Alex,

That was a great piece on Dan Hendricks. Thank you for the time you take to interview these wonderful people, then share their thoughts with us.

It is true what he said, "We feel for horses more than people typically know". Coming from the thoroughbred world as I do, these horses become a very important part of your life. You love them, worry about them, and mourn them, as you would any family member.

Skyler

I LOVE THAT POEM, GAVE ME TEARS IN MY EYES-- I THINK IT'S PERFECT!!!

ANYWAY, PAMELA --I LOVE, LOVE ROBERT REDFORD-- I DIDN'T REALIZE HE WAS THAT SHORT. WHEN I WAS A YOUNG GAL, I USE TO WRITE HIM LETTER. I'M TALKING YOUNG--LIKE 9 OR 10- WISH I HAD COPIES-- CAN'T IMAGINE WHAT I WOULD HAVE WRITTEN.

DEAR ROBERT, I LOVE YOU. LOL!!
HE'S A WONDERFUL MAN, I AGREE 150 PERCENT!!

PS- MY AUNT WENT TO COLLEGE WITH HIM FOR A YEAR, IT WAS A VERY LARGE SCHOOL THOUGH SO SHE DIDN'T KNOW HIM, THEN I THINK QUIT.

CHERYL
INDY
:>)

Sorry to hear about Mr Dixon's passing.

God bless him, his family and friends, especially Mr Matz.

"HEY EVERYONE......IMPORTANT HR503 INFORMATION

Just hung up the phone with John Hettinger. He is the gentleman that was the focus of the article in The Blood-Horse magazine. He is a member of the The Jockey Club, a trustee for the New York Racing Association and received a Special Eclipse Award in 2000. He is one of the leaders in the movement to ban horse slaughter.

I contacted his farm and, when I told them what I was calling about, they immediately gave me his direct number in Saratoga.

Told him about our group and that we wanted to help. He was very grateful and spent some time talking to me. We discussed the possibility of some of us going to Washington. He gave me the name and number of the person handling the public relations for this campaign and suggested that I call her and see if it would be something that she might want to put together.

We don't have much time so we need to act quickly.
Please let me know if any of you on the east coast would be willing to go to Washington for this cause. I'd like to have an approximate number before I speak to her.

I will be out for most of the afternoon. Could someone PLEASE repost this message throughout the day so we see what kind of response we get.
Then I'll call her tomorrow morning.

Thanks.

Posted by: ShelleyA at August 2, 2006 02:20 PM "

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

http://www.petitiononline.com/cares/

OK, Barbaromaniacs...

can't get a semi - but maybe a pickup truck. Would that do??? :) We'd have to warn Sam the Security Guard ahead of time so we are not politely asked to leave.

You all can see Dr. R...I just want a sneak peak at Barbaro...

Jazz, loved your story. Thanks so much for sharing.

So many posts...
so little time.

Healing to all,
Lyn G

Alex, sorry to hear about Mr. Dixon...will add his family to our prayer list...

I'm so sorry to hear about Mr. Dixon.

Condolences to Mike Matz and everyone at Fair Hill who had the privilege of knowing Mr. Dixon.

All of us at this site are saddened to hear about the passing of Mr. Dixon...it sounds as if we have all lost a very good friend of Fair Hill,
Dr. Fisher and Michael...They all will be in our prayers...

I love White Tigers they are my favorite wild animals. My goal some day is to get out to Las Vegas and see Seigfried and Roy's White Tigers. I understood immediately what Montezuma was doing when what happened to Roy happened. She was trying to remove him from what she perceived to be danger. Remove him as a momma cat removes her kitten. She did not mean to harm Roy. I was so relieved that they did not put the cat down. Seigfried and Roy are such great people for what they have done for the White Tigers and White Lions.

Sorry I know I got off track on something other then Barbaro but I just love White Tigers.

Sorry about Mr.Dixon. My condolences to his family and friends, especially Michael.

On a lighter note...I think...I hope they kept those big pussy cats away from our Bobby!

Jo

Lyn:

You still here?

MM

Alex,

Still predict a Pulitizer in your future!

Thanks for the link to John Hanchette's fantastic article on H.R. 503. I think Mr. H. should be the one to call Bob. Didn't someone talk to Mr. H earlier today or recently--surely we have a phone number for Mr. H?

Brenda

I DON'T CARE FOR THOSE CLAIMING RACES!! :>( WHEN THEY ARE SOLD OR CLAIMED FOR CHEAPER PRICES. I DON'T KNOW ALL THE DETAILS BEHIND THE SCENES THOUGH ABOUT CLAIMING RACES. REMEMBER IN "DREAMER" SHE WAS SO UPSET WHEN HER FILLY WAS CLAIMED.
CHERYL
INDY

I know my post got lost when the update posted...could someone please explain what claiming races are...and why are the dollar amounts different?

Jazz,

Beautiful story!

Hey, one day you make us laugh, the next day you make us cry. Like keeping us on an emotional roller coaster? Just kidding...Love everything you post.

Blessings to you,
Faith

Alex,

Thank you for the information as usual. I work alot during the day and can not respond with all the things that go on during the day. My prayers are with the Dixon Family.

As for the article on the Slaughter Bill it is very informative!!!!! I visited it yesterday and found a wonderful link to the Slaughter house near me in Texas. BE WARNED if you do visit it, it is very informative but also very GRAPHIC!!! I now REALLY know where I stand on this bill and I have been contacting everyone I can about it.

Barbaro.....YOU ARE SIMPLY THE BEST and we love you so much....keep sleeping, eating and nipping!!!

Believe in Barbaro!!!!!!!!!

HELLO SWEET BOBBY ...

AND HELLO ALL 'BOBBYHEADS' ...

I am sitting here with my www.horsehats.com "Barbaro" hat on my head and loving every minute of it! I feel like a part of him is with me, somehow. Is that crazy?

Of course, I am all caught up on the updates on our Dear One, and "How Sweet It Is" as another "Great One", Jackie Gleason, would say!!

I sent out another batch of emails for awareness of the petition including the link, so I hope it helps.

For names for Bobby's baby brother, I love "My Brother is Who?" and "Dr. Dean" ... they're my favorites.

Just an interesting sidenote to some of you who may not know ... I didn't until just yesterday, but when I first became 'addicted and obsessed' about Bobby and I found the Penn Vet site, I posted on that board and read up on everything I could about Bobby. I also saw a link where you could contribute to The Barbaro Fund and so I did do that also with no thought of anything in return.

Well, to my biggest surprise yesterday, when I picked up my mail, there was an envelope addressed to me with a return address of: Penn Veterinary Medicine - The Barbaro Fund. I hurriedly opened it up to find a "Thank You" card. The front of the card has that great great photo of Bobby winning the Derby with Edgar up blazing across the finish line with his mane, tail flying in the wind; this is the photo taken by Bill Franken/Sports Illustrated.

When I opened the card I read the following:

Thank you for your generous contribution to the Barbaro Fund. This fund has been designed to support the George D. Widener Hospital at New Bolton Center and will be used for treating animals like Barbaro and countless others in their time of need.

I was soooooooooooo deelighted to receive this that I immediately ran out to buy a frame for this 5x7 gorgeous photo. And so I did! A lovely all wooden frame the color of Bobby ... that deep rich chestnut.

When I got home, I wanted to keep the original intact so I made an exact 'copy' of the front of the card with my own printer/copier/scanner and it came out Purrrrr-fect! I framed it and hung it on my wall right next to another 8x10 of Bobby I had printed out a couple of weeks ago and framed, and Bobby is 'hanging' right next to all my beautiful framed photos of "Big Red". So I was then able to take the original card and put it back in its envelope and tuck it away in a file folder labeled "Barbaro."

So, if any of you needs an incentive to make a contribution to The Barbaro Fund, you now have it!!

So excited!!! My local news channel is doing a Barbaro Update tonight. KSDK channel 5. Our NBC affiliate.

Go Bobby Go!

Oh Linnie...I am so happy for you...and your donation will be used for so much good!

SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT DR. DIXON, HE SOUNDED LIKE A WONDERFUL MAN. GOSH, CAN'T BELIEVE HE WAS RESPONSIBLE FOR BRINGING DR. J TO PHILLY. SOUNDS LIKE HE REALLY LOVED SPORTS- A GREAT MAN!! MY PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS.

CHERYL
INDY

I DON'T CARE FOR THOSE CLAIMING RACES!! :>( WHEN THEY ARE SOLD OR CLAIMED FOR CHEAPER PRICES. I DON'T KNOW ALL THE DETAILS BEHIND THE SCENES THOUGH ABOUT CLAIMING RACES. REMEMBER IN "DREAMER" SHE WAS SO UPSET WHEN HER FILLY WAS CLAIMED.
CHERYL
INDY

Posted by: Cheryl From Indy at August 2, 2006 10:02 PM

Oh Cheryl ... I just saw "Dreamer" last weekend and that scene killed me. I couldn't believe what Ben had done and I wanted to scream ... luckily they were able to buy Sonjador back!!!

I have been lurking here for a long time and just wanted to Thank You Alex for your updates. Thank you to Peter, Micheal, The Jacksons, Dr. R and the staff at NBC for fighting for this horse and giving him a shot. My wife has not been able to understand my concern for Barbaro and always asks in a Carmela Soprano voice, "hows your horse today?" I'm glad to read so many of your great posts "Team Barbaro", keep up the good work.

Go Barbaro!

Jeff/Indy

Thanks Pamela ...

I am just so thrilled to be a part of this 'maniac' family and community! I forget all about time and food and almost everything !!

"HEY EVERYONE......IMPORTANT HR503 INFORMATION

Just hung up the phone with John Hettinger. He is the gentleman that was the focus of the article in The Blood-Horse magazine. He is a member of the The Jockey Club, a trustee for the New York Racing Association and received a Special Eclipse Award in 2000. He is one of the leaders in the movement to ban horse slaughter.

I contacted his farm and, when I told them what I was calling about, they immediately gave me his direct number in Saratoga.

Told him about our group and that we wanted to help. He was very grateful and spent some time talking to me. We discussed the possibility of some of us going to Washington. He gave me the name and number of the person handling the public relations for this campaign and suggested that I call her and see if it would be something that she might want to put together.

We don't have much time so we need to act quickly.
Please let me know if any of you on the east coast would be willing to go to Washington for this cause. I'd like to have an approximate number before I speak to her.

I will be out for most of the afternoon. Could someone PLEASE repost this message throughout the day so we see what kind of response we get.
Then I'll call her tomorrow morning.

Thanks.

Posted by: ShelleyA at August 2, 2006 02:20 PM "

Linnie...don't you love it when someone new pops in for a post...like Jeff/Indy...Hey Cheryl...you have some company...

OK ... this is NBR, meaning "Not Barbaro Related"

But, I just received this via email and just have to share it ... we all need a little laugh now and then:

I do not know if this is true, but it is funny as hell!
>
> Date: Tue, 1 Aug 2006 13:02:56 -0500
>
> Subject: Arkansas Woman Killed in Mistaken Rapture
>
>
> NO NEWS STORY CAN EVER TOP THIS ONE:
> By Elroy Willis
> ARKANSAS CITY (EAP) -- A Little Rock woman was killed yesterday after
> leaping through her moving car's sunroof during an incident best described as a
> "mistaken rapture" by dozens of eye-witnesses. Thirteen other people were
> injured after a twenty-car pile-up resulted from people trying to avoid hitting the
> woman, who was apparently convinced the rapture was occurring when she saw
> twelve people floating up into the air, and then passed a man on the side of
> the road who she believed was Jesus.
> "She started screaming `He's back! He's back!' and climbed out through the
> sunroof and jumped off the roof of the car," said Everet Williams, husband of
> 28-year-old Georgann Williams who was pronounced dead at the scene. "I was
> slowing down but she wouldn't wait till I stopped,"
> Williams said. She thought the rapture was happening and was convinced that
> Jesus was gonna lift her up into the sky," he went on to say.
> "This is the strangest thing I've seen since I've been on the force,"
> said
> Paul Madison, first officer on the scene. Madison questioned the man
> who looked like Jesus and discovered that he was on his way to a toga
> costume party, when the tarp covering the bed of his pickup truck came loose
> and released twelve blow-up sex dolls filled with helium, which then floated
> up
> into the sky.
> Ernie Jenkins, 32, of Fort Smith, who's been told by several of his
> friends that he looks like Jesus, pulled over and lifted his arms into the
> air in frustration and said "Come back," just as the Williams' car passed
> him, and Mrs. Williams was sure that it was Jesus lifting people up
> into heaven as they drove by him. "I think my wife loved Jesus more than
> she loved me," the widower said when asked why his wife would do such a
> thing.
> When asked for comments about the twelve sex dolls, Jenkins replied,
> "This is all just too weird for me. I never expected anything like
> this to happen."
>

Cheryl From Indy... THANKS Sometime things come to our minds when we least expect it. Someone suggested in a earlier posting that this is what we should call our group.

HORSE HANDS ACROSS AMERICA!
KEEP THE FAITH!

How sad about Mr. Dixon. What an amazing biography. It's his uncle for whom the facility was named that Barbaro is being treated in. I miss those wonderful old racing families who made up the long and storied history of racing that I grew up with.

Alex, Susan W., Sue W (are you two different people??), Laura, Faye and anyone else I missed, thank you for the info on laminitis vs. founder. I won't lose faith, I will think positively that if Dr. R uses the terms interchangeably in the case of this very special patient, that he knows his stuff ;)

I see there's another Jane here, so I'll sign as Jane in CT. (NANCY, you're in Hamden? I'm in Monroe...)

It was so nice to see Bobby and Dr. Dean even though the footage was much older (I think).

The piece ran about ten seconds, showed him moving in his stall (no sling) with Dr. Richardson, and reported that the right hind is healed enough to remove the cast but it won't be due to "swelling" in the left hind.

It did mention laminitis and that he was injured in the Preakness but, thankfully, showed not footage of the breakdown.

It was very upbeat altogether the tag line was "good news for Barbaro".

I sure do wish we had any recent photos of our boy.

Condolences to all who new Dr. Dixon.

Oops.

condolences to all who KNEW Dr. Dixon.

Linnie...I have now officially heard it all....

ALEX,

We're sorry to hear about Mr. Dixon. We'll include him in our thoughts and prayers.
Alex, you also posted an invitation if anyone wants to visit Fair Hill - I missed it, can you post it again?
Thanks as always OLLTB:-)

LINNIE,
I know how excited you are about the post card. I too donated to The Barbaro Fund and when I received the post card, I went out and bought a frame as well.

I thought it was very classy. Thank you NBC.

BARBARO - our dearest one...
We'll definitely plan a trip to come and see you and to personally thank everyone at NBC.
Will check in on you later.

TO ALL - in regard to the HR503, spoke with the WI reps this am, they will be giving us an idea of how their going to vote for us to post it here!!!!

God Bless,
Debra, WI

PLEASE HELP!!! Too UPSET to post, I'm "RileysGirl" at the following forum:

http://www.dmtc.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=3774&sid=e3dc04b3d4df0baa0489e806ce844087

email: jades4angels@msn.com

Take a look at this....

http://laminitis911.com/default.htm

I was reading up on laminitis just trying to better understand it and came across this. I wonder if this could prove to be true. Anyone familiar with laminitis, please comment.

First of all I want to say that the most important thing is that Barbaro gets better and gets healed. Secondly and I am hesitant to even talk about this but I will. When I got home the night of the Preekness race and I saw with horror Barbaro's breakdown I was so sad and then when they showed he had broken through the gate early. I was mad I really was I remember even saying out loud then why wasn't he scratched he should not have raced. I was upset with alot of people. Then I read a book about a horse named Ruffian. I learned alot about horse racing reading that book. Learned alot about the horses and alot about the people who work with the horses. One thing through out that book through every step of a horses life you learned was how much every person who came in contact with that horse loved that horse. Especially the special ones like Ruffian and Barbaro. I learned by reading that book about everything or at least alot of what goes into a horse racing and whether a horse races or not. There was a time in the book when they talked about how Ruffina had a splint but she ran anway they taped her up and she ran. Think about human athletes they do that from time to time ya tape it up and ya play anyway. Heck there was a football player once on the LA Rams Jack Youngblood broke his leg in a game went in got it taped up went back out there and played the rest of the game. Sometimes decisions are influenced by other outside things. Like the match race with Ruffian and with Foolish Pleasure. It was billed as she against he. Millions and millions of people wanted to see that race. Ruffian's trainer Frank he did not want her to run in that race. He wanted to wait til Fall to run her against the boys and he did not want it a one on one race. In those races both horses have to go all out the whole race. Her owners well they didn't really want to go against Frank's wishes but this was billed as such a huge race that well they felt they could not say no. Just think had they said no. Ruffian would not have died. But no one had anyway of knowing that she would get hurt.

Now I have no idea what happened at the Preekness other then our Barbaro broke down and now he is in a hospital fighting for his life. I still wish he had been scratched instead of running. But yet stop and think about that. We and nobody else knew that when he ran he would get hurt. We all wanted Barbaro to win the Preekness we all wanted Barbaro to be the next Triple Crown Winner. It would have been hard extremely hard for anyone to have scratched Barbaro because he broke through that gate. He was checked they said he was ok to race. Millions and millions of people wanted to see Barbaro run in the Preekness that day wanted to see him win. Sure looking back now we can say I wish they had scratched him. Just like Frank could look back and say I sure wish we had not ran Ruffian in that match race. But you never know how a race is going to end up til ya race it. I just want everyone who is part of Barbaro's team to know that I for one understand. I mean I don't know what happened who decided what but I understand it was never as simple as just scratching Barbaro from the Preekness. I was mad at first upset at first and yes those feelings were for the people who might have made those decisions the owners and the trainer. But after reading Burning from the Start about Ruffian and what happened there and how her people really did not want to race her in that match race but outside influence had alot to do with that decision. I understand now. I am no longer upset or mad at anyone. I hope my saying what I have said won't upset anyone I just wanted to explain my feelings on Barbaro.

My thoughts and my prayers are with Barbaro. My gratitude is so huge to the Jacksons his owners for giving Barbaro this chance this chance to live. God Bless Roy and Gretchen for loving this horse so. Michael Matz you are the best trainer a horse could possibly have. You and Peter you go and visit Barbaro every day. Your love for Barbaro is always present. Edgar Prado you love Barbaro also it was your quick thinking that saved Barbaro. God Bless you for that. I learned in reading about Ruffian how much every person involved with a horse loves that horse. That is why I want to know that the groomer and the hot-walker get to see Barbaro.

I love Barbaro. The nation loves Barbaro. People loved Ruffian. The nation loved Ruffian. We lost Ruffian we will not lose Barbaro!!!!!

I really would highly recommend to anyone who is interested in learning about horse racing to read Burning From the Start. Yes it is a sad story at the end. But the pages up til then will show you the love and caring that goes into these precious horses from the moment they are born.

Believe In Barbaro
Believe In Miracles
Belive in Dr. R

Again thank you to Roy and Gretchen Jackson for allowint Barbaro to live. Thank you to Michael Matz and to Peter Brette for being Barbaro's friends as well as trainers. I read about the pain that Frank went through with what happened to Ruffian. It helps me to understand all the pain and what you all are going through. But this story will have a happy ending. Barbaro is going to make it cause Barbaro is a fighter and he is strong and he is smart. He is smart God Bless Barbaro anyway he knew to hold his leg up he knew not to keep running on it. Ruffian God Bless Her she knew how to run and she just kept running and running even when she came out of the anesthesia.

I just wanted to share my feelings. I just want Barbaro to heal that is what I pray for and that is what I light candles for. Just like Barbaro I will not give up. I will be here for Barbaro and for the Jacksons and everyone else on team Barbaro til he walks out of that hospital and some day he will do that.

Hay again...I gotta go fix dinner...will check back later on...

Prayers for our boy, his connections, caregivers, the gangs @ TW & KF, Mike Rea & family, Mr. Dixon's family & friends, & all you other Barbaromaniacs...

Just read Linnie's post...and I guess it's really true that truth is stranger than fiction!..still shaking my head *LOL*

Sorry to hear about Mr. Dixon..sounds like he was much loved and will be greatly missed.

Hey sweetie pie...just want to say hi to you and I'd give you a hug and a scratch behind the ears if I could...keep on keeping on Barbaro baby..you are so loved!

HI JEFF, IT'S SO NICE TO HAVE AN INDY FRIEND!! HAVE YOU LIVED HERE LONG? :>)

LINNIE, IT'S FUNNY, I HAVE ANOTHER GOOD ONLINE FRIEND WE CALL LINNIE FROM UPSTATE NY. I LOVED THAT MOVIE SO MUCH-- I WAS SO HAPPY AND SHOCKED WHEN THEY GOT HER FILLY BACK. ALSO BIG KUDOS TO YOU FOR DONATING TO THE BARBARO FUND.

LOVE AND PRAYERS TO BOBBY AND EVERYONE-
CHERYL
INDY
:>)

Jeff-That is ok, I get that all the time at work, "how is your horse doing" since they witnessed me with tears flowing down my face three weeks ago behind my office dooor when the "L" word came up and I quietly sat here til my "backspace" button stuck from all the tears. They now know what a presence Barbaro is, and see and hear about it locally.Execpt for the insensitive compliance lawyer that sits in the office next to me who asked, "is he dead yet"..I will never forget that inhumane and lack of sensitivity comment. He has paid dearly of late for that one...as someone said here, never talk human stuff to him, he just does not get, dad of three kids, no pets though.

Oops again.

Mr. Dixon. He sounds like he was an extraordinary gentleman.

My apologies that my typing skills are so poor.

Linnie,
your posts have made me smile. Definately different smiles for each, but smiles are always good.

PLEASE HELP!!! Too UPSET to post, I'm "RileysGirl" at the following forum:

http://www.dmtc.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=3774&sid=e3dc04b3d4df0baa0489e806ce844087

email: jades4angels@msn.com

This is at DelMar!

Linnie...I have now officially heard it all....

Posted by: Pamela at August 2, 2006 10:24 PM

Yes, so have I, Pam ... but it's still funny, true or not! LOL

And welcome to Jeff/Indy, the 'lurker-turned-poster' ... always good to see a new 'face' here!

And to Debra in Wisconsin, YES, YES it was so very classy of NBC to send us these cards ... actually it's even better than a postcard because it's a regular half-fold greeting card with 4 sides. Anyway, it's so appreciated and thoughtful and I'm now looking at our Dear Bobby racing across that line and I keep envisioning him being healthy on ALL FOURS again ... racing or not, it doesn't matter one bit as long as he's happy and healthy and enjoying LIFE!!

Hi everyone...'
Pamela, I'm with you, and haven't seen a response yet to your question about claiming races....
anyone care to jump in and explain?

I'm having panic attack ...please tell me what to say to address the above posts. PLEASE. jades4angels@msn.com

for pamela that asked what claimers were...horses run in races where they have the best chance of winning, or picking up a piece of the purse (money) which usually is through 5th place.

they go as follows, most elite horses to not:
-stakes horses
-allowance horses
-claimers

claimers means that the horse is "for sale" during the race, and someone can put in a bid to purchase the horse before the race runs. Claiming prices normally range from $62,500, $50,000, $45000, $40,000, $32,000, $25,000 and below. in some cases, they run as low as $6,000 in "fair meets.

Can anyone else chime in and help?

OK ...I've been ignored since I began posting here and now this? I don't understand.

Well, I got a real surprise today. Went to my Congressman Michael Fitzpatrick's office hoping to see an aid or leave a message cause I never got a response to my e-mail. AND, the congressman was THERE. We spent a few minutes discussing the issue and he is a supporter of the bill and has been from the beginning. He also assured me that he would not be one of the representatives withdrawing his support. Told him the idea of maybe going to Washington and he said it wasn't a bad idea. And to keep him posted in that becomes a reality.

Feel like I got something accomplished today and maybe we CAN make a difference.

For those of you that didn't see my post of this morning, Karen from Las Vegas was kind enough to repost it at 10:15PM. Thanks, Karen.

And thanks to Jo Edwards who made sure it was posted during the day for new arrivals.

Just wanted to have an idea of how many would be interested in going to Washington before I call John Hettinger's public relations person.
Don't have a date and don't even know if it will happen but if it does, I would imagine it would be September 5 or 6th.

My deepest sympathy to the family and loved ones of Mr. Dixon. He will now live in their hearts forever. I will keep you in my prayers.

Linnie, I could just feel your excitment about the thank you card from New Bolton! How awesome is that!! This should definitely spark some donations! Payday is just around the corner!!

Mary Langkamp, I hope you can get to Las Vegas to see the white tigers. They are breathtakingly beautiful! The Mirage also has a dolphin habitat that is really cool. Come on out, we'd love to have ya!

LINNIE, IT'S FUNNY, I HAVE ANOTHER GOOD ONLINE FRIEND WE CALL LINNIE FROM UPSTATE NY. I LOVED THAT MOVIE SO MUCH-- I WAS SO HAPPY AND SHOCKED WHEN THEY GOT HER FILLY BACK. ALSO BIG KUDOS TO YOU FOR DONATING TO THE BARBARO FUND.

I just felt so helpless, Cheryl, that anything I could do made ME feel better, so donating to The Barbaro Fund was actually a selfish act, but I know it's also going to help other animals like Bobby, too.

My 'real' name is Linda but, as you can see, there are a lot of Lindas 'everywhere' so I 'adopted' Linnie instead and I like it!! Thanks!!

Deborah,
If you are asking how to respond to the jerk who commented on most of the signaturees being from women - tell him that is because women have hearts and actually care about the horse and not just the money involved in seeing them run.

Sorry if you have felt ignored.

Deborah,

Is that obnoxious person illiterate? It clearly says "The part of the turf where he broke down needed to be repaired," Dickinson said. "I wanted to repair it right, not quickly. There was no divot. The turf there was 'toupeed.' It was flipped back."

Linnie, I could just feel your excitment about the thank you card from New Bolton! How awesome is that!! This should definitely spark some donations! Payday is just around the corner!!

YES, YES, YES, Karen in Las Vegas ... and that's exactly WHY I posted what I did! It's a beautiful keepsake for a wonderful cause!!

Deborah,
What happend?

Debra, WI

Linnie,
your posts have made me smile. Definately different smiles for each, but smiles are always good.

Posted by: mish future vet tech St. Louis, MO at August 2, 2006 10:30 PM

Thank you, mish future vet tech ... it doesn't matter how the smiles arrive, as long as they do ... that's all that matters!! And this wonderful site and Bobby are giving me many many reasons to smile these days!!

sorry Deborah I went over and read what they said I would help you out but I am not sure what you should say either. I guess it is mostly women's signatures cause we here are mostly women.

Sorry that you feel ignored. It is somewhat clicky on here alot. I think if they answered people other then just each other people wouldn't get so upset about the chatting that goes on. I no longer care about the chatting and I just post what I want I usually post to Barbaro. Please stay here though people do read your post. I know how you feel. All are welcome here. We just need to be more considerate of making people feel they belong.

Thank you (((Laura))) and (((Brenda))) ...will reply to the insensitive and IGNORANT posts when I calm down.

Linda Lee wrote: .. great idea maybe Kennett Florist can help.>>

Yep, I can call Rachel. Maybe they can recommend a really good place or snoop around NBC and find out if our Doc R has a fave place. I think they'd probably have no problem getting the gift card and delivering it for us..They're really terrific people..They will set up a special account just for that..

>>> (Maybe we Bobby fans can sing to them outside the restaurant window. Envision that, a lot like the heifer being chased by the Doctor. Still can't get that out of my mind.)>>

LOL! I love it! Then again, I'm not in the mood to get arrested in PA..

OK, I'll call in the next few days - we still have lots of time...

>>HORSE HANDS ACROSS AMERICA!
KEEP THE FAITH!>>

AMEN!!

I watched the TODAY Show just now and that video with Dr. Richardson and Barbaro looks like another old piece. He has a cast on his laminitic foot, and in that piece he had no cast. Plus I saw that footage before. When are they going to show something new?

GOOD NIGHT BARBARO
HAVE A GOOD NIGHT AND SLEEP WELL SO YOU GET YOU STRENGTH.WILL CHECK ON YOU IN THE MORNING. LOVE YOU

BETTY AND BOB PHOENIX

Deborah... please, help me to understand...I went to the site and saw you posted a petition link...then someone posted a comment about the signers being all women ...blah blah blah...what is going on?

Deborah,

It is so cool that you are getting out there with the petition! Guess that obnoxious guy doesn't realize that more women vote than men too!

Please don't get me wrong, there are plenty of men who love and care for the horses and not just the money but that jerks comment about how most of the fans of racing are men is just ignorant. There are plenty of women racing fans, but perhaps there are MORE women who are there because they love the horses than there are men. And perhaps there are more men there that are interested in the money involved. I have no proof of this of course but someone commented on this site earlier that there were not too many men here -- why is that. Just a thought, not meant to start anything.

Hi, Jane:

Yes, Susan W and Sue W ARE two different people!!

It's hard to keep all the Susan's and Sue's straight sometimes!!

Barbaro fans here's the newly updated version of "Bobby's poem (for Bobby, his Jacksons, Mike rea & his family, Edgar, Michael, Team Barbaro at NBC, and Alex who makes it possible) Thanks for your inspirational support.

~~~~~Barbaro's Recovery Road~~~~~
by WM & CL, & Barbaro Jackson's Insight

Another day that goes into night -
Our Barbaro "Bobby" continues his fight!
Powerful will and spirit so strong -
Keeps healing right as time marches along!

The resounding cadence he clearly hears -
Turns prayerful tears back to joyful cheers!
Stable and comfortable, caring and able-
Now he is greater than legend Clark Gable.

This Hero brings nations to vigilant prayer-
and his GOOD NEWS travels faster than air!
Peoples voices heard far and wide-
Cheering our "Bobby" on his new ride!

Songs of praise ring through our land-
Adapts to his sling with a helping hand!
Loving nuzzles Team Barbaro returns-
Wiser and smarter than man, "Bobby" learns!

He's captured our hearts and given us Hope-
Be soldier or child, he helps everyone Cope!
Setbacks in life will only be fleeting-
As Barbaro "Bobby" hears our song's greeting!

Raises us all to stand on mountain tops --
Barbaro's Recovery Road never stops.
Mystifying faith, he walks on stormy seas-
O' Lael legs move gracefully as you please.

Glimpses of him in us, inside ledge's boulders-
'We are strong when we are on your shoulders.'
Moving slowly, trotting faster, eager to see-
Keeps raising us up greater than we can ever be!

Our Barbaro's REcovery Road may be long -
His hero's heart rhythms inspire poetic song!
Ambassadors from all states must unite-
Campaigning for Barbaro's toughest fight!

One that will change horseracing forever -
Horse and Jockey athletes safer together!
Make up your mind and do what you must-
For our Barbaro's sake, he's asking your trust!

"Citizens unite" says Barbaro's voice-
Show Congress Track Safety is the right choice!
Eleven thousand strong daily visit this site.
No small feat in facing Barbaro's plight!

Help make a difference, heed Barbaro's call-
When this goes before Congress this coming Fall.
Take time to review all the facts of this case-
Go to Petition Online thinking with grace.

What if I had to travel Recovery's Road too?-
How would I make things better for you?
Won't you please take some time to stop in?
Where positive difference helps Barbaro win!

Recovery Road may appear seemingly long-
But our Barbaro continues to keep us strong.
"The pen is mighter than the sword", once said.
Rest easier now "Bobby" comfortably in bed!

Reporters and journalists are helping out too-
Spreading GOOD NEWS on campaign's trail for you.
Come join voices and hands with our Barbaro-
Be his ambassadors to correct life's "uh oh"!
Change for better, Recovery's Road new name-
Help Barbaro with us make our new claim!

Our Congress listens and understands-
What is needed for Track Safety in our lands!
Two hundred thousand plus travel page views-
as Tim Woolley Racing keeps spreading good news!

Barbaro's Recovery Road may be long-
with adoring fans keeping Barbaro strong.
Beyond the prayers must our pensmanship speak-
Help make our horse athletes safer every week!

Thousands can make all the difference today-
Sign the petiton while Barbaro munches top hay!
He thanks you with nods, bows, and a wink-
For making his day while all of you think!

What if I had to travel recovery's road too?
How would I make things better for you?
Remember Michael's Miracle as all of us pray-
Keep lighting those candles each night and day!

Whispering Barbaro to heal better than ever!
Reminding Team Barbaro 'Never Say Never.'
Listen, there's whispers 'Don't You Quit!'
Not on our watch while all of us sit!

Watch Miracles happen on Recovery's Road
Let Mike Rea's and Barbaro's stories be told!
Lightens our spirits, we breathe easier now-
while GOOD NEWS spreads like wildfire, WOW!

Raise up your voices and sing us a song-
as Barbaro's & Mike's Recovery Road is long!
Send your GOOD WISHES and special gifts today-
While Barbaro eats special Lael grass and hay!

More than prayer, we now must all think-
Save our horse racing athletes from the brink!
Of broken down horses, we will talk no more-
as it's time for "Bobby" to snooze and snore!

YOU CAN MAKE the greatest difference for him-
Sign that petition Online helps Barbaro win!
A new kind of race so pick up your pace-
Come in and visit and show us your face!

Stop "Oh No's" and "Uh Oh's" before they begin-
Barbaro's campaign travels where noone has been!
Small step for horses, one giant step for men-
Start today with a click of a key instead of when?

Change Recovery's Road name to Better Road soon-
Time is of essence as this day approaches noon!
Takes but a moment, a flashback in time-
Moments keep passing, hearing Barbaro's chime!

Go if you must, but remember these words-
Make Racing Tracks safer for thoroughbred herds!
Todays Hopes are Tomorrow's Can Dos-
Jockeys and Horses need to hear the good news!

America cares, how much will that be?
Putting words into action for citizens to see-
Campaign for Barbaro until we make a difference!
Recovery Road is our Better Road with reverence!

Go to www.petitiononline.com/cares/petition.html
(www.campaignforbarbaro) Thanks Alex for helping us help you. We need more Barbaro Ambassadors folks. We have them from Wisconsin, Florida, and New Hampshire. We're still working on California and Maryland. Whatever talented gifts you have we need your support from the rest of the fifty states son contact Deb L. at www.campaignforbarbaro.com (contact section) and tell us your story why Barbaro Means SO MUCH TO YOU!!! Remember Barbaro's motto: Many hands make light work and while he recovers we're campaigning for him until we make a difference!!
Come aboard with us concerned people. A few from each of our 50 states can help achieve the impossible, living the dream of seeing Barbaro come back safely home!

Never mind Deborah...I have the right Jerk...I see...Yeah he was a real dud (not dude)...and the guy had an eyeball for an avatar...what is up with that...like he can dictate anything to anybody...

Thank you Alex for the Dan Hendricks interview. His thoughts about Barbaro are truly appreciated. Also, thank you for the Cozy Guy story. How sad but yet heartwarming. There are so many WONDERFUL horse owners and trainers.

My prayers for the Dixon family.

re: the horse slaughter ban. I mistakenly thought the vote would be to uphold the ban. But after reading the information provided today, it's possible that it won't happen. We must keep up the pressure and let our opinion be known - again & again. We must make sure that all those who oppose the ban know that they will get booted out of office next election.

Also - as a reminder - please check out the Petition about safer race track surfaces. If you can agree, please sign.

http://www.petitiononline.com/cares/petition.html

Janice

Sorry Deborah...you're not being ignored and it's far from clicky here...sometimes posts get missed or as in this case it takes a while to find out what's going on over there.

I'll go and check out what's upsetting you so much.

Jo

regarding the posters on the downside of racing claimers, you have obviously been sucked into the hollywood story....even arron spelling ran claimers, we all do, please, again don't start beating your chests, lamenting and wailing about what you don't know.

claimers means that the horse is "for sale" during the race, and someone can put in a bid to purchase the horse before the race runs. Claiming prices normally range from $62,500, $50,000, $45000, $40,000, $32,000, $25,000 and below. in some cases, they run as low as $6,000 in "fair meets.

OK, I just learned something new ... I didn't know that someone wanting to 'claim' a horse must put in a bid BEFORE the race. Well then, how can someone know if it WANTS to bid on a horse UNTIL they can watch him/her run in that race? What am I missing here because it seems 'backwards' to me. Enlighten me, please!!!! Thank you!!

Mary, Just catching up on posts. I also would love to know is Barbaro's hot walker and groom have been able to see him. I know they had to have spent a lot of quality time with him.

Also, anyone know why they lions and tigers are at NBC?

Deborah and Pamela,
Maybe that jack ass should stop making comments and just sign the petition (that is if he REALLY cares). How embarassing for him to have made such an ignorant comment.

G'morning Barbaroooooooooo!

g'morning, y'all!

Thanks, Alex, Eliza, Tim, for the updates!

sorry to read of Mr. Dixon's passing.

Deborah,

Don't take his posts personally..you are doing a great good deed for the sport and the athletes.

WWBD "What would Barbaro Do?"

Our little Chipper Nipper!

Brenda

Barbara Kerr ...would you please explain to me what a claiming race is...I watch horse racing all day...I see that there are claiming races...I have I good idea what they are, but would like an explanation from someone who knows...

SHELLEY A -
We all thank you for all you do.
You do work hard Shelley.
We appreciate you so...

Debra, WI

BARBARA KERR...I HOPE MY QUESTION TO YOU ISN'T LOST!

I WATCH CLAMING RACES SOME ON THE WEEKEND ON 602--THE HORSE RACING CHANNEL. I GOT THE IMPRESSION, THAT SOME WANT TO SELL THEIR HORSES FOR CHEAPER, BUT OTHERS WANT TO JUST RACE THEIR HORSES, HOPING TO WIN, RATHER THAN GETTING CLAIMED.-- SOMETHING LIKE THAT. I DON'T WATCH THE CLAIMING RACES AS CLOSELY, BUT A LOT OF THEM GO FOR PRETTY CHEAP WHICH IS SURPRISING - LIKE WAS SAID ABOVE -- $50,000 - 30,000. I WANT ONE!! :>)

LOVE AND PRAYERS FOR BOBBY,
CHERYL

TLC...how dare you...that is a blatant insult to jackasses everywhere...demand you use another insult...

FOR PAMELA ...

Barbara Kerr did respond:

"...claimers means that the horse is "for sale" during the race, and someone can put in a bid to purchase the horse before the race runs. Claiming prices normally range from $62,500, $50,000, $45000, $40,000, $32,000, $25,000 and below. in some cases, they run as low as $6,000 in "fair meets."

TO DEBORAH & ALSO MARY LANGKAMP - I really understand your feelings because I certainly don't feel like one of the "in crowd" either...but I stay and say what I feel JUST FOR THE LOVE OF BARBARO...maybe all the others who feel somewhat out of the clique should speak up...
However, in defense of others, there are an incredible amount of posts here and many (including me) can't possibly have time to read them all...and sometimes people who might actually respond to what you said aren't reading/posting at the time...that's happened to me several times, and also since I was home all day and read an incredible amount here, I found some answers to something I'd written long afterward...so I guess some people DO read everything. Too many messages, not enough time...and some folks to email each other to try to keep the site to the basis issues.
KEEP COMING BACK - BARBARO NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT!
Nancy

Hola Barbaro !

Always thinking about you !

Pamela, you are right although I meant on the human kind of jackasses not the animal kind. How about "ignorant fool who wouldn;t know his ass from a hole in the ground"??

Better??? :)

TLC,

I'm skeptical about the information presented in the laminitis/911 website. First, I would be very concerned about the management of any barn that is reporting a 10% laminitis/founder rate. This is an extremely high percentage and leads me to believe that something is being mismanaged, such as the feeding program. Second, although I do believe nutritional supplements can assist hoof growth or repair, the website does not state what additional changes were made in the care/feeding of the horses such as feed products that are lower in protien or carbs or whether an experienced farrier had been contracted. Third, the fact that the amount of grain being fed was reduced, this in itself could very well have caused the decline in new founder cases as well as making the current foundered horses feel better. Fourth, the coffin bone will remodel to accomodate its new position within the hoof capsule with or without supplements. Additionally, the website states, "These were verified through tests taken in the field by a company as large as Purina." Why don't they give the actual company that did the testing?

Just my thoughts on the info...

Ruler Of The Wind...

The wind knows you..
The wind loves you..
The wind has kissed you..
and you..dark wonder horse.. have danced with the wind..

The wind misses you...
The wind sings to you each day
Breathing life ..healing and health so softly..whispering...
That she longs to dance with you again..

Yet at this time, when that dance has
become a cherished memory in your mind..
It still.. is... with ... you...
It caresses your body gently where you sleep..
and.. heal...and dream ..

She lulls you to peaceful rest..
Whistles softly...sweetly..
She will always be with you..
and you with her..
Sweet Barbaro.. ruler of the wind..

I am so lost...Thank you Barbara Kerr...I didn't see it posted...I usually lose posts when the last update comes up...

Linnie, I am having trouble understanding....you have to go slow...who puts up the money? I mean if you want to claim a horse, you put up a bid...and the horse doesn't win...are horses claimed no matter how they finish? I really don't know how it works...

Joyce,

Thank you for your input. There is so much information out there that sometimes it is hard to ascertain what is real. I guess the old adage "if it seems to good to be true, then it probably is" would most likely apply in this case.

Jo,

That was beautiful!!!

Barbaro Ruler of the Wind!!!!

Believe in Barbaro

Love,
MArla, Cody & Nic

Mary Langkamp, Thank you so much for understanding! I don't post often simply because I can't keep up with how quickly the board moves and admittedly, I have felt a bit of an "outsider." Bottom line is I've absolutely fallen in love with Barbaro and finally found a place here where updates are regularly posted ...for which I'm most thankful. I've also become extremely heart sick over the horrible breakdowns and greed in the industry. I'm doing everything within my reach to offer support and become an active voice and heart for the Thoroughbreds and those who truly love them. If and when I may get to know the members here, I'll offer the same love and support to them as well. I offer mine, and welcome the friendships of everyone!

PAMELA & DEBORAH, DID I MISS SOMETHING? DID SOMEONE SAY SOMETHING RUDE TO YOU GALS? MY EYES SUCK SO SOME OF THE LONG POSTS, I SKIM.

BARBARA, I KNOW CLAIMING RACES ARE GOOD IN MANY SITUATIONS. I'M SURE MANY OF THE HORSES GO ONTO BETTER HOMES, TRAINERS ETC... IT JUST SEEMS THERE ARE SO MANY CLAIMING RACES ON THE HORSE RACING CHANNEL.

LOVE & PRAYERS,
CHERYL

Nancy in CT...you are so a member of the Carrot Posse...

Wm & CL

The poem is delightful and yet very informative.
Thank you!!

Wish I had such talent.

Janice

Linnie

People who claim horses do their research in advance. They study the horses record and stats. The must put their claim in before the race. If there is more than one person trying to claim the same horse, they actually roll dice to see who wins...it's called "shaking" for it.

For those of you that are not that familiar, claiming races are the most common. They are the only place most horses can race with a chance of winning. Allowance races and stakes races are for better horses. Sometimes horses start in claimers and prove themselves to be more special and can move into allowance or stake races. And sometimes it goes the other way, horses start out in allowance or stakes races and can't compete so they move down to claimers.
Two of my horses run in claimers. It's where they belong and all I can do is cross my fingers and pray they don't get claimed.

Some people drop them down into cheaper claimers because they want to get rid of the horse.

I hope this helped a little.

Pamela???

Cheryl from Indy...I know, the posts are flying by...Brenda referred us to a forum where she posted our petition and some guy gave her a hard time...we just had her back, so to speak...

Deborah,

I think that the reason that there are so many women's signatures are on the petition is that it was started by someone here then posted here was the request for signatures.

Have you noticed that virtually everyone here is a woman? I know that when I forwarded the site to people it went primarily to women as most of my friends are lady types.

I would ask Alex what the feeling is amongst trainers, owners, jockeys, etc. and ask why they haven't signed if they are supportive of the switch.

Don't know what else to say but,

Go Barbaro! we love you and pray for your healing.

PAM, I THINK THE HORSES ARE CLAIMED NO MATTER WHAT- IF YOU PUT IN A BID AND WIN, THAT HORSE BABY IS YOURS!!! :>)

CHERYL

Hi TLC...my speed reading is failing me now...that is for sure...did you call?

Deborah,

Just to let you know - I post when I have the time and sometimes get a response and sometimes not. If you feel like an outsider - then I guess I'm one too.

Janice

TO DEBORAH & ALSO MARY LANGKAMP - I really understand your feelings because I certainly don't feel like one of the "in crowd" either...but I stay and say what I feel JUST FOR THE LOVE OF BARBARO...maybe all the others who feel somewhat out of the clique should speak up...
However, in defense of others, there are an incredible amount of posts here and many (including me) can't possibly have time to read them all...and sometimes people who might actually respond to what you said aren't reading/posting at the time...that's happened to me several times, and also since I was home all day and read an incredible amount here, I found some answers to something I'd written long afterward...so I guess some people DO read everything. Too many messages, not enough time...and some folks to email each other to try to keep the site to the basis issues.
KEEP COMING BACK - BARBARO NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT!
Nancy

Posted by: Nancy in CT at August 2, 2006 10:57 PM

OK, I need to say something here that is being completely misunderstood ...

From what I can see, there are NO CLIQUES here on this site ... believe me I am VERY familiar with what they are and how they work, but that is NOT what is going on here at all.

We need to understand that some of the people who post here do so quite frequently during the day and evening and have, therefore, become friendly with others who do the same thing. That is NOT a clique ... that IS an exchange of friendly 'chat' on an open forum where EVERYONE ELSE is invited to participate.

If some people are INFREQUENT posters and 'read more than write', then there are times when they might 'feel' they are being 'ignored', but that is not the case; it's just that other posters are already involved in an exchange of dialogue.

Also, and this might sound 'harsh' but it's a fact ... we cannot be 'handholders' here and cater to each person's sensitivities or be made to feel guilty by manipulation of someone else. No one is ignoring ANYONE here, from what I have seen. This is one of THE friendliest most accepting groups of people on message boards, so let's not start an "Us vs. Them" situation, please.

If someone posts something that is of interest to you, JUMP IN, contribute, participate and post. But also remember that this site is getting HIT HARD and the posts are flying by fast and furiously at times ... not everyone is going to 'see' and respond to every single one of someone's posts. Plenty of mine have been overlooked NOT intentionally but by oversight and I'm sure I've done the same UNintentionally.

That's all I have to say ... PEACE, LOVE AND MAKE NICE!!

Pamela,

Here is some information on claiming races;

http://www.lrc.ky.gov/kar/811/001/035.htm

Sorry...Deborah...Yeesh...I am sorry...Deborah (not Brenda)...

PS- THEY AREN'T BABIES, DON'T WANT TO CONFUSE ANYONE- ON THE CLAMING BIT. I CALL ALL MY PETS "MY BABIES"!!

:>)

LOVE & PRAYERS,
CHERYL

DEBORAH, WE LOVE ALL BOBBY FANS HERE.

GOTTA RUN FOR NOW,

LOVE & PRAYERS,
CHERYL
:>)

Wow...Lynda...thank you...have marked it so I can read later...thank you so much...can barely keep up with posts...

Claiming races are part of the territory. All races have "conditions" and trainers read condition books for each track to find races for their horses. Conditions can include "mares and fillies 3 years old and up who have not won 2 races" or it could be have not won 2 races in 6 months - etc.

Owners or trainers looking for a new horse, will follow some horses careers, or will read the entries for each day, watch the horse they may want in the paddock, then put in a claiming slip. At the end of that race, the horse belongs to whomever claimed it (the previous owner gets the winnings if there are any and the "sale/claiming" price.) If the horse breaks down - the person who claimed it, still gets it. If more than one person puts in a claiming slip for the same horse, they draw numbers to see who gets the horse.

Claiming races are the most run races. They are not the high stakes races, but the way most trainers, owners, etc. make their living. Alot of excellent horses have run in claiming races - because those are the only "conditions" they met on their climb to the top. A trainer/owner just hopes their horse won't be claimed so that the horse can be eligible for better races with different "conditions".

The trick is to run the horse in a spot where he/she won't be claimed. For example - if the horse hasn't run in several months, and is run back in a cheap claiming race, people may not claim it because they think it is sore.

It gets more involved, but those are the basics. Claiming races are just part of the game/sport.

owners and trainers pick the races for their horses, they are called conditioning books (i think ,can't remember right now), it states how many wins the horse has to have to qualify to enter in the race, amount of times between wins, it's very well planned, and remember all, horse racing is a commodity business. you run horses where they have the best chance of picking up some purse money. we used to strategize with our trainer every two weeks when the book came out as to where we wanted to run our horses, sometime you have a good horse who is ousnd, you don't want to drop it in price, but see a chance to win, other times, you have to make the decision to determine if you're ready to let a horse go if someone picks it up. it's a business person's game. hope that helps and fr the most part, claimers make up about 80% of the card.

some of my best friends are claimers.

Pamela, Your welcome. I have a problem keeping up with all the posts too, so I wind up not posting much because I am too busy reading!

Another thought on the horse slaughter bill. I don't know if anyone has suggested this or not, but we should also contact our local news programs and radio stations. Doing so may help spread the word.

Gosh...finally got your comment...YES TLC...it was much better...LOL

God Bless Mr. Dixon. It sounds as though he was a wonderful man and did many wonderful things. What a legacy he leaves.

thanks, jd. good explanation of the positive side of this biz.

Pamela

If a horse is claimed, it doesn't matter the order of finish. If the horse wins, the old owner collects the purse money but no longer owns the horse....it immediately leaves with the new owner's trainer. Many people have lost their horses and then claimed them back!! It's a strange game and if you are new to it, can be very confusing to understand.

Deborah...the guy's obviously a (just deleted that, don't want Alex banning me from here!) an ignorant moron (and I'm being nice!)

Couple of the people over there seem to be missing the point! :-/

Jo

Hello Everyone - I just got home from work - I'm tired!!!

Bobby - a good report from KF - thanks girls!!!
Lions and Lioness - Bobby you must be so excited - maybe a bear and tiger will show up - the scene will be complete. xxoo and scratchies!

Aunty Sally

Pamela, just seeing if you were still here. Did you see my response to your comment about my jackass comment?? It was just another smart remark so you can ignore if you want.

People like that poster on the other site just make me so angry. Like I said, amybe he should just sign the petition and stop commenting - no one wants to hear negative commentary anyways. Besides, who care who signs the petiton (men or women) as long as it gets recognized as important.

Stepping off of my soapbox now

FOR PAMELA AND SHELLY A

Pam, I didn't know anymore than you do but Shelly just explained it perfectly .... please read her post addressed to me.

To Shelly ...

OK, thanks for the great explanation, but now I have another question ... you said that you run your horses in claiming races because "that's where they belong". I understand that part but then you said you "cross your fingers" that they don't get claimed.

So, are you saying that just BECAUSE you enter your horses in claiming races, they are AUTOMATICALLY up for sale, whether you want them to be or not? So, there is no way you can PREVENT your horses from being claimed if they're entered in a claiming race? Am I getting this?

If that's so, then I understand the movie "Dreamer" a little better and now realize why Ben Crane had to race Sonjador in that claiming race ... it was the only shot he had and he had to 'pray' that she wasn't claimed which, we all know, she WAS claimed and that's why "Cale" was so upset with her father.

Do I have all this down right?

Barbara Kerr...I like the "some of my best friends are claimers" sign off...I will tell you this...you cannot be a dummie and be a claimer...that is for sure...People in horse racing are smart as a whip...pardon the pun...You have to be to figure out all of these strategies...Even if you aren't a claimer...you still have to strategize which races to put your horse in ...how often to run the horse ...etc...Horse racing is turning out to be one of the most complex sports I have ever seen...

Alex, I want to echo Skyler's thoughts. I think it's awesome that you take the time to interview these people. I enjoy reading the posts immensely. You really have a cool life! Having said that, I hope you are able to keep cool through this heat wave. It's been awful and I live in northern Michigan!!

I had no idea about the claimer race thing til I watched Dreamer. In that movie it did say the claim has to be made before the race starts. That is why the dad thought it was safe that no one would claim a horse that had had a broken let. But are those just certain races??? Cause in that movie it also said that every horse every day is for sale. But does that mean even the big races like the Kentucky Derby or does that mean just claim races??

Now I'm wondering, Was the petition started by someone here?

My feeling on synthetic surfaces is simply that every other sport tries out the best and latest safety products available. Why should horse racing be exempt? Because the horses can't say, "hey that track is crap today and I ain't playing"?! Well then WE have to say it for them.

I am sick of the shoulder shrug and the "it's part of the game" answer from racing folks.

my 2 cents.

Laura in Key West....TREKIES...THAT'S IT!....LOLOLOLOL

I think you can set a claiming price for a horse, can't you? Then there is a less chance of the horse being claimed. I noticed that a couple of horses that Michael Matz has entered in claiming races had claiming prices over and above the purse money. I would assume most people wouldn't bother claiming a horse for that much unless they were desperate.

Nancy in CT ...thanks to you for being a friend! My thanks also to others who replied. OK, I'm going to gather my thoughts, stop crying and fretting and post the FACTS in reply to the heartless "man" at the DelMar forum. (calm down Deb, calm down) Thanks every"boardie"

....PS, the petition is posted all over the web and I sent it out to about 200 and counting!

On wings unseen
you surely fly
by pure design
no cause to lie

loved for your beauty
your heart, your fire
you run for joy;
innate desire

you heal our sorrows
and trust our hands
giving unselfishly,
with no demand

we take credit
surely not due
only One above
created you

be you statuesque stud
or humble plow
we owe you much
and repay…how?

Mish...I don't understand the "part of the game" comment either...but most of the horse owners I have seen love their horses so much and watch over them better than they do their children...
Keep putting in those 2 cents...You got me thinkin'

yes, pamela horseracing is a complex sport. it's funded by very smart business women and men who love horses. the owners. all types from stakes and allowance winners to $10,000 claimers. thanks for putting it into perspective.

Linnie,

You got it! That's exactly what it means.

Anna, that is awesome!

Jo S
OurBelovedAngels

Barbara Kerr...do you know the answer to Lynda's question?

Pamela - where is the question, please repost.

Here is some info on the types of races:

Types of Horse Races

Horse Races come in several types, namely, stakes, handicap, allowance, claiming or maiden races. Each one of these have important differences in terms of the types of horses entered into the race, as well as how horse owners and trainers will decide to run their horse in the race.

Stakes races are those which occur annually, offer very large purses, and attract very high quality horses. Examples of stakes races include the Belmont Stakes and the Kentucky Derby.

Handicap races are such that the weights of the various jockeys are equalized through the use of lead weights. Many consider the weight that a horse is carrying to be one of the critical factors in handicapping races. Older, stronger horses are typically allowed to carry more weight than younger horses, and these differences are one of the many factors savvy handicappers take into account when choosing their winners.

Claiming races are far and away the most common type of race. In a claiming race, each horse is entered at a specific price, and may be purchased, or "claimed" by another owner. Claiming is one way in which competition between horses can be equalized. For example, an excellent horse which is valued at $20,000 will not run in a claiming race where the claiming price is $5,000 or less. Conversely, a horse with a low value (e.g., due to poor past performance) is unlikely to run in a race with a high claiming price, simply because it will be outclassed. In fact, it is unlikely that track officials would even allow such discrepancies to take place.

Allowance races are essentially non-claiming races, usually designed for horses which race infrequently.

Lastly, Maiden races are for those horses who have never won. Other conditions may be applied to maiden races as well, such as "Non winners in last 3 races." Maiden races are sometimes difficult to handicap because the entire field may consist of horses with minimal past performance histories. However, careful handicappers will spot maiden races which have a horse or two which has some history of winning relative to others in the race.

Barbara Kerr...I am getting hooked on horse racing...and the more I know, the more I love about it...I think if you don't know a lot about it, as was the case for me, it looks totally different than what it really is...if that makes sense...

Wow. This is the most time I've had to read or post since I found this site.

Very informative on claiming races. I had a basic knowledge that the horses were for sale but no details. When you see a say $4000 claiming race in a program does that mean $4000 buys any horse in the race?

Also, I am very unclear about Maiden races. I thought they were for horses who had not won a race but found out the horses racing may have won in a race. How does that work and what exactly is "breaking" your maiden?

Thanks for your time for anyone who answers.

HERE YOU GO BARBARA KERR

I think you can set a claiming price for a horse, can't you? Then there is a less chance of the horse being claimed. I noticed that a couple of horses that Michael Matz has entered in claiming races had claiming prices over and above the purse money. I would assume most people wouldn't bother claiming a horse for that much unless they were desperate.

Posted by: Lynda Pellitteri at August 2, 2006 11:15 PM

JANE IN CT - glad to see our little group of "Connecticut Crackpots" (bad girl, Nancy, speak for yourself) is growing. I think all the others are from further upstate so in Monroe you're definitely closest to me.

I dontated to the Barbaro Fund the first date it was posted and forgot to mention the lovely thank-you card! So much has happened since then that it slipped my mind.

I see something mentioned about a gift certificate - is that for Dr. D's birthday? The original message is off the post now, so we need occasional updates so as not to miss anything important - wish I had time to read everything every day!

GOOD NIGHT, SWEET BARBARO...it's too hot for jammies tonight. Keep cool and comfy, dream of meadows and mares, and GROW, HOOF, GROW. You are always such a source of wonder to me - you are much smarter than most human patients in terms of cooperating with what's best for you. God bless you always (and your people, too).
Nancy

Anna...that is so wonderful...our sweet Anna...
our thoughful Anna...

Claiming prices are set as part of the race "conditions" to add to my example of Mares and Fillies 3 yrs old and up who have not won 2 races, claiming 7500. 7500 is pretty much the price to claim the horse (there are other "conditions" which could make the price different depending on the horse's eligibilities). A Maiden Claiming race is a claiming race for horses who have never run a race.

The Kentucky Derby, etc. are not claiming races - they are stakes races.

If you go to any of the tracks websites, you can see what the card is for the day. You will see most of those races are claiming races.

It truly is a business, and it takes very smart and savvy business minds to do this day in and day out.

thanks, LoL, Pamela, I feel like a pampered puppy!

mish future vet tech-Yes members of this comment board started the synthetic track petition

ok can you guys answer me about when a horse can be scratched??? When I read the book about Ruffian it said in that book that a horse can not be scratched in a match race. Yet when I watched the movie Seabiscuit Mr. Howard talks about possibly scratching Biscuit because Red gets hurt. Well that confused me. Which is right the book or the movie???

Linnie,

You got it! That's exactly what it means.

Posted by: ShelleyA at August 2, 2006 11:17 PM

THANK YOU SHELLEY!!!! But I'm still learning here!!

Wow..until about an hour ago, I did not realize how much I depend on this site for Bobby.
My power actually blew out my Belkin Bulldog, all computers and my Linksys shut down..
I don't care.........I going to plug everything into anywhere ...Whoa back, Neo... LOL..before your comment.
How he has a hold of our hearts...

Love to Family,
Susan

TLC...Thank you ...I am not worthy...How do I print out your post...???? It is so easy to understand the races the way you put it...

Thank you, Pamela. I was wondering if anyone could answer that.

Mish

Maiden race is for horses that have never won. Breaking one's maiden means it won it's first race. They it must race in different condition.

There are a couple different kinds of maiden races but they all are just for horses that have never won a race yet. Some horses can run in maiden races for a long time until the first win. Winning a race is really NOT that easy!!

Gotta go for now.

Handsome Barbaro, have a wonderful evening, stay comfortable and cool. Eat some good dinner and have some yummy bed time snacks. You are never far from my thoughts and prayers and I will be back later to check in on you and help to tuck you in.
BIG hugs, kisses, ear scratches, nose rubs and MUCH LOVE!!!

I swear Lynda...I am so far behind in posts...I have a bad habit of reading from the bottom of the board up...I come to a post...answer and then lose my place...Today is really busy...lots of interesting discussions and issues...

Pamela, just copy and paste it into a word doc or something and then you should be able to print it out :)

Talk to you all later, stay cool everyone and try not to get too crazy in here. :)

TLC or ShelleyA...can you detail for me how a claiming race works...? How do the horses/money change hands?

Oops - meant "won a race" not "run a race"

Pamela, LOL! That happens to me also. I wish each post had a number too it. Then it would be easier!

Well I have to say goodnight to Barbaro now. Sweet dreams handsome.....another comfortable night.

I promised my daughter she could have the computer at 6:30.

Will see you all in the morning for the morning update. Everyone have a great night.

Believe in Barbaro
Believe in Miracles
Believe in Dr.R

Michael's miracle

Ok, now it's time to fix me something to eat. I bet that by the time I get back Alex will have us on UPDATE page 33 LOL.

PLEASE READ:

SOMEONE MENTIONED A GIFT CERTIFICATE FOR DR. DEAN'S BIRTHDAY ... IF A 'COLLECTION' IS BEING TAKEN SOMEHOW, I'D LIKE TO CONTRIBUTE/PARTICIPATE ALSO!!

IT'S A WONDERFUL IDEA ....

THANKS ... LINNIE

Mary,
There has not been a match race since Ruffian.
I doubt, and some might disagree, there will never be one again.

A horse can be scratched for many reasons...sloppy track, not well, BUT that match race was highly touted and they even had that goofy song going on. Hey, if you feel it is not right , you can scratch.

There will NEVER be one again. And I pray there isn't. Match races are the worse thing in horse racing. Sorry, Seabiscuit lovers......

Love,
Susan

Pamela, my knowledge is really limited to "basic" and "overview" so I will lwt ShelleyA run with that one (no pun intented)

Really have to get out of here now, but it is soooo hard to leave :(

To Janice from Florida who posted 11:02 pm August 2, 2006

Your very welcome--Barbaro nods his head and gives you a wink!!!

Hope you will come aboard a make a difference saving magnificent LAEL (means Loyal) thoroughbred horses like Barbaro's friends from dangerous racing situations which can now be prevented with Synthetic surfaces for Horse & Jockey safety. We have to be Barbaro's voice to protect him and his companions. Thanks for your support and hope you'll sign petition online which you can see again at www.campaignforbarbaro.com in the mission page.

Light a candle tonight for Barbaro, Mike Rea, and Eugene Dixon's family. Again virtual candles can be lit for 48 hours at www.gratefulness.com Much apprecatiated and blessings to you and yours---

LINNIE - I'm restating the important part of my previous post to Deborah: "However, in defense of others, there are an incredible amount of posts here and many (including me) can't possibly have time to read them all...and sometimes people who might actually respond to what you said aren't reading/posting at the time...that's happened to me several times, and also since I was home all day and read an incredible amount here, I found some answers to something I'd written long afterward...so I guess some people DO read everything. Too many messages, not enough time" I speak only for myself, but the only hand I wish to hold is a hoof at New Bolton. You and I are certainly on the same track as far as traffic on this site. Since I can't check from work, I have to be content with what I see early am and in the evenings and reply to what specifically interests me...how many times I have wondered what I missed during the day, but it can't be helped. That's one thing I love about the NBC message board and the candle site - you express your feelings and there's no interchange...and FOR THE LOVE AND SUPPORT OF BARBARO there's a spot for all these media opportunities - aren't we lucky!
Nancy

Thanks to everyone here tonight.

It has been fun for me to be able to actually spend a little time here.

Now I really must go spend some quality time with my own little beasties.

I have an oldish kitty named Hector (rescued from the pound some 9 years ago) and sweet doggy girl, Alice (rescued from the streets 3ish years ago).
They have opened my heart in so many ways. I can never do enough for them.

Good night to all. Hug your furry babies!

Be well and happy Barbaro. GROW! HOOF GROW!

Oh Boy I hope this works...


I have been working on this ALL DAY! Okay, sorry I'm a little frazzled out. I sure hope someone can go check and make sure my links work. The Barbaro video is about 5 1/2 mgs. You may download this. There are NO Preakness pics--there are pics of Bobby in the hospital but I don't think anything that would warrant a warning.


Lyn if you want to email me write me at bobbysbabybrother@comcast.net.


I'm off to clean the kitchen!


MM

LMAO,,,I called Alie at Kennett...and asked her what was up for Friday...She said...not much, so I ordered Bobby a basket of little carrots...and SPEARMINT drops ....he doesn't like the peppermint ones, he is a man after my own heart.
Jazz also ordered one for all the other horses on the Shed Row. They don't get the attention,,but need love too.

So Spearmint it IS!!
Be strong, Brave Heart.

Susan

Pamela

If you are planning on claiming a horse, you must deposit the money into your track account with the track bookkeeper. They pay the old owner. All transactions are done by the track bookkeeper.

The horse belongs to the new owner as soon as the race begins. So when the race is over, the new trainer takes the horse back to it's new barn.

A few months ago my trainer and I claimed a horse. The next time she ran, she was claimed away from us. But I knew there was a good chance that was going to happen so I tried not to get to attached!

FOR NANCY ...

You wrote:

LINNIE - I'm restating the important part of my previous post to Deborah: "However, in defense of others, there are an incredible amount of posts here and many (including me) can't possibly have time to read them all...and sometimes people who might actually respond to what you said aren't reading/posting at the time...that's happened to me several times, and also since I was home all day and read an incredible amount here, I found some answers to something I'd written long afterward...so I guess some people DO read everything. Too many messages, not enough time" I speak only for myself, but the only hand I wish to hold is a hoof at New Bolton. You and I are certainly on the same track as far as traffic on this site. Since I can't check from work, I have to be content with what I see early am and in the evenings and reply to what specifically interests me...how many times I have wondered what I missed during the day, but it can't be helped. That's one thing I love about the NBC message board and the candle site - you express your feelings and there's no interchange...and FOR THE LOVE AND SUPPORT OF BARBARO there's a spot for all these media opportunities - aren't we lucky!
Nancy

Posted by: Nancy in CT at August 2, 2006 11:33 PM

I completely agree, Nancy, and we are all very very lucky! I've been sitting here 'glued' to this site for the last couple of hours, and the posts are flying so fast that I can't keep up with them myself and I know that I've missed some! LOL ... great for Tim and Alex but it wreaks havoc on my eyeballs! lOLOLOL

Good to see you here, Nancy!!

If you really want to support a cause, do a google search for New Holland horse slaughter or check this site:

http://equineprotectionnetwork.com/saveamericashorses/about.htm

Nancy in CT...I absolutely have missed tons of posts...Hope I didn't miss a question, guys...I am just too slow for this...

Susan W...I remember all of the talk when they held that stinking race...It seemed as if everyone thought it was a bad idea, but the race would go on anyway because of the money put down...

Margaret,

Thanks a lot! Now I'm in tears..............

I guess I have missed alot - what is a match race and why haven't they had one since Seabisquit???

ShelleyA...So, you have basically bought the horse despite what happens in the race? (If I am the buyer)...and (If I am the seller) the horse is sold before the race begins...ok, here comes the dumb question...is the race only a method for getting people together to buy/sell horses?

DebG. Like I said, it's tough. I probably am going to get booted from my PhillyEagles Admin because I keep this site up all day.
To be a hotwalker, groom , assistant trainer or trainer, or owner, you also have to go through an FBI search... Deb, tell me if this is still on..I remember being fingerprinted and photographed for hours.
Since I have been out of racing for awhile, not sure if they still go through this.
Love ya,
Susan

Wow lots of posts since I left. Gotta go because I am headed to Kentucky so I won't be posting for a few days.

Barbaro stay happy and healthy buddy! Grow some hoof.

Have a great week everyone!

If I hear on the news about strange people dressed up in funny costumes at NBC I'll know who it is!

Sally...my brain is fried...so many posts...I think a match race is one horse against another...that is it...the two race ( are matched)
against each other...no others...

Jo and Anna,
How lovely - again I am amazed at the talent exhibited by many Barbaro fans.

Wm & CL
Thanks - I appreciate Barbaro's approval. BTW, I'm No. 9 on the Petition.

Janice

BYE MARIE....BE CAREFUL...

Deborah, I've been away from a computer for a couple of hours and am just catching up with the posts. First thing I have to say is what a JERK, the eyeball guy!!! I would really like the jerk to explain what difference it could possibly make that there are more women's signatures than men's. Is he insinuating that the signatures of all woman don't count as much as they would if they were all men's signatures. WHAT AN IDIOT! So how about when we actually get somewhere with the petition, someone track the jerk down and show him what we "WOMEN" accomplished!

Secondly, I've been "out here" for weeks now, and usually post daily but am not an active "poster". Please don't feel ignored. Everyone one of us, whether we are active "chatters" or not, are all interested in what everyone here has to say. Sometimes though, it is hard to keep up with the posts when they at times come so fast and furious. But all your posts are important. Someone is reading them.
I, just like everyone else here, share a love and concern for a horse we've never even met. So that makes us all important members of this group whether we "talk" or not. We love Barbaro and it just helps me to sit back and read what all the other Barbaro lover's have to say, so I don't feel like the only "crazy" person out here.

Susan W.-- trying not to laugh out loud (LOL) since we had it happen to us, losing power this afternoon and not able to check on Bobby's status.

Back in to say HANG IN THERE GIRL, you'll be up and running soon...Call a friend or relative in another state if need be and they'll keep you posted (Barbaro's suggestion)!!!

Sally,
The last match race in history was Foolish Pleasure and Ruffian in the 70s.

The reason it will not happen again,, imagine two great horses, racing at a blistering pace.. and one breaks down. While it might have seemed like a brilliant idea ( Filly vs. Colt......Kentucky Derby vs. Oaks...) it turned out horribly.

The bad thing about that was Ruffian REFUSED to be beaten, she never was, and wouldn't let him beat her. Some have posted her legend....When she ran......

I don't want to apply that to Bobby...he is alive and biting.....

Love...
Susan

Bit of History

Fitz Eugene Dixon was the grandson of George D. Widener (sound familiar/NBC), who owned the Philadelphia Traction Company, responsible for building most of the trolley tracks in Philadelphia and other large cities in the late 1890's.

George D. Widener, and his son, Harry, went down with the Titanic on April 15, 1912. His remaining children, William and a daughter, Ellen, survived. Mr. Dixon was the son of Ellen (Widener) Dixon.

Mr. Dixon was prominent in the Pennsylvania Racing Authority and at one time, owned the 76er's and kept horses in training with Michael Matz at Fairhill.

It has been a tough year for Michael and Fairhill.

I thought the connection of Bobby and the Titanic was rather interesting.

Condolences to all connected and hoping that the brave fight of Bobby and his recovery will comfort those who feel the sadness of another passing.

Pamela

Forgot to say, you don't know if your horse was claimed until AFTER the race. Even though the claim slips are submitted before the race, you are not notified until the race is over. It's all very secretive before the race.

Before, you ask, I guess it's so you don't change the way the horse is to be ridden in the race.

I don't really know the origins of the claiming race or why it's that way.

Janice In Florida--

Go GIRL GO, thanks for your support!!!!
Blesssings to you and yours (Barbaro nods and give you a wink!!!) Have any friends who have told their friends to sign the petition online for safer racing tracks??? If do, tell em.

A whole company of 104 employees signed under no. 411........got a go to see how many more signed up..

Susan W - I thought it was alive and kicking - oh I guess he isn't able to kick if he wanted to - so the biting continues - I love the fact that he tries it behind you back - how cute is that!! HE sure is a smart little boy - fall more in love with him every day!!!

Sorry, Sally in Key West...They did have another match race it was between Ruffian and Foolish Pleasure...She was a Champion Filly...He was a Champion boy horse... She broke her leg (after taking the lead) in the race and was later put down following a surgical attempt to repair her leg....she rebroke it on coming out of the anesthesia...The match race event was televised Nationally and dealt such a blow to horse racing (the loss of a one in a million filly) that no one dares mention the possibility of another match race...it is simply not spoken of, I swear to you.

Oh Shelley...I get it! THank you so much!

LINNIE RE YOUR BARBARO HAT (and anyone else who cares to wade through this message) - forgot to tell you my funny story: I held off buying a hat until I saw that they were donating "a portion" of the proceeds to the Barbaro Fund, so it just arrived a few days ago. It's hot as the fires of hell here in CT, and I'm very heat-sensitive, so I wore it walking to the bus stop after work on Monday. A man approached me and said, "Are you one of those maniacs?" My initial reaction (who me, sensitive?) was, If he says something idiotic like "it's JUST a horse" I could be prone to violence...especially in 95 degree heat! Over the space of just a few seconds I saw myself being arrested for assault in defense of "just a horse named Barbaro" and what's really funny is that I would have been arrested by one of the members of our mounted unit - all pals of mine! But wisdom prevailed, I counted to ten and replied, "What do you mean?" HERE'S THE GREAT PART - he said that he'd stumbled on this site while looking for info, saw that it appeared to be all women, felt uncomfortable...and left, but NOT before seeing references to BARBAROMANIACS and that's why he wondered if I was "one of those maniacs"! After I stopped laughing, I begged him to come back here - don't think he will - he just seemed interested rather than obsessed/addicted like the rest of us. He wanted to know about sending a gift and I mentioned the florist and also that I was ordering some all-natural treats online AND HE ACTUALLY PRESSED $5. UPON ME TO FEEL PART OF SENDING GOODIES TO BARBARO! There was absolutely no convincing him to take his money back (and I was moved to tears, to be honest) and when I asked him how he knew I wouldn't take his money and go to Burger King or something like that, he said, "BECAUSE YOU WOULDN'T BE WEARING THAT SILLY HAT WITH YOUR BUSINESS CLOTHES IF YOU WEREN'T THE REAL DEAL!!"

I adore animals, am much more conservative about people - but what a guy! That story is going in my Barbaro scrapbook - such a moment!!! I've had a few lovely things happen since the Preakness, courtesy of people who know I love horses - but this man was a total stranger - NEVER seen him at/near the bus stop before.
OUR MAN BARBARO certainly moves people in mysterious ways!
Nancy

wm. and cl.
thank you for you beautiful poems......... I got my system back up.......I had to plug it into everything I have...The Bulldog is busted though. How many things can you plug into a wall? LMAO..

Susan

BTW...another T-storm here. I might be hitting that circuit breaker again...

Pamela - would she have won when she got hurt - was she leading - was she kicking the boy horses ass? I'm sure she was - girls rule boys drool!!

"HEY EVERYONE......IMPORTANT HR503 INFORMATION

Just hung up the phone with John Hettinger. He is the gentleman that was the focus of the article in The Blood-Horse magazine. He is a member of the The Jockey Club, a trustee for the New York Racing Association and received a Special Eclipse Award in 2000. He is one of the leaders in the movement to ban horse slaughter.

I contacted his farm and, when I told them what I was calling about, they immediately gave me his direct number in Saratoga.

Told him about our group and that we wanted to help. He was very grateful and spent some time talking to me. We discussed the possibility of some of us going to Washington. He gave me the name and number of the person handling the public relations for this campaign and suggested that I call her and see if it would be something that she might want to put together.

We don't have much time so we need to act quickly.
Please let me know if any of you on the east coast would be willing to go to Washington for this cause. I'd like to have an approximate number before I speak to her.

I will be out for most of the afternoon. Could someone PLEASE repost this message throughout the day so we see what kind of response we get.
Then I'll call her tomorrow morning.

Thanks.

Posted by: ShelleyA at August 2, 2006 02:20 PM "

Posted by: Karen in Las Vegas at August 2, 2006 10:18 PM

Janet...That was a wonderful post...THE TITANIC...who would've known...

"HEY EVERYONE......IMPORTANT HR503 INFORMATION

Just hung up the phone with John Hettinger. He is the gentleman that was the focus of the article in The Blood-Horse magazine. He is a member of the The Jockey Club, a trustee for the New York Racing Association and received a Special Eclipse Award in 2000. He is one of the leaders in the movement to ban horse slaughter.

I contacted his farm and, when I told them what I was calling about, they immediately gave me his direct number in Saratoga.

Told him about our group and that we wanted to help. He was very grateful and spent some time talking to me. We discussed the possibility of some of us going to Washington. He gave me the name and number of the person handling the public relations for this campaign and suggested that I call her and see if it would be something that she might want to put together.

We don't have much time so we need to act quickly.
Please let me know if any of you on the east coast would be willing to go to Washington for this cause. I'd like to have an approximate number before I speak to her.

I will be out for most of the afternoon. Could someone PLEASE repost this message throughout the day so we see what kind of response we get.
Then I'll call her tomorrow morning.

Thanks.

Posted by: ShelleyA at August 2, 2006 02:20 PM "
Reposted for Sheila A (courtesy of Barbaro)

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

http://www.petitiononline.com/cares/

Posted by: Jo Edwards at August 2, 2006 09:54 PM

Oh Sally...she was so beautiful and so fast...you just can't imagine what she was like...you have to see some old footage of it somewhere...You could literally spot her from a distance...

Bless you, Barbaro dear, and we thank God for another good day and night for you. We continue to pray that this miracle continues.

Sincere condolences to the Dixon family on their loss - what a fascinating life this man led! He sounded like an incredible human being. Our prayers are with the entire Dixon family and with Michael Matz.

Beautiful Barbaro, it is so wonderful to hear each day the positive reports. I keep thinking that each day we hear a positive update is another day that you have walked a little farther away from danger. May God continue to guide the hands of all that care for you - and may He allow us to continue to see this miracle that began the night of July 13..and it HAS been a true miracle! Sleep gently tonight, precious one. Wish you knew how much you are loved!

Sweet dreams, Barbaro! I'm tucking you in a little early tonight, we have a big storm coming fast (maybe it'll get cooler). You have a restful night, napping in your cushy stall, munching on hay for a midnight snack. You are always in my thoughts and prayers, buddy.

God bless you and keep you in the palm of His hand. God bless all the people who love and care for you.

See you in the morning.

+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

The only think I really "worry" about with all this is if we overload Tim site. It can crash.
It's Crash before. It was gone! No updates! Can Eliza keep this up for our site? Can Tim pay for the extra space. What will it take to help them keep this site going. Some people are posting the same thing over and over.
__________________________________________________

"HEY EVERYONE......IMPORTANT HR503 INFORMATION

Just hung up the phone with John Hettinger. He is the gentleman that was the focus of the article in The Blood-Horse magazine. He is a member of the The Jockey Club, a trustee for the New York Racing Association and received a Special Eclipse Award in 2000. He is one of the leaders in the movement to ban horse slaughter.

I contacted his farm and, when I told them what I was calling about, they immediately gave me his direct number in Saratoga.

Told him about our group and that we wanted to help. He was very grateful and spent some time talking to me. We discussed the possibility of some of us going to Washington. He gave me the name and number of the person handling the public relations for this campaign and suggested that I call her and see if it would be something that she might want to put together.

We don't have much time so we need to act quickly.
Please let me know if any of you on the east coast would be willing to go to Washington for this cause. I'd like to have an approximate number before I speak to her.

I will be out for most of the afternoon. Could someone PLEASE repost this message throughout the day so we see what kind of response we get.
Then I'll call her tomorrow morning.

Thanks.

Posted by: ShelleyA at August 2, 2006 02:20 PM "

I'm off to bed now, guys, so this will be my posting of Shelley's message. Would somebody else take over the 2 hourly postings?

Night night all...have a good night and don't forget to light some candles before bed.

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

http://www.petitiononline.com/cares/

Night night, darling Bobby...sleep well, grow a bit more hoof and heal some more bone. Love you XOXOX

Jo

Nancy in CT...What a great story..."Are you a Maniac"...people actually know about us? And he gave you five dollars for Barbaro? I cannot believe it...Wow...Wow...Wow...I think that is one of the sweetest things I have ever heard...

Nancy in CT

GREAT story!!!

I must go too...I have been here too long...neck is burning!...Take care Bobby...we love you so much...you are still #1 to us and always will be...

Sleep tight, sweet pea...

Pam
j'ville

Neo,
you are so right, no one ever mentions one again. But, you have to remember, racing still survived with Seattle Slew, and the magnificent Affirmed/Alydar duels.
Again, we lost a lot with the loss of Alydar, it made racing seem bad, but that guy was not in racing..he was somebody who should have been in jail and is.
Love to you all...and to my Brave Heart,
Susan

Re: Fitz Eugene Dixon Janet your post was very interesting. Bobby's people have interesting stories and seem to be inter-connected. .My synpathies to Mr. Dixon' family and friends

Good night Barbaro. Take a load off those feet, sleep well and sweet dreams. I'll be checking on you bright and early.

DEAR LINNIE, and anyone I may have missed.. (sorry)

Yes, Linda Lee suggested we do something nice for Dr. R for his b'day, which is 8/30..

I think we might get a gift card for a nice restaurant in Kennett Sq. I think KS Florist may be able to help us out with the logistics.. I'll be calling them in a few days to set up a special account just for this purpose!

Some of us loonies even want to serenade poor Dr. R through the restaurant window...while he tries to eat...That's optional..

My email is cmagan@aol.com, but I guess anyone who wants to do this should be calling Alie or Rachel at KS florist..probably after this Saturday...We have time yet, and any ideas are welcome. NO jumping out of a b'day cake smuggled into NBC. NO.

Barbaro, we LOVE you so.. I hope your day was good and comfy, and you didn't bite any tigers or lions... Sleep well, Braveheart..

Alex,
My deepest condolences to Mr. Dixon's family. I'm sure he will never be forgotten for all he has done. He'll be in my prayers

Good Evening Bobby,

Hiya, Bobbey! Hope you are stying cool! It's SOOO hot here in coastal CT in an 18th century house. I worry about power brown-outs for you. Nikita knew to run downstairs to the office room on the first floor when I said your name a little while ago. (I like to think that she is as smart as you are!) "All creatures great & small." I hope that someone reads Ms. Jo's poem about the wind to you tomorrow. It seems to really capture your spirit. You are thw sweetest prince who's won our hearts. Loved reading about you and the spearmint. Be a good boy and next year I'll send you a homemade mint julep on Derby Day, OK? Like you, I am KY-born and I do know how to make mint juleps. Hugs, pets, & "scrathces" - Robyn, Brent, & Nikita in CT

Anna,

Your poem is beautiful.

Gosh I hope someone is collecting these all together!!

Thanks so much ANNA.

Leslie in MN

A few weeeks ago someone posted the link about Alydar's history and death. Such an awful thing happened to him, I think about im a lot.

i'm answering your post pamela to the best of my knowledge...purchasing a claimer IS NOT A BAD THING. In fact, it id the most frequent way that horse purchasing among TB owners is done. You need to research the horse you want to "purchase" via a claim, and do the homework to speculate on whether the horse is moving up or down in the race. I will not go into greater detail at this time, but suffice to say that you need to consider the time between races -- did the horse sustain an injury and is coming back after a layup? conversely, the oppisite also holds true.

I'm not going into greater detail here, but if any of you other owners want to, go ahead.

This is the cornerstone of racing.

all the best and peace and happiness.

More trivia . . .

Mr. Dixon often wore a green emerald ring that belonged to his grandfather, George D. Widener.

The ring was passed to his wife, Eleanor, as she boarded lifeboat #4 the night the Titanic sank.

Strange how monies from the Widener Foundation, to honor the memory of this man, lost in one of the great tragedies of history, were donated to the Pennsylvania Vet Hospital where Bobby is now receiving the 'best' care in the world.

Certainly gives an ironic meaning to 'purpose.'

I bet Bobby is watching old reruns of Mr Ed - he is gonna be the sneakiest horse when he gets home. He'll be letting all the horses out of their stalls, nipping all the stable boys/girls!! I can see it now!

Jo

Thanks but I think it's been posted for all to see. No need to post this again and take up any more space.
If anyone is interested they can respond.
I'll call the public relations lady in the morning and let you all know what she says about Washington.

and you....have danced with the wind.
Am I the only one so affected by JO's words.
Beautiful work JO. Just Beautiful.

We love you sweet Barbaro. Our continued prayers for your comfort and healing, and for your connections. God bless you all.

Fayetteville, ga

Jeff my husband is like your wife.
Have to go he has called me. Welcome everyone is great her.
Deborah the best place is to stay here.
Any other site makes me mad too.

Nancy in CT - enjoyed your story- best of all because it's true!!

re: Ruffian vs. Foolish Pleasure match race. I've heard some OLD horse racing fans (who happened to see the race) claim that horse racing as a sport, went downhill from that day on. It has never achieved the popularity it used to have. Many tracks today have to have slot machines and gambling to attract patrons.

IMHO - I believe that horses are being raced for our amusement - they don't get to make a choice - they don't get asked if they feel OK that day. That being the case, EVERY effort should be made to make it as safe as possible. What other sport would allow such a high fatality rate? I don't want to sound negative and am not trying to be controversial, I just would like to see our equine friends cared for the way a human athlete would be.

Janice

Christine - thanks for the info on gift certificate!! If you all are going to be serenading Dr. R, that means maybe I'll be able to sneak in a visit to Barbaro - thanks for distracting the boss!! (Hope you all know I'm kidding!)

ROBYN HOFFMAN - where in coastal CT are you? I'm in Hamden, we have Monroe aboard and I think Newington & Wethersfield! CT CRACKPOTS FOR BARBARO!
Nancy

JANICE - thanks for your comment - It's amazing how such unexpected pleasures can get us through when things seem to have gone down the tubes.

AND SPEAKING OF NOT-SO-UNEXPECTED PLEASURES, Barbaro is magnificent, intelligent, courageous, inspiring, handsome and funny - he's the man!!
Nancy

Not to get off the subject - but my cat - Little Girl - got up on the table with my glass of wine and she got startled and knocked over the wine - mostly on herself - she is madly licking herself right now and I'm afraid she is gonna be drunk - I tried to wipe as much off her as U could - she is soaked - but you know how cats are - she is licking herself silly.

Alive and biting for sure...

Get some good rest Bobby... all of us wacky
girls (mostly) will be back tomorrow refreshed and ready to support and honor you with more humor,
and good works for all horses!!!

Where there is great love,
there are always miracles.

Christian

SHELLY, YOU EXPLAINED THE "CLAIMING RACES" VERY WELL. DON'T YOU WORRY A LOT OR NOT SO MUCH- ABOUT YOUR HORSES GETTING CLAIMED? I KNOW GRETCHEN SAID HORSE RACING IS A BUSINESS, BUT I'D FALL IN LOVE WITH MY HORSES. (I DON'T HAVE ANY OF MY OWN) I'D BE SITTING THERE WITH MY TUMMY IN KNOTS WORRYING MY HORSE WAS CLAIMED. I GET THAT'S BUSINESS THOUGH.

LOVE AND PRAYERS FOR BOBBY,
CHERYL
INDY
"HORSE HANDS ACROSS AMERICA"

Sweet Barbaro - I have lit my candle for you, Dr. R and the Jacksons (group jacks). One day at a time big guy. Never stop fighting and stay the champion that you are.

Linda H in Denver

lou - you should be checking in about now.

Janice

Susan O, Your not alone, Jo O'Brien’s writing about “dancing with the wind” got me too!
My word is that a lovely piece! Just when I think I've master “no more tears,” along comes one more posting to turn my faucets on. Jo, that was truly beautiful!

Good evening everyone - great information on this board tonight - finally learned what all those terms are in racing - thanks!

I also signed the petition & the numbers are going up pretty quick there.

Wonderful story on Mr. Dixon and will keep him in my prayers.

But the best article the link Alex has in blue ink "following article" by John Hanchette regarding horse slaughter..this is the man that needs to go to Washington DC -

TO SHELLEYA - see if you can get John Hanchette to go with you - read his article and you will see why...will be a definite asset.

G'NIGHT SWEET BOBBY!!

Mercy

Alex,

It's me again......do think we have a page where all of the wonderful writing could be found? You know all of the stories, poems, pros etc? Pretty please?! I am sure the Jackson’s & Michael M. would love to be able to view all this talent in one place. Rather than having to plow their way thru all of our postings. Not to mention there are days we get a little crazed with what we write….

Cheryl

I worry all the time. Every race day I go through a bottle of antacids!!!
I would never enter in claiming races if I had a choice. But that's the game. And those are the rules.
My two year old will NOT be in a claiming race. His first race (hopefully, the end of the month) will be a Maiden Special

SALLY, I'VE DONE THAT BEFORE. I THINK YOUR CAT SHOULD BE OK IF YOU WIPE HER OFF WITH A WET TOWEL, AS LONG AS YOU GET MOST THE WINE OFF. IF NOT, SHE MAY BE ACTING A BIT LOOPY LATER!! :>) HOW OLD IS SHE?

SOMEONE MENTIONED HOW HORSE RACING ISN'T NEARLY AS POPULAR AS IT USE TO BE. I WONDER WHY THAT IS??? -- MAYBE DUE TO ALL THE OTHER SPORTS, COMPUTERS, 600 TV CHANNELS TO CHOOSE FROM ETC... ALSO THERE'S PETA WHO CRINGES, WHEN IT'S MENTIONED. OH, WHAT A CRAZY WORLD WE LIVE IN, HUH?? :>)

LOVE & PRAYERS TO BOBBY AND EVERYONE,
CHERYL
INDY

Dear Christine and Linny: Count me in on the birthday gift for Dr. R....he certainly is deserving and would be nice for he and his wife,...

Alex, my sincerest and deepest sympathy to Mr. Dixon's immediate family, Michael Matz and all of you at Fair Hill, for the loss of such a wonderful man. I know he will be missed, but his spirit will remain with all of us. Believe..

Barbaro, you are the best Sweetie. Sleep well, rest, eat healthy snacks and stay positive.

Will check in on you in the morning.

My best to all the members of Team Barbaro...we believe...........in you Barbaro!

I just want to add my condolences to Mr. Dixon's family and friends. I first heard his name back when Michael was riding jumpers - Mr. Dixon owned several of the horses Michael rode, including the fabulous Jet Run. The horse world has lost a might patron.

Barbara Kerr...Thank you so much...It seemed to me that claiming is really a way for people to buy/sell horses...Thank you for answering my questions...You were very helpful...

Janice from FL...I loved your post...I am becoming addicted to horse racing, and I am also dedicated to making it as safe as possible...Some things cannot be controlled or anticipated, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't try to make it as safe as possible! I have learned a lot from the owners of horses here...they seem to be among the most vocal proponents of horse safety and welfare issues...I too don't see why these two things can't go hand in hand...

Well, it's time to say goodnite, sweet Barbaro!.You have a restful nite, dream of green pastures, cute lil fillies. Hmmm, no better not dream of fillies yet...too exciting *LOL*..

Keep on keeping on. Remember you're a champion and keep that fighting spirit up. Love you babycakes!.

Seeya in the morning.

Janice,
we never raced a horse we felt was ill or had problems.....Barbara can aver to that.

I never lost a horse, so personally, I am lost about that.

Christian, you make me laugh....like the feathers flying?

Love to my fam and most love to the Bravest Heart of all.
S.

Ok, I came back from getting something to eat and we are still on Update 32. LOL I think we slowed down. Hey did we ever decide what to send to Michael Matz, or is KF deciding that?

*********
Debbie

I think that your concern is valid regarding the
crashing of this site and that would be so unfor-
tunate. There really does seem to be a lot of
silliness on the board for which Tim is having to
pay. This is not to say that some very informa-
tive and educational subjects are covered on here
and that is all well and good. At the same time
it is my belief that we should respect our host without whom our updates on Barbaro would be few and far between.

For those of you who read this I would encourage
you to reflect on this concern and to take it in
the spirit in which it is intended.

Our prayers to Barbaro without ceasing.

Blessings, Peace, Health to all of you, too.

Good luck ShelleyA with your horsey...I sure hope that he breaks his maiden in the maiden....Am I even anywhere near being right about that ? It surely doesn't look like I am!

Also...does anyone know how you can get the race record of a particular horse? I have it in my head that I had heard of Jersey J before...I thought before the Derby, but I may just be the victim of suggestive thinking...

bobby, it's time to tuck you in and say our prayers. may you have another restful, comfortable, HEALING night. may you have sweet dreams of green pastures. may tomorrow be a better day than today. may your bones continue to MEND and your hoof REGROW. may you continue to stay STRONG and DETERMINED. one day at a time is all we ask...

fellow posters, keep up the POSITIVE thoughts. keep those candles lit. i love you guys for all you are doing. i wish we could all get together on saturday night at NBC for the vigil. i bet we could move mountains...

alex, THANK YOU again for sharing another great day.

Dr R and NBC caregivers, may you continue the wonderful work you are doing on Barbaro. we HONOR you for the GREAT care you give.

We BELIEVE IN MIRACLES.
We BELIEVE in BARBARO.

my deepest regrets to the Dixon Family.

Posting so my saying stays current.

This is us... HORSE HANDS ACROSS AMERICA!

KEEP THE FAITH!

P.S. Also, keep the birthday for Dr. R. alive. As stated earlier we have time.

We have to found out Tim, Alex, Michael, Edgar, the Jackson's Dr. Anderson's birth dates.

In case you are wondering mine is 3/30.. Ha! Ha! And you have time.

On the subject of claiming...


Two months before the Derby in 99 Charismatic was running in 65,000 dollar claimers. That means any one of us could have claimed him!


But he wasn't claimed, Chris Antley did an outstanding job of riding him and he almost took the TC. Chris said afterwards that he could have won (he was in tears) but we wouldn't have the horse. So he saved Charismatic and came in third.


Chris said that he knew the horse wasn't right when he came off that last turn. He could feel it. So he eased the horse up. Right after the finish line he went face first into the dirt, grabbed the reins and held the foot up until help got there.


Chris and Charismatic got Moment of the Year for that. I felt that Charismatic got ripped off. He should have been Horse of the Year cause he took the Preakness too.


MM

Michael Matz Birthday is 1/23/1951

LindaLee......good try...didn't work....LOLOL....
But I am in for anything for Dr. Dean

Love,
Always,
Susan

Believe in Miracles...
Believe in Barbaro.

I don't know if this has been pointed out, but F. Eugene Dixon was the owner of JET RUN, the horse that MICHAEL MATZ won many a competition with in his Show Jumping days!!!!

MARG...Just saw your post about Jet Run!

Wow so Michael knew Mr Dixon for a looong time and probably had quite a relationship with him. That's gotta hurt. :o(

Anyone know how one can still get a Bryer Model of Jet Run? They are probably all out of them.

Gosh Lynda...I think the issue got passed over due to a flurry of postings...but the idea is not forgotten...I just don't think anyone every made up their mind...

Horse racing is still very popular...I have heard that some tracks are being pressured into putting slot machines in, etc...But I don't think it is because of Ruffian or any other tragedy...I think it is a reflection of how our lives have changed in the past decades... Animal issue are definitely more important...going to the races used to be the 'thing to do.' All of the Hollywood stars were seen at the races in the fifties... Now, we have so many distractions...people don't want to take the time to get dressed and go anywhere anymore... There are so few events that have the heft to constitute a true 'happening'... Going to the races used to be such a social thing...Like the atmosphere of the Derby...
I don't know ...there are many factors, but I think it is really interesting to discuss these things...I think Bobby has increased the public's interest in racing...or am I wrong?

Thanks Susan W... always trying.

Also, I will keep (in word) a list of birthdays as we found them out. Just post and I will include. Now I don't mean all of you... Tim, Alex, Dr. Anderson, Edgar, the Jacksons, etc.

HORSE HANDS ACROSS AMERICA!
KEEP THE FAITH!

Hello Barbaro,
I've been checking in with you and Alex and the rest of your Team throughout the day. The updates are so helpful and appreciated. Alex, please include my condolences with the others concerning Mr. Dixon's passing. To Michael and others within Fair Hill who were honored to be associated with such an obviously caring person. I am so sorry for their loss.
Barbaro, you get a good night's sleep. Remember, only sweet dreams. I wish only the very best for you Honey. You've made Dreams come true and Miracles happen! What an absolute Joy you are! I am in love with you!
Good night Barbaro, 'til tomorrow...
XXOO

Margaret...what a powerful account of that story...just wonderful!

PAMELA,

For a horse's race record, go to pedigree.online.

Pretty pix, too, sometimes.

Be advised the site is addictive.

Pamela LOL probably!! Oh well. I could never figure it out either. Mabe he needs a hammer? Horses are always breaking things, so mabe he could use tools? LOL.

Shelley A-

Just found a good anti-slaughter resource:

www.hoofpac.com/about/index.html

Christian

Gosh, my grammar and spelling/typing are so atrocious...I must be getting the fumes from Sally in Key West's spilled wine...
I really should go...but I am so stuck on this site...

Just in case it was missed; Michael Matz's birthday is January 23, 1951

GOOD NIGHT SWEET BARBARO
SLEEP TIGHT DON'T LET THOSE
HORSE FLYS BITE.

HAVE HAPPY DREAMS AND REST WELL
WE WILL BE BACK TO SEE YOU TOMORROW

LOVE,
Kathy

Does anyone know where I can see a photo of Joysey Jeff?

Thank you.
Debra,WI

Susan E...which part of the site do I go to?

Pamela,

You are closer than you think.....breaking his maiden in his maiden would be wonderful. It would mean he won his first race!!!

And you probably did hear of New Joysey Jeff. He was a popular horse that ran in big races. You can get the racing records of any horse at www.equibase.com But you have to pay for them.

Someone needs to document these birthdays and keep a list, Lynda...Hmmmm?

Pamela, I can do it. We just have to find all of them

I swear ShelleyA...I think I remember hearing about him in one of those races that are profiled on Derby Day...am I crazy? On second thought, don't answer that...
I swear...the spelling in his name is what caught my eye...

I'm so glad I found this site. I'm so obsessed with Barbaro and his well-being that I even 'check on him' before I make my first cup of coffee! Not even a possible suitor on match.com has been able to get me to 'check' up on them before I've had my coffee!! In fact, I only have eyes for the beautiful Barbaro now; yes I've let my subscription to match.com expire! I'm just so thankful that Barbaro has such a loyal and caring group of extended family to tend to him. You guys rock!

OK....mine is August 23, 1951....tee hee...

could somebody repeat Dr. Richardson's birthday please?

Pamela LOL ok :o)

Wendy...dahling...I am sure there are a few Yentas here to fix you up...

Guys - fyi - my birthday was Derby Day!!

What a great present

ok, so the year was 1950, but who's counting?

Linda H in Denver

Ok Neo.........that was my biggest laugh of the day. Except for the fact, my TV was on HBO Spanish with Deadwood on (I don't speak it)
No offense to anyone meant.

Love, Keep Growing Brave Heart.....
S.

Pamela - should be be mixing wine fumes with your medication??? I'll have an extra glass for you!!!

The cat has passed out - guess he got enough wine that its sleeping time!!!

I love all of you - Alex, Tim etc. ALL OF YOU.

xxoo

Aunty Sally

Wondering if any of you extremley talented Poety writers could conjur up a poem where:

Ruffian speaks to Barbaro through this long journey.

Bobby has lifted us up onto his shoulders, but perhaps it is Ruffian that holds Bobby together.

Leslie in MN

OoooHHHHH....I hate showing that I know this...
August 30, 1953....grrr you just had to ask, didn't ya Lynda...didn't ya?

Christian

I read more on horse slaughter today than I ever should have. Clicked on links better left unclicked.....made me sick to my stomach. Really, I got physically ill and couldn't even eat dinner!!

But I did print out the material from the link you sent me and will read it tomorrow.

Thanks for sending, it looks like an interesting group with lots of information

My birthday is coming up in a few months 11-28-50

Im old enought to be Bararo's great great great great. etc. mommy!

XXOO

Pamela LOL why do you hate knowing his birthday? Hahahaha we all know it doesn't MEAN ANYTHING to you. I bet it means just as little to you as knowing Michael Matz's birthday means NOTHING to me. LOL

Wow, You all could be my mothers!!!!!! I was born 6/21/74!!!

Sally in the Keys...don't say that ( the great, great, great part) we are about the same age!

LYNDA YOU B***H!

Here's a link to NJ Jeff's pedigree. There's supposed to be a photo but it's not showing on my computer. Dynaformer was his grandpa!

HAHAHAHA!! LOL Now NO CUSSING!!!

Lemme say this Michael Matz is just plain handsome...I try not to say it because I remember the pained look on his wife's face at the Preakness and I feel guilty...she melted my heart...

barbaro,
your enduring grace ,your intelligence and tremendous spirit shines thourhg all the rubbish in our pained world.
you teach me ,since the day i saw you win at the derby with your superb pal and rider, prado,what it takes to be a champion, to be present and fight the good fight.i am eternally grateful ,as a professional dancer and choreographer ,FOR the equine grace and elgance of horses..all shapes and sizes but barbaro is like a unicorn.. OTHER WORLDLY
the real thing.and all the wonderful folks alex,tim michael,the jacksons peter and his lovely kim who wrote so eloguiently in that first awful week of the tragedy, all these exceptional folksi,ncluding the magnificent and humble prado left a huge mark on the world.
.we aee the love transofrmed into a form as you all call him BOBBY
.i am grateful to read all your comments and learn about the good things about the racing world. my dancing is all the better for seeing perfection ,fluid seamless motion.of this great horse...i love the poems and the thoughts pouring from all corners of the country and the world.
.how healing is that.
.how re affirming to know this horse has a true voice that is beng heard everywhere..and how grateful i am to the staff, dr kathy, dr R and dr. adams and all concerned. i also would like to get alex a mustang red car. and make sure all the bills pass that help horses live a good life after giivng their hearts on the tracks.they derserve the best..it is outrageous that any horse should suffer large or small because of human indifference and shoddy care. it is unacceptable. but then, i know we have world poverty ..literally in fact and then in spirit..
.bless evreryone.for caring and bringing their love to barbaro..
where ever i am in the world i check in to this site as well as NBC and i will be tuning in for the saturday night vigil.right before my own performances here in nyc.
goodnight barabro ,may you not have one ounce of pain, rolling in soft warm grass and plenty of fillies to keep you company.
.your adoring friend, martita in sea cliff, ny...

Nancy in CT,

Just read your Barbaro hat story. How absolutely wonderful! I hope he does come back here.

If you ever see him again, let him know he has our respect. Mine anyway.

G'night Barbaro. Happy dreams and healing to you.

MARTITA! It;s me..Ernesta Corvino! Small world...I'm a Barbaro fan too! :)

I am so sorry Lynda I meant to say YOU Bum...Hi...

Shelley A-

Yeah, I have a hard time on the one's with pictures...I thought that there may be some
shortcuts for us on the political side of things...

Hope it's helpful-
Christian

PAMELA, I AGREE WITH YOU ABOUT THAT- THERE ARE SO MANY THINGS TO DO, SO LITTLE TIME AND SO MANY OUTSIDE DISTRACTIONS - IN REGARD TO THE HORSE RACING POPULARITY BIT.

WHEN I GO TO VEGAS, THERE'S ALWAYS A LOT OF HORSE RACING GOING ON IN THE SPORTS BOOK AREA. ARE ANY OF YOU VEGAS FANS? (SPEAKING OF WHITE TIGERS) I'M NOT A GAMBLING ADDICT AT ALL, BUT DO LOVE TO GAMBLE SMALL AMOUNTS, ESPECIALLY ON SPORTS, BUT I LOVE THE SLOTS TOO. :>)

DO ANY OF YOU WATCH THE SHOW "WILDFIRE"- ON ABC FAMILY CHANNEL. IT'S KIND OF A SHOW FOR YOUNGER PEOPLE, BUT AT TIMES NOT REALLY. I'M ALMOST 40 AND I LOVE THE SHOW. THE HORSE STORIES AND RACING STORIES ARE GREAT. THE MAIN GIRL PLAYS AN UP AND COMING JOCKEY. THAT SONG, "WILDFIRE" WAS SO POPULAR WHEN I WAS YOUNG, I LOVED IT!!

LOVE & PRAYERS TO BOBBY,
"HORSE HANDS ACROSS AMERICA"
CHERYL

Hi All Barbaromaniacs,

Does anyone know how Barbaro is doing with his pain med taper?

Does anyone know how Messaging is doing without Barbaro?

Does anyone have any idea of when we might see a new picture of Bobby?

I think that covers my questions

Believe in Miracles
Believe in Barbaro

PS: very interesting info on claiming races

Pamela LOL I know, I LOVED THAT RED HAIR. If I had hair like D.D.s I would NEVER cut it.

Ernesta...you forgot your link...to the pedigree?

"OK....mine is August 23, 1951....tee hee...

Posted by: Pamela at August 3, 2006 01:17 AM"

um, Pamela? Mine is August 23, too.
different year, though. I came a long a little later...

LYNDA PELLITTERI - eBay has 3 Breyer Jet Run!!!!

I NEED SLEEP - please email me at

mllebutterfly@sbcglobal.net to let me know you got this message - can't stay awake to find out!
Nancy

I am afraid I am a bottled beauty...putting it politely

OOOPS!!! Sorry...

http://www.pedigreequery.com/new+joysey+jeff

Alex, please accept my deepest sympathy in the passing of Mr. Dixon and pass on to Mr. Matz if able.

If anyone can access Comcast.net there is a video on how Barbaro is doing (most likely everything we've already heard but it's good to see any news. Click under Sports and 'the Fan' will pop up.

Have a restful night Big B!!

Continue to fight as the cards have been laid out for you.

BELIEVE IN BARBARO!!

Grow Hoof Grow...

Pamela, hahahaha sure you did LOL.

I didn't want to make anyone feel old, but I thought it was interesting that there seem to be so many baby boomers in here. Which is good! Don't get me wrong, I am just wondering where all the 30-somethings are. LOL

ANNA!!! Thank you for not telling me it is 1984...
Don't you hate that it is so hard to get a decent horoscope...One day I'm Leo...next I'm a Virgo...

Good evening Barbaro, I hope you have had a visit tonight. It's after 7pm so I assume you are out of your sling and lookin for a good spot to curl up in. You be a good boy and catch some Zzz's...and now you have more friends at NBC, Lions and Tigers and Bears, Oh My!! ok not bears, well at least that we know of. Sleep tight handsome. Love you lots.

Good evening everyone :)

Just a FYI, in human relationships, New Joysey Jeff would be considered a nephew of Barbaro. Barbaro's dad is Dynaformer, and New Joysey Jeff's mother, Dyna peak, is Dynaformers daughter. Which makes her Barbaro's half sister. But I know it doesn't work that way with horses. Thats why I say in human relationships.

Someone mentioned the Barbaro hat from horsehats.com, your story is great. I wanted to get the Barbaro hat before too, but then they told me that they are working on a new special edition Barbaro hat, with all proceeds going to Barbaro's fund. I am waiting to see what it looks like, and then will probably buy both, save shipping that way too.. lol

Last week they said they were waiting on lawyers, on monday they said it should be finalized by the end of this week, So please keep checking back at horsehats.com or I will probably mention it when I see it.

Deborah: who posted at Del Mar and needed some help with what to say, I commend you for your efforts, and please don't let the uninformed get to you. You don't even have to answer them, they will either sign or they won't. Don't waste your time on them. And I laughed at your "thanks every "boardie" ..lol

So I guess we are not groupies after all, We are boardies..too cute!

Gonna catch up on some more posts.

Welcome to all new people reading and posting.

xoxoxo

They are out having a real life, Lynda...

PAMELA-
I HEAR YA, MICHAEL IS HOT TOO AND SUCH A GREAT RESUME HE HAS!! HIS WIFE NOTICED SWEET BARBARO BEFORE HE DID, THAT WAS AWFUL THE LOOK ON HER FACE AT THE PREAKNESS. SHE LOOKS REALLY SWEET.

LOVE & PRAYERS,
CHERYL
INDY

Neo...

does that just mean you really don't remember what your real hair color is?

I LOVE YOU PAM

Susan

Believe in Miracles
Believe in Barbaro

Nancy wrote: ....If you all are going to be serenading Dr. R, that means maybe I'll be able to sneak in a visit to Barbaro - thanks for distracting the boss!! (Hope you all know I'm kidding!)>>

I don't think you're kidding. I think you're serious! You're gonna have to sneak by Sammy the Security Guard. GOOD LUCK with that..

Has anyone heard from Mary L. tonight?

Thank you God for good reports on Barbaro today. I continue to pray, believing and expecting more of the same tomorrow. I especially pray for bone healing and fusing in the right hind, hoof growth for the right hind, no infection in the right and left hinds, and complete protection for the front feet. I also pray the "chipper nipper" remains comfortable.

Yes, Michael Matz has always been handsome. I remember how he looked aboard Jet Run in his USET coat (red with royal blue collar) or his navy blue open jumper jacket! I have a friend that knows him and she says he, and his wife Dee Dee, are very sweet!

Susan W...no...since I have been on this site, I have a great deal of my roots to remind me!

Pamela,
no, I was out of high school by 1984.

Um, not to delve too far into astrology, but you're either a Leo or a Virgo- an ephimeris would clear it up for you once and for all.

Has anyone heard from Grandma Bea lately??? We were supposed to drive to New Bolton together.

Thanks for the link, Ernie...it made me a little sad to see the info...I hadn't expected that...

Pamela - i may be up to visit - if this storm looks as bad as it could be I may evacuate - I have 4 kitties - can I come to your house???

Thanks Nancy, but I looked on the Breyer site and I cant find him!!!

I think you are defintely a virgo...and what is an emsop[oaj you know...astrology type person...

Lynda & Pamela

I am 30ish and sitting home reading these posts!! Don't get me wrong my husband and I still do dinner and drinks out a lot but we are also happy being home having drinks on the deck enjoying time with our 4 legged family.

I cannot be too far from a computer when it comes to Barbaro!

As always, Barbaro, have another great night. Off to light our daily candles for you and your loved ones. Be well again handsome boy. We love you!

I think making a donation to NBC or an equine rescue group in Dr R's name would also be a nice thing to do for his B'day.
There are legitimate equine rescue groups all over the country that are always in need of money, supplies and foster homes. I think anyone who works in the equine industry would be very appreciative of a donation made in their honor. This may have already been mentioned, I haven't read posts in a couple of days.

Sally...sweetie...sure...we could do something...but I do have a dog that hates cats...
I swear...don't you stay there if (or when) it gets dicey...

LOL, Pamela!
I'm definitely a Virgo - but had the confusion about which, since I'm right on the cusp, just as you are- until I looked into it.

Pamela that is probably true!!! I may be the only 32-year-old without a life. Does anyone want to hire me for a job?

LOL

PAMELA,

Just google it, click on thoroughbred, and there will be a little box on the upper left where you put the horse's name and hit enter.

LINNIE--that news clipping was one of the funniest things!!!---wonder if somehow, someway, poor Phyllis is going to get a related 911 call!!

"Wow, You all could be my mothers!!!!!! I was born 6/21/74!!!

Posted by: Lynda Pellitteri at August 3, 2006 01:23 AM"

LYNDA PELLITTERI MUST DIE. Nothing personal, hon.

Danielle, Thank you for coming out of the closet with me. Now I don't feel so bad.

Cindy,

I like your idea of sending a donation to an equine rescue group in Dr. Richardson's name. Nice touch....

ALEX: Now that I've learned how to access this site - it's great. I, as many thousand other THANK YOU for all the work you put into this site each & every day.

My deepest condolences to the Dixon Family and all the others who were fortunate enough to know him and make him a part of their families. I hope this will ease the pain of loss for your families but please know that Mr Dixon is in greener pastures now and he is in the best of company with all the Greats From Yesteryear. Be assured that you all will be reunited in God's Kingdom.

And to "My Sweet Angel Barbaro", I wish you could know how many of us are with you in prayer each and every second of every day and how many tears we shed for you not only because of what you are going through but also because you represent what we as humans should be but somehow we have lost our way. We need you to teach us and show us the way back. I beg God and his Son, Jesus to watch over you with their ever loving hearts and to lead you down the path of recovery with their healing hands. DON'T YOU EVER GIVE UP ON YOURSELF BECAUSE WE WILL NEVER GIVE UP ON YOU - WE WHO REALLY LOVE AND CARE ABOUT YOU ARE IN THIS FOR THE LONG HAUL AND THEN BEYOND!!! If I could give my life to give you your life, I would not hesitate! Keep the faith and try to "cool your jets" with the ladies. They will be there for you when you are healed. I LUV YOU BARBARO!!! ****HUGS AND KISSES FOREVER****

And finally, Alex - I have several questions for you and I hope that you will E-Mail me at BASSET1FLA@AOL.com with the answers. (1)Once Barbaro is healed (and I have faith in God that he will be), do you think that some type of event to Honor Barbaro and all those who gave their all to heal him and who stood with him through it all could be but together. I know that there are thousands of us who would make the journey no matter how near or how far we would have to go to Honor The Legends. I know I'm asking this way in advance but "very special events" take a long time and alot of effort to put together. (2)I read an article by Susan with Springtime (I think that was her name)which stated that Barbaro would need special nutrients for the rest of his life and I know that can become costly. I think, and I hope that many others will agree with me, that the Jacksons, the entire NBC Staff, Michael Matz and Family, and Edgar Prado have given so much to us Barbaro Believers, I think it only right that we share in the after care of Barbaro. I would like to know if you could recommend anyone or a group of people who have experience in organizing Benefit Events. I would very much like to help in the organization of such events, but I need a Leading Hand. Could you please put me in touch with anyone who would qualify? I know there are others out there who would gladly help in the organization of such an event.

Also, have you seen any sites which are selling the magnet type ribbons which go on vehicles - you know, the type which is similar to the magnet ribbons saying "Support Our Troops". If you don't know of any, who would I have to get permission from and how would I go about getting something similar made up to honor Barbaro and NBC with a certain percentage of the sales going to the care and after care of Barbaro.

Thanks Alex - You Are A God Send! God Bless You and Yours and I look forward to hearing from you.

To All of Our Florida Friends

Keeping my eye on Chris. I heard it might come by Florida. Stay safe all of you!!!!

Susane E hahahaha!!! I must have missed that post.

Night All,

I definitely know the feeling of being ignored on this sight. I must have asked too many questions

Sweet Barbaro may you sleep well tonight.
Eat you lovely carrots and grow your hoof.

LYNDA...Go to ebay and type in Jet Run and select the category COLLECTIBLES...it will show you the three...

LYNDA,

Which post? I want to laugh!!

Lynda... here is your answer as posted by Pamela (see below). I now have Michael and Dr. R.

Paula...funny that you should ask about Dr. R....I just happen to have that information...
Dr. R. was born 08/30/1953....
Posted by: Pamela at August 2, 2006 06:25 PM

And now that I am cross-eyed from reading thru all the postings. I an signing off.

HORSE HANDS ACROSS AMERICA!
KEEP THE FAITH!

Susane E, the one where you said LYNDA PELLITTERI MUST DIE. And you said It's nothing personal LOL

Thanks, Linda. I saw her post for his birthday too.

AHHH Lynda - to be 32 again. My husband is 33 - still a baby - and I am 37. Everyone thinks I am younger - yippee.

I have always wondered ages on here. To me everyone seems so young and full of life on this site. Their wisdom may give them away but we all have so much spirit - everyone is young here!

Linda Lee thank you for that final humiliation...

And Lynda, thanks for confirming my guilty-as-charged status!

Huh... what did you read?

Linda Lee thank you for that final humiliation...

Posted by: Pamela at August 3, 2006 01:47 AM

Pamela ok thanks! I found it

LYNDA,

Oh, it isn't personal! Technically, I'm still 32 and every once in a while I get carded. You know, 40 is the new 30; 50 is the new 40, and so on...

It's being called "ma'am" that really frosts my cookies.

I think it is time I dragged my old a** off to bed...you young wippersnappersyou....

Pamela,
I started my day reading about New Joisey Jeff and it really upset me. I don't work with thoroughbreds - although I have ridden one - many of the horses I help care for are rescue horses. But each one has it's own personality, it's own quirks, likes, dislikes, etc. They are not machines but beautiful animals.

For years I've had a passionate love for the thoroughbred and have collected books and VCR's & DVD's about many of the famous ones. I think they are truly majestic and it's tragic to see so many of these noble animals lose their lives racing. I don't pretend to know the causes but feel strongly that we owe it to them to do EVERYTHING within our power to ensure their safety. It would make racing more enjoyable if you could watch a race without worrying about a breakdown.

Janice

well, I am a Gemini.....so pick one of me to talk to.

Love to my Brave Heart,
Susan

Lynda - do you happen to live in near the Jersey Shore?? We can hang out :) LOL We could do the beach - don't worry - I will bring my laptop so we don't miss any posts

Cheryl Tapley

While I believe your heart is in the right place, Barbaro's connections are well able to care for him.
A benefit in his honor to raise money for those less fortunate horses would be a much more appropriate tribute to Barbaro and those that care for him.

But there is still a very long way to go yet. We can't put the "cart before the horse".....( I KNOW, SORRY GUYS but it was the only expression that came to mind!)

Danielle, People think I am younger too. Most of the time they think I am about 19 or 20. Few people think I look past 20. I know I look very young and I haven't been able to correct that LOL.

Danielle, sadly, no. I live in Texas, just north of Houston. Being on this site makes me wish I lived on the east coast though!!! Or at least in Kentucky. It would be neat to be around you all.

Pamela are you still here...

Huh... what did you read?

Linda Lee thank you for that final humiliation...

Posted by: Pamela at August 3, 2006 01:47 AM

Posted by: Linda Lee at August 3, 2006 01:50 AM

ShelleyA

Thank you for the good wishes. I hope Chris fizzles soon. I thought that when family visited in July and August they wouldn't have to worry about hurricanes, but I guess I'll have to re-think that idea.

Janice

Okay, quick funny story here. I am going out of town on vacation to Lincoln City, OR for a week. We won't have internet access there. Of course I can't imagine a day (or twice a day) when I can't check on Barbaro. So, my friend that is watching my cats is also going to check this site for me twice a day and call me with updates. She's coming over to my house tonight so I can teach her how to navigate. Barbaro, you've made me crazy!

Ashley

That is so true Janice...very well put...I would dread Derby day and be excited all in the same moment...I Tivo'd it so I could watch the final announcers talk after the race...If they said sad things and appeared distraught at the end of the recording, I wouldn't have to watch...if I heard and saw a happy announcer, I'd watch the race...That is pretty pathetic isn't it...

Not Barbaro related, but we're all animal lovers here, waiting to hear "ACD"!!--ALEX, honey, all is well...?

Anyway, there is a new baby elephant at the zoo here in St. Louis; she is the first baby of Raja, who was also born here! I can't do the link thingy, but anyone interested in meeting her, go to ksdk.com, and the link to the elephant story and video is on the right side.

Lynda - Now your pushing it - LOL :)))) I get 27 but I will take it. Like Susan said - 'just don't call me ma'am'

Susanne E hahaha I dont like the Ma'am think either!!! Makes me feel 60. Yea, mabe the new 30 IS 20. That's fine with me!

speaking of birthdays, here's Edgar Prado's: June 12, 1967

It's me again, Alex. I forgot one thing - All of the E-Mails that are being posted on this site, the UPENN site, and the many other sites, is someone with each of these sites saving and printing the E-Mails. I know the E-Mails are in the thousands but it would be nice if someday they could all be put into a type of scrap book or maybe even a book. It's just an idea. Thanks for listening.

Ashley...you are going to have such withdrawal symptoms...better find the nearest public library in Licoln City...or the phone number of the nearest BA (Barbaromaniacs Anonymous)

OK, so I didn't go to sleep yet! Am I the ONLY one here born before 1950? Please, say it isn't so - even if you have to lie!

How are we going to communicate consistently about Dr. R's birthday gift? Gift certificate is great, donation also great - I just want to be included in whatever is planned...but there are vast periods when I'm not on the site (translate: WORK) and I'm afraid I'll miss the details.
Nancy

Danielle, oops!! Sorry about that LOL!!! 27 is still really good. As long as you dont look older is all that matters I think.

LYNDA and PAMELA,

About 9 years ago I was out with two of my comely, teen-age nieces, and some guys asked them of me, "Uh-uh-uh!! Is that all ya'lls mama?"

Suffice to say I was livid.

OMG. Edgar Prado's birthday was the day before "L" day.

That is very sad.

Cheryl, I sure hope so too. Personally I download a copy of the updates every day and save it, yes with all the comments. I even have all the old ones, including Dr.Andersons account of the first 24 hours. But thats just for here, and I had no idea I would end up saving 30+ pages.

And if being under 35 makes me a whipper snapper, I will take it...I hate the Ma'am thing. Enough with the pleasantries bub, and give me my groceries!!

xoxoxo

ANNA, thanks for Edgars birthday! His is near mine!

Good Night, Barbaro!
Horse hugs and smoochies to you!
I hope you are comfortable and resting well.
St. Francis will be watching over you as you sleep.
Dream sunny pastures and the wind in your mane, healing will take place in those quietest of moments as you sleep. Let's see that new hoof tissue grow and grow!
Blessings also to the Jacksons, Dr. R, and Edgar Prado and continued hope for the journey.
I believe in you, Barbaro, stay strong.
Sweet dreams . . .
XXOOXX Lou Ann, in Pennsylvania
P.S. I found the Gratefulness.Org website (thank you everyone) and lit candles there for Barbaro, also. L

So Edgar is a Gemini, just like me and my mother before me !

Healing thoughts and energies for Bobby, Mike Rea and everyone here.

May tomoprrow be a good day.

Good Night !

Don't you boomers love it when these younguns' who
say " I feel so bad that I feel like I am 60 ? HA HA HA"

Thanks Anna... I now have Dr. R's, Michael's, and Edgar's. Keep em coming.

speaking of birthdays, here's Edgar Prado's: June 12, 1967

Posted by: Anna at August 3, 2006 01:57 AM

HORSE HANDS ACROSS AMERICA
KEEP THE FAITH

Lynda - just was having fun with you - that is awesome you look 20!!! But if you were here at the beach, the sun shows its wear. Stay in Texas - your better off - when your 80 you will still look 50. I, on the other hand will be wrinkle city.

I am sure Barbaro will still love us - that unconditional love is the best.

Susan E LOL some guys are not good judges of age. I am sure they were just talking.

Trish - good questions. I'd be interested in those answers too.

Janice

it doesn't bother me a bit that people still think my kid is my brother.
;)

Lynda...you said you would keep a list of B'days...did you get Edgar's...Anna posted it...

Trish,

Don't feel bad,,these things (being ignored) seem to go in cycles. There are many of us that have expressed your same thoughts.

Please come back if atleast to read the updates our our Big Boy!!

Goodnight my sweet Barbaro. Hope you rest well.
WE ARE DOWN TO 1014 CANDLES. PLEASE LIGHT A CANDLE FOR BARBARO. gratefulness.org. Thanks

Anna...so sly ...so cool...so....so....so...

Pamela,

I have about 6 years on you. You're right about the "feel like 60" phrase. I usually say "I don't know what 60 is supposed to feel like, but I don't feel any different than I did 20, 30 years ago".

Janice

One of the kids at work said he was 'pushing 30'. I asked, "how hard?" He said he'd be 24 in October.
brat.

Susan - I think it said Edgar Prado's Bday was June 12 - not July 12th??? I thought thats what I read (hopefully)

Nancy in CT

NO, you are not the only one born before 1950 and I still hate the "Ma'am" thing!!

Pamela,
Yea, I picked up that "feel like 60" thing too.

Well, children, I turned 60 last month and am still as immature as ever!!!

I have a 37 year old son - a few years back (about 10) he and I would go out together for a few drinks and everyone always thought we were a couple - my son told me either you look great for your age or I look terrible for mine - proabbly a little of both. We sure did have fun fooling people. We would finally have to split up so we could meet people - if we didn't everyone assumed we were together. It was too funny.

Danielle LOL I know. I love the sun, but because of my job and school I dont get a chance to get out in it. That's probably saving me.

I have got to go!!! I absolutely hurt all over...must be OLD AGE...huh, guys...

Goodnight all...love you, love Bobby...love Dr...oopps...can't say that...

Pamie

Nancy in CT - the place my son and I would go (I worked there) was
HArbor Park - or America's Cup in Middletown, CT

I'm sure you have heard of the place??

Good Night Dear Barbaro
Rest Well
We All Love You So

Good Night Alex and All On This Wonderful Website

ACN is all we ask

yeah, who decided what an age was 'supposed' to feel like, anyway? Or for that matter, look like?

Hi Folks... I have Edgar's birthday as June 12th

HORSE HANDS ACROSS AMERICA
KEEP THE FAITH

To: Basset1@aol.com in Florida
Cheryl, Barbaro Jackson will have his first delivered Springtime's Basket of Joint Health Care and Horse Spirulina Wafers this coming Friday August 4, 2006. It will given to Dr. Dean Richardson to give to him personally. Still working on Springtime's President Hampt to personally deliver a larger order by early next week. Will keep you posted but his publicist said he really liked the idea...so pray everyone he says YES!!! Working on a couple more people including Governor John Lynch of NH to pitch in too. He is a grand champion sponsor for EPONA horse rescue along with famous actress Mary Tyler Moore (Dick Van Dyke Show) and her hubby, Dr. Levine out in California. Sent info to Senator John Sununu also. Pray they respond........
& contribute as NH ambassadors as well for our bobby Barbaro (the Magnificent)!

Pamela, Yea, I got the birthday.

Oops! I am afraid that I am the one that brought up the "feel like 60" on here. I should have said that it made me feel older. I didn't mean to offend anyone that is 60!!

Wm & CL

I will pray that they respond, what a wonderful and thoughtful idea.

xoxoxo

I am having issues, so just copied all of this instead of the link. I apologize.

UC Davis Discoveries Supporting Barbaro
August 2, 2006

As Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro fights to recover from life-threatening complications of an injury suffered during the May 20 Preakness Stakes, equipment developed at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine is being put to work to help save the famous colt.

The ambulance and splint used to transport and stabilize Barbaro after his right rear leg broke in three places were developed by Gregory Ferraro, now director of the UC Davis Center for Equine Health within the School of Veterinary Medicine. Both the ambulance and splint, manufactured by Kimzey Welding Works Inc. in Woodland, Calif., grew out of the company's work in the 1970s and 1980s with Ferraro, who was then a racetrack veterinarian and president of the Southern California Equine Foundation.

The ambulance features a hydraulic system that lowers the door to the ground and a winch that can pull a stretcher and horse safely into the ambulance, as well as a movable wall that can gently squeeze a standing horse to support it during transport to a veterinary hospital.

When Barbaro's condition worsened, they turned to using a novel sling developed at UC Davis called the Anderson sling. This unique lifting device allows a horse to be supported, with the weight taken off the legs, and to sleep standing up. It was developed at UC Davis by John Madigan, an expert in emergency equine veterinary medicine at UC Davis in conjunction with welder Charles Anderson and Rich Morgan. The sling was designed for use to lift weak and injured horses and has found its way into veterinary clinics around the world. The system uses a rectangular metal frame, hoisted above the horse, with a unique support that comfortably lifts the horse by the skeletal system. It is now also commonly used to support horses following surgery or an injury, and to airlift injured horses via helicopter from remote locations.

"The sling has saved many horses that could not rise on their own or needed to be comfortably supported in the upright position while they recovered from an injury," Madigan said, noting that more than 100 modifications were made to the sling during its eight years of development at UC Davis. "It's gratifying to know that Barbaro is resting comfortably in our sling and can rest his injured leg."

"We hope that this type of work continues," Ferraro said. "We are still far from solving all of the problems associated with equine performance injuries."

I absolutely love the age bonding thingy we did tonight...I'm sure we will hear about it tomorrow...WA WA WA WAWA WA (Charlie Brown's teacher's voice)....

"HEY EVERYONE......IMPORTANT HR503 INFORMATION

Just hung up the phone with John Hettinger. He is the gentleman that was the focus of the article in The Blood-Horse magazine. He is a member of the The Jockey Club, a trustee for the New York Racing Association and received a Special Eclipse Award in 2000. He is one of the leaders in the movement to ban horse slaughter.

I contacted his farm and, when I told them what I was calling about, they immediately gave me his direct number in Saratoga.

Told him about our group and that we wanted to help. He was very grateful and spent some time talking to me. We discussed the possibility of some of us going to Washington. He gave me the name and number of the person handling the public relations for this campaign and suggested that I call her and see if it would be something that she might want to put together.

We don't have much time so we need to act quickly.
Please let me know if any of you on the east coast would be willing to go to Washington for this cause. I'd like to have an approximate number before I speak to her.

I will be out for most of the afternoon. Could someone PLEASE repost this message throughout the day so we see what kind of response we get.
Then I'll call her tomorrow morning.

Thanks.

Posted by: ShelleyA at August 2, 2006 02:20 PM "

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

http://www.petitiononline.com/cares/

Posted by: Jo Edwards at August 2, 2006 09:54 PM

Shelly A. You turned 60 last month.What day? so did I July 7 .

I don't know if anyone's seen this article - it came up on Comcast news.

http://www.comcast.net/sports/others/index.jsp?cat=OTHERSPORTS&fn=/2006/08/02/447373.html&cvqh=tis_barbaro

Sleep well everyone, and lots of prayers for Bobby and ACN!

Barbara A.

Thanks to Pamela and Anna for the Birthdays of Dr. Dean Richardson and Edgar Prado...I missed the one for Michael Matz..does anyone have it?

Susan E...that is so cool! How do you find these things...?

Susan E: Thank you for sharing that, it was very informative, and I am sure they will learn even more from Barbaro's use with it.

Cheryl, 1/23/51

YOU CAN MAKE the greatest difference for him-
Sign that petition Online helps Barbaro win!
A new kind of race so pick up your pace-
Come in and visit and show us your face!

Stop "Oh No's" and "Uh Oh's" before they begin-
Barbaro's campaign travels where noone has been!
Small step for horses, one giant step for men-
Start today with a click of a key instead of when?

Change Recovery's Road name to Better Road soon-
Time is of essence as this day approaches noon!
Takes but a moment, a flashback in time-
Moments keep passing, hearing Barbaro's chime!

Go if you must, but remember these words-
Make Racing Tracks safer for thoroughbred herds!
Todays Hopes are Tomorrow's Can Dos-
Jockeys and Horses need to hear the good news!

America cares, how much will that be?
Putting words into action for citizens to see-
Campaign for Barbaro until we make a difference!
Recovery Road is our Better Road with reverence!

Go to www.petitiononline.com/cares/petition.html
(www.campaignforbarbaro) Thanks Alex for helping us help you. We need more Barbaro Ambassadors folks. We have them from Wisconsin, Florida, and New Hampshire. We're still working on California and Maryland. Whatever talented gifts you have we need your support from the rest of the fifty states son contact Deb L. at www.campaignforbarbaro.com (contact section) and tell us your story why Barbaro Means SO MUCH TO YOU!!! Remember Barbaro's motto: Many hands make light work and while he recovers we're campaigning for him until we make a difference!!
Come aboard with us concerned people. A few from each of our 50 states can help achieve the impossible, living the dream of seeing Barbaro come back safely home!

Posted by: Wm & CL at August 2, 2006 10:49 PM

PS: Light those candles folks --- go to www.gratefulness.org and remember Saturday's prayer and candlight vigil for loved ones & Bobby Barbaro at 7 pm EST (AUGUST 5th)!!!

Lynda P. knows Michael Matz's...I know it is 1951 ...LYNDA yoo hoo...what is the date...?

Cheryl Michael's is 1/23/51

Susan E- interesting article. It appears that Barbaro is a test case from the ambulance to the sling. I don't care, as long as it helps him and will help other horses.

How are ya doing Big Guy?

Talk to you tomorrow.
Love ya,
Edie

nighters, y'all~
sweaty..erm..sweet dreams.

Sleep well, Barbaro!

Susan E, fascinating article about Bobby's sling! Thanks for that.

Nancy in CT, lots of us here born pre-1950. We're only getting better, y'know.

Sally, I have a son in his late 30's too. Terrific guy, love of my life. (And, well, Barbaro too. LOL)

Just in case it was missed; Michael Matz's birthday is January 23, 1951

Posted by: Lynda Pellitteri at August 3, 2006 01:10 AM

Boy! I leave for a few days and all of a sudden we have a vegetable dress code and are exchanging birthdays. I am 1953 -- hello to my cohort; we must be in the horse fans' decade.

Bobby - Im going to bed now - I will dream sweet dreams of you runing in pastures and doing the wild thing with fillies!

You have a restful night - sleep deeply my love. I'll check on you in the AM - I love you very much. xxoo and scratchies.

Aunty Sally

Whoops, make that 1952. Too much driving today.

OK I really am going to bed this time...

GOOD NIGHT BOBBY...luv you guys...

I have been WITHOUT INTERNET since last Thursday and let me tell you it is not good.

I am overwhelmingly delighted to see that Barbaro is holding steady.

OH NO...MARILYN IN CA...you are here! I was worried that you got locked up in the public library...

Does anybody know how I can reserve a bracelet? I saw something about that, maybe 400 posts ago.

Goodnight Pamela!

Pam, HOW ARE YOU?????

Marilyn/Ohio

Didn't realize it's August already..my birthday was June 21. Another one of those crazy Gemini's

I just got here after, like, a 7-hour drive, and here I am, reading posts.

Just let Lisa Morin (I think...guys help me out) have your estimate of how many you want...That way she can guestimate how many to order...

Sweet dreams Barbaro and all of you.

Happily, I saw some critical letters over at Salon re: that article I mentioned a couple of days ago that was so, well, ugly, about Barbaro and his chances.

Thank you to all from here (whom I wouldn't recognize since I'm, sadly, only an occasional lurker) who may have been indignant enough to have risen to the challenge.

I will admit - I know nothing about racing ... or horses. The "Ted" in my name was my grandfather, who years ago loved Pimlico and his friends from there, who could have populated a 'Guys & Dolls' scenario.

But the greatest thrill I had as a child was the day that a friend of my *other* grandfather -- worlds and cultures away -- showed up at my grandparents' house astride a Tennessee Walker - and leading a saddled pony *just for me*! Just for me! Can you imagine ...

Half a century later, I've buried parents, friends and dear pets, some of whom I've had to have put down. I'm no starry-eyed sentimentalist, but I also understand the deep historical connection between horse and human. Just think - it's been about a century -- an eyeblink in history's march - since we depended on horses for our wars, for our transportation, for our livelihoods, for our farming -- for our lives. That people today still care deeply about our equine brothers and sisters is entirely appropriate and understandable. Compassion and caring radiates benefits out in ways we cannot even imagine.

So for all of you who care about Barbaro and his 'connections' (a new word for me) - be proud of yourselves.

I thank you all: connnections, friends, fans, medical teams, and everyone else who longs for something special in horses ... and humans.

May we all show, like Barbaro, the best we can do.

Hay,
on the age thing, you are never too young or old...for heavens sake, you could be kazooed by a bus tomorrow. (or I could be sitting at my computer by a window in a thunderstorm)
Neo,,I know we will hear about it tomorrow..LMAO some people shoud have better things to do...go wash your car in the rain..or do some research.

Love to my Brave Heart,
Susan
Believe in Miracles
Believe in Barbaro

My head is pounding...my neck is killing me ...my heiney is sore...I just can't get off the computer...and now you are here!

Okay, I'll catch Lisa tomorrow when she's online. Thanks! Go to bed now, Pam. Stay safe, Florida --all of you Florida people.

Great Post TEDLOVEDTHEPONIES...great post...

Pam --I've been reading...you've been trying to get off of this for a long time...Go to sleep and I'll "see" you tomorrow, okay?

Goodnight all...

Shelley, that is my birthdate too!!!!

TedLovedthePonies - how very touching. Hope you post again.

Welcome, TEDLOVEDTHEPONIES !!! Great story.

Neat story, TedLovedThe Ponies!!! welcome to the site!

Marilyn in CA,

Welcome back! Good to see you. I'm just signing off too, so I'll see you tomorrow - if I can find you in all the posts.

Goodnight, beautiful Barbaro. Sleep well and I'll see you tomorrow. Much love and light to you, sweetie pie.

TedLovedThePonies: Love your post, and yes Barbaro has a way of compelling people to go that extra mile, like he has.

You have posted before, as I remember the name, and to get your very own pony?? It's a good thing I was never able to get my very own pony, because the minute I would of seen it, I would of passed out!

Then my parents would be left wonderring what to do with the pony, and their daughter on the ground..lol

http://www.bloodhorse.com/

Marilyn/CA

Thank you for the good wishes. I hope Chris fizzles to nothing - and soon.

Janice

P.S. - about the bracelets - has anyone actually ordered yet??

MarilynCa: you sure your not loggin in from the local library computer? :)

1050 candles from 4 countries. Keep 'em coming, keep 'em lit.

OUR DEAR BOBBY,

God Speed big guy...sleep tight, don't let the bedbugs bite:0).

I have to get back to work as we are trying to spread the word 24/7 about you our sweet boy and how to improve the safety of all race tracks.

We are campaigning for HR503 as well and have bombarded the WI Representatives today with this issue. God Bless you Mr. Barbaro Jackson, we love you soooooooooooo....

Echoing WM & CL - Here's to you Barbaro!

"You raise US up so WE can stand on mountains.
You raise US up to walk on stormy seas.
WE are strong when you are on OUR shoulders.
You raise (US ALL) to more than WE can be

Debra, WI

Lynda Pellitteri

First day of summer, that's why I HATE the winter.
But you are much younger than me.

I will leave all you younger ones to it but I have enjoyed running through the posts tonight.

Just came on to check on the boy and to wish him, and all of you, a good night.

See you in the morning Barbaro, and have a great night. I'll wait for ACN !!!

Shelley. I love it that it's the first day of summer too. I like the winter now that I live in Texas. It is pretty mild here.

Thank you God for Bobby's right and perfect healing, and his complete recovery.

Bobby - Magnificent Spirit! one day closer to freedom!

The Light of God surrounds you
The Love of God enfolds you
The Power of God Protects you
The Presence of God watches over you
Wherever you are Bobby, God IS

Love, Light and Protection for Bobby

Night Bobbie B.

Janice

Lynda Pellitteri

I'm in PA and winter really sucks!!!

Shelley yikes! I bet is snows a lot up there. I wonder how Fair Hill deals with all that snow?

Lynda P

Winter is soooo depressing here. It's a little milder at Fair Hill but not much. I'm sure they have major equipment to keep their tracks clear.
The horses have to train everyday. I know they train here at Philly Park. The morning work outs at 6AM in the winter...ugh!!!!

Goodnight Bobby

Goodnight Barbaro Family:

Another day of positive news and positive posts. I'll call Kennett Florist tomorrow and place an order for something from the group.

Good to see that we are planning another vigil on Saturday. It keeps all of us focused on sending positive vibes to Bobby. Has anyone contacted NBC to see if they can be with Bobby at 7 on Saturday to complete the flow of positive energy?

Sweet Dreams Mr B.- I'm sure you are dreaming of fresh grass, fresh carrots, peppermints, and ginger snaps. We are all here for you. Just lean on us if you get tired.

Believe in Miracles,
Believe in Barbaro.

Becky and Chip.

PS. There are really some talented folks associated with this board. I'm in awe of your talents.

To Lyn Gilbert:

It is so hard to catch up here, now that a full day of posts = close to 1,000! It was the end of last night's posts when I mentioned, after reading the connection you mentioned about Barbaro being a "messenger", that his pony horse is named Messenging... if that wasn't a sign, I don't know what would be.

Still looking forward to reading the revised and enhanced version of Barbaro's Dream with the inclusion of our favorite Edgar.

And since I read your story, it seems that Gallant Secret has yet another companion to keep her company. I am seriously wondering whether New Joysey Jeff knew he had a problem with his legs and that is why he had acted out at the track after apparently performing perfectly predictably for some time. These two incidents where he had pulled off in his previous two races may have been his way of trying to tell someone that he knew he shouldn't be there - ?? Instead of listening to him, they were trying to go through the proof that he could be reliably raced again. Does anyone else think this has an credence as a precursor to his injury? I know trainers are close to their charges, I know most trainers probably love horses, but it is a business, isn't it???

Pretty soon, if we stay this close to this cause and do nothing, it is not only the horses who will be destroyed, but we will be as well.

For those of you new to this site, if you would like to view Barbara Livingston's photograph of the beautiful filly, GALLANT SECRET, to which we continue to refer, you can go back to Alex's Update 18 where he has it highlighted in his comments up top. You will be heartbroken.

Shelley in CA

Barbaro beautiful:

Fell asleep again, but wanted to wish you sweet dreams. Lots of healing and happy thoughts, okay?

Tommorrow your miracle continues :)

I Love you Barbaro
xoxoxo

Believe in Miracles
Believe in Barbaro

Goodnight Brave Heart.
Sometimes, when I see your x-rays, no matter how bad they were, to see the name Barbaro Jackson on them was a smile. You are Barbaro (add your last name) to all of us.
Time to grow hoof, dear one.

Shelley,
I remember those winters. I thought I left that behind and in February I flew to PA to surprise my daughter and son-in-law for their joint birthday party. Wouldn't you know it snowed 21 inches the day after I got there.

Janice

Lisa - are you still there? Can you give me information about the bracelets?

Janice

Shelley, I can't imagine having to run a horse around the track with the temperature is 30 degrees. I think I would probably freeze to death. I love the heat much more.

Janice

I lived in Florida for 5 years in the 70's. I loved it there. My mother lived down there for 30 years until she passed away 2 years ago so I spent lots of time there. I remember how I always had to worry about her during the hurricane season.
I would like to move back to Florida. I just feel
good when I get off the plane and see the palm trees. It would be a perfect place for my horses. There are some good trainers there. But it's hard to relocate alone at my age.
Don't have any friends left there.

Lisa Morin -

We would be grateful if you would forward info on the bracelets, too:

shayse2@yahoo.com

Thank you; you must in inundated by now...

Shelley in CA

Shannon et al --
You guys should have seen me in the library in my hometown -- desperate to log in, using my mom's library card and discovering that the web page not only wanted the number on the back of the card but also...a password! My mom is computer illiterate and I knew she would never have selected a password...and, of course, I could not select one for her, because I could not log into the library site...because I couldn't get online. I was one frazzled Barbarmaniac. I started frantically plugging numbers in. It turned out to be defaulted as the last 4 numbers of her phone number. Sweet reward: Another Comfortable Night!!

Glad to be back home and able to engage in The Pause That Refreshes...by the way, I think most of Alex's million hits are probably me, hitting the refresh button.

PAM, HOW OLD R U? NOT THAT IT MATTERS. I HOPE I'M AS COOL AS YOU AND SALLY- AND THE REST WHEN I'M YOUR AGE. JO SENT ME THE AOL LINGO (ACRONYMS)- ALL THE LOL & YGM. I WAS THINKING. NOW SHE'S A BIT OLDER THAN ME AND SHE'S GOT THE LINGO DOWN BETTER THAN I DO AT 39!! :>)

GOODNIGHT SWEET BARBARO JACKSON!! :>) I HAD BEEN CALLING YOU THAT EVERYDAY, AND GOT OUT OF THE HABIT. ANYWAY, HAVE A GREAT PAIN FREE REST WHILE YOUR HOOF KEEPS GROWING. MAY GOD WATCH OVER YOU AND HEAL YOUR INFECTION.

I LOVE YOU,
CHERYL
INDY
:>)

Barbaro, you continue to inspire the human race by your example of strength, courage, and undaunting determination. You are a magnificent horse, your inspiration continues to touch us all.
We LOVE YOU! GET WELL SOON, BIG FELLA :)

Dear Sweet Beautiful Prince,

Have "Another Comfortable Night" and just keep healing, healing and healing.

I love you,

Carol

Lynda,
Imagine working in Janurary in 10 degrees or less ...At least , they have coats...we had our S**tkickers and denims on... But then again, we had em on in 100 degrees....

Love,Susan

Sweet dreams Barbaro! Lighting more candles and saying more prayers! Wish you could read some of these crazy posts! It would make you laugh and we all know laughing in healthy and healing!
Sleep well and looking forward to hearing more tomorrow!

Believe in Barbaro!
Believe in Miracles!
Good night from Virginia!

Nancy in VB :)

Hi, Cheryl. Pam's birthday is up there somewhere. It was within a year of mine, I think; I was born in 1952.

I know; we all sound really old. Believe me, 54 feels the same, inside, as being 39...only our bodies are aging. So far! Knock wood!

SusanW, Oh my gosh, I cannot imagine that at all!!! that's not even fun. That right there would keep me from being an exercise rider.

Shelly in CA, I think that with every other business there are people of great integrity and then there are those who just want a buck or who are not educated yet about the capabilities of a young horse. I also feel that these two year olds are too young to race. Someone wrote about this last night on this site and I agree. I think it's hard to prove what caused an injury but generally speaking I feel the racing business needs to reform. My Dad used to have race horses and I heard plenty of unsavory stories. It's a gambling industry and has very ancient roots in our heritage so it is slow to change.

Bless the beautiful horses!

Bonnie in CA

My cat has jumped onto my laptop twice and erased my posts before I could send them, so here it is, short and sweet...

Shelly A--If I start getting a bunch of prank 911 calls about animals, I will FIND you, lol

Lynda in Texas--You, me, Anna & Susan E need to take a road trip to NBC! We might have to hit up some fellow Maniacs along the way for gas money though...lol

Welcome to all the new posters here on behalf of the Barbaromaniacs!

Time for me to go beddy-bye Big Guy. Have ACN and more healing!

Catch you guys on the flip side, gotta get up early tomorrow! Sweet Dreams!

Believe in Miracles
Believe in Barbaro

I'M A MAN AND I'VE BEEN FOLLOWING BARBARO SINCE HIS ACCIDENT. MOST MEN MYSELF INCLUDED ARE BAD TYPIST AND WOULD RATHER READ THAN TYPE.

BELIEVE IN MIRCLES
BELIEVE IN BARBARO

Shannon (& Zeena),

I think you asked about the cartoon that had been linked by someone on this site a long time ago, of Barbaro with his leg up in a hospital bed reading the paper. That is on Peb's website.

http://www.pebsite.com/sketch-of-the-month.shtml

In the "What's New" area there is another one of Barbaro and competitors. And there are many others reflecting the humorous and poignant in the racing world. Peb has amazing talent,and he obviously loves horses.

Alex, thanks for the interview with Dan Hendricks. I have no doubt that he is one who cares deeply about all horses too. And he also raises us up by his own example. I hope he has much success with Brother Derek and more.

Hope Barbaro has another comfortable night and day, surrounded by love and care. Hope we can all continue to make a difference in the lives of all his other "brothers and sisters."

I just had to say that. My dearest friend is going Friday to see Alex...I said , what are you wearing...he said..oh shorts and open toed sandles...I just went..ok.....couldn't say a word.

Love S.
Believe in Miracles
Believe in Barbaro

Another good day, Bobby. Keep it up Sweet Boy. You should sleep well after that nice massage. Now have a good night & I look forward to hearing those wonderful words, "another comfortable night." God bless, heal, & protect you. See you in the morning Handsome Barbaro. Nite, nite.XXOO

Good night, sweet, brave Old Soul.

No update tonight. No news is good, quiet, news.

Sleep well tonight, little one (for you are still a baby, 17 hands high or not). Rest and heal. Be careful getting up and down. Have ANOTHER COMFORTABLE NIGHT and heal, leg, heal; grow, hoof, grow!!

Soon your Michael will be home!!

See you tomorrow, sweet Bobby.

ANOTHER ALEX ARTICLE- AND ABOUT OUR VIGILS ETC...

CHERYL
INDY
:>)

http://www.kentucky.com/mld/kentucky/sports/15177246.htm?source=rss&channel=kentucky_sports

Phyllis, you are right. We need to take a week off and just go there and see the hospital, then go to Fair Hill. I don't know the area that well, but I bet there is a lot of areas to see.

Sorry Shelly A, I meant to put Susan E!!

BTW "boomer" here too...1958

ShelleyA - thank you for your post.

Pretty soon, if we stay this close to this cause and do nothing, it is not only the horses who will be destroyed, but we will be as well.

Posted by: Shelley in CA at August 3, 2006 02:45 AM

Love, Light and Protection for Bobby

Lynda
We'll take my Trans Am with the T-tops off and let the wind blow in our hair and think of Barbaro...:)

For Barbaro:

Cousin of Pegasus,
Fleet of foot,
Beloved by the gods and mankind alike.
No need for your hooves to touch the ground
just yet,
As you fly closer to the stars,
Borne on your mission by wings uplifted by love
and hope.
We await your return to us, and to our world.

Sleep well, Bobby.

I would like to hitch a ride on that road trip to NBC....and I would pitch in some gas money, too.

Another Boomer here also.

Elaine S.

Phyllis that sounds like a plan!!! Will there be enough room to get Michael Matz and Dr. R in the car to bring them back with us?

Thanks, Bonnie, for your insights: Just as we suspect - as with many animal industries, there are deep dark areas where we risk our humanity if we dare to look.

Thank God we have Barbaro - the Force of the Horse - to help build awareness and reawaken our consciousness. And of course that means, thank you for the Jacksons who allowed this miracle to happen, and thank you for the healing hands and hearts who are continuing the cause.

Bless you, too.

Shelley

MARILYN,
YOU KIDS(PAMELA) ARE YOUNG- I WAS STARTING TO THINK SHE WAS 70 THE WAY SHE WAS TALKING, THATS FUNNY!!! :>) WE ALL THINK WE ARE OLD, LIKE TURNING 30, THEN TURNING 39 ETC.... NEXT ONE IS BIG!!!

LOVE AND PRAYERS,
CHERYL
INDY

I guess I better show my location since everyone else is!

Elaine, sure, I bet there is enough room.

JOB APPLICANT

A local business was looking for office help. They put a sign in the window saying:

HELP WANTED
Must be a good typist and be good with a computer. Successful applicant must be bilingual. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

A short time later a lovely bay horse trotted up to the window, saw the sign and went
inside. He looked at the receptionist and nodded his head, then walked over to the sign, looked at it, whinnied and pawed the air.

The receptionist called the office manager. He was surprised, to say the least, to see a horse applicant. However, the horse looked determined, so he led him into the office. Inside, the horse laid down and stared at the manager expectantly.

The manager said, "I can't hire you. The sign says you must be able to type."

The horse jumped up, went to the word processorr and proceeded to quickly type a perfect business letter. He took out the page and trotted over to the manager, gave it to him, then laid back down.

The manager was stunned, but told the horse, "That was fantastic, but I'm sorry. The sign clearly says that whoever I hire has to be good with a computer."

The horse jumped up again, went to the computer and proceeded to demonstrate his expertise with various programs, internet marketing, and produced a sample spreadsheet and database; then presented them to the manager.

The manager was dumbfounded! He said to the horse, "Hey, I realize that you are a very intelligent applicant and have fantastic talent, but you're a horse -- no way could I hire you."

The horse trotted over to the sign in the window and pointed his hoof at the words, "Equal Opportunity Employer."

The exasperated manager said, "Yes, I know what the damned sign says. But the sign also says you have to be bilingual."

The horse looked him straight in the eye and said, "Meow."

I HATE EARTHQUAKES!!!!!


Sorry for yelling but they make me crazy. I went through Loma Prieta years ago and they scare the begebers outta me.


Bobby time for me to tuck you in. I know many others have been by to say goodnight and give you a kiss.


So I'll just pull your blanket up around your neck and tell you to sleep tight. Snooze and snore all you want. Just try not to scare the help with all your loud snoring!


ACD, AGD and ACN those are my favorite acronyms!


Michael's Miracle
PS I'm fine and so is my house. I just hate the roller coaster ride that makes up an earth quake. You never know just how bad it can get.

Margaret did you guys just have an earthquake?

MARGARET,

WTF? Where are you? Did you just have a quake? Everything ok?

Gloria: Thank you so much for the link to that cartoon, it makes me smile. Thats our guy!! I thought I was going nuts, but I could of swore I had seen one. Again thank you so much. I will look at the other cartoons as well. They are fantastic

And for all our friends who don't like to cut and paste.

Click here for Barbaro Cartoon

Mariyln Ca: Well I am so glad you didn't have a meltdown at the library or we would of read about you in the news. Speaking of the library, I got a good A&E video from there called " In The Company of Horses" it was quite long. It showed Monty Roberts, starting a horse, rather then breaking it. Many other wonderful things well.

Dennis: I agree totally, my husband is the same way, he wont come on here, instead he lives vicariously through me and my ability to type :)

Ken: I saw your post and thank you for sharing your thoughts.You are absolutely right, Barbaro really does inspire many.

Shelley Ca: I agree with you about NJJ and his behavior, it could of been a pre-cursor. I guess we will never know. And Gallant Secret, I don't know, breaks my heart, Ruffian broke it in two, but her, her gorgeous face just touched me. I really hope that one day we are able to locate her connections and send some sympathy their way. I would also hope that one day they can come forward with what exactly happened. I know it must be a hard time for them.

Susan E. ROTFLOL

Elaine

Susan E

That was VERY cute!!!!

Thanks! My aunt just sent it to me, except her version is about a dog.
Also cute, but this is a horse blog, n'est-ce pas?

Hi Barbaromaniacs--
Say, Debra B., I'm a Buckeye too! Thought it was tooo cool that Dr. R is an OSU grad. Nice to know another person from Ohio on this site.

Love reading everyone's comments. Have any of you heard about the sad fate of Sunday Silence in Japan? When they determined he wasn't fertile any more, they sent him to a slaughter house. A Kentucky Derby winner! People like that make me want to puke.

Another comment I've heard is that we're more concerned about an animal than other people. My guess is that the wonderful people on this site probably care MORE about people and other living things. Whatever people put together to help our beloved racehorses, count me in.

Sweet dreams, Barbaro. Rest and heal, dear one. Feel the circle of love and protection around you.

Peace,
Kathy from Ohio

Kathy, that was Ferdinand. Sunday Silence died of Laminitis/infection or something or other.

Yeah my bookcase started rattling a little. then the house shook. God there scary. It felt like it went on FOREVER. But it was probably over in 5-10 secs.


MM

ShelleyA

I think you would really love Marion County - the Ocala area. It's lovely horse country. Also, the fact that it's center state, it doesn't take the brunt of a storm if a hurricane does hit. They weaken a bit when they hit land.

You're right about the warm weather making you feel better. Visiting PA last February reminded me of all the reasons we moved.

We just moved 5 years ago and I was 56 at the time. Sometimes you have to chase your dreams.

Not to be too personal, but if you wouldn't mind mentioning it - where did your mother live?

Janice

LOVE the Barbaro cartoon!

Goodnight everyone. This "old' lady is going to bed.
Have a peaceful night and may tomorrow bring news of ACN for our beloved Barbaro.

Sunday Silence died Aug. 19, 2002, of laminitis.

SHANNON, LOVED THE SKETCH OF BOBBY IN THE HOSPITAL- THAT WAS SO CUTE!!! :>)

I HAVE TO GO WATCH YOUR DAILYMOTION VIDEOS. I WAS TOO TIRED TO DO IT LAST NIGHT, BUT I THINK I HAVE ONE SAVED IN MY FAVORITES.

LOVE & PRAYERS,
CHERYL
INDY

The Canceling card was right move at Saratoga
Barbaro effect is beginning to manifest itself
If even part of a racing card has been canceled here because of heat, it is beyond memory. There is no record of an entire card being canceled for any reason. But early Wednesday morning, with weather forecasts calling for temperatures in the high 90s, New York Racing Association officials convened a meeting to which representatives of jockeys, trainers, veterinarians and stewards were summoned, then announced that the day's racing would be canceled.

READ THE ENTIRE ARTICLE AT NEWSDAY.COM

Margaret yikes! I am glad everything is fine. Though. No one hurt.

Oh my I loved that Barbaro cartoon! Somebody send it to Alex so he can put it on the list of announcements in the morning! Oh my I bet Bobby would fall over laughing if he saw that!BR>

Better yet, somebody send it to Dr R! I bet he'd laugh.


I needed that. I still hate earthquakes but I needed that laugh. Yes, I live in CA and my house just went for a roller coaster ride--only no one bothered giving me head ups before hand.


MM

Margaret...I went to your site, Michael's Miracle. I enjoyed it....thanks!

Susan E.

Good grief - that was hysterical!!!!! I have to send that one to all my horsey friends.

I'm so glad I scrolled backwards far enough to read that.

Thank you, thank you!!!
Janice

SHANNON, ARE YOU SHANNONB? ON DAILY MOTION- I JUST LINKED WITH YOU - THE CHANNEL THING. I SEE MYSELF AND MY DOG ON YOUR PAGE- WITH MY HEAD CUT OFF!!--SERIOUSLY, GUESS I BEST CHANGE THAT PIX!! LOL!! :>)

LOVE & PRAYERS,
CHERYL
:>)

This is a plea that I have been meaning to make for some time: If anyone out there has the facility by which to easily locate the mailing addresses for the owners and trainer of Gallant Secret, I am certain that many on here would like to relay their condolences. I know that James Jackson was her trainer, if that helps.

She was just one horse of many we now grieve, but she seems to embody such emotion... just like one Barbaro in whom we have invested so much. They are intertwined, and I for one would like to express my appreciation for her life to her owners and trainer who must be in grief.

Thanks to anyone who can provide this information - if you do not want to publish it on this list, please email me at

shayse2@yahoo.com

We do believe.

Shelley in CA

Janice

My mother lived in North Miami Beach.

I've always been one to try and chase my dreams but it's a little more difficult to go it alone at this stage. My husband died five years ago and I'm on my own. Really all the more reason to move. Especially now, I'm unemployed after many years at the same job. Company sold and they didn't keep any of us. Starting over again is just so hard when you hit 60. Moving to a place I don't know anyone is a little scary now. There are so many more issues to consider than when you're younger.

Wasn't that Barbaro cartoon fantastic? The others were quite good too.

There's plenty of entertainment here. Who needs TV?

Janice

Yes its me Cheryl :) I will have to go check it out!

Dennis: Saratoga was smart to do that, I think they new given the recent breakdowns at Arlington and sadly the worst one at Del Mar, really got them thinking. Its not just the public awareness that has been raised, its the owners too.

Look at Funny Cides team, they did not come right out and say that Arlington was messed up, they did say that "track conditions were part of their decision not to run him" So your right Barbaro awareness is catching on, I call it the domino effect :) And by the looks of things it couldn't of come sooner.

xoxox

Cheryl from Indy-

Am going to Vegas in two and a half weeks, love it there. Ironically, I am staying at the
Mirage so I will get to see the white tigers and dolphins every day.

Bobby - Hope you are having another comfortable night and dreaming of the day you get to go home.
Love and kisses.

ShelleyA,
I'm sorry about losing your hubby. You're right, of course - there are many things to consider. But Florida is a state made up of people from all over the northeast - so everyone can feel at home here. A Florida native is really hard to find.

Well, I know you're signing off now, and I am too. Perhaps we can pick up this thread at another time.

Good night Barbaro family!!

Janice

Dennis
I was glad to see that about Saratoga, too.

Welcome to the message board.

SHELLEY A AND ALL WHO HAVE BEEN POSTING REGULARLY,

If any of you have the names of the horses that have recently brokedown and where I can get photo's, please email me at dlopez7@sbcglobal.net.

I'm posting a page for them all at www.campaigningforbarbaro.com

Thanks and God Bless,
Debra, WI

ShelleyA

I am so sorry about your loss. This must be a tough time for you.

My Precious Barbaro:) May you have a wonderful night filled with peace, HEALING and free from discomfort. Father, please take care of Barbaro as he sleeps. May your angels keep watch over him and continue to whisper words of encouragement to him. Amen

Love You Very Much,
Jeanette Cavalier

Team Barbaro:) May all of you have a night that is peaceful and calm. Thank you again for lighting Barbaro's candles at www.gratefulness.org

Father: We thank you for the "MIRACLE OF BARBARO".

Someone suggested that I call Barbaromaniacs Annoymous(BA) while I'm gone on vacation since I won't have access to the internet. Does anyone have their phone number? :)

Ashley

My Precious Barbaro:) May you have a wonderful night filled with peace, HEALING and free from discomfort. Father, please take care of Barbaro as he sleeps. May your angels keep watch over him and continue to whisper words of encouragement to him. Amen

Love You Very Much,
Jeanette Cavalier

Team Barbaro:) May all of you have a night that is peaceful and calm. Thank you again for lighting Barbaro's candles at www.gratefulness.org

Father: We thank you for the "MIRACLE OF BARBARO".

Ashley
I just got back from six days at my mom's -- no computer and I was too busy running her around on her errands to go to the library more than once. Boy was I ready for BA!!

Shelley I am really sorry about the loss of your husband. That Has to be really hard and scary to loose your husband, loose your job, and move to an unfamiliar place!!! Yikes!!

The joke is that we will have to have BA meetings online -- With Each Other!!!

Hey, Nancy in CT...It RREALLY isn't so! But.\, we're just hitting our stride now aren't we, Ladies.

Sally: Ruffian was the most beautiful of creatures. She was big and tall, dark Bay (almost Black), her head was exquisite.She could fly, and would NEVER be headed. I saw her. I loved her. Anyone would. Read the book about her; find all the video you can; and I'm sure we all look forward to seeing the long over-due movie about her, coming out next June.

Jo: Loved "The Wind"...absolutely beautiful!

Wm & CL: Bless You!

Janice: Amen!

Claiming races: It seems to me that the people endorsing claiming races and doing that "shoulder shrug" about them, are seeing the horses as "somethings" rather than "someones"..commodities(?) as someone said. The racing BUSINESS...gee, the more I know about it, the sadder I become.
And yet, there are "racing people" like Tim and Alex, and the Jacksons, and so many of you...I'm confused,perplexed, and very tired.

Good night, Sweet Boy. Good work was done today...(even though we never got a post from Vigo) There's always tomorrow.

Good night Everyone. Looking forward to the next >UP

Marilyn that is a good idea LOL

Hi. I'm Marilyn and I'm a Barbaroholic...duh...

Twelfth Step work: Finding other people who are obsessed with Barbaro and inviting them to join the website.....Oh, Lord, this isn't going to work at all....

HI. My name is Lynda and I am a Barbaroholic. I have suffered from this disease for 4 months, and I am here to get help.

Wow, that feels good to get that out!

...date. There, now off to bed.

Barbaroholic, I think you've created a new word.

Ashley

NEXT MOTH I'MM GOING TO BE IN MAINE BACKPACKING FOR A MONTH. BY THEN I HOPE BARBARO IS DOING 1000% BETTER BECAUSE I WON'T KNOW WHATS HAPPENING

Lynda P. -- No help from this quarter, I'm afraid.

Okay. I just got home from a six day absence and need to do something other than check this website -- ya think??? See you all later.

Evening everyone!

Had to smile when I read about the tigers & lions at NBC. I have a friend who has several big cats (long story involving an ex-husband who thought it would be "neato"). She takes excellent care of them for those who are wondering - USDA inspectors tell her they're in better care than in most zoos. I've come to love them dearly - though I'd still rather see them in the wild living like they should. But, it is really cool interacting.

Great to see all the positive posts once again tonight - keep it up people: it's helping Bobby and the Jacksons & Matz's too!

Alex, thanks once again for your tireless efforts - they're appreciated more than you'll know.

Will include Mr. Dixon in my prayers as well as New Joysey Jeff, and all the other horses who have either broken down or met the worse fate of a killer buyer.

Big B - Heal Strong and Heal Sound, my friend. Your on the path; don't deviate!

Love to you all! Have a great night!

-Julie

Debra, WI -

What a great idea to post the photographs of all the horses who have broken down recently (although I am afraid the more we look, the more we will find...). The more we can personalize this issue, the more effect I believe we can have. IF YOU CAN LOOK IN THAT (ANY?) HORSE'S EYES, how can you deny the rightness of this cause? I for one believe the reason we have the strength and miracle of Barbaro's power is that he has been personalized to all of us - we can look in his eyes and see this soul!

How Gallant Secret's photograph has affected us, even though we never had the opportunity to meet her - it feels as though we had. She speaks to us through those beautiful eyes.

Perhaps Barbara Livingston has other photographs which she hasn't published - ?

The power of the photographs if we can gather them reminds me of the card I received some time ago (*my reputation is well known*) which showed a group of sweet farm animals in a group looking out at me, and the inside message said something to the effect that, if we were "closer" to our food many more of us would be vegetarians...

More power to you, Debra, and I hope we can find these photographs. Thanks for all you are doing - you were among the first.

Shelley in CA

Please, everyone, we are not trying to make light of alcoholism, which, as we all know, is a serious disease, and AA is a wonderful organization. We are just being silly.

Thanks --

Good night ----

Marilyn you are probably right. None of us want help!!! LOL.

Dennis: maybe we can arrange for a Cessna to fly over maine everymorning with the update on a large banner.. Hopefully reading ACN!! Another comfortable night!

Ot look for smoke signals...A...C....N

I went camping for 3 days and went bonkers!! I went to the store and they have a guestbook where you can leave suggestions and comments, So I signed it and said , Suggestion: Get Barbaro updates from timwoolleyracing.com, Comments: GO BARBARO GO....

the people who own the store are probably still scratching their heads..lol

My condolences to Michael Matz. I feel so sad for him. First Barbaro, and now the death of someone who was close to him. It is said that God doesn't give us any more than we can handle, but it seems that Mr. Matz has been given his fair share of pain lately. Let's all say an extra prayer or two for him to help him through this difficult time.

Good night sweet Barbaro. Get a good night's sleep, pleasant dreams, and awake tomorrow to give it all you've got! I'm right there with you baby boy, and will be until the day you go home! I love you Barbaro!

The miracle continues.

LYNDA --THAT WAS FUNNY- THE "BARBAHOLIC"!!! HE-HE!!! :>)

DENNIS, I AGREE, I THINK VERIZON WIRELESS SHOULD BE SENDING DAILY TEXT MESSAGES ABOUT BARBARO FOR THOSE OF US WHO WORK AND CAN'T ALWAYS ACCESS THE COMPUTER DURING THE DAY.

DEBBIE- THOSE WHITE TIGERS ARE JUST GORGEOUS, AREN'T THEY!! I'VE STAYED AT THE MIRAGE TOO AND ACTUALLY THAT'S WHERE I'VE HAD MY BEST LUCK WINNING. $$$$ GOOD LUCK!! :>)

THIS TIME I'M OFF FOR THE NIGHT.
I ALREADY SAID MY NIGHTY TO BOBBY AND HIS PRAYERS.

LOVE & PRAYERS,
CHERYL

Sandie, I don't wanna start anything, but I want to know where it says that "God does not give us anything we can't handle". I think God DOES give us things we can't handle, so we learn to trust and rely on Him. Anyhow, I pray that Michael has peace and has plenty of people around him who care.

Sandie: you are right, and I will, and also for Fitz Eugene Dixon himself who has passed and left such a wonderful legacy

For those interested.

Barbara Livingston is probably the most important horse artist in this world. The fact that she has given us access to her work with Bobby is awesome.
She has done major art on every champion...and I am honored she has let us use her photos. I could not believe it.

Thank you Barbara, and I have been in awe of your work for years.

S.

To all the boomers - just got caught up on all the age talk. I am a 30-something, closer to 40. Got married less than a year ago, spend all my time looking for Bobby info and updates. I'll be lucky if I make it to anniv. #1! I can't help it though- right now this is more important than my husbands dinner and other needs. Not really a good cook anyway- he's probably better off.

Yes, on a more serious note, I do pray for Michael Matz. He has been through so much lately. I know he has tried to put the plane crash behind him but now he has had more to deal with than anyone would be able to handle. I can't imagine how it must feel for him to come to work everyday with the pain inside. He has to keep going, for the other horses and to just keep going in life. I admire him. I also pray for him. I want him to know that his horse has made a differnce in the lives of so many. More than a TC would have.

Ashley

Debbie, is this your first marriage? I ask because I am 32 and never been married. I guess there is still hope LOL. I wonder if Michael Matz has a son....

I heard Michael say one in an interview that when he gets on a plane and there is turbulence he instictively grabs the seat. Yikes! I can't imagine flying like that.

This is what I found for GALLANT SECRET..

OWNERS: James F. & Martha O. Fortney
Elkhorn Oaks, Inc.

I found the following address:
2700 Woodlake Road
Midway, KY 40347

Lynda - Yes my first, I was two months shy of 36 when we got married. There's always hope. I dont know about Michael Matz kids, Dr. Dean's son is college age.

Lynda: keep the faith, I am the same age, and just got married on June 24th, yes I am the one who at the altar, spent my time praying for Barbaro. It was a Catholic ceremony, so I had alot of time on my hands :)

And getting married at 32 I felt old, because everyone else seems to marry so much younger, but if I had married every person who had asked, I would of been divorced about 4 times by now.

When its right, you know its right, and who cares if your over 30 ;)

Debbie: My husband knows I am in full blown Barbaro mode...he doesnt even ask whats for dinner anymore..lol

Thanks Ernie-

Does one person want to send something. A card maybe describing what we all feel for Gallant Secret? Or should we each send something? I don't want to overwhelme them.

Ashley

Ernie: Thank you SO much!!! I can finally mail my card... Any chance of a phone # ? If so you can email it to me :)

xoxoxo

Ashley: I think we can all send something, I don't think they will be overwhelmed.. well ..at least not in a bad way.

Yup, there is always hope!!!! It will have to be to someone who is crazy about horses, that is for sure. LOL

Shannon & Zeena - I can relate to the never-ending Catholic ceremonies, I feel your pain. I eloped to avoid all that. My husband doesn't understand the Bobby thing - must be the tough cop thing. He did get us a laptop so when we go away in a couple of weeks I wont have to worry about checking on Bobby. That happened on our last trip.

Shannon/Zeena
thanks for the laugh......again..you always make me smile.
Good for you ,Girl...I have been married three times myself. Yikes!!!!!!!!!!

Love you ,
Susan and Penny Lane (and the dog formerly known as Roy Williams)
Believe in Miracles
Believe in Barbaro

Sounds good Shannon. I will send them a card as well. I think during difficult times it's always nice to know people care. She was a beauty that's for sure.

Ashley

Married three times - you must really like it.
I dont know if I can survive one!

HOLD OFF on the cards for Gallant Secret all you Fruit of the Loonies. Shannon and I have to verify the address...It may be wrong :(

Fruit of the Loonies! I'm a Barbarmaniac! Get it straight will ya!

Ashley

Again,,as I said before, do not want to change anyone's thought.
Not sure if a card or letter would be right about Gallant Secret.
They are greiving...and would hate to have them feel they NEEDED to answer our letters ...
Only my opinion....could be wrong .........

S/

Guys,

I'm Debbie, and I AM a recovering alcoholic! Sober 11 years, plus.

What brings us here, to Bobby is VERY much like an addiction.

But, it's a GOOD one. No offense taken to the disease, itself.

"Hi! I'm Debbie and I'm an Alcoholic and Barbaholic. I'm also a carrot and a peppermint!"

Dear Lord! LOLOL

Ok , Ernie and I have come to a conclusion

Mr & Mrs James, Martha Fortney

Elkhorn Oaks Inc
3946 Loch Hghland Pass Ne
Roswell, GA 30075-2030
Fulton County
United States

I think some in here really need to admit that they are Dr. Deanaholics.

Ok Ernie...what are your credentials for calling us Fruit of the Loonies..
BTW.....what is you web addy for the Bobby T-shirt....

Always believe in Miracles
Susan

I'm one of the Fruit of the Loonies too!

My site for the Tees is:

www.corvinoballet.org/29906.html

With regard to Gallant Secret's connections, there is a really nice biography of her trainer, James Jackson, at this website which mentions that he and his wife have a farm in Lexington, KY -

http://www.kentuckyoaks.com/2006/oaks_history/african_americans_in_the_oaks/

He is listed down below the jockeys.

If anyone has his address, hope it will make the list.

Shelley in CA

Debbie-
That was brave and funny. The thing that helps to get through any tough situation is having a sense of humor. Congrats on the sobriety, I know it isn't easy - my Dad's got 27 years in. It's great for you - keep up the good work.

Speak for yourself Linda P. Okay, I've always thought he was nice looking. I'm married.

Ashley

lol@fruit of the loonies... I am not a carrot..or peppermint, I already stated previously that when faced with tight outfits I look more like a 'sausage'

Thanks, "Other Debbie"! LOLOL Much Love

Ashley LOL I could be a Matzaholic

Hay again all...
Just caught up on all the posts...
I'm the pear in the Fruit of the Loonies bunch...
LOL...

Shannon you crack me up. I don't know what else to say. For once I am lost for words.

Grow hoof grow! There you go.

Ashley

Is anyone the grapes? I will be the grapes.

Got to try to go to bed now. Good night to all the fruit of the loonies and Barbaroholics - whatever you choose to call yourselves.

Bobby - I know you are sleeping peacefully right now , I will be joining you in my dreams soon.
Love and kisses and I will be checking on you
again in a few short hours.

good nite big boy... sure hope uu have a restful and comfy nite.will check in on ya in the AM..
keep healing and getting stronger...
hugss carrots and lotsa love for ya big boy

ps:thoughts are with ya due to the passing of mr dixon..
God Bless each of ya...
BELIEVE IN MIRACLES
BELIEVE IN BARBARO
A TRUE CHAMPION...ALWAYS...LOVE YA

Lynda P....I haven't seen any grapes...LOL
I picked pear because I fit the costume...

Sorry I mispelled you named Lynda P. My bad.

Matz, Dr. Dean. They're all cute. I think knowing they love Barbaro so much is what makes them attractive in my eye.(since I'm married and all)

Ashley

Tracie LOL. I don't know if I fit grapes myself, but I guess if I cover myself in them, I can be a cluster.

Can I be a peach????

Debbie,
congrats, that is wonderful.

So proud of you,.... keep it up.
God grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can;
and wisdom to know the difference.

Living one day at a time...Which Debbie, if you see Dr. Dean doing..it is one day at a time with Bobby. Scares me sometimes. But he is gonna make it.

Lynda........Kind of...He looks tough though for me....Dr. D looks like he expects a lot ...I just don't want to work as much as I used to :)

Love,Susan
Believe in Miracles
Believe in Barbaro

Ashley That's ok. Yea, they are all cute. I wonder why Barbaro attracted so many cute guys? That many around one horse? Hmmmm...

Sweet dreams, Bobby! I think you're getting more sleep than I am, and it's just so I can keep up with you. What is wrong with this picture?

Heal, big boy, and I'll go light more candles to help light your way...

Shelley in CA

Lynda P...LOL...I love it...a cluster!!!

Ernie...You're a peach!!!...(waving my magic wand)

Susan, yea I agree, Dr. R is tough looking. Really not my type. I need somebody who is a little more forgiving.

Thanks Tracie!

Ernie, darlin, you can be any fruit you want.
And I mean this in a good way...........
Much love,
Susan
Just kidding............
Believe in Miracles
Believe in Barbaro...........

Dr. R has to be tough. Think of the roller coster with Bobby. That's just one of his patients. His most famous patient, but still. I think it's got to be hard on him. Once again, I admire him. He does it for the love of the animals. That in itself melts my heart.

Ashley

Ernie...you're welcome!!!...
I just can't get the visual of all the fruits & veggies storming NBC outta my head...

Hey, what fruit can I be?

Ashley

you guys took all the good ones

Ashley that's the truth. You have to have a tough mind and a guarded heart.

Ashley I dont think anyone has picked a banana yet

Ashley...I haven't seen any plums, mangos, or bananas...
OK...I'm getting slaphappy here...

FOR NANCY IN CT:

Nancy, it's now a little after 1 AM here in Delray Beach, FL and I just read this from you:

LINNIE RE YOUR BARBARO HAT (and anyone else who cares to wade through this message) - forgot to tell you my funny story: I held off buying a hat until I saw that they were donating "a portion" of the proceeds to the Barbaro Fund, so it just arrived a few days ago. It's hot as the fires of hell here in CT, and I'm very heat-sensitive, so I wore it walking to the bus stop after work on Monday. A man approached me and said, "Are you one of those maniacs?" My initial reaction (who me, sensitive?) was, If he says something idiotic like "it's JUST a horse" I could be prone to violence...especially in 95 degree heat! Over the space of just a few seconds I saw myself being arrested for assault in defense of "just a horse named Barbaro" and what's really funny is that I would have been arrested by one of the members of our mounted unit - all pals of mine! But wisdom prevailed, I counted to ten and replied, "What do you mean?" HERE'S THE GREAT PART - he said that he'd stumbled on this site while looking for info, saw that it appeared to be all women, felt uncomfortable...and left, but NOT before seeing references to BARBAROMANIACS and that's why he wondered if I was "one of those maniacs"! After I stopped laughing, I begged him to come back here - don't think he will - he just seemed interested rather than obsessed/addicted like the rest of us. He wanted to know about sending a gift and I mentioned the florist and also that I was ordering some all-natural treats online AND HE ACTUALLY PRESSED $5. UPON ME TO FEEL PART OF SENDING GOODIES TO BARBARO! There was absolutely no convincing him to take his money back (and I was moved to tears, to be honest) and when I asked him how he knew I wouldn't take his money and go to Burger King or something like that, he said, "BECAUSE YOU WOULDN'T BE WEARING THAT SILLY HAT WITH YOUR BUSINESS CLOTHES IF YOU WEREN'T THE REAL DEAL!!"

I adore animals, am much more conservative about people - but what a guy! That story is going in my Barbaro scrapbook - such a moment!!! I've had a few lovely things happen since the Preakness, courtesy of people who know I love horses - but this man was a total stranger - NEVER seen him at/near the bus stop before.
OUR MAN BARBARO certainly moves people in mysterious ways!
Nancy

Posted by: Nancy in CT at August 2, 2006 11:59 PM

*************************************************

I just couldn't leave this site tonight (or this morning, as it really is now) without telling you what a terrific 'tale' that was and you told it "Barbaroliciously!!" What a small world that you would meet a man who was a 'casual lurker' to this site and left but made the "Barbaro" connection when he saw your hat. Too much! But the most incredible part was his giving you the $5 to contribute ... reading this really does reinforce the goodness in people that still permeates our Universe!

Thanks so much for sharing that wonderful story, Nancy! See you later on "today" ...

Yeah Tracie,,especially with our undies showing!!!!

I have a visual of myself running as a cluster of grapes with a stem. I guess I would be wearing green leotards and green flip flops.

Lynda P...on the same wavelength with you...

Ash, I am not even a fruit....I am a carrot...

Be a grape ...........
LOL
Susan

Ok tomorrow we are going to get our morning sermon....How this site should be only for BOBBY well wishes......well HELLO, why do you think we are here. Other than that we think he is the best thing in the world.......

Whats the problem? You guys got a problem with me being a 'sausage'

How come noone else wants to be one...lol

PS TO NANCY IN CT.

FORGOT TO SAY THAT I'M STILL SITTING HERE WITH MY BARBARO HAT ON MY HEAD AT 1:10 am ... WHAT WE DO FOR THAT BIG LOVABLE "BOBBY"!!

I can't be a banana because they are long and I'm like 4'10". A mango is not me. I guess a plum but then I'd be making a lot of people go #2. I guess it just doesn't look good for me. Maybe I'll have to be a vegetable and start my own group.

Ashley

I AM the grape

Ashley that is ok! I am a grape and they make people have diahrrea also!!!

I know that it is very late, (10:15 pm in California) but has anyone ordered a Barbaro hat from horsehats.com? I ordered a hat nearly two weeks ago, and I haven't heard anything from them. I was wondering how long it takes for the hats to be shipped. Sweet dreams precious Bobby!

lmao@ flip flops....... Well when we storm NBC as Tracie invisions, I just hope its not a super hot day... Ever seen a sausage split open on the BBQ? Well you get the idea.. aint gonna be pretty.

Ernie...my undies showing???...oh, no!!!...I'm too shy!!!!

ROTFLMAO

Lynda P...running in flip flops is NOT a good idea...

Order a tee-shirt too!

www.corvinoballet.org/29906.html

Diane: I was going to order the Barbaro hat from them, but then I learned they were making a new special edition one with permission from the jacksons, all proceeds going to Barbaro fund. So I am anxiously waiting for that one. I dont know how long it takes, but would imagine maybe 2 weeks. Maybe you could email them and ask when your order was shipped?

Shannon ewwwww, well, good thing you are plastic!!!

Tracie it's not? Well, mabe I can borrow the hospital's plastic covers for their feet.

FOR CHRISTINE:

I think we might get a gift card for a nice restaurant in Kennett Sq. I think KS Florist may be able to help us out with the logistics.. I'll be calling them in a few days to set up a special account just for this purpose!

Some of us loonies even want to serenade poor Dr. R through the restaurant window...while he tries to eat...That's optional..

My email is cmagan@aol.com, but I guess anyone who wants to do this should be calling Alie or Rachel at KS florist..probably after this Saturday...We have time yet, and any ideas are welcome. NO jumping out of a b'day cake smuggled into NBC. NO.

Thanks for the above info, Christine ... I'll follow up shortly.

You guys...I haven't laughed this hard in a long time!

Fine, I'll be a plum. Barbaro, you are making us crazy. Just kidding. I hope you have a peaceful sleep tonight and I will check on you in the morning.

Grow Hoof Grow!
Ashley

Wait a minute.......I thought Ernie said we were Fruit of the Loonies.......where did the sausage come in ........oh It was Shannon..... no explanation needed

Love you Shannon and Zeena.
Susan

Can you see the posts tomorrow from anyone whose name starts with an M?

Shannon...sorry, didn't mean to leave out the sausages...or the speckled trout...

Ashley...there are carrots in the group too...

Linnie: at the risk of you all being arrested for stalking, maybe the gift certificate is a good idea. We can throw in some fruit of looms to represent everyone here, and even a german sausage. I can see Dr.R's face now.. "What the?"

xoxoxo

If I storm NBC for anything its going to be for our guy...Barbaro.

What a neat story, Nancy, about your hat and the interest it garnered from that generous guy!

And, wow, I hate to be a wet blanket about the rapture story, Linny, because I was rolling with laughter. It is a great story, but unfortunately (or maybe fortunately!) it is a myth! I check most stories like that out at this cool website and received the word about Georgann and the blowup sex dolls:
Summary of eRumor
According to this story, an Arkansas woman is riding in the car with her husband in Arkansas City, Arkansas, when she sees two startling things: Jesus walking along the side of the road and 12 people floating into the air. She thinks it's the event described by Christians as "The Rapture" and suddenly exits the car via the sunroof and ends up being killed on the roadway. The incident causes a pile-up of 20 other cars who were trying to avoid her. Police find that the floating people were actually 12 sex balloons filled with helium that had been in the back of a truck being driven to a party by a man who has been told by friends that he looks a lot like Jesus.

The Truth
These events never took place.
This fictional story was written by Elroy Willis who has a web page he calls "Religion in the News" Updated 2/7/05. First circulated in about 2001).

Oh, well, not all funny stories have to be true!! That is what fiction is all about!

Glad to see the continued good news about our fellow and continue to pray for his health. Thanks again, Alex and everyone else, for such a neat site!

Sweet horsie dreams to all tonight! God bless.

Sheila in Colorado soon leaving for El Salvador
(I sign off this way because of another Colorado Sheila, who says the same things I'm thinking most of the time!!

I don't think anyone has picked a fig either. Barbaro likes figs.

Lynda P...ya might lose a shoe!!!...sorry, bad pun

Ernie...I've got tears streaming...

Susan W...yeppers, I can see the posts, but we get silly on here in the afternoons too...
Laughter is good for healing...

Couldn't sleep so I figured I'd check on the site. But I don't want to be a piece of fruit so I'm going back to bed.
Don't even know what you're talking about but I don't want to be a piece of fruitl

So, goodnight again. Sweet Dreams

Sheila, good to see someone else around here searches madly on the internet in the middle of the night.. although that story was funny, I had a feeling it was a hoax... much like the story of the perfect man....lol

just teasin, it's late and Barbaro induced happiness/silliness has taken over.

xoxox

Tracie hahaha, ok, I will paint my feet green. That solves the problem!

SHelley you dont have to be fruity. You can be something else!

It's better than being called a vegetable.

What's this for. What are supposed to be

Don't you people ever sleep? And how come no one wants to admit to being a tomato?

Maybe tonight I won't be the very last person posting on this update...

Good night, all, and thanks for the humor. Barbaro, he's my good humor man.

Shelley

If I was a veggie, I would be broccoli with cheese. With the stem, of course.

Hay...I knew there was something I loved about Barbaro...we both love figs!!!

Hi, again, everybody.

Okay, I will save irate people the trouble:

This is for Barbaro! What is all this about, um, fruit, and, uh, alchoholism, and whatnot? I demand to speak to the administrator! Alex?? Save us from ourselves! Order us to go to sleep.

By the way, I want to be a carrot, but I can't quite figure it out. Do we have to hop???? No feet??

Shelley some people want to storm NBC as fruit of the loonies. SOme people are going at meat and fruit.

Don't forget the VEGGIES!!!!

Hahaha we are probably wasting bandwidth. I hope Alex doesn't mind. This is one of the only places where I can talk to horse people and everyone appreciates it.

Grains anyone?

Shelly A...I think some peppermints are going to the invasion too...

I can be Bugs Bunny then I'll be a looney tune!!!

Oh yeah! Forgot :(

On a serious note folks, I hope tomorrow's update from UPEN will provide a little more detail. I know we shouldn't ask, but we can hope. Also, jerky jockey has his day tomorrow with the inqury in Britain for headbutting his mount.

So two things tomorrow... for anyone just stopping by please take a moment to sign this petition to help keep other race horses safe.

http://www.petitiononline.com/cares/petition.html

xoxoxo

Going to bed now...Just had to slap myself upside the head.......

Shannon, anyone just stopping by has run the other way screaming after having read the last 20 posts....

MarilynCA...not sure how a carrot walks...
that's why I'm a pear, Lynda P is a cluster of grapes, Ernie's a peach...etc...

I'm going back to bed.
That's all folks!!!!!

Bugs Bunny

I just realized, there are some lions and tigers at NBC now, so if I am going as a sausage I best re-think my ground plan, Don't want to run by one of their stalls! SWIPE

Goodnight Shelley!

Oh, right, I see, fruit has feet. It makes perfect sense.

Shower, yoga...But I'll check in after candles, before I go to bed. By then this board better have serioused up or there will be heck to pay!

Precious Bobby,
Time to say goodnight. Had to spend most of the day and night offline due to power outages here from the heat so wasn't able to do the usual checking up on you until now.
So glad you had ACN and I hope you are getting a good sleep. Sleep long Big Guy, heal strong.
You are just the bestest in the world, a gift of courage and determination we all can learn from.
I love you, sleep tight and nudge a nurse or two to get some of their morning goodies LOL.

Thanks to those of you who gave us so much excellent information tonight about claiming races. The link is really worth taking time to read. http://www.lrc.ky.gov/kar/811/001/035.htm

I believe Gallant Secret was actually at The New Jersey Equine Clinic rather than at New Bolton which would explain why she was not in a recovery pool. As we recognize heroic jockeys, her jockey that day was Jeremy Rose who made a terrific effort to save her from further injury and certainly deserves recognition.

OK...I guess I better sign off too...
Goodnight to all...

Prayers for our boy, his connections, caregivers, the gangs @ TW & KF, Mike Rea, the Dixon family & friends, & all you other Barbaromaniacs *aka Fruit of the Loonies*

PS Alex, thanks again for all the work...sorry, if we get a little silly...

With a little luck, no one else will read these posts in the morning. As long as Alex gets the next update EARLY.
Oh, who cares anyway!!!

MarilynCA: Well at least your back, and when you come back to raise heck, I will hopefully be in bed.

Ernie has already slapped herself in the head, Lynda has painted her feet green..LMAO

Oh lord help us!

Goodnight Champ! Hope your resting sound, and if those lions and tigers make some noise you let them know to keep it down, hang a sign outside your door " Quiet the champ is sleeping, Or else!"

I look forward to a wonderful update tomorrow from both MM and Alex and UPen.

I would also like to mention that the passing as noted as above has not gone unnoticed and he will be in my prayers, what a wonderful legacy he has left behind.

ShelleyA: I too find that alot of what gets said at night goes un noticed or un commented on. I am sure the next page will be updated by then, this board today as been a flurry of all things Barbaro, and that is a wonderful thing no matter how you look at it.

Goodnight to my fellow Barbaro lovers, and may we all be blessed with some more good news.

xoxoxoxo

LOL goodnight Tracie and everyone else going to bed. I am still starting my day.

Lynda, you are worse then Shannon........
LMAO
I might change to an asparagus...........
People, you cannot be serious all the time..We are ALL worried .uh oh..telling what everyone needs to think....Now get your CCS out and get him some baby carrots and his favorite Spearmints for the weekend.

Marilyn thank you for blasting us all before tomorrow.
LMAO,
Susan
Who loves Bobby so much.
Believe in Miracles
Believe In Barbaro.

GOOD NIGHT/MORNING, DEAREST BOBBY ...

I AM SOOO TIRED .... I MUST GET OFF THIS SITE.

SEE YOU ALL TOMORROW, BOBBYHEADS!

LOVE TO BOBBY AND EVERYONE HERE!!

SusanW you are right. You CAN'T be serious all the time. We can't be depressed either and I think we would be if we always stayed serious.

Ok. this is my last post until the morning. Talk to you all later. Bye! God Bless you Bobby. I will be praying for you and your humans tonight.

Greeting Bobby

As usual, I am on late and probably last to post. But I will be faithfull to you and always send you off to dream land and wish for a restful night!

Keep healing, and stay happy!

Count carrots!!!

Marsha,

Thanks for the information on Gallant Secret. I think perhaps it was someone from KF who thought she had been brought to NBC. That would certainly help explain the contradictory stories we have heard.

Watching the race on television when she was injured, it was impossible to see what happened and we never heard much after that. I hope Jeremy Rose has been given the appropriate appreciation from all who know the circumstances - it is very welcome news to hear of another caring jockey in this harrowing sport.

One can only be sorry that the recovery pool has not yet been more widely implemented in equine vet hospitals. It does seem that Gallant Secret and Ruffian have more in common than we would wish; they are sisters in this tragedy.

Wish GS had been taken to NBC...

Shelley in CA

Barbaro, I am so happy to hear that you are continuing to heal. You are a wonderful horse, and a great blessing and example to all of us. I have thought of you so many times when I was away, and you know I have sent my love to you each day. I hope you are sleeping comfortably now; I send you quiet hugs and kisses so you will not awaken but will just have sweeter dreams. See you in the morning! :)

Goodnight sweet Barbaro! Happy dreams. (Maybe instead of visions of sugarplums dancing in his head, he'll see fruits and vegetable of all ages and descriptions! Heaven help us.)

Thanks for the poems, info and laughs.
JO - your poem was beautiful. Brought tears to my eyes.

The miracle continues.

BARBARO,I read about you today,and looked at your pics and videos....You are so beautiful....

Sorry to hear about Mr Dixon,and sorry for Mr Matz. What an interesting life Mr Dixon had.

Thank you JAZZ for the sweet story...

Thank you ANNA for the lovely poem..

MARGARET,your video,Run For the Roses is excellent...

BARBARO,wishing you a sweet sleep!
Loving you dear one,
Linda A in Oregon

It is 1:40 am I am turning into a cheetah, with these damned spots allover my body from my allergy. My niece pokes them like she is connecting the dots. I wish all you fruitys had not gone to bed, which would I be? I am way to spotty to be anything nice...

I am so sorry to hear about the death of dear Mr. Dixon, it is so sad for all concerned to have to go through another tragedy.

BARBARO-WHAT CAN I SAY! YOU ARE THE GREAT ONE BIG BOY!

Just want to add my condolences to friends and family of Mr. Dixon, especially Michael Matz. He sounds like a fine man.

On the passing of Fitz........you are going to be missed. He sure had a lot more money than I did, but never made me feel like it.Someone you could always talk to. Always a gentleman.
May all your horses be with you.

Susan

Just finished watching Barbaro videos...what can I say, they absolutely blow me away every time I watch them. He is perfection in every sence of the word, spirit, style, grace and power. He certainly takes my breath away...reminds me of a favorite quote, "Life is not meaasured in the number of breaths we take, but in the moments that take our breath away." Thank you sweet Bobby for making me life all the more measureable. God bless you and heal you,

With love and admiration,
Cindy in Las Vegas, Nevada

I am not in bed. I am up all night long

Dora, you can be whatever you want to be.

CINDY, LOVE THAT QUOTE- ABOUT "LIFE ISN'T MEASURED BY ...... SO TRUE!!!

ALEX, ANOTHER GOOD ARTICLE(LINK BELOW), BOBBY HAS DEFINITELY HAD AN INFLUENCE ON HORSE RACING SAFETY. WE ALL KNOW THE RACES WERE CANCELED WEDNESDAY AT SARATOGA, BUT SEEMS EVERYONE IS TAKING MORE 2ND THOUGHTS ABOUT THINGS THEY DIDN'T PREVIOUSLY.

LOVE TO BOBBY,
CHERYL

http://www.newsday.com/sports/horseracing/ny-spspa03,0,2851499.column?track=rss