Good Wednesday morning Alex, Bobby and fellow fans

I hope the weather in the Northeast is good today so that Bobby can get out and graze.

I'm leaving messages already for the Senators and when I get off work I call again and talk to the aides. In between I usually send an email.

Have a great day all!

Janice
Proud to be a "fan of Barbaro"

Good Morning #1 Fan Janice, Alex and Everyone,

It's 55 here on Long Island, weather looks promising, so I think our Barbaro will have a good day outside..

I'm making my calls, but I'm a slouch compared to you Janice!

Just so happy with the NBC report yesterday. B is really full steam ahead on his way to full recovery and a normal horsie life..

Have a great day!

Good morning, Barbaro! Good morning, fellow Fans! (Morning Janice & Jo & other morning people!)

As reported earlier, yes, we picked up another co-sponsor yesterday - Mikulski of Maryland. Yay!!!

A gray day in central Maine, but it promises to brighten with some sun. I hope and pray that the weather clears enough for our favorite to go graze this afternoon. Such a good report from NBC yesterday - he's able to put weight on that leg even without the brace! To paraphrase Charlote's Web - Some horse!!!

Off to get ready for work.

Marg
Proud member, Fans of Barbaro

Christine,

Always glad to say "Hi" to a member of the morning shift. Thanks for the weather report - glad to know big "B" will get to graze. I'm really concerned with the prospect of him being confined so much over the winter. He's a race horse and I can't imagine him having to deal with the boredom of remaining in an indoor stall with no sunshine or grass to graze on. His improvement and weight gain was dramatic when he was allowed to graze.

Janice
Proud to be a "fan of Barbaro"

Hello Marg

Thanks for that information - I didn't know that another Senator signed on. I guess that makes 33.

Janice
Proud to be a "fan of Barbaro"

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JANICE, I agree. I'm concerned too. I guess we'll see. His people will do the very best for him, body and mind, as they've always done...

morning barbaro. we love you. hope you get to go outside today. Thanks alex

Good Morning-

Here's some video of Hard Spun:
http://www.philly.com/mld/philly/sports/15896119.htm
(Sorry I can't figure out how to get a link.)

Senators are on break next week so we need out of
committee asap. Great job everyone working on S1915!

Christian

Great News about Hard Spun! Heard a piece of a news item about him last night on TV, similar information to the linked article. Woooo, Woooo Hard Spun! Mudder for real!

Peg

IT IS SO GOOD TO GET UP IN THE MORNING AND HEAR BARBARO HAD ANOTHER GOOD NIGHT. I SURE HOPE YOU ARE GETTING USED TO THE CAST CHANGE AND IT ISN'T TO SORE. GET WELL BEAUTIFUL BARBARO. WE LOVE YOU.
BETTY

Christian,
Thanks for that video. Jeez - Hard Spun is VERY impressive.

Janice

Proud to be a "fan of Barbaro"

the morning light, is slivered over a grey horizon..shelley in ca.- i love you too and everyone..who blinks and looks and sighs and stretched over these windows.your. words spun together so eloquently fold over my thouhts.wiht a deep gratitude --i feel for all FOB and their responses..are tender ,insightful, often rooted in experiences wiht our four legged nation
..BARBARO;S TRUST--
thank you ,thank you
BARBARO
for this ancient alphabet,
some language we are discovering anew..
no one is invisible in this big circle..names slip away in the glow of the intent.
.from the delicate ,linda,skyler,maribel and theresa,debbie,jane mary s. heather jo,frank,mike,david.and the list goes on..each one vibrating on the spectrum..tears flow reading about blondie ,a horse, that loved bananas ..her ability to pluck the best of her days..forgiving human evil and error..
reading shelley's post, this morning,
I DO
hear
the whirr of truck tires
racing on hte curivng highway stretches..
to their kill.
.all horses in all manner of pain and discomfort
crammed into cold air boxes.
.rain ,aching dampness pressing them together as they smell the impending doom-- their kill.-.they know its comng..they feel their hunger and disfigurement...their infant days d gone.long ago and .for ever...
the golden gretchen and roy jackson..
so right-
..the deep well of the prado hand on Barbaro/s neck.
.a distinct sign from an ancient code and time when knights heard their horse's every sigh.
.into battle they went..
trust between them xritical,--every step of the way..nothing impossible
.the white unicorn of desert orchid. and orchids bloom aveyr long time ..maybe forever.in one;s heart...
i thank alex
again
.for his creativity..his resolve..his ablity to open many drawers as if from some antinque chest
. scented old wood, peppermint, rosemary pine oil..
.'barbaro,beloved champion..
may your day unfold as you so wish..your bones gaining strength in their steel supports and new muscle continue to grow..
green carrot tops and soft hays.
.a high noon graze.
.the hands of loving family, stroke you
..may they and hte love they own,
multiply like monarch butterflies migraitng in the thusands,
across hill and dale..
across the land we love..into dark corners and roads where cold ,is the rule..
no one hears
...BUT ..I HEAR..
i hear and my heart hurts
. i pick up the phone and i call. i hear the call i hear the call..
in the ilght and in the dark,
martita

Yipee ACN Bobby. we love you. Off to work. Ick. Thanks Alex

Martita,

What can I say?? Your post elicits the heights and depths of emotion in me. So well done, but I believe that's because it's done from the heart.

Blessings,
Janice
Proud to be a "fan of Barbaro"

Alex, thank you.

Barbaro, another dreary day here so I don't know if you'll have your grazing time. Brighter days, ahead, special boy. We love you so much and positive news, again.. we won't take that for granted. We're with you, buddy and always will be.

Love,
Daphne and Pee

GOOD NEWS! Just read on another board that Sen Mikulski from MD just signed on today as another co-sponsor of S1915-that will make 33.

Also found this link to a Washington think tank poll on the issue--please vote.

WASHINGTON THINK TANK POLL

Cathy

Posted by: CathyMc at November 15, 2006 6:47 AM

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THANK YOU CATHYMC!

Good morning everyone

Happy National Call in Wednesday.

I BELIEVE IN BARBARO

ALEX -

Not having an update on BARBARO from you yesterday in the morning and having to wait all night (time difference for me) to hear from NBC, gave me a wake up on how much we depend on you.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR MORNING UPDATES ON BARBARO!

Good Morning Alex -
Thanks for the morning update. It's now become a new way of life for me to check in with you before checking anything else as hearing from you has become the most important thing, first thing. I hope Barbaro will have another healing day. Bless everyone helping him on this road, and that is a crowded road as we are all walking beside him.

Martita - You sew your words together with golden thread.

Another day to say "hello" to my Senators...

Have a good day all.

PLEASE FOCUS ON :

SENATOR WILLIAM FRIST (TN) Only he can get it on the Calendar and PUT it on the Senate Floor
Majority Leader
202-224-3135 (P)
202-228-4637 (F)
CONTACT FORM

ALSO PLEASE CONTACT YOUR TWO SENATORS FROM YOUR OWN STATE

If your Senators are Cosponsors, thank them and ask them to please push to get BILL S.1915 onto the Senate floor for a Vote.

If they are not, please ask them to be Cosponsors of BILL S.1915 and to please push Senator Frist to get BILL S.1915 on the Senate floor for a Vote.

SENATORS – CONTACT INFORMATION

PROUD TO BE A FAN OF BARBARO

EVERYONE PLEASE VOTE:

There are 60% for the Bill and 40% against it.

WASHINGTON WATCH.COM - VOTE FOR BILL

CURRENT LIST OF SPONSORS:

CURRENT LIST OF COSPONSORS

Good morning Bobby, Alex & Everyone! Happy to hear that you had another good night, Bobby! It was good to read the positive report from New Bolton yesterday, keep up the good work Bobby! :-)

Have a good day everyone!

g'morning, y'all~
thanks for all the good news, Alex!

Anyone else on pins and needles, waiting for any word that they'll bring S195 to the floor?

(meaning nervous stomach over it)

Good morning Sweet Barbaro, happy to hear you had ACN. Prayers and love on its way to you.

Good morning everyone, there was a nice artical in our local paper on the Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary in South Dakota, visit www.wildmustangs.com maybe some of you have heard of it. It is a very nice story.

God Bless all of our four legged friends and all of you.

Keep calling and faxing the Senators.

Have a wonderful day.

BELIEVE IN MIRACLES
BELIEVE IN BARBARO
Carol-Pittsburgh

Soccoro, what does 'voting' on WashingtonWatch actually do? Is it just voicing our opinions, or will it actually DO something to push this forward?

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

ACN - the most famous words in my day!

Oh, Martita - you've said it so eloquently once again. The reason we are all here...to save the horses. Thank you for the gift of your words.

Marg
Proud member, Fans of Barbaro

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

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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ANNA in TX -

If a politician or Associate were to read the article and see how many are for the Bill it may give them the extra push. It's really easy to vote, you just click on the right side and that's it. Please note they have the old Bill number.

What it will do, I don't know, but it also gives you an opportunity to leave your comment.

We kept asking for publicity and this is one opportunity.

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Anna in Tx

No you are not the only one. I feel the same way.

I was really relieved at the post last night, I think it was from ShelleyA, that they will be re-convening after Thanksgiving. I feel like it gives us a better chance of having it slip in one day before the end of the year.

My biggest worry is that Frist will just ignore it and it will never get voted on.

I BELIEVE IN BARBARO

Dearest Bobby, ACN!! Way to go ... grow hoof grow! The Miracle of Barbaro continues ...

Love and kisses on your velvety nose!
Ruthie

Good morning Barbara and Barbara Nation!

Today is hump day, so we hump our fingers dialing numbers and get this bill passed.

Thank you Lord for this day, and your blessings you have given Barbaro and all of us..Please hear the cries of our other heroes, the other horses who are in pain, or have lost their lives in an unforgiven way. God Bless Them.

Food for Thought: I noticed a coach got in a fight at a pee wee game..Our horses, greyhounds or any other animal that is engaged in sports do nothing but give their whole hearts in the game, and ask nothing back but tender loving care..

I still think one way to provide retirement ranches for these magnificent animals is a percentage is given from all sports to provide a long-lasting home and care.

May each of you have a good day, may it be very fruitful and rewarding...

Fan of Barbaro.

Good Morning, Fans of Barbaro!

ACN - that brings the sunshine out on even the cloudiest day. Barbaro, here's hoping the sun comes out in Chester County today...you need to get outside even for a few minutes...everybody needs fresh air. Shine on you crazy diamond.

LITF, Pine Island, Gallant Secret, Ruffain, Desert Orchid and the animal angels...love you always, my Long Time Suns.

Have e-mailed for today - will follow up later this afternoon and will prep for my nightly vigil.

Martita, your posts make me cry all over again (and there are times when I feel I have no more tears left in me - and then I read something else that brings them to the surface all over again. But if we didn't love, we wouldn't cry.).

Prayers to all those who are sick, sad, lonely...or who have animal companions who are in need of help...or those who have no voice...

It's all about the animals...and compassion...

and Love.

Healing, Love, Peace,
Lyn Gilbert

Thank you Mary S

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Lyn

If I may ask-how is Avi??

I've followed his story from the beginning. I can't explain it, but for some reason, I KNEW he wouldn't be euthanized. I hope he is continuing to do well.

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Posted by: Shelley in CA at November 15, 2006 6:20 AM

What a beautiful and heartfelt post. Thank you.

Love, Light and Protection for Bobby

#### Martita - beautiful post this AM

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Posted by: Shelley in CA at November 15, 2006 6:20 AM

I ditto that Mary S

Socorro, thanks, I was curious about the mechanics behind the poll- sorry I spelled your name wrong. You're right, we do still want exposure.

The one comment that this was a fake bill hiding the real (and undesirable amendment filled one) was a little worrisome.

Cora, I'm not glad you've got a nervous stomach about it, but I am glad I'm not alone in it..lol.

#### Anna in TX - I'm sure that everyone on this site, posters, lurkers, etc... are all on pins and needles. What a long, hard slog it seems to be. You know, were it not for this site, after hearing that the bill had passed the house I would have thought that was the end of the slaughterhouses. I have learned so much on this site!

Cora,

Avi's owner is getting her act together to move him to a new place - haven't talked to her recently because she's had family visiting. But he had his first chiropractic session last week and the results were nothing less than miraculous. The Chiropractor verified many of my insights and Avi's movements improved literally in front of everybody's eyes (and not to be too egotistical, but I knew how he would respond to simply feeling better...) Will keep you posted. So many of you have given such amazing support over the last few weeks. Thank you all again from the deepest parts of my heart.

Since I'm doing nightly vigils for the next couple of weeks, if anybody wants Reiki sent to them nightly, please e-mail me at lyn.gilbert@gmail.com and I'll add you to the list. Barbaro's recovery and S1915 head the list, but there is room for everybody.

Mary S, I love reading all your prayers. Please keep posting them for they inspire my own prayers many times over.

Do all of you know how incredible you are???? The last few weeks have literally been a trial by fire and yet we can still get up every day to keep pushing the Senators to get S. 1915 scheduled for a vote. We can do this...we have the momentum.

Healing, Love, Peace,
Lyn Gilbert

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Thank you Mary S You are very important to us.

ACN is always great to hear in the a.m.!

Thanks Alex for your considerations! You are truly one in a million!

Martita, Brava!!! Eloquent as ever!! What else can I say, but you put in writing what my heart speaks to me! More beautiful words from you that hit it's mark!! Thank You!

All of You FOB's, Have a terrificly wonderful day! It's very windy here in Texas, and the horses are feeling the Boogieman ever closer in every little breeze that's blowing! Gotta love their imaginations! I'm calling and will keep calling as the day goes on!!

Smile, it'll give your face something to do!!
jock4hire (lj)

Mary S.

So glad to see you posting your wonderful prayers. The site seems normal again (whatever that might be).

Anna in TX

Please know that you're not alone in your thinking. I lose sleep over it. The despair I feel at the possibility of it not passing is overwhelming.

To all FsOB,

I think what we're lacking to get this job (S.1915) done is LOBBYISTS. I'm serious. At a neighborhood watch meeting last night we had a State Lobbyist as a guest speaker. Wow - did we learn about the hidden side of politics and politicians. I'm certain that our opposition has Lobbyists working hard on their behalf. Unfortunately, I think politicians are more inclined to favor them than the ordinary voter. They think the average citizen has a short memory and won't remember bills that don't pass when the next election comes. So now the challenge - how can we convince them otherwise?

Janice
Proud to be a "fan of Barbaro"

#### Anna in TX - You are so right in asking about WashingtonWatch. On a newscast not too long ago, I read about how some organizations which are against a certain project/bill set themselves up on the web with a misleading name, requesting signatures. For instance, a pro-oil organization would set up a website called, say, "ProjectGreen", with blurbs about energy conservation, etc... and request signatures. So it pays to be careful about what one signs.

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Marita, you have once again touched our hearts with your words and sentiments in such beautiful prose. I always look for your post. Thank you,

ACN and a wonderful report way to go Barbaro!!!
One day at a time...

GOOD MORNING HANDSOME!! ACN, the best way to start the day! I hope you are having better weather than we are so you can go out and graze. I'll check on you later sweet prince. I LOVE YOU B!!

Karen - TN

Shelly in CA and Martita - I cry, like you, for the thousands who are unknown, and uncared for. Your words bring to the surface the emotions I try so hard to hide - washing them awake and giving me the courage to face one more phone call, one more fax, one more email, one more plea...

Mary S - thank you. I love your prayers.

Linda R
Proud Fan of Barbaro

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Judy Scott,

I, too, am always impressed and swept up in martitas posts....i have mentioned once that she should put it to pen and paper and write a book...would be a great money maker, martita!!!

lovely, as usual.

Get out and graze today, champ. hope the sun find your gorgeous sole.

Hi Folks:

Please light candles for Bobby, Mike, Erin, Linda, Rosie, Pine I, Fleet I, Kitty, Lola, Babs, Blondie, the rescue horses, the unrescued horses and all out human and animal friends who need some extra help.

Please call your Senators and Senator Frist - now is the time to end horse slaughter.

Thanks to Tim & Alex for the site and updates.

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Bdude was waiting at the door for his morning chow - when he eats he has a good day - thanks to everyone for the prayers and good thoughts.

Steve & BDude
FOB

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Steve,

Glad to hear BDude is looking for grub!!!Sounds Great!

Have a marvelous day.

Good morning Handsome One. ACN :)

Now I can get back to work and try to get my boss out of London. Missed his flight!

Will call, fax and e-mail my senators and Frist.

Ro & Brady

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Slightly off topic, but about horses:

Rosemary is planning on closing the "window of opportunity" for sponsoring the Missouri horses for Christmas by the day after Thanksgiving. Many horses still only have one sponsor. Currently, 23 states are represented. This is being done in honor of NBC and their work.

If you are considering sponsoring, please remember that time is running out.

Thank you and

MERRY BARBARO CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!!!!!

Socorro, I just voted we are up to 63%.

Cora, I sponsored one horse for the NBC staff, if by next Wed there are still horses with only one sponsor I will sposor another.

Ro & Brady

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Thank you Ro.

I was curious about your last post: In remembering some of the bosses I've had over the years, are you SURE you want to bring yours back?? LOLOL (just kidding of course).

Good morning, Barbaro and fans,
We check on the big guy's progress every day, and scan the posts. Keep the positive energy going, and keep working to protect horses and all deserving creatures who provide companionship and pleasure for us humans. Bless all of you!

Morning, Barbaro! Thank you Lord for ACN! Sounds like a good grazing day for you today, go out, get some fresh air, say Hi to Mocha for us. Get some rest, too, glad to hear your leg is adjusting to its new status.

God bless Barbaro, make his hoof grow, help him to get stronger every day.

God bless Linda H, BDude, Cahill, Sooner, Felix and Susan, Pine Island, Fleet Indian, Darlin, Foggy, Star, Opie, Gift, Avi, Dilly, Lucky, Woody, Lola, Nala, Fondmort, Sharon, Bob and Joyce and all who need God's special care today.

Have a great day everyone!

So happy you had ACN Bobby! Keep growing that hoof, graze and eat your treats! We love you special boy!

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Steve,glad BDude is looking for his food! My 2 kitties are little piggy's when it comes to food!!

Cora - IL

How do I get in touch with Rosemary.....I log on here every day to check on our boy but don't get a chance to read a lot of the post. I am a sponsor to Jackpot already but will sponsor another or him again....whatever is needed. You can contact me at -
kdyer63@yahoo.com

Thanks!

Karen - TN

GOOD MORNING SWEET BOY BARBARO!
I'm so glad to hear you had ACN. Keep being strong "B". We're wishing you another pain free day and that you get some time outside today.
Thank Michael Matz and Peter Brette for getting those updates to Alex. Will check in with you later sweetie..we've got lots of work to do today. Thanks for the inspiration...You're in our thoughts and prayers 24/7. God Bless and God Speed.

MORNING ALEX!
Thanks for the info on Sweetnorthernsaint. I have a soft spot for Sweety as well. Thus, like to follow their campaigns. Thanks again for all you do and wishing you a wonderful day. You're the best..God Bless
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FANS OF BARBARO - WANTED TO POST THIS MESSAGE FROM SHELLEY A.! WE CAN DO THIS!!!

NEWS REGARDING NEXT PHASE OF ANTI SLAUGHTER CAMPAIGN

Moving forward, we have been asked to take another approach now that the elections are over and the senate has reconvened. (REMEMBER… the outcome of the elections doesn’t affect our strategy).

You’ve all done a great job focusing on the “Big Seven” and the committee members. It is now the time to enter the next phase of our campaign to end horse slaughter. We will no longer be focusing on targeted senators with the exception of Senator Frist.

Starting from this point on, it is strongly suggested that EVERYONE call their OWN senators: we’ve been told they now need to hear from their own constituents.

It is important to know if your senator is a cosponsor BEFORE calling so that you know what to say and show that you are informed.

Make your message short, firm and polite.
If your senators have already cosponsored, thank them and urge them to press to pass the bill immediately, definitely before the end of the year.

If they have not, please urge them to cosponsor and support S1915

This is the current list of sponsor/co-sponsors
SPONSOR: Senator John Ensign (NV) 10/25/2005
COSPONSORS(28), ALPHABETICAL:
Sen Bayh, Evan [IN] - 12/12/2005
Sen Boxer, Barbara [CA] - 3/8/2006
Sen Byrd, Robert C. [WV] - 10/25/2005
Sen Cantwell, Maria [WA] - 6/14/2006
Sen Carper, Thomas R. [DE] - 9/26/2006
Sen Collins, Susan M. [ME] - 7/26/2006
Sen DeMint, Jim [SC] - 10/25/2005
Sen Dodd, Christopher J. [CT] - 1/25/2006
Sen Feinstein, Dianne [CA] - 2/9/2006
Sen Graham, Lindsey [SC] - 3/29/2006
Sen Inouye, Daniel K. [HI] - 10/25/2005
Sen Kennedy, Edward M. [MA] - 9/25/2006
Sen Kerry, John F. [MA] - 1/25/2006
Sen Landrieu, Mary L. [LA] - 10/25/2005
Sen Lautenberg, Frank R. [NJ] - 7/12/2006
Sen Levin, Carl [MI] - 10/25/2005
Sen Lieberman, Joseph I. [CT] - 10/25/2005
Sen Lott, Trent [MS] - 10/25/2005
Sen Martinez, Mel [FL] - 9/28/2006
Sen McCain, John [AZ] - 9/20/2006
Sen Menendez, Robert [NJ] - 1/25/2006
Sen Nelson, Bill [FL] - 9/20/2006
Sen Reed, Jack [RI] - 9/6/2006
Sen Schumer, Charles E. [NY] - 9/14/2006
Sen Snowe, Olympia J. [ME] - 3/8/2006
Sen Specter, Arlen [PA] - 10/25/2005
Sen Stabenow, Debbie [MI] - 1/25/2006
Sen Stevens, Ted [AK] - 11/1/2005
(the dates indicate when they cosponsored)

The only exception is Senator Frist. As Majority Leader he should hear from EVERYONE to get this put on the calendar. Majority Leader # 202-224-3135

Also, this would be the perfect time to get out your address books and contact everyone you know in every state….family, friends, work related contacts, etc. While this group covers a large geographic area, there are many states not represented. Find people in those states and ask them to call their senators.

You guys have done a GREAT job on the previous phase…..now, as requested, let’s go get them as we move into the next stage of our operation to pass S1915 this year!

Let’s use National Call In Day as the beginning of the next phase in getting S1915 passed with THIS Congress.

http://www.senate.gov/general/contact_information/senators_cfm.cfm

ORIGINALLY POSTED BY SHELLEY A (Thanks Shelley!)

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Cora - thank you for the reminder - I didn't realize about sponsoring MO horses in honor of NBC - I would like to sponsor Hocks again. Where do I find out how to do that?

Love, Light and Protection for Bobby and All The Horses

Good Morning Everyone,

Martita, your words are beautiful as they are every morning.

Hi Alex, Thank you for all the updates on our boy and all the interesting articles.

Barbaro,
I didn't forget you. I loooooooooooooooove you this big!!! I want to see your leg without the cast, maybe you will pose for new pictures soon? Enjoy your day! Love you bunches.

More good news from Debra WI

From Senator Landrieu's office:
Two new ones: Lautenburg and DeMint will be signing the letter

Milkulski is a co-sponsor of S. 1915

Morning skritches, apples (red), grasses (hand-picked), carrots (organic, baby, with greens)and
salaams to undefeated champion big boss horse of forever Barbaro Jackson...

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FsOB:
First I'm reposting Alex's update 1027:
Mrs. Jackson just called to thank everyone for their support today, and over the next few days, as we continue our efforts re: the anti horse-slaughter bill. [Mon 13/11/06]
Next I'm reposting excerpts from ShelleyA's yesterday...pls note where it says "this can be slipped in any time..."
Special note to Janice, and everybody concerned with whether or not this is going happen...Don't forget: This fight (or race) has been going on for nine long years. This is the homestretch. There is plenty of money and power behind it, just as there is plenty of money and power behind the opposition. Keep in mind: We are watching politics at work, and participating as "civilians", but we are not professional politicians and as such do not (and will never!) know the ins and outs of cutting a deal in the senate. What we do know, though, is that by calling our senators, we are providing external corroboration to the proponents of S1915 that their constituents care about this issue -- thank you Barbaro -- which at this point is an incredibly valuable resource -- and which is why they have asked us to do what they've asked us to do.

REPOST SHELLEY A

Sounds like you all had a very successful National Call In Day! But for us, this has got to be "National Call In Week"!!

However, we have been told that S1915 can be slipped in at anytime. It is one of those things that may not even be announced in advance. That's why it's crucial that we stay on those phones and keep the momentum going!! Get those phones ringing in the morning so they know of the support even before they go to chambers in the afternoon

It should be the same program.....call your own senators and Senator Frist. Keep asking them to get it to the floor THIS SESSION.

What a great job all the FOB have been doing!!!

Posted by: ShelleyA at November 14, 2006 1:00 AM

Cheers,
Friar Tuck

HARD AT WORK

Laurie H. in Mn.

In case you missed my earlier post: You owe me minutes. I called and called all day. Used your "voice" when I called back. One aide laughed and asked what I was doing. I said I was cheating. I told him I called in earlier in support of S. 1915 and I wanted another message left but wasn't sure if he'd take more than one from a person. He said my girl imitation was so horrible he would include my message. Anyway, I'm on the Mn. and Iowa border. It is so cold I can only say: "I want my mommy!" Oh well! Only there for six days and then Az. Take care!
Daryl in Mn.

Posted by: Daryl Smoliak at November 15, 2006 1:54 AM

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DARYL -

Sorry and hope you don't take this wrong, but I found your story hilarious and thought others might enjoy YOUR extra efforts you are putting into S.1915.

Hi Mary S.

In the forum, there is a thread named "MO Mamas Xmas Sponsors for NBC".

The first post is an up to date listing of the horses and their current sponsors. Instructions are in the thread. You are more than welcome to email me if you have any questions. If I can be of any help, I will be more than happy to do so.

Thanks for helping the horses.

I BELIEVE IN BARBARO

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Cora - of course. Thanks for the info

Love, Light and Protection for Bobby and All The Horses

ShelleyA

Thanks for the great news. Looks like the "Barbaro snowball effect" is gathering momentum!!!


GO BARBARO!!!!!!!!!!

In a sublime performance, the Barbaro snowball effect just flattened the opposition. S1915 wins!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

EVERYONE

PLEASE let's try and contact the Senators this morning and hope that someone they might slip S.1915 in if they see that we are still calling.

SENATORS – CONTACT INFORMATION

CURRENT LIST OF COSPONSORS

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Today we will be in Iowa (brother-in-law), Georgia (ourselves), Texas (parents), New Mexico (Papa), and Ohio (In-laws) when we call the SENATORS.

#### Daryl Smoliak - "girl imitation" LOL. (I know your post was meant for Laurie H. in Mn. sorry, read it anyway and got a great laugh!

#### Thanks for reposting Daryl's post, Socorro. Still laughing

Hi All,
Finally, some good media attention out of San Antonio. This was just sent to me by a coworker.I thought you all might like to see it. Sorry if this is already posted.

http://www2.mysanantonio.com/multimedia/video/NewsOnDemand/index.cfm?videos=41920
Be careful....it's graffic

#### Mary Dubbink - Thanks for the link. I had to do a search on the site (on "slaughterhouse" to get to the article). It did answer a question I had in the back of my mind, like "I didn't know Mexicans eat horsemeat, I wonder if they sell it as beef...")

Here are interesting excerpts:

"Mexico does not have a huge appetite for horsemeat like some parts of Europe, but we're told some markets sell the meat masquerading it as beef. "

"The slaughter industry always is telling everyone these horses are old and sick, and this is a humane alternative for them. They fail to point out even government studies show that 90 percent of these horses are sound, good horses," Heyde said.

At least one of the American horses KENS saw in Mexico was clearly nearing the end of a hard life, but most appeared young and healthy. One was pregnant.

Supporters of a law prevent to prevent the slaughter of horses at home and across the border argue the practice is about profit, not humanely ending a horse's life.

The bill to ban horse slaughter was passed by the U.S. House of Representatives a few months ago. The Senate may vote on the bill before the end of the year.

For more on efforts to support the ban, visit www.saplonline.org/Alerts/102506.htm.

Anita, I know everyone is pushing really hard. What I didn't realize was how it was affecting my normal routine- like eating dinner. I'm not lately, and when I log on to read, I notice that my stomach knots up with worry.

ACN for Bobby!!! Just what I needed to hear!
Alex...thanks for the articles.

Leslie...thanks for the answer to my question about Gallant Secret. I think this must have happened just before I found TWR...I would definately have remembered. I know that Gallant Secret was a very special girl and I often look at her pictures, but now I know why she meant so much to everybody here. How tragic.

I wonder why they didn't use the recovery pool for her and yet it's routine for Bobby. I thought New Bolton used it for all horses coming out of anaesthetic because it's so much safer. That's a mystery. If anyone can link me to 'Barbaro's Dream' I would be grateful.

Shelley...thanks for search tip. I understand how it feels now to be emotionally close to a horse and then lose them. I want to see the horses I've come to know and love run, but there's always that fear that it could happen to them. I've been distraught over Dessie, but if only they could all have his life...that would a perfect world.

Lou Ann...Dessie was something else, wasn't he? The tributes just go on and on and I'm reading every one of them. I'm glad you sent a card to Fondmort! Hopefully we'll have some more good news about him today. My fingers and toes are crossed for his full recovery.

Back to work on this still very murky day!

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I'm on a roll again:

Phil Rogers DID ask me to keep him updated, right?? Well, here's what I'm sending him today:

Mr. Rogers:

In the last two days, S. 1915 has gained five more co-sponsors. They are: Senators Clinton, Akaka, Biden, Murray and Mikulski. There are now 33 co-sponsors adding their names to that of Senator Ensign, the original sponsor. This morning I was informed that Senators DeMint and Lautenberg have added their names to the letter Senator Landrieu has sent regarding this bill.

Over half the Senate is co-sponsoring S.1915. It is vital that Senator Frist introduce a motion to proceed on this bill, without amendments. As you know, he is the key person with regards to getting it onto the floor for a vote this year.

American people have spoken and over half the Senate is listening. Unfortunately, our own two senators are still sending the same canned responses as always. Senator Durbin makes no commitment at all. In speaking with one of Senator Obama's aides, I was told that "Senator Obama will probably sign it if it comes up for a vote this year". Unfortunately, as of today, neither of them has shown that they are listening to their constituents. Neither has stepped forward to sponsor S. 1915, and neither has signed Senator Landrieu's letter.

It is my wish that this bill passes this year. What a wonderful Christmas present that would be, not only to the American public, but to our American horses as well.

Thank you,

Cora M. Adelizzi

I haven't hit the send yet, just in case anyone thinks of something valuable to add.

#### Anna in TX - I'm so sorry to hear about the effects to your eating dinner, and how your stomach knots up when you read about this. My own reaction is a welling up of tears and deep sorrow. But just think about all the people working so hard for the ban, that has to lift your spirits. There is so much cruelty in this world, wouldn't it be wonderful if the ban passed this year...

I just received two emails, one from Obama and one from Dick Durbin, Illinois, saying they both support S1915...

Hey, I was able to get my message out to a real live person in Senator Frist's office - I did not get transfered for a change. A nice young woman with a southern accent.
Yeah!

Daryl,

What a Riot!! Love that I'm not the only one who's been doing that!!

jock4hire (lj)

Robin

I'm wondering if you could email me those responses from Obama and Durbin. I recieved a form-type letter yesterday from Durbin that doesn't sound anything like your letter. He was pretty unbiased on the whole issue.
Would you mind?
tyedyed14@yahoo.com
Thanks
Therese

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You know, if we save all these wonderful responses we've been getting, we could probably go into business-selling canned cr*p!!

The senators are sure trying to feed it to us, maybe we should sell it back to them-and use the money to help the horses!!!

CORA-IL -

Letter is great!

Good morning, Champ:
So comforting to see ACN. Have a great day of healing!
Love to Barbaro! America's spirit!
Daryl

Hi All

This is going GREAT. Five new co-sponsors in the last few days!! And more signatures on Senator Landrieu's letter!! We are seeing signs of progress.

Be aware, the senate is different than the house and that's why our assignment was altered slightly......which seems to be working in our favor.

There are professional lobbyists that have been working on this for years. They need our calls.
So please keep calling your senators, calling Senator Frist and expanding your network of people to make these calls.

As we have been told, S1915 can be slipped in at anytime. It is one of those things that may not even be announced in advance. That's why it's crucial that we stay on those phones and keep the momentum going!! Get those phones ringing in the morning so they know of the support even before they go to chambers in the afternoon

Love to Barbaro...

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There's a lot be said for "visulization." Some may think this sounds a little over the top. But I've read a lot about this practice. So along with contacting our senators and praying to God and the Angels, try visulizing that you are hearing the news that S.1915 has passed. Really focus on it. If there's enough energy in this direction, well, we'll see won't we? I've been visualizing Barbaro grazing back home with Mom and Dad Jackson.

Barbaro is miraculous and has inspired us so much in so many ways and I think we are all caught up in miracles right now. It's awesome.

ACN, great, great, great! I'm not able to bring up a new NBC update on their website--they still list the Nov. 6 update as the latest. Wonder how all of you got a later one yesterday? My Ohio senators still are not listed as co-sponsors of S1915. I'll call them today, and Frist. Sen. DeWine just got heavily defeated, so maybe he won't try; but I will!

Peggy from NEOhio, now Arizona for the winter

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Anna in TX: Also sorry about your dinner probs. This is so difficult to understand . . . unless you factor in the greed issue. It seems like such a no-brainer, doesn't it?

Horses are saved. Breeders become more responsible. Horse owners, and prospective owners, look ahead and plan, rather than just losing interest and taking an easy way out.

The SHs are gov. subsidized. Couldn't those few employees be hired to work with retired horses using monies the gov. has perviously sent to the SHs? Everybody wins.

Can you imagine the support those SHs would receive if they were transformed into retirement villages? And, the positive effect such work would have on the previous employees?

Maybe, I'm just a dreamer, but I BELIEVE IN SOLUTIONS!

Keep up the calls, everyone! We seem to be being heard!

IF YOU HAVEN'T SEEN A MIRACLE TODAY, YOU AIN'T PAYIN' ATTENTION!!!

Alex....good morning to you ....may I say AGAIN...how much I appreciate everything you do for this site!!!

Bobbycakes..ACN heal sweet prince of CHAMPIONS!

##Mary S.
Welcome back to the site.. Reading the posts, I know you are soothing to many of the FOB's.

I would like to add to your quote last night and this morning (post time 1:08) from Romans 8:38-39. This would help "me" with my spiritual concerns:

"For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God,
which is in Christ Jesus our Lord."

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Hi to Cora, Renee, Dora, David, Linda H and all the FOB's out there. Prayers for all who need them..let us know!

I'm off to hit the phones today...took too much time off yesterday...be back later today to read the posts and see what has happened.

Cora, your letter is wonderful! You have a great writing style...

Linda R

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Good Morning D'Anne

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Cora's writing style matches her great personality.

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I appreciate that, Linda.
I'm always worried about mistakes and omissions. I don't trust me when it comes to remembering all the details.

That's why I always count on you guys.

OMG: Are you sweet, Renee.
Thank you.

Hi all, I'm better late than never today. Just can't get rolling yet. However I've read all the
posts to energize myself and now I'm ready to call and email ! Wish I had a fax too.

ACN Barbaro, you are our greatest inspiration.Lead on and we will follow.

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Cora,
Have you sent your letter yet?
Cheers,
Friar Tuck

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No Friar, I haven't. Do you have something to add or correct for me????

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Cora -
Great letter! I especially love the end. Isn't that the truth.

I just read that Hard Spun might run on Dec 2 in a stakes race at Laurel Park, or he will wait until the newly rescheduled Pa Nursery Stakes sometime in mid December. SHELLY, is Mr Boxcar going to possibly be running in it still? Rick Porter said that the race at Delta Downs that they were possibly going to run him in is too much of a jump for him. I am not sure which race that was, but It looks like he may go to Laurel or stay in where he is for now.

Good Morning all FOB's and to the WONDERHORSE himself (Barbaro that is!)Hello to you too ALEX! When will we see a photo of Chappy girl? :-)

Just sharing an excerpt from Joe at TB Friends daily blog:

"A cute dark bay filly came off the slaughter truck yesterday, and there is old mud caked in her mane. I tell the driver Bobby he should put a bell on his truck. Like the ice cream man. He could drive around the county with his bell clanging, and ranchers would race out of their houses to save a horse. Bobby thinks I am looney. He sees fields of horses on my ranch, and calls me the crazy man. And then he gets on Interstate 5 for the two and a half day trip to Texas. 14 horses on the slaughter truck yesterday. As Bobby pulls away the little filly rears and kicks in the driveway. A gleam in her eyes. Her weight is decent, and her feet are in good shape. She is probably a thoroughbred. I name her Honey Bunch, after my favorite cereal. She is wormed and vaccinated. Given a tub of sweet feed. Out to the fields goes Honey Bunch, and Cathy will clean her mane this weekend. Cathy does the makeovers. A whole new look for Honey Bunch..."

FOB's and Joe's blog are my inspiration . . .

Carol
San Diego

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Excellent..

Could you modify the line that says "over half the senate is co-sponsoring" and the line that says "American people have spoken and over half the senate is listening"

If we have 34 co-sponsors (which by the way is a tremendous amount of support for a senate bill!)
out of 100 senators, shouldn't that number be closer to one-third or 30%...?

[Of course at this rate with the enthusiasm of FsOB by next week we could well have 50%!!]

Cheers,
Friar Tuck

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Friar Tuck
I was wondering about that 50% part too. I'm making both of those changes right now.

Thank you for your help.

Forgot the link in my previous post - if you want to read the whole story:

http://www.tbfriends.com/

Carol
San Diego

Good Morning Barbaro! I'm so glad you continue to get stronger!

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Friends of Barbaro,

My posts have been few and far between for the past few weeks as my grandmother has been suffering with congestive heart failure.

She passed away yesterday. She was 94 years old and she was my very best friend in the world. When I was growing up she would take me to her sister's farm and she taught me to love and care for horses as well as ride them. Such peaceful, long, picturesque rides we took together. Now the memories are all I have and I will cherish every one of them.

If I know my gram, she's caring for and loving all of the horses in heaven. They are lucky to have her, I know I was.

God Bless Joe at TB Friends!!!!

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Designgirl7; I am very sorry about your loss. It sounds like your grandmother was a very sweet lady and you two had a lot in common and spent some wonderful time together.

Carol,
I like your style! Looney is a good thing,I'll ring that bell for miles and miles. Where is the truck? Big hugs for what you do. Honey Bunch, welcome home.

Designergirl,

My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family now. So sorry for your loss. Your grammy sounds like she was a wonderful woman, and I know you have already asked her to look out for all our 4 legged friends we have lost over the years....bless you.

#### Carol San Diego - Thanks for the excerpt from Joe at TB Friends daily blog. Tears welled up again... Do you have the site address for TB Friends daily blog?

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Friar

I changed the first sentence to read "over 30%" and the second one to read "one third". Following the sentence with one third, I added another sentence. "This is a tremendous amount of support for a Senate bill", which I LOVE the sound of!!

Thanks again Friar. This letter sounds stronger now for those changes.

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Designgirl7 - I am so very sorry for your loss. In the quiet you will be able to feel your Gram - I believe they do stay for a while. God bless you and your family.

Love, Light and Protection

Carol - just saw the addy on a later post. Thanks.

Jo

Test

Lynda

Yes, Boxcar is scheduled for the PA Nursery. I'm REALLY hoping that Hard Spun will be pointed in a different direction LOL.
But who knows how good he can be if he waits for the gate to open!!!

Designgirl7,
I am so sorry for the loss of your Grandmother. I had the same kind of relationship with mine. We always miss them, they are a very special part of our lives. Just remember this...She will always carry you. She will be with you, and you will know it.

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Awww, I'm so sorry Designgirl. Hold on to all the good memories you can.

Cora,

I am also afraid that Sen Frist will just ignore the bill. When I call his office, I am telling them there are 5 more cosponsors for a total of 33 and please not to ignore our bipartisan request to put the bill on the calendar. ai'm trying anything to get his attention!!

Barbaro...

So you continue to know. God is watching over you as you heal. He is holding you and all your caregivers in his arms. He NEVER lets us go. Keep resting my pal.

You are so LOVED! Scratches on your ears, kisses on your face, and hugs on your neck.

You won't ever understand it, but your life has changed so many. Of course that is God trying to get his message to US. God wanted us to have the EDEN life.

Horse Hands Across America and the World!
Keep the Faith!
Hoofray! Hoofray! Hoofray!

I read Joe at TB Friends blogs everyday and it spurs me on.

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Love & prayers to all. Weather horrible, electricity popping on/off. thunder/lightening,gotta shutdown.

BARBARO-hope it is not bad where you are! have fun big ole boy!

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Patty:

I keep Frist up to date too-whether he wants to hear it or not. In my first call this morning, I also told him that "today would be a perfect day to introduce the motion...........etc.

Dora,
I hope you are OK?

Designgirl17 - my heart goes out to you. I remember when you first posted that your Grammy was having difficulties. I prayed every day for her and she is now in a much better place. I know you will keep her memory strong within you as that is an honor God has entrusted you with.

Peace be with you.

Linda R

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Don't worry about Dora, Renee. Shes got Popeye to protect her. LOL

### The sheriff of Maricopa County (greater Phoenix area) is a huge supporter of animal rights and severely prosecutes neglect/abuse cases. I have sent an email and will follow up with a fax and call. My friend bought a beautiful mustang at a mustang/burro adoption - and beautiful Bella - had experienced extensive training at a prison facility in Canon City, Colorado. It is my understanding that many prisons feature programs for re-training inmates to work with horses and animals - for future adoption. I am thinking that perhaps some of our FOB's could do some checking ....... and make new connections for perhaps additional PR - and for more folk to call into the senators .......
These are wonderful programs for animals and inmates alike ...... and a place and opportunity for horses to go to live and prosper.

Sherry - Arizona

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Popeye and his chicken?

#### Designgirl7 - All my sympathy, but you are blessed with golden memories...

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DESIGNGIRL17

My deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your Gram - it sounds like you two shared some wonderful experiences together, and I personally feel a sense of comfort that all of our horse angels - Darlin', Pine Island, Lost in the Fog, Dessie - and unfortunately others too numerous to mention, now have a very special person just waiting to groom them all!
Love to you, dear!
Nancy

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Sherry,

Animal Planet used to have a program that showed inmates training dogs for adoption. It is a great program and only "deserving" inmates get the dogs. In all cases the program brought peace and calm and kindness to the inmate.

Ro & Brady

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Cora,
Sounds great! (Even better, it's true!)
Cheers,
Friar Tuck

####Renee

Popeye with chicken and spinach. Sounds like Chicken Florentine to me.

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Thank you Friar

On that positive note, I'm off to hit the send button.

### Cora,
Yummy.

Designgirl17...
Our blessings and sympathy to you. Losing someone you love is hard...may God give you comfort and peace...

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My spell checker has a warped sense of humor.
It wanted me to change Obama's to Osama's. Gee, he hasn't co-sponsored, but he isn't THAT bad.

OKAY, called the Senators, but I am tired of talking to his machine and my new approach will be to ALSO call his TN office, it can't hurt.

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SHELLEY A -

Sorry, but when does Mr. Boxcar race?

DEBBIE L.A. -

YOU GOT IT!

Good Morning Gang.

DesignGirl7, you have my sympathy and prayers.

Thanks Socorro for your link at 12:55PM. I voted and left a comment.

Hi Alex. Sorry it is foggy and soupy. It was 12 degrees here this AM.

Dear Socorro and all FOBs:
I'm glad you enjoyed the story. I've invested myself fully into this project. Barbaro changed my life. I did not know about horse slaughtering before coming to TWR. Sometimes it gets very tough, the sad stories such as the Missouri horses. I can't believe we can do this in what is supposed to be the most civilized nation on earth. As a species I believe it is our responsibility to care for this planet. And a huge component in that care is to nurture and protect all life, not kill it! I will fight to no end to stop this industry. The next step in our moral progression, both as a species and as a nation, is when the slaughterhouses are shut down. I also find I need my sense of humor to negate the sadness of the journey we are on. I am a male, but I cry and I cry hard. And often, as I see the horrors these innocent animals suffer from the dark side of the human heart. I use my humor to stay attached to realities. As an example, American Airlines ships, I believe, the vast majority of "horse meat" (horses ARE NOT meat)overseas. AA has a very large number of employees in Tulsa, where I visit my son for a couple months. So last week I went to their employee parking lot and put Humane Society National Call In Day flyers on every windshield. I also make presentations to small groups about hs. One individual, pro-slaughter, brought up the insane argument about too many horses around if the bill goes through. He wanted a concrete answer on what will be done with all these EXTRA horses. I took the high road. I told him that I had not thought of that angle. I said perhaps he was right and one morning we'd wake up and there'd be horses on our front yards. They'd be having races in our streets. Little ponies dreaming of growing up to be Barbaro. Hundreds of little ponies dreaming of becoming a Big Boss Horse. Visions in their heads of being on TV and biting a CBS reporter. And the problems we would have in getting our morning coffee. Starbucks would be overrun with horses ordering lattes. Most of them in the drive-up lane. And not being able to get a seat in any coffee house because you got these darn ol' horses sitting around reading their Daily Racing Forms. "Hay, did you see Invasor make that move? Pretty good, huh?" An older horse responds, "Sonny, he and any of today's kids would be swamped by Big Red!" On and on and on! And movie theatres. Thank the good lord for stadium seating. At least we can see between their ears. So I told him maybe he was right. Maybe this could turn into "Planet of the Horses!" and we'd all become slaves in a new world order where horses rule. A horse in the White House! A horse in the Kremlin! Imagine that summit meeting! Anyway, sorry for the long post. Just needed to dialogue! It's off to the phones. I will never let Barbaro, Darlin' and all our beloved horses down.
Daryl!

### Ro and Brady - Yes .... I see it as a "win-win" ....... the inmates learn new skills - the animals become more adoptable - and both seemingly find the love and compassion badly needed. Could be seen as great rehap for both inmates and animals -
Off to make more calls/faxes - and to expand my "circle" of connections.

Sherry - Arizona

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Sherry,
I'm familiar with that. I love Sheriff Joe because he loves animals so much.

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Designgirl17,
So sorry about your grandma. Grandmas are VERY special people. God Bless.

### Oh, Daryl ...... I do love your humor and passion for the cause ...... and endless energy !! Looking forward to meeting you during your stay in Arizona !!!

Sherry

Way to go Daryl....don't EVER give up the fight. I am with you 110%

Awesome.

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Oh yeah, those horses in the Starbucks drive up are going to be a REAL problem. LOLOL

Thanks for the best laugh I've had in a while.

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Daryl:

I LOVE it, that's a classic!!

Hi Barbaro -- Congratulations on your new bandage, and your new stall. Great news on your right hind, nice work, mister! Sending you all the very best wishes for a grand day, a grand week, and lots of healthy growth on the left hind. You know what to do, just eat, grow, and nip whoever isn't watching.

Woke up early to call Sens, Frist, Boxer, and Feinstein. Sen Feinstein's aide is nice and cheery - maybe because she was re-elected!? Hopefully we all are able to keep the call levels up so the bill is put on the calendar.

Always nice to hear that Barbaro continues to do well and heal. What an amazing story he is in many ways. Though I have not been in on the beginning of getting HR503 passed and getting S1915 up for a vote, I really feel a part of it all. Thanks everyone for letting me help.

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MARGIE -

Thanks, it is now up to 69% for the Bill. CathyMc is the original poster of the link.

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Designgirl7
I am so very sorry for your loss. I know that you have just lost you're best friend and the emptiness must be overwhelming. You were blessed to have such a wonderful relationship. Know that she is now watching over you. You will never be alone.

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One TB with cream to go.

Dearest Barbaro,

So glad to hear Dr. Anderson's positive report! I'm also glad you like your new stall, it's nice for you to have a bit more room to move around in. Keep healing Sweetheart and stay happy. I love you Honey and look forward to the day you can go home.

Alex, thank you, thank you, thank you for all the great work you do for us. You truly are an amazing and dedicated man with a heart of gold. We love you!

Rosemarie + Sherry - I remember that show on Animal Planet, it was called Cell Dogs. It was a really great show. Some of the inmates had never had animal companions before. They really became attached to their trainees. They had one with male inmates and another with female inmates. I wonder why they have not done more? It really seemed to benefit all involved.

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Sherry,
Thanks for that information about inmates working with animals. I have also seen a program on this work being done with all sorts of people - from people in hospitals to those in jail and think it is a great program and very healing for everyone involved. Animals are non-judgemental and accepting which can be very healing for these people and in some cases the only time in their lives they have experienced love and affection.

Barbaro, appreciative with his bigger stall. How sweet is he.

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Renee

He's so sweet that he should be MY HORSE!!!!!

I WANT HIM!!!!! HeH

## Debbie B - I would think the programs are expensive to fund ..... I do know that when my friend bought his mustang, Bella .... the untrained mustangs went for $100 or so ......
but .... the 4 trained (by inmates) were involved in a regular bidding process - and she went to the highest bidder. In this case - $1200 of the $1400 went back to the prison and the rest to the BLM. Another friend recently told me that trained mustangs had gone for less than $500 at an adoption he'd gone to. I, for one, would like to see lots more tax $$$'s head in this direction .... it is so worthwhile for both inmates and animals. Here come the FOB's ....
"prison reform !!!" Daryl ?????

Sherry - Arizona

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Good Morning FOPB Family
Here's my Call report:
Frist...I asked to speak to a person familiar with S1915, got transferred and was told Bill was still in Committee.....DUH!!!!
Stevens....Devon said Commerce is still working on Appropriation Bills but Stevens was "hopeful" about our Bill.....HUMH?
Boxer...I always ask that she use her influence in Commerce to get the Bill out.
Feinstein...I keep asking her to sign Landrieu's letter.

Everyone....please remember in calling to ask the Senators to sign Landrieu's letter.

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This was just posted on the DB.

7 -LITTLE SHOW DOGS (maltese,Poms, Taco bell dogs)WERE STOLEN OUT OF A VAN(broke the window)IN GREENSBORO NC on 11/12/06.

HERE ARE 2 LINKS TO THE SITE.

I AM HAVING TROUBLE PASTING THE INFO HERE, SO HOPEFULLY THE LINKS WILL OPEN.

LOST AND FOUND -PHOTOS

LOST AND FOUND

THIS IS WHY THIS FORUM IS SO PRECIOUS.

WE CAN HELP SAVE LIVES !

#####Nancy J, your help is a welcome addition! Welcome aboard.

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It would help if I posted the links

LOST&FOUNDPHOTOS

LOST&FOUND

Ro & Brady

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Designgirl, so very sorry for the loss of your best friend. You'll always have so many wonderful memories.

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Daryl, you are so inspiring.

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Soccoro, thanks for the post - I voted in my 2 cents worth.

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Why am I hungry for Popeye's???

Dear Martita,

Once again, you touch my soul deeply. Thank you.

So many things to be thankful for as the holiday draws near: Barbaro's continued healing and good spirits, his new real estate/stall, and the unflagging devotion from his connections and fans.

Also, I am very thankful for all that Alex does to keep us informed. All his efforts are deeply appreciated.

Rosemary in NE Ohio- Thank you for the tip on the blanket. My hubby is going to be ordering one for me for my birthday. It is really beautiful. I will get to sleep with Bobby keeping me warm.

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Just being suspicious and cynical today. I am beginning to realize that there are more and more people out there raising horses specifically for meat. As if there isn't enough food to eat! But what really worries me is this drought here in the west and these people now cannot afford to feed these horses and are just sending them out to pasture to "let nature take its' course". (As was posted by someone in the DB). After S1915 passes, we need to start making sure laws are enforced.

Gang, I am a different person than I was 6 months ago. Aren't all of you?

Barbaro has a new stall??

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Margie - No doubt about that. We are all wiser and more driven for all animals than when we started here.

Forgive my naivete but I have never joined a blog. This is important though. My sophmore is working on an assignment due Friday for Honors English. The assignment is to write an issue-based letter to a politician about an issue of great personal concern. My child LOVES horses, hence will be writing a letter about the anti slaughter legislation, addressed to our senator.

Here is where I need your help. With a heavy school load there is not lots of extra time to thoroughly research the House Bill and Senate Bill. We needs links to sites that are fact-based. We all share a common emotional link here. We needs facts that can quickly be crafted into a one page, 5 paragraph letter. I will check this site at 3pm EST for any links to sites about these bills. Thanks so much

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Debbie B
Where did you see a Barbaro blanket. What a great way to keep warm and sleep.

Margie and Kathy J
You are both right. I know I have learned so much. My eyes are wider open to horses. I drive with one eye on the road and one looking for trucks that may have horses in them. I might be gutsey enough to follow and ask where they are bringing the horses?

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Big B. has a larger stall? I am packing my camp cot into the Montero as we speak! I'll post again once I get into Chester County. Renee, meet me at NBC with the blankets and your cot.

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Margie,
Hurry...I'm already here.

GOOD NEWS! Just read on another board that Sen Mikulski from MD just signed on today as another co-sponsor of S1915-that will make 33.

Also found this link to a Washington think tank poll on the issue--please vote.

WASHINGTON THINK TANK POLL

Cathy

Posted by: CathyMc at November 15, 2006 6:47 AM

Cathy, thank you for the post. I voted on the site at 8:54 a.m., Pacific time. The count at the time was 70% in favor of the bill, 30% opposed. I don't know how to do a quick link, but if anyone wants to vote, you can scroll up to Cathy's link. I just thought it deserved a copy and paste for anyone coming in from the West Coast and for anyone who scrolls from the bottom up. Thanks again Cathy.

Does "larger stall" mean that maybe he's out of ICU?

annie,
I think he will be there until the hoof grows out.

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Me too, Renee. One eye on the road and the other eye looking for any horses I see in the fields around here, assessing their condition. Cattle trucks, and double deckers are a common sight around here.

THANK YOU, DR. KATHY! It is so good to see your positive report. It is invaluable to get your insights, since you know Barbaro so very well.

He is such a sweet guy and and seems to be so appreciative of things done for him. I'm happy he has new larger digs..

We all love him so..

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Margie,
We don't see that up here, but you never know. Usually we will see horse trailers with cute hinies out the back.

Renee: That's what I thought, too. But wasn't sure. Hope he still has a window!

Good morning Barbaro! Such good news about you this morning, I hope you like your new bigger stall , you'll have more room to move around if you can't go outside because of the weather. Lots of hugs and kisses to you Bobby Jackson!
*Designgirl- I am so sorry about your Gramma passing away, she will always be with you in spirit and in your heart.
*Socorro- I wrote a comment too to the Washington site and voted, thanks for telling us about it. When I saw Daryls post I thought to myself GO DARYL!
That is great news about the new 3 on the cosponsor list, maybe today we'll have more to add, all of you are doing a fantastic job.
That is a touching story about Joe and the T.B that colt will be so happy now and well cared for, my prayers go out to the other horses on that trailer headed to TX.Pray for miracles they do happen, Barbaro is a living miracle.
mary mi

annie,
I'm sure he has only the best.

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Designgirl7

So sorry about your Gram, my two are in heaven also, helping take care of all the critters as well.

When someone I was very close to passes I like to think that I have a personal guardian angel. You know your Gram is watching over you now...

Sherry in Az.
Just scanning quickly but do I see that you are talking about Sheriff Joe Arpaio? That man IS the man! He loves animals. In fact, one night one of the Phoenix TV stations ran an interview with his wife. She said he told her not to tell the public about his affection for animals in that it would ruin his tough guy image. She was joking of course. In that piece it showed how he fixed up an old, I think, jail and housed lost dogs and cats. Everyday he brought inmates to care for them. Sheriff Joe, America's Sheriff. Tough on crime, tough on the bad guys, loving and caring for the innocent! It does not get any better!
LOL Daryl!
And looking forward to meeting you!
Hey, maybe we can get a few horses and walk around Arizona Mills. They have those cobblestone floors. Can you imagine the sound of hooves on that floor? And we can take our beloved equine into stores and try on hats and stuff. And wouldn't it be fun to go to the food court and have them stand in front of Paradise Cafe and stare at the carrots?

Off to do some faxing now. Please everyone, let's keep this going. We are so very much needed!

###Renee, have a nice lunch! LOL

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

Posted by: Mary S at November 15, 2006 1:10 PM

Hello Mary S.,

I'm so happy to see your postings today. They're wonderful, like you. Thank you Mary.

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I hope his new roomier stall is also complete with a t.v. He can watch all the reruns of Mr. Ed with Renee and Margie.

Barbaro... Way to MOVE!

Jefferson TV show song comes to mind...

We're Movin On Up!

Still waiting to meet you in a big field, with Hot Dogs, Soda, and warm sun on your sweet back.

Horse Hands Across America and the World!
Keep the Faith!
Hoofray! Hoofray! Hoofray!

Good Luck to Snuff Box today as he makes his debut in the 6th at Aqueduct.

###Thanks Margie. You're so cute.

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One more thing. The Queen is going to the Kentucky Derby next year? I read that somewhere. I just love Her Majesty. Someone by the name of Elizabeth posts here. Could it be????

###Kathy J,
Aren't you joining us?

Renee & Margie - Funny! Say hi to Barbaro for me and give him ONE BIG KISS! OK Maybe more...

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BDude! You chow hound you! Eat a great breakfast and have a wonderful, active day!

Your friends from Washington

Julie, Lola, Cecil, Monique and Lola

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Karen in Las Vegas

Great news about Sen.Mikulski! I have been calling and e-mailing her for a couple of months, will have to e-mail her a thank you

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OK BDude I put Lola twice because that's just the kind of girl she is--

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I just called Sen. Burns. I got my pal Katie. I said that if he feels he can't support that he should please remain neutral.

Katie said she doesn't think he will remain neutral, but she doesn't think he will block it.

As always, she's her huffy little self. I asked her to give him my message.
His other people are so nice, then there's her.

I'm not sure if that was a good response or a bad response from her, but to me it sounds a little better. It sounds like he'll vote no, but he won't stop it from being voted on.

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Anita,
I know I'll go into shock when I see him and just stare at his beauty. When I come out of it guaranteed he will get many kisses and hugs.

Margie will start it.

Has anyone heard how Rachel at KF is doing? I hope she is better. I miss her.

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Cora,
I have to call my friend Katie(pickelpuss)and ask her the same thing. I'm in my suit of armour.

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Beware, Renee. She seemed really out of sorts today.

HARD AT WORK

Laurie H. in Mn.

In case you missed my earlier post: You owe me minutes. I called and called all day. Used your "voice" when I called back. One aide laughed and asked what I was doing. I said I was cheating. I told him I called in earlier in support of S. 1915 and I wanted another message left but wasn't sure if he'd take more than one from a person. He said my girl imitation was so horrible he would include my message. Anyway, I'm on the Mn. and Iowa border. It is so cold I can only say: "I want my mommy!" Oh well! Only there for six days and then Az. Take care!
Daryl in Mn.

Posted by: Daryl Smoliak at November 15, 2006 1:54 AM

Daryl, you are adorable! I know that is not usually something a man wants to hear (or read in this case) but I hope you know what I mean! LOL Thank you for all your efforts! Here's a warm hug for you! :)

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Cora,
Isn't she lovely. She told me the same thing through her snorts, grunts, hisses and spitting. Grace school would not her in the least.

Everyone,

I just read this post on the message board. It looks important.

2538.1

IMPORTANT UPDATE ON SB 1915 - HORSE SLAUGHTER LEGISLATION

11/16/06 8:17 AM PST

I just talked to Kathryn O'Mara in Senator Ensign's office. Sen Ensign is a Sponsor of the bill. They are working hard to get SB 1915 attached to another bill, not to get it passed as a seperate piece of legislation. She said their best shot on getting it passed is on December's Omnibus bill. This is a bill that is done at the end of the year that encompasses the last minute legislation from many different areas, education, energy, etc. The chicken soup of legislation. She said the best thing to do is to continue to call your Senators, and Senator Frist & Senator McConnell asking them -- not to get SB 1915 on the calender -- but to Co-Sponsor and if they're not willing to do that -- to SUPPORT SB 1915 TO PASS THIS SESSION IN ANY WAY POSSIBLE.

The calls are definately making a difference! Good job guys, I call just about everyday and they definately make note of whose calling about what. Keep up the good work!

A good tip on calling (i used to be a lobbyist in Washington, D.C. for 10 years) is to ask for the person that handles Agriculture for the Senator....and then to really politely talk to them....acknowledge what they have done and to push the above message. If you get a VM, make sure to say Support Horse Slaughter Legislation in your first breath as they will quickly listen to calls and erase.

Pass on the word!

Thanks!

Lisa Lashaway

DesignGirl

I am so very sorry. My love and prayers to you and your family

Cheryl

Mom on a mission go to:

www.equineadvocates.com

can someone post T.Bonne Pickens site also,please

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I hope Dora and all ur FOB in the southern states are OK. There are some pretty severe storms running from Lousianna to Florida.

Good Morning All

Thanks for the news, Alex. Great news!

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Chris I think that was the same young lady I spoke to yesterday and I think her name is Jeanette. WOOOHOOOO!! getting straight through is GREAT!

Will check in later with everyone, hope you are all well. You too, Mr BJ

Love you all

Cheryl

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Renee

I could be wrong, but I think Katie is still young enough to not be able to speak/debate politely with someone who doesn't agree with her.

I've had looong conversations with Ellen. She's a gem. She is pro-slaughter, but we have had the most pleasant conversations. I never hang up feeling like I was just in a war of words.

Very cute, puts a smile on your face.

Adorable

Ro & Brady

Good Afternoon Champ. I am thrilled to hear that you are getting used to less hardware. I am sure you love your new stall. Give it a good roll and it will smell just like the old one. Hope you get to graze today. Be careful, Love you lots big guy.

xoxoxoxox

Alex, you continue to amaze me with your ability to get the updates on Barbaro. You are ingenious and the epitome of persistance. All of Barbaro's fans thank you.