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Jo thanks :)

will be watching the races between my fingers!

Ro & Brady

Posted by: Rosemarie at November 4, 2006 1:40 PM

Good Morning Bobby, Our Miracle Boy.....today should have been your crowning glory day, but you have come to mean so much more than an undefeated Champion......Big Congrats to Tim and RedAspen, just saw the picture (beautiful) so happy for you. Godspeed to all the horses running today, may they all come home safe. I am very excited about watching all of the races, but especially the Classic.

Thanks, Alex! Isn't she a pretty girl? :-)

Good Morning Sweetheart! The sun is shining bright in Kentucky this morning. Hope it is in Kennett Square also. While the racing world is fixated on Churchill this afternoon, the hearts of the racing world are with you at New Bolton. Be strong and courageous, you're winning the most important race of all. No matter who wins today, their victory will pale in comparision to the victory you are winning.

Love you and talk to you later.

Kim
Nicholasville, KY

Congratulations, Tim!

Alex, have a wonderful time in KY~

I'm so excited I can't sit still! May everyone come home safe and sound.

Congratulations to Tim and RedAspen!!! She wore the auspicious number 8 I see!! Cool! Lava Man has it in the classic I think?
God speed to all the horses running today, may they run a good and safe race. (We don't have cable, so will wait to see the results.)

Have a good bath day Barbaro! Enjoy your day and get lots of extra hugs and scratchies. Everyone is thinking of you today. . . take care everyone.

### Are my eyes playing tricks ? Was reading most recent posts - there was mention of Bernardini being scratched - the board changed - and the posts are gone ! Updates anyone ?

Sherry - Arizona

For fun I am posting my Picks for the Breeders' Cup, greatest racing to date knowing Bobby would have left them in the dust!
Steve?s Picks for Breeders? Cup 2006

RACE #3
Juvenile Fillies
Win pick: Dreaming of Anna, why? Speed off the wall
Value picks: #12, #10

Race #4
Juvenile Colts
Win pick: Principles Secret, why? Grade two stakes win, improving speed
Value picks; #7, #9

Race #5
Turf 3 years and up Girls
Win pick: Ouija Board, why? Consistent top form
Value picks: #7, #10

Race #6
BCSprint-G1
Win pick: Henny Hughes, why? This horse is the class in the race, has run iin better races
Value picks: #6, #1

Race #7
Mile Turf
Win pick: Librettist, why? Specialist in mile, Euro horse
Value picks: #7, #6

Race #8
Distaff
Win pick: Pine Island, why? 6 races 4 G1?s always in the money
Value picks: #7, #6

Race #9
1 ? miles Turf
Win pick: Hurricane Ron, why? Likes distance, Euro horse
Value picks; #4, #10

Race #10
Win pick: David Junior, why? Great Euro horse out of Pleasant Tap
Value picks: #11, #8

Barbaro, you are truly THE horse that America cares about. I think you are inspiring people to start caring about all the horses. I look forward to the day when both you and Bernardini and Bluegrass Cat and Giacomo and all the other great horses this year are in a retirement pasture, way past your stallion days, just enjoying life the way we all want to when we get old. You deserve it, as do all the horses, fast or slow, no matter what their purpose. Wouldn't it be cool to see Barbaro and Bernardini in a pasture together somewhere? Although maybe with two alpha horses, that may not work.

I, like most of you, wrote a response to the Star-Tribune, and I hope they are flooded with responses informing them of the truth, and are willing to publish an op-ed piece.

Alex, have a great time at the Breeders' Cup. I hope you are getting a lot of respect from your fellow horsemen and women. You deserve it.

Barbaro, it dropped to 20 degrees here in western Maryland this morning. I hope you are warm and comfy in your stall, and get out later to feel the sunshine. My dog Piper, a Gordon setter, loves this weather. She can run without getting too hot, and she doesn't have snow and ice to contend with.

Prayers for all humans and animals who need them, Erin, Linda H., Mike Rea, Avi, Rodni, Gift, Becky's golden, the Netherlands horses, and everyone else. I will be rooting for all the horses today; there are so many inspiring stories. I know they all can't win, but I hope someday horse racing gets the respect it deserves, and competitors are rewarded as well. I will also be rooting for Mr. Boxcar tomorrow, and yea for Redaspen yesterday.

I haven't had time to post lately, have been busy with my (very small) wedding, but I even managed to bring up Barbaro and the horse slaughter issue while talking with some of my guests. I think they got it.

Karen in MD

I was going to do my TVG, if it's not too late. But, I have Lava Man to win, Now I will go and do my TVG betting.

Morning Barbaro. Keep healing. We love you. Have agreat time Alex we will be watching. Thank you

Socorro...I tried to do mine earlier but the races weren't up. I hope I'm not too late. I'll try again now.

I agree with some of Steve's picks, but not all
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there was a really good article in today's new york times that even had a short paragraph on the friends of barbaro (yup, we've made it to the big times), i just tried to google the article to post it but couldn't find it....just a heads up in case anyone else can find it and post. it says that the jacksons won't be in louisville today to watch the races live.

Has anyone found out anything for sure about Bernardini running?

Alex -
Have a wonderful day!

I've asked the angels to watch over you and everyone at the Breeders Cup, especially the horses, that all will be safe today.

Barbaro-I'm praying for a little more hoof today and that you will be comfortable.

Jo
nice article...

For Barbaro, this is just another day by day

Wrote a response, and told him Barbaro and TWR site. Has me now working to pass the bill S1915. And I thanked him for the nice article too.

Congrats Tim!

cindy -- laura said that he was scratched this morning....

Everyone...I think Bernardini being scratched must be a mistake as it isn't shown anywhere else.

OMG - I sure hope Bernardini's ok...I think he is a beautiful horse of God's creation and poetry in motion when he runs...and I hold no resentment in my heart towards him that he has been successful while Barbaro has been hospitalized...because we all know that BIG BOSS HORSE has been successful in everything he has been asked to do (including recuperating calmly and consistently)!

BARBARO - Good morning, you gorgeous hunk! Snuggle in late this morning until it warms up - it's a chipper nipper day in southern CT! If you have any good tips on the Breeders' Cup races, how about sharing them with all your friends here - LOL! Have a restful, healing day and enjoy your bath!
BARBARO - CHAMPION OF MY HEART
Nancy

MY FERVENT PRAYER IS SAFE HOME FOR ALL BRAVE HORSES WHO PUT HOOVES TO TRACK AT THE BREEDERS' CUP AND AT ALL OTHER RACES THIS WEEKEND!

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FELIX - you and my Princess Maizie seem to be the senior citizens of our cat world here, and both struggling to survive. Maizie, Seamus and I send you our prayers and good wishes...I hope you are easier to medicate than the feisty Maizie.
Your friends in CT

Posted by: Nancy in CT at November 4, 2006 1:26 PM

CONGRATULATIONS TO TIM WOOLLEY AND REDASPEN, and special thanks to Tim for hosting us! Redaspen is just gorgeous...and quite successful, I see!
Brava to your beauty!
Nancy

Nice snippet on Redaspen - boy, she's a gorgeous color, isn't she? She's having a nice career, by the looks of it as well....you go, girl!

Peg

HRTV will start Breeders Cup coverage in 30 mins. It'll probably be interesting and informative.

We were at the Meadowlands last night and watched RedAspen run an tremendous race. We even had some nice money on RedAspen. Congrats guys! We love Barbaro!!

I know that we're all going to be pretty wrapped up in the Breeders' Cup today but here are some other races of interest...

DELAWARE

Race 3...11.39am
Creve Coeur (Graham Motion)
Crafty Tricker (Steve Klesaris owned/trained)

Race 7...2.10pm
Sense of Class (Michael Matz)

Race 8...2.50pm
Michael's Doll (Michael Matz)
Baby Games (Steve Klesaris)
The Holy One (Steve Klesaris owned/trained)

AQUEDUCT

Race 2...12.12pm
Blue Sky God (Barclay Tagg)

Teammate, Afrashad and Woodlander are also running.

Good luck, safe race and journey home to ALL horses running today!

Tim and Alex -

Congratulations on your win with REDASPEN! Not only are we 'FANS OF BARBARO,' but we are also 'FANS OF TWR.'

JO (UK) -

I agree with you, there has to be some kind of mistake. I have been trying to check all major sites, NTRA, CNN, Yahoo. If he has been scratched hopefully it won't be because he is injured.

I would like to see Bernardini win so that he can really enjoy a win and be respected, but then you have so many great guys out there. I feel Lava Man will win, but then there's Gorgeous George (sentimental and just plain like the guy), some feel Giacomo will be the big upset. HELP!!!

Boy, glad I'm not betting real money.

All in all, as long as none of the horses are injured that alone is a win itself.

Pictures of the Netherlands horse rescue at
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/in_pictures/6114596.stm

Hi, Barbaro - will be at the vigil for you tonight at 7 PM. Meanwhile keep growing that hoof!

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Hi Nancy in CT! How is Maizie? I think of you and Maizie and hope you are both well.

Congrats to Tim and Redaspen!!!! Great win for you both. She payed a mighty hefty return too!!
So happy for you, Tim!!

Everyone enjoy the races today. Do you think they will have some sort of Barbaro coverage? Has anyone heard anything about it?

Praying for a safe passage for all who run today.

And to the Big Boss Man; Keep running your race, Barbaro. You're winning!!! Enjoy your bath today and know you are loved.

Have a great day all...enjoy the races.

Morning, Barbaro! Time to rise and shine, maybe get out to graze and see Mocha. By the way, Big Guy, I am not disappointed that you're not at Breeder's Cup today...God has a bigger plan for you and the race you're running now is more important than any race on a Saturday could be. The legacy you're building now is so much more...I'm just so thankful that you're with us and thriving. These past 5 months you've shown the world what the spirit and courage of a true champion really is, we are so proud of you. Thank God for the blessings on Barbaro and continue to bless him with continued healing.

Foggy, you taught us more important lessons too, about courage and spirit..

God bless all the horses and riders in the Breeder's Cup today. Please bring them from start to finish safe and sound.

God bless Linda H, Jeff, BDude, Sooner, Cahill, Felix, Darlin, Foggy, Star, Opie, Gifted Colors, Avi, Sunny, Pio, Dilly, BG, Lucky, Princess Woody and all who need God's care today.

Have a great Breeder's Cup day everyone!

HAY, HAY HAY EVERYONE!!!

I AM SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO PUMPED FOR THE BREEDERS' CUP TODAY! I could barely sleep all night thinking about getting psyched and ready for ALL of the action! Jo UK I thought of you, especially because I KNOW how much you're looking forward to this day. Good Luck to you and "Gorgeous George" in The Classic!!!

And Jo, to answer your question about Redaspen or Red Aspen, I just did a "search" and Equibase is showing it as one word; i.e. "Redaspen!!"

AND THAT BRINGS ME TO MY NEXT CHAPTER!!!

CONGRATS TO TIM AND REDASPEN FOR THEIR GREAT WIN YESTERDAY! THINGS ARE LOOKING VERY VERY GOOD!!!
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I was out to dinner last night and when I returned home quite late GUESS WHAT WAS SITTING OUTSIDE MY DOOR??? A rather large box and INSIDE there HE WAS ... not even the least bit disturbed that he (A Had to wait in his "stall" all those hours outside without being able to graze and B) that it took so long for me to "free his soul" from the darkness!!!

SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO ... right on cue ... Breeders Cup Day, I have my Barbaro right here ... is this an omen or what for The Classic? That 14th empty gate will have The Spirit of Barbaro racing, and I firmly believe that whichever horse wins this race will do so because it will be Bobby's choice and energy that dictates the win. So, if Bernardini wins The Classic, it will be my belief that Barbaro's positive energy and spirit will be the driving force behind it ... BUT ... if another horse should win, then that will also be because of Bobby's personal choice and the 'vibes' that he sends to "that" horse. Crazy? Maybe so but I truly believe that Barbaro will have a very strong and significant effect on the winner of The Classic today ...
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QUESTION ABOUT BREYER BARBARO ... This is my first Breyer model so I've never seen the "packaging" before and it's impressive and beautiful ... BUT ... Bobby is still in a box encased with a cellophane/plastic window ... he's not "free", he's "boxed in" ...

So, have most of you left him displayed inside the box or have you taken him out and let him roam and keep the box in a closet somewhere? This is really important to me because I don't know what one does with a Breyer model in such an impressive box with name and all and the COA on the back of the box. So, please enlighten me on this, FOBs!!
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YESTERDAY, I went to the Breeders Countdown site and I looked over all of the races so that I would be somewhat literate today, and I also wanted to have some incentive for rooting for certain horses; i.e.if they are connected either to the Jacksons, Michael, Graham Motion, which mounts Edgar has and my own personal choices based on other criteria. So here's what I came away with:

In the Juvenile "boys", 1/16 on dirt, my first choice is "Principle Secret" because of bloodlines traced back to Secretariat, so that was a "no brainer" for me. But Edgar is up on King of the Roxy, so I can root for him, too, just in case.

In the Filly/Mary Turf at 1 3/8, of course, I will read for Graham Motion'd "Film Maker" with Edgar up. But I will also be excited to watch the favorite Ouija Board and also Wait A While and Honey Ryder since they seem to have the best odds going into this race, and it should be a good one!!

In the Sprint - 6F on dirt, of course, everyone's eyes will be on Henny Hughes 2-1 BUT I've been hearing lots of stuff on Bordonaro at 3-1 and that he just might overtake Henny in this race, so it will be a great match-up between these two sprinters. And, Edgar is up on "Nightmare Affair" at 30-1 so it will be fun to see if a longshot can come "in the money" with a great ride from Prado.

In the "Mile" on Turf ... my heart and soul will be with "Gorella" at 4-1 since she's not afraid to "run with the bulls" ... oops I mean "boys". But Aragorn is the strong favorite among the fellas so I'll enjoy watching him BUT Edgar is up on "Badge of Silver" at 12-1 so that will be a sentimental favorite for me also to watch.

In the "Distaff", 1 1/8 on Dirt ... OF COURSE it will be Michael's "ROUND POND" with Edgar up ...BUT it will be exciting to watch the heavy favorite "Fleet Indian" ... Hopefully, Round Pond will score a MAJOR upset victory for Michael today!!!

In the John Deere Turf, 1 1/2 and the longest race of the day, Edgar is riding one of the favorites, Cacique, so that's my choice, too, but I've got a bit of a personal stake in "Scorpion" because I R ONE!!! So we'll see if his "stinger" will render the others helpless. Hurricane Run is another favorite at 3-1 as is English Channel at 7-2, so it will be fun to watch all of this action ... AND Graham Motion's "Better Talk Now" will have the lucky #8 position coming out of the gate!!

AND NOW FOR THE REAL 'SPORT OF KINGS' RACE ... THE CLASSIC, 1 1/4 on Dirt ... what tangled webs we can weave around this one, eh?

Edgar's up on Premium Tap at 30-1
Jackson-owned Perfect Drift, the "old man" of the field is running at 20-1
Sun King has a good chance at 15-1
And we have the likes of Lawyer Ron, David Junior, Brother Derek, Flower Alley and let's not forget Giacomo, among this very impressive fraternity ...

AND THEN, AND THEN ... The "Field of Dreams Team" of this Main Event and this is where all eyes will be fixed ... It reads like a Heavyweight Championship Boxing Match with NO undercard ... it's the Yankees "Murderer's Row" of the 40s ... it's the 1980 US Olympic Team, The Ryder Cup, The Stanley Cup and the Super Bowl team of champions, nostrils flared, manes flying in the win, tails whipped into an outstretched frenzy and steam pouring off their glistening coats ...

THE PRETENDERS TO THE CROWN ...

BERNARDINI ... Can he prove, once and for all, that he is, indeed, 3 year old champion or Horse of the Year? If he wins today, he will silence all naysayers and doubters. But does he have enough to take it all from the Contenders:

GEORGE WASHINGTON ... the fastest miler in the world on grass ... can he step up to the plate today, kick the dirt and go the 1 1/4 distance?

INVASOR ... at 5-1 with a most impressive record, can he beat Lava Man and the rest of the field to prove that he is the best horse in The Classic today?

LAVA MAN ... the West Coast Wonder at 6-1 who's got a string of impressive victories behind him ... 6 ... but can his blue-collar background increase his good fortune and do it on the East Coast at Churchill and beat blue-blooded Bernardini to take the coveted prize back home to California?

And what about "THE PRESENCE OF GREATNESS" ... the INTANGIBLES ... THE BARBARO EFFECT ...How much will his spirit affect the outcome of this race? How many thousands of people sitting in the stands and clubhouse today will be thinking "What If?" and how many people's hearts and souls will STILL be thinking of Barbaro winning the biggest race of distance and stamina of his or anyone else's lifetime and feel his absence in the starting gate at 5:20 PM today? And how will that energy impact which horse crosses the finish line?

If everyone's hearts are still with Barbaro, will they want Bernardini to win this race? Well, if you hold out any hope that "Horse of the Year" honors could STILL go to Barbaro for reasons that far surpass what he did on the racetracks, then "Yes" you would want Bernardini to win The Classic and be crowned "3 year old Champion". Why? Because, if by some quirk of fate, neither Lava Man nor Invasor comes in an impressive second, then that leaves the door wide open for "Horse of the Year" to be contested. Maybe this would be the best scenario for Bobby to win "Horse of the Year" once the 3 year old prize was off the table and firmly implanted on Bernardini's mantle, and it would be deserving for certain.

But "Horse of the Year" ... that's the real prize that we need to keep our eyes on ... Can Barbaro's race, the one he's been running AFTER the Preakness, finally bring him across the Finish Line and into The Winner's Circle after all?

Are we truly "Being In The Presence of Greatness?" And if that IS the personal truth of everyone watching this race today and feeling the spirit and energy of Barbaro swirling, captivating and mesmerizing all around them - even IN and BECAUSE of his absence - then this Giant Shadow that he casts can not and will not be overshadowed, overlooked or neglected by anything or anyone else today.

KEEP OUR EYES ON "THAT" PRIZE ...

Wondering how Gifted Colors is doing? Did a search on the board and didn't see an update. Has anyone seen anything.

Socorro...I understand what you mean about Bernardini. It would put a stop to all the negative stuff about him. I didn't bother betting on him though because it's not worth it at 1/1 although he's in my top 3! I did cheat and bet on a few others to make up for it though...just in case it's not his day.

Congratulations Tim on Redaspen's win!!!

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Good morning beautiful boy. Hope you get to go out and graze today and treats await you after your bath. Your assignment is to follow Doc's orders and mend that toe and grow that hoof. You are forever a champion in the hearts of so many. Butterfly kisses to you, big fella!

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May the sun shine bright on that old Kentucky Home today. And may all horses go wire to wire safely and soundly.

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Alex, Mike Rea and all FOB's in Kentucky, have a great time!

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Continued healing LindaH.

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Best of Luck Michael and Round Pond!

To everyone, hope you enjoy this magnificent day at the races!!!!!!

Thanks, Linnie...I've always thought it was Redaspen but often see her called Red Aspen.

Anita...what happened to Gifted Colors?

From The Middle Of This Great Country This Half Wore Out Cowboy Wants To Wish All Of Barbaro's Angels A Very Happy And Safe Weekend. I Hope All That Are Involved In the Races This Weekend Have A Safe Run.

Our Hero Barbaro, You Have A Great Weekend And Have Some Dreams About Belly Deep Sweet Grass, All The Carrots And Apples You Would Ever Want And A Few Stud Muffins To Keep You Growing That Hoof And Getting Stronger. I Know You Are In Everyone's Thoughts On This Day.

God Bless Our Troops And Please Bring Them Home Safe To Their Families. Because Of Them We Are Able To Have This Weekend Where We Can Go To The Horse Races, Watch Our Favorite College Play Football And All Of The Other Things We In This Great Land I Believe Take For Granted.

Hola Barbaro Nation,

Dear FOB's I have been with family for a week and had no time for regular TWR updates. I had terrible withdrawals.

I see no update on our Champ, I am assuming that it's because Alex is at the cup right? Knowing Barbaro he is leaning back, TV on handicapping the race.

I hope you all are well,how are Linda H. Erin and Rachel?

I am getting ready for the cup: blinkers, cocktails, etc. IO cannot tell you all who I am rooting for because I will be killed.

May every horse run a safe race and return home healthy.

Good morning, Barbaro. This is BC day, yet one horse (you) means more to me than all of the races we will witness today.

Have a good day.

Diane

Jo (UK) - Yesterday Ruthie R posted this:

I'm not a regular "poster" on the site, but I do read almost every day. Now, I'm asking that you guys please say a prayer, light a candle, cross your fingers...whatever...for my mare, Gifted Colors (Gift). At present she is in a vet clinic in Aiken, SC and will undergo scoping today to see if she has ulcers. After sustaining an injury to her sesamoid ligment the end of April, she's been on stall rest/confinement to small paddock for the past 6 months. All was going ok until August, when she colicked, and then colicked again in Sept. and just last weekend. The vets can't figure out what is wrong. They've thought impaction, but most times she is extremely distended and has displaced a couple of times. She's pulled through with the help of fluid therapy and drugs to move her gut but this last time, I picked her up on Tuesday and by the next morning, she was lying down, in pain again. One vet is afraid that her cecum isn't working as it should, that the pacemakers are out of whack, which wouldn't be a good thing. I've changed her hay, I make "soup" out of her grain, I've given her ulcer medicine for the past month. Wednesday was the first time she's been able to go out to her field in all this time. We'd hoped to get her back into some canter work first but because of all the colics, we've only progressed to the trot. However, it has become apparent that her digestive system is more important than her foot right now, so I let her out for a few hours, hoping that the movement/grazing would help. But it was later that day that she started being painful. This time, it didn't go into a full blown colic like the times before so I'm hoping it was ulcers and not cecum issues. Anyway, please keep her in your thoughts today and over the weekend as the vets try to figure out what is going on with her. Thank you!

Posted by: Ruthie R at November 3, 2006 10:35 AM

In a later post Ruthie R said she was headed to the vet's. So now I'm worrying about what the outcome was of that. Will be adding Gifted Colors to my vigil tonight but I was wondering...

Cngratulations Tim Woolley and RedAspen on a very impressive win. Looking mighty good!!!!!!

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Linnie,
Whether you keep him in the box or not is up to you. Many collectors keep the horse in the box for monetary value. It is no longer pristine once out of the box. I buy Breyers only because of the particular horse. So my Secretariat is free to graze in his paddock in my stepback cupboard, as is Ruffian, Seabiscuit and now Barbaro. Seabiscuit has the same type of neat box. In the box you just can't see how really beautiful they are and they look more like a toy. That's just how I feel. Mine are free and look like they enjoy it.

In the end, it is how you feel that matters most, Linnie.

Good morning Barbaro and all FOBs

I'm just getting up to date on all of the posts I've read - but in response to that piece of uneducated, ignorant literary crap tribune article I have to respond.

First, how sad you felt the use of the words "nag", "out to pasture" and "eat a huge hunk of nelly" would be clever. You're so misguided I can't believe you even write for a living, much less find someone stupid enough to publish the crap you are writing.

Second, the use of the word "accusations" only shows that you know nothing of what you speak (or write). Read a newspaper - we don't make accusations - we respond to facts. So, 42 horses crammed into a double decker trailer getting into an accident doesn't mean "facts" to you. Maybe you were off that day - at a luncheon for the well, if it's there on may plate I might as well eat it society. The only thing larger than your ignorance seems to be your lack of humanity.

Third, don't flatter yourself or those europeans that like a "big ole plate of nelly" once in a while. We don't care what you "beings" eat - we just want to save American horses from sale, theft, cruelty and inhumane, unnecessary death. Let them do whatever they like with THEIR horses. We're trying to protect ours,

Fourth, what's next for you . . . humans come into this world as well as leave it without the ability to "fend for themselves". So will you now spend your days begging senators to support the idea that we simply kill our babies and our elderly since they can't take care of themselves?

Fifth, I, for one would like for you to experience first hand how slaughter is performed (meaning of course it would happen to you- not that you watch). That's one slaughterhouse video I WOULD watch. Just think of it, YOU would be shot in the head with the "bolt gun" once, just as you wrote. Then, have your throat slit, be strung up by one leg, decapitated and dismembered. Then you could fully appreciate having your "meat" prepared by Jean-Claude and eaten by Pierre.

Sixth, I'm sure you could have been more inhumane, uneducated, and ignorant in your article - I'm just not sure how.

Seventh, WATCH a horse slaugher video pal - that bolt gun is used at least 2 to 3 times and STILL some horses do not die before the slaughter.

Eighth, we have helpless, homeless, neglected, starving people in America too. Perhaps your next feature article willl be on how we should steal them, sell them for money to a slaughterhouse and add them to foreigh menus as well? You probably would enjoy a big juicy "hunk of homeless Billy" once in a while huh?

Ninth, shut up, just shut up. You are an ignorant, evil, malicious excuse for a human being. HOW DARE YOU JUDGE US - THOSE FIGHTING FOR THE WELFARE OF ANIMALS. Ever heard the word "humanity"? I know it's a lot of syllables and all, but you really should look that one up because if you think that the slaughter of horses is humane you're truly one of the most clueless people I've ever encountered. You are SERIOUSLY misguided.

Tenth - be careful - they steal, kill, dismember and eat jackasses too. YOU could be next on the menu. Talk about poetic justice. Shame on you, Shame on all of you,

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Well said Designgirl7. That's pretty straight forward stuff.

I hope your gram is resting comfortably and peacefully. I also hope you can catch a few of the races today to sort of unwind a little. Your gram is in my prayers.

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I am watching Electric Horseman with Robert Redford. What a nice way to start BC Day!!!

Designgirl7 - Right on! Someone has to say it...

Sorry guys, but the use of the words "can't fend for themselves", and "elderly" just really irritated me. Not just because of my Gram's final fight, but because that's just ignorant,

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Linnie,
Whether you keep him in the box or not is up to you. Many collectors keep the horse in the box for monetary value. It is no longer pristine once out of the box. I buy Breyers only because of the particular horse. So my Secretariat is free to graze in his paddock in my stepback cupboard, as is Ruffian, Seabiscuit and now Barbaro. Seabiscuit has the same type of neat box. In the box you just can't see how really beautiful they are and they look more like a toy. That's just how I feel. Mine are free and look like they enjoy it.

In the end, it is how you feel that matters most, Linnie.

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THANK YOU, ROSEMARY ... that's EXACTLY how I feel too and I didn't buy him to sell him to anyone else ever! So that 'pristene' condition means squat to me! LOL

I guess that since I am a free spirit who can't be 'fenced in', I don't like to see anyone else restricted or constrained either, so Bobby will be set free and I will keep the impressive packaging someplace else.

I have a gorgeous statue of Secretariat that I bought several years ago but that was never in a box except for shipping purposes. He is a large statue mounted on a cherrywood base with bronze plaque ... most impressive and gorgeous. And I want Barbaro to look the same in his place of honor ...

SO ... Out of the Box he will come right now!!!

A big Congrats to Tim and RedAspen. What a beautiful girl she is.

((((Bobby)))) Have a wonderful day Big B. Thinking of you always Champ. How I wish you were at the BC "Kicking Ass and Taking Names"...:)

(((Alex))) I hope you are having the time of your life.

Saw up above that there's speculation that Bernardini has been scratched. I doubt it - I would have seen it on thoroughbredchampions.

I think it's just somebody pulling our collective chain.

Jake

Just got a notice that Jenny's on the radio worked out this morning. So I guess she is still ok!!!

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Ruthie may Gifted Colors have a full recovery soon. Warm hugs from this cold FOB

Designgirl7,

Very well said, you go girl!! I didn't realize there were SO many idiots out there.
cindy a

#### Marky - where do you live?

Congrats to Tim and Redaspen! Wow, she is really red, isn't she? A beauty.

Prayers for Maizie, Felix and all FOB animals with fur, feathers or fins.

Prayers for Dora, Rachel, Designgirl's gram, Linda H., and all FOBs who need hugs and healing.

Bobby, your parents will be there to visit you today with love in their hearts for the great champion you are. Grow that hoof, heal that toe, splash in your bath, and know that our prayers and love are with you each and every day, especially on this big race day.

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Jo, I'm really going to be thinking of you when I get to see George up close. Isn't this exciting???

Gotta go get some food ready--the countdown starts! Safe trips to all the horses and riders today...

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Sally,

Thank you for the comment on Jenny's on the radio. I have been wondering about her for months!

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Designgirl7,

Well said! Thanks! I needed that.

Thanks, Anita...I often miss stuff during the week because I don't have the time to read everything and tend to skim through. I hope we hear some good news about Gifted Colors today from Ruthie.

Jane...I feel like a nervous parent with my George over there! lol

Jo
We'll take good care of him!!!...:)
Go George!!!!!

#### Jo (UK) - I know, the same happens to me. Sometimes I have absolutely no time to read the posts, and then some days I can read each and every one of them. So I have no complaint when someone reposts a post.

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LINNIE & ROSEMARY - I'm totally with you - my Barbaro and Smarty Jones are nickering at each other on top of my buffet - don't fence them in!

HEY EVERYONE..AT THE BREEDER'S CUP

GLORIA, ALEX, LAURIE AND ALL..HAVE A GREAT DAY..HEAR IT IS SUNNY, NO WIND, AND IN THE 50's latest update from Gloria one of the Alex Brown Tribute Team members...

Have a great day and may the horses running in the races stay safe.

Debra in Ohio

Trying to catch up on all the posts after i went to bed. Bonnie - no problemo - I didn't even consider that!

IT's the Breeders Cup! Woo Hooo!

Alex, have fun! We will be looking for you!!!!!!!!!

Bobby, King of my heart, don't you worry about a thing! You enjoy your bath and the love and adoration of your wonderful nurses! It is a beautiful crips sunny fall day so get outside and enjoy! I love you!

GOOD NEWS!!!

This notice is to inform you that one or more of your horses has worked out.

Jennys On Radio
Your Comment: recovered from breakdown

Date: November 4, 2006
Track: AQUEDUCT
Distance: Three Furlongs
Time: 37:22 Breezing
Track Condition: Fast
Surface: Dirt
Rank: 4/6

Great to see she's still doing well! :-)

ALL,

BTW, I KNOW we get too many candles groups going sometimes. I can't keep up with them. But I did start a group for "Gift" if you want to stop in and light a candle. Thanks. You are all amazing.

Love to all.

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DESIGNGIRL7 - I know you've going through tough times with your beloved Gram, but GIRL, YOU JUST ROCK!!!!!

Nancy in CT - how is Princess Mazie doing today?

There is a horse running at Hollywood Park today called Scoonerwharfbardog - must be connected to Key West because there is a bar here called Schooner Wharf and is one of the few bars that dogs are allowed - there are always dogs in there - just thought it was funny and wanted to share!!!

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Anita, I live in Atlata,
I know that it is not really cold here, but I grew up in Florida and anything under 45 feels like the arctic circle to me, ain't it sad? It is in the high 40's now

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Linda H,

I have lit three candles for Barbaro, Foggy, S1915, MOEQ, Dr R., and Jacks for you.

I am hoping you will soon be home and comfy.

Jo - I am so glad Jennys On The Radio is doing so well!!!!!!!!!! YEAH!

I must say HELLO LINDA H ... DEAR FRIEND! ARE YOU ALL SET TO WATCH THE BREEDERS CUP?

I'm sure they've given you a very special TV to watch the races today! My heart, healing thoughts, friendship and love are with you as always and hope that this day brings you one step farther from discomfort and one giant leap closer to healing and recovery!! Love you Girl!!
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TO EVERYONE AT CHURCHILL, INCLUDING MY GOOD FRIEND, DEBBIE B IN MIAMI .... HAVE A BLAST!! I AM THERE IN SPIRIT WITH YOU AND ENJOYING IT ALL FROM MY LIVING ROOM ... CAN'T WAIT FOR THIS MONUMENTAL DAY TO BEGIN!!!
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TO DESIGNGIRL7 ... Thoughts and Prayers for you and Gram all the way ...
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FOR ROSEMARY AND NANCY in CT ...

OK, Here's what I did "for now" with Breyer Barbaro ... I took him out of his box but I love the artistic, colorful backdrop against Churchill Downs and his name blazing above his head. So I had to figure out a way to keep that while still freeing "The Big Boy."

So I removed all of the wiry thingys that kept him literally tied down ...and I angled his body so that he is three dimensional against the backdrop with the upper half of his body turned outward instead of flat agains the back of the artwork. Then, just for safety, I took one of the little black thingys and just loosely put it through two of the little holes on the very bottom around one of his ankles ... just so he wouldn't fall out or down. You can't even see it and all of his other legs are loose, free and turned outward and away from the backdrop. Actually it looks very cool and three dimensional like he's coming at you!!

Thanks again for your advice! Now he's not caged in at all, but he's still running in The Derby to the Finish Line and the Winner's Circle!!!

Again cogratulations to Tim and Redaspen! She is gorgeous!

Reminder - Vigil for Bobby tonight at 7 pm EST

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

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

Love, Light and Protection for All The Bearers of The Light

When we pray for Barbaro, and focus on his physical healing, I humbly ask you to include prayers for his peace of mind and continued courage. His is a difficult path.

Thank you God, that right and perfect decisions are made by Barbaro, and for Barbaro.

Love, Light and Protection for Bobby

No Laura didn't say he was scratched!! I read it from someone else's post on here!!
Here are the scratches at Churchill today!!



Race Horse Scratch Reason


1 Humorous Gal Trainer

1 Indian Flare Trainer

1 Joint Effort Trainer

1 Trippi Street Trainer

2 Latent Heat Trainer

2 Wiggins Trainer




That's from Equibase


jock4hire (lj)

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

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Sorry for being a pest is Linda H in the hospital, did she have her surgery?

##Barb - I can't find the post, but I believe someone started a group for Gift yesterday and called it COLOR - there are 16 candles there.

Thank you for always letting us know when Bobby's candles are low!

Love, Light and Protection for Bobby and All The Horses

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Marky,

Yes, Linda had her surgery and is doing great! She didn't even go to ICU.

#### Marky - LOL, I was just wondering, thought you might be somewhere in Minnesota, and that your weather was heading here. We're getting in the high 20's at night, 40's daytime here in Massachusetts, which to me is pretty cold, even though it will get much colder soon!

#### Sally in Key West - love that name, Scoonerwharfbardog, LOL. Will have to have a drink at the Schooner Wharf when I visit Key West, which I plan to someday. Have to see those feral roosters, hens and chicks someday, you know, LOL. (You wouldn't think I was raised on a farm, would you? But I always get such a kick out of those animals outwitting us humans!)

Marky - She did, and she was feisty afterwards, according to Cheryl.

Marky
I don't know where everyone went...did someone yell "fire"...lol

Yes to your first question and yes to your second ....details will have to come from someone else though as I don't have the up-to-date info on her.

Good day Barbaro and Fans! BIG day for racing....will have all the horses and riders in my prayers as I watch.
Jo, thanks for keeping us up to date on ALL the racing!
Go Barbaro, keep growing that hoof, one day at time!
Hope it's a beautiful day for all.

Nancy in Va Beach :)

A high five to Designgirl, and best wishes to your Gram.

Best wishes and prayers for all horses and horsepeople today. May all come home safe.

I think I'm pulling for George Washington because of the Jackson connection and the name, but I worry about the dirt for him , running and hitting in his face. You can't call a Jackson bred horse a foreigner, epecially with his name !
ANd most of my ancestors came from England .

Linda H., I thinking of you, and all that are sick or need prayers, Star and others, I'm praying.

Barbaro, the giant shadow you cast is over the race track and continues to spread over all of America. God bless you. So many will think of you this day and know if you were there, there would be no doubt. It would be AND HERE COMES BARBARO, THE UNDEFEATED BARBARO, IN A SUBLIME PERFORMANCE...
Much love to you through the tears in my eyes I wish you a wonderful day, and may you not know they are running. You just enjoy all your comforts and pears, etc. and a soapy fun bath.

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Linnie,
What you did is perfect. I did something similar with Seabiscuit. The three dimensional quality you created adds to the horse's personality. The plastic was what held him captive. Now he is free to be magnificent Barbaro !!! I knew you would do what was best for the big boss horse!!

Enjoy the races today!!!!

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YAAAYY for Linda H. She is a TRUE FOB. Linda we are all pulling for you and be like the Big Boss, Nip if they annoy you. I hope you are able to watch the race.

Anita I can only say that people like me should never mention the word "cold". I was once in Maine and I do not remeber the temperature, but I asked someone "is this normal"? they politely said yes......I could see them thinking "stupid Florida girl".....LOL

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Everyone Please..... I'm stuck at work,Could you please do your regular race day banter so I can follow along....Please.

DesignGirl7:
You rock, girl. I am proud of you! I'm the guy from Minnesota and as I posted this ^%%$$%%yesterday I also explained I do not read that paper for this exact reason. My son called me and told me of the article. A FOB e-mailed this a.m. and said she heard from the Star Tribune they would only print articles submitted by Mn. residents. Well, I have e-mailed them 4 times and have only recieved that standard form blah,
blah garbage. I have requested from the Tribune that I submit an article with the facts. And I will stay on them. I have a contact name and I will attempt to reach her Monday morning. I am going to demand equal time. If their policy is to publish articles from Mn. residents only I will use that but I will also use as leverage the tremendous displeasure this article has caused nationwide. And I also will demand that this article be signed by "Fans Of Barbaro!" Together we will win these battles and the horses will be safe. I ask all FOB's to paste, paste that paper! This is an opportunity to get positive exposure in mainstream media!
Daryl
www.tribune.com/feedback

Continued prayers for Barbaro for a complete recovery of healed bones and a grown hoof and to my Foggy, your life was way too short but you are not forgotten. Foggy's job today is to act as a guaridan angel and being all the BC horses back to their barns safe and sound.
Prayers to all of those that need them both 2 legged and 4 legged.
Hope everyone enjoys the races today!

#### #### Marky, Marky - I lived in Florida for 3 years and thought it was heaven, and that the Florida people were the SMARTEST people in the USA (THEY knew where to live!). Am forced by circumstances to live in MA now, but have my eye on FL.

I just talked to Linda H. and she felt that she had over done it yesterday and was paying the price today. I told her to just stay in bed and watch the Breeders Cup all day and rest. Linda mentioned getting our group flowers and that they had a big carrot in the middle. She was laughing as she told me that part. Of course, she asked for the latest news on the big guy. If Lina is feeling better tomorrow, both Cherly J. and I are planning to vist.

BTW - I put my Breeder's Cup picks, such as they are, on my blog.

Is anybody else as nervous and excited as I am?

Yes, Linda H - just enjoy the Breeder's Cup. Sounds like you're doing well, though, if you're already "overdoing it".

Good morning sweet prince. Waiting for the three best words in the world.

Congrats Tim!! She is a beauty!!

Prayers to all that are racing, may god watch over you and keep you safe.

BLB!!

Karen - TN

It's all started over here on Racing World! I'm so excited! :-)

FOB'S,
ENJOY THE BREEDER'S CUP RACES TODAY! BUT, JUST
REMEMBER- THEY ARE ALL RUNNING FOR SECOND BEST IN
THE CLASSIC. BARBARO, I LOVE YOU BIG GUY AND KNOW
THAT OUR HEARTS AND OUR MINDS ARE WITH YOU TODAY.
YOU ARE TRULY A CHAMPION AMONG CHAMPIONS AND THE
BEST OF THE BEST! HAVE A NICE BATH AND ENJOY YOUR
TIME OUTSIDE. WHO ARE YOU ROOTING FOR, BOBBY? I'M
SURE HE'LL WIN WITH YOU BEHIND HIM! COULD IT BE
THE JACKSON'S GEORGE? WE WILL SEE. JUST HOPE ALL
FINISH WITHOUT INJURY. LOVE MY BREYER FIGURE OF
BARBARO! I FOR ONE AM KEEPING HIM IN THE BOX- IT'S
MORE VALUABLE THAT WAY.FOB'S, NOTICE WHAT IS ON HIS BELLY? HAVE A GREAT DAY ALL, ESPECIALLY YOU
BIG GUY!
JAN OF WOR.,NOV.4,2006,11:30AM

ALEX
Tim and all, congratulations to Redaspen, what a beautiful girl she is! Alex, have a great time at the Breeders' Cup and please come back and fill us in on all the "inside info".

Michael and The Jacksons
I especially pray for safe successful races for your horses today. And I pray for safety for all horses and jockeys today. Though, I do hope Lava Man, with his tongue flopping, wins!

Bobby
I hope you get some visitors today, I imagine everyone is occupied with all the important races. But I hope you know you are #1 in all their hearts. I feel a little sad thinking this could have been another big day for you, but your strength, will, and heart are in a much more important race right now, and you're winning! Sounds like it's cold up there, so stay safe and warm, especially when you go outside. I pray God will complete the healing and fusing of your bones, grow your hoof, protect your other three hooves, keep you from infection, and keep you comfy and happy. You are a magnificent horse and loved by sooooo many.

Just seen Bernardini having his bath, and his first canter on the track, Lava Man, and George really does look gorgeous!!! :-)

There is a 20 year old horse running at Aqueduct in the first race

Never mind - they were pulling my leg!

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SusanO I would love to race banter for ya, have HRTV on but nothing is happening....I CAN tell ya that most of the commentators are saying Bernadini will win.....besides you know I am a total amateur. I bet the experts will come on later and call it for you.

Anita, Thank you for saying Floridians are smart. We are also spoiled by that warm weather. Only problem those Hurricanes. I have been in GA 5 months now and I love it.

Bobby,

We have you in Spirit, winning the Breeder's Cup "Classic", but you are winning a race beyond mere Classic, it is Historic!

I hear the mention of 'Barbaro' sends chills up and down Bernardini's spine!...boy, I don't even wanna think about that Barbaro dude *looking me in the eye*! Yikes! I hate that phrase, and all these sportswriters use it...shudder shudder!

Love you, Bobby. Ya big lug!

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Marky.....Thank you!

Looks like Lava Man is the lucky number 8 in the Classic!

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J.Carson: nervous and excited Nelly here.....mmm, maybe I'm not cold just nervous

Precious Barbaro: Praying for another comfortable day today and praying that our Heavenly Father will continue to fill your spirit with peace and calm as you continue on your road to recovery.
Father, thank you for the "Miracle of Barbaro"

Lost in the Fog: My Forever Horse...watch over your "horsy" friends as the race today. Bring them home safely. Miss you and love you even more.
Father, thank you for "The Fog".

Barbaro Team: May you all have a beautiful day today as we watch the races. Our hearts will be with our Precious Barbaro whose "greatness" will be felt by everyone that will be watching these magnificent creations that we are fighting so hard to save. The Barbaro Effect moves on.

Although today's races are classified as the BC (Breeder's Cup), in my little world the BC will be known as "BARBARO'S CLASSIC"......

Prayers for all FOB and their "furry families" that are in need of prayer...may our Father fill all of you with positive healing and restored health.

"Please Pray for the Horses"

God Bless you and yours.

Jeanette Cavalier

Jo from UK,

I read that George is from Tipperary, Ireland. So, I'm going to have to back him as my Grandfather was from Tipperary. Seems there are some nice TB farms in Tipperary, nice grazing no doubt. Ever been to Ireland? I want to go and visit my Grandfather's town near Nenagh, Tip.

I just talked to Linda H. and she felt that she had over done it yesterday and was paying the price today. I told her to just stay in bed and watch the Breeders Cup all day and rest. Linda mentioned getting our group flowers and that they had a big carrot in the middle. She was laughing as she told me that part. Of course, she asked for the latest news on the big guy. If Lina is feeling better tomorrow, both Cherly J. and I are planning to vist.

Posted by: Barb D. at November 4, 2006 4:22 PM

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LINDA H ... TODAY ALL YOU CAN DO IS "GRAZE" ... NO TROTTING, CANTORING, BREEZING OR GALLOPING IS ALLOWED!!!!!

Today is your day to graze and WATCH The Breeders Cup NOT run in it, OK???? "Be LIKE Barbaro" ... you can't BE Barbaro!!!! But you are still THE PRESENCE OF GREATNESS TO ALL OF US!!!!

Congratulations to Graham Motion...a nice win at Delaware for Creve Coeur! :-)

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Ruthie R - Prayers and healing thoughts for Gift. Last saturday my mare Star injured her tendons, supensory ligament and possibly a fracture to her sesimod in her right hind. Good work getting Gift thru to rehab. Gift has come this far, hopefully the vets can find and cure the stomach issue.
Ruthie would you please email me @ cawpos@gmail.com.

Prayers to all that are sick or in need.

Cheryl in PA

Good morning, Champ:
Do we wish you were there? Absolutely! But you are with us, and that's the important thing. Because of you so much good has happened. We all owe you so much!
May everyone, horses and jockeys, have safe trips!
Daryl

Bonnie...I've never been to Ireland but I know it's very beautiful and produces some brilliant horses! :-)

GO GEORGE!!!!

Barbaro,
Thank our beautiful Lord for ACN. Have a nice day Bobby, keep warm. I am off to Hollywood Park for the Breeders' Cup. Good luck to all the precious horses and jockeys. Go Lava Man! May the Lord keep the horses safe and jockeys safe. Have a good day everyone. God Bless to All who care for Barbaro. Foggy we didn't forget about you. You will always be in our hearts. Prayers and thoughts for all who are in need.

Hay all, I am so glad I have no eye makeup on. Is anyone out there crying beside me watching the Breeders Cup? Am I just silly and too hormonal? All I can think of is Bobby.

Barb D
Thanks for the update on Linda H. I hope she gets plenty rest and feels better today.

Does anyone have a suggestion for someone who does not have the racing channels on tv. Is there a website that might have clips, re-runs of the BC today? Thanks.

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO GEORGIE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Jeanette Cavalier

Nice to see you back, I have missed your postings.

Everyone... Don't forget to vote for Barbaro!!!
I have been going back to vote a couple times a day soooo vote often. Voting ends Nov. 29th.

VOTEforBARBARO

I guess its when they talk about "The Best" being there that chokes me up. Damn it, I know THE BEST is in a beautiful small town in Pennsylvania called Kennet Square.

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Chris tears here early on too. Now I just think of how amazing his recovery is. I KNOW that he is the triple crown winner. If they mention or show him I think we'll be bawling together.

Thank you, God, for another comfortable night for OUR Champion, Barbaro. Please continue to heal him.

Dear Sweet Barbaro, I am watching the Breeder's Cup, but like all of your friends here, I am thinking of you. I am also thinking of my visit to Churchill Downs in September and having my picture taken with YOUR statue there. You are the champion of champions, Barbaro. And we are here to support you for the duration. I love you, Sweet Boy!

Congratulations to Tim and Redaspen!

Dear God, please keep all horses and jockeys safe today.

Have a great Breeder's Cup day, Team Barbaro!

Love,
Sue
xoxox

Bonnie...try Churchill's site. They might have live streaming.

Barbaro,
Think of you every day but especially today...You are the greatsest of champions, you have proven it a hundred times, on the track and off. I am praying for you always and for all the other beautiful racers. May today's racing be safe for everyone. Thank you for all you have given us and all you have taught us. You have helped many others with your courage and stregth. God bless!

YAY for Bobby!!!!!! :-D
I'm thinking of you, sweetie!

Alex...I'm so envious that you're actually there! I'll look out for you! lol

Jo,
Thanks, I'll go over there and try it!

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Mornin' Nation

I've got the BC on. So exciting!!!!
Having my MHR garage sale right now so I can only come in a peak.
Everybody have a great day watching all these beauties & safe races for all.

Fan Of Barbaro

Morning Handsome Prince!!! Morning all FOB's. Congrats Tim. Alex, enjoy!!

Everyone have a happy and safe Breeders Cup. Barbaro, we will all be thinking of you.

Good Morning Champ! FOB's! Tim congratulations, how nice!

And we're off!

They're loading in the gate!

JO, Do UK horses have to go in a gate there?
They are having a little trouble here with the gate I hope she doesn't get hurt

Dearest Barbaro
Our thoughts are always with you our champion of champions.

Safe day for all the horses

We Love You So Dear Sweet Barbaro

Her Majesty won't go in. She's scared.

On with the blindfold and she's in.

The first race is about to run, and good luck to all.
The greatest champion is having a bath and some carrots today !
Dreaming of Anna , how beautiful she is!

The first race is about to run, and good luck to all.
The greatest champion is having a bath and some carrots today !
Dreaming of Anna , how beautiful she is!

Dreaming of Anna won, Octave came second!

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Alex - I know you day will be great, wish we were all with you!!

Congratulations Tim on your win with Redaspen, what a beautiful picture.

Just have to do a few quotes for Barbaro. . .

Well, NewsNet5.com (posted articles from yesterday) headlines "As the Breeders Cup approaches Bernardini still in Barbaro's shadow". Barbaro, the 3 year old colt was unbeaten in five races, when he overpowered the Derby field and won by 6 1/2 lengths - the largest winning margin in 60 years. Then the Bernardini-Barbaro connection was sealed by the Preakness. It could have been a great rivalry, like Affirmed and Alydar. But, E. Parado said "that will have to be a fantasy race, in the memories of all fans".

However, today Edgar Prado (Barbaro's jockey for the Kentucky Derby ) will be aboard Premium Top a 30-1 long shot.

Bernardini is owned by Sheik Mohammed, the ruler of Dubai.

Prayers for a safe race and may God watch over it.

Another good night for Barbaro, his fans, the staff at NBC, the owners, his jockey and trainer. When Barbaro is happy we are all happy.

Love and Prayers for all,

Karen M. Dallas, Texas

It's not very lady like to work with your tongue hanging out. LOL Congrats to Dreaming of Anna and her connections. She ran a beautiful race!

ACN!!! Way to go Barbaro!!! LOVE YOU SWEET PRINCE!!

Karen - TN

What a beautiful filly Anna is!

Ok I am here!!!

I posted the picks in the Breeders Cup Challenge thread... also emailed

PICKS

I'm off to chat in chat! :-)

Woo finally I can relax and enjoy.... Octave was awesome... But Dreaming of Anna really dug in ..that was awesome!!!

You would think they would give everyone the day off tomorrow since Bernardini is running late tonight for us the races end at 2:45 a.m., so my husband went to sleep because he has to work tomorrow.

Wrong Sheikh for us.

WINNINGS: Just pulled this off the NTRA site. Our dear Bobby is still #2 in winnings, after spending the last 6 months in his stall at NBC... this will change later today, but not how much we LOVE you, Barbaro. You are #1 in my heart.

1 Lava Man 7 7 0 0 $2,770,000

2 Barbaro 5 4 0 0 $2,203,200

3 Bernardini 7 6 0 0 $2,060,480

4 Bluegrass Cat 7 2 4 0 $1,547,500

5 Fleet Indian 6 6 0 0 $1,473,720

6 Lawyer Ron 7 5 1 0 $1,340,800

7 Showing Up 8 6 0 1 $1,310,500 V-

8 English Channel 6 4 0 0 $1,207,937

9 Wait a While 8 5 1 2 $1,114,437

10 Collier Hill 1 1 0 0 $1,066,560

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Designgirl7

Haven't read the article but from your message I got the idea of the article.
So thank you and add my name to the thoughts as well.

Safety to all during the race!!!

Karen M. Dallas, Texas

Octave did good and Garrett Gomez was very happy with her :-)
I'll keep popping back here, but if I disappear for a while it's cos I'm rabbiting in chat! lol

Hello Barbaro,

I hope you're having a great day and have a variety of treats in front of you. I love you. XXOO

Good morning, Starshine! ACN--the words I wanted to hear, especially today. Enjoy your "bafth" today, Big Horse. Will you watch the races today? They're going to talk about you a lot, because everyone misses you.

Bobby, I am still leaning towards Lava Man (I think it was his Rasta mane that put him over the top for me) but mostly I just want all the horses and jocks to come home safely today.

KAREN GARDNER, loved your post!!

ED from NEBRASKA--hey, welcome! I'm a Husker by birth and raising myself. GO BIG RED! What part of the state are you from, if I may ask?

NANCY in CT: Yes, our senior babies need to stick together. I keep thinking of BDude, who recently turned 19. He was very sick but got well. Paws and toes crossed that the Barbaro Effect will help our kitties, and Designgirl's Gram, and GIfted Colors, and Cheryl's Star, and all the other animals.

LINDA H, take care of yourself! Remember to nip your doctor and family if they don't bring you treats and spoil you. NO rearing or bucking today, but perhaps a little boinging might be in order!

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BonnieM
I have BC on ESPN

Note to Chris B:

Not to worry! It's not silly, and you're not alone. I'm watching the Breeder's Cup through teary eyes as well!

Take care!!

Sue
xoxoxo

TEARS ANONYMOUS here too!

From the opening commentary and footage, I was choked up and crying before anything even happened.

I got VERY VERY NERVOUS for "Her Majesty" and was yelling "No, No, No" when they wanted to force her into the gate. I kept thinking she was going to be hurt and then when I saw them blindfolding her I wanted to KILL all of these people! How CRUEL IS THAT? Blindfolding her and THEN spinning her around to disorient her. She was dizzy! And then she had to stay in the gate very annoyed and upset until the other horses were loaded. No wonder she came in next to last.

Poor Baby!

Congratulations to Barclay Tagg and Blue Sky God for a win at Aqueduct!

Linnie...I was really nervous for her too!

Judy Walker in WA: Thank you for your kind words. They truly fill me with so much happiness for all the beautiful people I have met thur our Precious Barbaro. I was without a computer for 3 weeks.....that was a "nightmare" that I'm still trying to overcome by catching up with all the posts. So much is happening but our Barbaro is continuing to lead all of us on a "ride of a lifetime" as we continue to be in awe of this magnificent creation that our Father has brought to us. May God bless you and yours on this beautiful day.

Chris Byers: I have been crying "buckets of tears" at the mention of our Precious Barbaro....who would have thought that I would be sitting here watching and recording horse races (with squinted eyes most of the time). My family and friends are just so amazed with me on my knowledge now of horses, horse racing, rescue farms, and sadly--horse slaughter. I talk more with my "Barbaro Family" than I do to anyone else. All of this is due to the "magnificent presence" of our Preciuos Barbaro.

Thank you Father, for giving me the opportunity to be living at this time to see the "Miracle of Barbaro" and all of the difference he has made in this world. I pray Father, that it is Your will that Barbaro will be with us for years to come.

"Please Pray for the Horses"

Jeanette Cavalier

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Don't be nervous.......anyone in racing....knows.I Love my bud ................Gary and now Steve is a trainr????????????

oh my street sense was on fire

Redaspen is such a beautiful and graceful horse, what a prized picture, Michael, Tim and Alex must be so proud of her, and she is wearing Barbaro's lucky number 8, what a nice picture.

Barbaro, hoping you have a fun filled bath day today and grooming and that you get pampered today.
Has anyone found out what is going to happen to the Netherland horses, are they going back to their owner or are they going to a rescue, just wondering, I know alot of them were sick from being out and exposed to the water and wind.
mary mi

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I'm happy for Calvin Borel, he's a nice guy, loves horses and deserves some good things coming his way.

WHAT A RUN BY STRAIGHT SENSE! HE JUST KEPT PULLING AWAY FROM THE FIELD ...

REMINDED ME OF SECRETARIAT'S BELMONT RUN!

PRINCIPLE SECRET JUST FIZZLED OUT!!!

Linnie,
That poor baby was exhausted by the time the gate opened. I'm just glad she wasn't hurt. I always worry about a flip in the gate.

Street Sense was awesome!

AM I THE ONLY ONE GETTING ANNOYED with talk of college football instead of horses? (and I'm a football fan...but this is the HORSES' day!)

Alex, Thanks for remembering us with all the excitement going on there! I'm glad you are having fun!!

ALL IS WELL WITH BIG B! Great news!

Congratulations to Tim and Redaspen!

Godspeed to all the horses and jockeys running today. May you all reach the wire safely.

Well today is bittersweet, Barbaro. Although I'll be watching the Breeder's Cup, it most definitely will be with a sad heart as you can not be there. Although I know you would have been victorious today, just as you were in all of your races, the race you are currently running is the most important one of all, and I have no doubt that you will once again emerge the victor. You are a great champion, and you continue to prove that each and every day. As it has been said, "Never doubt the heart of a champion." I have never doubted yours, sweet boy.

You are always in my thoughts and prayers. Have another comfortable day, filled with healing and peace, and know that you are in the hearts and minds of so many people today. I love you Barbaro.

The miracle continues...

Nancy, I'm with ya, very annoying!

Bernardi..............you go guy.

Susan, just voted on www.ksdk.com from my home computer. I voted yesterday at work. it will only let you vote one time from what ever computer you are on.

VOTE ALL PLEASE!

I loved when the announcer said" Street Sense rocks!"

Linnie,
That poor baby was exhausted by the time the gate opened. I'm just glad she wasn't hurt. I always worry about a flip in the gate.

Posted by: cindy a at November 4, 2006 6:20 PM

I KNOW Cindy ... she was all spent and disoriented. I do NOT like putting on a blindfold and spinning her around ... that IS NOT GOOD!!

O my God - they just showed a piece on the making of Ruffian's movie and I am totally sobbing. How the hell will I be able to go see it when I am crying so over just a piece like that.My keyboard is covered in my tears.

Oh, Ruffian, I was hysterical when reading the book, crying just now during the promo for the movie, don't know if I can handle the movie!

Also, anybody, it is Lava Man who runs with the tongue tie, his tongue flying as he goes, or am I wrong?

Good Morning all

Alex, hope you are having a wonderful time!

Barbaro, in case you didn't already know it, we love you SO much.

Taking a class this AM, so wanted to take a break and bring everyone up to speed on LindaH! of course "speed" and my poor little laptop are mutually exclusive, but anyway, Ms. LindaH was a little tired and sore this morning, had kind of a rough night. Why? because she DID TOO MUCH yesterday :) No surprise, huh? She's learned her lesson and is planning on resting today and watching the races like a good girl. No yelling, no jumping up and down ( yeah, right ) Told her to let Alex and all the rest of us do that for her :)

She received her flowers yesterday and said THANK YOU SO MUCH! They are beautiful, especially the carit :)

Gave her all the news I could then her doc came in so I said I'd call this evening to check up on her. Am planning to visit her tomorrow, and if i could find a Barbaro Beanie Baby between now and then I would be ESTATIC

Hope to get home in time for the Big One. Saw a couple of posts that Bernardini may have been scratched? Anything new on that? I hope to God he's okay. Good Lord PLEASE let him be all right

Congratulations to beautiful Redaspen. What an astonshingly gorgeous girl. She reminds me of Ruffian, except for that stunning color, of course. Tim, I think she should live here with me in Aspen Country :) Great win, we are all so proud of you and her.

Okay, back to the closed doors. this is absolutely the worst coffee I've ever had in my life.

Love to all, prayers ongoing that all horses and riders are safe today

I believe,
Cheryl

tears, tears......saw the Ruffian clip

Hi, guys... I've been out of the computer loop since my young dog nosed one of my cats into the water bottle unfortunately on the right side of the computer, and of course when the cat jumped the water spilled onto the mouse... suffice to say, I think it has repaired itself by drying out, since Dell couldn't figure it out any other way...

I, too, Linnie, was screaming no no no when they were trying to get Her Majesty into the gate - those moments are so hard, and I really feel for the horse. Coming over from European style is probably hard, especially for the young ones. You're right, too - she ended up next to last, probably stressed out, and it hardly seems fair -

But - since I haven't read anything for last couple of days -

LAVA MAN IS WEARING NO. 8 - !!!!!!!

When I saw that - well... he's been my man all along, and that sealed the deal.

Linnie if you are watching ESPN Jerry Bailey is going to talk about the "gate" next.

I'm a big baby I haven't read the Ruffian book and won't watch the movie. I'd be depressed for a week. I really can't handle it.

Linda H - follow your doctor's orders!

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AW FILM MAKER IS TOO CUTE. OK, I STAYED UP ALL NIGHT PLAYING BREEDERS CUP PRE-GAMES ONLINE.

SHAN ETC.. THANKS FOR SENDING MY PICKS TO ME, WILL I WIN A MILLION DOLLARS?? :>) WHY WAS THAT HORSE JUST SHAKING- IS IT REALLY COLD THERE? RANDY SAID IT WAS "BALMY" DIDN'T HE?

GO GIRLS (MARES)!!

CHERYL G

Just Say NO to Horseslaughter

Marky,
I had tears for Ruffian to. What a Beauty!

Barbaro Team: Crying buckets of tears again. They just showed a clip on "Ruffian".........I was watching the fateful race that took her to the Rainbow Bridge..........beautiful girl. May you watch over the horses today and bring them home safely.

Father, the creations that come from Your loving hands are the perfect description of beauty and magnificence. Thank you Father for the majestic "Ruffian".....

Jeanette Cavalier

"Please Pray for the Horses"

Very sad. Cried watching the Ruffian clip. Imagine what a mess I will be when the movie comes out. I loved that horse, back when I was 16, and she was on top of the world.

Karen in MD

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I'll never be able to watch a movie about Ruffian. I hope they don't show the trajedy.

I have to be at my store all day today and I cannot get the races on anything (no TV here, would never want to work). SIRUS has the exclusive and am not a member of anything for the computer.

If anyone knows a way to get it any other way PLEASE let me know, don't mind missing the little races ( not to put any wonderful horse or rider down ) just hate to miss Bernardini and the others. Kinda interested in George Washington cause he is frome Ireland and I am Irish and my maiden name was O'Brien, like the trainer.

Great race day!

Karen M Dallas, Texas

OMG the closeup of Barbaro, tears, tears.

Just showed Bobby breaking early at the Preakness. I am crying again.

oh geez...the Preakness "broke through the gate" clip :(

Karen, I am not sure but mabe Church Hill Downs web site is live streaming?

OMG ... Just seeing that brief clip of Bobby coming out of the gate at The Preakness was heartbreaking ... reliving that moment and now looking at it head on, I definitely believe that something happened to him with the false start at the gate! He just didn't look right in all four legs when he broke.

And when I saw Sam Shepherd is going to be in Ruffian, the movie, I was thrilled. He will do justice to the emotion that movie will inspire. I can't imagine watching it, but won't be able to stay away.

whew these clips are flooding my keyboard. if this goes on im going start drinking now

Guys: Loved the commercial on Emirates Air Bus. I was wondering how they fly the horses to different parts of the world. The start of the commercial was "hilarious" with a horse (not a real one) going thru security. Well, I saw and learned about the "flying" horses.......very interesting.

Jeanette Cavalier

"Please Pray for the Horses"

Linnie,
I saw the same thing and told myself don't be silly. I'm glad I'm not alone in my thoughts and eyes are OK.

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SUSAN IN TX - I believe you're thinking of Premium Tap (Edgar's riding him)...I saw him race once and his tongue was flapping like Mocha the cow!

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Thanks Chris B. I will check it out!!

Karen M. Dallas, Texas

Yes, it is Lava Man who runs with his tongue flying in the wind! They just showed a clip of his win in CA a while back. I hope he wins and he does have lucky #8!!!

What is with the clip/shave job on Satwa Queen?

Yes, it is Lava Man who runs with his tongue flying in the wind! They just showed a clip of his win in CA a while back. I hope he wins and he does have lucky #8!!!

Ouija Board is a real beauty!

Hey Guys...I loved the plane footage too!! WOW...such luxury...I thought it was sooo cute the way the grooms are allowed to pet them and love on them during the flight...aaaaawwwww
It really shows you how human coach flights stink!

Wait a while is pretty

Premium Tap is the tongue flapper...

Pamela,
I found that interesting. I like the behind the sceens info.

HOORAY FOR FILMMAKER !!!!!!!!

Hi, hugs, and love to all FOB's, and prayers continue for all your furry friends, and ALL THE HORSES today.

Barbaro, I just went to pick up an order of bagels and as I was approaching the deli on the sidewalk I noticed a USA Today newstand - immediately saw a horse on the front and thought it was you, and got so excited I nearly walked into a glass door storefront - sheesh!! The glass pane was misted and well - oopsy!
Turns out I think the photo is of your friend, Lava Man ? But just know I'm thinking of you, Barbaro!!
The other thing was this morning when the alarm went off I was still apparently in a dream (?) and I was hearing an announcer shouting "It's Barbaro, here comes Barbaro, the undefeated Barbaro . . . . !!!"
I LOVE YOU BARBARO!! My heart beats for your heart!!
It's a beautiful day just a few counties away from you so I hope you are able to get out a bit, visit with Mocha, have some treats . . . and continue those positive healing thoughts.
As Mr. Jackson said I think you're getting ready for them to "bring on the girls", you keep communicating with Dr. R who loves you so much.

LOVE YOU BABY!!
My heart beats for your heart, Barbaro!!
A kiss on your nose!
Lou Ann, Pennsylvania

WOW what a beautiful horse and great race for Ouija board and yaay for Edgar in 2nd

Great Race by Ouija Board - Film Maker as well.

Agree the bit on the plane ride was fun to see.....

I don't think shes even breathing hard! What a champion!

i'm going to have to close this window soon, but wasn't Ouija Board amazing???

I should have said - HOORAY FOR FILMMAKER and EDGAR PRADO !!!! And GRAHAM MOTION !!!!

(And the owner/trainer switched to Edgar to give her a better shot - !!!) Against a great field, wow!

like leaves...
on a tree ..i sit on the hill overlooking the scene..
the king is not there ..but in a distant stable
....he knows something big is going on.
.michael is not there ,nor roy and gretchen //
but
WE ARE ALL there,them too,
just different
no bodies, but deep current..we are all there with you
many look down the stretch of famous dirt..and feel the the emptiness of
what can not be..for ever..
shock ,disappointment ,.confusion., welded into that track wiht its
curves..all risking to get to the inner rail..
beyond resignation, into redemption. YOU ARE CROSSING THE RIVER..
..you get it . great horse
where our humans ,our leaders ,struggle to get anything.. but..
...you so get it..
.....dearest barbaro,
walking in the leaves last night
returning from ......
i am struck
by the patterns in my hands of drying red leaves.
..their veins all entwined and yet each distinct...their damp musky scent
...connecting to me . to
connecting one by one to each other
some call that together...
... and so it is on this land today
, we hear, see
another page in .your nation of brothers and
sisters.. ..
.. .
rest well and graze today
..to your hearts content.
your bath day
your strength and humor ..today.
..line up the mints..
hoof grow ,all four legs safe..red blood pump through that mighty
heart--peacefully.
i am sure your hear your nation
, part gather at some distant gates..
thundering hooves. willing hearts ,..ready to flower in the effort..
we are indeed all connected
all the limbs of our tree
folding over and under..
...leslie in MN- thank you so for hearing me
...i feel connected to everyone..the invisible and the visible
...the candles in their light
i hear about the dutch horses and before you know it they are saved...my
heart can go back in..whew..lord. ..joinuing us all far and wide..thnak
you .,
thank you.c.jaffe.
i will be delighted to hear,visit, WITH your music
it will be wonderful
l. as soon as i can
i will follow the steps to your songs
.. thank you.
robyn
, I WILL BE THERE With MY SCROLL/...ha ha ha
...yes. when bobby is inaugurated..president for life. soul extraordinary
we shall meet on that beautiful knoll..and in that beautiful song.

for the horse...colors.ruthie....and the golden retriever
..MY PRAYERS FORyou all in your pain and challnege..for
AVI , prayers almost all