I'm first two days in a row????

Will be watching CSPAN late this afternoon - am heading into Phila. for the day.

You are all the greatest...

Healing, Love, Peace,
ONS,
Lyn Gilbert

Good Morning Alex/FOBs/Harriette/Barbaro,
All have a great day,stay cool

Alabama calling group has the list and emails sent out.

If you need a list of all the Alabama Congressmen, and want to help stop horse slaughter!

Email me Debbie

We need your calls today! We are almost there!

Good day to everyone

Hoping Frankie is a bit easier on Ramonti today at Goodwood than he was at Royal Ascot. It was 'glorious' yesterday:

Goodwood photos

Alex or Tim

Quick Quest how did he do, I missed the race?

Update on the FoB ad for the Anna House benefit program:

We made the goal and then some, thanks to the generosity of the folks here.

Final numbers for FoB Anna House ad

Thank you all so much!

All Rainbows For Our Angel Horses And Angels Here.

Special Words Of The Day: All Rainbows
See A Rainbow
We Have Friends In High Places
The Human Rainbow
Angels Here
All The Beautiful Colors
From Your Hearts Of Love........

Affirmed

I need some help, is there anyone on the board from South Dakato?

I got 2 calls at my home last night from news papers about the blizt.

I need someone from SD to make one call for me, and the other I will make my self.

Connie Group is from the Farm Form, and she knows I live in PA. I need some to call her that lives in her state. Any takers?

#### Good morning John & Midnight!!

DAMN!

I GOTTA GET THESE NEEDLES OUTTA MY EYES AND BUY MORE DUCT TAPE BECAUSE I CAN HARDLY WAIT TO WATCH The House Of Representatives Does C-Spam this afternoon!!

The Thrills! The Chills! The Rhetoric! The Pounding of the Gavel! The Dead Silences! The On-Floor Chatting! All Those White Guys in One Place! All Those Perky Black Suits! The Roll-Calls!

I may have to catch a nap before we come back up
on the Ag Appropriations "Debate." Now THIS is television at it's very best! Don't miss a minute! And remember, you can catch this extravaganza ONLINE AS WELL!!!

(Oy I have to go lay down....hyperventilating...
hot flashes, sweaty palms, dry mouth...)

Phew!

Good morning, Laurie H., hello to darling Bart and beautiful Montego as well.

Kathy pats all around,
Kathy S.

Good Morning Barbaro

Help us! We need your sweet spirit and your sweet nudges. We love you and miss you!

Good Morning Family/Fans of Barbaro

Burn the lines up! Let us be heard.

Remember each other, the rescues, the Fallen Angels, the ones suffering animal or human.

BE KIND TO ANIMALS,
BE KIND TO TREES,
BE KIND TO THE EARTH AND EVERYTHING ON IT,
BE KIND TO CHILDREN AND ONE ANOTHER
...AND GOD WILL BE KIND TO YOU.
AND THAT'S A PROMISE!
Signed, God

Have a nice day.

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Thank you Alex
Thank you Tim
Fitch, Apache, Molasses, Paris, Angel, and so many, many more...we are here.

More wisdom from Chief Seattle..

When the last red man has become a myth among the white men, when your childrens children think them selves alone in the field, upon the highway or in the silence paths of the woods, they will not be alone.

In all the earth there is no place dedicated to solitude. At night when the streets ofyour cities are silent, and you think them deserted, they will throng with the returning hosts that once filled them and still love this beautiful land.

The wind that gave our grandfathers his first breath also receives his last sigh and the wind must also give our children the spirit of life.

Good morning to all,

In digging through a pile of quarters I found in my change purse I came across a couple of state quarters I had not seen before. One was Kansas with a depiction of a bison and Nevada with a heard of galloping horses. It is interesting how many of the quarters depict natural resources of a state including the local wildlife or domesticated animals. From what I can see, horses appear on the Wyoming (bronco rider), Kentucky (thoroughbred) and Nevada. Bison appear on the North Dakota and Wyoming quarters. How telling that we consider these images representative of who we are and what we hold precious and dear. Indeed they are icons worthy of our reverence. I was unsure as to whether or not bison/buffalo meat is consumed in the U.S. for I am quite sure I recently saw it for sale at my local Stop & Shop here in Connecticut, so I did a quick on-line search where I found the following quote which I thought I would share with you:

What is man without the bison? If all the beasts were gone, men would die from great loneliness of spirit. For whatever happens to the beasts also happens to the man.

—Chief Seattle, 1855

Have a great day everyone.

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Harriet, what a coincidence. I just went up to see what has been posted so far today and I see you, too, have quoted Chief Seattle! I am going to start a collection of his words.

Good Morning FOB's

Strategy for Wednesday August 1

We know many of you were watching C-Span on Tuesday and were disappointed to see things moving so slowly. Hopefully the rest of the week will be more productive! As most of you know by now, an amendment is being added to the Agricultural Appropriations Bill that will change the original language. This is called the Spratt-Whitfield-Rahall-Chandler Amendment. Instead of posting lists today, we are asking you to call all representatives and tell them we urgently need their support to pass the Spratt-Whitfield-Rahall-Chandler Amendment that will put an end to horse slaughter for human consumption. Please call early since we don’t know if this will be brought to the floor tomorrow and we must flood their offices with calls for support until the vote takes place.

We still need people to be involved with state groups. It has been proven that this the most effective way to get information out quickly when the need arises. If you can help, contact sbreaux1@verizon.net

House Members and Senators will be working out of their District Offices from August 6 to August 31. Now is the time to call for an appointment and meet with them in person. There is no more effective way to get your message out than a face to face meeting. You have the best chance of meeting directly with them during this month. However, if that is not possible, please arrange a meeting with their District Manager. Some of you may want to form groups for these meetings. It is usually easier to get appointments to meet with your legislators in groups of 3 or 4 constituents.

As you know, pro slaughter people are very organized and are out spreading their message. We MUST be louder!

Remember, WE ARE BARBARO’S VOICE….let it be heard!!

Thanks for all you do and have a great day!

Shelley and Debra

The House will be back in session at 10AM so please make your calls early.

Thanks!!

HEY GUYS...I cannot believe how wonderful everyone was yesterday! It was soooooo FOB to the MAX....people calling, kvetching and state groups sounding off about their progress in making calls...WE WERE GREAT....Here is to another phone dialing day!

I just spoke to Argus Leader news paper in Sioux Fall, South Dakota. Her name is Judy, and she may publish the letter we sent on blitz day. She said to keep a eye on the paper.

Web www.argusleader.com

Here's hoping!!!!!!!!!!!

g'morning, y'all~

here's to the House getting down to business with that Ag bill today- and winding up with horse slaughter OVER WITH!

Barbaro Cards

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JONNA - don't get too comfortable - according to my onscreen tv guide, CSpan's coverage of the House of Representatives begins at 10 am Eastern...no nap for you today!

Harriette and Elisabeth - Thank you for passing along the words of great wisdom .... belonging, today, to Chief Seattle. I greatly look forward to these posts and emails, Harriette - and have my own "group" - with whom I share your selections.

And now ..... off to the phone to share some important words with my Arizona Reps. !!

Barbaro is proud ... our site has truly evolved ! Thanks Tim and Alex.

Sherry

Carol Nichols - great work !!

Sherry

Carol Nichols

Awesome!!!

Good Morning Sweet Barbaro in Heaven!

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

Shelley, will do.

For Barbaro, for Fitch, for Apache, for Ho'pats and all horses.

Ro & Brady

Thank you to all the FOB's and horse rescues that stepped up to save Five Alarm Flyer who was one day away from entering the food chain. I looked at her pedigree and her sire was a half brother to Go For Wand and the dam's grand sire was by Deputy Minister.

I apologize for the long post. But I believe this a great example of people that tried to do the right thing by their horses and ended up having their hearts broken.

This is from the Saddle Horse Report On-Line website and will be run in the August issue of Horse World to be distributed at Louisville at the World Championship Horse Show (Largest Saddlebred Show in the nation)

Taken For A Ride
Tuesday, July 31, 2007

Our family has been in the Saddlebred industry for 24 years. We truly love the breed and have all poured our hearts and souls into promoting the Saddlebred in order for more people to be able to enjoy these amazing animals. We have had many ups and downs in our journey, but what we just recently experienced has caused us pain beyond words and certainly constitutes our lowest low.

Our whole family does this for the love of the Saddlebred. Our goal has been to give our horses the kindest, best start possible and to see them go to good homes. We cannot say it has not been a huge struggle and effort to do this. We breed for show horses, but everyone knows that not all horses are meant for the show ring. In an effort to honor our horses, those who do not wish to be show horses we do not push to the extreme. Due to some physical limitations of two people in our family, we made the heartbreaking decision to cut back some of our horses. We wanted to find homes where they could be well cared for and loved for the horses who did not want to be show horses and some broodmares who were hard to get into foal, but who would make wonderful companions for people. We set out to find homes where our horses would lead happy, productive lives.

We were beyond thrilled when we found a gentleman who claimed he had people who could provide wonderful, loving homes where they would trail ride the horses. Two friends of ours had worked with this gentleman before in different capacities and had recommended him to us. We also thought it was a great way to spread the word about the versatility of Saddlebreds by giving them to good homes where they could see how smart and sensible they were. We gave the horses away with their papers so that their heritage would be preserved and the people who received the horses could call us with any questions about the horses and their breeding. We truly thought it was a win/win situation all the way around and that this situation would be a viable option for finding good homes for our horses that we were very saddened about having give up. We were wrong on every level and it ended up being a complete recipe for disaster.

The gentleman assured us our horses were going to good homes and there was no possible way they would be sent for slaughter. He told us elaborate stories of what great homes the horses went to, how much the people loved them and how great this was to promote Saddlebreds in our area. The new owners were just thrilled with their new horses and the horses with their new homes. We were ecstatic. We were all so happy with how this was working out. Then, right after the Syracuse International we received an email from Pat Johnson representing Saddlebred Rescue asking for information about some of our horses that had gone through the New Holland Sale. WHAT? None of our horses has ever gone through the New Holland Sale and we never planned on any of our horses ever going through that sale. But right there in print were the names of three of our horses that we were told were placed in amazing new homes. We were all feeling so many things at once: disbelief, shock, anger and sadness that we were blatantly lied to and now our horses? lives were in jeopardy. We found out that a two-year-old we had given to this man had somehow injured her neck and was in terrible condition. All of our horses were in perfect condition when they left our farm and we were in disbelief to hear what had happened to her.

To be honest, I do not know if we will ever know the truth of how this horrible situation transpired. When people can look you in the eye and lie to you I do not think you have a great chance of ever finding out the truth. All I know is our family has been devastated by this whole experience. We thought we were doing the right thing and it could not have been more wrong.

We have no answers for this situation. We truly wish we did. We have written this to raise awareness of how easily your beloved horses can end up in the wrong hands when you thought they were in the right hands.

Karen Hall,Hallston Manor

Lord God open wide the hearts of these legislators. Awaken their souls, and let them hear and feel the spirit of the horse. Connect their spirits to our spirits, through the love of Barbaro and through our love of the horse - all of this achieved in a right and perfect way. Awaken their conscience Lord - enable these legislators to see and do the right thing for the horse - and let the outcome be for the highest good of all, and the end to horse slaughter.

Love, Light and Protection for All of The Horses

You can see pictures of the Saddlebred horses rescued in the above article at this website. You may have to sign up but it is free.

These folks concentrate on rescuing saddlebreds but they get other breeds on occassion.

http://forum.saddlebredrescue.com/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=994

"It is truly time for all of society to see animals as more than mere commodities or property to be bought or sold, exploited or killed at an 'owner's' whim. I am proud to be the guardian of my animal companions."

-- Gretchen Wyler (1932-2007)
Founder, The Genesis Awards

Love, Light and Protection for All of The Horses

OK: I have to get my duct tape affixed to keep my head from blowing apart.

And now: could someone
PLEASE tell WHICH LIST I am to call today...I already called MY NY congressman.....whose Aides keep assuring me is a big advocate of animal safety/protection...but is he co-sponsoring? nyet.

YESSSSS!!!
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The winning time of 1:46.64 for Lawyer Ron in the July 28 Whitney Handicap (gr. I) has been confirmed as the nine-furlong, main-track record at Saratoga Race Course.
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The geniuses have spoken....here's to Lawyer Ron and his jockey

Don't leave guns around your dogs or this could happen to you;

http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,291687,00.html
Dog Shoots Owner in the Back in Memphis, Tennessee

****CANDLE ALERT - Wed., 8/1/07, 10:25 AM EST****

If you have a few minutes today, please use them to light candles for some of our beloved furry friends:

http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/groups.cfm?l=eng

Here are some totals for a few of them, along with the number of countries represented by those who lit candles:

Barbaro - 1,041 (4 countries)
Lost in the Fog - 211 as foggy (2 countries), 16 as Fog (1 country)
Pine Island - 109 (from 23 countries!-not many from US??)
Fitch - 59 (1 country)
Nick the Arabian (Beaut) - 50 (3 countries)
Ragsy - 40 (1 country)
Mending Fences (fence) - 39 (1 country)
Bdude - 21 (1 country)

Vonda in Virginia

Have called all the LOOOisiana peeples and they are remarkably AWAKE and KNOWLEDGEABLE about the
SPRATTWHITFIELDRAHILLCHANDLER AMENDMENT.......

Ah, C-Spam: They're droning on about 24 billion dollars for children's healthcare again...OK, OK. It's important. But the fact that this vital need is in the hands of these people who make us go out and buy duct tape to keep our brains from flying out our ears, or our heads from exploding scared the beejesususus out of me.
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Lord watch over us and our (cough) elected officials today, and compel them to DO THE RIGHT THING for our horses and little peeple today.
(sigh.)

Jonna

We have to stick to House members today because there is a good posssibility this amendment will come up in the near future. We have to get them to support the Spratt-Whitfield-Rahall-Chandler Amendment which will stop horse slaughter.

I think today would be a good day for everyone to call representatives in ALL states once they have spoken to their own. We've been told to flood their phones with calls today for their support.

You can find links on the wiki to all reps and I would start with the ones who cosponsored HR503 last year.

Thanks

HEY GUYS, looks like the MINORITY PARTY got their way and are bent on discussing everything BUT the AG BILL straight off....well,
hopefully this means there was also an agreement to let the AG BILL SAIL ON THRU....

Hey...I can hope, can't I?

Good Morning FOB's,

Jonna, you are too silly and have me laughing already.

Jennie,
The story is just heartbreaking. Saddlebreeds are just beautiful and so elegant.I saw them at Breyerfest at the Kentucky Horse Park. We need to take the action that is needed. The FOB's will dial until our fingers are raw.

Mary S.,
Thank you for your comforting words.

Harriette,
Native sister,you do it so well.

Cal,
Where are you? I miss you.

Hey...R the state groups alive and up to kicking patootie on the phones today?...and, of course, all of us freelancers will be dialing away...

Anyone?

ShelleyA - sounds like a great plan today. One question, and forgive me if this has been answered - Is this amendment now part of the Ag bill, and is there a chance it will be voted on today? Also, is the amendment voted on apart from the bill? Sorry to be so out of the loop - time constraints, and I haven't been able to follow along regarding this amendment.

Love, Light and Protection for All of The Horses

Mary S

This amendment should be introduced on the House floor as part of the Ag Bill. Once that happens, it will be voted on. It could happen as early as today but we don't know.

Keep in mind, things change very quickly and we'll keep you posted if there is any change.

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MARY S...THANK YOU today and always...FOR BEING THERE!!! I thank the LORD everyday for sending us BARBARO to make us aware of ALL THOSE NEEDS....for WE WERE SUMMONED of that THERE CAN BE NO QUESTION!!!!

LORD ...BLESS EACH and EVERY ONE of US TODAY and ALWAYS....GUIDE US IN THE WAY THAT YOU WOULD HAVE US GO for WE ARE A MIGHTY ARMY for THE GOOD of ALL HORSES.....IN YOUR NAME LORD.....AMEN

THANK YOU BARBARO.....if you could just say a little word to the BOSS to send a few angels to D.C. to tap on a few shoulders today it would be greatly appreciated...HUGS CHAMP WE LUV YOU!!!!

RED ....WHITE and BARBARO coming at you D.C. !!!!!

HUGS to ALL..ALWAYS REMEMBER...PRAYER is THE BEST AMUNITION....

Weds 8/1 - extra nat'l target list from HAHS

RHETORICAL QUESTION DU JOUR:

ANY EXTRA TIME/ENERGY/PASSION FOR THE HORSES? Here is today's (Wednesday 8/1) extra National Target List from Humanity Against Horse Slaughter. Everyone on these lists is being targeted on a given day by other groups, so our voices add to the impact. Please don't attack this list until AFTER you have followed today's TWR National Strategy, and the marching orders of your State group leader. And please join a State group, or form one if your State doesn't already have one. Contact Stephanie, sbreaux1@verizon.net

Prior HS history of today’s targets: All are new to the Senate - except Sen. Murray, who cosponsored S 1915 last session.

Don't forget to mention S 311; ask them to cosponsor - and please use the Talking Points from the TWR Strategy.

WASHINGTON
Sen. Patty Murray
Fax: 202-224-0238 Phone: 202-224-2621

MINNESOTA
Sen. Amy Klobuchar
Fax: 202-228-2186 Phone: 202-224-3244

MISSOURI
Sen. Claire McCaskill
Fax: 202-228-6326 Phone: 202-224-6154

MONTANA
Sen. Jon Tester
Fax: 202-224-8594 Phone: 202-224-2644

PENNSYLVANIA
Sen. Robert P. Casey
Fax: 202-228-0604 Phone: 202-224-6324

TENNESSEE
Sen. Bob Corker
Fax: 202-228-0566 Phone: 202-224-3344

VERMONT
Sen. Bernie Sanders
Fax: 202-228-0776 Phone: 202-224-5141

VIRGINIA
Sen. James Webb
Fax: 202-228-6363 Phone: 202-224-4024

800 numbers for Capitol Bldg - Ask Operator for extension (last 5 digits of phone number), or for legislator by name.

800 828 0498

800 459 1887

800 614 2803

Please post at this DB thread

http://forums.prospero.com/alexbrown/messages?msg=13013.1

and/or here at Comments if you have any further info about these legislators; and please post any feedback re your contacts today.

(DC office addys are posted at the DB thread for those who want to use them for faxes or snailmail.)

THANKS TO ALL OF YOU FOR ALL THAT YOU DO FOR THE HORSES! GO GET EM.

Praise the Lord and Pass the Carrots (thank you, Lillian Petroff)

LIVING PROOF OF THE LIVING TRUTH

Peace Love Hope 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)

Please Lord, let the Reps.do the right thing today, and save the horses.

****Elizabeth,

I have a lot of quotes from Chief Seattle.
He was one of the wisest of the grandfathers.
As many of you know I collect all the grandfathers' wisdom.

I also email out a daily Cherokee devotional, Elizabeth, or anyone else that would like to receive it.. you can email me to be added
or deleted from my email list.

hgill@qx.net

Well, CSPAN has just reported that the HOUSE MAJORITY LEADER has said to expect proceedural votes all day today by the MINORITY PARTY ....
so...if you want to maintain your sanity,LOL, I think the best course of action is to CALL CALL CALL...cause watching, watching, watching is makin me down-right awnery....

Oh, Lord...Send BARBARO down to kick some sense into these people....please?

Joe

Silent one here, but I had to let you know that I have had comments from some of the aides about the number of calls they are getting from Texas in support of the Spratt-Whitfield-Rahall-Chandler Amendment. Super job. Let's keep calling.

C-SPAN

It is 7:20 pm where I am at and am hoping this does not go on like last night/morning. I had my eyes opened but could not comprehend what they were blabbing about, didn't even realize it was over when it was OVER!

PLEASE remember if this is meant to be it will happen, if it does not, let's hope there is a good reason.

ELIZ from TX...that is just wonderful news!!

It's frustrating -- yes. But you know what? It just gives us MORE TIME TO CALL! Please keep the phones on fire. Let's make sure they are shocked at how many calls they are getting to support the Spratt-Whitfield-Rahall-Chandler Amendment. Let's WOW them all. Let them know this issue is IMPORTANT and cannot be ignored. Guys, this may be our best chance this year to get this passed in the House. HR 503 is in very unfriendly committees, and there are people who will do anything to make sure it never gets to the floor for a vote. We have this ONE chance to get this to the floor -- let's make sure we don't lose this opportunity. I'm calling as much and as often as I can. I am hearing from the aides they are getting calls -- so you're doing a GREAT JOB! Just keep it up, folks. We can win the day. Remember -- for Barbaro. Remember, WE GET IT!

Barbaro,
Please guide them in the right direction and their hands to sign what is right.Nudges don't hurt either.

ALL THE WILD HORSES

ALL THE WILD HORSES

TETHERED WITH TEARS IN THEIR EYES

MAY NO MAN'S TOUCH EVER TAME YOU

MAY NO MAN'S REIGNS EVER CHAIN YOU

AND MAY NO MAN'S WEIGHT EVER

DEFRAYED YOUR SOUL

AND AS FOR THE CLOUDS

JUST LET THEM ROLL

ROLL AWAY

ROLL AWAY

Ray Lamontagne

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PLEASE JOIN YOUR STATE GROUP

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

JOIN OUR BOTHERIN BIDEN GROUP
ANYWAY YOU CAN HELP IF IT IS A EMAIL FAX
LETTERS, PHONE CALL WE APPRECIATE ALL AND
ANY HELP.

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##Hi Elizabeth - I'm in Texas too.....
My opinion - but I don't think there are any silent ones here - some of us just sing louder than others - but we are all singing!

##Beth - I have the same feeling - best chance. Let's get it done.

Hold a vision of them voting, and the outcome is the end of horse slaughter forever. Imagine how that would feel.... Remember how we felt September 7th last year? I believe there is great power in the collective consciousness - and so power on this board - but the specifics are very important. Let's get this done!! The end of horse slaughter.

Love, Light and Protection for All of The Horses

EXACTLY....MORE TIME TO CALL...!

************* WASHINGTON STATE ********************

Well, here we are folks -- at a critical juncture in our quest to ban the slaughter of horses. What can you do? How can you help? One of the best ways you can help is to join your state group. If you are from Washington State, we would love to have you join our group. It will not take up too much time, and it will make your voice more effective. Please join your state group today -- contact me at Thompson_216@hotmail.com.

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****jonna, re: your scary medical procedure on Friday... I had an uncomfortable, not scary procedure this week, waiting results..

When you go Fri remember all us are with you holding your hand, remember how many times Barbaro had to go thru a scary medical procedure, how many times he woke up blindfolded in a recovery pool, how many months he had a port in his neck..he was brave , you must be just like him..

And if you falter, and hear a low nicker..well, that will just be Barbaro letting you know he understands and that he is right there for you to lean on.

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Mary S-
thank you again~

*** Renee, you have mail

Harriete and Jonna,
My thouhgts and prayers are with you my friends.

Straight up noon skritches to the BBH and Triple Halo Winner -- and all of his fabulous frens in Equine Heaven...
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Straight up noon skritches and the caffeinated beverage of choice to all FOBs watching C-SPAN whilst calling...!

STRAIGHT UP NOON REPOST

We have to stick to House members today because there is a good posssibility this amendment will come up in the near future. We have to get them to support the Spratt-Whitfield-Rahall-Chandler Amendment which will stop horse slaughter.

I think today would be a good day for everyone to call representatives in ALL states once they have spoken to their own. We've been told to flood their phones with calls today for their support.

You can find links on the wiki to all reps and I would start with the ones who cosponsored HR503 last year.

Thanks

Posted by: ShelleyA at August 1, 2007 3:30 PM

Cheers,
Friar Tuck

thoughts sheeeesh

North Virginia Therapeutic Riding Center needs help after a recent fire - ALL HORSES SAVED but all material things lost. Please go here for details and how to help. Thanks - CJ

http://forums.prospero.com/alexbrown/messages?msg=13018.1

[excerpt] NVTRP does a wonderful job within the community. Please pass the word that they are now in need of help. New/used supplies, moral support and cash donations would be appreciated. Thanks!

On Thursday, July 19, Northern Virginia Therapeutic Riding Program’s barn was struck by lightning and burned to the ground.

Although all the horses escaped, everything else was lost – all tack, medication for the horses, equipment, supplies.

This program, which relies heavily on donations, provided weekly lessons for 85 children and adults with disabilities. [end of excerpt]

I have no info other than what has been posted at the DB. Please check this out and help if you can. THANKS. CJ

Good day, family -

I have made one round of 30 calls so far, working around work, so to speak, and will keep going. I, too, have been hearing, "Wow. Another call on the Gobbledygook-Whatchamacallit-Thingywhat-Doofus amendment! We're getting a lot of them." So...y'all must be doing a great job!

Off to call more...

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

CALLING ALL CALIFORNIANS

A Repost from yesterday. Let's burn up the phones and call these reps to support the Spratt-Whitfield-Rahall-Chandler Amendment.

"...Here's a complete list of all the CA Reps we would need to contact. It's the same format as the list I sent from work earlier today.
All of them are either current cosponsors, or hopeful "yes" voters.

"This list has just last names, and the last four digits of the phone number. All numbers begin with:
(202) 225-
and end with the four digits listed next to their name."

Baca (6161)
Becerra (6235)
Berman (4695)
Bilbray (0508)
Bono (5330)
Calvert (1986)
Campbell (5611)
Capps (3601)
Davis (2040)
Dreier (2305)
Eshoo (8104)
Farr (2861)
Filner (8045)
Gallegly (5811)
Harman (8220)
Hunter (5672)
Issa (3906)
Lantos (3531)
Lee (2661)
Lewis (5861)
Lofgren (3072)
Lungren (5716)
Matsui (7163)
McCarthy (2915)
McNerney (1947)
Miller (2095)
Napolitano (5256)
Pelosi (4965)
Roybal-Allard (1766)
Royce (4111)
Sanchez, Linda (6676)
Sanchez, Loretta (2965)
Schiff (4176)
Sherman (5911)
Solis (5464)
Stark (5065)
Tauscher (1880)
Thompson (3311)
Waters (2201)
Watson (7084)
Waxman (3976)
Woolsey (5161)

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Liz UK - Thank you so much for the link to the splendid photos. Wow! I'm in California, and I've forgotten what that much green grass looks like not on a golf course! Hope the rains are behaving themselves, and that you and yours are well.

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jonnagrey - Hope all is well, and will be thinking of you and the hounds. Be well, friend.

Yippppppppe ya hoooooooooooooooooooooo stitches out today at 3:30 today.

My heart beats for your heart, Barbaro, always and forever. Run with the angels honey!!
And thank you for your "message" yesterday!

Also with love to you Lost In The Fog, Secretariat, Ruffian, Mending Fences . . . . . and all our equine pals already "over the rainbow", never forgotten!

always and forever, Lou Ann

OK: don't give up...just keep calling. You'll be amazed at how well the name SprattWhitfieldRahillCHandler will just ROLL OFF YOUR TONGUE after a couple hours of talking. BUT: as has been said, these kids KNOW what we're talking about, so that HAS to be a good sign? Right? Right?
OK I'm out of duct tape, so must run out to the store...maybe I should get it in a festive new color? Or should I stick with the All-American Silver? I just can't decide....

I called Joe in CA for a little comic relief and horses 105 and 106 were just coming up the driveway. God bless Joe and Cathy and all their frens. They are a mighty force.

LEAVE NO HORSE BEHIND. WE WILL TRIUMPH.
HANG IN THERE MY DEARS. (and thankx for the sweet notes about friday...i am beyond worried about it, and have now entered the coma stage of stressed-out. I have found, however, that this makes calling all these CONGRESSPEEPLES easier!!

What is THAT about...love youse guys: j

I wanted to repost this now that I have spoken to someone at NVTRC and confirmed that THIS IS A 501(c)3 NFP corp. They've been operating for 27 years. The website is nvtrc.org

(REPOST)
North Virginia Therapeutic Riding Center needs help after a recent fire - ALL HORSES SAVED but all material things lost. Please go here for details and how to help. Thanks - CJ

http://forums.prospero.com/alexbrown/messages?msg=13018.1

[excerpt] NVTRP does a wonderful job within the community. Please pass the word that they are now in need of help. New/used supplies, moral support and cash donations would be appreciated. Thanks!

On Thursday, July 19, Northern Virginia Therapeutic Riding Program’s barn was struck by lightning and burned to the ground.

Although all the horses escaped, everything else was lost – all tack, medication for the horses, equipment, supplies.

This program, which relies heavily on donations, provided weekly lessons for 85 children and adults with disabilities. [end of excerpt]

I have no info other than what has been posted at the DB. Please check this out and help if you can. THANKS. CJ

Posted by: C. Jaffe at August 1, 2007 5:00 PM

NOTE - UPDATE - since posting this I spoke to Kelsey at NVTRC to ascertain that they are a 501(c)3 NFP corp. They have been operating for 27 years. She was so surprised and appreciative to find out about the info being posted at our DB and got the TWR/AB info from me so she can join the DB and post at the thread including pics of the therapy horses.

The horses are now all living outside in the fields of the property (except one very old mare who was taken to a neighboring stable) and there is a search in progress to find new property to rent or on which to build.

Louise Slaughter (NY) now on about child healthcare...gonna be a long day. Bush will probably veto whatever they pass anyway...

Yeah, and for more comic relief, they're grilling Rumsfield about Pat Tillman's death and he says, although he was heartbroken HEARTBROKEN to hear of it, he had no responsibility for any aspect of it...

Why does this remind me of Vietnam. Friendly Fire: such a nice, clean little phrase. Like "horse processing." Who comes up with these things?

CORRECTION - the website for the therapy program that had a fire and needs help is

http://www.nvtrp.org

Sorry for the error.

Angel Lou Ann I Love "Over The Rainbow" I Love You (8).

Affirmed

Jonnagrey,

Just a little aside--- I don't know if I told you I have an amazing dog that is Husky/Greyhound. My daughter got him from a rescue place in Arizona as a puppy. He is now four yrs. and the smartest, sweetest dog you could know. He has Husky markings but a body much like a Greyhound, long legs, slightly rounded back, especially when running. He loves to play with toys, knows how to open the toy basket and sings like he's rehearsing for the opera.

Thanks for all you do for the horses,
Bonnie

LORD we are trying so hard to DO THE RIGHT THING for ALL YOUR HORSES....IF...you coould see your way clear to give us a little DIVINE GUIDANCE for the SPRATT-WHITFIELD-RAHALL-CHANDLER AMENDMENT we would be SOOOO THANKFUL......AMEN

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Bonnie: yes, that rehearsal for high opera is called "rooing." And is beloved by GH owners everywhere.

Many GH and husky crosses can be found up north as mushers seek to make their lines faster...IMHO, that would just be the silliest thing I have ever witnessed: think of all the playing that would take place.

If you go on Google, you can probably find a personal website that will give you a sound file of greys rooing...it's hilarious to watch the effect this has on your own doggie...

best: j

I have two Irish lurchers--terrierXgreyhound--and they're "designed" to work more effectively in the brush for their evil (I mean it) owners, the gypsies...One of these is very GH, the other, very terrier...and routinely brings in voles, mice and squirrels...boy, is she FAST.

Thanks for the note and good luck with your cutie.

New Update!!!

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Bonnie: here's some video from Dewey...should be rooing therein

http://www.4greyhounds.org/video/dewey.html

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Thanks Jonna. Didn't find any rooing at that website but do have it everyday here in my home. Dogs do provide unconditional love and make no discrimination against anyone.

Bonnie

GREAT JOB EVERYONE MAKING CALLS TO YOUR REPS-
KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK...

HERE"S TO THE DAY WHEN NO AMERICAN HORSES HAVE TO FACE SLAUGHTER EVER AGAIN!

Red Aspen's left eye continues to progress. Quick Quest, who showed early speed and then faded.

Thanks Tim, for the update. Sorry he didn't win. Maybe another day! Good luck next time!

Faxes and emails are all done, off to make some calls on the SPRATT-WHITFIELD-RAHALL-CHANDLER AMENDMENT. It's a mouth full, for sure.

I just received my Barbaro and Secretariat poster that benefits the Laminitis Fund. It is gorgeous!
jan

Christian,

Do you know the current percentage of american people opposed to slaughter in the US I know I read it somewhere, can't find now.

Joan in Delaware
jmdillon@fhhlc.com

Trainer David Jacobson returns to racing after 25 years; attributes his return, to Barbaro.

Great story. Follow his new career.

http://timesunion.com/AspStories/story.asp?

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Joan, I know I'm not Christian, but I believe polls indicate that around 80% of people want slaughter to end.

I have looked at some of the "horse" publication polls, too. To include the horse community, I usually use the figure 66-82% representing ALL Americans. I believe that is a little more realistic.

Anybody else?

It is 86 percent of Americans opposed to slaughter I believe???...the horses have more support than Pres. Bush.........LOL SO HE SHOULD LISTEN!!!!

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Please I know we are all busy making calls, etc...take a moment to light up the world for candles for our loved Barbaro.

GREAT NEWS - ANOTHER HOUSE CO-SPONSOR!!!

Jerry Weller of IL

http://forums.prospero.com/alexbrown/messages?msg=13020.1

From stashi, leader of the IL State group:

I just received a phone call from Eric Grey, stating that Congressmen Jerry Weller is a new co-sponsor to HR503.

Way to go everyone!

Thanks for all of your hard work!

WOO ! HOO !
Another COSPONSOR !

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Maribel, LOL !

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Barb AZ

Gotta go pay some bills...UGH!!!! NO MONEY..NO MONEY...HUGS thought you'd love that little Bush addon!!! LOL I just couldn't resist it!!!!! What goes around comes around.....

Is anybody actually listening to C-Span today?
I had some major brain damage yesterday, so I'm avoiding it today.

My cable went out...guess that could be a blessing from what I've seen so far!!

What's going on with C-Span? Anything interesting? LOL

SHELLEY A. -

I think you missed some claws coming out. One of the Representatives yelled, "THE TIME IS MINE!!!"

There is some drama going on.

BARB
THANKS FOR THE REPLY

MARIBEL
THANKS ALSO FOR YOUR INFORMATION AND YOUR BUSH
ADDON "I DID APPRECIATE THAT REFERENCE "

I KNOW I HAD READ IT SOMEWHERE THOUGHT IT WAS IN
ONE OF CHRISTIANS POSTS

Joan Dillon

Joan-

The figure that saplonline.org uses is "almost 70%" of Americans polled...

Barb AZ-

I'd be honored if you'd "be me" lol!

CJ could not open that,

New York times 1981

Trainer to Get Hearing In Horse-Abuse Case

Published: October 22, 1981
David Jacobson, the trainer accused by racing authorities last week of having mistreated a thoroughbred in his stable at Aqueduct, was arrested yesterday on charges of violating an animal-protection law.

He appeared voluntarily at the 112th Precinct station house in Forest Hills, Queens, the neighborhood in which he lives, after the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals had filed the criminal charges against him.

The society says he failed to provide adequate sustenance and medical care to Hugable Tom, a gelding who was destroyed Sept. 26.

A hearing was set for Nov. 16 in Queens Criminal Court, and Jacobson was released on his own recognizance. The violation is a misdemeanor, punishable by a maximum of six months' imprisonment or a $500 fine, or both.

This from the TB horse Petigree Query

Euthanized due to laminitis September 28, 1981. His last trainer, David Jacobson, had his training license revoked shortly thereafter due to the failure to take adequate and reasonable care of the horse.

Off to take out a trail ride...

Maybe something will happen at the HR while I'm gone- fingers crossed...

Oh my gosh Debbie.... Yuck

Love, Light and Protection for All of The Horses

CHRISTIAN,

THANKS FOR YOUR REPLY

ANNA IN TEXAS,

EMAIL ME I HAVE INFORMATION ON A DOG FOOD THAT WILL HELP YOUR POOCH.

joan
jmdillon@fhhlc.com

john sullivan is now saying that immigrants and rich peeple's kids shouldn't have medicaid and S-Chip. (What the hell is that, and is it good with Heluva Good onion dip?)

Then the next guy got up and made a cheeky little joke of saying he was going to talk about ag appropriations...(hahah said all his cronies.)

I tried a nap: nfg. The boys are sounding mighty testy with each other. THEY need their damned duct tape tightened up.

IMHO: It's gonna be all health, all the time this afternoon. Shelley A and Debra? Have any other intelligence on this?

BTW: NY, LA and AL covered today from 305 Third Street...my brain hurts.

Jonnagrey

You go girl.

Hi Elisabeth in CT,

Unfortunately, buffalo is eaten in this country. I went on vacation to Yellowstone Park and to the Grand Tetons in Wyoming and remember seeing buffalo burgers and buffalo steaks on some of the menus there. I know they make "beefalo steaks," which is a cross between a buffalo and a cow. It's wrong just like HS is, in my opinion.

### Hi Joan, you have mail!
(and thank you!)

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Debbie LA
The Duct Tape really helps.

Information on polls, from the book "After the Finish Line":

According to Equine Advocates, 93 percent of callers in a 1995 national call-in television poll demanded the killing of horses for meat be banned. A 1997 poll in California showed 88 percent of California residents opposed horse slaughter.

In 1999, a study by the New York State Senate showed that 91 percent of respondents considered horses companions, recreational, or sporting animals. 86 percent opposed the practice of slaughter; 73 percent believed that the manner horses are slaughtered is cruel and inhumane. 72 percent would never eat horsemeat.

More recently, a 2003 poll done by Mason-Dixon Polling & Research Inc. of Washington D.C. revealed that 89 percent of Texas voters (yes, that's "horse country" for sure) were unaware that horses were being slaughtered in their own state for human consumption overseas. Seventy-two percent said they were opposed to the slaughter of horses for human consumption.

A May 18-20, 2004 poll by The Responsible Animal Care Society showed that 64 percent of Canadians did not believe horses should be slaughtered for human consumption.

C-SPAN is still on the Insurance for children right now. Everyone is upset over it too.

Cotten would work in the ears.
My husband walked in on me talking to the TV. LOL
Looked at me funny!

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SHELLEY A - two hours of debate was granted on the Children's Health Insurance Program...I believe we are into the second hour now...then who knows what? Looks like the session will run late again tonight!

THAT'S OK, PEOPLE, MORE TIME FOR CALLING AND FAXING!

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Elizabeth Thompson
Can I fax that too my House of Reps, good info!

Someone did a poll just last year, seen it somewhere? Was it John Hollen are who?

FYI - Jacobson has been fully reinstated by the appropriate racing authorities.

http://timesunion.com/AspStories/story.asp?storyID=610702&category=SPORTS&newsdate=8/1/2007&TextPage=1

This URL should work. (Debbie LA posted it would not work for her; don't know why.) In any event -I feel compelled to post this article now, in light of what has been posted about how Jacobson's career originally ended. As explained in the current srticle, it seems it was over his keeping a laminitis-suffering horse alive - did he wait too long?

He seems like the kind of horseman we want in the industry. CJ

The return of horseman
Barbaro's sad tale lures Jacobson back to training

By MATT GRAVES, Special to the Times Union
First published: Wednesday, August 1, 2007

SARATOGA SPRINGS -- The sad saga of Barbaro has had far-reaching effects throughout the racing industry, and it may have played a significant role in one trainer's return after a 25-year absence.

David Jacobson, a highly successful conditioner in New York in the early 1980s, was forced to relinquish his license by the state after being charged with "failing to provide adequate food and medical attention" to a horse in his care named Hugable Tom in 1982.

Jacobson informed officials that Hugable Tom was mortally ill with laminitis, the degenerative disease that ultimately brought Barbaro's courageous battle for survival to an end after his Preakness breakdown. Hugable Tom had been scheduled to be euthanized shortly after officials raided Jacobson's barn. The incident left Jacobson with a bitter taste in his mouth.

"I had no contact or interest in racing for 25 years," said Jacobson, now 52. "But the one thing that did catch my eye was Barbaro. It was very similar to what happened to the horse that I had. We tried to save him, but he had laminitis. Hours before we put him down, the ASPCA and everybody showed up and said I was being cruel to this horse. Laminitis kicks in very quickly, and that's exactly what happened to Barbaro. Those guys were heroes for trying to save him. For me, it was terminal."

There were rumors that the incident was politically motivated, possibly an offshoot of the 1980 murder conviction of Jacobson's father, Buddy, who was one of America's top trainers before the high-profile love-triangle case that resulted in the death of a New York City bar owner and ended his career. Buddy Jacobson died in prison in 1989, less than nine years after the longest trial in Brooklyn County history.

Through the encouragement of 92-year-old owner Michael Ricatto and inspired by the Barbaro story, Jacobson decided to return to his first love and got his wish when the state reinstated his trainer's license a few weeks ago.

"Mr. Ricatto, who I trained for back in the day, has been after me for a very long time to get back into racing," said Jacobson, who has built a successful downstate real estate business over the past quarter century. "He just asked me if we could get a horse and just get one more picture. I told him if we go back I don't want to go back with one or two horses. He said, 'Let's go for it.' "

It didn't take long for the reunion to bear fruit. Jacobson won on opening day at Saratoga with a 16-1 shot named Again and Again in the sixth race. He needed that emotional lift after claiming Massoud in the meet's first race for $35,000. Massoud broke down and had to be euthanized, leaving Jacobson with the ultimate claiming nightmare. Things have been much better since.

Racing under the name of Ricatto's son, Michael Jr. (his business partner and best friend), Jacobson has saddled five horses at the meet and hit the board with three of them. He's currently training a string of 25 who were racing for trainer Diane Balsamo while Jacobson was operating under an assistant's license from May to July.

"The state felt it was appropriate to give me an assistant's license since it had been 25 years since I trained a horse," Jacobson said. "They just wanted to make sure I still knew how to do it. They felt it could take anywhere from six months to a year to maybe even two years that I'd have to work as an assistant."

Jacobson got an early reprieve from the state and was reinstated fully in July.

"It was nice to run my first race on opening day at Saratoga," he said. "They've been really great -- the state, the stewards and everybody's been so helpful to give me this opportunity, and I really appreciate it."

A lot of veteran tracksiders must have been staring at the sky when they realized the name above Again and Again's in the program was a trainer they hadn't heard of for more than two decades. The thrill wasn't lost on Jacobson.

"Winning a race on opening day at Saratoga is incredible," Jacobson said. "It doesn't beat winning the Derby, but it's close."

[omitting balance of article unrelated to this]

Matt Graves contributes to thoroughbred racing coverage for the Times Union.

Could someone explain to me what the He!! children's health insurance has to do with the Ag Appropriations Bill?

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Debbie LA,
The horse.com recently did some VERY biased polls, but they backfired, IMO. They turned out to be more ANTI slaughter, as I recall. After getting a bunch of responses from us, and others, I think they quit doing the polls.

ELIZABETH THOMPSON

THANKS THIS IS WHAT I WAS LOOKING FOR.

Joan in De

Barb AZ

HAHAHA.....it seems everytime a pro-slaughter article or poll comes out, FOBs and other like minded folks dive in and let them know what the American people really think.

This is what I gave my representative when I met with him:

***Current Polls: MSNBC

Should slaughtering horses for meat be illegal? * 2974 responses

Yes, it's barbaric 60%

Yes, people shouldn't be eating horses 9.2%

No, it's a valid business 14%

No, we shouldn't tell people what they can't eat

17%

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/19215426/
________________________________________________

thehorse.com read by mostly horse owners

The Big Debate

Do you support or oppose a federal ban on horse slaughter?

I oppose slaughter in every circumstance. 51.81% (2755)

I oppose slaughter for human consumption. 5.70% (303)

I support slaughter for humane euthanasia only. 14.80% (787)

I support owners' rights to choose slaughter for any reason.
27.70% (1473)

Total Votes: 5318
TheHorse.com

ELIZABETH THOMPSON

THANKS THIS IS WHAT I WAS LOOKING FOR. IS THERE ANYTHING MORE RECENT THAT 2004 ?

Joan in De

Goodnight Barbaro

Watch for your star, and hope you and your frens in heaven have a lovely evening. We are marching on, Barbaro, and you are leading us the way, we thank you and love you!

Goodnight Family/Fans of Barbaro

It has been a long day, and all of us on pins and needles waiting for that moment when we can get the Barbaro Bill, the anti-horse slaughter bill passed. I am praying constantly for this miracle...along with all of you.

Please call, fax, email. Please remember the Fallen Angels, the rescues, the ones suffering, human and animal and each other.

Have a lovely evening.

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Thank you Alex
Thank you Tim
Fitch, Apache, Molasses, Angel, and many, many more....we are here.

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Joan,
Go back. (LOL)

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C. Jaffe
Thank you for posting that, glad you cleared all that up. When I couldn't get the site to open I just type his name in and that is what came up first. Sorry I did not wish to start anything.

####Many buffalo are now raised or ranched similar to cattle.

They have served buffalo burgers at the state fair. They have a tent that promotes what state producers produce, i.e. pork, ham, beef, lamb, ostrich, buffalo, chicken, and trout.

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Debbie L.A. - glad it turned out as it did, because I really wanted to get his story out there. Thanks for catching that the URL I posted was not working. I corrected at the DB as well. (There are 2 DB threads on this, one under "Horse Racing" and one under "Barbaro."

I'm glad you brought it up, because it explains what really was behind his original loss of license. He himself saw his own situation when he learned about Barbaro, and that's really what brought him back. Looks like it's a real asset to the industry that he IS back. (Did you notice it was he who had claimed poor Massoud in that ill-fated claiming race?)

I'm glad to have come across this piece because it really is a great horse story . . .

And now for something completely different...BRAVO to Rasta Farian, trained by our friend Michael Matz, who won the 4th race at Saratoga today!

Barb,

Thanks, I need the most recent, do you think that is the most recent? Possibly as Debbie in La: said John Holland may have something.

joan in Delaware

Tim (I assume), thank you for keeping us up-to-date on the goings-on at Fairhill. It's nice to be able to still hear about all the horses and their training. I would miss it terribly if it had disappeared completely. Just wanted to take a minute to say thank you.

Linda R in NE

"I GET IT"

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Joan,

If you just google "horse slaughter polls," you will come up with a whole bunch of them. Here's one:

http://news.bloodhorse.com/viewstory.asp?id=35173

###### Renee
Are you back yet?? Did it hurt much, I hope
not! Sometimes stitches come out so easily there
is just a little pull- hope it was like that for
you.

I have prayed so hard today, for our horses and
our Representatives to do the right thing and
PASS our amendment!

## Jonna, I'm keeping you and the procedure in my
prayers daily. You know we are all with you.

It always seems in the polls that about up to 20-25 % of Americans favor slaughter. For different reasons but favor they do.
Just think, that's about 75% against.
If a politician received 75% in a vote, it would
be a historic landslide- yet we can't get them to move on the HS vote. That shows us the power of
money and , indifference I guess.
Sorry to sound jaded but I just get tired of it ! !
Just think of it as our HORSES receiving a
landslide vote, yet a small minority keep killing
them and making it legal. Doesn't it make you want to tear your hair out? ? ? ?

Barb,

Thanks again I will do that.

Joan in Delaware

Due to personal problems, I have been away from the board a looooooonnnnnng time and have just had a few minutes to "tune". So glad to see that no one has lost their sense of humor (jonna, nancy) and so comforting to recognize all the "old", familiar names.

Anita MA

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Amanda, Safe trip to Scotland!

YES ! Bobbie B. it does make me want to tear my hair out.

Joan in Delaware

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Bobbie B: thanks for the note!!

I am tearing hair out now as well. I can't watch C-Spam anymore today unless something Capitol-shaking comes to light. So if that happens, will someone make a note of it.

Orrin Hatch is bemoaning something, and as soon as I heard the acronym "S-chip," fall trippingly from his lips and I switched over to the X-Files. I need Muldar. I need Scully. I need Smoking Man. I need The Lone Gunmen. I need Skinner.

You get the idea.

And I think I also need to consume an entire box of Cheez-its tonight. I DO consider it a food group unto itself...and tomorrow, it'll be nothing but fluids. They should write a Scary Medical Thingie Procedure Protocol based on chocolate...

OK(Now nauseous: Max Baucus from Montana is fawning and sucking up to Orrin.)

Repost:

Lord God open wide the hearts of these legislators. Awaken their souls, and let them hear and feel the spirit of the horse. Connect their spirits to our spirits, through the love of Barbaro and through our love of the horse - all of this achieved in a right and perfect way. Awaken their conscience Lord - enable these legislators to see and do the right thing for the horse - and let the outcome be for the highest good of all, and the end to horse slaughter.

Love, Light and Protection for All of The Horses

Posted by: Mary S at August 1, 2007 2:51 PM

Thank you Dear Mary.

Hi FOB's....

Barbaro's legacy is reaching far and wide. I received the following letter (edited) from my Assemblyman, Harvey Weisenberg(NY):

"I have received your correspondence regarding the slaughter of horses for human consumption.

"I am pleased to advise you that I have joined Assemblywoman Glick in sponsoring Assembly bill A. 2572 which addresses this issue. As an advocate for the humane treatment of animals, please be assured that you have my strong advocacy, vocal support, and affirmative vote should this bill come before the entire Assembly... At the present time, the bill is being reviewed by the Assembly's Agriculture Committee...

"Thank you for taking the time to write to me about such an important issue..."

We love our sweet Barbaro and all horses so much, and will fight to the end for them. I also have a cool bumper sticker from HSUS on my car... I have never before put any bumper sticker, sign or decal on my car...this is a first for me...

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ANITA MA - long time, no see indeed! WELCOME HOME...and I hope your life is on the upswing now. As you can see, we are still "fighting the good fight" on behalf of the horses and in honor of our beloved Barbaro!

Nancy

Sorry if this is a re-post -- this is from Gail on the DB:

The Court has indeed expedited the appeals process on the Cavel case.

Briefs from Cavel are due on August 4th, briefs by the defendants are due on August 8th, and the hearing on the merits is scheduled for August 16th. We are hopeful that the Court will rule quickly following the trial on the 16th. Considering the Court's expedited schedule we feel confident that the final ruling will be expeditious as well.

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Anita welcome back!

###
Elizabath that is good news, wish it was today. But that is faster then we had thought.

Just fax the poll from you and Barb AZ to my House Reps in Alabama. Thank you both, round two for faxing.
Still have some calls to make. Voice mail counts too!

May August 4th bring a swift end to Cavel.

just heard of the bridge collapse in MN. Sorry if this is a repeat.

LaurieH are you here?

Leslie Are you here?

are you OK?

Oh this is soooo bad!!!!

PLEASE PRAY!!! A freeway bridge in Minneapolis collapsed, sending cars into the Mississippi River during a time (quoting CNN) of bumper-to-bumper traffic.

MINNESOTA FsOB - PLEASE CHECK IN!!!!

Oh Nancy this is so bad.
Yes MN FOB PLEASE check in so we know you and yours are ok

A MIRACLE in the midst of tragedy...a school bus filled with kids was on the bridge but did NOT fall into the river!

##

That is why I am on here now....Laurie H. Are you O.K.???? I can't remember where in MN. you live???

Are there other FOB's in MN? Does anyone know?

What a HORRIBLE TRAGEDY!!!! The ENTIRE SPAN has collapsed and is in the river and along the way to and from!!!! Sacramento KCRA 3 has a newsperson who lived there for six years...she said the traffic at rush hour there is 10 times worse than in Sacramento....however, this did happen a little past 6P....but there seem to be MANY autos/trucks/buses involved....WHAT on earth would make the span collapse like that, I wonder. A person who had been on the span said he felt 'tremors' like a jack-hammer and then it began collapsing!

OH....Laurie....PLEASE come and write a 'hello' so we know you are alright!!!

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Laurie H., Daryl, Leslie and everyone elese in MN are you guys OK? Bridge collapse....... Let us know!

Ro & Brady

I emailed Lauri to write here if she is OK.

Don't have Leslie's email someone email her too

I am just in tears and shaking. Please God be with all those who are hurt or on the bridge, witness said that children on bus did not go in, but did have blood on their faces.
Oh God this is so bad

What!? I have family in Mn.--I just got home! My family is in Sandstone and Finlayson----OMG I am out of here.

I emailed Leslie, but unfortunately it appears to be a WORK email address so I don't know if she will see it tonight...

My Heart Goes Out And My Prayers Continue. Prayer My Number 1 Focus On The Board.

Rainbows Are So Needed For All Of You Here.

I Love You All 8 Times.

Affirmed

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I, too, sent Lauri an e-mail....I must leave for a couple of hours.....w/check back when home again....I am SO VERY SORRY for all involved and their FAMBLEES!!! :( How awful this is!!!!

Ro- Your brain works MUCH better than mine in crisis.....Leslie MN!! I read her all the time here!.......Just blank!!! Montego's Mommie....Please God, let Montego's Mommie be alright....

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

For some reason I think Leslie might be from Minneapolis, but I think Laurie is from Winoma??

Am praying that if they are on this bridge they are stuck and cant get to us

that should be winona. If anyone has the travel info from Delaware Park, you can check that. I believe it listed people's home towns.

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HELLO EVERYONE. This is Laurie H. in MN (and NOT an imposter)

I just returned from spending time with Montego and turned the t.v. on to this news. OMG....

Leslie, Becky, Daryl, Kent, Catherine, Nancy, Tammy....EVERYone from MN, please post. Even if you are a Silent One. Please!

Thank you everyone for your concern for us MN FOB's. I received emails pleading with me to post...thank you!

Sorry to end right here, but I want to get this posted....thank you.

I've heard from Daryl in Minneapolis area via email - he is ok. Couldn't get through on phone ..... ass circuits busy !

Sherry - Arizona

just emailed daryl to post. he just emailed me this morning

Sorry guys .......... didn't proofread b4 I sent -
It should have said "ALL circuits busy !!" NOW ... I'm having a giggling fit ! OY VEY -
too much heat and humidity !

Sherry

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I'm trying to call Leslie...will let you know.

xxoo

Praise God. Praise Jesus. Praise Angels For Angels Laurie H and Daryl.

Need To Hear From The Angels.

Affirmed

THANK YOU LAURI, WE WERE SO WORRIED, I AM SO GLAD YOU ARE FINE. PRAYER ANSWERED

SHERRY THANK YOU FOR THE NEWS ON DARYLANOTHER PRAYER ANSWERED

NOW, THE REST OF OUR MN FAMILY PLEASE POST WE ARE SO WORRIED

Ok, breathing a little more slowly as some of our Minnesota famblee are starting to check in...

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Sherry,

You've GOT to watch out for those ASS circuits ! (LOL)

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I left a voicemail for Leslie.

Yes, SHE is in the Minneapolis area. As are a couple of other Fans. However, after I made my call, the news channel has asked that people NOT use their cell phones...to keep the service available for emergencies.

I asked Leslie to either call me back or post an "I'm fine" here on the Board. I made it VERY clear that we are worried....

I didn't mean to make light of the situation. We have been watching the MN coverage here in AZ. We will be praying for ALL of those in MN. Hope to hear from our MN FOB.

Thank you Laurie, thank you. So glad you & Daryl are ok.
I hope others can find a way to check in just to say they are ok

ALL,

CANDLE GROUP

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

Ro & Brady

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I emailed the Minnesota Calling Group and am waiting to hear from them. When I do, and they have not posted their status, I will post immediately.

There is also a Kent that posts on the Forum but is not a Member of the Calling Group. Kent, please check in.....

Thank you everyone so much. I need to make some calls to family and friends in the Metro area. I will keep my computer at Tim Woolley (my home).

**** Barb AZ... I'm a MN FOB, and just to let you know, I was not offended by your humor at all. I thank you for it.

Thank you Ro, Candle has been lit

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Thanks, Laurie.

Thinking of all MN FOBs! Please keep posting your updates.....
jan

It sounds like a school bus went in the river. Let's pray for the NON-FOB's too.

#########
Thanks, Laurie

I'm so glad to hear that some of our MN FOBs are OK and hope that we hear soon from or about the others.

It is devastating!

Janice
A forever FOB

Thank God Laurie H & Daryl are OK....
I pray that our MN FOB famblee members report to Laurie H soon that they all are safe.

All circuits are busy,I cant get hold of my family. The TV pictures are frightening.

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I may get here before Leslie in MN but I'm casting politeness aside for now...Leslie in MN emailed me.

LESLIE IN MN IS FINE.

(Sorry Leslie, I wanted them to know as soon as I did)

Oh, Nancy Jean, I am praying for your family, I know how frightening this must be, I am praying for you as well. The lines will open soon, just keep trying. Love you Nancy

I am praying for all involved, for our FOB family and their families.

I know they will check in when they can, but still praying

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Nancy Jean,

Is there some way I can help?

Hey Famblee,

Leslie in MN here. Thank you for your care and concern as this tragedy unfolds here in my town. The images are mind boggling. I have traveled on that bridge hundreds and hundreds of times. Traveling across it , one had a wonderful view of the downtown skyline and it was a great place to see the fireworks. It is simply unbelievable that this has occured. So far, it is difficult to know if any friend or neighbor has been affected..... still too chaotic. My relatives have all checked in and all are fine.

Good to see the FOB famblee in MN checking in. Need to hear from Becky and Angel Chip and Rio. SHe lives close to that section of town.

Thanks again everyone. I'll check back later.

Leslie in MN

Its my nephew,his wife,and their 20 year old daughter. He is a Captain at the federal Sandstone Prison. I think? he crosses over the 35 from Sandstone to his home in Finlayson. Its not helping my nerves that his voicemail comes on for his cellphone.
I need to bring up a map but Im having a hard time concentrating,does anyone know a good site? Google maps suck.

I just saw on the forum that Mary L from Ohio has a cousin that might be involved with this and was on her way home about that time. Her name is Sara and she is 21. Prayers that Sara will be found safe

Angel Leslie So Very, Very (8) Happy To Hear From You. Angel Nancy Jean Praying For You And Your Family.

My Love To You.

Affirmed

Hiya, FsOB! My thoughts are with the good people of MN, I just saw an entry on the Internet as I was preparing to come on-board here.
My thanks to Harriette and Elisabeth for invoking the wisdom of Chief Seattle. May Congress open its heart and mind to the Chief's voice of vision from earlier times. Peace, RMH

#### Hello to Anita in MA, good to see you again. I hope that your problems were resolved to your satisfaction.
To Bonnie: My Husky, Nikita, came from a shelter and may possibly have some shepherd heritage as well. She's a copper and white beauty with two ice blue eyes. She makes strange noises, but not as weird or as often as my former Huskies did who passed away. Very friendly, plauful, never meets a stranger, & loves horses!
To Jonna: Amen to your posting at 5:36 PM pm 08/01. I'll be thinking of you on Friday.
To Dora: Happy birthday, I think today is your birthday, isn't it? ####

### To Nancy Jean: Did you try Mapquest for a map? ####

Nancy Jean:

They want people to not use phones or cellphones because the emergency workers need those lines.
Try to breathe deeply - try:

mapquest

This will bring up the map that is zoomed into the area showing the bridge

Let me know what I can do to help

thank you so much everyone,im getting phone calls from other relatives. need to check in with them all,compare family grapevine notes. will be back later,you are all so kind,and Dee that meant so much to me,and all of the kind emails. mapquest,will try that too.

Nancy Jean why don't you answer me???!!!!

Whats WRONG???

I'm scared and crying.

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Everyone, especially Nancy Jean.

The Imposter is back....

This pathetic post saying that I am crying etc. is NOT from me. This imposter was here last night...

________
Nancy Jean why don't you answer me???!!!!

Whats WRONG???

I'm scared and crying.

Posted by: Laurie H. in MN at August 2, 2007 2:35 AM
___________

I'm so sorry everyone, including Alex and Tim, for the trouble that this person is causing. I'm so sorry...

Laurie, I emailed Nancy. She emailed me and is very upset. told her to come to board and get a hold of you, OK.
Love to you Laurie.

Sorry if has been answered, slow dial up

I smell rotten fish.

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Nancy Jean,

What did your relatives say? Is everyone accounted for?

Laurie,

So sorry, they got me.
Don't you worry about them, it is not your fault and we all know that.

we love you Laurie

Another Imposter REPOST:
_________________________________________

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Nancy Jean,

What did your relatives say? Is everyone accounted for?

Posted by: Laurie H. in MN at August 2, 2007 2:43 AM
________________

This was NOT me. For Heaven's sake, there is a true tragedy happening. And we are left to deal with the human behaviors of an idiot. People can be so disappointing...

What a pathetic, simple little life you must have, Imposter. I pity you, in the lowest possible way. Pathetic.

Hi all,

I'm a "silent one" from Minneapolis; have posted here a few times; more on the DB and a few times in chat. The news here is terrible; this is a bridge only a few miles from home and one we are on frequently. Both my husband and I had some very bad moments until we were able to be in touch with all family members. We have received calls from concerned friends all over the country tonight. Pray for all involved - our local news stations are now calling the efforts recovery not rescue; most estimates are that 30 to 50 cars were on the bridge when it collapsed as well as 20+ maintenance workers actually on the bridge. I am glad that, so far, all MN FOB's are accounted for and hope that Mary's niece is okay. Goodnight to all and thanks for all the concern.

Troll alert.
Beware.

I second that VERNA...LAURIE...we love ya honey!

http://forums.prospero.com/alexbrown/messages?msg=13040.1

Action Alert from Earthjustice - SAVE THE WOLVES

Our prayers are with all of those who have had sadness and pain touch their lives...and for the wonderful people of MINNESOTA, whose first reaction was to help others, while they themselves needed aid...GOD BLESS YOU ALL...

Thanks Glenda

On Alert

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Prayers....

to all those people and families of those people who had loved ones involved in that awful tragedy from that fallen bridge in Minneapolis/St. Paul this afternoon.

May Big B and his Friends offer them the comfort of Rainbows from above.

Trolls Your Grade Is Automatic F

Affirmed

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Verna,

PLEASE don't apologize. Your kind heart took flight and ran to help. I thank you.

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Pamela,

Thank you so much for your kind post. I hope everyone knows me enough by now to be able to decipher between the "two of us".

Thank you Pamela.

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Glenda,

Yes, TROLL alert, loud and clear.

Thank you Glenda.

Amazing that this excuse for a human being continues to target Laurie..........we all know by now that she can take whatever the a-hole has to dish out! (and good luck finding anyone to rattle on this board - you're up against a mighty bunch of pretty tough broads here in TWR Land, LOL.) You let 'em have it Laurie!!! No excuses necessary.

Hay FOB's!

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I just woke up - went to lie down for a short time, ended up sleeping for hours. I'm watching CNN right now in absolute horror and am adding my prayers and Reiki to all involved out there. I'm praying for the survivors, and for the families who are waiting for news of loved ones. I'm watching footage of rescue personnel in the water. I can't believe what I'm seeing. Am hearing that everybody on the school bus has been accounted for..I am thankful for that miracle.

###
LaurieH, we're watching your back...not to worry.
We know when YOU post.

Prayers...

Healing, Love, Peace,
ONS,
Lyn Gilbert

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Linda J. in Minneapolis,

THANK YOU for posting. I apologize for not reponding earlier to you but I had to address an idiot Troll...

Thank Heavens you are okay and that you and your family have had the opportunity to check in with each other.

Linda, thank you again for letting us know that you are okay. Minds can rest a little easier now...

To the silent Linda J - thanks for letting us HEAR from you!

Prayers to all in Minnesota.......a state I have never had the pleasure of visiting, but about which I have heard nothing but wonderful things. And a state where some of my favorite people live.....

God bless.

LAURIE, you have given us so much...In spite of the circumstances, it is nice to be able to talk about the terrific people here...
Look at all the names....good and dear peeples...LOL....LOVE YOU GUYS...WE ARE FAMBLEE!

Nancy Jean,

I think your nephew may be north of all of this.,..this bridge is smack in the middle of Downtown Minneapolis and crosses the Mississippi right in front of the MN Vikings Metrodome and the University of MN.

35 is a long interstate freeway and yes, it does go to Sandstone..but that is quite is bit far to the north side of the metro....I think he would be safe.

I am glad to see that silent FOBs are speaking tonight that they are safe. Again, thanks to all the FOB family.

Leslie in MN

Prayers to all of those in Minnesota who have been touched by this horrific tragedy. Once again we have been shown how quickly lives can be changed. And once again we have been shown how people rise up to help their own in need.

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Lyn Gilbert,

They just addressed the topic of the school bus and children. They DID NOT specifically say that everyone was okay off the bus but they did not associate any tragedy to it either, other than the children were terrified, screaming and crying. The bridge litterally fell out from underneath them...

If I hear more, I will let you know.

Thank you Lyn.

Thanks to all of you for your really nice comments. It's been the nicest thing about a really horrible night. I think MN people are wonderful, too - I am a huge fan of Laurie, Bart and now Montego. The first time I went into the chatroom about two weeks ago, once everyone found out I was from MN they immediately asked me if I knew Laurie or Leslie! I don't, but did commmunicate with Daryl last spring about a possible visit to our senator Amy Klobuchar. Laurie, I will be contacting you when I am able to join the MN calling group, hopefully very soon.

I just heard that the school bus landed on all four wheels and that is what saved the children. The latest report is that most are minor injuries but only two of the children have more serious (but not critical) injuries. Of course as news comes in, this could change. I hope not!

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Pamela,

You make such a wonderful point. Time and time again, through tragedy, triumph, tears and cheers, we have weathered everything together!

The names warm my heart. The words soothe the soul. This is Home. We are famblee.

(Okay, another apology from me...that reads like a Hallmark card. I'm sorry about that!)

So glad to hear from ALL MN Fob's.
The pictures are unreal.

######

Linda J.,

Thank you for your kind words! I will patiently wait to hear from you about the Calling Group. Whenever it is the right time for you, I will be here.

Thank you!

Hey...HALLMARK is a good thing...LOL...

Did everyone catch the part of the news conference where they talked about "POLICE ON HORSEBACK"! I tell ya...I hope everyone catches on to what we know....HORSES made this country and are, even more so today, a critical partner in our survival and well being! HOOFRAY FOR THE HORSEYS!

I'm hearing that two lanes were coned off -- luckily -- so there were fewer cars on the bridge than there might have been otherwise.

##

Is it Daryl Smoliak (sp?), the Daryl you are trying to locate???? Oh dear!

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

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Just reported:

ALL of the school children were reunited with their families at the Red Cross.

Thank you God.

Yes, MARILYN, I heard that too...unreal!

I thought Daryl was okay. Didn't someone say that?

###

I had missed the explosion in NYC two weeks ago.
Fortunately, I called-in ill that day, but would have been in proximity to Grand Central Station in NY during the evening rush-hour just about the time of the incident had I been commuting from work that day.

I think there is a Rainbow out there watching over all of us; hopefully, all FOBs in Minnesota will be safe tonight, and (I pray) comfort will find those who may have been less fortunate.

Believe in Barbaro!!

###

Sherry in AZ heard from Daryl and he is okay.

###
LindaJ...
It is Verna from the chat room.
I didn't know you were from MN, SO glad to hear you and your family are alright.
Still watching this and it is so unbelievable. So glad we have heard from some and I pray that later we will hear more once communications open up.

Love to you ALL

Verna

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Okay, who's ready for a nice tuck-in now?

Probably some people are having trouble getting home.

I know a need a tuck, and a lotta peeples need your words, esp now!

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Ken Z. in NY,

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. How horrifying and soul-shaking...

Yes, we are being looked after. Someone loves you, and your Christine, so much, that they kept you from harm that day.

Again, thank you God. Rest well tonight Ken.

Laurie

It's a little early here in California but I'll take a tuck in from you anytime. This is the most incredible famblee who sticks together through thick or thin. Can't say enough how honored I am to be here.

REPOST

ALL,

CANDLE GROUP

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

Ro & Brady

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Laurie H...

thank you, and I'm glad you are safe in MN.

Having said that.....I (we) here are ready for your tuck-in.

:)

I am coming in late to all of this, and I thank God
all of our Mn. FOBs are okay. Thank you Lord, and I pray for all concerned in this tragedy.

Like Pamela says, we are famblee, and when I saw this on the news it scared me to death. I have been out this evening and just came in about 20 minutes
ago and turned on the tv.

I thought immediately about Laurie and Leslie and the others. It is amazing what a bond we have formed, isn't it?

I'm worried about people I've never seen.
It is the same phenomenon that occurred with Barbaro, to a degree, and is inspired by him, this
love of the FOB family. Hey you Minnesotians, please be okay. Allright I can't spell Minnesotians right! ! but I luv ya anyway! !

######

ANOTHER Imposter posting:
___________________________________

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Okay, who's ready for a nice tuck-in now?

Posted by: Laurie H. in MN at August 2, 2007 3:26 AM
________________________

This was NOT me! It's the Troll, however, he paid me a compliment...."nice tuck-in"...cool!
I would NEVER refer to ANYthing I post as "nice". Hallmarky, yes... nice, no!

Angel Ken Z. God Loves You.

Over The Rainbow.

Barbaro.

Affirmed

Asking for the Troll to leave the premises.........

OK, guys, I know the rules...we don't engage with the troll, we don't even discuss IT with each other. HOWEVER (and you know I don't normally do this) I have to say that anyone who would DARE to behave in this fashion on this board on the evening of such a tragedy is a low-life scumbag...and I apologize to Alex and Tim for that, but THERE ARE LIMITS!

Go away, Joe, crawl back under the rock!

DOH!...Hey...I fell for that...! DOH!

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Hi Verna,

Thanks for thinking of all of us in Minneapolis tonight. It was really nice of you to remember me as I was one of about ten Linda's in the chatroom that night! The news here continues to be sobering as the rescue crews will be in the water most of the night. We can hear helicopters outside and sirens; that's been going on for a few hours. We only live about two miles from where the bridge collapsed. I hope all of my co-workers and their families are ok, too.

Sorry Alex and Tim upfront...

YOU GO NANCY!!!

Hello Barbaro,

It seems that your House needs alittle "light housework" tonight. When I say "light", it seems that this "dirt" comes out at night and maybe he will wither with alittle light in his life! Take care of that Honey, okay?

Honey, more importantly, Minnesota needs your help. There are many worried minds all over the United States and maybe around the world. There are many injured, scared, shocked and hurting.

The media is swarming the area and there are already heroic stories and pictures coming into view.

Please walk the halls of the facilities with victims and families. Give them a nuzzle that we all have had the privilege to experience through the tough times in our lives such as January 29th.

The Fans that are still wrapped in worry, please let them lay their cares upon your most comfortable blanket, in hopes of minimizing any pain.

Let's grab your blanket and cuddle you up. It will be a long night for you but you will have company in those hours...

We'll fluff the folds perfectly for nuzzling. Your Dream Angels have coffee brewing and I see some Chai Latte! Ummm, am I staying up late Dream Angels?!

Good night Barbaro. You are loved, needed, missed and adored. Don't forget to grab the brightest star you can find and shine it you-know-where!

I love you! Good night Honey. XXOOxxoox

Laurie, Leslie and All MN FOBs,

I just got home and saw the tragedy on TV. I'm so glad to see that you are safe. My heart goes out to all of you and hope that all of your friends and loved ones are OK. Prayers to all involved!

Aloha,

#########
Linda J,

I remember the night of Linda's in chat! That was great. So glad to hear you are ok.

,,,,awwwww, so perfect....so simply sublime...

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Latest report from Minneapolis:

6 confirmed deceased so far from the bridge accident.

I'm sorry to say...

Yes!! Tracked down my nephew's son who lives in Seattle,he was able to get thru finally by hitting the redial button over and over for his dad. Everyone is OK!! I havent talked to him yet,cant believe how scared I got,was nervous he might have gone to the Twins game. He is my late sisters son,only 9 years younger than me. Love him so very much!
Scrolled thru quickly just now to make sure all fobs have checked in,thank God for that.

I am stunned Laurie H that coward would get kicks from messing with you and me when I was scared out of my wits. Joe if you were standing in front of me right now you would need to be admitted to the nearest ICU,you asshole.(please excuse Alex)

Thank you so much everyone,your kindness all around was held very closely to my heart. Will try to answer emails once I catch my breath.

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Hi MJ - I was in the chatroom earlier tonight for a few minutes; this will make you laugh; out of the seven people in there two were Linda's and one was Lynn! Seems to be a wildly popular FOB name . . .

Thanks for your concern for all in Minneapolis, this is a terrible night here.

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LindaJ LOL, I remember, maybe that is why I remembered...LOL. As you gal's were going to hijack the chat room and name it after yourselves...LOL

I had no idea you were so close. That has to be just awful! I too pray for your co-workers. I am praying for anyone in MN at this point since I don't know the lay out of the state.

My husband, who does not get rattled at anything, is actually shook up because he is with a division of Toro and he speaks with Toro Engineers on a daily basis. He is hoping that they are all OK. More to pray for, I had forgotten that MN was the home base of Toro.

Once again I love you all.

Verna

Thanks, Laurie ..........
You always know how to "make it feel better !"
You are the ultimate "candy striper" to all in need.

Sherry - Arizona

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NANCY JEAN - great news about your family!!!

Guess we both have HAD IT tonight, haven't we? Well, if we get banned there will be two less Nancys for that idiot to annoy!

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Nancy Jean,

I am SO happy that your mind can rest. Grab some comfort food and cuddle up Nancy. Sleep well.

I am signing off now, so if there are any posts with my name on them, they are not me. (Isn't this pathetic?!)

I wish everyone, but one, a peaceful night filled with sweet dreams and the feeling of warmth and security...being at home, loved and needed. You are all appreciated, needed and loved.

Good night. xxoo

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GOOD NIGHT, LAURIE...and thank you, as always!

###
Nancy Jean, so glad to know you heard that all is fine.My heart is with you.

###
LaurieH, Thank you, we needed that and it was just as special as I knew it would be,thank you.

Nancy CT, Don't worry about it, you will be here when the smoke clears, the good are always left standing.

Love,
Verna

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Laurie H...WOW !! That tuck-in was the best yet!!!!
Sorry to hear about the accident but glad YOU are OK...I think Barbaro is probably your Guardian Angel today and everyday???!!!! I'm always praying for sunny days and beautiful rainbows for you Missy...

WHY???? BECAUSE...YOU GOT IT RIGHT FROM THE START !!
HUGS and here's hoping love always finds YOU....

Totally off-topic but important for any of you with small children: just heard on the news that there is a massive recall of many Fisher-Price toys because of high lead levels!

Fisher-Price...the stuff of my son's toddler dreams - is nothing safe any more?

From My Heart To Yours Angel Laurie H. All Rainbows.

My Love To You.

Affirmed

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Laurie H.

Thank you for another wonderful tuck-in.

The "little one" here thanks you too :)

Believe in Barbaro!

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Angel DEE...YOU are little ray of sunshine on this dark night...KEEP SHINING !!! We LUV YA !!!! HUGS

Goodnight FsOB ...my son arrives tomorrow evening from Yellowknife Northwest Territories so gotta go get my beauty sleep...SERIOUSLY !!! Thank goodness for Elizabeth Grant cosmetics or we would be in serious trouble right now!!!! LOL
Sweet dreams always....

Speaking of little ones, there is a new addition to Smarty's Gift Stable. He just arrived yesterday from South Carolina. He's two years old and smart and a whip. And get this....he looks EXACTLY like Boxcar. Not related or anything. Whe you see his pictures you will swear it's Boxcar. His body is not as big but his face is identical. What a shock it was for me!!

Anyway, I'm going down real early tomorrow morning to see him go out to the track for the first time! I'm very excited.

My point by bringing this up is that I thought it would be teribly insensative of me to post tomorrow's strategy tonight with all that's going on in Minnesota. So please forgive me and don't think I'm being uncaring but I won't have time in the morning.

There's nothing more we can do but pray for our friends in Minnesota so I've decided to go ahead with the post. I hope that's okay with you all.

HEADS UP FOR TOMORROW'S STRATEGY....With heavy hearts for our friends in Minnesota, we must carry on our business. Barbaro would insist!!

Strategy for Thursday August 2

Things are moving slowly as usual. Don’t be discouraged….this is how the process works! Hopefully we will see some movement in the House over the next day or two. As most of you know by now, an amendment is being added to the Agricultural Appropriations Bill that will change the original language. This is called the Spratt-Whitfield-Rahall-Chandler Amendment. Instead of posting lists today, we are asking you to call all representatives and tell them we urgently need their support to pass the Spratt-Whitfield-Rahall-Chandler Amendment that will put an end to horse slaughter for human consumption. Please call early since we don’t know if this will be brought to the floor tomorrow and we must flood their offices with calls for support until the vote takes place.

We still need people to be involved with state groups. It has been proven that this the most effective way to get information out quickly when the need arises. If you can help, contact sbreaux1@verizon.net

House Members and Senators will be working out of their District Offices from August 6 to August 31. Now is the time to call for an appointment and meet with them in person. There is no more effective way to get your message out than a face to face meeting. You have the best chance of meeting directly with them during this month. However, if that is not possible, please arrange a meeting with their District Manager. Some of you may want to form groups for these meetings. It is usually easier to get appointments to meet with your legislators in groups of 3 or 4 constituents.

As you know, pro slaughter people are very organized and are out spreading their message. We MUST be louder!

Remember, WE ARE BARBARO’S VOICE….let it be heard!!

Thanks for all you do and have a great day!

Shelley and Debra

ShelleyA, that was terribly insensitive of you, you asshole!

Thank, Nancy Jean. That sure helped after I agonized for an hour about writing! You're a real sweety!!!!

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Shelley A:
I don't ever post, but I feel the need to let you know (you probably realize already) that the 5:01 post has to be a troll. I know it's hot, but I'm suddenly craving some "soup"!!!!!

Kelly

NANCY JEAN ....is that really you? We don't have assholes as FOBS! WHAAAAAA?????? I gotta read this stuff....

NANCY JEAN ....is that really you? We don't have assholes as FOBS! WHAAAAAA?????? I gotta read this stuff....

AWWWWWWWWW, GO AWAY NAMELESS PERSON TRYING AND FAILING TO BE NANCY....PLEASE...
That was too easy a giveaway...we don't address each other like that...!

What?! That was NOT ME, ShelleyA and Pamie. Im out of here,Alex needs to just shut this down at night!!!!

I'm glad it wasn't you, Nancy Jean. I didn't think so!!

Good night everyone....let the trolls talk to themselves.

HI NANCY...we knew it...that is why I said "FOBS don't talk to each other that was" and that this was an easy troll to spot, so to speak!

Guess you are popular tonight...LOL...

I am off to bed...no time for this...

HEY TROLL...FEEL FREE TO BE ME...OK? JUST DON"T SAY A BAD WORD ABOUT OUR FOBS...WE LOVE EACH OTHER
TOO MUCH! WE ARE FAMBLEE...now you can play with/by yourself....LOL

ShelleyA I would put my last $ that was not NancyJean

just checked in to make certain that all MN Famblee members are safe, and all those close to all of us here.

ShelleyA thanks for the head start for tomorrow. We'll continue on for the horses and for all those affected by the horror in MN tonight

From a silent one:

ig·nore [ ig náwr ] (past and past participle ig·nored, present participle ig·nor·ing, 3rd person present singular ig·nores)

transitive verb

Definition:

refuse to notice somebody or something: to refuse to notice or pay attention to somebody or something

[15th century. Directly or via French

it's so easy to find interlopers. Tooooooooooooooo easy :)

http://www.sitemeter.com/?a=stats&s=sm6timwoolley&r=15&v=11

My thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by the terrible tragedy in Minneapolis. God bless them all.

OMG...You are sooooooo right Cheryl Jones...hehehe
I show up as St Augustine, in case you were wondering...LOL

Nite Nite to everyone...real and imagined...LOL

Time to turn in and say a prayer for all those who need special thoughts and comfort tonight....
I love you guys!....

to post--------------

later this night,
i hear many fans of barbaro are on the alert
,networking and checking up on loved ones.
.in the big circle
DESPITE the clock set at disasters spilling all about

the congress winds on
its political spam dance.
.so many prayers and so much care we send them all..the love they may
have forgotten about
n those marbled halls.
ken z---

the exquisite invisible and visible meter to your feligree ,words
pristine
luminous and images tight and expanding at the same time
now that IS POEM TO teasure for ever, too
bless you
...divine 8 you so get it
thank you
and for eva
, whose poem has also carved a breathing soul into our screens
travelling
right to my heart
as mary s.
in her thank you thread to barbaro
writes so tenderly.
.so much to thank him for
in every day

the judgement-- a flash of anger
appears out of nowhere
like lightening..before a big storm

..i know now that unless i walk in those shoes
i know for nothing..
i hear in the silence tonight
much thanks for lives saved
.sorrow for lives lost
a bridge

..that symbol i use so much
in my life----

.for me
that marker
of totalling two sides into one line
and figuring out how to reach across a divide.
.
what an art
..bridges
all sorts of bridges
and now this one
across the greatest river in our land
.collpases..
i hear in the silence of my town
,the trees and birds sleeping through
heavy summer sounds
..i hear the great desire for love
..
twigs and leaves and metal shorn
swollen river claims
artifacts
we hold so dear..
the future
is superfluity i can not fathom for now
on the wake
of so much pain
we read of horses mutilated by famine and neglect
and on the tracks good trainers and others
ruthless oligarchs
power
mean of spirit..long gone humanity wasted time
hunting power - money

the cantilevered metal of the bridge
torn assunder in a flash terrible gash
forget forgive drift

into the faith
that in the end
stirs my own heart.
.for peace amongst all beings.
.our connections to the mighty horse and carriage
i want nothing to come back from that darkness
but feed the light those threads
its way
heart to heart is right

the divine 8

give all those who man the phones and halls of marble far away
..who hear the cries of all those
dear souls abandoned forgotten thankless skeletons
to remind me how grateful i am

for barbaro
his heart beaintg even in the invisible
yet as these short but ever long months trail us
inch by inch
in our disbelief and we each
resolve
to answer his call
rest
. place your fears far above the swollen river....
wounded with the sudden heap of people
reap faith .
light
refracted back and forth
into this long nihgt for those who search and wait..

from heaven and earth

martita

Hiya, FsOB! Martita, your words were so moving. I hope that all FsOB in MN are safe this morning. Wishing everyone a productive day and may Congress get its act together. Peace, RMH

Good Morning FOB's

Strategy for Thursday August 2

Things are moving slowly as usual. Don’t be discouraged….this is how the process works! Hopefully we will see some movement in the House over the next day or two. As most of you know by now, an amendment is being added to the Agricultural Appropriations Bill that will change the original language. This is called the Spratt-Whitfield-Rahall-Chandler Amendment. Instead of posting lists today, we are asking you to call all representatives and tell them we urgently need their support to pass the Spratt-Whitfield-Rahall-Chandler Amendment that will put an end to horse slaughter for human consumption. Please call early since we don’t know if this will be brought to the floor tomorrow and we must flood their offices with calls for support until the vote takes place.

We still need people to be involved with state groups. It has been proven that this the most effective way to get information out quickly when the need arises. If you can help, contact sbreaux1@verizon.net

House Members and Senators will be working out of their District Offices from August 6 to August 31. Now is the time to call for an appointment and meet with them in person. There is no more effective way to get your message out than a face to face meeting. You have the best chance of meeting directly with them during this month. However, if that is not possible, please arrange a meeting with their District Manager. Some of you may want to form groups for these meetings. It is usually easier to get appointments to meet with your legislators in groups of 3 or 4 constituents.

As you know, pro slaughter people are very organized and are out spreading their message. We MUST be louder!

Remember, WE ARE BARBARO’S VOICE….let it be heard!!

Thanks for all you do and have a great day!

Shelley and Debra

Nancy Jean

Sorry I thought that was you....I should have known better!!!

Shelley