I can't believe that after all these months, I'm the first.

Good morning, Barbaro. And happy travels, Alex.

Thank you, Alex, for everything! I hope to see you in Las Vegas. Please make sure that you call when you get to town!

Have a great weekend, everyone!

Yvonne in Las Vegas

### Laurie H

I just read last night's posts. I am so happy you chose Montego. When you told me about her a few weeks ago I knew she was the one you were supposed to have..I'm glad you changed your mind about not getting her and listened to the whisper.

### The famblee came together yesterday, so many names I had not seen in a long time. For the first time in a long time, the famblee's love was united and you could feel Barbaro's presence in every post.

I caught glimpses of him all day yesterday, flashes of brown in my corner vision and felt the swish of his mane and tail across my face and arms. Yes, I would tell him, I know, I know, I read your frens from long ago coming back to tell you how much they love you. He was proud and happy and shaking his mighty head, pawing the ground with his hoof..
He still leads the Barbaro Nation and wants us to stay together and do his work . That's what he told me, so that's what we must do.

I Believe.

Hiya, FsOB! Alex, if today is your final day at Fair Hill, may it be filled with sunshine & good rides. Do you plan to adjourn to "The Whip" for a Tetley with your colleagues? Enjoy your evening, if you do head out for some well-deserved fun & frolic! Peace & good wishes from Robyn, Brent, & Nikita (the horse-loving Husky)

#### To Laurie H.: Congrats about Montego and I am glad to hear your good report about Bart last PM.
To Otherlyn: A BEAUTIFUL installment of the saga...
To Lisa Leach: How are your sweet boxers doing these days? Nikita heard me come down to the 1st floor and now she is ensconed on the sofa, watching the river, just like in the good old days when I would check for the phrase "ACN".
To Harriette: So grand that Barbaro's presence touched your yesterday! ****

CHAPTER UPDATE !!!

"ONLY A MOMENT BEFORE..." Chap 15 is on the DB under BARBARO thread.

The white mare, then spoke in words:

"The good and the bad of the otherplace often fades in the peace of Thisgoodplace, but Love stays. Love is always remembered, with songs and honor."

"You, and the Love of your Frens, will always be a part of our song.

...for all who are left, betrayed, and forgotten, the Love of the Frens of the Great Prince, is their only comfort.

Love follows Love, Great Prince, and you are its touchstone. Someday, the peace of Thisgoodplace will find its way to your Frens."

" I tell you now, for THEIR hearts to know:

The 400 did not feel pain as they stepped into the blood. Angels came to hold them. Your frens DID save them."

Dear Frens,

They are only a thought away. Enjoy the story. It is a gift of comfort.

The weekend, when many of us have a little more time, is a very good time to make your calls and leave VoiceMail at the offices of the Legislators.

Send lots of e-mail too. Yes?

God speed OCTAVE today. I have been watching her since summer of '06. She is a great filly, and quite beautiful too.

Lord, please keep them safe.

Tim, Thank You. Alex, Thank You. Frens, Thank You.

Loving you all.

^-^ O

Good morning all ( from a very, very soggy UK)

Two months rainfall in one day (not where I live thankfully), so racing is disrupted today and some of the trainers in Lambourn are awash. I hope the horses are coping.

Thank you to everyone for all the brilliant posts yesterday. Good to see old names reappear and some lovely poems.
### Pamela, thanks for a wonderful dollop of nostalgia.
###BobbieB. I hope Nick the Arabian is hanging on in there. Thank you for the invitation (you too Robyn), I'd love to get over the pond and visit.
###Joan Roya. Thank you for the list. I have often thought the FOB names could be incorporated into a list-type poem (a la Adrian Henry) and you can substitute them for the lyrics of 'We didn't light the fire' by Billy Joel.

### OK Liz,
You just re-enforced my mental image of "umbrellas in London."
..it's still a pretty picture. I hope the sun peaks at you soon.

^-^ O

g'morning~
it really hit this morning...I realized that the 'normal routine' (check in here each morning) is going to be different.
I don't know why it just hit, but it did. I was going to say I'd miss y'all, but I'm hoping not to- I'm hoping everyone sticks around.

Here's to a great Saturday and may they all come home safe!

Barbaro Cards

Harriette, I felt the same.

### Otherlyn

A bit more than umbrellas I'm afraid:

London flooding

Have to dash - my daughter is stranded in Bristol because of the severe weather and I have to figure out how to get her home!

What can I say that hasn't already been said? Maybe just this - there is no such thing as coincidence; everything happens for a reason. And what we put of ourselves out into the world, good or bad, is what will be returned to us. Alex and Tim, in your cases especially, I know there will be many, many blessings to come.

Best to all, always.

cyn

###
I am a "Silent One," but for the moment I will be vocal. Many thanks to Tim for hosting this site and Alex for "web-mastering" our occasionally fractious yet always devoted famblee. Best wishes to you both.

To read the Comments yesterday was a joy. I hope the new site will embody the spirit, commitment, and sense of obligation to a common goal that was present here yesterday. Barbaro taught us how to live with dignity while enjoying every precious moment, relishing the good and fighting the bad with equal vigor. Let's take that lust for life and the challenges it gives us to the new site.

Borrowing a bit from the Navajo Healing Chant- thank you Harriette- (just one of the wonderful things I have learned here these many months):

...Being as it used to be long ago, may we walk.
May it be beautiful before us.
May it be beautiful behind us.
May it be beautiful below us.
May it be beautiful above us.
May it be beautiful all around us.
In beauty it is finished.
In beauty it is finished...

And in beauty may it continue in our new home.

thank you, Carol B~

Thank you, Alex. Thank you, Tim.

This has been an amazing journey. We are all embarking on a new chapter built on this emotional bond and the opportunity for hope and awareness Barbaro provided.

Looking forward to more from you, Alex. Will keep checking in on Tim and the wonderful horses in his charge. Thank you for your large part in this, Tim. Alex, I wish you all wonderful things -- this truly changed your life and ours. I have very emotional memories of everything we shared here, whether posting or just reading, and all the updates on Barbaro, Fair Hill , Tim and the horses, all of it . . . Thank you.

It will always be ACN for Barbaro, with hooves that are whole and strong, with a bright eye and majestic spirit, and with NO hitch in his giddyap.

Thank you all.

Good morning everyone, glad we're still here!

Just reading over yesterday's lovely thank you's and farewells... too emotional for me to participate last night...

It has been a real pleasure sharing the last 14 months with you all. Time to move forward, which is a good thing (I think). I will be there with bells on, wherever "there" ends up being...

Thank you Barbaro- soul inspirer

5 great turf races today folks..ENJOY THEM..

Circular Quay on the turf???...next thing you know Pletcher may be selling the Brooklyn Bridge.

Could it be Rags to Riches is DUCKING Octave right now as she is in top form and Rags may not be????...just a thought.

Good morning, FOB's. I am in where ever the new site is to be.

Otherlyn, thank you for the White Mare's words.

Thank you to Alex and Tim for everything. Just let me know where the new site is and I do so enjoy the Forum.

Have a great day famblee, FOR BARBARO!

Morning all. Love to Barbaro. Thank you Alex and Tim.You have changed so many lives.

#########
Mike C.,

I am so glad to see your race posts! To me Saturday will forever me me a race day for me becuase of TWR.

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Vonda,

Congrats on the first post

# Morning all. The trip down memory lane yesterday was very special. As someone posted previously, I think it's hard to imagine TWR no longer being our home base because it is where we shared Barbaro's life. Relocating to a new place accenuates that Barbaro is no longer with us on earth. But he lives on in our hearts, and home is where the heart is.

I bet Alex is out shopping for a super duper cyber RV so he can take us all with him on his road trip!

WOW what a night for posts...last night was like a college reunion. AND A HORSE FOR LAURIE H!!! What a lucky critter...Good work Laurie.

I am off to get me and Boxer ready for our monthly outreach...check in later: love to all....Alex: it will be so exciting to see what our new "house" will be like...And Tim: thanks for the "rental" all these months///it has changed people's lives.

xxoo: j and the greyhounds.

To God, Our Journey Is As Important As Our Destination. Beth Moore

Rainbow Quest
I Will Follow
Where You Lead

We Are Famblee
We Go Together
It Is Love........

I Love You Alex
I Love You Tim
I Love You Angels
I Love The Most Beautiful Rainbow
Barbaro
He Appears In Signs
Gods Wonders........

Affirmed

Hi, all you animal lovers. This is really easy and helps animals in
need. Please pass this information on! The Animal Rescue Site is having
trouble getting enough people to click on it daily to meet their quota
of getting free food donated every day to abused and neglected animals.

It takes less than a minute to go to their site and click on "feed an
animal in need" for free. This doesn't cost you a thing. Their
corporate sponsors/advertisers use the number of daily visits to donate
food to abandoned/neglected animals in exchange for advertising.

Here's the web site! Pass it along to people you know.

Click to Feed the Animals - Rescue Site

Again, please tell your friends and cross post!!!

Lor in PA

Good morning all,

To all of those who participated in Alex's "little black address book", I wanted to let you know that the book was delivered to Alex yesterday morning. Thank you all for participating. It was a remarkable response, and it was a pleasure to converse with so many of you. I was particularly pleased to hear from so many who called themselves "lurkers" and "silent ones". I had some lovely conversations with them, and I hope that we will hear from them soon. They are not "silent", I can tell you that. They are doing remarkable work, and I thank each and every one of them for what they do each day.

Within the address book, I enclosed a letter to Alex which I took the liberty of signing from us all. I was not able to share the letter with everyone before it was delivered to Alex for obvious reasons. I did want to share it with one other person, at least, and so I did. Now that the book and letter have been delivered, though, I have been asked to share the letter. Alex, if you are reading this, and have actually cracked the book and read the letter, might I ask that you post the letter for all in whose name it was written to read. Thank you, Alex, and thank you all for your absolutely remarkable response!!

Pennsylvanians, are you willing to be a voice for Barbaro? Will you help us end horse slaughter and inhumane transportation for good?

There are 4 or 5 names to call, fax or email each day Monday through Thursday. It takes but a few moments to speak for the HORSES!

Please email me if you’d like to join our Team Barbaro Pennsylvania and assist in strategically targeting our PA Senator and Reps. We are now 52 strong, but we need help winning over the remaining legislators from PA who have not co-sponsored. If you are willing to join our team effort email me at Lor's Email Addy.

OUR HORSES NEED YOUR HELP!

A few minutes each day for our Horses it not much to ask…is it?

I GET IT.

Lor in PA

It's here. The end of one chapter and the beginning of another. Thank you Alex and Tim for giving us a place to meet and share our thoughts, hopes, and memories.

cyn, I believe the same thing "there is no such thing as coincidences"-- we were pulled here and found a home for the heart.

This has been quite a journey not only for us but for the people around us. I have seen the rolling of the eyes of my family whenever I spoke of the sight (never Barbaro-they're not that stupid, they know Greatness when they see it) but then the other night, one of the eye rollers (my husband) said you know you guys are like the people at Woodstock-you've started a movement.
May the movement continue. Be safe Alex traveling. Linda Hulett

# The following is dedicated to Laurie H - who is about to become a horse mommy!

Ten Ways To Get In Shape To Own A Horse

Drop a heavy steel object on your foot. Don't pick it up right away. Shout "Get off,stupid! Get off!"

Leap out of a moving vehicle and practice "Relaxing into the fall". Roll lithely into a ball, and spring to your feet!

Learn to grab your checkbook out of your purse/pocket and write out a $200 check without even looking down.

Jog long distances carrying a halter and holding out a carrot. Go ahead and tell the neighbors what you're doing.They might as well know now.

Affix a pair of reins to a moving freight train and practice pulling it to a halt. And smile as if you are really having fun.

Hone your fibbing skills. "See hon, moving hay bales is fun!" and " I'm glad your lucky performance and multi-million dollar horse won you first place - I'm just thankful that my hard work and actual ability won me second place".

Practice dialing your chiropractors number with both arms paralyzed to the shoulder, and one foot anchoring the lead rope of a frisky horse.

Borrow the US Army slogan; "Be all that you can be'...(add) bitten, thrown, kicked, slimed, trampled."

Lie face down in the mud in your most expensive riding clothes and repeat to yourself: "This is a learning experience, this is a learning experience,..."

Marry Money!

Laurie H., Congratulations!

Sarah, thanks for the chuckles.

Laurie H., thank you for last night's BEAUTIFUL words.

May we all meet at the new website. May your tuck-ins be allowed.

I had 2 wisdom teeth out yesterday so don't feel very chipper today.

Love you Laurie, love to Bart ALWAYS.

Kathy S.

Meet Fob's at: Arlington Race Track

Date: August 4th

Who: We have almost 50 attending from 4 states.

Cost: $20.00

How: Contact MJ42903 thru the Discusion board

Come on it will be a great time. Please join us!!

Alex and Tim:

Words are not enough, but, Thank You.

You GUYS GET IT.

Lor in PA

Good morning, Famblee! Nikita is on the sofa watching the Thymes, and it seems like a normal Saturday morning.

It's an unusually mild (64!) and non-humid, clear, sparkling July day here in St. Louis. Alex, I hope your last day at Fair Hill is as beautiful. I hope the foxes, geese, and deer come out to bid you farewell from a swirl of ground mist (and without spooking your mounts).

Today and always, may your horses always load and break well; may life always be a breeze; may you always high-step home. And never, never, never let go of the neck strap.

Good Morning Sweet Barbaro in Heaven!

Good morning Rosie, Bobby's Lil Angel, Misty and Spirit.

Tim and Alex, Thank You!

Everyone have a great Saturday.

Ro & Brady

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Sara NC- LOL!LOL!LOL! I LOVED reading your 'rules of horse ownership'....and will share with Horsemommy!

I have an older pair of light blue jeans I wear when I go to 'play' with Mister and Rosie. ..and T-Shirts...I ALWAYS come home soooooooo dirty...Horsemommy seems to stay SO clean?? I always notice that, but never take the time to observe how she stays clean :/ I'm too busy getting dirty!

The flies were biting Mister just terribly recently and Horsedaddy put purple medicine on him...as I was giving Mister his last of the 'goodbye' lovings....I realized I was pretty much COVERED in purple....and my yellow T-Shirt had 'alotsa' purple allllll over it!! I was told it might not wash out...I didn't care one bit..'cause I think yellow and purple are great colors together:)

I come away looking alot like Pigpen...wasn't he a character in the Peanuts comic strip?? But you know...I wear alllll that dirt PROUDLY:) Smiling allll the way home! I hit my front door looking as though I've been rolling in the dirt...and I won't wash my hands right away, 'cause I just want to keep smelling those two big ole horseys as long as I can:)

So far, I've not been stepped on...and I don't have to hang onto a lead rope, because I come armed with baby carrots and they follow me EVERYWHERE....I DO however, sometimes, need to pick up my stride so I don't get 'runned over'..lol!

I am SO happy for Laurie H. and Montego...:) That little girlie has found her way into the "Tuck In" home....wanna bet she will be wearing a green cashmere horsey blanket?? Wanna bet Miss Laurie will be having "slumber parties" with Montego on a somewhat regular basis:):):) I only hope someday I will be fortunate enough to have a horsey of my very own, too!!!

By the way...the purple medicine washed out of the yellow shirt just fine:) Spray & Wash is a GREAT pre-wash spray...

Everyone have a great day today....

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Good morning, all -

Foggy here on the central coast of California this morning, and a bit humid, as well, but that will pass as soon as the onshore breeze starts up. I need to go walk the dogs, but had to stop and say hello to all, and thank everyone for the wonderful party yesterday. Wow! And, had to go out last night to hunt for tile for a bathroom surround, so missed the ABSOLUTELY AMAZING news that Laurie H became the mommy of a filly! Congratulations and every wish for happiness to all. That is one lucky filly!

Safe trips and wings on their heels to all running this weekend, and spare a thought on Sunday for a lovely chestnut named Doc, (well, his OFFICIAL name is Doctor Doctor MRMD), who will be running at Lone Star Park in Texas. Our own LynsWins, who was involved in organizing a fundraiser for Sadie's operation, got me plugged into Doc's story, as he is owned by a friend of hers. I have one of Doc's horseshoes, and am now one of his fans. So keep a good thought for this beautiful boy.

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Otherlyn - How beautiful is the White Mare's vision! Thank you...
dee mirich - I love the Beth Moore quote - and agree! It's the journey that counts...
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And, a few other names - how in the WORLD could I forget...

cyn, CarolB, MJ, Karen PA, chris byers, Vonda, Linda Hulett, Susan in Hawaii...

and there are, of course, many, many more that I cannot locate, scrawled, as the names are, on tiny pieces of paper that I'm always just about to add to a coherent list. Ah, me.
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Love and comfort to all in need, four-legged and two-legged, and have a Barbaro day - courage and kindness.

- Jean

Laurie H., congratulations on your beautiful Montego! I am so pleased for you! I know you will be a wonderful mommy to her.

Kathy S.

Hay everbudy -

For the Secretariat fans out there - during the CBS broadcast of the Virginia Derby today, they will be doing a segment on the history of horse racing in Virginia. According to our newspaper it will include footage shot at what's left of Meadow Farm where the great red horse was foaled! Don't miss it!

Missing the Big Boss Horse today.

Tim Woolley, thank you for allowing us to take over your website for a year and 2 months. You made it possible for us to continue on. Bless you!

Kathy S.

I love it Alex. You are a man of few words. How is Nautical?

I will be back later when racing is going on.

For Alex, Thank you for everything you have done in these many months. We would never have known how Barbaro was faring each day without the Jacksons and you; we are forever in your debt for this. And for so much more. Have great adventures and let us know about them. The Barbaro Nation continues. Love, Susan

LAURIE H.
MY CONGRATULATIONS AS WELL ON BECOMING A HORSE MOMMY

SARAH FRON N.C

I AM KEEPING YOUR LIST, FOR WHEN I BECOME LUCKY ENOUGH TO NEED IT.

*********************DELAWARE*****************

PLEASE JOIN US AS WE BOTHER BIDEN !!!!!

WE NEED MORE VOICES TO HELP US

SAVE

OUR

HORSES

jmdillon@fhhlc.com

From the DB............
"
IT IS WITH THE HEAVIEST OF HEARTS THAT I COME TO LET YOU KNOW THAT NICK (Arabian) CROSSED THE RAINBOW BRIDGE THIS MORNING AT 8 AM."

Alex just posted on the DB that he has his own domain...www.alexbrownracing.com. No site yet!

Good morning

It has been an extremely emotional 14 months--so many tears, smiles and cheers as well. It has been a pleasure reading this site everyday.

I wish you the best, Alex. Thank you is not saying enough for all you have done. Thank you Tim. For you guys were the inside track to beautiful Barbaro.

I will carry on in Barbaro's name--for him. I will continue to fight for all horses and a cure for laminitis. I am here in for the long haul. I have always been here and I will continue to be here or wherever.

Thank you, everyone.

Bittersweet indeed! No further comment from me on the topic at this time. I'm confident the spirit of this place will envelop us wherever we gather to do BARbaro's work. (capitalization unintentional and giving me MAJOR goosebumps, folks . . . )

Safe ride to all today - details please on Shelley A's entry - is it Alibi today? I've been so entrenched in the HS work and making music that I haven't been following the races . . . except to see that RAgs --- OY that capitalization wasn't consciously intentional either . . . OK here's what I came here to post this morning before heading for the Post Office and the health food store.

(btw - how does a health nut commit suicide? By cutting down on their vitamins.) Love to all who love horses and life - I assume that's everyone here. CJ

Re-post

Laurie H.,

So you're getting a horse!!! Congratulations, you life is about to change in a very miraculous way!

Ah, I am so easily drawn in to these discussions! Yes, the Missouri Foxtrotters have a natural gait. Ignorant people have tried to exaggerate that gait by using devices or "soring". If there is any evidence of such things these people are not allowed to enter a horseshow, etc. and are usually reported to animal abuse authorities. When I was growing up around horses I heard about this with someone so I am sensitive about it. But, I think congress actually got off their butt and passed a law that "soring" a horse to make him do certain things was illegal. Now, one would think that if "soring" a horse is illegal why isn't horse slaughter!

Blessings,
Bonnie

Posted by Bonnie MacRaith at July 21, 2007 6:02 AM

Right on, perceiving these issues as part of the same cloth.

Hey everybody - guess what? The federal law against "soring" just happens to be the very American Horse Protection Act, to which HR 503/S 311 is an Amendment. I didn't realize it either, until I looked at the actual AHPA and the proposed Amendment in context in preparation for my visit with my Rep's District Director; John Holland steered me right. Take at look here for more detail and links to both the original anti-soring law and the Amendment that we are trying to get enacted:

http://forums.prospero.com/TimWoolley/messages?msg=12152.2

LAURIE H - Kvelling Mit Nachas both for you and for your most fortunate new baby girl. So happy for both of you!

LIVING PROOF OF THE LIVING TRUTH

Hope Peace Love Music & RESPECT - CJ the craziest catlady (Blackie's Morher Forever & Pleasure's & Shona's Aunt) in Hammond IN, f/k/a CJ of T Bar J (Elgin IL)

Joe at TB Friends

oh, MJ, I'm sorry to know that. I thought he was improving.

wow...reading the posts from last night took me way back..ACN brought tears, Lauri's tuck-in, Harriette's blessings...(((((((all))))))))) thank you so much for a ride of a lifetime. blessings to all and in Barbaro's name we will fight on.

Thanks Alex & Tim for being so generous & letting us use this web site. Wishing you both all the good things in life, you certainly deserve them. I knew very little about horse racing & less about horse slaughter until I ran across your web site looking for Barbaro updates.

Between working during the day & a sick computer I miss out on a lot. I'm sorry I missed the wonderful posts yesterday but it was one of the "bad days" for my computer. Hope everybody has a good weekend. Shirl

Good luck Alex...
I will always remember you as the one that let us know about our beautiful boy, Barbaro, each day. I wish I could change the ending.
Pam

Such very, very sad news about Nick...

Rest in peace, Nick (our Arabian Prince), and may light perpetual shine upon you.

With love and tears,
Nancy

I'm so sorry to hear of Nick's death. But you know he was aware of the affection and care given him in his last months, and that those ministrations eased his transition. Blessings to all who cared for him, and contributed to his support. Salve et vale, old warrior.

New Update!!!

.....as you leave your old home for your new one, take one last look at all the "height measurements" that you have etched in the doorway.....glide your fingers upon them....and remember how much you have all grown as a Barbaro Nation...........

Alex: Thank you for sharing my Precious Barbaro with me until he went to his forever home and thank you for giving me the opportunity to meet the "Best Friends" that will be forever in my life. Good luck on your journey and I look forward to reading all about your adventures.

Father, thank you for the "Miracle of Barbaro"

Lost in the Fog, my angel horse: Forever on mind and always in my heart.

"No Horse Left Behind"

"For the Love of a Horse (Precious Barbaro) we grieve....for the Love of Horses, we go on!!"

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Today is my Father's birthday He would have been 95 today. He was a great horseman. Talk about starting as an adult - he first got on a horse and took his first riding lessons along with me in the early 50's when I was 9 and he was in his 40's. He loved his horse Midnight (retired Saddlebred bought from Arthur Konyot's Chicago riding establishment) more than anything. Also played the violin. The family story was that the only reason my mother married my father although he wasn't Hungarian, was that he played the violin.

Horses and music. My father's legacy.

LIVING PROOF OF THE LIVING TRUTH

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C. Jaffe - Your father and mine shared a birthday, though my pop would have been 102 today! I shall lift a toast to your dad as I do to my father, James Matthew Carroll. Slainte gael! - Jean

Good morning, all!

I'm so sorry about Nick the Arabian. And very happy for Laurie H. and her Montego. Life is a cycle of tragedy and triumph, despair and happiness. At any given time we're either on the "down" or "up", kind of like a carousel ride. Poor Nick will be welcomed by Barbaro into a beautiful new world. Some day we'll all be there too.

Alex and Tim, what a ride we've had with you. Alex, in a way I am glad you won't be risking life and limb out there anymore. I can only add my best wishes for success and happiness in all your endeavors. I'll be in line to buy your book, too!

Gosh, the tears are just falling. How I wish in a way we could turn back time to a year ago, when Barbaro had improved enough that soon (August 11th?) he could go outside and graze. Big boy, I will always love you. What an amazing inspiration you have been. Yes, you helped us start a movement. And it won't end. We will see Cavhell shut down, once and for all. We WILL see this federal legislation passed. We WILL help find a cure for laminitis. And many more FOBs will be hands-on with horses, to give them loving forever homes. It's all part of your legacy.

RIP Woodman and condolences to his connections. Be sure to read the obit linked in Alex update 2197. What a horse! His genes live on.

LIVING PROOF OF THE LIVING TRUTH

Hay everbudy -

For the Secretariat fans out there - during the CBS broadcast of the Virginia Derby today, they will be doing a segment on the history of horse racing in Virginia. According to our newspaper it will include footage shot at what's left of Meadow Farm where the great red horse was foaled! Don't miss it!

Missing the Big Boss Horse today.

Posted by LindaVA at July 21, 2007 3:35 PM

Thanks for the heads-up; have preset my Direct TV!

Alex:

Thanks for everything. You'll be missed by all.

Clara from California

Oh s--t - Nick (the Arab) didn't make it. Those starvation cases are so sad. OY. Like many of us, I followed his story and was so rooting for him and his caregivers. Everything humanly possible was done. He had an airconditioner, and a sling, and fluids, the works, not to mention, our prayers and love. He had some good times at the end, and I know he knew he was loved. So sad . . . makes me wanna be an activist - oh - I already am! Howbowchoo?

Repost for those still unaware that Alex isn't really leaving us high and dry! He's in the process of putting the finishing touches on our new 'home'.

"Alex just posted on the DB that he has his own domain...www.alexbrownracing.com. No site yet!"

Posted by: MJ at July 21, 2007 3:51 PM

Although I was always, at best, on the "outskirts" of the Barbaro family, I want to thank you, Alex, Tim, and everyone, for all you've taught me. Because of all of you, I've learned so much and have overcome a lifelong fear of horses.

Alex, I wish you all the best in your future endeavors, and all my blessings and hopes for a wonderful future travel with you. Can't wait to read your book!

Laurie (lremenyi1)

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Posted by Jean Nolan at July 21, 2007 4:54 PM

Here's to James Matthew Carroll and Sol Jaffe. Always in our hearts.

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regarding Post by Jean Nolan at July 21, 2007 4:54 PM

Here's to James Matthew Carroll and Sol Jaffe. Always in our hearts.

Sarah from NC,

Thanks for the list "Ten Ways to Get In Shape to Own a Horse"! I think I've done all ten except the last one!

So glad you're here,
Bonnie

Alex-Best of luck in all your future endeavors. You will always be the human equivalent of Barbaro.

Pat G
PatCA
Proud Member
Fans of Barbaro

"....and here comes Barbaro...the undefeated Barbaro!!!...."

# Bonnie..lol, #10 seems like it's the most imporant one of all! :-)

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C. Jaffe -
To Sol Jaffe, with thanks for giving us such a wonderful friend!
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Sarah in NC - That list was one of the funniest things I've ever read.
- Jean

Dear Alex,

I haven't posted in a while, but I've still been here every day - several times a day, as has been my routine for the last year and 2 months.

Thank you so much for everything. I am going to miss your daily updates from Fairhill, but I wish you all the best as you begin this new chapter in your life.

Tim, thank you so much for allowing us to use your website all these months. You are the best!

If you visit Santa Anita or Hollywood Park race tracks, please be sure to look me up!

All the best to you both,

Love,
Sue and Walter
xooxoxox

Hooray for www.alexbrownracing.com!!!!

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SUE (of Sue and Walter)...are you the people who have horses racing now? If so, please refresh my memory as to their names - thanks!

Nancy

Thank you so much.

FOR ALEX AND EVERYONE AT FOB NATION ...

It's been a very "long and winding road" that has led us to here, where we are at this very moment in time.

We have gone through more with each other than most "real" families do, even at a distance of thousands of miles between each other.

Some days have been very very good ...
Some days have been very very bad ...
Some days have given us smiles ...
While others have made us so sad ...
We have laughed uncontrollably ...
We have wept incessantly ...
We have been give hope beyond our wildes dreams ...
We have been disappointed beyond all measure of description ...
We have endured at times ...
We have hung on by a thread at times ...
We have hugged each other ...
We have cried with each other ...
We have angered one another ...
Yet we have loved one another ...
We are individuals ...
We are a team ...
We are unique ....
We are the Fans of Barbaro!!!

Good Luck with Alexander's Travels, Alex Brown ... thank you for this "home and hearth" that we have all shared and which has given us so much comfort when "Home Was a Wounded Heart." We will never forget you or Tim Woolley Racing and the part you have played in our lives when thoughts were scattered, hearts were shattered and souls were tattered ... having this "home" was really all that ever mattered, beyond the personalities and beyond the pale. Thank You!!

And I can't help but think of these lyrics right now which kind of brings it all full circle, at least for me ... and this is for you, especially, Alex ...

The long and winding road
That leads to your door
Will never disappear
I've seen that road before
It always leads me here
lead me to your door.

The wild and windy night
That a rain washed away
Has left a pool of tears
Crying for the day.
Why leave me standing here?
Let me know the way.

Many times I've been alone
And many times I've cried,
Anyway you've never known
The many ways I've tried.

But still they lead me back
To the long, winding road
You left me waiting here
A long, long time ago
Don't keep me waiting here
Lead me to your door.

But still they lead me back
To the long winding road
You left me waiting here
A long, long time ago (ohhh)
Don't leave me waiting here
Lead me to your door.
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Lead Us to your Door wherever the Long and Winding Road takes you ...

Peace and Love to All ....

Hello Fambleeee

Tim, thank you so much for your graciousness, and some day I WILL be there to watch the morning workouts. Will continue to follow you and the site and the wonderful horses training at Fair Hill. Thanks is not enough, and this is not goodbye, but see you soon, dear friend.

Alex, I'm going to miss your mornings at Fair Hill. Your writings always give such a lovely visual, and take me back to my very early years. I spent so many days imagining myself to be a jockey ( Marydel and Laura will laugh at this ), fastening my irons as short as they'd go, galloping along with my knees holding fast to my dear Angel's shoulders, ( Gina would have no part in the imaginary derby, Angel was always good for a gallop ) and I was SO there. EVeryone at the stable got a good laugh as well, but to me, we were CHAMPIONS. Thank you for being so generous, sharing such a lovely part of your life, and for taking me back to a lovely part of mine. Again, not goodbye, but thank you for leading us through this episode, and looking forward to the next. And if you ever find your way to Denver, which we dearly hope you will, you'll never have to buy yourself a meal :)

Am so sad to hear of Nick's passing. I awoke this morning knowing he'd gone into the light. Can't explain how I knew, but I knew. Theresa is an angel on earth, and I know she is heartbroken, as are all of us who hoped and prayed that this noble Arabian Prince would be healed. He tried so hard. Once again I am distraught and angry and wishing for vengence for those who would be so cruel to this gentle, kind boy. He showed such gratitude to those who loved him, and was so gracious, I imagine that he never had a moment of fear nor did he question the motives of those who were cruel to him. He was that kind of boy. Run free, Nicki boy. Beautiful Arabian Prince. Run to Barbaro, whole, sleek and fleet, and we'll listen for your hoofbeats across the clouds. See you in hevvin, dear Nicki boy. Your Aunty Cheryl loves you soooooooooooooooo much.

Will check in later Love to all
Cheryl

#### Hay CarolB and Anna, love you both!!

### Alex, just had a thought for your book..as you travel across America interviewing and doing your research, why not take Beanie Barbaro along and get pictures of him with everyone you interview and all points of interest you visit.
It would be a charming pictorial addition to your book...

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FOR LINDA VA ...

Thanks for the "heads up" regarding the CBS coverage of the VA Derby and footage of Meadow Farm, the home of "Big Red!!!" I will be skipping back and forth between CBS and ESPN for coverage of the CCA Oaks!!

And, MIKE C ...

Speaking of the CCA Oaks and your comment that Rags might be DUCKING Octave in this race, I don't think that's the case because if Ragszy was running today, Octave would NOT be since she just ran and won the Mother Goose on June 30th. As you know, my friend, Pletcher doesn't usually race his horses so frequently with just a 3 week layoff, but because Ragszy had to pull out, he then decided to race Octave instead because she's training very well even with the short turnaround.

Don't you worry about Ragszy, Mike ... just tune in on August 18 to The Alabama!!! Then we can talk!!! LOLOLOL

Alex, can't thank you enough for giving us this wonderful place to meet and grieve and cheer for horses. Go happily into your future with God and always remebering our common bond--the Champion of the 2006 Kentucky Derby, Barbaro. hope to find your new site--i will search the web. thanks, Alex. i mean it.

Alex, can't thank you enough for giving us this wonderful place to meet and grieve and cheer for horses. Go happily into your future with God and always remebering our common bond--the Champion of the 2006 Kentucky Derby, Barbaro. hope to find your new site--i will search the web. thanks, Alex. i mean it.

ChampFan06

Alex, We can't thank you enough for giving us this wonderful place to meet and grieve and cheer for horses. Go happily into your future with God, always remembering our common bond--the Champion of the 2006 Kentucky Derby, Barbaro. hope to find your new site--i will search the web for it. thanks, Alex. i mean it.

ChampFan06

Godspeed, Alex Brown!

Alex,
Your name will always be synonymous with Barbaro and the FOB's.

Thanks for everything you have given to us and done for us.

I will follow you to your new website, cause a friend like you is too special to say goodbye to.

I wish you only good things in all that you do in the future.

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LINNIE...from a Beatles fanatic to a Neil Diamond fanatic, THANKS so much for the perfect choice for this day!

"Winding" it has surely been!

Nancy

I don't normally post here, only on the DB, but I wanted to express some of my feelings on this day...

Today, is the end of an era, so to speak, and the beginning of a new. Today is a mix of melacholy and excitement for what's to come.

Foremost, I want to thank Tim for so gratiously allowing us into his "home" and allowing us to become a family, disfuncational at times (what family isn't) but a family none-the-less.

Alex, I look forward to hearing your new adventures on our "new home." Thank you for all you have done. Not only bringing so many people together but educating them along the way; whether they are newbies to racing, slaughter, rescue, those who are already well versed in these subjects or those who just wanted updates on Barbaro and continued to stay. I am continually amazed by the things I learn as well as the warm and caring people I have met.

So with that said... my "bags are packed and I'm ready to set up my new home" when Alex has it ready. As I reflect on my time on this site, I have to say it's been one heck of a ride.

Thanks again Tim and Alex.

With love to all my TWR Frens -
Katie

Good morning, all. I was up late last night, mostly visiting with FOB. I slept in and then had to tend to the menagerie.
I am anxious to start our new chapter. I hope it is just even a fraction of the ride we have had here !
Chunky is doing well. I think I can stop worrying now.
We will have to get the whole story from Laurie about her new addition. I'm sure she will get lots of advice here.
To my forever horse, Barbaro, thanks for bringing us all here together.

*#* Back atcha, Harriette!

#### Hay MJ

You've got mail. (About FOB who wishes to order FOB cap, just like the one Roy Jackson wears in BARBARO Beanie photo).

If my e-mail does not go thru, they can order caps from otherlyncaps@hotmail.com I also have a tote bag available.

Thanks, ^-^ O

Best wishes, Alex. Stay in touch and have a great second life following your dreams.

R.I.P. Nick and Woodman.

I came here 2 days after Big B. was injured. I am still flabbergasted at all of the good that came from this site. Sure, plenty of sadness too. Our common goals and love and respect for each other and the furry friends has held it all together. This has been AMAZING!!!

Happy Birthday, CJ's Dad. I celebrate!

Thank you so very, very, much Alex. We are going to follow you. Hopes and prayers are with you as you 'move on down the road'.

See you all later, darling FOB's.

I've not had a dream of our Big Ole Boy Barbaro in quite some months. I think of him always and the requisite "what ifs" resound through my head.

I have been very ill and unable to read or post since Tuesday. I now am aware that today is Alex's final day at Fair Hill, and it saddens me beyond what I expected to feel. Alex, you will be missed by everyone.

I read on DB about the need for TWR to go back to what it was intended for, and this makes me sad too.
It brings to mind how we all started here last May, how we became the family/famblee we are today. The so-called cyber friendships forged here, are some that are bonded deep as those formed in real life situations. We will have each other to rely upon for years to come.

Alex and Company has made this all possible. With the aid of this site we have as a group saved and rescued horses and made a name for ourselves. A name that will be remembered as those FANS that became FANS OF BARBARO.
We are The House That Barbaro Built.

Prayers for all creatures great and small

THIS IS THE HOUSE THAT BARBARO BUILT

Alex, Eliza, Tim,& Jen brought us the foundation to build this house.

The Jackson's gave us the brick, the strongest ever made-BARBARO.

Eduardo kept the brick clean.

Mr. Matz & Peter shaped the brick.

Mr. Prado saved the brick from completely breaking when it fell.

Dr. Richardson repaired the brick.

The brick WAS HELD together and new mortar was added-FOBs.

The brick was decorated by Kennett Florist.

A VERY strong HOUSE was built.

WE ARE THE HOUSE THAT BARBARO BUILT
WE SHALL NOT FALL DOWN
WE HAVE THE STRONGEST SUPPORT
The FOUNDATION is still STRONG

WE are STILL HERE
WE WILL ALWAYS BE HERE
WE SHALL NOT BE TORN APART.

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I am so sorry about Nick. However, he passed to the rainbow bridge knowing he was so loved and cared for. I have been watching several news stations (fox, cnn. etc) and they are showing live pictures of the dog fights which is good. I wish there could be live pictures of the horses being so cruely killed on the slaughter floors. I wish Senator Byrd could speak before the house and senate and show pictures of the horses being killed. See you on the new web site.

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HAY, SISTA DORA...good to see you here today, and thanks for reposting one of my favorite messages!

In case you missed this: Alex WILL have a new site for us - the domain name is alexbrownracing.com but the site isn't set up yet; the Forum and chat will remain, and Alex's site will be have links both TO and FROM this good place, so we can keep our collective eyes on Tim and his horses, and find our way to our new home!

Sorry you've been feelin' poorly, but you're not listening to me...didn't I tell you that you're too young to be falling apart?

Email when you're up to it...I got a new phone and lost your # from my caller id!

Nancy

Lor,
Thanks for reminding us of the Feed the Animals - Rescue Site.

I need to create a new daily routine--Equine Heaven, www.alexbrownracing.com, and Feed The Animals!

Thanks to you all of a wonderful ride.

How do we thank you Alex for all you have given us this past year ??? You opened so many doors for us with regard to horse issues. You enabled us to come together as a family to rally behind Barbaro. We gave our love to him and he gave us so much more in return. Thank you for that opportunity. You allowed us to share morning work outs and views from the backside of racing. You gave us so many opportunities to grow in our knowledge of the racing industry. You also helped many of us become more computer literate through this site.

Because of you, we, as Fans of Barbaro, have been able to many good things for the horses in the name of Barbaro. Thank you.

What a ride this has been, Alex. We owe you so much, but, for now our sincere love and gratitude will have to do.

May you never run out of adventures. Be safe. Wherever you go you will have an entourage, the FOBs with you in spirit. I think these words from two of my favorite people say what I want to say best.

"Happy trails to you, until we meet again.
Some trails are happy ones,
Others are blue.
It's the way you ride the trail that counts,
Here's a happy one for you."
~Dale Evans

"Be well, do good work, and keep in touch." ~Garrison Keillor

Rosemary

goodness

apparently I won't be able to access the new site. Hope that all of you who have my email address will stay in touch

love to all
Cheryl

####Nancy in CT ...

I am just a "plain old musical fanatic" ... love it all from Neil to The Beatles to "Just Paul" to "Bruuuuuuuuuuuuce" and now I've segued into country and I "adore" Kenny Chesney!!! And I'm also dabbling a little into Bon Jovi ... where have I been all these years!!! In my opinion, there's a lyric to express every thought, every emotion, every feeling in any and every moment of "life." It fills the soul, warms the heart and nourishes the spirit.

So, yes, absolutely a fanatic!!
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I also want to 'thank' everyone for putting up with my endless posts about Secretariat on a Barbaro board, but for me, they are inextricably entwined, never to be separated in heart and soul, and when I think of one, I automatically think of the other. Secretariat was 'first' ... he will always be 'first' and Barbaro isn't second by any means ... he's separate but equal.

You can just imagine how I felt when I learned of the beautiful Secretariat/Barbaro print being offered to aid in laminitis research ... my heart soared knowing and believing that these two "Best Buds" gave their unequivocal agreement and acceptance to be "together" as part of "Memories of Greatness." I know they are up there in EH and Gretchen Jackson's words ring in my ears to this very day:

"At least he's out of his damn stall and running around with Secretariat."

AMEN!!!

I just hope that Bobby is "Best Equine" for Red and Ruffian's October nuptials!!!
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TO LAURIE H ... Laurie I just now read that you will be getting a Missouri Foxtrotter horse of your very own. How does one separate 'envy' from sheer happiness in the same breath?? I had no knowledge of this until I just read yesterday's posts ... words can't express how very happy I am for you, Laurie, but I am also extreeeeeeeemely jealous, too! LOL ... But in a very very good way. "Montego" cannot have a more loving, caring, devoted "Mommy" than you! And the Nightly Tuck-ins will be very "up close and personal." Congratulations to you and your family on such an exciting and welcomed "addition"!!!

Cheryl
Why will you not be able to access the new site, It's not up yet?

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Aunty Cheryl....Just came home...skimming, when I left here a few hours ago....www.alexbrownracing.com had been 'named' but not 'fired up' yet...so hang in there....I think it just is we don't have the 'housekey' yet:)

Lynneladeeeattafens:)

# Cheryl...why can't you access the new site? Actually, it's not accessible to anyone yet!

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SUE (of Sue and Walter)...are you the people who have horses racing now? If so, please refresh my memory as to their names - thanks!

Nancy

Posted by: Nancy in CT at July 21, 2007 5:43 PM

Hi Nancy,

I'm sorry, but you are thinking of another Sue. I had horses a long time ago, but was never in the racing industry. =)

Take care,

Sue and Walter
xoxoxo

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Cheryl Jones -
I will hope that you can't get to the site because it's not quite THERE yet. I will hope this DESPERATELY, because I do NOT have your email address, and will just wither up without your "soooooooooooooooooo much"! I can't get there either right now, but I'm sure it will all come out okay! Mr. Brown will make a NICE new home for us all... My email, just in case, is:
jcntripod@yahoo.com.
Love - Jean

A HEADS UP FOR TODAY'S RACING SCHEDULE ...

I know that it has been posted that both the CCA Oaks on ESPN and the VA Derby on CBS will air at the same time today; i.e. 4-5 PM. You just want want to check your local listings for this because the CCA Oaks will air on ESPN from 4-5, but in my area, the VA Derby will air on CBS from 5-6, making it possible to watch both in their entirety ... so please check your own schedules to confirm the times where you live.

OK, we now return you to your regularly scheduled programming!!

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Linnie LOL

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Laurie H. -
Now I'm humming "Montego Bay" all over the house, which is really, REALLY puzzling my poor, patient husband! (Guess I'm also REALLY showing my age!)
- Jean

OH God, Jean .... I ALSO remember "Montego Bay" ... we must be the same 'age' ... LOL

But I just learned something very interesting about how to share one's age ... instead of saying "I AM 25 or 35 or 45 or ??? years", simply state I HAVE 25 or 35 or ??? years" ... this implies that you have ???? years of wisdom, education, insight, love to share. So, the more years you 'HAVE', the more years you also HAVE of these wonderful components that make up a well-lived life.

Thank you, Alex.

Happy Trails ....

Susan

Edgar Prado rides Sky Conqueror

Tomorrow

CONGRATULATIONS to Michael Matz and Diamond Fever, who just won his fourth in a row!

Good afternoon, my fellow Fans!

I'm about to log off and go watch the races but I just want to add a few things to what has already been said.

A hearty thank you to Tim Woolley for hosting the world's longest cyber house party. Above and beyond, for certain!

Alex - Your own domain now. We're ready when you are!

My prayers to all the connections of Woodman and Nick the Arabian. There are new horse angels.

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Laurie H. - Congratulations on being chosen by Montego!

Off to watch the races now - My picks are Wow Me Free and Coy Coyote in the Oaks and Blazing Dynamo in the Va. Derby. Then I'm off to an early celebration of my birthday, which is Monday. This boomer is turning 57! (Yikes!) I love Linnie's new phrase - I'll have 57 years!

Marg
Proud Fan of Barbaro forever

P.S. To Nancy in CT -

Just to clarify: I mentioned the two race tracks because I don't live far from either one of them. =)

Take care!
Sue and Walter
xoxox

WOW!!!!!!!

Diamond Fever has won 4 in a row! I didn't know that!!!! Major Congrats to Michael and DF and connections!!! He's a 2 year old, right, Nancy?

###Jean & Linne...I'm also humming Montego Bay...yep..we're all of the age...

NancyinCT..have you recvd Black Elk Speaks??

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LINNIE - he's 3 (it was a three year-old stakes race $55,000 purse)...9 starts: 4 W, 3P, 1 S!

BRAVO to Michael and Diamond Fever!

Happy Weekend everyone!!

I don't know how long the "commens" section of this site will be running. This may be the last time I get to comment here.

I hope everyone transitions to the new site and I will meet you there. We still have lots of unfinished work to do for Barbaro.

Janice
A forever FOB

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HARRIETTE - it just came today, and between the book, the racing and this site I have not done one lick of housework...oh, well (sigh, there's always tomorrow, right?

Thanks, Nancy ... I guess DF was 2 LAST YEAR when we first started talking about him! Time flies!! LOL .... I just wasn't sure if he was STILL 2, but now that he's 3, will he still be 3 for KD next year? Crazy question? Yeah, I know.

Dear Alex and Tim,

It is with heartfelt gratitude I write a final post. Having somehow found 'this-good-place' after Barbaro's win at the Kentucky Derby, I have mainly 'lurked' here, reading with such keen interest, the most valuable and fascinating writings; first, the daily reports from Alex of Barbaro's condition; then from FsOB- a compilation of the most inspirational and loving tributes to 'our' beloved horse; and, finally, the ongoing vital, incredible work and devotion to rescue, to stop slaughter, to help fund research for laminitis, to help aid injured jockeys and to promote better racetrack safety.

Thank you for providing this God-sent place to begin and take such a journey.

I first posted here when my beloved horse, Keystone, had to be euthanized at the age of 26- we had been together for 21 years! In my sadness I came to the FsOB and recieved such comfort- I knew nowhere else would people be more understanding than this dear group of animal loving souls.

This is a famblee that will continue to accomplish truly miraculous things; no matter how small or significant a part each of us plays, we are making history for the love of horses. That must give each of us a great deal of pride and sense of satisfaction as we move to the next chapter of the story of the Barbaro Nation.

So, again, thank you Tim and Alex for this wonderful beginning point and home for so many months.

Fondest regards to all- "Til we meet again".

#####Kathleen and Theresa
I am sending out waves of love and comfort to both Theresa who lost beautiful Nick this morning, and to Kathleen who lost Cowboy earlier this week. How lucky, lucky, lucky those two boys were to find these amazing women and people who poured their hearts into the care and love of these two totally diminished equine souls.

God, my heart aches, but I know You will lead them gently together, unused yet to their beautiful, sleek new bodies and healthy spirits to drink from Your pure mountain streams. And then, God, let them rest together....and when they awaken, let them send their love down to Kathleen and Theresa.

What heartache. What passion for life. Love triumphed over evil--if only for a little while...they died in the arms of love, not in starvation, not in slaughter...and to Nick and Cowboy, this was all that mattered.

Hugs from jonna and many greyhounds, the the legions of greyhounds in Heaven...

##I remember you lexyz, and Keystone. Beautiful post.

Love, Light and Protection for All of The Horses

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LINNIE - I believe DF will be too old to be KD material next year...he was born in '04, although I couldn't find the month/day. But you know it's all about that "they were all born on January 1st, no matter when they were REALLY born" stuff that I still don't quite "get."

Tomorrow is my birthday, and I am reflecting. I remember last year when I posted, all I wanted for my birthday was for B to make it. All any of us wanted was for him to make it. My family was here, and I wanted to hurry up with everything, so I could get back on the board.... The thought made me reflect on his birthday, and my post from that day. We had a vigil for him, remember?

Vigil in 8 minutes

Four years ago today a horse was born whose spirit would awaken and touch the deepest places in the hearts of many - he represents The Spirit of The Horse.

3 months ago today, Barbaro left his physical form - but Barbaro is not dead - he lives inside each one of us. His form has changed, but his spirit remains the same - just allow yourself to feel him - he is there in your heart. His spirit is the reason most of you are on this board.

The spirit of this Mighty Warrior Horse was always larger than his physical body! His spirit is what called us to this place - his spirit is what awakened our awareness for The Spirit of The Horse - his spirit is why we continue our work for all horses.

I believe there are lessons to learn from Barbaro and his time here - and I believe his sacrifice will not go in vain. Many of us will continue to raise awareness for the Spirit of The Horse. Awareness for all of the horses - the slaughter-bound horse, the rescue horse, and for the racehorse. God bless each one of us on our way. Thank you Barbaro. The day of your birth is a day to celebrate - your presence has awakened many.

My dear friend, you continue to be the best teacher I have ever had. It is an honor to stand with you.....

I love you forever horse

Love, Light and Protection for all of us - and for All of The Horses

Posted by: Mary S at April 29, 2007 5:52 PM

Thanks, Alex & Tim, you will always be in my heart for all you have done for the horses.

"Today and always, may your horses always load and break well; may life always be a breeze; may you always high-step home. And never, never, never let go of the neck strap.

Posted by: Susan E. at July 21, 2007 3:01 PM"

Amen, Susan.

Hugs, purrs & headbutts to all the FOBs from Becky & the Meezers >^..^

Congratulations to Octave, and Todd Pletcher too :).

Who cares about Barry Bonds? Get back to the horses!

Dang, it took my half an hour to connect to the net to find out Nick died. I am so sorry to hear this. The starvation cases are just so hard to deal with.

WOW Diamond Fever is going to be a STAR!!!!!!! Congrats to MM and the Jockey!!

Heys Guys...I just loved Jeannine's interview with Michael Dickinson...such a charming, elegant and good-humoured gentleman...a rarity in any sport!....hmmmm, I wonder if he and MM were separated at birth...LOL

What a nice win by Octave. The announcer said, "She does what she needs to do to get it done."

Don't forget to turn to your CBS station in a couple of minutes for the Virginia Derby, and we've been told some Secretariet hoofage is scheduled.

regarding Post by Linnie at July 21, 2007 5:58 PM

Linnie thanks for putting that long and winding gem in our collective brain. Beautiful and could not be more appropriate.

### Nancy, I'd rather read than clean house ANY day!! lol..

### Mary S, HAPPY BIRTHDAY tomorrow...
did you get my voice mail today??

Guys, I have had 2 healing touch sessions with Mary, she is the real thing... Any of you out
there in need of healing, hurting? in pain.??.I highly recommend Mary. I have gotten more pain relief from her than from the pain meds I take.

Mary, God Bless YOur Work

And it's Dreaming of Anna wire to wire in the Virginia Oaks!

Nancy ... So, Diamond Fever never got a chance to even compete in the Derby because of when he was born? I am so confused because when we were all talking about him it seems like "yesterday", he was just 2 and starting to race. How did he "miss" the Triple Crown Season all together?

Do you or anyone else know? I'm very confused here!!

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LINDA VA - wasn't that cut to Barry Bonds annoying!!!! IMO, he is an ANTI-hero!

Can't find the ESPN channel with other racing - anybody tell me please the DirecTV channel of the ESPN that was mentioned? THANKS!

Forgot to say ...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JEANNINE EDWARDS!!

YOU LOOK 'YOUNGER THAN SPRINGTIME' AND WE ALL LOVE YOU! CELEBRATE IN BIG STYLE TODAY ... YOU DESERVE IT ....

AND 'KISS' RAGSZY FOR ME NEXT TIME YOU SEE HER!!

All Beautiful Rainbows To Angel Alex's New Site.
All Beautiful Connections To Tim.

The Angels All Around.
Munchkinland.

Angel Nick And Woodsman With Angel Barbaro At Rainbow Bridge.

Love The Beatles.
Neal Diamond "When You Wish Upon A Star."

Angel Laurie H. Angelic Horse Mom.
Angel C.J. Rainbow Birthday For Your Dad.
Music Heart And Soul.

Happy Trails.........Continuing The Journey
Circular Quay Is The Circle Of Life.

Barbaro's House
Is The Famblee
The House Of Love........

Affirmed

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YES Nancy! Who cares about ole' big head Bonds? He is the opposite of a hero.

Just an FYI - you are watching the horses run on the SECRETARIAT Turf Course today!!

Nice coverage of VA so far by CBS, maybe I'm a little bias ;) They lucked out and got GREAT weather, not very hot today at all.

BIG QUESTION FOR ANYONE WHO REMEMBERS LAFFIT PINCAY ...

When I first turned on CBS's coverage and they showed the two hosts, the name for the male host was Laffit Pincay, but can this be 'THE' Laffit Pincay? This guy looks too young to be THAT jockey.

Also, I thought that Pincay was not of American heritage, but the one on TV speaks perfect English with no accent at all. He's definitely too young, I would think to be the famous jockey ...

Alex ... do you know? Anyone?

Octave
No.8
Singing From The Angels

Angel Jean Nolan
I Love You.

Affirmed

Linda VA ...
Just an FYI - you are watching the horses run on the SECRETARIAT Turf Course today!!

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This is a gorgeous turf course .... so the race we just watched was on the Secretariat Turf Course???? YIPPPEEEEE!! Now what about the race coming up ... also on the same course?

####### Rosemary in NE Ohio please email me, I can't locate yours. Thanks. CJ potlucky@sbcglobal.net

Alex,
Never have commented here. But have read your adventures daily. You will be greatly missed.
Thank you for giving us this forum all in the name of Barbaro. It has been a wonderful journey.
Wish you blue skies,happy trails as you travel this great land. Keep us updated on your adventure. Sending Blessings and Hugs for all you have done my friend. Lucy FOB Always New York

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LINNIE - Laffit Pincay JUNIOR!

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Linnie, Yes it is one of the best turf courses in the country, a full 1 1/4 mile.

OK, just saw the very brief glimpse of the Meadow. Oh well.

And I think this is Laffitt Pincay III.

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Lexis
Write a final post, no! We are all going to a new place, thanks to Alex. Knowing it will be a special place, where we will all do great and special things for the horses. For the love of Barbaro.

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LUCY, LUCY, LUCY...how great to see you over on "this side!"

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LaurieH, I am SOOOO sorry I missed last night. I had to go to bed early because Alex asked us to come to Fair Hill early (and it was a beautiful morning and day at Fair Hill.).

You know I fell in LOOOOOOVE with Montego when you sent me her picture. You know I felt she was meant to be with you...and I am VERY HAPPY that you decided to listen to her. She is going to give you so much joy, open your heart.

LaurieH, I have a short message from Luke...will e-mail it in just a sec.

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We had a fantastic day at Fair Hill today. The weather could not have been more perfect. Along with Donna and Barbara, we had a delightful fourth person...Denise, who I had met at FH back in February. I was hoping I would meet up with her again since her face just gets so radiant around the horses.

Real Lace saw me coming even before I walked into the barn. She was watching me and I felt her joy in my mind. She was great...as always. Fortuna, Red Aspen, Quick Quest and the six horses at the other end (I forget the owner's name, but he showed us all six of the horses.)

We met a sweet man named George Gilbert who stops by Tim's barn two or three times a week and follow's Tim's horses when they race. Red Aspen LOVES him and while we were with her, she let me do direct hands-on work on her...just above her right hip. I was nearly in tears.

There's more, but I don't want to take up too much more bandwidth. It was an amazing day.

Gator Nation looked great.

Real Lace (Lacie Girl), run with the wind and come home safely tomorrow. I love you so much sweet one.

LaurieH, you are now Montego's Mom...and I'm loving that idea. Please give Bart LOTS of hugs.

I am also so saddened to hear about Nick. I was sending to him last night and he couldn't hang on...

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Now to start reading Harry Potter.

Alex, hope you enjoy all the cards. I had so much fun receiving everything this past week. To those who sent me those beautiful letters, thank you so much for your kindness.

Donna and Barbara, so happy to meet you. Denise, it was a joy to see you again...hope you feel better soon.

Healing, Love, Peace,
ONS,
Lyn Gilbert

BTW, surely I'm not the only one who thinks that Octave is just GORGEOUS....

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Oh Nancy we know you're partial to the greys ;)

# LindaVA

Some time back, Barry Bonds wasn't able to testify before a Congresional committee with other baseball players because he couldn't squeeze his head through the doors of the Capitol building.

#Sarah LOLOL His head IS enormous!

# Lyn.... Is Real Lace as beautiful in person as in her picture? I think she has the most gorgeous face and eyes.

OK, I'm in a big quandary ....

I was all set to root for Blazing Dynamo in the VA Derby, but when I saw "Red Giant" on the screen, something inside told me to look up his bloodlines because "Red Giant" reminded me of "Big Red" which means "Secretariat." Sure enough, Red Giant has Big Red lines from Terlingua (if I read chart correctly) ...

Here's the link to his pedigree:

http://www.pedigreequery.com/red+giant3

Soooo, you know where my loyalty must be on the Secretariat Turf Course with the great great grandson of "Big Red" ...

Can it end in a tie????? Dead Heat with 2 winners? Red Giant AND Blazing Dynamo???

Thanks, Linda VA ... I knew it couldn't be THAT Laffit Pincay! This one is a hottie!!

LINDA .... RED GIANT RUNNING IN THE VA DERBY ... GREAT GREAT GRANDSON OF BIG RED!!!! HAVE TO ROOT FOR THIS BIG RED CHESTNUT CALLED RED GIANT!!!!

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Yes Linnie he's Red's great-great grandson.

ALSO ROOTING FOR BLAZING DYNAMO TOO, SO IF EITHER WINS I'LL BE HAPPY!!! OR IF THEY COME IN 1-2 IN EITHER ORDER, I'LL BE HAPPY!!!

I will forget a lot of things in the years to come but I will never forget "HERE COMES BARBARO THE UNDEFEATED BARBARO' or "ITS ALL BARBARO IN A SUPLINE PERFORMANCE". Barbaro was never defeated even in death as he still runs and will run forever. See all of you on the new site. Thanks Alex and best wishes.

11345.94 in reply to 11345.91

Here is some more info on DIamond Fever's win!

He broke from PP 5 and won the race by 1 1/2 lengths. 1:42.96 was the winning time for a 1 1/16th. Caraballo had him well placed up close to the pace. He was 3rd by 1/2 a length by a quarter of a mile. At the half he was 4th by 1 1/2 lengths but outside rivals, so running a bit farther than they were. After 3/4 of a mile he was 4th by 2 lengths but going around the fart turn coming into the stretch at this point, still outside of rivals. AND DOWN THE STRETCH THEY COME!!! (sorry, I had a Dave Johnson moment) Diamond Fever is now challenging for the lead!!! Wheels Up At Noon doesn't want to give up, but he just can't keep up with the great Diamond Fever who now leads the race by half a length!!!! In midstretch Diamond Fever holds on to the lead by a 1/2 length as Wheels Up At Noon just can't keep up, and at the wire its DIAMOND FEVER!!!!!!! His 4th win in a row!!!!!!!!

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WOW What a finish!!

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Sarah, Real Lace is beautiful. I can't get enough of her or Red Aspen or Luke (all of them, actually. I get lost in each of them for different reasons.). Her pictures do not do her justice. I felt her 2 miles from the barn and she was just looking out of her stall watching me when I arrived.

Not to give the other horses any less than they are due...I love them all. They are all so amazing and I love to be around them.

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LaurieH, check your e-mail!!!

Healing, Love, Peace,
ONS,
Lyn Gilbert

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LOL LyndaP - I see a new career for you as a track announcer! Felt like I was there! Now can YOU tell who won the Virginia Derby??

WHAT A RACE BY RED GIANT!!!!!!! Whether he's the "photo" winner or not, he went off at 30-1!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

And he had to navigate through traffic too!!!

WoooooooooooooHoo!!!!!!!!! He's already a winner in my heart!!!!

Alex,

Best wishes on your future endeavors. Thank you for all your hard work keeping us informed about Barbaro, Horseracing, and other important issues. This is only my second post and I couldn't let this day pass without sending my gratitude and best wishes.

Thank you so very,very much!!

Donna H.

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Holy Cow!!! A 35-1 shot! Great job by Red Giant!!!

LINDAVA HAHAHA No that one was too close!!!!!! Red Giant and Strike a Deal sure had a lot of heart!!!!

HE PAID $76 TO WIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I WOULD BE A MILLIONAIRE IF I'D BET! LOLOL

IT WAS MEANT TO BE ON THE SECRETARIAT TURF COURSE THAT ANOTHER "BIG RED" WOULD WIN, BUT WHAT A RACE AND WHAT A PAY OFF!!!!

CONGRATULATIONS RED GIANT ... ANOTHER HORSE I HAVE TO WATCH!!!

I AM SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO HAPPY!!!

WOOOOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!

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All in all, nice coverage by CBS. It's nice to see Virginia portrayed in a good light for a change. Hopefully this will help Colonial Downs attract more big name horses and trainers.

And Laffitt's pretty easy on the eyes, too!

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LINDA VA - yep, you caught me in a "grey moment" there...and my hair isn't even grey yet!

But seriously, isn't Octave stunning????

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LINNIE - Laffit Pincay JUNIOR!

Posted by: Nancy in CT at July 21, 2007 10:22 PM

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Thanks, Nancy ... it should have said "Jr." after his name or the II or whatever. It doesn't take much to confuse me these days, but that was just too young to be "that" Pincay!!

### Gallant Secret left one year ago.

God Bless you beautiful girl.

Love, Light and Protection for All of The Horses

And Laffitt's pretty easy on the eyes, too!

Now THAT'S an understatement!!! He's HOT!!

the vigil tonight at 6pm.
.for all broken hearts
for all joys received for Barbaro;s many illuminations

i send you Barbaro my complete thankfulness
'that
perhaps,
a very close step torwards reaching heaven .
.what ever that is to each one

is compassion
and that compassion you showed those who owned you cared
for you and loved you..especially now

in all the magnificent work being done to bring up the vibration from
the long suffering voicelss to new heights of awareness in the two
legeds
what a opportunity.
.selfless nobility of yours
.. ..
i never knew there were so many ways to hurt others and animals and
our natural planet as we seem to devise
as our species.
.
i take your example
beloved Barbaro
close to my heart and soul

for NICK
who also battles now for breathing space on earth
to bless all those who got him his air conditioner and all manner of
things to help him along
that goes for all caregivers
from pure thoughts, to angel all over america...the world too

be careful with your money
know where it is really going and honor the fact
you can give service if not money
it is all about
how one can fill each moment..
a choice
love or nothing.
judgement or praise
smiles or frowns
hatred or acceptance

how he could listen and hear
in the light

martita july 21st ,2007

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Yes Nancy she is gorgeous.

Just checked the local paper, this was Laffitt III, it was Laffitt Junior that was a jockey back in the day.

Alex
Thank you for all you have done for all us FOB’s. I hope you have some nice relaxing down time, after today. God Bless You.
Alie
KF

It's hard to see that he is the son of the great Jockey. I don't see any resemblance at all!!! I wonder what his mom looks like.

Dear Tim--thank you; thank you for allowing us to be here during the days, during the nights, during the tears, the love, the frays and the fights. Thank you, and may God bless you abundantly throughout your long, long life.

Thank you, Alex--master of understatement, dry wit, spare prose, deliverer of Truth and Fact. Thank you for the updates, the contacts, the up to the minute that brought Barbaro's world to us. And thank you for helping to take us to him.

Thank you Famblee, thank you Frens. Thank you poets, mystics, healers, activists. Thank you storytellers, thank you broken hearts, healing hearts, hard times, good times, thank you for pouring yourselves out into this site, out into the world, out into space. Thank you all who love Barbaro, horses, animals, and people. Thank you for daring, for bravery, for stretching so far beyond comfort that it produced not just pain but anguish--and all for Love and for doing the Right things. Hoofrays and no horse left behind. Another Comfortable Night. Dr. R. Dear Edgar, and Eduardo. It's a mosaic that will take years to sort out, if it can be.

The Fog, Felix, Molasses, Fitch, Buck, Abercrombie, Rosie, BB, Misty, Spirit, and so many, so many--they are all there, all here, but so many I can't put them all in writing. It is the same with all of you: ALL of you--the names, the stories, the pain, the comfort, the love, the acceptance, the falls from grace and the redemptions. All of it because of Barbaro. Barbaro.

A Breyer Barbaro sits on my dining room table. No saddle, no rider. Tail and main flowing, eye keen and intent. Four healthy legs; four healthy feet. This is how I see him; whole; healed; at his best. And I love him, as do all of you here.

And so it is not, as I thought, the Crack of Doom, the End of Times, the forever farewell...there is a passageway opening. It is true, then? That when one door closes, another opens? Thank you for offering hope, and an opening door, Alex. Godspeed and good luck; but then hard work always preceeds "luck".

Barbaro was the ride of Edgar's life. He was and is the ride of all of our lives.

God bless you, Barbaro...we are still here; we still love, we still care. We still get it.

Love,

Sue M. Pittsburgh

I think it's hilarious that Bee Charmer is owned by Bee Charmer Inc. HAHAHAHA. That was another Matz horse that ran today. He came in 4th. He kept gaining the whole race but just could not catch up at the end. Hmmm mabe he needs a longer race, or the jockey needed to shake him up a bit.

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One more thing...this morning, we were able to chat briefly with Michael Matz as he was going with his riders to and from the track...maybe he saw me wearing my Barbaro t-shirt..who knows. But he is so nice, so gracious.

Healing,Love, Peace,
ONS,
Lyn Gilbert

And Laffitt's pretty easy on the eyes, too!

Now THAT'S an understatement!!! He's HOT!!

Posted by: Linnie at July 21, 2007 11:02 PM

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LINNIE - LMAO - I was just about to correct Linda
VA when I saw that another Scorpio mind had beaten me to the punch! Definitely eye candy...

Alex, thank you. Whereever you go, you take our wishes for the best of life with you. You have given so much of yourself for us and the horses.

Mary S. Happy Birhtday tomorrow. I hope it is blessed beyond measure.

Nick...you are safely home. I wait with impatience for the day we will meet there. Theresa, you are the best of the best. Nick was blessed here on earth with your care and love.

Life is so hard, and it is so special. With all of the pain, I still would chose a life where I "know" Barbaro, Nick, Cowboy, Mercedes and all of you.

Just checked the local paper, this was Laffitt III, it was Laffitt Junior that was a jockey back in the day.

Posted by: LindaVA at July 21, 2007 11:04 PM

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Well if they keep getting better looking with each generation, then I can't wait for IV!!!!!

### LP his mom must be tall, he didn't look jockey sized to me!
Thanks for the info on Bee Charmer! I was wondering how he did, I love that name!

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LINNIE - LMAO - I was just about to correct Linda
VA when I saw that another Scorpio mind had beaten me to the punch! Definitely eye candy...

Posted by: Nancy in CT at July 21, 2007 11:13 PM

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Yes, Nancy, we KNOW "Prime" when we see it now, don't we????????? This one is eye, nose and throat candy!!!!!!

### Hay NancyCT - I'm a Scorpio too! Great minds..yes he is HOT!

### Hay NancyCT - I'm a Scorpio too! Great minds..yes he is HOT!

Posted by: LindaVA at July 21, 2007 11:15 PM

OMG ... You too!!!!!!! No wonder!!!!!

LYN GILBERT; You have to email me your story meeting Michael. Give me play by play!!!!! What was he wearing? Was he on Messaging? Ok NO HOLDING BACK!!!!

Ok I gotta go pick up a friend to go to church. See you all later!!!!!!

LYN DONT FORGET EMAIL ME PLAY BY PLAY sunshineforever31@yahoo.com

LOLOLOLOLOL

way to go, Anna! (I like my equine namesake!)

sounds like a great day of racing. I didn't watch any, rather I went to Petsmart's closeout of State Line Tack and got a helmet and a couple of buckets at great prices.

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LINDA VA & LINNIE...oh, dear - I fear we are all exhibiting symptoms of the "Scorpio Syndrome"...and you both know what I mean!

Linda, I added a (paraphrased) song to your thread...

# Thanks Lyn, for your description of Real Lace. Her photo is so striking, I'd love to see her in person!

There is a day I will remember forever: it was a Sunday during the winter. There was snowfall here. There were birds and deer feeding outside my window.

All of us talked; Alex posted, too. It was cozy, it was warm, it was happy and cheerful, and friendship enveloped us all....I believe that I was also enveloped by a glass or two of red wine. But that is beside the point : )Thank you for that day. I remember it as perfect.

Now, in July, so much has happened: my daughter is expecting her first child in January(!!); my mother experienced bleeding behind her right eye--probably macular degeneration. The Frens and Famblee have written beautiful pieces, done incredibly generous and moving good works, talked to Congressional aids, become activists and horse owners.

Barbaro: the Center of our collective Heart.

Love,
Sue M., Pittsburgh

Happy Birthday, Jeanine Edwards!

WOW...We're still HERE?????

I LOVE YOU BARBARO NATION....FAMBLEE!!!!!!

CONGRATS to Laurie H and MONTEGO...can't wait to see pictures???!!! Hint...Hint.....

So soooorrryyyy I missed the big love-in last evening but my Jimmi kitty was sick for the first time in 16yrs and I went to bed early exhausted wiped out from the stress....I normally don't get that way....It's just that I have come to love you ALL so and I don't want to lose any of my FAMBLEE!!!!!

Theresa...prayers for Nick were the last thing on my mind last evening...please know that you are being held close in our hearts!!!Nick is finally healed better than we could ever do and safe forever!!! He was such a beauty...WE WON'T FORGET HIM !!!! HUGS dear one!!!

Pamela...your emails have been a joy !!! You are creative genius !!The trip down memory lane was...priceless!!! Don't stay away so long???

Dora J...where are you daughter???? Fix that ornery puter and get back with yer famblee!!!!!

Mary S...I feel somewhere in time we were kindred spirits !!!!

Mary L...ours is a parallel universe????

Otherlyn...my surrogate sister...you have so many talents...YOU MUST FINISH "ONLY A MOMENT BEFORE THE WIND" it is breathtaking...I can hardly wait for the next installment...HUGS...WE SHALL MEET AGAIN!!

Jonnagrey..I read everything you write ....such a sweet soul you have!!!

Angela...stay the course!!! You are appreciated more than you will ever know!!!!THE HORSES NEED YOU!!!! WE NEED YOU!!!!

I wish there was space to list ALL of you ...each of you have special talents ....handpicked !!! All you have to do is USE THEM!!!!!!

ALEX ...LEAD ON !!!!!!!

Sorry for the rambling...I'm a little emotional folks!!!!

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JUST CHECKING IN, WANTED TO MAKE SURE PERFECT DRIFT WAS OK BEFORE I TAKE OFF. HM!!?? I HEARD HE RETIRED FROM INJURY, HOPE IS HE OK THOUGH. HOPEFULLY THEY'LL UPDATE HIS HEALTH ON THE RACING SHOWS THAT I TIVO'D.

LYN GILBERT, THAT'S NICE YOU CHATTED WITH MICHAEL, LYNDA'S BOYFRIEND!! LOL!! HE SEEMS LIKE SUCH A GREAT GUY.

LUV YA,
CHERYL G

Good luck Alex on this the eve of your first day of retirement. I'm sure you are full of emotion today as one chapter ends and another begins. I'm imagining you enjoying your day but also working hard on the new site. Look forward to joining you and all of our friends there.

If anyone is able, let's honor Alex and let's honor Barbaro. I'm going to light a candle for them both.

Deborah (Poalnd, OH)

Is our room ready yet? My bags are getting heavy!
Can’t wait to see the new site. Can hear all the hammering and sawing going on, can’t you?

Congratulations to Graham Motion and Bridge Game...she came on like a "house-a-fire" in the stretch run to win the Arlington Modesty ($150,000 purse - not too shabby either)...

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ALEX, YOU ARE STILL HERE- I THOUGHT YOU LEFT TODAY. THANK YOU AGAIN FOR EVERYTHING, YOU'VE BEEN GREAT!!! I THINK YOU SHOULD JUST STAY WITH US THOUGH!! :>)

OK, TAKING OFF,

LUV YA ALL,
CHERYL G

***All this is a bit off topic! Well, a lot off topic.****

Let us pray for the 23 year old man who was at the epicenter of the NYC steam pipe explosion. His body is 80% covered in burns and is in a medically induced coma to reduce his suffering.

Ro & Brady

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MARIBEL - purrs and headbutts to your little Jimmi from my elderly (but don't tell her I said so!) Princess Maizie 19+.

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RO-
OH, THAT'S SO SAD, I'LL DEFINITELY SAY A PRAYER FOR HIM, IT DOESN'T SOUND GOOD THOUGH, HOW AWFUL!!

LOVE & LOTS OF PRAYERS,
CHERYL G

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WOW when you type in www.alexbrownracing.com it comes to TWR -try it -i guess the two are somehow linked. Definite progress being made. We have to stay together famblee

Hello Family,
Nice to see so many familiar names and even more silent ones coming out to wish Alex well and tell Tim how much they appreciate him giving up his sight for all this time.
So nice to see Nancy isn't the only one being naughty today.Thanks ladies, loved the laugh. I'll have to remember that about scorpio's...LOL
(to bad I missed the sight you all saw)

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Debbie LA, I do hear the sound of construction as we speak. Hope they are done soon. I was so relieved when I came here and found out the new home had been picked and we are just waiting on the final touches. And as Lynne so cleverly said, just waiting on the keys...I loved that...

So sorry to hear about Nick. After last nights report, I really thought he may be turning a corner.
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Mary S... Happy birthday tomorrow.
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Dora J... Hope you are feeling better.
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Harriette...may just have to take you up on your advice about the pain. Thanks for letting us know.

Off to finish laundry...woo hoo...ok, I am about as excited about it as that sounded..LOL

Love to all.

See you at the new house.

Verna

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Mary S.
I hadn't read your post of April 29 until today. I've got to say, that says it all, doesn't it? He was one of the greatest beauties I've seen in my lifetime, and I truly believe he still is beautiful, more so, even if differently. Thank you for reposting and have a happy birthday tomorrow.
Pam

hello famblee,

My heart breaks for Nick, I wanted him to live so much.

# Dora, glad you are better and back here where you belong.

# CJ, if you talk to your father in your mind, tell him I wish him a happy birthday.

# Mary S., happy birthday to you (tomorrow).

Alex, Godspeed and thanks for the new home for us.

That whole Jeannine Edwards birthday thing is hilarious!

It is so great to read all the posts.

FOB's..I love each and every one of you.

I thought no one would be here today - yesterday was so emotional. Today feels fresh - looking forward to our new "home".

Tim, we will certainly keep checking in on you!

Alex, any update about Hawty would be appreciated (if you hear anything during your travels) - I have her shoes in a special place!

Happy Trails.

It's all Barbaro.

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LyndaP, check your email...:) The conversation was short, sweet and he and his horses/riders were on the way to the track. But MM was very nice, very gracious.

Healing, Love, Peace,
ONS,
Lyn Gilbert

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Verna:) Thanks, Girlie:) Keys.....we just need our 'keys'.....sometimes these things just come into my head!!!! :)

Joanne Frank.....

I tried to google www.alexbrownracing.com...nothing comes up except a message saying it's not there:( Which search engine are you using to get it to take you to TWR?

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Sweet Alex, I'm glad your last day was a good one and I hope you had the ride of your life today.

You will be missed on this site but we will follow you wherever you take us.

Love, Marilyn

Sweet Alex, I'm glad your last day was a good one and I hope you had the ride of your life today.

You will be missed on this site but we will follow you wherever you take us.

Love, Marilyn

Mary S...am I missing something??? I thought your birthday was closer to Barbaro's????? If NOT....
My heart is singing Happy Happy to you cause my son the music director says I'm musically iliterate !!!
HUGS ...

Sweet Alex, I'm glad your last day was a good one and I hope you had the ride of your life today.

You will be missed on this site but we will follow you wherever you take us.

Love, Marilyn

Sweet Alex, I'm glad your last day was a good one and I hope you had the ride of your life today.

You will be missed on this site but we will follow you wherever you take us.

Love, Marilyn

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LINDA VA & LINNIE...oh, dear - I fear we are all exhibiting symptoms of the "Scorpio Syndrome"...and you both know what I mean!

Linda, I added a (paraphrased) song to your thread...

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Yes I know the SS ... Scorpio Syndrome not to be confused with the SSS ... Secretariat Soul Sisters!!! LOL

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ALSO FOR ANYONE WHO KNOWS ...

Why wasn't Diamond Fever "eligible" for any Triple Crown Seasons?

OK, true confession time...to show you how stupid/uninformed I was before this site and Alex: when I watched Barbaro's Kentucky Derby, I hadn't watched ANY racing since Smarty Jones and before that since Nashua (most of you are too young to remember him). Sooooooo, in the post parade when I saw the pink "blanket" with the #8 on it, I actually said to myself, "OOOOOH, that pink doesn't look good with the colors of the silks!" Hay, give me a little credit - at least I knew the word "silks."

I actually thought that "somebody"...trainer, owner, who knows....picked out the color "blanket" they wanted and I couldn't believe anyone would mix PINK with the Lael colors.

When I was "coerced" into calling races here last summer for people who don't have HRTV or TVG, I discovered that EVERY #8 saddlepad that I saw was pink...just one of the untold things I have learned as a result of discovering this blessed place!

BTW, upper left side of this page - Alex's FAQ section is excellent!!!!

Here's a switch-a-roo. Today on the radio someone was talking about a family in California where the authorities were called in because the family was living in filthy living conditions but their horse was well fed and well taken care of!

There's one for the books!

Bonnie

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way to go, Anna! (I like my equine namesake!)

sounds like a great day of racing. I didn't watch any, rather I went to Petsmart's closeout of State Line Tack and got a helmet and a couple of buckets at great prices.

Posted by: Anna in Tx at July 21, 2007 11:21 PM

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Yes I thought of you, Anna, while watching this race, even though I was rooting for another horse and now I can't even remember her name ... but I am happy for your namesake's win. Oh yes, I was rooting for Christmas Kid and Bit of Whimsy ...

So you bought a helmet and some buckets ... where's the horse? LOLOL ...

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Nancy CT...WELL....All I can say girl...is I am sitting here w/mouth OPEN.....I never realized until I read your post here that alllllll #8 blankets are PINK....ARE they allllll PINK????

O.K....well, I'll just jot this down in my 'mature' brain as yet ANOTHER thing I have learned from TWR and Famblee members re: HORSE "stuff"....LOL!

Anyone else having difficulty, i.e., failing pulling up www.alexbrownracing.com ????? I'm not getting it....

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

A fitting video before Alex begins the next chapter - if you want to revist news coverage about TWR and Barbaro's updates, visit this weblink from WJZ.com in Baltimore (July 18, 2006).

http://wjz.com/local/local_story_199150343.html

Lynne Brown...I'm just blonde I guess??? Cause I'm not being able to bring up the new web address either???? LOL

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Nancy,

I never knew they all wore the same colors for a particular number either. Then, I thought they only wore those colors at the Derby!

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LYNNE - alexbrownracing.com brought me HERE!

The new web address is not operational yet. Alex, will tell us when to switch over.

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Maribel....me too, blonde...truly!! O.K., well at least I know I'm not alone in failing...maybe unklealex is doing some 'tweaking' of the site and therefore, it's unavailable for now...You know, anytime a new home is built...there are always little 'details' which need extra attention...the first while...We are patient...we know it will all come together and be just beautiful:) Too bad we can't all breathe in that special 'new home' smell, huh??? Fresh paint, new wood, new flooring...new everything....sigh!

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Nancy in CT...Jimmi says thank you and please to tell Ms Maizie that I think he prefers older women???? Purrs kisses and HUGS(no headbutts)coming your way....

Nancy - You taught a lot of us something today - I didnt know all #8 blankets were pink...WOW!!!!

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Nancy CT...O.K. Which search engine did you use to get here???? C'mon....help me out...Google doesn't know about it yet....:/ I don't know any others...oh! Wait! Yes I do....ask.com...I'll try THAT one:)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

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LISA ET AL...I hope I haven't led you all astray, but I check EVERY race I watch and that #8 saddlepad is pink, pink, pink....

And it makes sense...the tracks have a collection of numbered saddlepads, each number represented by a different color!

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Nancy...No luck with the www.alexbrownracing.com thing....not able to get it through Google....

Now that you phrase the racing blanket thing this way...i.e., each track has a blanket for every post position...well, YES:) it makes perfect sense...and somewhere or other...who knows how many years back...SOMEONE decided on the colors for each post position in every race...and all the tracks must adhere to that color chart :) NOW....now, it makes PERFECT sense to me!!! :)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Nancy ... I'm proud of you for your "confession" ...

I have sooooooo much to confess that I need a real priest and a confessional ...

Father Alex, forgive me for I have sinned and sinned, and sinned and sinned ... before coming to the TWR site and DB, I didn't know very much about horse racing, saddle blankets, odds, $1 boxes, fractions, furlongs, twelve-clips, breezing, galloping, taking the bit, loosening the reins, leveling out, giving a horse his head (that's a great new addition to my "horsecabulary"),bays, chestnuts, sorrels, and oh so many other 'sins of the Thoroughbred. I'm still not sure exactly what "odds-on" means except I think it means the heavy favorite??????

So, for all these and other sins which I cannot now remember, Father Alex, forgive me.
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Father Alex:

"My Child you have committed mortal sins of the Triple Crown and TB racing, and I am at a loss as to your penance at this point. First you must make a heartfelt "Act of COLTrition" for all of your transgressions. Then when you leave this confessional, you must say 1 complete "ROSEary" for the Derby leg of the Triple Crown, plus 10 "Prayers of Weakness" for the Preakness Leg, and finally you must run a mile and one half, winning by 31 lengths in 2:24 flat during the month of June for the Belmont Leg of the Triple Crown. Following this, because you have sinned so severely, you must pray at the altar of St. Barbaro for 29 straight hours repeating this refrain: "And Here Comes Barbaro, the Undefeated Barbaro in a Sublime Performance" while clutching your Derby ROSEary.

After you have completed all of this penance ... you must promise to give up your materialistic desire to go from "Rags to Riches" and forever live a life of humility as a "Secretary-at" for the new site of Alexander Brown, whenever and wherever that may be.

If you will do all these things, I absolve you of all sin ... but if you relapse, then ALL BETS ARE OFF AND YOU'LL BE A 100-1 SHOT AT BEST OF GETTING A "COME FROM BEHIND" SPRINT TO THE FINISH LINE!!

I want to add my voice in thanks and appreciation for Tim and Alex. I have held back for the past couple of days because there is so much I want to say that I actually do not know how to say it. Odd huh?
So.....
Thank you Tim for providing a "home" to the many who fell in love with Barbaro and could not resist to follow his journey. Because of that journey, unforeseen events have occurred. But it all started with a gorgeous bay horse, his connections, and the generosity of you, Tim. Thank you!
Alex- you have given so much to so many. Before Barbaro I would watch the Triple Crown races very casually; always struck by the beauty of the horses.
Now I have an over sized coffee table stacked with books I have read about horses and horse racing. My house is quickly filling up with images of Barbaro and those brown eyes still call me to continue to work in Barbaro's name. Because you thought to post updates, educate us about horse racing,and devote countless hours to maintain this site and the DB, I have found a whole new world.
Thanks does not seem like enough for all that you have given. But from the bottom of my heart....Many Many Thanks! Save journeys... Please know what an impact you have had on many!
Love to my FOB Famblee....
jan

I wondered about those PINK saddle blankets and to be honest I thought in my BLONDE BARBIE mind exactly what Nancy thought.....who ever in their right mind would put that pink with Lael Colors!!! LOL

I'm so relieved....

hAy famblee, just popping in to say "hay famblee" (such a wit!)

Sounds like we still need painting and final touches on our new cyber house--is this one staying open in the interim?

Sue and Walter, glad to see you again!

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Nancy CT...Me again:) In all honesty...after our Boy won the Derby EVER so SUBLIMELY...:) I do remember thinking...."why would they put a PINK blanket on a Colt"?...and while on this subject..brings another question to mind...at what age does a 'Colt' become a 'Stallion'...???

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

NANCY ...
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LISA ET AL...I hope I haven't led you all astray, but I check EVERY race I watch and that #8 saddlepad is pink, pink, pink....

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No you haven't led anyone astray ... indeed the #8 'wears' a pink saddle blanket, just as the #7 wears an orange one. I've "detected" that too from race to race and track to track. It's universal, at least in the US.

Oh Good Heavens....All #8 have a pink blanket???
Well...I'll be............
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Jan:) I KNOW huh?! Gee Whizzzzz! We just keep learning and learning, don't we??? LOL!LOL!

But it's TRUE...:) I never knew 'til Nancy CT posted it HERE.....at our 'skool' ......:)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend (still learning) in CA

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Hi everyone.......there is a rescue on the DB that needs some help to reach the goal. Just under $2000 to go in next 24hrs.

There are quite a few horses on feedlot, some could be adopted directly, and those funds could then be used to rescue the remaining horses.

Any help would be greatly appreciated. Some of the FOBs are donating in honor of Nick, the Arabian horse that died this morning.
Thanks, Ellie Az.

Saddle cloths are all the same color so that bettors/spectators can follow their horse around the track. #1 is always red, #2 is always black, etc., so that you can pick out colors around the race track.

My parents owned harness horses when I was a kid, and I learned the color/number corollaries when I was four years old...before I could read!

To answer another question: colts become horses at age 5, and fillies become mares at age 5.

Cheers!

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MARIBEL - now I understand...I was platinum blonde until I was EIGHT years old, so it really wasn't my fault!

I'm glad to have been the source for just another little tidbit of worthless-but-interesting information!

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Some days I don't think I can put 2 + 2 together....I swear.......
jan

SKOOL is back in session: I typed alexbrownracing.com into my Yahoo address bar and found myself right here!

We don't seem to hear of very many horses and mares racing these days????? They're retiring to stud at 2 and 3 years these days.....Bernardini et al

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Jan ...hahahahahahahaha! Thanks fren, I had a great laugh out loud....mostly, 'cause I can TOTALLY relate:)
While we are 'memory laneing' here...I remembered a post of yours last winter....after Bobby passed...it was snowing at your house...I think they were forecasting 12' !!! of fresh snow..you wrote you had chocolate and coffee...I wrote and asked if I could come share w/you....that was the first time I 'met' you...and since then I like to think of you as my special 'teacher' fren who had such a WONDERFUL time with all the kids at your 'skool'.....horsey week became horsey month and then became horsey quarter:) And then the BEST was when you were able to actually bring HORSEYS to skool that day.....and you had baskets of yummy treats for them...I just 'tellay' Jan...my face smiles whenever I think of that picture in my 'minds eye'....I think those children are BEYOND fortunate to have you in their lives....and I still ponder about how many of them might grow up to become Equine Vets???

I am awfully glad to meet you, Jan:)

Teresa....WOW! You grew up around horses!!! I would have most certainly wanted to be your bestest friend!!! Lucky You:) Not all of us had that most special opportunity to learn about the blanket/color thingy...I had to wait almost 63 YEARS:)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

jan, above at 1:27 am... you have said it all for me. I have learned so much, admire so many more worthy people than I would ever have met, appreciate life in a different and more wonderful and precious way... all from my association here, for Barbaro.

I don't spend much time here but rather on the forum lately, but burnt the early morning hours here for long months, watching and worrying, celebrating and mourning. I bless all who came, many who left, and those still here.

Love you all, without reservation. Thank you, Alex. I am so happy the journey will continue...

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MEOW, MEOW, Jimmi, are you here? I know you would just adore me because I am the PRINCESS Maizie Lee, a calico with a snow-white belly (but maybe that TMI for you)...and we have something else in common. I was never sick one single day until I was 18 1/2, and now I have to take thyroid medicine twice a day. My mom knew that I would NEVER tolerate pills being shoved down my throat, so my liquid, turkey-flavored medicine comes all the way from TX to CT...it's not really too awful, my I have to complain a bit just to maintain my dignity - I'm sure you understand! I hope you are feeling much better tonight - CATS RULE!

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Lynne--thank you, except that I screwed up the colors! The #2 is WHITE, not black--I just always think of that big black number against the cloth.

Oops!

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Nancy CT...O.K. :) I typed in www.alexbrownracing.com (At Yahoo) It came up 'not found'....but then I clicked on the red lettering....and YES!!! HERE I AM:) So, maybe it just needs to 'cycle'..you know like after midnight it will be 'in'....always and forever???

TAAAAAAAA-DAAAAAAAAAAA I'm heeeeerrrrrrreeeeeee:)
Wow! I should write down date/time....FIRST time getting here to the NEW HOUSE!!!!!

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

## Linnie, details, details!

I'm working on the horse part!

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Ah...Lynne.....
Thank you so much...your words warm my heart. Amazing the power of words..
Every night as the deer show up to see what the crazy lady has left for them...I think of you...Your excitement of feeding the horses at the fence...your concern and amazement at watching the fawns come into this crazy world... Your amazement and awe at life! I am very rich for getting to "know" you through this place so many call HOME!
The pictures of my students petting the horses that glorious day....PRICELESS! Pure Joy....
Smiles..
My principal is always a tad bit suspicious of my brilliant ideas..I wonder why??? That day of the horses' visit..the principal finally strolled away from his office and moseyed outside to make an appearance. The moment was priceless...As the principal stood there..putting his time in...One of the horses looked at him eye-to-eye,a challenge...lifted its tail...and CALLING CARDS...staring at my principal as he registered his thoughts!!
Well...if looks could kill... my principal glared at me and just shook his head.
I fell in love with that horse from that moment on....
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Thanks...It is so hard to put into words what all of this has meant...the impact...Amazing experience, adventure... :)
jan

Princess Maizie...we have much more in common than you think!!! My mommy was a gorgeous longhaired calico and my daddy a cinnimon orange persian...I got chosen by my Lady's son because I was the handsomest of all my brothers and sisters!!! Did you know Ms Maizie that calicos are the most intelligent????? I'm black and I'm the most beautiful cat in the world according to everyone who has seen me....REALLY!!!! Where is this CT place anyway?? Is it far??? I travelled on an airplane in the passenger compartment with my Lady ....it wasn't scary at all....HONEST!!!!! Purrs to you ...may I call you Maizie??? You can call me Jim .......

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I'm working on the horse part!

Posted by: Anna in Tx at July 22, 2007 2:16 AM

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Anna, my friend, I know you are ... I know!! Go for it!!

Lynne Brown

A horse doesn't officially become a stallion until he gets a mare in foal.

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See Jan? Here we are.....sooooooooo many miles apart....you think of me, I of you....:) I too love the horsey who left it's 'apples' while your principal stood there watching...putting his time in....

((((((((((((((((((((((jan)))))))))))))))))))))))

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

My heart beats for your heart, Barbaro, always and forever. Run with the angels honey! Yes, I also feel you near . . . .

Very emotional day . . . .

Holding hands, paws, hooves, feets, wings . . . . to all four-legged and two-legged FOB's, and big hugs and many prayers to all my "famblee". . . .

Am also experiencing technical difficulties with my network connections so am just so hoping this will post.

with love, Lou Ann

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Shelly A....Actually, while I was posing that question...I did wonder if they might need to 'prove' themselves:)

Well then.....here's to all those Colts gonna be stallions....I wish you ALL every success:) Keep those babes comin' :)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

YIPPEE!!!! I made it through!!

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ALEX, this just cannot be "goodbye", I won't say it, just lots and lots more hugs to you and blessings upon you always and always! Too many "goodbyes" this year . . . . Can't wait to read your book!
Just wait till YOUR book hits the bookstores!!!
The bookstores may not be prepared for the FOB NATION!! :)

And ALEX, please don't forget your visit to JILLADELLA!!

Hugs, Lou Ann
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Hello everyone,

I pulled up the internet just now and I'm so happy the site is still working. I thought I'd be too late. I can't wait to move into our new home! Our new cyber home! Alex, thank you for keeping us together. That is so important for not only our causes, but also to all of us, personally. This is famblee!

Joe the horse says hello to everyone. He is busy getting ready to make more calls next week. He's gathered up all his frens on the farm and they're ready and waiting to get started.

Take care everyone and have a good night.

How does one say thank you Alex, for all you have done? I will forever be greatful for everything that has come into my life as a result of Tim Woolley Racing, ths wonderful website you established for Tim.
Thank you always and I am looking forward to continueing to keep in touch with all the FOB's and with you at your new website/forum as you travel and write, and travel and write some more.
I will always Believe in Barbaro.

Nancy, Va Beach :)

###Harriette - goodness, thank you - thank you God. Maybe I should get you to write my brochures! Seriously, I am so glad you are feeling better Harriette.

Take good care.

Love, Light and Protection for All of the Horses

Dear Jimmi the Hendrix cat,

Please get well real soon and snap out of the purple haze you're in. We love you!

Lizzie, beautiful rumblekiddeeninasoot
Bagheera, cuteliddlerumblekiddeenwifoutabutt

## Linda M, Verna, BobbieB and Pam Mrosss - thank you. Tonight I already made one of my birthday wishes!

## Maribel - Barbaro and I share a heart, not a birthday - but then we all do - we are all kindred spirits - that is why we found our way here!

Sweet dreams everyone,

Love, Light and Protection for All of The Horses

Last night on TWR...quite melancholy, Yes?

...the words aren't coming, but I want to be here.

Just thanks for everything. Thanks for bringing Belle back to me...Thanks for the love and frenship.

Loving you, Dear BARBARO.

Loving you TWR FOB...Frens.

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Hello everyone!

I want to thank ALL of you for joining me in my excitement and joy of being blessed with Montego in my life!

I spent about 3 hours with her and her family today and once again, she opened her heart to me. She has a playful side and amuses all of the neighbors. I think I may have a little ham on my hands...

Her family bought her a dog toy a couple of days ago. Fuzzy in the middle and braided "arms" on the side...she throws it around, steps on it, parades it around their pasture. She is very proud of her toys!

Tomorrow I think I will go back and spend more time with her. Her family said that I am welcome to see her any time. I will be calling the boarding place tomorrow to find out when she can arrive.

She is such a doll. She has been surrounded by love her entire young life and everything Good about Montego, I credit to her family. I have made it very clear to them, that they are MORE than welcome to visit her. I hope they take me up on it...

Thank you again every one. I couldn't wait to tell my famblee... Thank you. xxoo

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Oh Sweet Laurie:) Did you by chance read a post I left here earlier today? I can't remember time or even to whom I posted it to...but I DID say I betcha Montego will end up with a green cashmere blanket and that you will be enjoying more than just occasional 'slumber parties' with her:)

I will add to my own list of 'wishes' that somehow you might be able to have her at your own property someday...so all you have to do is look out your window and see her...and just walk some steps to her pen/stall...THAT would be SO excellent for you...and your 'girl':)

Enjoy! Enjoy! Enjoy Laurie H!, spend as much time as you possibly can with her...:) You will LOVE EVERY MOMENT...and your face won't stop SMILING for a long while after you've left to come home again!!! And you won't want to wash your hands right away, either...'cause you'll be able to smell her right there with you:)

Love, Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Just got home from a friends house after church!
Thank you Lyn!!!!

Linnie; Diamond Fever was eligible for the TC, but MM didn't believe that DF was ready for it. I don't think he was either. It looks like he loves the grass and this is where he will probably stay.

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Dear Jim, I don't want you to ever feel that I was ignoring you...my silly mama was watching a television program and laughing with her face in a pillow so she wouldn't wake up the two little girls who are right above her bedroom...actually mama was braying like a donkey!

Your daddy was a Persian? This is amazing - my birthmother was a Persian! We don't know anything about my father...the story is that he was a traveling salesman passing through the yard, but I'm not sure what that means. I think it may be adult stuff about the birds and the bees...

I would be delighted to have you call me Maizie...only mama calls me Princess Maizie Lee, because she thinks it sound elegant...I think it sounds a little snobbish, but I humor her once in a while. It's just like my housemate orange tabby Seamus...mama calls him Sir Seamus the Shy, but he's just plain old Seamus to me. And he's not shy, he is the biggest wimp in all of catdom!

You are probably asleep already, but if not then I can say sweet dreams to you...I was sleeping in mama's spot on the bed, which means I had to move again....sometimes that woman forgets who is in charge around here!

Love,
Maizie

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Laurie,

I can picture her with that toy.

I haven't posted very often, but I have visited this site every day since Barbaro's injury. I have had times of great exhileration and times of terrible grief. But I always find comfort in the dedication of FOB's. I will continue to work for the welfare of all animals because of your inspiration. Thank all of you so much, especially Tim for giving us his space and Alex for everything that he has done for all of us.

Good Morning Sweet Barbaro in Heaven!

Good morning Rosie, Bobby's Lil Angel, Misty and Spirit.

Enjoy your Sunday everyone!

Ro & Brady

g'morning, y'all...

quiet day.

Barbaro Cards- benefitting Fund

All Rainbows To Our Angel Horses And Angels Here.

Glowing Rainbows
Angelic
Barbaro Bluebird
He Can Fly
God's Light
Glowing
Angels All Around
You
Your Hearts Of Love........

Affirmed

FOB's: 46

Where: Arlington Race Track

When: August 4th

Cost: $20.00

RSVP: Contact MJ42903 thru the message board or leave a message here and I will contact you.

An interesting article on drug positives in racing from the current on-line Blood-Horse.

What a great resource and help you've been, Alex. Best wishes for the future. I'm sure others will also miss the daily reports on training at Fair Hill as much as I will. You've taught me so much about the racing world, the training world.

I don't post often but I have followed this group like a hound on a scent, and called my Congresscritters (boneheads that they are) until I think their phones flinch. (They're boneheads on more than one issue, and I've emailed, written, called about more than horse slaughter.)

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Elizabeth,

"I have followed this group like a hound on a scent"

that describes me too!

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PAMELA!
while you're tripping down memory lane, here's one for you...

I remember when I finally finished this, I knew in my heart he was going to make it. And he has. Just not the way we expected.

After the Derby

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New House must not be up and running just yet I guess....I tried Googling...'could not be found'...then Yahoo...but that brought a menu which directed me to Alex' home page...last updated in November..I saw a pic:) of Basil...sorry Alex...somehow I thought your dog was a Chocolate Lab!!

I KNOW when it's truly finished and ready to go...I will be able to access from Google and get there....:)

I hope everyone has a wonderful Sunday!!! :)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Calling Maizie....Maizie that's a real purrrrty name!! Has a real nice sound to it!!! Maizie it is but I shall still imagine you as Princess!!! I didn't tell you but Auntie sometimes calls me Prince Puss so I think you and I must be ascended from Royals????

It's sure nice to communicate with another intelligent feline !!! I have a new old toy...new cause I've rediscovered it!!! It's a ball with a bell in it and I can toss it in the air and catch it with my other paw or both paws...REALLY!!!

I'm named after the great jazz guitar player Jimmi Hendrix at least that's what Auntie and Mommy tell me??? Is it because my fur is black????? I don't play guitar whatever that is????

I don't sleep with mommy cause I get my fur all over everything but before I go to sleep each night mommy gives me something called a massage... Maizie it's wonderful!!!! You should ask ...NO DEMAND a massage too!!!!

Wishing you a day filled with the warmest sunshine Maizie !!! It's purrfect weather here for a nice long nap in the sun....Love Jim

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FOB's...soooo soooorry I forgot to put those funny marks in front of my message to Maizie!!! I will remember next time....Thank You Jimmi Hendrix (cat)

Joe at TB Friends

God bless Joe and 111 horses. What's not to love!

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Lynne just think how much loving we could do at Joe’s, with 111 horses. Sounds like heaven to me!

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Debbie, L.A. OH MY GOLLY, MOLLY!!! I might need 'meds' to keep me on the ground!!! If EVER I found myself in front of ONE HUNDRED ELEVEN HORSES....peeples might need to call *911*

I CANNOT even IMAGINE the GLEE...how many POUNDS of baby carrots will my little car hold, I wonder????

Kathy,SC...You out there??? I'd get BOOTS for THAT job!!!! omGoodness.....SO MANY 'APPLES':)
But you just KNOW, I'd be LOVIN' EVERY SINGLE MOMENT:)

Must zoom-zoom away for a bit....checking in later though:)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Alex asked Eduardo a couple of questions about Barbaro, and asked him to answer in Spanish. It will be a while before I know what he said

Can't wait to hear what Eduardo said to you! About our big Bay Colt.

Alex,

Sounds like a plan...thanks for keeping us updated. Let us know what we can do to support you. Good Luck....

Alex, I can't wait to read your book!

Best wishes for all your endeavors,
Kathy S.

Laurie H., Montego sounds just wonderful! You deserve all the happiness I know you will share with her.

Hello to Bart. I trust he continues to do well.

Much love,
Kathy S.

Anna,

I love your portrait of Big B! What did you use? It is really nice and you definitely captured his very unique personality, that wide awake interest in life. And yes, I like what you said, "I knew in my heart he was going to make it. And he has. Just not the way we expected." I really like that, it's so true!

Bonnie

Sorry, I don't know how to Blue Link this but it is a great piece that was on CBS News last night about how Wild Mustangs are helping the Border Patrol.

http://www.cbsnews.com/sections/i_video/main500251.shtml?id=3085652n&channel=i_video

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Linnie; Diamond Fever was eligible for the TC, but MM didn't believe that DF was ready for it. I don't think he was either. It looks like he loves the grass and this is where he will probably stay.

Posted by: Lynda Pellitteri in SE Texas at July 22, 2007 4:47 AM

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Thanks so much for the update on DF, Lynda .... so he's a "turf baby", eh? I love watching horses run on the turf ... there's just something special and majestic about watching the those hooves glide and fly across that lush green grass, and it also makes me feel very close to nature watching horse and the turf "meet" in such colorful and rhythmic splendor.

Hail, Hail, the gang's still here.

Congrats to Dancing With Anna and Red Giant. Did Red remind us of anyone? Just for a fleeting moment?

What a great story of The Noble Mustangs. Humans CAN fit into the natural world, if we do it right.

Have a wonderful day, Famblee.

Thank you Alex.

Wild Mustangs are helping the Border Patrol.

###46+ FOBs at Arlington:

Sporting Lael colors...United Spirit of Frens and BARBARO...Supporting Polytrack...Making a few bets (pinky to corner of mouth)..Anti-slaughter literature at the ready...FOB caps donned...Enjoying the horses...Celebrating Our Boy and each other...

Oh yeh...c'mon down!

Barb

Thanks for blue linking this for me. It's a GREAT piece and something that we should bring to the attention of our legislators. These horses are helping Homeland Security!!!

###Shelly A
Yep saw the special about the wild mustangs and how they have proved invaluable in providing access to areas patrolled for drug smugglers. Think it's very interesting they were able to take these wild animals and train them in a very short time. Hope we can use this in the Media Blitz. Plan to contact my congressman who voted against their survival. As time goes by it is interesting to note more and more stories about usual tasks for our beloved equines.

Sylvia S. Fl.

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Congrats to Dancing With Anna and Red Giant. Did Red remind us of anyone? Just for a fleeting moment?

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Yes, Margie ... Red Giant reminded me of Ragszy's Belmont win by a "nose bob" and of course, the "original" red giant, Big Red Secretariat. his great, great grandfather. And, Red Giant set a new track record and ran the 1 1/4 mile track in true "Secretariat" fashion, under 2 minutes at 1:59.6!!! He's a beauty and getting better every day under Pletcher who has trained him for his 3rd straight win!!!

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Shelley,

I emailed the link to Sheriff Joe Arpaio, "America's Toughest Sheriff!"

That is funny Alex your now unretired for a week.

Real Lace good luck and come home safe, sweet girl!

That Border Patrol article was surely neat to read!

I picked up The Tao of Equus yesterday and have only read the preface and introduction- but she mentions that horses are more popular now than they were before cars!

Bonnie- thank you~ that drawing is pastel and I had an amazing time doing it!

Alex, I can't say I'm sorry that you're staying for another week..lol.

sounds like something several of us would do- get the date wrong.

We attended a horse show yesterday, a "Blue Ribbon" circuit show. It was a first time for us, as we usually can't afford the entry fees. Since my daughter is working now, she decided she could afford it!

It was one of our famous "late start" shows here in Arizona. They start later in the day, to avoid the worst of the after noon heat. The show started at 4:00. The heat was absolutely unbearable at that hour, but it soon began to cool down, and the evening turned out to be bearable.

My daughter entered our big paint in the English part of the show and managed a sixth place, two thirds and a second. Not bad !

When I was feeding the crew this morning, I gave them all a good hug and it brought to mind how GENTLE and DOCILE these animals are normally. I say normally, because they would never mean to harm you in any way unless they feel threatened. They WILL kick, but it is a reflex action, born out of fear. They don't have a "mean" bone in their body.

I just felt particularly lucky this morning, to have them. Don't get me wrong, it is a lot of work, and VERY expensive. We have given up other luxuries, such as eating out and going to movies, in order to afford the horses. But I'm still lucky to have them, and so glad I made the decision to take the more difficult path. I suppose, many years ago, I could have chosen to go buy a big screen TV. That wasn't my thing, and still isn't.

Fortunately, I GET IT.

Go hug your animals, whatever they are. They bring us SO MUCH.

Just wondrin'...since PERFECT DRIFT is a not-so-perfect-non-winning-anymore gelding, might Old Friends be interested in him?

So many racehorses, fade away, and are lost to who-knows-where. I would think that PERFECT DRIFT might be a "PERFECT" candidate as a nice one to add to the magnificent herd at Old Friends. He also might come cheap, since he is not winning, cannot breed, and still has to eat. Also, there would be no added cost of shipping and quarantine from overseas..he's already HERE.

I found the words of his trainer(?)/Owner(?) a bit disquieting, at the end of the article...when he spoke about not having very many horses left in their barn, and wanting to branch out into other kinds of "business" endeavors.

Just wonderin'...and praying for PERFECT DRIFT.

CHAPTER UPDATE !!!

Some FOBs have sent e-mails to tell me, saying that some of the chapters of "ONLY A MOMENT BEFORE THE WIND" are hard to find. I have now put chapter 14 and 15 together, in one post. They sort of belong together that way anyway.

I will do the same with Chapters 16, and 17, next week.

Find them all on the DB, under the BARBARO thread.

I hope that this makes it easier for you. (Thanks for the "heads up.")

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ShelleyA

The piece on the wild mustangs is terrific. Didn't CBS also do the segment on Old Friends back in June? Katie Couric, the CBS Evening News, Ferdinand and Exceller...? Wouldn't that be an effective media tool as well?

Cheers,
Friar Tuck

Good day, family -

Glad to see we're still here, and Mr. Brown, that is too funny! Thank goodness you discovered the date error before you left!

A little fog this morning, with our Canada geese, who live in ever-increasing flocks in a nearby park, doing their endless training flights overhead, honking away as if it were October instead of July. What is truly peculiar about the geese is that while they fly in loops, for no apparent reason, they cross the street in a line, on the ground. Since the street is actually a state highway business arm, this is frightening to watch, but there are "geese crossing" signs, written and pictorial, and while there is an occasional goose death, they generally manage to project a kamikaze attitude without paying the ultimate price. It's pretty funny to watch people in the morning, mid-commute, snarling and cursing in their cars as the geese make their stately progress across four crowded lanes.

Missed a time change on ESPN broadcase yesterday, so did NOT see Octave's triumph, more's the pity. I, too, love grays, and she's a tough girl. Certainly enjoyed Red Giant, though. You couldn't fault either horse - and I thought it most appropriate that even the photo analysis took a loooooooong time.

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Mary S - Happy birthday to you. Your dignified and structured prayers have been a comfort to us all, and I hope the world is sunnier to you now than it was in the dark days of January and February. Your steadfast care for the Boss Hoss, and all the horses, is an inspiration. Be well.

Love and comfort to all in need, four-legged and two-legged, and have a Barbaro day, - courage and kindness.

Love - Jean

Alex, you just can't seem to extricate yourself from us ... LOL ... but we are delighted to have you "sticking around" for another week.

Thanks for posting the article about Rags being pulled up this morning. Needless to say, I am more than "just a little concerned" for her since this is the second "not serious" incident that has occurred since her Belmont win. Is this a commonplace occurrence? I'm wondering if, maybe, too much was taken out of her from her Belmont race and now she is either 'resisting' workouts and training or there is something "underlying" wrong.

Alex, can you or anyone here give some 'words of wisdom' on this situation?

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ALSO, FOR ANYONE INTERESTED, AND BECAUSE I AM CONCERNED, I HAVE JUST STARTED A CANDLE GROUP UNDER RAGSY AT GRATEFULNESS.ORG. IF YOU CARE TO LIGHT A CANDLE FOR HER WELL-BEING, HERE IS THE ADDRESS:

http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/candles.cfm?l=eng&gi=Ragsy

######## I realize I dont post that often here, but the rescue that has been going on for last few days is still in need of LOTS of help. It is on the DB under URGENT....Horses shipping 7-23.
They have to have the remainder of funds by tonite.

If anyone can help out, it would be greatly appreciated.

There seems to be some discontent on the thread, but the only ones to suffer, if donations are being held back because of this, is THE HORSES.

Please help. Thank you.... Ellie Az

Ellie,
I can see why the discontent- several people have asked questions and if they've been answered, I haven't seen it. I'm hoping they're forthcoming with them.

#####Horseracing today TVG

Dont forget Real Lace is running in the 8th race at Philly Park. Post time approx. 330. It will be on TVG.

Be safe and run fast, Real Lace.

Ellie Az

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P.S. I forgot to say "Happy Birthday, MaryS" ... I hope you celebrate it in health, happiness, love and peace.

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Jean Nolan...Would that highway by chance be El Camino Real...101??

I used to work on El Camino Real seems a hundred years ago now, for a Veterinarian...Dr. Clarence Uthe...San Bruno Veterinary Clinic:) LOVED it there....soooooooo interesting!! Got to observe surgeries....everything from snakes to white mice!! Long days....7A-7P all for $2.25 p/hr...see? I said a LONG time ago!!

Love the pictoral view of the Geese walking all in a uniform line...'specially across El Camino Real!!!!

Look forward to seeing more of you in the 'new house':)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

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Ellie, let not your heart be troubled. Here's a question, that answers itself: Has there ever been a family without squabbles?

We are a large, and diverse group. We come from all over the country, and the world. We are all different, but come united, because of our love for BARBARO.

EVEN WITH OCCASIONAL STRIFE...(egos, bruised feelings, mis-understandings, overly pointed retorts, hormones...whatever...sometimes our harmony turns a bit sour. None-the-less, our song goes on.

If anyone is here, that does not actually belong here, they eventually fade off. It is the unity of Love that sustains this Famblee...

Believe, Dear Heart...Believe in the power of Love...for BARBARO, and for eachother.

(pimples, spinach in our teeth, bugs up our butts, warts and all)...We DO go on together.

^-^ O

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MARY S.!!! I, TOO, FORGOT......:/

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOUUUUUUUUUU....HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOOUUUUUUUUUUUUUU...HAPPY B'DAY DEAREST MARY S.....HAPPY DAY TO YOU!! :)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

I want to wish Mary S. a wonderful Birthday!

Does anyone know how Alibi ran yesterday?

Janice
A forever FOB

Happy Birthday, Mary S!

Edgar and Massuse just won in the 6th at Woodbine...a close photo...Aravale was favored, ran out of gas.

Good race, Edgar won again...all are safe.

Ellie Az #

Has Real Lace run yet, at 3:45. I can't get TVG today. Thanks.BB

Mary S. #
I hope all your wishes come true! ! BB

Where is Real Lace's race...watching both HRTV and TVG..where is her race at Philly?

####Real Lace came in 5th or 6th at Philly Park.

TVG dropped the Philly races a litte earlier today.

Sorry for mis informing.

Tnx Ellie Az

Don't spread this around....maybe Alex is the stereotypical "absent-minded professor"...I LOVE IT!

##### Otherlyn....thank you for your post. I just really dont understand what makes everyone so touchy about certain things. If you dont agree with something, I can understand having an opinion about it, but it should be done in a way
that is not challenging or argumentative.

You should be able to make your point without causing hurt feelings, etc.

Tnx Ellie Az

####### FYI
On Aug 4th the running of the West Va. Derby is being held at Mountaineer Park in Chester, WVA.

Post time is 2pm and if I understand correctly, this is the first race of the day.

Michael MatZ, along with CHELOKEE, are slated to be in that race.

I am planning to attend and would like to meet up with anyone else who may be there that day.

If you have any interest in attending, please email me at Ellymae43@peoplepc.com.

I know there are about 50 FOBs attending the races at Arlington Park that day and thought perhaps we could do something similiar at Mountaineer Park. (They also have a very nice casino and restaurants).

Tnx Ellie Az.

Even though I have posted the whole time, I never quite got accepted. No one would ever answer me, but that was okay. I am still going to miss this site because I got lots of information about horses and extra tidbits about Barbaro. Thank you, Alex, especially when Barbaro was alive. I lived every day last summer to read how Barbaro was doing. Jan.29, 2007, was an extremely sad day for me and I still haven't quite gotten over it. But I am still thankful, Alex, that you had let people express how they felt about Barbaro. It helped me a lot. I wish everyone a great life and may you all continue to save the horses. I believe that is Barbaro's legacy. Thanks once again, Alex! Take Care and God Bless!

### You are right Ellie,

We SHOULD be able to make our points without causing hurt feelings..but the fact is that it happens.

I have watched two different points of view be presented, with absolutely NO offense meant, and yet, sometimes offense is taken anyway...all by mistake. Both having missed the mark.

HOWEVER..we DO go on, together, in spite of squabbles or differences.

It used to distress me too, but, it happens, and we deal with it. Things cool down, and we get through it. We have found our level over and over again.

All and all, this group of FRENS is still just the best ever.

I hope that you can get a gathering for CHELOKEE's race at Mountaineer. I will be at Arlington, but a part of my heart will be riding with Edgar and CHELOKEE.

^-^ O

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ANOTHER BARBARO DVD:) I saw advertised either on HRTV or TVG.....Narrated by Dr. Dean...I think they said narrated by...Story of Barbaro's Journey at New Bolton....ALL PROCEEDS go to Laminitis Research Fund at UPEN $14.99 + $5.00 shipping....comes via UPS....number to call at CHAMPIONS is: 1-800-675-2114 In case anyone else is interested:) Lady said, "It will go out tomorrow".....:) Nice lady on phone!!

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

###Hay Amie,

Please stay, and come to the othersite, once Alex gets it going.

Just because answers are not always forthcoming, does not mean that you are not accepted. Sometimes, in a large community like this, one feels a bit "lost" and "invisible." Just keep posting anyway.

The posts are read and noted. Each one is a thread. Many threads, make the tapestry.

You'll be surprised at the responses that come, hours later...even after you might have logged off.

Every thought, and comment is important. Each one is a seed planted.

You are a part of the Famblee.

^-^ O

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Sorry! Make that UPENN...I was so excited, I left off the last "N"......

## Amie,

I have seen and read many of your posts. I'm sorry if you feel left out, but as Otherlyn says, you are
needed and wanted here. Please stay. BB

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Hay, Amie,

I get ignored all the time. I post anyway. Whether people respond or not, there are a lot of people who just read, or lurk. Just be brave and keep posting!

No response might just mean that nobody on at that minute has the answer. I have found that if really want an answer, I ask somebody BY NAME. Also, remember, they may be gone, even after you ask. Sometimes I am only on for a few minutes, then I get busy with other things.

Here's another one I found to be funny: one of my friends reads the posts DAYS later. She stays behind for a day or two on purpose, because she says otherwise, she might respond in anger. By the time she reads the posts, even if it is something that makes her angry, it is too late to post !

Don't ever take it personally. I've found that out.

Stay with us and move to the new site. I will look for you !

##### Is Edgar scheduled to ride CHELOKEE on the 4th. Great. I didnt know that. Yet another reason to attend...

TO Arnie......I wish you would continue with this new site also. I tried to post several times, and like you no one responded. Thats OK. I still post if I feel there is something I want to say. I could probably go on and on to all the posters that I have learned from and wish we could all meet in person. I so wanted to go to the Delaware Park get-together for that reason, but was unable.
Tnx to all Ellie Az.

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Hi Ellie AZ !

Those Who Showed Love To Me This Past Week I Love You From My Heart.

I Almost Left This Board For Good.

I Believe In Love And Kindness.

The Angels Hearts Of Love Means A Lot To Me.

I Believe In Build Up

Not Tear Down

C - Is To See Better.

The Rainbow Is The Letter C On The Alphabet

Love Brings The Rainbow

A Lion Is Lionheart

Prayer Is My Number 1 Focus On This Board

It Is So Needed

We Are Family

The Most Beautiful Rainbow

All Beautiful Colors...........

Message To Cavel: The Chairman Of The Board Loves His Angel Horses And Angels. The Chairman Of The Board Is Very Powerful. They Have A Lot Of Friends And Their Friends Are Keeping Their Eyes On You.

AMEN

Affirmed

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Ellie,

Email me ! I haven't heard from you in ages.

barb_az53@yahoo.com

So glad to see you here, Dee, Angel. We need those rainbows !

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Anne,I know how you feel. I am more of a silent one than a regular poster. I don't get answered either, but sometimes I just feel like i have a need to "say" something. I love Barbaro and the FOB's but sometimes feel like I am outside looking in. But, you know what? I still love it here and will follow wherever the site goes. Just keep trying - i know i do!
-Joanne

###Oh Gosh, Ellie,
I might have mis-spoken. I only ASSUME that Edgar will be riding CHELOKEE. Might want to check it out to know for sure. Yes?

Sorry...(Humbled and blushing)

#####GEEZ.....I see that the post was from AMIE not Arnie. The old eyes arent what they used to be.
BARB.....hi....I will email you shortly. So glad to hear Chunky is doing better. How is she today.
###Otherlyn....I will check out re Edgar. Tnx.

Everyone, have a great evening. Ellie Az

posting email from Lillian Petroff, who originated our inimitable battle cry, "Praise the Lord and Pass the Carrots"

EVERYONE - as I mentioned the other day, I reached out to Lillian Petroff because I hadn't heard from her in a few weeks, and was concerned, knowing that she has health issues that have been keeping her from posting. I want to share with you portions of her reply that I received 7/21 [edited to omit some health details]

Dear CJ:

My Beanie Barbaro has a place of honour on my bed, my mother bought me the Barbaro edition of Vanity Fair. I look to the Big Bay One and all his frens for inspiration. Always. Now and Forever.

I am taking the gold standard of medications re: diabetes.

Please tell the FOBs that more of us can now fit into a stall at NBC due to my weight loss.

Please also tell them just how proud I am for the fight that is being waged against the slaughterhouses.

The Sweet Colt has proved a great teacher--reminding his American humans that they live in the land of government for and by the people.

Thank God, that a new site will be created. There is much work to be done. I hope to emerge from sick bay soon so that I may rejoin the ranks of the Good and the Great in a proper and meaningful way.

Praise the Lord and Pass the Carrots,

Lilly

LIVING PROOF OF THE LIVING TRUTH

Hope Peace Love Music & RESPECT - CJ the craziest catlady (Blackie's Mother Forever & Pleasure's & Shona's Aunt) in Hammond IN, f/k/a CJ of T Bar J (Elgin IL)

Alex,

SOOOOOOOOO, another week, huh? Too funny.

Just now starting to read updates - I see that ALEX IS UNRETIRED FOR A WEEK!!! YIPPEE! I wasn't ready to give up hearing about Fair Hill mornings every day. I guess this week's false alarm just served to desensitize us and now we are better prepared for the big Alex withdrawal to come!

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Just got back, and saw a kind note from Lynne. No, love, it's not El Camino Real! They'd all be grease spots were that the case. Hell, I can't drive 101 half the time anymore, because my elderly car and I prefer to stay below 75 mph!

I live in Seaside, which is right next to Monterey, 100 miles south of SFO. The road I referred to is Highway 218, connecting Highway 68 and Highway 1. When we moved here, 28 years ago, there were horses and orchards on both 218 and 68, between Monterey and Salinas. Now, of course, there are many new homes, far fewer trees, almost no horses or cattle, and still no housing for people making less than 75 - 85 thousand a year. Gee, that seems to leave out most of the folks who work in hospitality - our biggest employer on the Monterey Peninsula!

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Ellie - I so agree with you. I have a hard time on the DB, because it seems to get so personal sometimes. Thanks for the heads-up on the rescue, though I am presently FLAT broke - sent my last spare change to Joe and TBFriends! I'll see if we can find more in the couch cushions! Also, I relate to what you, and others, say in response to Amie. Sometimes one posts in a vacuum, it seems, and other times, people are on it. A lot of it has to do with time of day, time zones, etc.

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Amie - Please hang in with us! I am sorry if I have neglected to respond to you, because I have read your posts often, with a feeling of "simpatico". Often, as I just said to Ellie, I read things, and agree deeply, and want to shoot off an answer saying, "YES!", but the topics sometimes go by so fast that I just can't keep up, or I have to take a phone call at work, or who knows what. Anyway, I would deeply regret not seeing you here, so I hope you realize, after the responses here, that you are not unaccepted. Honest!

Good day, all! Sorry about Real Lace, but glad she is well.

re Email from Lillian Petroff - per my post at July 22, 2007 10:06 PM - copied to DB here:

http://forums.prospero.com/TimWoolley/messages?msg=12602.1

so anybody who wants to, can chime in with good wishes to Lillian. I'll be emailing her the link to that thread. She misses us and is a great Fan of Barbaro from way back.

***** ALEX ***** Thank you for everything you have done for us - and for Barbaro. You took us along with you for many, many months and for that I will be forever grateful. You have been the glue that has held us together, keeping us informed through all the good and the sad times.
All for the love of Barbaro. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you. Looking forward to hearing about your new adventures as you travel. I will miss the Fair Hill stories. Safe journey. I'm sure that Barbaro will be with you to take care of you as you took care of him. Looking forward to reading your book. You are, and always be, special. Both you and Barbaro will always be in my heart.

**TIM WOOLLEY** Thank you for the gift of your website. The best to you and your horses.

*FOB's* You will always be the Family of Barbaro to me. A very special group of people. Caring, courageous, cohesive. All believers in miracles.
All believers in Barbaro. Looking forward to continuing with you as we close this chapter and begin another as we travel along with Alex.

********BARBARO******** I will love you forever, Big Boy. Run with the wind......xoxoxoxoxo

Alex - with all your upcoming track-hopping, any chance you will alight at Arlington Park on August 4 (be still my beating heart)?

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Amie,

Most of the time no one answers me either! I finally figured that is what a real family does also. Please stick around, I have read your posts.

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Amie:

As Barb in AZ (The Queen of Comments)says, don't take stuff personally, people are busy, we all have different work schedules, time zones. It's a mighty nation...and most everyone is going in 6 different directions at once...

You just gotta stick with it, and repost if you don't get an answer the first time...that usually works for me, and I've seen others do it too...

The House of Barbaro needs all its citizens, and that means you, girl.

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Otherlyn & Ellie,

We are going to go into the Arlington clubhouse where all the TV's from around the coutry and watch Chelokee's race. We will be with West Virgina is spirit.

### Barb AZ ###

Dear 'comment queen', will you please blue link this site? I think it needs more FOB comments!

http://www.daily-chronicle.com/articles/2007/07/19/news/news01.txt

### Alex ###

Any chance at all of letting us see Nautical Agent doing her high stepping routine before you really retire?

kathyb

As some of you may know, Ragszy was pulled up during a workout this morning, according to the DRF. It was noted as "nothing serious" but something felt amiss with her and her rider, Lauren Robson, jumped off and aborted the workout. After examination, all seemed to be "OK" but she will be given a more thorough exam tomorrow. I am very very concerned ... so

I've just set up a candle group under Ragsy for her well-being because I am very concerned for her. If you are so inclined, please light a candle for her:

http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/candles.cfm?l=eng&gi=Ragsy

Needs comments

Thanks.
The Comment Queen

How to Blue ink. It's really easy !

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FoBs!! To Arms!

The big ransoming on the DB is now down to about $364. This is such a peensie number compared with where it began: gazillions of dollars, in shifts, foals, mares and stallions, shipping $$, coggins $$, oh, lord: i can't remember now what all has been taken apart, piece by piece--rather, put together, piece by piece. And now? Under $400. So please try to dig in and send anything: $5 will help....

Like someone said: go through the sofa cushions, dig under the car rugs, the linings of purses...

exhausted after another weekend of fundraising for the GH. They're exhausted too...Anyhow: i'll drooling on the keyboard, so tired...

But let's make Alex's last week a record setter with the completion of this huge rescue effort out west.

Thanks, Barb. I'm testing

Media Blitz

Never mind. I am REALLY blue link challenged!!

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Shelley,

LOL! We love you whether you can blue ink or not !

DB Rescue $344.00 needed

Media Blitz

re rescue referenced in post by jonnagrey at July 22, 2007 11:25 PM

http://forums.prospero.com/timwoolley/messages?msg=12445.596

And now they are all safe.

LIVING PROOF OF THE LIVING TRUTH

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Barb. I followed your instructions exactly. What did I do wrong. Email me
Shelley

"How to Blue ink. It's really easy!"

Went there! Been there several times! Can someone translate Greek?

Call it anything here

OOPS!

Email me if you want further instructions !

barb_az53@yahoo.com

Whenever I had problems with hyperlinking, it was all about the quotation marks...there shouldn't be a space AFTER the first set of quotation marks, or BEFORE the second.

That's my helpful hint. =)

# I hyperventilate when I try to hyperlink.

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SarahFromNC, you must be hyper ! (LOL)

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SARAH - If I can do it, YOU can do it! When I first expressed interest in hyperlinking, our dear Wendy emailed me the instructions...and I felt like I was reading ancient Sanskrit for all the sense it made.

I was embarrassed, so I kept silent for a while and one day saw that Debbie L.A. was offering to "tutor" people like me. She was very patient and, no, it didn't work the first time I tried...but now I've become the "mad blue-linker"...so don't give up!

Nancy

Otherlyn; Edgar Doesnt Ride Chelokee, Ramon Dominguez Does.

OMG...SHELLEY is trying to blue-link...???WHAAAA?
I gotta try this stuff...LOL

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OTHERLYN, I LOVED YOUR POST ABOUT PERFECT DFIFT!! I WOULD LOVE, LOVE FOR HIM TO COME TO KENTUCKY SINCE I'M SO CLOSE OLD FRIENDS!! I'M SO BUMMED HE'S A GELDING-- NO BABIES, NO ACTION IN HIS NEAR FUTURE!! HE HAD A GREAT LONG CAREER THOUGH!!

FEEL BETTER MISS RAGS!! :>)

LUV,
CHERYL G

FEELGOOD TIME, ANYONE?

Before leaving for music and passing out anti HS flyers, I started up this thread under "General" at the DB, "MHR Videos - gathered for yr convenience"

http://forums.prospero.com/timwoolley/messages?msg=12606.1

Some really cute and inspiring stuff.

Have a great night and see you all tomorrow in battle mode!

Someone posted this link a while back ...don't know if it will help, but it looks pretty good...
I don't know how to do it, myself, so...hahaha

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PAMIE, SHELLEY AND THE REST-- HERE IS A BLUE LINK-

U PENN LAMINITIS FUND

THEN YOU PUT "> THEN NAME IT- LIKE CHERYL'S FUN TIME WITH INVASOR

HOPE THAT HELPS,

LUV YA GALS,
CHERYL

....well, even dumber...I forgot to give you the link...LOL

http://www.udel.edu/alex/mecomm/outline02.html

OOPSY--THAT WAS SUPPOSE TO BE MY BLUE LINK LESSON!!

OK- FIRST PART

THEN THE WEBSITE ADDRESS

The Daily Racing Form

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CRAP-- THIS ISN'T GOING THROUGH FOR SOME REASON. SHELLY & PAMIE, I'LL EMAIL YOU WITH IT IF YA WANT.

LUV,
CHERYL

Testing one two three

8>((

Try, try again!

DEAN...WE DO

# Here goes nothing:

Easy instructions for hyperlinks

Wow, it works

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I SUCK AT TEACHING, HUH!! LOL-- DONNA!! :>)

BE SURE AND ALWAYS PUT THIS A HREF AT THE VERY BEGINNING OF YOUR BLUE LINK......

THEN THEN WEBSITE

OOOPS.....

DEAN WE DO

# Pamela, u just got an F on Hyperlinking 101

# Pamela, u just got an F on Hyperlinking 101

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Nice going, Sarah!

####

All, please ignore us for a while.

CAUTION: BLUE INKERS PRACTICING ! ! !

youtube.com/watch?v=igAvXiBJfWs
">DEAN...WE DO

Maybe this time?

DOH!

youtube.com/watch?v=igAvXiBJfWs

DEAN...WE DO

Dean, we do

# lol, yippee!

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CRAP, IT'S NOT A RECTANGLE -- IT'S THE "GREATER THAN" OR "LESS THAN" THINGY!!

GOOD JOB PAMIE!!

LUV,
CHERYL G
:>)

OMG...SARAH...Have I redeemed myself?...NOT QUITE...really messy, wasn't it...?

But, YOURS IS SO GREAT....A++++++ (Show-off)...LOL

Well, this time it went blue, but didn't link anywhere! I'm a SERIOUS dummy!

Splitting my sides here Barb! The dogs are looking at me like I've grown two heads! Caution: Blue linkers practicing! Hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha
TOO FUNNY!

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Donna, YOU DID IT !

I think I've just learned a new skill to take to the new house with me! YAAAAY! Success! Now how do I do that to my name?

...oh, man...we are spazzin out....but yours worked DONNA!...and SARAH...is great, too...and BARB is trying to keep us from bumpin into each other! Where did SHELLEY GO? I thought this was her lesson...hahahahaha

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BARB -- LOL YOUR POST ABOUT BLUE LINKERS PRACTICING!!

LUV YA,
CHERYL G

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Just put the URL in the Remember me? box at the bottom where you post. Then click "yes."

OOOOOOOHHHHHNNNNNNNOOOOOO I forgot CHERYL...thank you sweet pea...!

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Shelley had some kind of copyright protection that blocked hers.

OK, one more time!

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Hay, CHERYL G, I remember another time MANY months ago when there were people practicing it, too. It was funny then and I couldn't do it. I felt so left out! (LOL)

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Donna has it!

AMIE, I hope you see this. It's certainly NOT that you weren't accepted. There are different and various levels of friendship and closeness in this community, just as there are everywhere.. Many of us have made lots of unanswered comments..

Just so you know, I read every one of your comments. I've felt your pain since Jan. 29th - I really have, every time. I would tear up, and experience your anguish right along with you. Just because someone doesn't comment back doesn't mean they're not with you in spirit. You are an FOB, therefore you are cherished and appreciated.. Blessings to you..

Hiya, FsOB! Golly, Alex, what a treat to see that you are "unretired" for another week. Yesterday Brent & I had the pleasure of going to "The Celebration of the Horse" hald at the Mitchell Farm Retirement Center in Salem,CT. What a fabulous facility! Immaculate, with 21 very lucky horses in residence (a few are boarders). I hope to be able to do some volunteer work for them, perhaps with some fundraising, grant-writing, or by bringing treats to the horses on a regular basis. Brent is still doubled over with laughter at my suggestion that I could muck stalls. ("You, you don't even own a pair of jeans! You can't muck stalls in a sundress and sandals!") Then he almost became hysterical when I said that I could buy a special outfit, sort of like what Barbara Stanwyck wore on "The Big Valley", to muck stalls. Anyway ... a fabulous place & I made special friends with Remi, Dandy, & Ray of Light (AKA "Ray", who is a mare). Peace to each of you as we prepare for the start of a new week, RMH

#### To Theresa and Kathleen: I am so sorry about the passing of Nick and Cowboy. They were fortunate to know your love.
To CJ & Jean Nolan: How sweet to see that your Fathers shared a birthday!
To Mary S.: May your birthday be a spectacular one. Your presence here is very comforting.
To Dora J. Crow: So sorry to see that you'd been ill. I missed seeing you here for awhile now and thought perhaps you'd left the Big Board. Hang in there, dear Dora.
To Martita: Your words are always so tapestry-like!
To Amie & Joanne Frank: I've always enjoyed seeing your postings. Forgive me if I neglected to include your names in my stream of consciousness rambling on Friday evening. I was really upset that night and know that I missed saying farewell to probably more than a few regular posters.
To Lou Ann: I hope that your computer is working better today. How awful that it wasn't in top order this past weekend. ####

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SARAH...didn't I promise you could do it?

Another mad blue-linker on the loose at TWR...

...Nancy...the Naughty Nutmegger/BlueLinker...LOL

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Donna in Canada...I just used your blue-link.I just love your tri-color sheltie!!! I had a tri collie many years ago when my son was little.He had the most gentle disposition and was a real family dog...loved ALL of US !!! He was from show stock but we never showed him!!!There isn't a day goes by that I don't miss Laddie!!
He was out of Bobby of Borko one of the greatest tri-colors of all time....Tri's are so elegant looking!!!Thank you for the trip down memory lane!!!

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Amie..are you really in India????? Sorry if you felt we ignored you!!! You just have to jump right in there!!! We accept all Barbaro lovers here.....If you love Barbaro that makes you FAMBLEE !!!!! No one ignores anyone here ...we just get busy and walk away from our puters sometimes....I just post and if no one answers ...I post again !!!!

SO DON'T TAKE ANYTHING PERSONALLY HERE...THESE ARE THE BEST PEOPLE IN THE WORLD !!!!!!! HUGS

### Maribel, Lynne, Janice, Anna, BobbieB, Robyn - thank you for remembering me with birthday wishes today!

##Jean Nolan - thank you too for the birthday greetings. I loved your post about the fog and the geese occuring this morning. Remember when they had the memorial for The Fog? There were geese that flew over the track that day - Someone said there were 9, and that the 10th one missing, was like they were flying in the missing man formation. Anyone else remember that? I thought it was beautiful. I so appreciate that I was part of your post about fog and geese! I love you Fog.

I made a mighty wish today. I will let you all know if it comes true - I pray that it does. I realized last night, my birthday wish from last year did come true. Never occured to me to wish that B would walk out of NBC - I never had any doubt that would happen....never. Strange now to realize. He has been with me, in my thoughts so strongly for the past days.

Yesterday I gave my favorite horse at HFH, Sherman, a sponge bath. Sherman is a big, black Tennesse Walker with a very strong spirit - power. He is older, and his body is worn, but oh that spirit. It was awesome to do that. Looking at every scar, every muscle... tracing along with reverance.... hard to describe - we were just one during that time - one. He's not particularly found of baths, but we both enjoyed this one! He is such a loner too - but when I was leaving a while later, and looked out at the pasture as I was driving past, he was standing with 10 or 12 of the herd under the big oak trees - head held high and into the wind - beautiful. And today I saw a dragonfly with a red body!! I've never seen one with a red body before - it was spectacular. Very nice couple of days. Thank you God.

Thanks again for the birthday wishes.

I love you forever horse.

Love, Light and Protection for All of The Horses

Catching up with the posts of the last 2 days. Mary S, Happy B'day. So much beauty and passion here for the horses, eloquence, wit and wisdom, I am overwhelmed. Maybe it's the aftermath of a long night running IVs for a raisin-eating Lab (he's OK!) but I don't think so. The force of the Barbaro nation seems to be on the rise.

The women from Alpha Mare Media met on the backstretch this morning (Sunday) at Saratoga and prayed for a safe meet for all, riders and horses, the well-being of horses, the end of slaughter, the works. This has never been done before. FOB flyers received with enthusiasm. A fantastic meet is in the wind. Please come to Saratoga, FOBs!

Happy almost retirement, Alex, enjoy your last week at home. Can't wait to hear what Eduardo said about Big B.

Happy trails to all... Here are the words as I learned them.. key of D:


Happy trails to you

Until we meet again

Happy trails to you

Keep smiling until then

Who cares about the clouds when we'ere together?

Just sing a song, and bring the sunny weather.

Happy trails to you,

Til we meet again.

-- Roy Rogers & Dale Evans

Alex, Glad we will have you for another week, but sorry your plans are delayed. You and this site have changed my life for the past 14 months, can't imagine not "checking in" each day, thank you and Tim so for everything and for sharing Barbaro with us.....

I have booked my room for the Travers and am just so excited. This will be my first time actually going to a track to see races and just hope I get a glimpse of my favorite horses. I have always loved Saratoga for all of its pleasures. Hope all FOB's are well this night.

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Jean Nolan...LOL!!! Honey Girl, I think you were referring to the BAYSHORE FREEWAY...I was thinking El Camino Real...you know, stop lights every block or so...4 lanes, but not 75MPH!!!! lol! I WILL NOT DRIVE THE BAYSHORE...no!no!no!
MacArthur...yes, Bayshore...NEVER!!!

Seaside...I hail from your area...born in Santa Cruz:) Lived first 8 years of my little life in Salinas:) Been to Monterey/Carmel/Capitola/Soquel zillions of times! Gilroy!! Haven't been back anywhere, except Carmel much since...though I did get to see the Monterey Aquarium once...GREAT job they did building it:) And of course Carmel...last time there though must have been 90-91....oh well:) I remember a bakery there with the BEST Shortbread Cookies I've ever eaten, except for my own....I think they even had those wonderful cookies when I was a little girl!!

Yes Dear Jean Nolan....stay OFF the Bayshore!!:)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

I stood by your bed last night, I came to have a peep.
I could see that you were crying. You found it hard to sleep.

I "chuffed" at you softly as you brushed away a tear,
"It's me, I haven't left you, I'm well, I'm fine, I'm here."

I was close to you at breakfast, I watched you pour the tea,
You were thinking of the many times your hands reached out to me.

I was with you at the shops today, your arms were getting sore.
I longed to take your parcels, I wish I could do more.

I was with you at my grave today, you tend it with such care.
I want to assure you, that I'm not lying there.

I walked with you towards the house as you fumbled for your key.
I gently touched you with my nose, I smiled and said, "Its me."

You looked so very tired, and sank into a chair,
I tried so hard to let you know, that I was standing there.

It's possible for me to be so near you everyday,
To say to you with certainty, "I never went away."

You sat there very quietly, then smiled, I think you knew...
in the stillness of that evening, I was very close to you.

The day is over...I smile and watch you yawning
and say"Good-night, God Bless, I'll see you in the morning."

And when the time is right for you to cross the brief divide,
I'll rush across to greet you and we'll stand, side by side.

I have so many things to show you, there is so much for you to see.
Be patient, live your journey out.... then come home to be with me.

-Author Unknown

I love you forever horse.

Love, Light and Protection for All of The Horses

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Ohhhhhhhhh! Mary S. WHAT a GIFT you are to us..everyday...but especially this, your Birthday!!

I wanted to respond to your earlier post about your time with Sherman:) I've not been involved in 'bathf' time yet with Mister or Rosie...though I am promised when it IS time, I can come help:) However, reading your words, 'we were one' I could SO relate...because that is exactly how I feel when I'm there with Mister...stroking...smooshing my face into his big shoulders/neck...it is such a peaceful time, and yes Mary, I feel we are 'one' then, too:)

When I read your accounting with Sherman, I could 'feel' it all:) Thanks for sharing! Have sweet dreams tonight!!

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

# Nancy..the blue-link demons have been unleashed! But I still have to keep my cheat sheet close by!

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Mary S..THANK YOU!!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SPECIAL LADY!!

HUGS ALWAYS...

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Mary S
Thank you for that beautiful poem. Happy birthday to you! I have always enjoyed your postings and prayers they mean so much to me
Love, Joanne

mary s...happy birthday and thank you for being you :) god bless.

I believe in the miracle of Barbaro. His spirit remains in all of the horses saved in his name.

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mikki/molly/gigi:) And his Spirit lives in you and me and alllllllll this Famblee:) And this is only the BEGINNING:)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Oh that is just crude... Oh Alex.....

Yes it is Verna. But, in a way, it's nice to see. Remember when we we're getting a lot of attention and this happened alot? Then we argued some amongst ourselves and everyone went away? I think it shows we're regrouping and the "bad guys" are scared. We're strong and getting stronger every minute!

For the Love of the Horse,
Lee

Hey, Hi Lee!!!

LOL I used to love to play with the little troll brains.... then Alex said no you can't do that. bummer, oh well...LOL

Yes, they saw us come out in numbers and are saying to themselve... IT DIDN'T WORK, THEY ARE STILL HERE...LOL

Nice to see you Lee

Love,Verna

Great to see you too Verna. Feels good around here the last couple of day. Like a strong, vibrant family again. I love it.

We're still here and we're NOT going away!

Lee

Lee, don't know if you are still around, I had some late nigh laundry to tend too but...

yes, you are right, it has felt so good around here the last few days. To see so many names come out of the woodwork to say Hi, I am still here and to wish Alex and Tim their best. It felt like home again.
Hopefully, that will spill over to new site.

Good night Lee.

Love,
Verna

Amie,

Hang in there!

Whether one of the "regulars", a lurker or, like me, one Harriette's "Quiet Ones", each of us was all drawn to Barbaro and to this site for a reason. We've found something valuable or would not have stayed. The main thing, I think, is that each of us find ways to contribute. I do hope that you come to the new site when it is up and running. Each of us is stronger with the support of the other.

Oh yea Verna, I'm still here. Stuck on the night shift. lol I have the feeling that when we move to alexbrownracing.com we'll feel at home.

Lee

P.S. Isn't doing laundry late at night a job for the kids? LOL

LOL Lee, not my kids!!!
Actually, I try to do it at night in the summer so it doesn't heat the house up as much. In the winter, during the day so it will help heat the basement.

On the night shift huh...
Well I don't know what ya do, but at least it isn't as hot at night. But, I assume you are in a comfortable office since you have a computer at hand. Well, of course you could be on a loading dock that doesn't have an office. Now THAT bites. I have been there.

I too think all will go well at the new site. It will be interesting to see how it is set up. I know it is supposed to be like this one. As long as it is not like wiki, I'll survive...LOL

Love,
Verna