse and was touched by this, I wanted to share it with ya'll. Hope it hasn't been posted on here before.

Barbaro, we love you so much. We will take one day at a time, just like you are doing. Hearing Another Comfortable... is music to my ears.

Did you get to go out today on this brisk day? Did you touch noses with your little cow friend?

Alex, thank you for all your hard work. We continue to count on these updates and this great website.

Daphne and Pee

Re Michael Matz, just to say hi, beautiful day, great to be at FH...

Healing, Love, Peace,
Lyn Gilbert

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Ahhhhh, cindy. That is so precious. Thanks. I haven't seen it before.

Thanks, Cindy.

What a beautiful poem. I hope the girl who wrote it sent it to Mr. Aleo - he's a pretty cool guy and would really love it.

Cindy that is beautiful. I do not believe that has been posted here before.

Oh, Cindy. Emily's poem is beautiful.

Lyn what did he say back?

LOL sorry for all the questions. I am just obsessed.

Now for the catching up...

Linda H, you are in my prayers and healing energy is on the way to you.

Hi, Renee!

Susan in TX, my heart broke to read about China. You are a loving pet owner and she will watch over you.

Dr. R - the recent articles give such insight into you and show your emotions. WE all love and respect you and admire your compassion and commitment to help as many of our animal companions as you can. If any of these naysayers try to invalidate your work...well, they'll just have to get thru us first before getting to you.

Read the update on Princess...hooray!!!

Hugs to Felix.

Kudos to Showing Up (I love that name...).

Gotta go...tomorrow is an intense day.

Healing, Love, Peace,
Lyn Gilbert

Saw the pics of Stephanie's new arrivals...Cloud is soooo gorgeous.

Good evening Alex and FOBs

Thanx for all the info on the races Alex!

Heyyyy Barbaro sweetie! I didn't forget you, honest! Worked today and just got home but I wanted to find out if you had ACN!! and you did!! Way to go babycakes!..you da man! Well, it's getting later so it's time to tuck you in for the night...fluffing up the bedding, turning on the nite lite, whispering a lullabye in your beautiful ears. You have a great sleep and some lovely dreams, champion! Hugs and smoooooochies!
Have to work tomorrow so I'll be in late again.

G'nite Foggy

Jake,

just wanted to say how sorry I am about Daisy. She'll always be with you and will watch over you.

Julie

Wonderful, Alex, another comfortable day for our boy! Great, thank you Michael/Peter and Alex.

Daphne

Good night all - Barbaro, Ima, Aliby, Cloud, Misty, Lucy, Chicka, etc. Snuggle in the warm straw tonight and sleep well. Will check in on you all tomorrow.

XXOO and SCRACTCHIES - LOVE YOU!

Aunty and Mommie Sally

Cindy, thank you for the lovely, touching poem by Emily. Fog inspires, doesn't he...

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Julie Z.
What you are doing not many can do, bless you for having the strength and such a big heart! I hope there are some good stories that come out of this as well!

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Hi Barb (AZ) How can i help? Please email me. Thanks again for the wonderful rainy morining in AZ (I know it is a rarity but I loved meeting some of your friends, and please tell Heidi she is the cat's meow!!!) I love AZ, it is so beautiful here!!!!

Thanks, Bonnie.

I know we can't save them all, but at the very least, we can let them know someone does love them!

The barn at the SPCA is going to be hard, but something I want to do. And, a mare and a little colt did find a good home today, so that was uplifting.

Barbaro Sweetie,

I wish I was there to tuck you in for the night and read you a bedtime story, while you have your muffins and carrots. Sweet dreams fella!! We are all praying for you while you sleep and dream beautiful dreams about grazing to your heart's content. God's angels are surrounding you and protecting you always. Love you lots. Grow Hoof Grow!!! Check on you tomorrow big fella.

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Barb in AZ,
Yikes, am I ever having internet problems with addresses from this site. I went to that cjb.net site and all I saw was pictures of women looking for men! Any clues? Thanks!

Good night everyone, hope you all had good Saturdays .

Barbaro , you have a great night of cozy, restful sleep and heal , heal , heal. grow hoof grow.
Good night , sweet prince.

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LOL Bonnie, you never know where you'll land on the net: safe surfing. BTW I was really impressed by your post to Linda H.

To all who need comfort and healing tonight: may your wishes be granted.

Barbaro you continue to warm my heart, inspire me and make me smile. Give mocha a big kiss for me. Sleep and heal champ.

Ah, ACD. Thank you, Alex. I was getting a mite edgy.

The Barbaro Effect continues and my Felix continues to improve. A million heartfelt thanks to all of our friends here, who have been so kind with support and good wishes!

GO CARDS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Bobby
Glad to hear Michael visited you today and that all is well. I continue to pray believing and expecting that that there will be more good reports on you tomorrow. Sleep well magnificent horse, under God's protection.

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Barb Z in AZ: Yes, you DO know what Chunky Pony was thinking!!!! :) :) :)

So good to hear that BArbaro has had another comfortable night. Blessings on Barbaro and all his wonderful team.

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Marky,
Thanks for the acknowledgment! Yes, it feels good to be able to give support as well as receive it. After all, in the end we are all sisters and brothers.

Thank you God for Barbaro's continued healing.

Lord, please have mercy on the defenseless.

Amen

Hello Barbaro,

Another great update on you Honey! Thank you God.
I hope you enjoyed your time outside and it was Bath Day today!

But why don't you grab your blanket and cuddle up. The nights are getting cooler so you need your warmer blanket. Dream only sweet dreams Barbaro. All of your loved ones and how much their visits mean to you.

Close your eyes and dream. May the healing continue through the night and strength carry you through your day tomorrow. I'll be here tomorrow to check on the updates and see how your day is going. Now close your eyes. Sleep well Honey. I love you. Good night. XXOO

Goodnight to all and to Barbaro!
Keep growing that hoof, one day at a time. We are all here with you, each and every day.

Go Barbaro Go!

Thanks Alex for the terrific updates!

Nancy in Va Beach :)

cindy a

Thank you for posting that poem. I saw it in my Bloodhorse today and thought it was so beautiful.

Another good day! You're one day closer to going home sweet boy! Time to snuggle down for the night, stretch out and get comfy-cozy. Hope you get a good night's rest full of healing and comfort. As always, you're in my thoughts, my prayers, my heart. I love you Barbaro!

There will be miracles...
when you believe.

#### What a wonderful trip to Fair Hill this morning .... as my friend, Marshall and I enjoyed the company, again, of Lyn G - in such a fabulously beautiful place. Alex - thank you so much for your time, kindness - and splendid tour.
Seeing all I've read about and absorbed via online descriptions was quite wonderful - meeting Chappy - Luke - seeing the shedrow - the barns - the tracks - the amazing amount of activity this morning - was splendid. I recognized Michael Matz long before we were close enough to exchange greetings - and Messaging is beautiful. I wanted to ask him all about his buddy, BArbaro !!!! There is so much to tell about this trip - jam packed since the Thursday night arrival. Have run into Rachel and Allie several times already - and met Annie and others the first day - at Kennett Florist. The trip to New Bolton was splendid - we (Ryan, Marshall and I) were there for several hours - putting the "Arizona Loves Barbaro" poster together - carefully !!! While there we met so many - including Dr. Sweeney - and the Mom to all donor animals. Our visit to Ryerss Farm for Aged Equines was special beyond words. We enjoyed a tour of the barns and met all 75 residents - and heard their stories. What an amazing collection of "old souls" .... we felt their power clearly. We'll return tomorrow - armed with huge bags of apples and carrots.
And so, fellow FOB's ..... I bid you a good night - and will have more to report when I return to Arizona. This trip has been more than I could even have expected !

Sherry

I know this is redundant, but where may I obtain the Barbaro bracelet offered by Skyler? Thanks for your help.

Goodnight, FOBs. Hope you had a wonderful Saturday.

Barbaro, my love: Sleep tight, sweet prince, rest and heal, and dream only the sweetest of dreams. I love you forever.

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CINDY,
A wonderful poem and a short, simple, beautiful prayer. Thank you.

Young Mr. Jackson, somehow it's become 11:00 pm and I have no idea where the night went. I bid you good night, a deep and healing sleep, and sweet dreams of your loved ones and the ones who need love. Be careful getting up and down, and have ACN so that TOMORROW you can wind up ANOTHER ACW!!!! Yippee!

Good night, my Velvet Nosed squealing cow kisser.

Good night, Barbaro Nation.

GO CARDS GO!

### Susan in CO,

Go to info@bellaregalo.com and I believe the information is there. You can email your receipt from donating to any of the horse rescues that we have been helping and they will send one free (if they still have some left).

Good luck.

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Thank you all for your well wishes and words of compassion. I feel that I can handle whatever is handed to me now and that all of you have made me stronger.

I love my FOB family

Thank you all again

Gloria Davis (from one Gloria to another!) -
I believe someone already posted a link to horse racing venues currently holding a meet. Here's another link for all race tracks in North America in case it is helpful.
http://horseracing.about.com/od/thoroughbredtracks/

Linda H. - Just wanted you to know that I too am wishing and praying for all the best for you.

Barbaro...your inspiration continues, and we are grateful for every day that you continue to "live in the moment" and forge ahead. Because of you - and those around you - there is much incentive for all of us to do more.

And...was so happy to see Showing Up win today, as well as many other great races and safe trips. Thanks to Alex as always for his focus on this fascinating world.

Barbaro-goodnight! Sleep Well! I am praying for all who need it.

Sorry to be so out of it-migraine will not get outta the way!! Maybe tomorrow...Love to ALL

Precious Barbaro - So relieved to hear you had yet another comfortable night and day. Try to get a good night's sleep tonight, and keep that hoof growing nice and steady and strong. Try growing it some more in the front. Your right leg is lookin good, Bobby. We need it good and strong and as straight as you can make it. We're all praying for you and God is answering our prayers. I'm so proud of you. What a brave boy, so spirited and so patient, and what a beauty! Our UNDEFEATED CHAMPION. Please be happy, Bobby - I can't be unless you are. Love and XXXXs and 0000s tonight, tomorrow when you waken, and always always always.

IOVE TO BARBARO!!!!!! what a wonderfuI day for you.....your bath and I hope grazing.....

Congrats to Mr&Mrs Jackson on SHOWING UP!!!!

Iyn G,great write up on your awesome day.....THANK YOU!!

Iinda H,praying for you..
and for those that have recentIy Iost their pets..

*****SORRY in the post BeIow I gave the wrong address..have corrected it in the forum...in further posts......PIease note if you wouId be interested in heIping the Federation of BIack Cowboys that heIp young peopIe in New York City..the address is:

****83-11 South Conduit Avenue Howard Beach, NY 11414 ***corrected addy..,per Martita..

sorry I goofed..so sorry...you need the DASH between 83-11....thank you for your consideration,and thanks to Martita for 'tracking this news story down to 'the roots' .....wow,what a story!!!

Iovehugs to Barbaro..
Iove to aII,
Iinda A in Or.

#########POSTED IN FORUM AS WEII...thank you for considering this:(pics attached in forum)

DEAR FRIENDS dear darIing peopIe of kindness and goodness ....wouId you consider Martitas' words carefuIIy,thank you,and if so moved by this most amazing story.....wouId you be wiIIing to send a sweet note,or card,or a gift of money,Iarge or smaII,it is okay.....we are working on HEIPING the FEDERATION OF BIACK COWBOYS as they seek to continue their work with the chiIdren of New York City ....the needs are great of course,as with aII our rescue operations....These wonderfuI cowboys did rescue DEAR ROMEO,who died a bitter death by taxicab accident (pics attached)..One of the boys is an avid horseman, we are Iearning,BBC documentary on him--Marquise---he cradIed ROMEO in his arms,bIood staining his jeans......this beautifuI young man comforted the horribIy hurt and dying horse...This horse was RESCUED after being abandoned and was being tained to work with the cowboys.....
Any kindness,card,note,financiaI heIp wouId be so weIcome and so honoring to our HERO BARBARO!!!! and to supporting the Cowboys work with the horses and NYCity chiIdren. ChiIdrens'Iives have been aItered for good as they Iearn about horses,Iearn to care for them,Iearn to ride...and their Iives go into a good direction.

Federation of Black Cowboys
8311 S Conduit Ave
Jamaica, NY 11414 phone number for the Federation:718-925-0180

attention: Clarence Clemens

I got this address off the web...I see it differs a bit from Martitas' beIow..I tried to caII them...sorry no response..but THIS IS THEIR addy on GOOGIE maps and the web.

Thank you so much for considering this matter in the spirit of Barbaro!
Linda a Ayres
Oregon....eaddies@gmail.com

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DEAR FANS OF BARBARO,
this is an update on the cruel happenings of ROMEO AND HIS TERRIBLE DEATH AND SOME WONDERFUL SOLUTIONS FOR THE KIDS WHO DEPEND ON THE FEDERATION OF BLACK COIWBOYS,..to give them hope and purpose in a world they try to axhist of violence and cruelty.
THE DERATION OF BLACK COWBOYS
83-11 SOUTH CONDUIT AVENUE,
HOWARD BEACH, NEW YORK,11414---
to the attention of CLARENCE CLEMENS .
now, it took a week to find out the truth. the truth=
javit was riding romeo on last sunday wiht his pals marquise et all, he was trainng romeo to spare his life from the slaughter house.
'two months ago, there were three horse that were abandned for a couple of days because their owner was MURDERED-. romeo =was one of them-- the aspca steppend in and THE Feferation took them in..placing two of them and keeping romeo. 'the owner was murdered in an attempt to steal the three horses so they could be sold to the shaughter house
people will do anything fpr money and are always sharking around.
javit, a good and devoted rider, was determined to save this adoptee. so you see what a crule end romeo met. when the taxi got too close and spooked him and he tried to jump over and gouged himself on the cab light and wiht his entrails all over the place, marquise was able to capture him and lay him down and craddle his head till the end.
i will never forget the visual of him and his glowig angel face saying how he loved jhorses and his pant legs were concered in blood romeo's blood.
now clemens is the mentor of marquise. and he and his twin brother obviously have a story which the bbc has filmed . I DO NOT WANT TO LET THESE CHILDREN DOWN WE CARE. I CARE.THEY DESERVE BETTER BEING POOR IS NOT A REASON NOT TO HAVE ENOUGH AND EVEN THE BEST.IN MY COUNRTY..IN THE SHADOWS IT IS LIKE WORSE THEN A THIRD WORLD COUNTRY AS ECONIMISTS SAY HERE..
. i intend to contact our mayor for an award and fuinds tfor the fereation ..they are paying out of thioer own pockets to keep the porgram and stables open..
so the lad and javit and also charles gibson for person of the week abc. o.
thirteen year old marwuise is my hero-trying to ocmfort a horse that had already been orphaned in a veyr criuel way..
. and god only knows the lives they lead..i do know as i have been in the trecnhes since 1983..i go everywhere to dance and teach through arts connection and let me tell you it is unbelievable the talent floating in the worst parts iof our urban landscapes..
that is a disgrace in our counrty.
i cant do it alone. i wont let these children loose their riding and beloved horses that whihc keeps them loving and being human in the best sense of the word. . what they need =cards of love an support from all of you..and donnations of any green kind for the maintenance of the stable ..that is the first order of business in honor of romeo..can you imagine a worse fate?>. to loose so much and the silence thst follows?.
any check to be made out to the feration of black cowboys.
i will never abandon these children and i wont abandon the horses they are tyring to feed and keep through our cold wnter..can you imaigne if they got roses what they would do???i knew i had to research this first. i am now going to get busy about making a benefit from my dance world..somehow..by december ..before thier funds run out,
they need to raise fifteen thousand dollars. so here goes..i believe marquise would be thrilled to receive love, your prayers and cards and javit is improving in the hospital ------------
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Posted by: Iinda a in or. at October 14, 2006 11:21 PM

Good morning, Barbaro...my sweet baboo and wonder-horse. Here's looking forward to another good day!:-)

A very murky morning here in Thornton le Dale...and War Weekend in Pickering, where I have to go today. What joy! :-/

Happy Sunday, everyone!

Here's a nice article to start the morning....

Barbaro’s Journey

TERRY CONWAY, Special to the Local News
10/15/2006

The Jacksons are still counting their blessings.

Headed into the 132nd Kentucky Derby, Roy and Gretchen Jackson were the only owners in the history of the world’s most storied race to have entered two undefeated colts. The couple’s prized homebred colt Barbaro won the Derby by the biggest margin in 60 years. Showing Up finished a respectable sixth.

Then Barbaro suffered catastrophic leg fractures when he took a misstep at the start of the Preakness on May 20. It’s been up-and-down ever since. Last Monday the colt got a new cast on his right hind leg -- the first in six weeks -- and radiographs showed the leg to be healing well.

In a statement from the University of Pennsylvania’s New Bolton Center, Dr. Dean Richardson said he was pleased with the colt’s progress and the overall condition of the leg. The colt’s left hind foot, which developed laminitis, continues to gradually improve.

On an Indian summer October morning, Gretchen Jackson sat at an outdoor table at the rear of her house at Lael Farm in West Marlborough. She talked about their emotional roller coaster.

"We’ve had every emotion you can think of packed into the past five months," she said. "Barbaro is doing well, but it’s limbo time. There is still a lot that could go wrong. It’s not easy seeing a horse who was born to run at the track or just being outside in a grass field, then seeing him stuck in a clinic for so long."

It could take another six to nine months for the colt to grow back his left hind hoof.

"He grazes outside each day, that’s helped a lot," Jackson said. "Some days he’s pretty full of himself, shaking his head, all that sort of stuff. Some days he’ll try and bite you. I think the routine is getting old for him. The guy is just tired of being there."

The darkest days were in early July when the colt contracted the often deadly hoof disease, laminitis. Word went out: The long-term prognosis was "poor."

"We knew he was in pain," Jackson related. "Dean (Richardson) called and said get over to New Bolton. I figured this was it. How much more could he tolerate? Dean wanted a shot at the pain management using medications. He felt within days we’d know whether the horse could handle it.

"Barbaro wasn’t distressed. His ears were up. He was bright-eyed, still eating. He was telling us he wanted to live. He adapted to the sling to help with his weight distribution. He’s a very amazing horse."

Cures cropped up from all points across the globe. Barbaro was given a sacred silk cloth that was hung near him in his stall. Someone sent the colt holy water from Lourdes. One sheik involved in racing shipped holy water from the River Jordan.

When the medical staff was changing the bandages on the colt’s leg, Jackson knelt down and sprinkled on the holy waters.

"I’m sure they (the staff) probably think I’m a little bit nuts," she said with a laugh.

The massive outpouring of public support and love continues.

"Someone sent me wonderful photographs from 1942 of Whirlwind, who I loved as a young girl," Jackson said. "The letters have been spectacular. We’ve probably received 15,000 letters and cards and three times that in e-mails.

"I believe Barbaro has been helped by everybody’s prayers. We’ve had tremendous support from a prayer group in West Virginia."

Mrs. Jackson has been described as being very spiritual. She earned a master’s degree in pastoral counseling, and worked for over a decade at the Mirmount Treatment Center in Media and the YWCA in Wilmington, Del., counseling children of alcoholics and drug abusers.

"I’m not as good as the Amish are, but I try," she explained. "You don’t have control of things. There is a power greater than you. That produces more peace internally and you become more accepting. You look for good to come out of bad situations."

Like all of Barbaro’s fans, the Jacksons would have loved to see the colt finish the Triple Crown races, and run in the prestigious stakes races this fall and the Breeders Cup Classic on Nov. 4.

"Maybe that just wasn’t the plan for Barbaro," Gretchen Jackson observed. "His treatments, all the new medical procedures, the equine medical community learned so much. It will have a huge impact on the general welfare of horses. That is a pretty amazing achievement in itself."

Hey all--Washington Post Style Section this AM features an article about Bo Derek and her anti-slaughter activitsm--runs through the whole issue and talks to the opposition. I scanned it but didn't read it in full because the tone of it is kind of... breezy, at least at first, and it was too upsetting for a Sunday morning; forgive me! But in terms of a reference that Washington people might be aware of, it's important.

Hope this link works:

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/10/14/AR2006101400893.html

sallie

Good Sunday morning Bobby, Alex and fellow fans,

Thank you Jo for the article - I always learn something new from each one.

In the article Mrs. Jackson refers to pictures of "Whirlwind" who ran in 1942. I'm wondering if she meant "Whirlaway" - a triple crown winner of 1941 and a BIG favorite of mine. Of course, there might have been a "Whirlwind" too.

Have a great day all!!
Janice
A proud "fan of BArbaro"

Never give up!

Good morning, Barbaro! Good morning, fellow Fans!

Another chilly, frosty one here in Maine. The trees are so colorful but shedding their leaves at an accelerated rate now. I think we will be looking at bare branches in the next week.

Jo, thank you for the great article. Hearing about Mrs. Jackson's spirituality, I'm not surprised that they believe there is a higher purpose for Barbaro than winning the Triple crown.

Off for my second cup. Will wait patiently for today's update...but we know it will be a good one, right?

Once again, thank you, Alex, for all you do for us! (I never get tired of saying that!)

Marg
Proud member, Fans of Barbaro

Thank you Alex for the morning update and for the link to that hysterical article about Dr. R. What an funny paper.

Sally - thank you for the link to the Bo Derek article. I took a chance and read it and was able to get through it. I'm so grateful we have her on her side. The amusing thing in the article was the fact that our Sen. Martinez apparently agreed to co-sponsor S.1915 after she visited him. Gee - and I thought it was my zillion calls and faxes.

BTW - we're having the Florida version of a "crisp" morning. - 63 degrees

Janice
A Proud "fan of Barbaro"

Never give up!

Great report Alex. Funny article re: Dancing with the stars.Have a feeling there will be star quality callings for you some day too. Barbaro has set the public aware of all you great stars. Morning Barbaro. Stay on a healing track. We love you.

hi people:

please light candles for bobby, mike, erin, kylie, linda, felix all teh rescue horses and all humans and animals who need help.

thanks for all my prayers - i feel really good today

BDude
FOB

Sweet Boy... ACN :) It is beautiful outside... enjoy your grazing.

Everyone, have a great Sunday!

Ro & Brady

GOOD MORNING ALL

Praise the Lord ACN! Now we pray for ACD! Love ya big boy!

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I'm glad you all enjoyed the poem, it really touched my heart when I read it. I think Emily is very talented. I wish I could express my feelings that way.

JO(UK) Thanks for the article on Mrs. Jackson.

Hey... is Dr. Richardson really going to be on Dancing With the Stars or is that a joke...???

Thanks...Becky from Chicago

Read the article in the Washington Post first thing this morning when it arrived. Typical Washington attitude displayed, but it did bring up some of the issues, i.e. too small trailers, horses are flight animals, the issue is limited to horses and not other animals, so it may raise some awareness. If nothing else the descriptions of horse dishes should bring about some support. Also the fact that it is the U.S. doing the dirty work for this barbaric behavior. (Not Barbaro-like). I recommend everyone read it.

I loved reading Alex's descriptions of yesterday's races. I especially loved the description of the Frizette Stakes. I know that problem in a human sense. When I run, I tend to go out too fast, and lose it in the end. I am trying to change that. These horses are a lot smarter than I am.

I spent an hour or so yesterday at a horse retirement farm nearby that takes retired service horses. I got to brush one down. What a thrill! They said I could come back and help brush the horses and clean the stalls on some Saturdays.

Off to take my dog for a hike on this gorgeous morning.

Karen in Md.

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SALLIE, Thanks for the link to Bo Derek article!

GO BO!!!! Boy that gal can turn heads AND change minds! I'm glad she's on our side!

YAY for ACN for Bobby!!
Love you, baby boy! x

Good morning, everybody who's up and on board! It's great to have some company! :-)

For those who enjoyed the last article about Barbaro, here's another. I've pasted the whole thing to save you having to subscribe to read it....

HIS CROWNING SUCCESS

Barbaro didn't win a Triple Crown, but he might have achieved something greater

By GARY WEST
Star-Telegram Staff Writer

Dean Richardson, chief surgeon at the University of Pennsylvania's New Bolton Center, has watched Barbaro come a long way.Roy Jackson hasn't tried to assign blame for what happened. Why waste the time, he said, when Barbaro's injury was the result of a random and catastrophic lightning bolt? Nor has Jackson dwelt on the what-might-have-beens.

Yes, Barbaro might have swept the Triple Crown; his image could have adorned Wheaties boxes, magazine covers and stamps. He could be going into the Breeders' Cup World Thoroughbred Championships having already clinched Horse of the Year, and soon the world's leading breeders would be tossing out their multimillion-dollar megabids for his future stallion services.

But why think about such things, Jackson said, since he's convinced it all worked out for the good, maybe for the best?

"So many positives have come out of all this," said Jackson, who owns Barbaro in partnership with his wife, Gretchen. "If Barbaro had gone on to win the Triple Crown, would there have been more positives? I don't know, but I don't think so."

On May 20, before an expectant throng at Pimlico in Baltimore, Md., and with an eager nation watching on television to see the next superhorse, Barbaro shattered his right hind leg in the early stages of the Preakness Stakes, the second event in the Triple Crown. He had won the Kentucky Derby by 6 1/2 lengths, the largest winning margin in 60 years, and in doing so, he had run the final quarter-mile in 24.34 seconds, the fastest stretch run in the Derby since Secretariat in 1973.

He had entered the Preakness with an unblemished record. Dirt or turf, sloppy track or fast track, nothing bothered him; Barbaro won all his races, often spectacularly. And since then, he has been no less spectacular -- in fighting for his own recovery and by inspiring others.

Some severely injured horses will give up, explained Dean Richardson, Chief of Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania's New Bolton Center, where Barbaro has been in the intensive care unit of the George D. Widener Hospital since the Preakness. Some horses will surrender to their injuries. But Barbaro never did, never came close.

Even when his condition was most dire, Barbaro would playfully push around people who entered his 12-by-13-foot stall, and he would eagerly go for the hand-picked grass or the carrots his owners brought him daily, Jackson said.

In late June, Barbaro's right hind leg, held together by more than 20 screws, seemed to be healing. He was in his third cast. Each change required a general anesthetic, and afterward Barbaro was taken by monorail to a recovery pool, where he wouldn't re-injure himself if he awakened disoriented.

Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell visited Barbaro. Flowers, cards and well-wishing poured in. In his weekly update, Richardson described Barbaro as a "lively, bright happy horse."

But then in July, in his left hind leg, he developed laminitis, a devastating and painful foot condition that's often fatal. Laminitis is basically the failure of the laminae tissue to connect the hoof to the pedal bone. Barbaro lost 80 percent of the hoof.

In a teleconference, Richardson said the laminitis was "as bad as it gets." He described Barbaro's prognosis as "poor" and his condition as "very guarded." The horse's chances for survival, Jackson said, were about 10 percent.

When Barbaro quite suddenly developed laminitis, Richardson met with the Jacksons and Michael Matz, the horse's trainer, to discuss whether to proceed or "put him down," meaning euthanize him.

They all passionately desired whatever was best for the horse. With equal passion, they wanted to see him walk out of the hospital someday. But were those two desires suddenly in conflict, and could anybody distinguish the one from the other?

Such were the questions they considered, Jackson said, at that somber meeting in July. Richardson was confident they could manage, or mollify, Barbaro's pain.

But it was Barbaro's attitude, his will to survive, that inspired them all to continue with treatment and with efforts to save him, Matz said. If Barbaro was still fighting, they would.

It was never about saving him to be a stallion, never about money. It was only about saving life, about saving what Richardson described as a "magnificent" creature.

"If you look at this horse," Richardson said in July, "it'd be hard to put him down."

Some horses have survived multiple fractures as severe as Barbaro's. And horses have survived laminitis. But Larry Bramlage, a Kentucky-based equine surgeon and the former president of the American Association of Equine Practitioners, said he knows of no horse that has survived both.

Because Barbaro had broken through the starting gate before the Preakness and had to be reloaded, Bramlage had his binoculars focused on the horse even before the race began. Barbaro probably first injured himself, Bramlage said, about 100 yards into the race, when he moved closer to the inside.

"But he's so big and so tough and so determined," Bramlage said, "the jockey [Edgar Prado] couldn't get him pulled up." As Barbaro continued to try to run, he broke his leg further until finally he was struggling, still struggling, to run on three legs.

Ironically, the same determination that may have exacerbated his injuries may contribute to his surviving them.

"It's remarkable that we've gotten to this point," Jackson said, as if putting all the surgery, bone grafts, infections, cast changes, medication and frightening vicissitudes momentarily behind him to focus instead on the horse's stunning resoluteness. "He exhibited such determination on the racetrack. And his determination and intelligence might help him to get through this."

This past Monday, veterinarians again changed the cast on Barbaro's right leg. Richardson said he was pleased "with the continued progression of healing and the overall condition of the leg."

The left hind foot, which essentially must be regrown, continues to improve. Richardson said there's "good growth, but there will need to be much more." And that will require several months. He remains in the intensive care unit but is able to graze daily.

The goal and hope, Jackson said, is to allow Barbaro to be a healthy normal horse again, so that he can survive without pain or discomfort. If he's ever able to be a stallion, "that would just be a bonus," he said.

And if not, well, he's already accomplished much, even without racing. Because of Barbaro, Jackson said, people are more sensitive to equine safety, more aware of the need for research into laminitis and other conditions. And because of Barbaro, thousands and thousands of people who never followed the sport suddenly found themselves investing their emotions in a racehorse's wellbeing.

The Kennett Florist in Kennett Square, Pa., is headquarters for Fans of Barbaro, a loosely organized group of more than 300 or so folks who every day take Barbaro and the New Bolton staff something -- donuts, carrots, breakfast, apples, flowers, various kindnesses.

From all over the country, people telephone or e-mail to ask about Barbaro, said Alie Berstler, who runs the florist and serves as sort of an ad hoc director of the fan club that started with people sending flowers. Many of the members aren't necessarily racing fans, just concerned Barbaro fans.

But why have so many people persisted in following a racehorse that will never race again and may or may not become a sire? How has Barbaro's appeal transcended the sport and his injuries to the point that he continues to affect people profoundly?

"They see in him what they want to see in themselves," Berstler said and then, for emphasis, added, "He's a fighter."

Good morning, y'all!

great news, Alex, thank you for all the wonderful information you share with us.

did this page have issues this morning? I could load the home page, but not navigate.
*grumble* maybe it was just me?

When Barbaro's brillent racing career was ended with his tragic misstep at the Preakness, on that
day, the torch and Lael Stables colors were passed
by the Jackson's to Barbaro's stablemate "Showing Up". Trained by Barkley Tagg and described by Tagg, as being smallish and not so pretty of a horse, but like Barbaro, he has a very long stride, and as Barkley said, "he has done everything we've asked him to do". Yesterday he was entered in the "Jamaica" at Belmont and because of his previous racing successes had to spot the other eight horses in the field 8 to 11 lbs. As the field turned for home "Showing Up" who at that time was running in fourth place, when his jockey gave him the signal by loosing his reins, "Showing Up" increased his tremendous stride and won by 5 1\2, lengths. It looks like the Jackson's passed the torch to the right horse. [Here's some
more information about this wonderful, champion horse]

Infobox last updated on: October 14, 2006.

Showing Up is an American thoroughbred race horse. Foaled near Wilmore, Kentucky in 2003 at Peter Taafe's Taafe Farm, he was bred by Nellie M. Cox of Rose Retreat Farm. Showing Up spent the first year of his life on Nellie's Goochland, Virginia farm. The chestnut colt was sold as a yearling for $85,000 at the Keeneland September sale in 2004, but was later found and acquired as a two-year-old in training by the trainer Barclay Tagg for the owners of the 2006 Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro for only $60,000 at Fasig-Tipton Midatlantic sale in May of 2005.

Connections

Showing Up is owned by Gretchen and Roy Jackson's Lael Stables in West Grove, Pennsylvania. He is trained by Barclay Tagg (who also trains the dual classic winner Funny Cide) and is ridden by Cornelio Velasquez. Bred for the turf on both sides, Tagg believed the colt would come alive on the grass, and he certainly proved that in his first turf run in the Colonial Cup, even though his sixth place showing in the Kentucky Derby dirt was more than credible.

"He's small," says Tagg, "he's not that good-looking; he's not a robust horse by any means. He just goes out there and gets it done." Showing Up has a good long stride and high knee action, boding well for his racing future.

Breeding

His sire is Strategic Mission, a son of the hugely influential stud Mr. Prospector. Racing as a homebred for Charlotte Weber's Live Oak Stud, Strategic Mission won or placed in all five of the graded stakes races he raced on turf. These included winning the 2001 gr3 Fort Marcy Handicap. Miss Alethia, Showing Up's dam, was the daughter of T.V. Commercial, himself the son of successful turf racer T.V. Lark. In 1961, T.V. Lark won the Washington, D.C. International, a prominent turf race. Showing Up is a half-brother to six-time stakes winner and Grade 3-placed Gimmeawink (Elusive Quality), also bred by Rose Retreat Farm.

Races
Finish Race Distance Track Condition
1st Jamaica Breeders' Cup Handicap One and One/Eighth Miles Belmont Park firm
3rd Man O' War Stakes One and Three-Quarter Miles Belmont Park firm
1st Secretariat Stakes One and One-Quarter Miles Arlington Park firm
1st Colonial Turf Cup One and Three-Sixteenth Miles Colonial Downs firm
6th Kentucky Derby One and One-Quarter Miles Churchill Downs Fast
1st Coolmore Lexington Stakes One and One-Sixteenth Miles Keeneland Fast
1st Allowance One Mile Gulfstream Park Fast
1st Maiden Six and One-Half Furlongs Gulfstream Park Fast

Unraced as a two-year old, Showing Up started his career with three consecutive wins.

When Showing up won the mile allowance at Gulfstream Park, he set a new track record of 1:34, slicing a full second off the old record, but it was his convincing win in the Grade II Coolmore Lexington Stakes at Keeneland that punched his ticket for the 2006 Kentucky Derby. It not only provided him with enough graded stakes earnings to enter, but Tagg felt he deserved a chance. As Tagg says of that Derby, "They're only a 3-year-old once. I decided to make the switch to the grass because I thought Barbaro would win the Triple Crown. I can't imagine he'd have beaten Barbaro who went into the Preakness undefeated in six races. I thought Showing Up might have a chance to be the national champion turf horse." He added, ""He did beat 14 horses in that race. He's no slouch."

In his first race on turf, the million dollar Colonial Turf Cup Stakes at Colonial Downs in Providence Forge, Virginia, Showing Up's strong come-from-way-behind win by 3 and 1/4 lengths over a gallant Kip Deville (by Kipling, who at one point was twenty lengths in front of the winner, running a huge race and holding on for second), was a triumph. Kip Deville scorched the first quarter mile in 22.54 seconds, six furlongs in 1:08.61—faster than the fastest turf sprinters—and a mile in 1:34.55, and it seemed no one could catch him. But Showing Up did...in grand style. He simply blew by him. Showing Up's time of 1:52.98 bested the previous mark, set eight years ago, by almost two seconds. That time for 1 3/16ths miles compares very well to any winner in the history of the Preakness, run on dirt at the same distance. The record for the Preakness Stakes, held by both Tank's Prospect and Louis Quatorze, is only 1:53 2/5 seconds.

The win was number 2,000 for jockey, Cornelio Velasquez.

The Colonial Turf Cup was the first is a series of four races called the Grand Slam of Grass whose possible winner would reap a large financial reward...a five million dollar bonus. The second, third, and fourth legs are the Virginia Derby, the Secretariat at Arlington Park and the Breeders' Cup Turf at Churchill Downs. The million dollar Grade II Virginia Derby is run three weeks after the Colonial. But as Barclay said: "In mid-summer to ask horses to run their 'A' races back-to-back in three weeks is very hard to do. I wish it was at least four weeks. He's a skinny little horse, but if he's doing well, we'll certainly come."

Tagg decided against the complete Grand Slam for Showing Up. Instead, he ran him in the $400,000 Grade I Secretariat Stakes which the colt won easily, achieving the second-fastest Secretariat on record, and a Beyer Speed figure of 107. His win also put him over the one million dollar mark in earnings in only six starts. Go Between, the winner of the Viginia Derby (the race Showing Up skipped), faded on the far turn, finishing last.

Showing Up came in third in the September run Man O' War Stakes at Belmont Park. The youngest horse in a strong field, he was beaten by the Irish bred Cacique, third by a nose to Go Deputy. A longer race than he was used to, Showing Up pressed in strong fractions for the lead, but tired in the stretch.

Trainer Barclay Tagg now says the colt will skip the Breeders' Cup Turf on Nov. 4th at Churchill Downs. Showing Up was entered in the Grade II $300,000 Jamaica Handicap at Belmont. Now that the colt had won the Jamaica, Tagg is pointing him towards the Grade 1 Hollywood Derby on Nov. 26, both races restricted to 3-year-olds.

"The Breeders' Cup races are too tough this year, either of them," Tagg said. "He's only a 3-year-old. There are a couple of good 3-year-old races left. Hopefully, he can win them. Finishing third in a Breeders' Cup, either one, isn't going to do me a bit of good with the horse; it's not going to make him a champion, it's not going to make me rich enough to retire." He says running young horses so hard might ruin them for a longer career. (It's possble he's thinking of Funny Cide who ran inhaling firey soot from a raging forest fire very near Santa Anita Park in his Breeders' Cup Classic in 2004. Funny has had respiratory problems off and on ever since.)

Showing Up's earnings to date amount to $1,310,500.

Good morning, Big Boss Horse:
Mrs. Jackson says some days you throw your head and are quite active. Other days you bite & nip! Bored?! I know it's tough for a racing champion whose only competition is the wind to be stuck indoors with only short sojourns outdoors! Hang tough, there's a long ways to go but the day will come when we will look into a beautiful pasture, under blue skies and standing there above the rest of horses will be our Barbaro! IN CHARGE OF THE HERD!
You go, boy!
Love, Daryl

I just read the Washington Post article and what disturbed me were some of the comments to the article. I registered (it's free) and posted a comment.
It might be a good thing for all on this site to do also. Another way to have our voices heard.

Thanks for posting the link

Good Sunday morning Bobby, Alex & Everyone! Glad to hear it was another comfortable night, Bobby, I hope that your day ahead will also be a good one! :)

Shelley...I didn't read the comments but going to do that now.

Morning Barbaro! Thank God for ACN! Hope you have a day that lets you go graze and take lots of visitors bearing treats and eats. Still praying for you everyday, you're one day closer to recovery, big guy!

God bless Barbaro, make his hoof grow, his bones grow stronger everyday.

God bless Linda H, Daisy, China, Felix, Cahill, Darlin, Foggy, BDude and all who need God's care today.

Have a great Sunday everyone!

Alex -

So grateful for ACN. One day at a time... We've been blessed with another day to be grateful.

All I can say about the quip regarding the "Dancing with the Stars" is that it was JOLLY GOOD and very funny! If only, huh? And for those that watch the show, the group listed would really be something to see if it ever were to happen...:)

I pray Barbaro will have another good day, which will lead to more.

Good morning Handsome!! ACN!!! One day at a time sweet prince....we are going to be here with you every second until you WALK out and go home! You have ACD and I will check on you tomorrow.

LOVE YOU BARBARO!

Prayers to Erin and her family....

BLB!!!

FOB 4EVER!!!

Karen - TN

Shelley, some of the comments are disturbing.
My own follows yours.

Good morning, Starshine! So happy to hear you had ACN! Today is the successful conclusion of ANOTHER ACW on your journey to being fully healed. And you are three months and counting beyond that fateful day of the dread diagnosis.
The only downside is that once the new season of "Dancing with the Stars" begins, you won't have your beloved doctor with you for quite awhile. I know this must be true because the article in "Indian Charlie" said so, and that's clearly a Pulitzer Prize-winning rag !!:)
(And a nice laugh on top of a good morning report. Thank you, Alex!!).

Felix too had ACN. Thank you, Barbaro Effect and Barbaro Nation!!

STEVE--any update on your little baby kitten?

Good morning beautiful Barbaro. Enjoy your visitors today and carrots and other treats and your outside time. Stand up straight on all four legs and grow that hoof. Butterfly kisses to you big guy.

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What a Dancing with the Stars show that would be. Dr. R and Diane Sawyer !!!! I'm sure he loves being the center of all these jokes. Poor guy!!!

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Thanks Sallie for the article on Bo Derek. Why is is so difficult for these pro slaughter people to see that horses are the only animals being slaughtered for food consumption in this country that aren't bred for food consumption. They are bred for racing, showing, pleasure, reigning, hunting, jumping, contesting, cutting, and on and on and on, but not for someone's dinner!!!!! Sheeeesh!! Anyone want to take Stenholm on a tour of the kill plant and let him lead a horse to slaughter and then ask him if all "livestock are the same".

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Beautiful video on Epona Rescue, Grace, Miracle Horse and Longmeadow. Thanks to whoever created it, it sure made my Sunday morning a good one.

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Hope all FOB's have a wonderful Sunday afternoon.

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Thanks Alex for all the little extras to read over breakfast on Sunday!

JO

Thanks for posting those wonderful articles.

LINDA H

How are you today?

Top o' the Morning Family,

Barbaro -- I love you. It's as simple as that. Enjoy your day, glorious one.

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Deborah in CO: Thank you for the bracelet info. I'm wearing my Lael Stables/Barbaro bracelet as we speak. It's every bit as gorgeous as our boy. (Well ..... ALMOST --- LOL!!)

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Dora Crow: I feel for you re: your migraine. I'm a lifelong migraineur and understand the "not thinking straight" issues, never mind the debilitating, disabling pain this malady presents. Please feel better, and know I am sending you healing hugs.

FOBs: have a wonderful Sunday. Please take a moment of your day to give thanks for how well our precious Barbaro is doing, for Mr. and Mrs. Jackson's faith and belief in Barbaro (is it any wonder Mrs. Jackson is able to "read" Barbaro?), Peter Brette, Michael, Eduardo, who loves this horse beyond measure, Edgar Prado, who calmed our beloved boy in his most trying hour, Dr. Richardson, everyone at NBC, everyone at Kennett Florist who are part of our family, etc. For all who are ill, are hurting in some manner, or are in need of support, we offer you (thanks to Alex) our compassion and support.

All of you truly rock my world. Love you.

Susan

Good Day to Barbaro, Alex and FOB,

ACN!!!! Good job Barbaro, way to go!!
Enjoy your day sweetie, wish I was there to give you some treats and some scratches, maybe oneday:)

Have a great Sunday everybody!!!

Hay Everyone - just read the Post article - very interesting. Have always loved Bo Derek - so glad she is on fire in DC. She got Martinez to co-sponsor? Well I thought it was me - calling, faxing, emailing - good job BO!!!

Morning Barbaro - ACN good news. Whats on the agenda for today? Treats, nap, carrots, graze, treats, nap, carrots, etc. Maybe a little grooming? Have a GREAT day sweet boy. I love you soooo much.

XXOO and SCRATCHIES

Aunty Sally

Good Morning, Beautiful Undefeated Barbaro...So glad to hear that the miracle continues and you are doing so well....You are an inspiration.

Thanks, Alex, for the great Sunday morning reading materials and for all you do....

Hope everyone has a great and relaxing Sunday - It is a beautiful snowy morning in the Colorado mountains...

Lisa in Colorado

CALLING BO DEREK! CALLING BO DEREK!!

WILL YOU PLEASE VISIT BILL FRIST SOON?

THANK YOU!

Dora, please, if you haven't already, try ice at the nape of your neck while you're lying down.
It doesn't always take the migraine away, but it does offer some relief.

Good afternoon, Champ:
ACN! Fans Of Barbaro!If this helps here is what I send to contacts I am attempting to get on our side to end the slaughter!
"The pro-slaughter people counter us by asking what we are going to do with all these horses you save and by telling us horse owners have the right to dispose of their animals any way they want & we don't have the right to tell Europeans what to eat. First, thousands of these horses are stolen which means they are wanted horses. Second, the saved horses have many uses. Example: donate the docile ones to childrens orphanages & senior citizen homes. The touch of an animal has proven to be a strong healer. Every state has rescue ranches and many small, privately owned farms and ranches where the owners are more than glad to care for a horse. I am going to try to start a national organization
that encompasses all exsisting horse organizations that will have the single purpose of finding sanctuary for unwanted horses. Third, personally, I don't give a damn what the Euros & the pro-slaughter say: we do have the right to tell them what they can't eat: in this case, our horses! We do have the right to take away their "delicacy!" They forget, or don't care, these are God's creatures, not ours. It is our responsibility to care for our environment, including our 4 legged friends. They are living, breathing entities that experience joy & happiness, pain, suffering & fear! They feel! They have the right to experience the full circle of life! And fourth, how about this Belgian owned company that operates at a loss and pays little or no U.S. taxes? How about the slaughtering plant in Tx. that has 29 water pollution fines and has paid nothing, waiting for a 1/07 courst date to get out of their responsiblity? And what about the U.S Agriculture Dept. subsidizing this indstry? Everything, morally wrong! I am a proud member of a group called "Fans Of Barbaro!" We are the voice for those who cannot speak! Please join us in putting an end to this horrific industry. Tell your senators to vote YES on S1915!"
Daryl

Good Morning Barbaro!!
Another beautiful autumn day for grazing and visiting with your Miss Mocha! Have a crisp Pennsylvania apple!
I lit another votive for you in the Holy Family niche before Mass this morning. You are remembered round the clock in prayer!
The healing will happen in the most quiet of moments - remember positive healing thoughts and dream of Lael Meadows to come. I know it takes so much time but you have been determined from the start, and a multitude of angels keep watch over you!
Remember to give Dr. Dean and The Jacksons some of your "hugs" and a nice nuzzle to Mocha.
My heart beats for your heart, Barbaro!
You hang in there, and continue "communicating" with Dr. Dean, and be good.
A kiss on your nose, hugs and scratchies!
Love you, Lou Ann

Dear Barbaro,

Every day I read ACN, I am so thankful to God for the miracle that is you.

Stay strong.

We believe...always.

Diane

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Thank you, Jo, for the article. There are things in there I hadn't heard before. (I thought I had heard EVERYTHING there is to know about Barbaro!)

Hiya, Bobbey! What a beautifully clear but chilly day it is here in coastal CT. I need to get Ms. Nikita out for a walk to the Fort. Wishing you a lovely day in the fields with Mocha the Cow, sweet prince. Loved the article containing the interview with your human Mum, Mrs. J. Be a good boy and promise not to nip anyone today, OK? Hugs, pets, & "scratches" from your pals in CT - Robyn, Brent, & Nikita

not sure if you've seen this yet, but there are some new insights from Mrs. Jackson.

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FOR LINDA H., DENVER

Hi from Pennsylvania, Linda, and thinking of you.
I was trying to catch up on posts last night when I saw your post so sorry I'm delayed. But just wanted to tell you when I lit another votive candle for Barbaro this morning before Mass, I also lit a votive candle for you in the Holy Family niche, and will especially remember you on Tuesday.
The waiting is always horrendous, I hope you are hanging in there. Try to absorb all the positive energies and prayers your FOB family is sending your way. This is a special place that Barbaro has brought us to isn't it!
Best to you for Tuesday! Lou Ann, Pennsylvania
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Barb...I read everything about Barbaro but don't post them all because it's usually stuff we already know, but if I find something new, a little gem of information, I get all excited and have to share! :-)

Good morning everyone and good morning Barbaro, sweet boy.

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OK, I give in....I'll throw in the "I refuse to watch Dancing with the Stars" towel. My mother, who lives with us, will be so pleased, as she's addicted to that show. No more will I have to find excuses to go to another room to watch TV (CNN, A&E, Weather Channel), anything but DWTS.

I am now enchanted and mildly curious about the show, and it was the article in "Indian Charlie" that did it. Somehow, I can't imagine Dr. Richardson and Howard Stern even mentioned in the same paragraph together but the author of that piece got me. Such imaganation!

What night is it on? I'm not quite sure. All I know is when I hear the theme music, or chants of "Jerry, Jerry", I go upstairs to my room with my cats and cuddle up to the soft sounds of tomorrow's forecast on TWC.

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Skyler,
I share your opinion of the DWTS. I've never even watched it. I thought the article was a joke. Is Dr. R really going to be on TV? Need to find out when.

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Hi Barb,

The article is a joke but it does peak my interest in the show. I don't see Dr. Richardson leaving NBC long enough to do that show in LA. He's be away a very long time and Barbaro needs him, as do the other patients. I just think I need to let go of this refusal to watch it. Should be interesting.

### Skyler.....Me three...especially when you said Jerry....Jerrry....Jerry..Is this THE Springer?????
Oh brother!!!

ACN Bobbycakes...love you big boy!!! Kissies and scratchies and MOCHA love LOL
Alex how are you this Sunday???? MOCHA love to you too!!!

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Hi all - am curious, too. The "Indian Charlie" article is a joke isn't it?????
(If not, someone please post when the Dancing With The Stars show is on!! Can't miss Dr. Richardson!!)
THANKS!!

Don't forget to add your comments to the Washington Post article.

Another ACN for Barbaro. Keep it up day by day, baby - that's what it takes. Just ask Doctor Steady, who knows. Alex, you are a gem and our lifeline.

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Looking forward to getting details about our new babies who are all safe with Stephanie in MHR custody. Meanwhile, I respectfully suggest everybody who can, get hands-on with a local equine rescue of your choice that's close enough geographically for you to visit.

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My visit Saturday to Indiana Horse Rescue North

Wound up going yesterday to the rescue facility in Demotte IN; I had to go to my own barn and to feed store for salt blocks for my mare; I called Tiffany @ IHR North and found out what kind they use (50 lb plain white) so I went ahead and went there yesterday, got there around 5:15 they were just starting to bring horses in. I also brought 10 pounds of carrots and 6 pounds of apples (they were very low price at my local grocery). The people were working on a shelter, also while I was there they constructed a round pen in a matter of minutes.

The grounds are beautiful, horses out grazing. Everybody happy. Nice barncats too. Very close to the highway exit and easy to find.

Didn't get to meet anyone else from TWR; nobody else had come yesterday. They were expecting some today, I think.

All I did (at request/suggestion of mgmt) was play with/groom three of the horses in their stalls - Elvis, a 6 month old red colt from the neglect-rescue situation we all read about, also Alpine, a 9 mo old appy colt who stays in a stall with Sunny, the 3 yr old pony who is their "ambassador."

I'll try to go once or twice a week, on the days I go to my barn. (gas expense concerns; things are very tight with me) They need people like me (horse experienced) to just spend time with the younger ones who need to learn how to pick up their feet, be handled and groomed, etc.

Little Elvis doesn't know what to do with apples, carrots or sugar. I hope to teach him!
He does however know how to nicker, and how to stand there being loved and groomed. And nuzzle with his little horsey kisses.

He is the only one at that facility from the mass neglect situation; the others are at other IHR facilities. I was told his hooves were way overgrown, and once he was properly trimmed it looks like he will be all right. No apparent permanent damage.

With all my years of horse experience, I had NEVER before been hands-on with a real baby; and what a thrill it was for me.

IHR North needs our help. Please do what you can.

http://www.ihrnorth.com/

LIVING PROOF OF THE LIVING TRUTH

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

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

For I am sure that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us…” Romans 8:38, 39

For the love of who you are
For the love of your spirit...

God Bless The Fog
I love you Fog

FOR THOSE OF YOU GETTING THE BREYER BARBARO MODELF FROM GOLDENOAKS...

I just heard from Stephen and he said that Breyer said they would be shipping in the next two weeks!!!!!!

Go Barbaro.

Michael's Miracle

Margaret

Lord God, wrap S1915 in Divine Love and Divine Order. Open the heart of every member of the Senate to clearly hear the voice of the horse, and feel the Magnificent Spirit of the horse. Compel each member to immediately move S1915 to the floor in a right and perfect way, and then vote with their hearts and their conscience for the highest good of all.

Love, Light and Protection for The Boys (always)

God Bless and Protect Us and all of The Horses

GOOD AFTERNOON -

ALEX -
Thank you for the update and your time. You have been giving us updates 7 days/week when it's not even your obligation, you go far and beyond being a nice person.

Glad to hear Barbaro is doing well and hopes are that he continues to be the fighter that he is.

SHELLY A. noted an article in The Washington Post for and against the Bill. Please read it and comment. Your comments would be appreciated.

There are some negative comments and against our Bill. This is an opportunity for everyone to voice their opinion via the media. We have been wanting to get media coverage, here is our opportunity to take advantage of it.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/10/14/AR2006101400893.html

Thank you

Here's the link again so you can read Washington Post article and leave your comments

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/10/14/AR2006101400893.html

Good Sunday Morning to everyone!

ACN!! It's a beautiful, crisp Autumn day here in the Blue Ridge Mts of SW Virginia. Just wanted to thank Alex for the updates especially on BARCLAY TAGG; Showing Up; No Biz and Funny Cide. My longtime fav has been FUNNY CIDE...how is he doing??

Thanks, David, for the info on Showing Up.

Last week, I spoke with our Sen. George Allen (Va.) when he stopped by my place of employment, on S1915 Bill. He asked if I was a "fan of Barbaro". Of course! and he gave me a "thumbs up"! and a big smile.

Take care everyone.

Hi Bonnie: Thank you for the well wishes. Yes I am part owner of Walk(aka Just a Walk in the Park)as well as my babies Ambling Rose(who I hope will make her debut by the end of the month) and Glide and Seek(Who will start in the Spring). Also in the stable who I, unfortunately don't own, is Honest Appeal(who will be running Wednesday at the Meadowlands) and Distant Bells(she is a cutey). I can't even begin to tell you what a great day it was. I've always loved horses but to spend a whole day one on one with them is an experience I will cherish forever. I have to tell you though, I walked on the track with them and I don't know how the heck they are able to run on that surface. They will be heading out to Philadelphia Park soon so I probably won't get to spend anymore time with them until the Spring. Now that I've gotten a taste of the barn though, I think it's going to be my second home. The whole lifestyle there is just wonderful. It's just so peaceful and it's like your transported into a whole other world.

I wish I could have met Dr. R. but no, sad to say, I didn't. I would love to give him a hug and thank him for all the time he spent with Walk and of course the outstanding job he is doing with Bobby. He really is something special. Again thanks for the good thoughts. I think Walk is going to be just fine. As for Bobby, I know he's going to be home with the Jacksons in the near future. He's a fighter and he's never going to give up.

Can't wait to get my Breyer Barbaro!

ACN...whooo hooo!!!! Atta Baby ((((Bobby)))) Have a wonderful day Champ..you are always in my thoughts.

Happy Sunday to my fellow Barbaromaniacs.

(((Alex))) Thanks for the lovely article with Mrs. Jackson. She is truly a remarkable woman.

Pat G
Proud Member
Fans of Barbaro (And Mrs. Jackson)

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Susan/CO & Anna/Tx-Thanks gals! You know, I take Topamax for my sciatica. It is an anti-seizure med w/off label uses. They are touting it for migraines now, HA! No workie for me! No, I have been taking it for two yrs. for my back, it probably would not be effective on head. I have not had one in forever, well,since I quit my stressful job.

I hope all is well with everybody. I been trying to read a little at a time,catching up. Love and prayers for all. i do feel a little better, now that weather is staying kinda cool.

Barbaro-i love you very much big ole boy!!

Hola Fans of Barbaro,

Champ ACN Thank you! What a wonderful mom you have. She used whatever might help. I loved the report of her sprinkling the holy waters on your legs.

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Dora I hope you feel better. Linda H. you are in our thoughts and prayers.

I know the Dr. R. "dancing with the stars" is a joke, but it is an entertaining visual: as the doc competes in the Rumba, Barbaro cheers him on with pom poms.

Here are some races that some of you might be interested in today...

Delaware Park

Race 5...2.33pm
Whisper a Tune (Steve Klesaris)

Race 7...3.27pm
U Snitched On Me (Steve Klesaris)
In for a Dime (Graham Motion)

Race 8...3.54pm
Ladina (Michael Matz)

Belmont Park

Race 6...3.36pm
Jennys On Radio :-)

Race 8...4.40pm
Marchonin (Michael Matz)

Race 9...5.12pm
Stratonic (Barclay Tagg owned and trained)

I'm also watching horses trained by Tom Albertrani, Todd Pletcher and Greg Gilchrist, but thought I'd let you all know about the Fair Hill Gang...and of course we all want to know how Jennys On Radio is doing :-)

Good luck and safe journey home to all horses running today.

C. Jaffe: I'm so glad you had the opportunity to visit the Indiana Horse Rescue (North) yesterday, and kind enough to share your day with us. I've been so concerned about those horses and am glad an FOB has entered their lives and will give them the tlc they deserve. I just read the discussion board regarding them and they're asking for blankets since the winter months are approaching. I can't afford to purchase one, but I will be making as many donations to the rescue as I possible can. I pray that others that post here will do they same. These horses were subjected to such inhumane torture and neglect...just beyond belief. Warning to anyone who hasn't viewed the pics. of the condition these horses were found in-very disturbing. Thanks once again for making a commitment to visit and help out at the rescue on a weekly basis. You are a god send to so many! I know I'll be one of many anxiously awaiting your updates.

Barbaro: You're with me always in thought and prayer.

LIFT: You're deeply loved and deeply missed.

Jo UK -- Hey thanks for posting the list of races today. To see Jennys on Radio listed is a sweet sight.... I had been at the rail in Saratoga when she was vanned off. Good girl!

May all the horses and their riders run well in safety and comfort today. May all the people and animals facing surgeries and medical uncertainty, especially the family of our own Linda H, do so with divine guidance and come out smiling. Warmest best wishes to all for ACW (another comfortable week!) -- Peace, Susan H

Pictures of the other 2 rescue horse from MHR

http://forums.prospero.com/TimWoolley/messages?msg=1854.79

Jo UK -- Hey thanks for posting the list of races today. To see Jennys on Radio listed is a sweet sight.... I had been at the rail in Saratoga when she was vanned off. Good girl!

May all the horses and their riders run well in safety and comfort today. May all the people and animals facing surgeries and medical uncertainty, especially the family of our own Linda H, do so with divine guidance and come out smiling. Warmest best wishes to all for ACW (another comfortable week!) -- Peace, Susan H

oops, sorry everybody about the double post.

Susan...she made such an impact on you because you were there. That image would have haunted me, and I'm so happy that she's ok.
I doubt I'll get to see her race as it happens because they don't often show Belmont on my channels, but at least I'll be able to see her on the replay. I don't care if she comes in last...I just want to see her happy and healthy! :-)

Went to the WASHINGTON POST and posted. Not many comments from us. Does anyone know how long the article stays online?

What a great opportunity, it's what we have been asking for handed down on a silver platter

1. A National newspapwer
2. The opportunity for all of us to show our support

Please post your support using the following link:

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/10/14/AR2006101400893.html

Thank you

Thank you Alex for the nice Article about Mrs. Jackson. She is a very special person.

Very cute about Dr Richardson in Indian Charlie LOL.

Sunday skritches and grass to our undefeated champion big boss horse of forever who manages not to get bored doing the same thing all the time Barbaro Jackson!!!

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FsOB, re Wash Post:

A simple comment like "Wouldn't it be great to see this bill passed." or "I believe that Anti-Slaughter legislation is a good thing" or "The slaughter of horses is unacceptable. Please support this legislation." would be just the ticket...

Cheers,
Friar Tuck

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Socorro, I wrote a good comment at the Wash. Post site, submitted it, then a note came up telling me to register - a rather long questionnaire to fill out. So, I didn't do it, will my comment still be posted?

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Jo (UK) -

Thank you for posting the articles on Barbaro. Everytime I read an article on Barbaro, I become more and more amazed at his intelligence and strength.

The part where he wanted to continue racing on three legs, WOW! BARBARO has that special charisma like ELVIS did.

Thanks

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Lou Ann, My impression was that the article about Dr. R dancing with the stars is a joke, as the paper says something about not letting the truth get in the way of the story.

GOOD AFTERNOON BOBBY!
We're so happy that all is going well for you today. You are an inspiration to us all. Bobby, just wondering if you can help us spread this word today for MIKE REA?

ALEX, hoping you won't be mad at us for taking all this space....

TO ALL FANS OF BARBARO:

This is something posted by Mike's Family on Mike's Blog page that ALL OF US FANS OF BARBARO (Please)- should take a moment to read:

Please FANS OF BARBARO, after reading the following, click on the link to Mike Rea's Blog page that Alex has posted on his website or here it is, (http://mikerea.blogspot.com/)
MIKE'S FAMILY ASKING US TO PLEASE SIGN THE PETITION AT THE BOTTOM OF THE BLOG PAGE AND ASK ALL OF YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY TO DO THE SAME. IT WOULDN'T HURT IF SOME OF YOU WOULD REPOST THIS AGAIN LATER SO MORE OF THE "FANS OF BARBARO" WOULD SEE IT.

MIKE'S FAMILY REALLY NEEDS OUR HELP...Here's their latest post:
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Saturday, October 14, 2006
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you

There is just no way we could possibly thank the almost 1000 people so far that have signed Mike's petition for Extreme Home Makeover. We will always be so very grateful to you all. We all have been extremely busy lately. My Mother went to her home in Fayetteville, North Carolina. She really needed to go home. She is totally exhausted and has been here since the day of Mike's accident on June 16th. As you know my sister Nancy is in South Carolina working and trying to sell houses and still keep up with all Mike's administrative and financial things. So now I am here by myself and taking care of Mike. Of course Mother and Nancy are on the phone with me a lot every day and night. Nancy is still working on a paper petition for people to take to race tracks and every where. Hopefully before the weekend is over Mercy and her will come up with something. But please keep working on getting signatures because I have a surprise for everyone.

Mike will be going to his home next Saturday to stay. Yes that is what I said. We are all very surprised ourselves. No his home can not accommodate him and no a lot of people, nurses, and doctors don't think he is ready but they are going to release him Saturday next week. Sunbridge physical therapy said there is nothing more that they can do for him. Kinda like their saying he has plateaued. He thought he was going home today but the doctor said, "NO!" Thank God. Mikey has been wanting to go home since he could talk in Shock Trauma. When he was in Kernan he would beg us to take him home everyday, several times a day. He continued at Sunbridge also. We all know this is what he wants but just don't think it is the best thing for him right now. I have talked until I was blue in the face and told him he would have a lifetime at home when the time was right. Since the doctor didn't release him he will still gone home for the overnight visit tomorrow but be back Sunday. I really think that he'll go home and they will see and comprehend that Mike didn't just fall off a horse and get hurt, but that he fell off a horse and has a traumatic brain injury which is going to take a lot of time healing. Mikey just asked me again for the hundredth time tonight before I left, "Cathy, why can't I walk still?" I have explained it to him several times, but see he can't remember. Some days he has very bad memory loss. Some days if he is tired or stressed he slurs his words and is so very off balance it scares me. But friends we have done all we can about this. So next week they are going to do what they call restorative therapy. An aide from what I understand will take him on walks with his walker and he has to show them that without physical therapy he is not going to regress. I guess if he regresses bad they might keep him. Who knows!!

So I got him this cool walker that he has to get use to. It's blue and on wheels. It has hand breaks and hand locks to lock it. It also has a seat so he can sit down when he gets tired. He has to use the wheelchair most all the time. The walker is really just for exercise and physical therapy. I really got it for him to use upstairs instead of crawling around on all fours. Plus when he gets out of the shower he will have something to sit on while drying off, brushing his teeth, shaving, ect.. There is no room for the wheelchair upstairs and it is very heavy to carry up the stairs. They (Sunbridge) did say if he finds that it is just not what he thought it was going to be like he could come back. Also if he starts regressing badly, he may go back. We just don't want him to fall and get hurt and end up back in the hospital. So everyone pray he'll be safe at home. Please. I pray for God to wrap his arms around him 24/7.

I think I remember telling ya'll the reason that Nancy wanted to do this petition is because it appears you get better results with being nominated for the Extreme Home Makeover show. She got the 50,000 from there also. We are going to continue to also have fund raisers for Mikey and his family. We know for a fact that he will be unemployed for a year or more. The one good thing is Mike does have an appointment with his neurologist Thursday. I can't wait to see what he has to say about everything. This will be his first visit since he left Kernan. I will keep ya'll informed. I promise.

Well it is time for me to go now. I hope everyone has a great weekend. God bless everyone over and over again. Thank God for Barbaro doing so well also. He really has helped Mike so much and so have the Fans of Barbaro. We will be forever grateful.

WE BELIEVE IN MIRACLES
WE BELIEVE IN BARBARO
WE BELIEVE IN MIKE REA
(Posted by Mikes Family) Oct. 14th.
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"Please keep this going"
God Bless,
Debra, WI

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BONNIE -

No, it won't post. They only ask for your e-mail, password, gender, year of birth, zip code, on the third column just choose other for all four questions.

BONNIE, many times I have meant to tell how much I appreciate your positive comments, but most of the time I am brain dead when everyone is wide awake and get side tracked.

Thank you for having such a positive attitude.

Socorro...I'm over there too!

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Thanks Socorro, I appreciate yours as well. I'll try it again, just don't like the interenet sometimes when they make things hard!

At times I fall into negativity but mostly it is a lot more fun to be positive! Look at Big B or wild animals they are pretty positive creatures if left to their natural instincts. Good role models for us! Also, I don't listen to the media much at all, they're very negative!

Thanks Socorro for your message.

This IS the opportunity that we've been looking for....a chance to be heard in a national newspaper.

It's simple to add your comment at the end of the article. You don't need to write an editorial....just a few words saying that we need to stop the inhumane practice of slaughtering horses by supporting this legislation.

You can be sure these responses will be reviewed....another tally!!

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/10/14/AR2006101400893.html

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Okay everyone, I posted on the washingtonpost web site and found out you do not have to register with them for your comment to post. I thought you had to but both my posts went through one without registering one with registering.

Please post a comment about horse slaughter in response to their article: www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/10/14/AR2006101400893.html

Good morning Barbaro. I hope today brings you a day full of healing, comfort and relaxation. The people of this world love you and are praying for you. You are an inspiration to so many people and continue to show us all what true courage, determination and strength really are. I am very proud of you sweet boy. You have taught me to never give up, even when things look bleak. You will forever remain in my thoughts, my prayers, my heart. I love you Barbaro!

There will be miracles...
when you believe.

Bobby
ACN for you, magnificent horse! Hope your special people will be visiting you today. Enjoy your outside time and try not to be too bored with your routine. You have been so patient all these months, understanding everyone is working to help you. I thank God for your miracle everyday. Just responded to the Washington Post article; people against the bill have such lame arguments! I'll check on you again later beautiful boy.

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Susan E:

I am fine today - thank you so much for asking! Trying to stay positive and not overreact - until someone tells me different, I am going with everything will be ok.

Lou Ann - thank you for your thoughts and prayers. It means so much to have a cyber family that rallies around each other in times of crisis. It makes me feel like I am not alone in this.

Cute article in Indian Charlie - I guess everyone will continue to rib poor Dr R on this one. Maybe Barbaro will be his dancing partner - I bet he has some great moves!

Bonnie, I hope so. It won't even let me read the comments without registering. I did write something though.

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Lynda,
Yes, oddly enough you can't read the comments without registering but you can post without registering.

Bonnie, well, hopefully my post went through! LOL what a strange system.

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BONNIE -

Darn it, I hate registering but did it because it wouldn't take my comment (at least I thought it wouldn't). There are two from me, but one had a typo and I asked them to remove it, so far it is still there.

That makes it easier for everyone.

I like this comment from Susan E:

CALLING BO DEREK! CALLING BO DEREK!!

WILL YOU PLEASE VISIT BILL FRIST SOON?

THANK YOU!

Posted by: Susan E. at October 15, 2006 4:29 PM

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BONNIE -

Now that's odd, because I could read the article, but I couldn't post without registering.

Just like us women, moody!

The Green Monkey had a workout; Four Furlongs in 50.07

Mr Matz's Diamond Fever also worked 4 furlongs in .49 and change.

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The Post's comments area is a very strange site.

I posted, them registered AFTER I hit the post button. When I went to view my comment, it had given me a userid based on my email address (which I hadn't even given yet).

Pardon my intrusion, but I thought some of you might want to know about this little anomaly on the comment site, before you make your comments.

I BELIEVE IN BARBARO

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sorry, make that THEN registered. I fat fingered it.

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Cora-IL,

I'm glad you still posted, it's probably worth the time. I hope they do a follow-up article based on these comments or something to report on what is said so the comments are not lost.

Lynda...I saw that The Green Monkey had a workout. I always get excited to see he's done something! Punta Rosa, Rumspringa and Surprise Inside also worked out.

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Hi Bonnie:

I couldn't agree more. This is a great opportunity to be heard outside of the "usual" areas. The more attention we can get, the better the chances are for passing the legislation and saving the horses.

Thank you for posting the link so I could find the comments area easily. I took a break from painting my house to check on Barbaro and the less paint I get on the keyboard the better I'll like it. LOL

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Very nice post on the discussion board from a person that works at Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie TX. You can find it under General- Cheers to Good People.

Believe in Barbaro

hi

Just listening to Belmont and Jennys On Radio has been scratched. I hope she's ok!

Jo - saw that - they showed the lineup for the 6th race and she wasn't there so I guess she was scratched. I'll see what I can find out!

She justed raced last week I think??

Sally...maybe they decided it was too soon after her last race. I'm sure there's a simple explanation.

Hey Barbaro-do me a favor buddy,ok? I'm in the process of losing my 12 yr old Golden Retriever to cancer, lost a 19 yr old cat last month. You animals are so incredibly special, but can cause so much heartache. So how about nothing but smooth sailing for you from here on? Too much to ask? Well, how about as few bumps in the road as possible. The heart can only take so much at a time. So good cheer to you big boy. Take care, and I'll be thinking of you.

Jo;Is Rumspringa Mr Matz's horse? I haven't heard of that one before.

Lynda...Rumspringa is owned by the Jacksons :-)

Jo - I'm sure she is fine - maybe she had a headache - lol

I just saw this post from Paulette In KY on the Discussion Board. Very Nice!

1874.1

I just posted this to another message board I belong to. I have to tell you all, I am entralled at your tenacity. Your hope and determination is unequaled.

The Fans of Barbaro is the most amazing group of people I have ever been associated with. Never tell them they can't do something. LOL Because they will definitely prove you wrong! Remember the Missouri horses from the truck wreck? Every one of those horses are now being sponsored monetarily by at least one Fan of Barbaro. These are people from all over the country. Some are horse owners, some former horse owners, and some had never had a horse. Barbaro brought them all together. They are working on race track safety, helping Equine hospitals, rescue organizations, etc etc etc. Many have started volunteering at local rescues and equine therapy centers. All because of Barbaro. This is what Roy Jackson speaks of when he said so much good has come of Barbaro's horrible injury. If he had not been injuried and gone on to win/or not, the Triple Crown, these people would never had come together. A miracle? Maybe. A twist of fate? Probably. But whatever, a horse has made a difference in this world and in a small way, it will never be the same.

No heaven would heaven be if my horse wasn't there to welcome me

Ro & Brady

HAPPY SUNDAY, EVERYONE!!

Wonderful news, Dearest Annointed One for you ... "another comfortable night" and I loved reading all of the articles posted about you ... You are my inspiration, my strength, my determination and my guiding force when I need any of all of these ... the "flying wings" of the Pegasus that lifts me up!! My beloved "Bobby", thank you!!
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Major, Major Congratulations to Gretchen and Roy Jackson for their BIG win with "Showing Up" yesterday at Belmont for the Jamaica! I love this horse ... shows great determination and class, just like Bobby!!! Sorry he's not going to be running in The Breeder's Cup but I guess I have to understand and accept Barclay Tagg's reasoning ... I don't like it because I would love to see Showing Up win the Sprint but Barclay sure knows better than I do, so he'll be running in the Hollywood Derby Nov. 26th ... hope it's televised!!
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MikeC .... SO HAPPY FOR YOU GETTING TO 'MEET AND GREET' JOHN HENRY, the jockey ... you were certainly in the right place at the right time and realized one of your dreams! How wonderful for you and I am thrilled for you beyond measure!!
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Nancy in CT ... A Match Made in TB Heaven ... Barbaro (Barbarian) and Gorella (well we ALL know the connection there!!) ... this would be a "Wedding" of HumongHORSE proportions ... gargantuan and "Godzilla-like!" I love it, love it, love it, and who cares if they have bratty kids ... no one will be able to get close enough to be affected or concerned anyway!! Can you JUST IMAGINE a 'baby' "BarbarElla?" Hay, haven't we heard THAT NAME somewhere before???? !!!
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FOR LINDA H ... SENDING YOU LIGHT, LOVE AND FRIENDSHIP TODAY AND LIT CANDLES FOR YOU EARLIER ALSO.

CANDLE LINK AGAIN FOR LINDA:

http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/candles.cfm?l=eng&gi=LinH
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THANKS TO EVERYONE who posted links to great articles and information ... especially to David Letell for his great background/research on "Showing Up" ... I saved that one, David! Thanks so much!!
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Bo Derek article in Washington Post ... Good for HER for persuading Mel Martinez to become Co-Sponsor. I've always maintained that the high-profile people/names/celebs are going to play a very big part in all of this, and I tip my hat to each and every one of them for all that they do and continue to do!

The article, itself, wasvery disturbing in many ways, especially the comments from Stenholm ... is he for real???
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I phoned all of the Big Six today using free minutes on my cell phone ... of course, no one was there, so I was 'free' to leave the message of my choice with no interruptions. I was kind but forceful in the message I needed and wanted to get across. Every little bit helps!!

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And last but certainly not least, THANKS SO MUCH AGAIN AND AGAIN TO ALEX FOR THIS WONDERFULLY OPEN AND ALL-EMBRACING SITE FOR HORSES ... YES, BARBARO IS AT THE TOP OF OUR LIST FOR SO MANY REASONS, BUT HE HAS MANY BROTHERS AND SISTERS WHO ARE BELOVED CREATURES OF GOD IN THE VERY SAME SHINING LIGHT AS OUR BELOVED BOBBY!!

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I'm sure I'm forgetting something, but I'll be back ... gotta watch the J-E-T-S, JETS, JETS, JETS game in a few!!!

LOVE YOU ALL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

OH YES ... JUST REMEMBERED WHAT I FORGOT ...

THANKS FOR THE BARBAROLICIOUS UPDATES ON OUR MISSOURI RESCUES ... ESPECIALLY MY "FRANKIE" AND "CLUELESS TOO" ... but I am very disturbed to read that "Clueless" is becoming a pest. Apparently he 'hogs' the camera and wants to be a movie star .... so maybe he belongs in "Horsey-Wood" Cal-eee-for-nee-a!!!

Jo; Oh!!! Ok LOL

Hay bArbaro!!!...hope you are having a sunny, grass grazing, & healing day...LOVE YOU, sweetie!
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rlmbmeye, so sorry to hear of your pain & loss...You'll find this site is just filled to overflowing with wonderful supporting people...

Leigh, HI back!!!

Linda H, I heard Barbaro likes to lead!!!...teehee

I made my comment on the Washington Post site too, did it before registering, then registered, & it had posted before I got back to the comments page...
I was able to read all the comments beforehand...

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EARTHQUAKE HITS HAWAIIAN ISLANDS.....breaking news

am I the last to know this? Sorry if it has been posted before...

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Pamela, you are forgiven for being tardy. It happened 3 hours ago. :)

Ro & Brady

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.....*sigh*....the story of my life, RO....

Been on the phone for what seems like hours! I must have missed all my races! :-/

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ONE MORE THING ...

THANK YOU LISA & SKYLER!!! JUST RAN DOWN TO THE MAILBOX FROM THE WEEKEND AND MY BRACELET FINALLY ARRIVED!

I immediately tore open the envelope and put it on my wrist where I now wear it VERY PROUDLY! And it is "Barbarolicious" to the Max ... suitable for both Barbaro and his 'wife', Gorella, and of course their children ... all the little Barbar-Ellas that will be running around and killing all of the competition in just about 3 years!!! TB racing will NEVER BE THE SAME AGAIN ... BOTH the COLT AND FILLY Divisions!!!

Remember the Sandra Bullock, Keanu Reeves movies of a few years ago ... SPEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEED!!!!!

suitable for both Barbaro and his 'wife', Gorella, and of course their children ... all the little Barbar-Ellas that will be running around and killing all of the competition in just about 3 years!!! TB racing will NEVER BE THE SAME AGAIN ... BOTH the COLT AND FILLY Divisions!!!
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Are we doing arranged marriages now?
Sorry - I see Barbaro as a lifelong bachelor/playboy. Leave them wanting more!

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rimbeyer may you and your dog have smooth waters ahead of you.

Dora and LindaH up and posting good to see you both.

Hi back leigh.

like Pamie I am aleays the last to know. Quake in Hawaii?....I hope it was not serious going to check out the news

Thank you Marky

Unfortunately I don't have HRTV or TVG so I depend on ESPN for horse racing info. But they are not as good as the people on here!

Linnie - I do hope we get invited to the wedding! I'm with you - those two are pefect for each other - and the babies - oh baby - they will be awesome!!!

Hi, all. Tried to register with the Washington Post but my registration will not go through...odd...Will try again later.

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Linnie, the Keanu Reeves, Sandra Bullock movie that just came out this year is pretty decent...The Lake House. Terrible reviews, but neat story.
Seems the worse the reviews, the more I'll like it..lol

For anyone who can post a comment to the Washington Post article, I would suggest saying
"I'm going to call Senator Frist tomorrow, to say that I support the horse slaughter prevention bill."

Maybe we can get some more calls out of this.

OK ... Here's what I just posted on the Washington Post site ...

support the passage of S.1915 preventing the inhumane and barbaric slaughter of our equine companions for human consumption abroad. I encourage my fellow humanitarians and horse lovers to ask your senators to support and co-sponsor S.1915 immediately and bring it to the Senate floor for a full vote and passage as soon as they return from the current recess. Wont you please join me in saving our American horses from this archaic and very very painful torture. Horsemeat is not eaten in our country, so what is the purpose or reason for us to allow foreigners to own slaughterhouses in our America in order to butcher our American horses and ship them to Europe and other countries abroad to be served on their dinner plates? Do you really support this practice? Think about it. The great 1986 Kentucky Derby Champion, Ferdinand, met such a horrific fate. An advertisement in a French restaurants menu actually read: Dine on a Kentucky Derby Champion, dine on Ferdinand. This is fact, not fiction. Just one final bit of food for thought with no horsin around ... how many of you would be repulsed to see a similar note about one of todays greatest American equine heroes posted on a menu in France or Belgium or Japan? Or ... what if this champion, by some strange and incredible twist of fate, ended up in a foreign-owned slaughterhouse operating and slaughtering horses at this very moment in Texas or Illinois ... And, just what if you happened to read this advertisement on the menu of this posh, pricey European bistro, cafe or ristorante ... think for a moment, and then ask yourself this question ...

Would You Eat Barbaro? ############################################### PLEASE PHONE, FAX, EMAIL YOUR STATE SENATORS AND ASK THEM TO CO-SPONSOR AND SUPPORT A QUICK AND DECISIVE MOVE TO THE SENATE FLOOR TO PASS S.1915 AS SOON AS THEY RETURN TO CONGRESS NEXT MONTH. Save our American Horses from Slaughter ... Please.

Anna...we watched The Lake House this week and loved it! I had a problem with the time thing (always do though!) but it's now my Sam's new favourite film and I'd definately watch it again. Maybe second time around I'd get the time thing sorted in my head! lol

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Sally,
Gorella and Barbaro, Hmmmmmm, possibility.......we'll have to sign our boy up for French classes as she's from France. A French accent combined with his southern drawl ought to be especially fetching and captivating!

ouu la la

Barbaro is smart enough to learn anything - we do need to get him a French tutor - and no one should apply in a french maids outfit - please!

We don't need Dr Dreamy being distracted by that!
lol

Bonnie - would the babies talk French with a southern drawl or a southern drawl with a Fench accent?? lol

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Are we doing arranged marriages now?
Sorry - I see Barbaro as a lifelong bachelor/playboy. Leave them wanting more!
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Oh I wasn't even thinking of it as an 'arranged marriage' more like surrendering to the obvious 'creme de la creme' of Barbarolicious matings ... if you don't want them to get "married", then you can write your own dream scenario! Heeeee Hawwww! As for me, I like the fact that a man can make (and keep) a commitment ... something that appears to be 'foreign' to the men I have known, so in my dream, Barbaro gets AND marries the girl!! LOLOLOL

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Sally in Key West,

Can you refresh me on what you said to your Senator about voting for him/her? You said you told them you were voting for them because they are a co-sponsor of S1915 and that you were counting on them to push the bill to the floor . . .

I just realized Feinstein in CA is up for re-election and I could do the same w/her. I was too busy concentrating on Boxer because she is a co-sponsor AND on the CST Committee to notice that the other Senator is up for re-election, until now!

Thanks!
Carol
San Diego

Carol - first I thanked him for co-sponsoring - wanted him to know it was important to me. Then I told him I had voted early (last week) and that I had voted for him - one of the main reasons was his support and co-sponsoring of S1915. Then when I got through will all the compliements I asked him very directly to get the bill out of committee (he is a committee member as well) and on to the floor for a vote before the end of the year. That was pretty much it - compliemented him and then asked him nicely but sternly to get it out for the vote!

Good Luck!! This is so much harder than I ever anticipated - Politics!!!

Carol - it you haven't voted yet - I guess you could mention that your vote hinges on his/her decision on S1915! If its a close race I'm sure he/she will take note of your message. I would be very nice about it!

Thats just my opinion!

I think this warrents reposting....

Thanks Socorro for your message.

This IS the opportunity that we've been looking for....a chance to be heard in a national newspaper.

It's simple to add your comment at the end of the article. You don't need to write an editorial....just a few words saying that we need to stop the inhumane practice of slaughtering horses by supporting this legislation.

You can be sure these responses will be reviewed....another tally!!

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/10/14/AR2006101400893.html

Posted by: ShelleyA at October 15, 2006 7:17 PM

Night Alex and family...
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Night Monsieur Jackson..... Je vous saime ma cheri.
You sure look cute in your black tam.XXXXOOOO

Tomorrow I will email Shiloh Horse Rescue in NV AGAIN and try to get a response...so far nothing from them regarding my last email reguesting their support and to "nudge" gently the Senators of NV on the horse slaughter bill.

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Someone (I think it was Skyler) asked hours ago about "Dancing With the Stars" and what night(s) it was on, etc. I didn't see any response, but I could have missed it; however, for those who may want to know, here's the "skinny" on "Stars" ...

I think it's a FABULOUS show ... thoroughly enjoyable, entertaining and amusing, NOT TO MENTION some of the MOST GORGEOUS HUNKS this side of Elvis!!! (Think: Mario Lopez!! OMG ... but I digress!!)

Jerry Springer is a sentimental favorite because he sticks out like a sore thumb on that show ... he's the oldest, not the most handsome or light on his feet or graceful or agile .... BUT something about him is endearing, all the same, and he does have a following, apparently.

There are 3 standouts, in my opinion, and they are all MEN ... surprised? They are all terrific in my opinion ... Mario Lopez will get under your skin and melt it right in front of your eyes ... you will WATCH YOURSELF sizzle and you will FEEL the burning sensation from head to toe ... this is ONE HOT TAMALE, let me tell you! I am breathless when he takes the dance floor. Oh Mamacita!!

Emmitt Smith, the former GREAT running back for the Dallas Cowboys is exceptionally light on his feet ... he could be called "Twinkle Toes" and not even be embarrassed by it. He is terrific and looks great and dances even better.

Joey Lawrence, is a little pint of dynamite, in my opinion ... just spitfire hot and terrific ... very intense, passionate dancer, just like Mario ... Ohhh Mamacita!!

There are women celebrities too, but I can't remember them! LOLOL ...

OK, the premise is that each 'celebrity' dances with a professional dance partner and each week there are different professional dances they must do and then be critiqued and voted on by the judges and the American public.

This 'competition' program airs each Tuesday at 8 PM on ABC for 90 minutes until 9:30, EST. Then on the following night, Wednesday, the "results" show airs for one hour from 8-9 PM, EST, and that's when we learn which couple gets voted off. Last Week a shocker took place because I never expected Willa and her professional partner, Maksim (ANOTHER HOT, HOTTIE, GORGEOUS HUNKA HUNKA BURNIN' LOVE) were voted off. Should not have happened, but it did. But THEN a real shocker, when one of the other contestants, Sara Evans, Country Music Singer, announced the next day she was quitting "Stars" because she was filing for divorce, etc. So, now THIS coming Tuesday's program might be very interesting because they may bring BACK a couple that was already voted off.

I DEFINITELY recommend watching this show, at least for one entire week ... Tuesday and Wednesday. Then if you decide it's not your 'cup of tea', drop it, but if you can drop Mario Lopez once you've seen him, then you're a helluva lot stronger with a lot more testosterone that I have!! Yes, women "Do" have testosterone, too!

Anyway ... watch at your own risk because you will all but faint from watching Mario Lopez, in my not so humble opinion!!

I had the same problem with registering for Wash. Post. Ended up posting, then registering and posting again, so it's there twice but worded differently. Oh well. I posted under jefblues and took a totally different approach re: that property-rights issue.

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rlmbmeyer

So sorry about the loss of your cat. We'll pray for your golden to fight back and win, just like Barbaro.

Linnie
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Linnie

I loved Mario on Animal Planet. Yes he's very sexy and very close to his mother which supposedly is a good thing in a man. I don't know because I've never been with a man like that.

Barbaro in a tam? I don't know - seems too woosy for macho man Barbaro. Cowboy hat for him.

Still - I see him as a George Clooney type guy - no committments except to his "buddies". But I love him just the same (Barbaro I mean, ok I mean Clooney too)

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The tam is a "come-on" for the Frenchy...:)

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Linnie,

Love DWTS! I smile the whole time it's on. And who can't use that these days?

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D'Anne:

You think that would work?

Wouldn't work on me

###are you French lol

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D'Anne

no, worse - italian

### Now you are talking girl!!! And by the way I agree on Clooney!

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And by the way I agree on Clooney!

Posted by: D'Anne in NC at October 15, 2006 11:10 PM

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It's not fair that there is only one of him

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D'anne - I thought the same when I started watching this season (I have watched all of them) but Jerry Springer is a totally different guy then you would expect. He is very funny, he knows he is not good - but his attitude and his attempts does make him very endearing. Last week his dance was hilarious - and he meant it to be because he knew he was leaving - he stayed.

The show is very entertaining if you like dancing - its all ballroom - this week though is Disco - Jerry should be a riot.

I am partial to Emmitt Smith - this guy can dance - he has the swinging hip moves and all - he is terrific. Personally I'm over Mario Lopez - he has had professional dance lessons and knows the moves - I don't think it is fair - but thats me. Joey Lawrence is adorable - bald head and all.

The girls are great - I can't think of them either - I have Emmitt swinging those hips in my head.

Please watch it - you will be surprised - I sure was the first time I watched. Its addictive.

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Sally in Key West
Well if a fellow Saggie likes it ...I guess I'll have to try it...Don't know until you try...rigt?

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D'Anne ...

IF Mario Lopez doesn't MORE THAN MAKE UP FOR enduring Jerry Springer, then you are not even alive! LOLOL ... NO CONTEST!!!

I'm telling you ... whenever I watch Mario, I literally stop breathing and break out in a NON-menopausal sweat! Get my drift here????

### I think I can use whatever you are feeling. :)

I keep reading proslaughter people say "you can't tell Europeans what to eat" I'm not trying to tell them what they can or can't eat. I know I can't control that. All I'm saying is they don't need to be eating American horses. Why don't they slaughter their own to eat? Why don't they have slaughter houses over there? I read somewhere that it is illegal there, don't know if thats true. They don't have enough horses over there to fill their disgusting appetite for horse meat? YUK!
I guess I need to go to the discussion board, huh? Sorry about the temper tantrum.

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LINDA H- TOO FUNNY ABOUT YOUR CLOONY COMMENT- VERY TRUE!!

I THINK (HOPE, PRAY) THAT BARBARO WILL FOLLOW IN HIS FATHER'S FOOT STEPS AND BE WITH MANY, MANY MARES. HE'S NOT THE ONE WOMAN KIND OF HORSE. LOL!!

JUST COMMENTED IN THE POST, MARILYN I TOOK YOUR ADVICE!! :>)

LOVE & PRAYERS,
CHERYL G

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D'anne - Mario is great - there is no doubt - and he knows it - I guess thats why I'm over him. But those dimples do draw you in.

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CINDY-
I'M PRETTY SURE IT'S ILLEGAL IN EUROPE!!
THANKS,
CHERYL

Carol
Senator Feinstein is already a big supporter of animal welfare issues, including S. 1915. She has been a co-sponsor for some time, and is glad to represent a state that banned horse slaughter for human consumption years ago. I got a great letter from her long ago on this issue.

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Jo, I dinna figure out the time thing, either, but still enjoyed it a lot!

Cheryl - I think you are right - it is illegal in Europe - but legal in Japan and China.

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Sally, I have no doubt the babies would mostly likely go for a Cajun accent, a splash of southern comfort with a French twist!

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YEA!!!!!!!! for Senators Feinstein and Boxer, two better than average politicians. They seem to have a heart!

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Linnie

I loved Mario on Animal Planet. Yes he's very sexy and very close to his mother which supposedly is a good thing in a man. I don't know because I've never been with a man like that.

Barbaro in a tam? I don't know - seems too woosy for macho man Barbaro. Cowboy hat for him.

Still - I see him as a George Clooney type guy - no committments except to his "buddies". But I love him just the same (Barbaro I mean, ok I mean Clooney too)

Posted by: Linda H in Denver at October 15, 2006 11:05 PM

OK ... couple of things to 'discuss' here ... LOL

first of all, what's a "tam" ... I figure the a and m means arranged marriage??? But what does the "t" stand for? Thoroughbred?

Now back to more "heart-pulsating" things ... I never even knew that Mario Lopez EXISTED until I saw him on "Stars" ... and now to read that he's close to his mother ... Ohhhhh Mamacita, what a great guy! Finally, I have learned this lesson!! Men who are close to and treat their mothers with lots of love and respect will treat their woman the same way ... AND ... conversely speaking ... well, you know the story!!

Mario Lopez supports good cardiac health ... why? Because watching him will get your heart rate up and you won't even have to leave your chair! He should have his own prescription ... "Lopez for Life!!"

OK, now let's talk George Clooney!! You know that I ADORE GC for many reasons ... same birth date as my father, and, not coincidentally, the same birth date as YOU!! ... May 6th! I love Taureans!! But I digress.

But as much as I love George, he does border on commitment-phobic where women are concerned, and he's more devoted to "Max" than anyone else. I'm sure that you know who "Max" is, right????? George is great from a distance, but I would never want to be in a relationship with him ... he would drive me crazy and I've had enough of those men in my life to last TEN lifetimes! But they are so charismatic and adorable anyway!!

Those Cajuns do sound very sexy - have no idea what they are saying but it sure sounds good!!

D'anne - Mario is great - there is no doubt - and he knows it - I guess thats why I'm over him. But those dimples do draw you in.

Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 15, 2006 11:16 PM

So what if he's great and knows it ... if you looked and moved like he did, you'd know it, too! LOL ...

Separate and apart from that, I see a very sensitive, gracious, loving side to him ... don't know what you see, but "beauty is in the eye of the beholder" ... and speaking of men knowing they are 'good', there is no lack of self-confidence and self-esteem and belief in oneself in "Dr. Dreamy" as you call him either!! LOL ..

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Tam is short for Tam O'Shanter, a Scottish cap with a little tassle in the center. Something the poet, Robert Burns, would have worn with kilts. Barbaro in kilts, now there's a hysterical visual!

Hiya, Bobbey! Hope your day was a great one. Isn't it almost time for supper, some grooming prior to bandages changes, and then the massage blanket? Tomorrow will begin another "work week of healing for you, sweet prince. Wishing you restful slumbers and sweet dreams of grazing in a sunny meadow with your favourite bovine, Ms. Mocha the Cow! Higs, Pets, & "scratches" from your pals in CT - Robyn, Brent, & Nikita

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Tam is short for Tam O'Shanter, a Scottish cap with a little tassle in the center. Something the poet, Robert Burns, would have worn with kilts. Barbaro in kilts, now there's a hysterical visual!

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OMG, Bonnie, I am laughing hysterically ... I know what a "Tam" hat is but Linda H was responding to me and that never came up in our conversation ... we were talking about an "arranged marriage" between Bobby and Gorella, so when she posted "tam" all I could think of was "Thoroughbred Arranged Marriage" !!!!!!

Where did the premise of Bobby wearing a Tam emerge? I've only read something about "Frenchy" which I really don't want to get into because when I think of "ANYTHING FRENCH", I think of Ferdinand and what is happening to our slaughtered horses over THERE in the land of Francais ... and I don't want to have anything to do with that!!

Sorry ... but I can't do anything " French" right now because of what I have learned ... but a Scottish Tam O'Shanter gets my vote BIG TIME, especially since I have one myself and love wearing hats!!

Another comfortable day for Bobby and the miracle continues! :-)

Just sent my comments to the washington Post story. Thanks for the info.

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I have always suspected you know more than you tell us (i.e. water from the River Jordan). Just wanted you to know I so RESPECT you for that.

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Linnie, On an above post with your name at the bottom there is a statement "Barbaro in a Tam? I don't know, seems too woosy for macho man Barbaro. Cowboy hat for him." (I think woosy is meant to be woodsy?)

Then later in same post, "first of all what's a Tam....."

So, that's what I was responding to.

Tradition says that in days of yore kilts weren't necessarily worn with underwear......

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Hi Sally,

Thanks for the info. I plan to contact Sen. Feinstein next week.

Marilyn- I received 2 e-mails back from Sen. Feinstein about S1915 and the wild horse/burros bill that she supported so I definitely want to thank her for all that she has done so far. I just want to emphasize that I appreciate it and for her to keep up the good work and give it one last push to get the bill to the floor for a vote this year.

Thanks Bonnie! Our state (CA) is the only one that has a state prop (6) that is similar to S1915 BUT it is NOT being enforced!!!!!!! IF a kill buyer goes right to that guy Joe's house in N. CA and asks him if he wants to buy any horses before he takes them off to slaughter . . . it is disgusting. :-(

Thanks to the SUBLIME Barbaro, many of us who knew NOTHING of this situation are now participating in the political process, one fax at a time.

GO CHARGERS!!

Carol
San Diego

Yep Bonnie - I could see Barbaro in a Plaid Tam with a matching blanket - who cute would that be!!!

Glad to hear the good news that Bobby's day was comfortable.

I don't remember who posted the link to the Washington Post article with a mention of the comment section - but thank you. Some of those comments were disturbing but also there were many good comments which I'm sure were written by some fellow FOBs. Made sure to leave mine.

Sorry to see the weekend coming to an end. Back to work already.

Janice
A proud "fan of Barbaro"
Never give up!

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Linnie, On an above post with your name at the bottom there is a statement "Barbaro in a Tam? I don't know, seems too woosy for macho man Barbaro. Cowboy hat for him." (I think woosy is meant to be woodsy?)

Then later in same post, "first of all what's a Tam....."

So, that's what I was responding to.

Tradition says that in days of yore kilts weren't necessarily worn with underwear......

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The "Barbaro in a Tam" comment was posted by Linda H in Denver, not moi, but that's OK, and I was responding to her.

And, as far as kilts not necessarily being worn with underwear ... do you know any Scotsman????

LOLOLOL .... Sorry but I am watching this Jets game while sitting here at the computer, and I am getting very loopy. It was a most boooring game until the last few minutes, and now it's getting dicey, to say the least. Well, anytime the Jets play the Miami Dolphins, it's a "barnburner" from beginning to end! And this game is no exception.
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Good night my sweet Barbaro, may you have a restful and healing sleep. Sweet dreams!

Dear God be with Barbaro tonight, grow that hoof and heal that leg. Be with his caretakers, and Dr. Richardson. Let him feel the love and healing power all around him.

Prayers to all who need it tonight, may your hearts be light, and full with God's love.

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Carol,
Yes, it's one thing to make a law and a totally different thing to enforce it. I hope that changes soon. But, I did not get your statement in your second paragraph, "if a killer buyer goes to right to that guy........" please say more about that, thanks.

SAL,I BET THERE ARE WAYS AROUND IT IN FOREIGN COUNTRIES TOO SINCE THEY AREN'T AS RIGID AS US, YA KNOW.

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LINNIE- MARIO WAS IN THAT SITCOM WHERE ALL THE KIDS WERE IN HIGH SCHOOL -OH, I FORGET THE NAME OF IT. ANYWAY, THEN HE DID THAT TALK SHOW WITH DICK CLARK JUST A FEW YEARS AGO. HE'S BEEN AROUND, JUST KIND OF BEHIND THE SCENES. I DON'T WATCH DANCING WITH THE STARS - NOT A FAN OF REALITY TV AT ALL. MARIO SURE IS HOT THOUGH AND I BET HE HAS SOME GREAT MOVES. :>)

LOVE & PRAYERS,
CHERYL G
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Linnie - go JETS - I hate the dolphins - hope your boys win - so far so good!!

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Linnie, Well, that is a very leading question.....HA! Yes, I have known a few Scotsmen, not in a biblical sense. I like the Irish better! They have a better sense of humor, irony, satire.

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HI Bonnie,

I am posting a story from Julie that is in the discussion board - "CA Residents-Please Read". It explains what I am referring to- let me know if you have any questions.

Carol
San Diego

"I am posting this with some trepadation, as Joe is overwhelmed with horses and cannot respond to a flurry of emails - however, today he is frank about what is going on in California. He has been banned from the killer auctions in Elk Grove because he brought people there with cameras, and the photos wound up on the internet. Today the killer buyer came to him, with a load of horses in a cattle truck - he posts what happened on his website.

Since his website is public, you can read for yourself. I can tell you that his ranch almost burned to the ground. He and his wife fled for their life, and all 95 horses (at the time, he's up to 98) survived the fire. I went there to visit the weekend after and there were still smoldering hot spots.

He is not a non-profit, and he does not solicit any donations but he has a loyal following that routinely offer him money. He has young kids who scrape together every penny so that they give give him 12 dollars for the horses. He is a quiet unsung hero.

Every morning I check his website and then this one. I love his daily journals. In all the tragedy that he has experienced this year, flooding in the winter and now the fires, his humor and wit inspire me every morning. I will be adopting a horse from him, and it may be the poor starving 5 year old he pulled off the kill truck today.

Here's his website, he changes it daily, his way of connecting since he is the only one taking care of all these horses. I just ask that you keep him in your prayers and be respectful of his limited time.

http://www.tbfriends.com/

Many thanks,

Julie"

But as much as I love George, he does border on commitment-phobic where women are concerned, and he's more devoted to "Max" than anyone else. I'm sure that you know who "Max" is, right????? George is great from a distance, but I would never want to be in a relationship with him ... he would drive me crazy and I've had enough of those men in my life to last TEN lifetimes! But they are so charismatic and adorable anyway!!

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Linnie:

I don't want to KEEP him, just borrow him for a couple of hours

The tam reference was by D'Anne - I thought she meant beret. Way too woosy for our guy.
And knowing how they feel about horses in France, probably no beret for him.

Cheryl from what I understand all the american horse meat (thats totally disgusts me) goes to Europe because the SH are illegal there. I'm sure they can get it from Japan and China if they have any to spare. If they close the SH here in the USA - then the price will go way up since Japan and China - oh yeah Canada and Mexico will be the only countries what have SH. But the prices will definately go UP UP UP.

Linda there is a big difference between beret and tam - Tams are big - plaid and have a tassel. Berets are smaller and normally not plaid and definately no tassel!!

Barbaro can wear a tam - but no beret!

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Bonnie,

I just checked Joe's website and the story is not there anymore! I should have saved and copied his daily journal about the kill buyer. Maybe he has an archived section of his journals . . . don't have time to look now.

Carol
San Diego

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Oh, yes Carol, I saw that, didn't know you were referring to him. Sounds like a nightmare. My hope would be that he starts talking to the trucker about the horror of the whole situation maybe planting a seed in this poor person's heart.

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Linnie, Well, that is a very leading question.....HA! Yes, I have known a few Scotsmen, not in a biblical sense. I like the Irish better! They have a better sense of humor, irony, satire.

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Oh yes, Bonnie, the Irish do have a great sense of humor, irony and satire ... I can attest to that, hands down. But, they are also very stand-offish, aloof and self-centered.

I'm better off with a hot-blooded Mario!!! As I said, never saw him before "Dancing With the Stars" but he can dance with me ANYTIME, ANYPLACE, ANYWHERE ... If I could manage to remain alert and not comatose!!!

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Well, I think a tam is a little too cute. How about a 1940's Italian fedora, the kind Humphrey Bogart would have worn? Something a little more suave, mysterious.

SAL- I DIDN'T REALIZE IT WAS LEGAL IM JAPAN, HOWEVER THAT DOESN'T SURPRISE ME. WE WILL BE OFF THE MARKET HERE BY THE END OF THE YEAR HOPEFULLY!!

SPEAKING OF HATS-BERETS FOR BARBARO, I WAS TELLING PAMMIE, I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE HIM IN SOME NEW WINTER COATS- HE HAS QUITE A MULTITUDE OF CUTE BLUE COATS!! IT'S STARTING TO GET VERY COLD UP HERE!!

CHERYL G
:>)

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Linda there is a big difference between beret and tam - Tams are big - plaid and have a tassel. Berets are smaller and normally not plaid and definately no tassel!!

Barbaro can wear a tam - but no beret!

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OK

AND THE JETS HAVE JUST WON!!!!!! WHOOOOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOO, so to hell with tams OR berets... I am now wearing my J-E-T-S, JETS, JETS, JETS BASEBALL CAP ON MY HEAD IN VICTORY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! AT LEAST FOR NOW ... But I wore my Barbaro cap earlier today!!! I have a cap for everything!! BUT NO TAM!!! Sign and tears!

Good Night Barbaro~

May you lay your head down on the straw and peacefully fall to sleep. Dream of running in green pastures and enjoying the wind in your face.

May all of the MO horses and the horses @ MHR have a restful night too. You are our SPECIAL
miracles and we will always be here for you and your caregivers..Sweet dreams to you all.

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Tam, beret, fedora (that would be cute) - I think Barbaro is perfect the way he is. I don't want anything to cover up those expressive ears, intelligent eyes or handsome face.

I love you Barbaro, you are perfect in every way

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Don't mean to intrude, but LINDA H., DENVER, you're Italian??!! Me, too! Hugs! And, George Clooney fan, too! Lee Horsley, too, though haven't seen much of him lately . . . .
Where are Auntie Sally and Pammie? Smile.
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FEDORA IS IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Whenever I think "Fedora" I think of "Ol' Blue Eyes Sinatra" ... and I melt. When I think of "Fedora" I think of Don Vito Corleone in "The Godfather" and I think of power.. When I think of "Fedora", I think of Michael Corleone in "The Godfather" and I think of determination and strength. When I think of "Fedora", I look at the small framed picture right in front of me ... me and my father in a very handsome "Fedora" and I melt.

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Don't mean to intrude, but LINDA H., DENVER, you're Italian??!! Me, too! Hugs! And, George Clooney fan, too! Lee Horsley, too, though haven't seen much of him lately . . . .
Where are Auntie Sally and Pammie? Smile.
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Posted by: Lou Ann, Pennsylvania at October 16, 2006 12:45 AM

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Lou Ann ... ME TOO!! Italian AND a George Clooney Fan AND a Father who has the very same birth date as George AND LINDA .... May 6th!!

Welcome to this very small club who will embrace all others who want to come in!!

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Oh Linnie, GREAT fedora post! Thanks!
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Good Night, Barbaro! Sweet dreams and positive healing energies. I have one of your handsome photos framed and under the watchful loving gaze of Our Lady. Scratchies, hugs, and snuggles, Lou Ann

Good Night Barbaro !

Love and hugs to you handsome boy !

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LOVE LEE HORSELY - haven't seen him in years - now he gave me the non menopausal sweats!!

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Thank you, Linnie!! I can hear the background music playing from The Godfather, and I send you a hug!
I like Barbaro just as is, too, with his beautiful bangs, those lovely ears, and those eyes just draw me in; but Dr. R might look pretty snazzy in a fedora!
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Sally, tee hee back to you - smile!! I need to go step outside now in this frosty PA autumn night air for the same reason!! Sweet dreams tonight, Sally!!
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I posted a comment at the Wash. Post that questioned if C. Stenholm told the people in Eur. & Asia about
the worm medicines, antibiotics, and other medicines
that the horses are given for many years. I questioned the safety of it , and said although I
was not medically trained , my opinion was that the
tissues would have these substances in them and be dangerous. If we could get this line of thought out to these countries, it might affect demand a little.

Good night to all, and Barbaro , you've completed another week of excellent healing.
A big brown neck hug to you and I will be waiting for ACN in the morning. God bless.

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All-Lee Horsely is too FINE! George Clooney was too FINE in "From Dusk Til Dawn" w/fake tattoos YUM!!

BARBARELLA is THE perfect name for our boy and Gorella's filly foal! Do ya'll remember the movie with Jane Fonda? Just a silly sci-fi from 60's. When my mom was alive, we would try and catch it so we could get a really good laugh. Hilarious movie, but excellent name for our "wunderkind" wish filly!!

Marky-thanks for thinking of me,sweetie! I hate when the weather here changes--allergies create migraines from Hades!!

I'm always so thankful for the ACD for Barbaro! Praise God!

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CAROL, I checked out the tbfriends website. What wonderful people they are. Thanks for the post, I enjoyed the visit.

LINDA H Good luck to you this week, you are in my prayers.

Dear Lord, please bless all who are ill or suffering and have mercy on the defenseless. Guide our actions and give us strength and wisdom to do your will. Amen

Goodnight everyone, I'll check back tomorrow.

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I SAW "FEDORA" and thought ya'll were calling me! I was skimming too fast and furious, and then realized it was tams, and fedoras--ok...LOL too cute

Sweet dreams, Barbaro, you beautiful champion. Lit a candle for you today in church. I'm praying for you morning, noon and night baby.

A peaceful night to you, and all who love you.

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Dora, think Sinatra & fedora, I hope we've helped your migraine go far far away! Smile!
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Does anyone have "Turner South" now known as "Sportsouth"? Do you know if TV-G will still air it's horseracing programming on there or not? I have only seen football, hockey and regular basic sports, not speaking of racing at all-except Nascar. I guess only ESPN will carry it now, on my cable provider.

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One of the reasons I brought up fedora is because the name Barbaro is Italian! We can definitely put holes for his ears and his forelock will certainly show. I majored in costume design in grad. school, so I could get carried away with this!

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BONNIE - you are really making me smile! Thank you!
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Lou Ann-That is the perfect description, I can see Sinatra in it now. Perfect! I think I will be smiling all night thinking of our boy and imagining him with Gorella, singing "Strangers In The Night" LOL

I thought that the name Barbaro was Portugese, and translated into- barbarian?

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. We hold the vision of your wholeness - you are perfect and complete - in vibrant good health.

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

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Not a Sinatra fan here, sorry, but I could go with Neil Young singing "Harvest Moon", come dance in the moonlight.......

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I wish I knew Italian. I also have Italian in my ethnic background, along with Dutch, Native American, and a Heinz 57 mix of countless others I do not know.(I reckon I am just a little mutt) LOL

BARBARO,Iovehugs dear one....so happy another good day!!!

Great reports from Fair HiII..

IOved the articIe on Barbaro and Mrs J.....

Great on the MO HORSES!

NPR,Iink to the Federation of BIack Cowboys...
go to urI,downIoad fiIe to save...then open in REAI audio..it took me awhiIe to get this..GOOD TAPE..heIps you understand what the FEDERATION of BIACK COWBOYS...are doing for the kids of NY City...exceIIent....(it was hard to get the fiIe,but I FinaIIy did,recorded it,so can give an update if needed.

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=935664

Iinks to ROMEO-horse kiIIed in accident,pics and more about this fine organization by Martita in the forum...
http://forums.delphiforums.com/timwoolley/messages?msg=1862.1
CORRECT ADDRESS IS IiSTED in this post!! THANK YOU!

Jo,SaIIy,anyone hear what happened to Jennys on Radio?...

IOVE YOU BARBARO,cried when I read your articIe about you and your dear 'MOM'....xxxooo

Iove to aII,Iove to Barbaro!!

Iinda a in oregon
raining of course

CANDLE ALERT - THEY ARE BELOW 1000 FOR OUR BARBARO.

Good Night Sweet Barbaro
Grow Hoof Grow
Heal Leg Heal

Good Night to Alex and All

Prayers to All in Need

Linda - she was scratched - don't know why - but there were about 6 horses scratched for that particular race.

Goodnight beautiful Barbaro.

BELIEVE IN MIRACLES
BELIEVE IN BARBARO

Lindann

Goodnight sweet Barbaro! Off to light candles and say some prayers for all those in need.
Keep growing that hoof and keep on having those comfortable days! Prayers coming your way...
Go Barbaro Go!

Nancy in Va Beach :)

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I am praying for good news for Linda H. Tuesday!!

Mike Rea & family-Be strong, you are stronger than you know!I wish you luck going home!

Erin Brennan-Hope that you are feeling bright and chipper, sweetie!

Bdude,Cahill,Rockett,Zeke,Felix-Frisky, Frisky Frisky!!

Jeanette C.-hope Kylie is getting better day by day!

Still so sad over the loss of Daisy and China Cat-I pray for you brave kitties to reach Rainbow Bridge and meet my Sweetness and Boo-Boo. You will all love each other!
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BARBARO-BIG OLE BOY--YOU ARE REACHING THE GOALS EVERY DAY!! YOU ARE EXCEEDING ALL OUR EXPECTATIONS AND GETTING TO GRAZE AND GO OUTSIDE, AND BE ALMOST NORMAL. I PRAY YOU NEVER MISS WHAT YOU USED TO DO, AND YOU FEEL SATISFIED WITH YOUR NEW AND INSPIRING LIFE AHEAD OF YOU. (METHINKS WE HAVE FOUND THE PERFECT LITTLE GAL FOR YA! HER NAME IS GORELLA, AND SHE IS A BEAUTY!!) YOU ARE SUCH A GREAT BIG OLE PRETTY THING, AND SHE IS A LITTLE PRETTY THING, SO DAINTY, LITTLE FEET-PRECIOUS!!!SLEEP WELL MY BOY, I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH!!!

rlmbmeyer,

I am so sorry about your furry babies. You've come to the right place--we love animals and we understand and listen! Hope your dog recovers.

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OMG the Paisans are out tonight!
Must be a full moon

And Linnie - don't forget May 6th was Derby Day!

Cindy - thank you

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OMG, you guys are a trip tonight. Love the "connections". First we start with arranged marriages, then move on to dancing, then somehow bring it all together in hats (and just what a Scot does wear under that kilt). Linnie, you are really on a roll! Don't think I've ever seen you this funny!!!

As for the fedora, though. Forget it guys! He'd eat it! How about ear muffs?

The Bo Derek article in the Washington Post got the most response of all their articles. This is great.....maybe they will follow up and do a more responsible article next time!!!

This got the issue out there but certainly did no justice to the facts.

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Dora and the rest of my FOB family

I now have 10 pages of love to take with me
Thank you all!

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Linda H. Make that one more tiny one. Have been thinking about you so much. Your doctor's waiting room is going to be very crowded with FOB spirits on Tuesday. Hope all turns out well for you. XXXOOO

Linda H

We'll all be waiting to hear from you on Tuesday. This little community is the best support group in the world!! And we'll be sending lots of good thoughts and prayers your way.

Sorry, if this was posted already but I thought this was a good article about Barbaro and some wonderful quotes from Mr. Jackson:

Quote:
"So many positives have come out of all this," said Jackson, who owns Barbaro in partnership with his wife, Gretchen. "If Barbaro had gone on to win the Triple Crown, would there have been more positives? I don't know, but I don't think so."

Daphne and Pee

Carol,

I just went to the TB Rescue website you referenced above. I remember the Woodland fires, and was aware 500 sheep had been lost, either burned or euthanized. I did not know about the TB rescue ranch, but of course that is rural land and many people suffered. However, Joe is not in it for the profit, and I could not hold the tears reading his story, both of the fire, but more importantly his going onto a semi bound for the slaughterhouse, and the fact that the driver tells him HE CAN HAVE THEM ALL FOR $4,000!!! How cheap life??? He can only afford one starving 5 year old gelding, and doesn't dare look at the others... CAN anyone not rage and cry?

One minute, I feel good about Stephanie's rescues, and then I read this...

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OMG the Paisans are out tonight!
Must be a full moon

And Linnie - don't forget May 6th was Derby Day!

Cindy - thank you

Posted by: Linda H in Denver at October 16, 2006 1:41 AM

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EXACTLY!!! MAY 6 WAS DERBY DAY!! I am so 'knackered' right now ... any UK people on board to interpret this? I am GONZO!!\

Bobby in a Fedora!!!!!!!! Died and went to ALL HEAVEN!! He needs to be IN CHARGE ... just like the Godfather!! Bobby is the HEAD HORSE HONCHO ....bar none!! And since his name is Barbar-O .... ending in a vowel ... that makes him either an Italiano or a Paisano or a Cubano or a Mexicano or a Puerto Rican-O or ... any one of a number of "Mediterranean/Hispanic" deriviations. Whatever ... Bobby in a Fedora IS IT!!!

Now ... someone "TAKE THAT PICTURE, PLEASE!!"

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Linda H,

Me, too. I ditto everything else here. You have been in my thoughts, and I will be with you on Tuesday.

BARBARO,nitey nite you 'oh what a IOVE you'!!!!!!

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Linda - she was scratched - don't know why - but there were about 6 horses scratched for that particular race.

Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 16, 2006 1:33 AM

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###Iinda H...PRAYING for you for Tuesday..what a great idea...printing out aII the Iuvvies for you....Iucky you,sitting by Martitas' pot-beIIied stove,irish shawI,sIippers.......drinking tea.......
God bIess you,Iooking forward to news TUESDAY!!!!xxxooo

###MIKE R...read that great update.....oh wow...going home.....bIess your heart...YOU ARE in my prayers every day!!

###KyIie,so happy she is better! Jeannette,I Iove your posts..

###DAVID IETEII...your Showing Up post was amazing..I am going to have to get 'J CARSON BIack' on 'your case'!!! What a mystery!!!!!

Great bIog by J CARSON,on BARBARO-BARBARA..had a good Iaugh after crying over MRS JACKSON!!

HEY BARB (sabina caIIing!).....I printed a bunch of your fabuIous pics Friday,and I had to be very very carefuI,not to Iet my tears faII on the pages...

IovetoBarbro,xxxooo
Iinda,a,oregon

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BARBARELLA is THE perfect name for our boy and Gorella's filly foal! Do ya'll remember the movie with Jane Fonda? Just a silly sci-fi from 60's. When my mom was alive, we would try and catch it so we could get a really good laugh. Hilarious movie, but excellent name for our "wunderkind" wish filly!!

Marky-thanks for thinking of me,sweetie! I hate when the weather here changes--allergies create migraines from Hades!!

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That was my whole point when I posted BarbarELLA hours ago ... and I even said "Don't We know that name from somewhere?" referring to the movie with Jane Fonda.

But, it doesn't matter .... we are all on the same page here.

Linda - my thoughts and prayers will be with you Tuesday!

XXOO

Knackered means tired...I think...

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Linnie! I loved your description of DWTS! You could be a publicist for that show....my goodness, how could I NOT watch now!

Linda H., thinking of you and praying for a good outcome.

To everyone, get a good nights sleep and wake up prepared to make as many calls as possible and get as many people as you can to help with the calls. Ask them, "can you take just a minute out of your day to make just one call?" When they see how easy it is, gently request one more.

Good night all and take care.

I guess I am keeper of the candles. (I've had WORSE jobs!) Please light some before you go to bed. We are low. Thanks.

www.gratefulness.org

Barbaro, Ima, Alibi, Cloud, Misty, Sara, Lucy, Rosie and flexan haired girl, snuggle in your straw tonight, grab your blankies and stretch out. Have happy healing horsie dreams. Tomorrow will be a good day for all of us. I love you all SOOOOO much. XXOO and SCRATCHIES.

Aunty and Mommie Sally

Alex,

I do not know if this email will reach you, but I hope so. I want to alert you to a magnificent article on Barbaro that ran today (Sunday the 15th) in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. The author, Gary West, wrote the most comprehensive and sympathetic chronicle of the phenomenon we know as Barbaro. It's a must read for all who love him. The author can be reached at "gwest@star-telegram.com"

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Shelly in CA
Can you help with tbfriends.com, I just went to the website and I'm not finding the info on the slaughter truck pulling up. Can you tell me where I need to look???

Believe in Barbaro

Hello Barbaro,

I hope today was fun for you and that you were able to get outside and graze with a friend.

It's time to tuck you in for the night Honey. Remember, dream only sweet dreams Barbaro. Love surrounds you and happens because of you Barbaro. You are inpiring!

Close your eyes Sweetie. Close your eyes and dream. I'll be here in the morning. I love you so much. Good night. XXOO

Linda H,

I'm so happy you are surrounded by all these FOB friends with their compassion and concern. How lucky we all are. You are in our prayers for a positive day on Tuesday... in the meantime, Mondays aren't known for being the best day of the week, but I hope you have a better than average day - maybe some new jokes, a piece of warm apple pie? Do something for yourself, we've got your back.

Love and hugs...

Good evening Alex and FOBs

Loved that Indian Charlie blurb...now THAT I'd watch! *LOL*...that interview with Mrs. Jackson was great!..She's such a wonderful person and she loves Barbaro so much.

Hey Barbaro sweetie! Did you think I'd forgotten to say goodnight to you? Nahhhh, never happen, babycakes!...you had ACN!! and I hope you will have another one tonite. Keep on keeping on, our champ! Now it's time to tuck you in, fluff the bedding, turn on the nite lite, and whisper a lullabye in those beautiful ears. Have a good sleep, sweet prince, with lots of lovely dreams. I'll be in to check on you in the morning. Hugs and smooochies!

G'nite Foggy

Good evening, Champ:
Have ACN! Talk to you tomorrow!
Just read some of the comments on the Bo Derek article. It never ceases to amaze me how cruel people can be. I get a little down, quite frustrated. Sad that we are capable of such thoughts. These are the same type "people" who sent nasty letters to Dr. Dean! I know this: reading the comments on this site and on the chat boards, I am very proud to be a member of Fans Of Barbaro! This is where good people come!
Love to you Barbaro and all FOB's.
Daryl

Karen W, and others interested:

The blog of Joe's where he relates the fact that he cannot attend the KB auctions anymore because he has been threatened, but a sympathetic(?) truck driver brought his loaded truck by and offered him the horses for $4,000 is found here:

The full post including this reference and information about their fire is from one of the FOB's knowledgeable about the rescue ranch. Her post is found in the Forum under the Horse Rescue Issues topic, and the title is CA Horse Rescue. It is the first message under that title.

Blessed evening to you, Sweet Barbaro-Keep on doing what you're doing & keep getting better. We speak of you all the time & pray for your continually. It's a very chilly night but surely you are snug in your straw. Have a comfy night & we send you love & nuzzles.
Cheryl, Brad, Grandma, Andy, and all the four-legged kids XXOO

D'Anne in NC-Re: Your Comment.....
Night Alex and family...
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Night Monsieur Jackson..... Je vous saime ma cheri.
You sure look cute in your black tam.XXXXOOOO

Tomorrow I will email Shiloh Horse Rescue in NV AGAIN and try to get a response...so far nothing from them regarding my last email reguesting their support and to "nudge" gently the Senators of NV on the horse slaughter bill.

Posted by: D'Anne in NC at October 15, 2006 10:50 PM
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You may not know this but Shiloh Rescue has been involved in the Anti-Slaughter movement for years. They have gone to Washington numerous times to lobby both the Congress and the Senate to pass the bill.
Unless YOU personally or your group are planning to go to Washington to lobby, the Anti-Slaughter movement will be best served by all of us who are not physically going to Washinton to keep at it on our own front. Continue to fax and call your Senators and Congressmen and the like.
Leave the big movements to the big guns.

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Linda H.,

You're in my prayers and I think about you often.
I hope that you're finding comfort and support both on and off this board.

Take care. Be well.

Bobby
Glad to hear you had a good day. I pray daily that God will continue your miraculous healing. You have touched so many people and effected so many lives, you will never know; but I do know your feel all the love so many have for you. Sleep well magnificent horse. I pray believing and expecting there will be continued good reports for you tomorrow.

Evening loyal Barbaro fans ~~~ great news from ALEX; BARBARO continues to amaze. Just caught up on all events/ races, etc. Loved the Daily Local article with Mrs. Jackson. BARBARO has brought God to us all and God is healing BARBARO because he's such a Champion.

PRAY FOR BARBARO AND ALL THOSE WHO LOVE AND ARE FOR HIM.

PRAY FOR ALL CREATURES, great & small.

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Shelley in CA,
Thank you for that info! Have a good evening!

Believe in Barbaro

Linnie and all who are watching DWTS; I saw on one show where they were showing the celebrities learning to dance, and they showed Emmitt with his partner, and they were saying that since he is used to taking orders, he was all well and good to step back and let the lady take the lead LOL!!! I love Emmitt!!!

SHelley thank you so much for the site. I dont understand fully why he was banned. So what he took pictures? They just dont want people to know what is going on.

Good night Barbaro.

Good night extended cyber family.

Don't forget your candles, and Love to ALL.

Bobby's candles are hovering right around 1000...let's light 'em up and keep the momentum going!!

Speaking of candles, I'm putting out a Posse APB on DEE FROM DENVER and LILLIAN "PRAISE THE LORD AND PASS THE CARROTS" PETROFF.

LILLIAN,

I hope you and your mother are doing better, and hope we hear from you soon. I miss your humor!!

DEE,

Long time no hear! I miss your insights and spiritualism, and your stories of your trips to the shrine. Hope to hear from you, and hope all is well!!

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Susan,
I e'd Dee about a month ago, she was fine at that time...she has trouble with reading the comments because the font is so small...she also had company at that time...you know how it is, real life...L

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Thanks, Tracie! I was a bit worried.

Barbaro Family, have a look at the comment in the Post on the slaughter story now! We're kicking some heinie.

Bobby, my sweet Velvet Nosed, squealing, cow kissing love, time to tuck you in. You have completed ACW with flying manes and tails and silks! You are truly a wonder and an inspiration. So, sleep well, dream of a just and merciful world, and heal. Be careful getting up and down, and have ACN. I'll see you tomorrow for the start of another ACW!!

Good night, everyone.

Precious Barbaro - My brave one, my beauty, UNDEFEATED CHAMPION, my treasure from God I am so thankful you were comfortable yet again. Your mother Gretchen was interviewed - she is such a special lady. She loves you, Barbaro and believes in you. She believes in miracles, too. So does your wonderful father Roy. I am praying for your hoof to grow some more and your right hind leg to be strong and straight and for any L or infection to stay away. You and your parents deserve happiness and I am praying for that, too, and for any heartache to fade far away. I love you, Barbaro. Sleep warm and safe. I'll be waiting to hear all the good news about you tomorrow. XXXXs & 0000s

Thank you Alex for the article with Mrs. Jackson. I loved hearing about her spiritual side. We are always eager to know her thoughts, as well as Mr. Jackson's. I am so sorry for all the heartache and stress they have endured. They are beautiful, caring people. I am so thankful for their persistence. I believe in miracles, I believe in Barbaro.

Go to the forum under Horse Rescue Issues, to the thread "CA Rescue". This man Joe and his wife sound incredible. The KB comes to him with a trailer FULL of horses and says Joe can save them ALL for $4000. His place had just been burned out by the Woodland fires - all he had was enough money for 1 - only 1 horse to take off of that trailer. Please read that story.

Love, Light and Protection

NEWS from ALBANY NY: Tonight's Local News Channel 10 (ABC Affiliate) at 11 pm had a short feature story on a horse rescue group in Chatham, NY and the newscaster mentioned the horse slaughter legislation that needs to pass the Senate this session. Nice surprise!

Don't you think they should have a blind date first? Who's gonna give the bride away, Dr. Dean? Will she be holding a bouquet of carrots and stud muffins? You could do worse than Gorella, Bobby boy. Another reason for you to get well!! Keep those ACN's coming for your loving fans. Love you lots. Do you know your dreamy vet's gonna be on TV w/o you, holding on to a 2-legged dancing girl? Now don't be jealous!

Peggy in Ohio

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LINNIE-Your name BarbarELLA is SOOOOO PURRRRFECT! I meant to give you proper credit, but forgot who posted it! Exquisite, mah Dear! Thanks

Thank you, Mary S, for more encouragement for everyone to check the CA Rescue thread under the Horse Rescue topics in the Forum. I was just horrified... for anyone to be in that situation and have only money enough for one horse - as he said, it is hard to sleep with those images. He sounds, as many rescue people must, compassionate and yet pragmatic. Witness his treatment of the young woman with him... what can you say ? My evening was absolutely a mess after reading that report. I hope it gets widespread distribution.

Good night sweet, precious Barbaro. I hope you have a comfortable and relaxing night. You just keep healing and growing stronger. You're in my thoughts, my prayers, my heart. I love you Barbaro.

The miracles continues.

After posting my comments to the Washington Post, I had to come back to thank everyone for the hard work that is being done here...

And thank you, our Big Barbaro, Champion of my Heart, and Fog, Keeper of my Dreams. You are my inspiration and leaders to the light. I feel your necks, your warm breath, your spirits, your passion. Good night.

Good morning, Barbaro...my sweet baboo and Wonder-horse. Back to work this morning so I'll be expecting to see ACN when I get home at lunchtime!

Good Monday morning, everyone! (or maybe goodnight?) :-)

Dark, damp and dreary here and rain all week has been forecast. What joy!!