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    Barbaro Updates: 91

    updates are now here.

    Update 758: Just spoke to Peter Brette (6 pm). As far as he is aware, all remains well with Barbaro. He did note Michael was on his way over to see him after the races at Delaware (they had a second in the stake).

    I also spoke briefly with Steve Willard, Giacomo's exercise rider. Giacomo breezed yesterday, his final work coming up to the Goodwood on saturday (Lava Man Ready to Glow in Goodwood BC). Steve said Giacomo worked well (although Art, another exercise rider actually rode Giacomo in the work). Today he had a day off (usual after a work) and looks good, eating well. Tomorrow he will jog either a mile or two miles, and be back to galloping on wednesday. I'll catch up with Steve again then.

    Much discussion here and on the discussion boards has centered around horse slaughter and rescue issues. MSNBC's week in pictures features a very poignant image of a horse that survived a crash in MO, the horses were in transit for slaughter (image is slide 12).

    Update 757: A few interesting posts in the comments today.

    The first, from Eddie Kilroy, timestamp: 11:30 am:

    Let me introduce myself. I do the morning show On XM satellte Radio channell 13, or 811 if you ahve Direct TV. I haven't posted before but reall look forward to the updates on the "Big Guy". Dee Mullins was kind to post my horse "Chief" when he was in PN. Tim Parente did a tie back with super success. And thanks to Staci Hancock for arranging through Gretchen for my wife and I to meet Barbaro. That was a special moment. I trust we all have the dedication to reach out to our respective Senators to shut down the slaughter houses.

    The second, from Cate Kane, timestamp 4:22 pm:

    On Saturday, four friends and I visited Fair Hill.I feel like I have spent time in another world - what a great place! It was awesome to see and feel so much horsepower assembled in Tim's barn. The horses themselves are magnificent. It was fun to see those who were formerly just names to me. Luke is my special! Alex didn't lose a minute, going back and forth from his riding to spending time showing us the highlights.What most impacted me was being close enough to the track to hear the hooves strike and the horses breathe. The perfect end to the day came when we drove to NBC to find no obstacles to our entering the lobby area to view the many tributes to Barbaro.

    And finally, from Janice Palmer, timestamp 5:56 pm:

    hi bobby and family, this is my first time typing.
    I read this site everyday and pray for Bobby.
    I met Barbaro in Kentucky two weeks before the Derby. There is a vibe he exudes and you know you are standing next to greatness! I wished him luck, told him I knew he would win the Derby and then petted him. Just as I was having my picture taken with him, he bit me on the arm.
    SURPRISE!!!!!
    It is the day I will always remember.
    Glad to be aboard. I love him!
    Keep up your miraculous fight, Bobby!
    Posted by: Jan of Wor.

    Update 756: I just spoke to Mrs. Jackson, who visited Barbaro this morning. She said Barbaro remains comfortable. His status is unchanged, a good thing. When I called her I interrupted her working on the anti-slaughter issues that have become so important to all of us who are following Barbaro's recovery. Not surprisingly I tried to get off the phone pretty quickly.

    Update 755: Another report from a visit to the Lost in the Fog tribute.

    Over the weekend I updated the FAQ. Keep the questions coming.

    Update 754: Another comfortable night last night for Barbaro (sunday night). I saw Michael Matz on our third set. He had heard from Dr. Richardson. It is another beautiful morning this morning at Fair Hill. A little crisp, but a lovely clear sky for the sunrise. The morning for me thus far has been uneventful, but a guy did fall off right in front of me as I was pulling up after my first set. He managed to keep a hold of his horse, which was a good thing, she was a filly, I was on a colt, it could have been ugly. All seemed ok from the fall.
    update, 8:15 am, monday morning october 2

    Update 753: The Barbaro update this morning will again be sometime after 8 am. Just a quick FYI. We had some very exciting racing yesterday. Here's a review of the Belmont race: Discreet Cat Wins Jerome Under Wraps (OK, so this race was not exciting, but it did include one exciting horse). The review does include the following:

    "We'll keep our options open for the Breeders' Cup or Cigar Mile," bin Suroor added. "This horse has the class to run in big group I races. Everything we've asked, he's done so easily. That gives us a lot of confidence for the future. We'll probably give it 10 days, and then decide with Sheikh Mohammed (bin Rashid al Maktoum)."

    So perhaps there is a small chance of seeing Discreet Cat in the Breeders' Cup.

    The racing from Longchamp was terrific, Sue McMullen provided us a great review (update 751). Here are a couple of other reviews: Rail Link Gives Fabre Seventh Arc Victory and LINK DERAILS ARC RIVALS.

    Comments

    Good morning Bobby, Alex & Everyone! Will look forward to Bobby's update this morning, thanks Alex! :) Hope that you had a good day and night, Bobby, and get outside and enjoy the beautiful weather today!

    Posted by: Ruth Ann at October 2, 2006 11:00 AM

    Morning "Bobby" Will check on your update later. Keep up the good work. We love you. Thanks Alex

    Posted by: jane at October 2, 2006 11:28 AM

    Let me introduce myself. I do the morning show On XM satellte Radio channell 13, or 811 if you ahve Direct TV. I haven't posted before but reall look forward to the updates on the "Big Guy". Dee Mullins was kind to post my horse "Chief" when he was in PN. Tim Parente did a tie back with super success. And thanks to Staci Hancock for arranging through Gretchen for my wife and I to meet Barbaro. That was a special moment. I trust we all have the dedication to reach out to our respective Senators to shut down the slaughter houses.

    Posted by: Eddie Kilroy at October 2, 2006 11:30 AM

    Beautiful Barbaro, we continue to pray for you every day.

    Lost in the Fog - you are so loved and so missed, Precious One. Such a touching tribute on your Special Day on Saturday. There was such a sadness in Mr. Aleo's eyes - I'll never forget that inage. All over again it broke my heart. There will be many tears for a long time to come. You will never, ever be forgotten, Magnificent Fog. And you will always live on in our hearts - and racing through the wind in the clouds and around the stars. Until we see you again one day - I LOVE YOU!!

    Posted by: Karen at October 2, 2006 11:32 AM

    Good Morning Barbaro, sweet boy, have a wonderful day. You are the "Wind beneath my wings."

    Just read Eddie Kilroy's post above and have turned on the station on Direct TV. He just finished talking about the Anti Slaughter Bill and is identifying those who were for and against the bill. How wonderful to have him on board. Thank you Eddie'.

    Good Morning to All Fans of Barbaro.

    Sharri


    Posted by: Sharri in Ohio at October 2, 2006 11:47 AM

    Hiya, Bobbey! Are you sleeping in during Dr. Dean R.'s morning rounds? Today begins another "work week of healing" for you on your road to recovery, sweet prince. Wishing you a good, long graze in the fields with lots of goats to peek at in between munches. Hugs, pets, & "scratches" from your pals in CT - Robyn, Brent, & Nikita (the horse-loving Husky)

    Posted by: Robyn Hoffmann at October 2, 2006 11:48 AM

    Thanks Alex for sharing the tributes of LITF (especially moving was the final moments at the memorial with the flock of geese....)

    Here is a article regarding Barbaro (which may be old but thought I'd attached it) if it was already posted, I'm sorry. Please bypass..

    Barbaro an inspiration on and off race track

    Led to the gate for the first race of his career, Barbaro shied away, reluctant to get started.

    A mile later, after an eye-catching 8 1/2-length victory on Oct. 4 at Delaware Park, trainer Michael Matz and owners Gretchen and Roy Jackson realized they might have a special thoroughbred.



    "He broke sharp after that, and it was just a run for fun, pretty exciting," Matz said recently outside his barn at the Fair Hill Training Center in Elkton, Md. "We knew we had a good horse."

    Runs for fun have been replaced nearly a year later with careful walks after the Kentucky Derby winner took a horrible misstep a few strides into the Preakness and shattered his right hind leg.

    First there was five-plus hours of lifesaving surgery, then in mid-July severe laminitis struck and resulted in 80 percent of Barbaro's left hind hoof being removed.

    Through it all, Barbaro has overcome every obstacle during an unforgettable year.

    "You can just see it in him; he wants to survive," Barbaro's exercise rider Peter Brette said. "He does everything right to allow himself to get better. And he's had a really good month or so now. He's tougher than I gave him credit for."

    A recent visit to the New Bolton Center's George D. Widener Hospital for Large Animals found Barbaro and Dr. Dean Richardson in good spirits, the horse grazing and his vet just horsing around.

    Barbaro has been taking walks outside the intensive-care unit since Aug. 9, when Richardson became convinced the colt was healing well enough to walk outside and soak up some sun.

    He's been a good patient, too, behaving for the most part but turning frisky and bucking every now and then. He once kicked up both hind legs, Richardson said. His 30- to 45-minute strolls consist of munching away on grass, occasionally picking up his head and pricking his ears to check out a cow in the next field.

    "He's very bright and happy when you bring him out. He tries to drag you around usually," said Richardson, New Bolton Center's chief of surgery who has cared for Barbaro from the start. "He's doing everything right. But there's still a long way to go."

    Barbaro has at least six months to a year left in the hospital, says Richardson, but each day means more healing.

    The horse receives the best veterinary care available, and the cost -- in the tens of thousands of dollars -- is not an issue for the Jacksons.

    "I really believe it's a miracle," Gretchen Jackson said. "Everything has just seemed to come together against incredible odds."

    The outpouring of get-well cards, flowers and gifts hasn't let up, either. During his stay, the colt has been sprinkled with holy water and received hundreds of gift baskets and thousands of drawings from children wishing him well. Tens of thousands of e-mails have been sent to the hospital's Web site.

    Roy Jackson recalls one that read: "Believe in Barbaro: A Miracle in Progress."

    "That about sums it up," he said.

    Believe in Barbaro!!

    Posted by: lynnette at October 2, 2006 1:05 PM

    Good Morning Barbaro!

    ACN - so glad to hear it. So today will be ACD - enjoy the outdoors, carrots, love from your cute nurses. Give Dr Dreamy a big sloppy kiss for me.

    Will check in on you tonight.

    Aunty Sally


    Eddie Kilroy ROCKS!!!

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 2, 2006 1:07 PM

    First Monday in October supreme skritches and carrots to champion (squealer and healer) Barbaro Jackson, HOF.

    ####
    For the continuing co-sponsorship quest, from Maid M: "Btw, new line-up makes it very easy to be testy instead of friendly if you don't feel things (conversations, interactions etc.) are going your way. However, testy will only engender more testy, whereas friendly -- even if major effort and tongue tie-age is required -- will get your message across."

    Jo (UK)
    Great thanks re: Quite A Rush. For the insatiable Maid M: Can you work your magic on Jaco's Mistress?

    Cheers,
    Friar Tuck

    Posted by: Friar Tuck at October 2, 2006 1:07 PM

    Eddie, I'm so glad that Chief is doing better and that you're with us on the horse slaughter issue. Welcome to the site! We all prayed for Chief's recovery and are happy that he's doing better.

    Posted by: Debbie L.A. at October 2, 2006 1:08 PM

    Good morning all!

    Thank you God for ACN!! May this be another day of healing and hoof growing.

    Alex, sorry for yesterday's typo :( It should have said, none of this is possible withOUT you! Glad you had a safe ride this morning, but it sounds a bit dicey at times ;)

    #####
    EDDIE KILROY

    Thank you so much for your support!! We need media to spread the word...

    Have a good day, all. Prayers to all who need healing and rescue, human and animal.

    Posted by: Jane in CT at October 2, 2006 1:10 PM

    **************
    ERNIE's TEE SHIRT REMINDER:

    There are now three designs to choose from:

    "Believe in Barbaro", "Fans of Barbaro" (spelled out in Carrots) & "Foggy Forever"

    To order, go to:

    www.corvinoballet.org/29906.html

    Posted by: Ernie at October 2, 2006 1:11 PM

    GOOD MORNING HANDSOME!! ACN, the best words in the world!! Love you sweet one, I'll check in later.
    Have a GREAT DAY!!

    BLB!!

    Karen - TN

    Posted by: Karen at October 2, 2006 1:14 PM

    Thank you God for Bobby's right and perfect healing, and for his complete recovery. Thank you God that miracle follows miracle, and wonders never cease.

    Magnificent Steed! Another day closer.

    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

    Posted by: Mary S at October 2, 2006 1:15 PM

    Lord God, wrap S1915 in Divine Love and Divine Order. Open the heart of every member of the Senate to clearly hear the voice of the horse, and feel the Magnificent Spirit of the horse. Compel each member to immediately move S1915 to the floor in a right and perfect way, and then vote with their hearts and their conscience for the highest good of all.

    Love, Light and Protection for The Boys (always)

    God Bless and Protect Us and all of The Horses

    Posted by: Mary S at October 2, 2006 1:16 PM

    Morning Alex, family and Barbaro,

    ACN for the precious one!!!!!

    Funny story yesterday. After I go home from Fair Hill, I stopped at the ACME (pronounced Ack-Ahh-Mee). I saw a dude in rough jeans with a very weathered face buying bags and bags of carrots. I said to him, "Feedin' a horse with those?" He said, "Yep....." I said, "Are you followin Barbaro?" To which he replied, "Nope, just given 'em regular carrots....." He smiled and went on. I smiled too. I assume anyone with a horse is following Bobby J LOL.

    Much love to all!

    Jazz

    Posted by: Jazz at October 2, 2006 1:17 PM

    Hello Sweet Barbaro! ACN :) Music to my ears this beautiful morning.

    Alex, praying tomorrow's update will be earlier as I have to report for Jury Duty and will be computerless all day :(

    Everyone have a great day!

    Ro & Brady

    Posted by: Rosemarie at October 2, 2006 1:18 PM

    Yea!!! ACN

    to Eddie Kilroy,

    Thanks for posting - so glad to hear you are on our side of the horse slaughterhouse issue. I wish there were hundreds more like you. Please rest assured that there are many regulars who post on this site who are committed to battle until victory is ours.

    You actually got to meet the big "B"???

    Janice
    Proud to be a "fan of Barbaro"

    Posted by: Janice from Florida at October 2, 2006 1:18 PM

    Jazz- I love that story. Thanks for sharing.

    Good morning Barbaro!

    Ashley

    Posted by: Ashley at October 2, 2006 1:24 PM

    THANK YOU EDDIE KILROY.
    ALWAYS AN INSPIRATION TO HAVE ANOTHER FOLLOWER HELPING FIGHT THIS MIGHTY CAUSE.
    THANK YOU BARBARO FOR BEING SUCH A SPIRITED FIGHTER AND WE PRAY FOR A COMPLETE RECOVERY, SOON.
    I PRAY EVERYDAY FOR GOD TO PROTECT THE INNOCENT CHILDREN AND THE INNOCENT ANIMALS..PRAYING HIS POWER WILL INTERVENE..PRAYING FOR THE SENATORS TO WAKE UP AND SEE WHAT A FLICK OF THE PEN CAN DO AND HELP US WIN THE ANTI-HORSE SLAUGHTER BILL.
    I PRAY FOR EVERYONE OF YOU FOR SUCH A DEDICATION AND HAVE CREATED A CIRCLE OF FRIENDSHIP.
    THANK YOU.

    Posted by: JOAN ROYA at October 2, 2006 1:24 PM

    Good Morning, Sweet Barbaro ... ACN!!! You go, Bobby!!! You bring us love and sunshine on cloudy days ... you inspire us to have hope ... you are giving so much to humanity and you don't even know it ... or maybe you do!

    God Bless You, Dr. Richardson and all of your caregivers at NBC, the Jacksons, Michael, Peter and Alex for your tireless efforts in helping our Boy. There is a place in heaven for all of you ... just not yet!

    Believe in Miracles!
    Believe in Barbaro!

    Ruth Stacey
    Proud Member
    Fans of Barbaro

    Posted by: Ruth Stacey in Ohio at October 2, 2006 1:27 PM

    Thanks for the comments from all. I, like all of you are dedicated to the passage o S1915. I must thanks XM Radio for allowing me to take on all the pro slaughter people. Lets all show the same grit as Barbaro, and slam this bill through the senate. God Bless.

    Posted by: Eddie Kilroy at October 2, 2006 1:27 PM


    GOODMORNING SWEET BOY

    Very busy this morning but just wanted to let you know that YOU will be on my mind as I go about the menial tasks of the day BOBBY !!!!
    Always so relieved to read ACN.....

    KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK CHAMP!!!!!
    GROW HOOF GROW !!!!

    THANK YOU LORD FOR THE MIRACLE OF YOUR SPECIAL BARBARO KEEP HIM SAFE !!!!!
    BLESS ALL THOSE WHO NEED YOUR DIVINE HELP TODAY..
    AMEN

    BARBARO NATION....

    "MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU"

    LUV YA ALL....

    Posted by: Maribel at October 2, 2006 1:32 PM

    Good morning, Linda, Marg, Janice and all (afternoon now for me!)

    I'm still buzzing from the weekend's racing! How exciting that we might see Discreet Cat in the Breeders' Cup after all! :-)

    Friar Tuck...please tell Maid M. that I will do my best if FOB doesn't see this first.

    Posted by: Jo (UK) at October 2, 2006 1:33 PM

    Welcome Eddie,

    Your quote "Let's all show the same grit as Barbaro, and slam this bill thru the senate"! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! One more cup of coffee and I am off to e-mail, fax and phone!

    Believe in Barbaro

    Posted by: Karen W. at October 2, 2006 1:39 PM

    ###
    Friar Tuck -

    Jaco's Mistress - May 6, 2003

    (And, in case she's wondering - Smokey Stover - May 2, 2003) ;-)

    Proud member, Fans of Barbaro

    Posted by: Marg in Maine at October 2, 2006 1:42 PM

    Morning, Barbaro! Thank God for ACN! Have a good day big guy, mooch a lot of treats, get some green grass, take a nip, give a squeal. We love you and pray for you every day.

    God Bless Barbaro, keep him strong, make him stronger.

    Eddie Kilroy, thanks for your help with anti-slaughter..Hope Chief is still doing well and back to normal..(He's got a great name..)

    Have a great day every one!

    Posted by: Sue W. at October 2, 2006 1:45 PM

    Hi Mr Kilroy, as a former Jock, I love hearing you serve up the "coffee". I hardly ever listen to terrestical radio anymore thanks to ya'll. Thanks for your help with the SH issue. You are reaching a whole lot of voices.

    Posted by: Laura in Key West at October 2, 2006 1:45 PM

    Marg...where did you find Jaco's Mistress' dob?

    Posted by: Jo (UK) at October 2, 2006 1:47 PM

    Hello Barbaro Nation:

    Love to hear ACM for sweet Bobby. Grow hoof grow.

    Welcome aboard Eddie.
    Just read the message from Roy and Gretchen Jackson, they are really terrific people.

    Bobby J, You keep fighting and I'll keep praying.

    ####
    Does Direct TV carry the HR channel?

    Great story Alex, Foggy will always be with us. It gave me goosebumps. Thanks for your hard work.

    Good to see Tin Man, Wait Awhile win on Saturday. Maybe we will see Discreet Cat at the Breeders Cup.

    Love and prayers to all who need it today.

    Posted by: Louise in Ohio at October 2, 2006 1:48 PM

    Good Morning, Fans of Barbaro!

    Eddie Kilroy, welcome to the TWR family. Thank you for adding your voice to the anti-slaughter campaign. You will find us a diverse group that is united not only with Barbaro's recovery but with the humane treatment of horses (and all living things, if one really thinks about it.). Post often...will be interested to read what you can accomplish. So glad you were able to meet Barbaro.

    Barbaro's vet "horsing around"???? Is there something about Dr. R. we need to know???? Hmmmmm???? Interesting observation. Like people have told me before - with being around horses, who needs drugs???? They're natural therapy.

    Will be off soon to be with "the boys" for my therapy.

    LITF, you shine in the sky forever, my Long Time Sun.

    Barbaro, its a beautiful sunny fall day here in Chester County. Grazing is definitely an option on such a gorgeous day like today. Enjoy the sun on your back. Shine on you crazy diamond.

    Take care, everybody.

    Healing and Peace,
    Lyn Gilbert

    Posted by: Lyn Gilbert at October 2, 2006 1:49 PM

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    Jo(UK)-How did you get Quite a Rush D.O.B.? On the pedigreequery.com, it only showed her year of birth-not the foaling date. However on Smokey Stover it does show his:May 2nd, 2003.Weird.
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    EDDIE KILROY-WELCOME!Thanks for the support and joining in on our "conversations".

    Good Morning Barbaro Jackson the Mighty-Mr. Champion How are you feeling this a.m.? Fall crispness should bring out the friskiness in you, just not to much so, ok? Be a good Big Ole Boy!!

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 2, 2006 1:49 PM

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    Louise-only DishTv carries HRTV, I cannot get it either. :( :(

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 2, 2006 1:51 PM

    Dora...Quite A Rush's dob is on there.

    Posted by: Jo (UK) at October 2, 2006 1:53 PM

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    Jo(UK)-I promise I am not crazy, when I looked the yesterday it only gave the year, now I see the foaling date-plain as day. It does say it was updated today on my screen , maybe thats it. I hope so, would not want to think I was losing it...Thanks

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 2, 2006 1:58 PM

    Good morning beautiful Barbaro! Grow hoof grow.

    ######

    Thanks Eddie Kilroy!

    Prayer for Mike Rea, Erin, and all in need.

    Have a blessed day FOB

    Posted by: Sue H at October 2, 2006 2:01 PM

    Thanks, Alex, for another comforting e-mail that we all wait for each morning. What on earth would we do without you?

    I pray for another good day for wonderful Barbaro and for all those around him, caring for him.

    Posted by: Pam Mross at October 2, 2006 2:01 PM

    Dora...and I thought it was ME going crazy! I've been back there to check, just in case I imagined it! LOL

    Posted by: Jo (UK) at October 2, 2006 2:01 PM

    Morning gang and
    Alex....finally got in to the site... had a little trouble connecting this morning for some reason. So thankful that the fellow who fell this morning was apparently not injured...we don't need any more of those kinds of happenings!!

    ACN bobbycakes....heal leg and hoof! Our UNDEFEATED champion!!

    Welcome Mr. Kilroy....you are an asset for S1915 as you can reach many "ears" out there...thanks for being compassionate about the bill. I also pray I will have a chance to see "Bobbycakes"...eye ball to eyeball like you did in the future. According to Mrs. Jackson..she is considering placing him, when he gets well, somewhere that we all can see him. I'll just make sure that I have a carrot, peppermint, or stud muffin in my hand when I meet him...:)

    God Bless you all!

    Posted by: D'Anne in NC at October 2, 2006 2:05 PM

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    Where may I find Eddie Kilroy on XM?!

    He supports S.1915?! I want to tune in!

    Posted by: Laurie H. in MN at October 2, 2006 2:10 PM

    Hi Folks:

    Please light a candle for Bobby, MIke, Erin, Daisy, BDude, Shelley, Rocketand all our human and animal friends who need our help.

    I'm thinking that we need to have a chat about how to approach the horse slaughter issue ? Any thoughts from other FOBs ?

    Thanks to Tim & Alex for the site and updates.

    #####

    I haven't been able to follow the comments this weekend - Hope Daisy and ROcket are doing better and any other animal friends who are not 100%.

    Thanks for all theprayers for BDude - he's back to where he was a few weeks ago - a little shaky but alert, eating and moving around.

    Steve
    FOB

    Posted by: steve at October 2, 2006 2:13 PM

    KILROY WAS HERE!! Super, Eddie. We need folks like you spreading the word. Thanks so much for joining us here. We look forward to your input.

    Alex: Seems like you've had a few "interesting" moments the last few days. Be doubly careful out there. It seems like the troops are feeling Fall, and getting a little frisky! :-)

    ACN big guy! Hope you have a wonderful Monday!

    Flood those Senate offices! Keep the phones ringing, fill the email in boxes, and make them re-fill the paper in the FAX machine 15 times a day. We can do this!

    Jazz: Loved your little tale about the guy and the carrots. Have had similar experiences with some "horsey" people here in Texas, but none quite that funny.

    Posted by: annie inTX at October 2, 2006 2:13 PM

    'morning, y'all~
    thank you Alex, for the update and the view at Fair Hill~

    ###
    thank you to everyone who sent prayers and positive vibes to Rockett- I woke up this morning and he was talking to me (albiet not as loud as usual) and headbutting my leg- demanding breakfast.

    He ate a little and then went outside.

    Posted by: Anna in Tx at October 2, 2006 2:17 PM

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    Laurie H.-Channel 811 if you have DirectTv satellite, he has an earlier post time stamp 11:30 a.m. top of this page.

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 2, 2006 2:17 PM

    Good Morning, Beautiful Barbaro. So glad to hear you're doing well...Just keep growing that hoof and you'll be even friskier, but right now don't buck too much, although that's a good sign, I think.
    Impossible to read all the posts, so many, but I try to read as many as I can. Wonderful to see new names, (as well as the old, true ones!).

    Posted by: Anita MA at October 2, 2006 2:19 PM

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    Jo (UK) Marg Dora Crow

    Thank you so much -- both on behalf of Maid M and me personally. Frankly, she can be quite the nag.
    [Full disclosure: They obviously just added Quite A Rush's foal date. It was not there yesterday, which is why she sent (yes, sent!) me to ask it of you.]

    Cheers,
    Friar Tuck

    Posted by: Friar Tuck at October 2, 2006 2:19 PM

    I had the pleasure of meeting Eddie Kilroy at the rally in Washington. He is passionate about this subject and is a wonderful voice to help stop horse slaughter.
    Funny story he told....with all the famous people he's met, he was more in awe when he got to meet Barbaro than any of them!!

    Thank you, Mr. Kilroy, for joining us on the site.

    Posted by: shelleyA at October 2, 2006 2:20 PM

    I just read the post that read "According to Mrs. Jackson..she is considering placing him, when he gets well, somewhere that we all can see him." I just can't believe it, I also dream of seeing Barbaro, eyeball to eyeball!

    Posted by: Anita at October 2, 2006 2:21 PM

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    Friar Tuck-Now I do not feel as though my mind is whirling, even this morning it was not there-an hour ago! Thanks for reassuring me of my slight sanity I have left...LOL

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 2, 2006 2:23 PM

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    Friar Tuck: Boy, Maid M certainly has you under control, doesn't she? :-) Bless her little heart!

    BTW, haven't heard any of her "celestial" expectations lately, for the days ahead. How's it looking out there?

    Posted by: annie inTX at October 2, 2006 2:24 PM

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    Thanks Dora, I was looking all over for it.

    Posted by: Louise in Ohio at October 2, 2006 2:25 PM

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    Dora J. Crow,

    Thank you for the quick response and information!

    I will check him out! Ummmmm, wait, that didn't come out right. I will check out the channel!!

    Thank you again Dora.

    Posted by: Laurie H. in MN at October 2, 2006 2:26 PM

    Good morning, Handsome Boy. It's wonderful that you had such a comfortable weekend. I'm so proud of you for taking care of yourself and enjoying this healing time. You're off to an excellent start, and I'll stay with you for the entire journey. Be well, precious one, and know that you are loved and admired by many.

    I believe in miracles!
    I believe in you, Barbaro.

    MA

    Posted by: Mary Allen at October 2, 2006 2:27 PM

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    Jo (and Dora, et al)

    If you go to Equibase - then Results - then Full Charts - choose track and date - then choose race, it opens a pdf file - on that page, under the full results there is a line that starts "Winner" - gives the name, sire and dam, and foaling date and place.

    Proud member, Fans of Barbaro

    Posted by: Marg in Maine at October 2, 2006 2:28 PM

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    Annie, TX.
    She was all over me this morning. See the 1.07 p.m. post above.

    Cheers,
    Friar Tuck

    Posted by: Friar Tuck at October 2, 2006 2:30 PM

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    Friar Tuck: Whoa! How'd I miss this one?

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    For the continuing co-sponsorship quest, from Maid M: "Btw, new line-up makes it very easy to be testy instead of friendly if you don't feel things (conversations, interactions etc.) are going your way. However, testy will only engender more testy, whereas friendly -- even if major effort and tongue tie-age is required -- will get your message across."

    Thanks for setting me straight!

    Posted by: annie inTX at October 2, 2006 2:32 PM

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    Marg-Thanks for that info. I have never been on equibase before, seen it advertise a million times, I guess I thought you had to be a mamber or something.

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 2, 2006 2:32 PM

    Wow! You folks are GREAT. Thanks for all the prayers for Barbaro, and thanks for allowing me to join you. If anyone wants to listen to me on XM Satellte Radio it's channel 13 "Willie's Place" or if you have direct TV it'll be on 811. God Bless you all, and SAVE OUR HORSES"
    Kilroy

    Posted by: Eddie Kilroy at October 2, 2006 2:34 PM

    EDDIE KILROY-I did not know this---but yesterday I WAS listening to you! My boyfriend has DirectTv, and we listen to Xm all the time!! Great station!! Willie's Place-Awesome sound!

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 2, 2006 2:37 PM

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    Hi Eddie and "Welcome"!

    I will be lookin' for you on XM!

    Posted by: Laurie H. in MN at October 2, 2006 2:37 PM

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    It is such a small world folks, we were listening( I was unaware which channel #), ya know how it is-boyfriend's house,he controls remote-but now---strange turn of events. I was actually listening to our newest Fan of Barbaro of Barbaro's Virtual Village on TWR site, how cool is that? Again--welcome Mr. Eddie Kilroy Maestro of Willie's Place!

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 2, 2006 2:41 PM

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    I will be back later guys,gotta do the household chores (LOL) Seeya Later!

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 2, 2006 2:42 PM

    Welcome Eddie - YOU ROCK!! I don't have XM or Direct TV - so I will take everyones word for it its a good show.

    I'm just so happy to see you here and to know that you are fighting the same fight we are. It helps to know that we are reaching out to people who can do a little more than we can.

    Thanks Eddie!!!

    XXOO

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 2, 2006 2:49 PM

    Eddie,

    You are a welcome addition to our cause, your show is great. I have 2 retired thoroughbreds I saved from slaughter years ago and every day with them I become more determined to stop this and save the other innocent horses.
    Glad your horse is better and thanks again for your support, so thrilled you are on board!

    This tribute to Lost In The Fog Saturday was very moving and emotional. I wish every horse could have a trainer and owner like Greg Gilchrist and Harry Aleo. Along with Mr. and Mrs. Jackson what a wonderful example they have set. Love you, Barbaro!

    Barb m in Florida

    Posted by: barb m in Florida at October 2, 2006 3:05 PM

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    Good morning everyone,

    Eddie, like Sally, I don't have XM or DirectTV but join in everyone's welcome to you. We need you badly, thank you for joining in our fight.

    We accomplish a great deal here but most of all, we have become a family, all dedicated to this mission, and to each other.

    We're proud you are a Fan of Barbaro....welcome!

    Posted by: Skyler at October 2, 2006 3:07 PM

    Alex, thanks for the link to the story on Discreet Cat. Boy, I'd love to see him compete against the best.

    (Dream race: Discreet Cat, Bernardini, and Barbaro.) But I think it's as unlikely that Discreet Cat will meet up with Bernarndini as it would be with Bobby.

    Then again, maybe next year...

    Posted by: J. Carson Black at October 2, 2006 3:10 PM

    whew, dearest barbaro
    my third job is keeping up wiht the posts and all the teachings and learnings..yikes..,
    i reconfigured the shrine i made for you and sabina
    's wonderful pho whihc i rpinted out, wiht yuor power and energy.. glistening in thier frames fresh roses are all about.
    bottom line, thank the dear lord you are safe and sound and slept well and may the grazing be delicious.today--.lots of vitamins in your precious carrots.. for the hooves.to.grow rest in your heart..as you feel the seasons change and now you have a new routine..you are not training with michael but in other ways you surely have left your apprentership in the dust.
    .what a splendid creature you are..and thank you for inspiring me to pick myself up and get out into that big world yet once again, this gorgeous day--and shake my broom and cook up ways how we are going to change ameircan horse history..NOW..
    the posts of the memorial for fog were absolutely wonderful espec. for those of us on the east coast..what a star in the sky he is..oh my .his spirit is everywhere.. boless mr and mrs aleo and greg..wow. and i am thinikng of the lvoely onwer of june seocnd..what a great man he is ..he really deserves a huge hug and i am senindg it to him .if i knew where it might even get there
    .am am cettain the fans of barabro will let me know..where..this gang is over the top...
    if i could fly ,,i would pass over to say thank you to everyone..
    so many different geographies
    ..your kitchens ,your fields..the big rigs, the highways,m the little roads and bridges..
    fresh apple pies..hot coff ee..crumb cakes and always warm handshakes ,open arms and doors, freshly dried dish towels..dogs and kitties napping on braided rugs of all sorts..
    EDDIE KILROY welcome and i cant wait to hear your radio show.
    THANK YOU FOR CARING AND GETTING IT..wow.
    .see? the barbaro effect is unbelievable..miracles happen, we pray we thank everyone for their talents and big hearts.
    as i porcess what in heck happened in those marble halls there in the swamps of washdc, i will,keep on--- listening..very hard, too.
    ..dear alex,
    i can imagine the image of falling rider is a bit unsettling to you after what mike went through.
    .i am sennding you my invisible four leaf clover to keep all peppy young ones..in good order.
    may y our heartts be lighter and may the week begin beautifully..on this holy day.
    in the light and in the dark,
    martita.

    Posted by: martita goshen at October 2, 2006 3:14 PM

    Good Monday Morning Everyone,
    Here we go again, it always comes back.

    Hi Sweet Barbaro,
    You had a good weekend. Atta Boy. ACN, that's going to become your midddle name. Today is nice for you to graze with your best buddy Dr.R. Have fun today I will talk with you later. Love you big boy.

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 3:19 PM

    Eddie - I don't have XM or Direct TV either, but thanks for the anti-slaughter help. The "big" media doesn't talk about it at all, interesting to know who does, will have to remember that.

    Posted by: Anita MA at October 2, 2006 3:21 PM

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    Jake,
    How is Daisy?

    Posted by: SusanO in MI at October 2, 2006 3:22 PM

    Eddie Kilroy; I don't have XM or Direct Tv, but I am sure glad you are with us!!! I have a friend who has XM radio and she said that she listens to a station owned by Willie Nelson that talks about the Slaughter Issue a lot. She gives me updates when I see her at night LOL. Same updates that I get on here just about! Welcome aboard for Barbaro!!!


    Nice to hear about another Comfy night!!!

    Posted by: Lynda Pellitteri at October 2, 2006 3:25 PM

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    Hi Eddie
    I have Direct TV and will have to listen tonight! Welcome aboard!

    Posted by: Louise in Ohio at October 2, 2006 3:26 PM

    Hi FOB -- Alex thanks for ACN news. Welcome Eddie Kilroy to this community, thank you Friar Tuck for your usual balance from MM.

    S 1915: SURFING THE WEB --ANONYMOUS SENATE HOLD -- SEN FRIST'S OWN BLOG. SEE POST BELOW. I found something surfing the web yesterday on the "anonymous hold" technique in the Senate... not on S1915 BUT from Sen Frist's own blog on a bill he did support. Will post full blog right below. FOB folks who know more about this -- what's your sense? I felt, if S1915 does have a "hold," we could approach Sen Frist with this backing up our request to bring the bill along... perhaps it will help us understand how to frame our questions to other Senators if they have a hold on it. I was thrilled about this "hit" -check it out good wise ones... thanks & peace to all -- Susan in Saratoga

    Excerpt: "I am calling on all members, when asked by the blog community, to instruct their staff to answer whether or not they have a hold, honestly and transparently, so I can pass this bill.... I will work with all of my colleagues, whether or not they support this bill, to bring this legislation to the floor for debate ... SURELY THE WORLD'S GREATEST DELIBERATIVE BODY CAN RELY ON ARGUMENT IN THE LIGHT OF DAY."

    Posted by: Susan in Saratoga at October 2, 2006 3:27 PM

    martita goshen - love your Faulkner "stream of consciousness" style of writing...lots of imagery!

    Posted by: Anita MA at October 2, 2006 3:27 PM

    Good morning, Starshine! Here we go, starting ACW on your journey home. Have a great day today and I'll check on you when I can; I'm still travelling.

    Good morning, Barbaro Nation.

    Posted by: Susan E. at October 2, 2006 3:28 PM

    SEN FRIST BLOG EXCERPTS RE ANONYMOUS HOLDS... sorry for long post...

    http://www.volpac.org/index.cfm?FuseAction=Blogs.View&Blog_id=435

    "Last week, I blogged on the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act, S. 2590, a crucial step towards fixing the federal government's spending problem......... and bring the bright light of public scrutiny to the federal budget. Unfortunately, when I attempted to bring this legislation to a vote before the August recess, it was blocked.

    It is deeply ironic that bipartisan legislation dedicated to transparency in government has been obstructed by the least transparent possible means. But I've not given up ... and neither has a united blogosphere.

    Led by sites like PorkBusters, TPM Muckraker, and GOP Progress, online activists across the political spectrum have worked to clear away the obstruction against this bill through hard work and the process of elimination. While the count is still climbing, they have publicly received a response from 89 Senators regarding the secret hold - and I'm proud to say that members of my online grassroots organization, the iFrist Volunteers, have made a major contribution to this effort in calling Senators and securing their promise they have not held up the bill, nor will they hold up the bill. The growing success of this effort perfectly demonstrates the value of the database that S. 2590 would create ... because it proves that Americans with a passion for citizen journalism and empowered by technology can cooperate across party lines to make a real difference.

    So, to get this bill passed, I am calling on all members, when asked by the blog community, to instruct their staff to answer whether or not they have a hold, honestly and transparently, so I can pass this bill. And I encourage Minority Leader Reid to do the same.

    Working together, we can clear this legislation for action in September, and send it to the House. This is a moment for participatory democracy in action, an unprecedented cooperation between Senate leadership and the blogosphere to pass a bill. I will work with all of my colleagues, whether or not they support this bill, to bring this legislation to the floor for debate ... surely the world's greatest deliberative body can rely on argument in the light of day. Let's keep working together, so I can send this bill to the House next month when Congress comes back into session.


    Written by Bill Frist, M.D.

    Posted by: Susan in Saratoga at October 2, 2006 3:29 PM

    Good morning Fans of Barbaro!

    Barbaro, you keep doing what you've been doing and continue your healing ways. Visualizing you getting out of NBC and going home and then us, your adoring public, being able to come see you! What a day that will be!

    Eddie Kilroy, welcome and thank you for joining in on the posting. I wish I could listen to you - alas, I'm stuck with 'regular radio' for now! LOL! I'm so glad to hear Chief it doing better.

    Best wishes and continued healing for our friends out there - Mike Rea, Erin, BDude, Daisy, Rockett, Ima, and numerous others I am missing.

    Also, would the Fan of Barbaro who lost her turkey (I'm sorry, I don't remember your name)please email me at gr8loon.yahoo.com - we have a family of wild turkeys (Tom, Hen and 6, YES 6, babies) behind our business here in West Omaha and am wondering if there is some kind of "turkey feed" we can buy them. They are kind of in a patch of woods/small field and we'd like to make sure they make it through this winter. Thanks!

    Keep rolling Fans of Barbaro and let's get S1915 on the November calendar! Love you all.

    Linda R in NE

    Posted by: Linda R in NE at October 2, 2006 3:32 PM

    Hola Barbaro!

    Hola Fans!

    Well, it is a beautiful day today -an Indian Summer day here in Ohio.

    Always good to hear about your progress Bobby -you keep healing and doing what your doing ! You inspire so many ! You win the SPIRIT award for sure ! God has blessed us with you Barbaro !

    Thanks to Alex & Co for keeping us together !

    Also sending healing hugs to Mike Rea and family !

    Hugs to all !

    Julia B

    Posted by: Julia B at October 2, 2006 3:38 PM

    Eddie -
    Thank you for your care, your compassion and your voice. So grateful!

    Posted by: Pam Mross at October 2, 2006 3:42 PM

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    Jo (UK) I just had to tell you that I replayed the race from yesterday of DISCREET CAT...after it was over they showed some nice closeups of DC, and WOWIE....That is what I was missing...I haven't seen a horse that fit since Barbaro at the Derby...DISCREET CAT was absolutely a work of art...I so dearly wish that our country would upgrade its camera work on these races. You can then fully appreciate this horse's beauty!
    When they flashed the close-ups, I got that same tingly feeling I had the first time I saw him....
    WOWIE...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 2, 2006 3:47 PM

    Good morning, sweet Barbaro.. Hope you have a day full of love and spoiling, also healing. Enjoy the grazing outside today.

    Eddie Kilroy, I too wish I could listen to your radio show. Thank you so much for reaching so many with this important message about the ugly SH practice. When you have more time, could you give us details about meeting the Big Guy? If you have been reading our posts, you know we must have details!!!!!!

    Re: Holds on bills

    I am no expert, but yesterday in the Dallas Morning News, there was a detailed article about how the Wright Amendment was finally overturned by Congress just before the recess. It seems that Patrick Leahy was the lone holdout,and he had a bill to protect wildlife in Vermont and NH. Another senator put an anonymous hold on his bill. The reporter asked Senator Hutchinson if she put the hold on it, and she replied, now why would anyone want to do that? It seems both bills passed Saturday. This tells me the anonymous hold must be a bargining chip by senators. The old I'll scratch your back, if you scratch mine. I'm hoping this is good news for our bill. Maybe whoever put a hold on S1915 just wants something in return on another bill insteading of just blocking it so it won't pass. I suppose we will never know, but it gives me more hope that calling, emailing, and faxing will do some good to put pressure on the cosponsors to get this bill to the floor. Just my opinion for what it is worth.

    Posted by: Patty in Dallas at October 2, 2006 3:53 PM

    Baby Pictures of Discreet Cat;

    Go down to 3/10/06; http://www.hiddenbrookfarmky.com/news.aspx

    Here is a larger picture. Easier to see

    Posted by: Lynda Pellitteri at October 2, 2006 3:55 PM

    Good Morning Sweet Bobby J. Love you.

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    Eddie Kilroy, welcome and thank you for posting your DirecTV number. Since I have NFL I rarely get past the 700s. Will check it out today!!! At least something good to watch (How can you have 1000 Channels and still have to hunt...so I usually just keep it on ESPN or TVG or HRTV,)
    Thanks again,
    Susan
    Believe in Miracles .....Believe in Barbaro.
    RIP our Angels.

    Posted by: SusanW at October 2, 2006 4:00 PM

    Thank you Lynda - could DC be any cuter - he was really a baby in that photo. Just want to hug and kiss him all over!!!

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 2, 2006 4:00 PM

    Good Morning Champ! Hope you have a wonderful day and enjoy your grazing. Fill up on treats and then get your rest. Love you lots big guy.

    xoxoxoxo

    Eddie, greetings from Canada and welcome to the site. Please keep on spreading the word. You are making a difference. Thank you so much.

    Posted by: Shannon & Zeena at October 2, 2006 4:01 PM

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    Susan in Saratoga
    Have been gone for 4 days, what bill is S. 2590?
    Not sure what Bill Frist is saying. Sorry if it's been posted. But 4 days of post is to much to read.
    Thank you for your help.

    Posted by: Debbie L.A. at October 2, 2006 4:02 PM

    Good morning Alex and Barbaro family

    Alex, sounds like you are having the kind of weather I wish we would get here in Texas. Thanks so much for the update on our Barbaro

    Heyyyy Barbaro sweetie

    ACN!! you are just the bestest boy! That makes me start my day off right. I hope you have a good day, lotsa everything! Twitch the ears, hold that whuffle just a little bit longer ok?

    Eat your carrots every day
    Booties gone so you can play

    Sunshine, breezes, grass everywhere
    A little nip here, a little nip there
    There is nothing to compare!

    Grow hoof grow! Heal leg heal!
    That's become our daily appeal

    Keep on doing like you are
    You're our bright and shining star!

    You have a great day, babycakes! I'll be back later to check on you. Hugs and smooooochies!

    Posted by: Toby at October 2, 2006 4:02 PM

    Wow, Eddie Kilroy has posted! All the FOBs embrace you with open arms! I had to rub my eyes when I first read your post, I wasn't sure if I was awake or dreaming! Kudos to you and xm radio for your work on behalf of the horse slaughter...WE WILL SAVE OUR HORSES!


    Mr. Matz: Congratulation on the wins of Tiffany Twisted and Suprise Inside. Such cool names, I'll definetly be following them as well as Mr. Aleo's Smokey Stover and Jaco's Mistress. I worship you guys!

    Robbie in Fresno, CA: Thanks so much for your post re. the FOGS memorial...I felt like I was actually there. I hope you're able to post some of the pics your husband took. The part about the geese flyby gave me chills.

    Remembering Little Erin, Mike Rea, and Sheila in thoughts and prayers today.

    Barbaro: Hi, Champ, it's me, your shadow. Have a great day today but don't overdo it. Keep growing that hoof...we're all so proud of you.

    Tim, Alex, and everyone at TWR and NBC: Have a good one and keep the faith.

    Posted by: C.L. Erie, Pa. at October 2, 2006 4:04 PM

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    Eddie strap yourself in and enjoy the ride...You will love it here...WELCOME TO ALL THINGS BARBARO...

    Just remember...IT'S BARBARO'S WORLD...WE JUST LIVE IN IT....LOL

    Posted by: Pamela at October 2, 2006 4:05 PM

    Good morning sweet Barbaro. Enjoy the beautiful warm sunshine and savor every blade of grass. Seeing you do horsey things is soul soothing. I hope you have lots of visitors and treats galore. Grow that hoof big guy and butterfly kisses to you. Do friends who visit gently blow into your nostrils and do you return it back to them. My horses looked forward to that. It was a nice moment for all.

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    Thank you Alex for this forum where we can bring the best of who we are. You have given us such a gift.

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    Lydia A. Williams has some beautiful pictures of Barbaro on her website. Some have been on TWR, but not all. www.theshedrow.com They are under the Racing Gallery, Barbaro album.

    She has some beautiful pictures of Round Pond too.

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    Hope all Fans of Barbaro have a great start to the week and a great month ahead.

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    Prayers for Mike Rea, little Erin and everyone else who needs them.

    Posted by: Rosemary in Ohio at October 2, 2006 4:06 PM

    Good Morning, All

    Thanks for the updates, Alex, and your lovely description of your New England autumn morning Glad no one was hurt in that spill

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    Eddie Kilroy WELCOME!!!! it is so good to have you hear and thank you for posting and reporting on our mission here ( other than to patiently wait for the day sweet Barbaro goes home from NBC ) I am very grateful for your effort It sure will help

    Barbaro, it's a beautiful, bright October morning and another day closer to your homecoming What a joyful day that will be. You are such a good boy We love you so much

    Hay to all my friends here Will check in with all of you later

    Cheryl

    Posted by: Cheryl Jones at October 2, 2006 4:20 PM

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    LOL,, Pamie, you're so right. (It's Barbaro's world, but I think we have made it special. A nicer group has never been together so long and for such great causes.)
    Thank you Alex (and Jen) for your time and caring. Do you realize , without you, we would be hunting around the net for info, and like I said, what a great family.
    Love to Family and Posse,
    Susan...
    Alex...EAGLES 31 Pack 10.......trust me, I am rarely wrong and if I am, I will print out my prediction and eat it.
    Believe in Miracles...Believe in Barbaro.
    RIP our Angels.

    Posted by: SusanW. at October 2, 2006 4:20 PM

    On Saturday, four friends and I visited Fair Hill.I feel like I have spent time in another world - what a great place! It was awesome to see and feel so much horsepower assembled in Tim's barn. The horses themselves are magnificent. It was fun to see those who were formerly just names to me. Luke is my special! Alex didn't lose a minute, going back and forth from his riding to spending time showing us the highlights.What most impacted me was being close enough to the track to hear the hooves strike and the horses breathe. The perfect end to the day came when we drove to NBC to find no obstacles to our entering the lobby area to view the many tributes to Barbaro. Thanks, Alex-you are a prince! Cate Kane

    Posted by: Cate at October 2, 2006 4:22 PM

    Lynda!

    I LOVE that picture. So cute. Thanks for posting it!

    Rosemary, thanks too for the link to the other pictures. I can't get into that one at work but look forward to viewing it later tonight.

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    Linda in NE....Love the turkeys with their babies. There are alot of turkeys out where my horse lives, in rural Sarpy County, but they just eat whatever is good for them in the grasses I believe. No food is left out for them, and they thrive there. How sweet though you're looking out for them. Also, I saw a wild turkey in the middle of the city not too long ago....around UNO and the old AK-Sar-Ben area. He was in the middle of the street and I was worried he or she would get hit by a car. I was on my way to work and saw the poor thing just standing looking around and cars driving around it.

    I know NOTHING about turkeys but felt it crucial I try to help him/her in some way. So, I called my assistant, told her I'd be "late" to work as "something" had come up. My plan was to get the turkey out of the street. I drive back to the intersection, park my car, and "herd" the little soul into someone's yard. Then, I call the humane society who offered no help at all, then a call to Fontentelle Forest Nature Center, who advised me that the turkey would be OK and would find it's way back where it belonged soon. To this day, I worry about that little one....hoping he/she rejoined its family. I also hope that the owner of the home where I herded the turkey didn't mind the visitor in their front yard. :)

    Posted by: Skyler at October 2, 2006 4:24 PM

    Good Morning Sweet Barbaro and all in the Nation! So good to be back from vacation and all things Barbaro!

    I was in Cabo San Lucas with my Barbaro hat on and yes...I was asked many times how he was doing! One woman who did not speak english pointed to my hat and made the sign of the cross. Our Boy is truly a world-wide phenomenon!

    So good to be back here again!!

    Posted by: Kathy J. - Hilton Head Island, SC at October 2, 2006 4:59 PM

    Hi my fellow Fans of Barbaro,

    Barbaro--you rock, big guy! Grow that hoof,baby. Saw the message from your dad, Dynaformer, on the discussion board(ad from Three Chimneys). We are all picturing you healed and happy.

    Eddie Kilroy--you rock, too! God bless you for helping us in the anti slaughter cause. Do you have any suggestions for us on approaching the media to enlist their help?

    Steve--my cats are telling Bdude to hang in there.One of them was very sick as a kitten, but now she's head cat of my household.

    Praying for everyone on the site that needs it. With God, all things are possible.
    (from the Bible and Ohio's state motto)

    Peace,
    Buckeyes for Barbaro
    Kathy from Toledo and the cats

    Posted by: Kathy Andros at October 2, 2006 5:10 PM

    Lynda thanks for posting baby DC.

    Mom's beautiful..... has the most beautiful coloring...don't ya think??

    Posted by: D'Anne in NC at October 2, 2006 5:12 PM

    Good morning Barbaro and Fans

    For those that would like to see pictures of the Lost in the Fog memorial, my husband has added them to his website and you are invited to view them. Just go to the heading on the left for LITF and click and enjoy.

    http://www.rmurimage.com

    Posted by: Robbie in Fresno, CA at October 2, 2006 5:13 PM

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    Hi Skyler, thanks for relating your story on the turkey. Wow, the traffic around the old Ak-sar-ben area is busy, I'm glad you stopped to help him (her?). I can just see you, stooped over, herding him to a yard... "come on turkey, come on"... Great picture!

    The area where all our turkeys are is near 120th and West Dodge, not a lot of forage around there, but there must be enough if 6 young ens' have grown and survived thus far. I guess I was just hoping there was some "turkey chow" or something we could give them to make sure they make it through winter. It's kind of cool to see them moseying around the grounds.

    Have a great day!

    Linda R
    Fan of Barbaro

    Posted by: Linda R in NE at October 2, 2006 5:17 PM

    Susan W, and Pamela,
    It's a great place to be. Our quiet little corner of the world where good people have come together, for a very special horse, whom we love and we know he loves us, and all connected to and with him. A warm fuzzy place.

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 5:19 PM

    Renee
    Speaking of good people.......HI!

    Posted by: D'Anne in NC at October 2, 2006 5:20 PM

    HI BOBBY GLAD YOU HAD A GOOD NIGHT AND GOOD WEEKEND. HOPE YOU ARE HAVING A GOOD DAY TODAY AND YOU AN DR. RIC GET TO SPEND A LOT OF TIME OUTSIDE. YOU ARE A VERY SPECIAL BOY AND I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH. I HOPE YOUR MOM AND DAD GOT TO VISIT YOU TODAY. BE GOOD AND DO WHAT THE DOCTORS AND NURSES SAY.

    LOVE KATHY

    Posted by: KATHY - 8 at October 2, 2006 5:20 PM

    Precious Barbaro:>) Another comfortable night, thank God. May He give you a day filled with positive healing, grazing, sunshine and gentle breezes. Father, thank you for the "Miracle of Barbaro".

    Lost in the Fog:>) My Eternal Horse.........I know you are very happy running and playing with all your "horsey" friends. And you must be very happy in the presence of our Heavenly Father. Still missing you.....love you Foggy.

    Barbaro Team:>) May you all have a glorious day.....we are having our "Indian Summer" here in New Mexico. Temperatures are mid-80's. Balloon Fiesta will start this week.

    Candles are lit for "my boys"......

    Father, continue to hold Mike Rea and little Erin and grant them a "positive" recovery with lots of healing. Amen

    Jeanette Cavalier

    Posted by: Jeanette Cavalier at October 2, 2006 5:21 PM

    "ACN"!!!

    May all have a good day!

    Posted by: chris byers at October 2, 2006 5:33 PM

    ((((Bobby)))) you continue to amaze and inspire me. One day at a time handsome...


    (((Alex))) The Barbaro of the human race. You are the greatest.

    Posted by: Pat G San Jose, CA at October 2, 2006 5:36 PM

    Good morning Barbaro, hope you have a restful and happy weekend, stay strong and happy sweet boy. Prayers are coming you way.

    Good morning everyone, hope you had a good weekend, remebmer to keep the phones ringing and the fax going, and the letter going out. We have to win this race.

    Does anyone know is any Senator's signed on?

    Still working on Senator Santourm, sent a fax this morning and will call later.

    Have a great day.

    Welcome aboard,
    Eddie Kilroy, yes we do , and this is new week, so hopefully a very eventfull one.

    BELIEVE IN MIRACLES
    BELIEVE IN BARBARO

    Carol-Pittsburgh

    Posted by: Carol Nichols at October 2, 2006 5:39 PM

    ACN! You have another comfortable day too sweetie pie. Be a good boy and keep healing and growing that hoof! I love you Barbaro!

    There will be miracles...
    when you believe.

    Posted by: Sandie at October 2, 2006 5:46 PM

    hi bobby and family, this is my first time typing.
    I read this site everyday and pray for Bobby.
    I met Barbaro in Kentucky two weeks before the Derby. There is a vibe he exudes and you know you are standing next to greatness! I wished him luck, told him I knew he would win the Derby and then petted him. Just as I was having my picture taken with him, he bit me on the arm.
    SURPRISE!!!!!
    It is the day I will always remember.
    Glad to be aboard. I love him!
    Keep up your miraculous fight, Bobby!
    Posted by: Jan of Wor.
    Oct 2,2006.1:15pm.

    Posted by: Janice Palmer at October 2, 2006 5:56 PM

    ACN Barbaro Jackson , thank you for soldiering on.

    If you had your saturday bath as normal , I bet
    you had a good time and now smell like a daisy. !

    I received an email in answer to one I sent to
    Mike Johann , the Sec. of Agriculture.
    It was the same old form letter which tried to
    justify what they are allowed to do. Pay- for - fee
    inspection of meat , etc.

    It's horrible when a governmernt department
    slips and slides around a law made by the
    House of Representatives ( HR 503 ) . A
    law overwhelmingly approved by the American
    people, and they have the effrontery to send
    emails to citizens justifying it.

    This a dept. out of control, not answerable to
    to the majority in the US , and it makes me
    wonder why the President of the United States
    puts up with this.

    Where is Mike Johann from and who appointed
    him to the position ? Did GB appoint him ?
    Is he from Texas ? Does he now , or did he in
    the past , belong to the Texas Cattlemen's
    Association ?
    These are questions which occured to me after
    reading the email. Most of you probably know
    the answers already.
    Any way , nothing can be accomplished through
    this route. I just wanted him to know that thepeople are aware of what his dept. is doing.

    Our Senators are the only ones with power to
    stop this , and our energy needs to surround them
    daily and hourly until they vote for S1915.
    Let our calling , emailing, and faxing
    campaign continue.
    Lead on Barbaro , we will follow ! !

    Posted by: Bobbie B. at October 2, 2006 5:57 PM

    Janice, you have been blessed to have been nipped by "The Chipper Nipper!"

    Bobbie B - I agree!

    Posted by: chris byers at October 2, 2006 6:01 PM

    Janice Palmer,

    So you experienced the Chipper Nipper in action :)


    Ro & Brady

    Posted by: Rosemarie at October 2, 2006 6:02 PM

    #########
    Renee A, speaking of good people, you are the best. I am proud to be fighting the fight for our Barbaroooooo (Sorry about the nickname, again).
    Someday, we are all going to get together!!!! I know it!
    ##########
    Skyler,
    you Sweetie, Trying to rescue the Turkey. I rescued quite a few birds in my life, including an Anhinga that some kid had thrown a brick at when he lost he way and was stuck in an intersection. My most inspiration (after getting his beak stuck in my arm and having a policeman pull it out, was a young guy who said...Only one did this, let me get you a box for him to take for Rehab, and he did) And the Anhinga made it back to the Delaware!!
    Love to Family and Posse,
    Susan
    Believe in Miracles. Believe in our Barbaro.

    Posted by: SusanW at October 2, 2006 6:05 PM

    Marg...thanks for the info on Equibase. I feel a bit silly as I get so many result notifications etc from them and never noticed that they show the dob too! So THANK YOU! :-)

    Pamela...had to go back and watch again, but I'm wishing your cameras captured the races like they do over here...you almost feel like you're riding the horse, you're right in there! I supposed I feel robbed because they didn't show the race on my US racing channels so all I had was the replay. Thank goodness the Belmont site does race replays!! They better show Belmont this Saturday! :-/

    Lynda...how cute was he as a teeny weeny kitty cat! :-)

    Posted by: Jo (UK) at October 2, 2006 6:23 PM

    How wonderful to read about Barbaro's continuing progress toward good health and healing. Every good night and calm day brings him a bit closer to our hopes for him.

    ####
    Bobbie B., You asked about Mike Johanns. He is a native Iowan, grew up on a dairy cattle farm in northern Iowa. He moved to NE, and eventually became governor there. I would say that the cattle industry is very important in NE. Bush appointed him as Sec. of Agriculture. Given his background, it is not suprising that he is not sympathetic to the important issue of anti-slaughter legislation.

    Posted by: Mary in Iowa at October 2, 2006 6:33 PM

    ##### Susan W.

    I hope the day we all get together will be
    when Barbaro leaves the hospital to go home !

    In case that would create too big a problem
    for the Jacksons , we could meet the weekend
    following his release , at some prearranged
    place. I can hardly wait. I guess a crowd will
    not be allowed to approach him closely , but
    perhaps we can get a view of him in a paddock
    etc. when he is brought out to graze.

    Ah well , it is good to dream , and perhaps ,
    it could come true for some of us .

    ### Chris Byers , I can't believe that Janice
    has an arm that has actually been bitten by
    the great one himself.
    If it were my arm , I'd sell pictures of it
    on e-bay ! All kidding aside Janice #####, that
    is a memory to keep forever, and many of us
    would love to have had that experience, Lucky
    Girl !

    Posted by: Bobbie B. at October 2, 2006 6:34 PM

    Hi D'Anne!

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 6:37 PM

    Susan W.,
    Thank you, how nice, ditto to you. We are all a great group.

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 6:40 PM

    ##### Mary in Iowa ,

    Thank you for answering my questions.
    It's not quite as bad as I thought ,
    but close , since he probably equates
    horses and cows.
    That , to me , is as close as equating
    a computer to a cement sidewalk, no
    relation what so ever . I shouldn't be
    wasting time on him anyway ! Thanks, BB

    Posted by: Bobbie B. at October 2, 2006 6:43 PM

    Alex answered the Massage Blanket question in FAQ - if anyone wants to know.

    You are the Best - ALEX!!!

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 2, 2006 6:48 PM

    Robbie in Fresno, Ca. Was looking at the pictures from the Lost in the Fog Memorial....Beautiful work.

    Who is that one horse that is like a grayish-black color tha that is being walked by ( I think it's the groomer)? Beautiful horse.

    Jeanette Cavalier

    Posted by: Jeanette Cavalier at October 2, 2006 6:51 PM

    Robbie:

    Thank you so much for the beautiful Foggy Day pictures...Jeanette, you took the words right out of my mouth! Who is that gorgeous black/dark bay horse?...Almost looks like Foggy, but the blaze is straight...My gosh, he's really tall!

    Posted by: Sue W. at October 2, 2006 6:54 PM

    Congratulations to Steve Klesaris for Untopable's win in race 1 at Delaware Park earlier today!

    Posted by: Jo (UK) at October 2, 2006 6:55 PM

    Afternoon ALL!!!!
    So good to hear our boy is doing so wonderfully!!!

    ############
    Jazz..."Nope, just given 'em regular carrots....."
    I think someone was pulling your leg on that remark...everyone KNOWS our boy loves the baby greentops...LOL...

    Posted by: Tracie at October 2, 2006 6:55 PM

    I have never been bitten by a horse - does it hurt!!!

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 2, 2006 6:56 PM

    Eddie Kilroy:>) I just love your choice of words: "Let's slam this bill through the Senate".

    Welcome aboard.................You are so lucky to have been able to see our Precious Barbaro....

    If I find a "magic lamp" and a genie pops out with 3 wishes............I'm going to wish for all of the Barbaro Team to be able to meet our Barbaro..........

    Posted by: Jeanette Cavalier at October 2, 2006 6:56 PM

    CONTINUED PRAYERS FOR OUR GREATEST.BARBARO..AND THE FAITHFUL FANS..BLESSINGS TO THE JACKSONS, DR. R, STAFF, MALTZ, ALEX, EDGAR, AND THE BARBARO FANS.

    IN MEMORY AND STONED IN OUR HEARTS...LOST IN THE FOG, OWNERS AND FANS.

    MOST OF ALL, TIME FOR PRAYER FOR OUR SENATORS FOR GOD TO GUIDE THEM TO PASS THE ANTI-HORSE SLAUGHTER BILL. REMEMBER THE ONES THAT HAVE SUFFERED.....

    ALSO, HEARTS AND PRAYERS TO THE AMISH, JUST RECENTLY A SHOOTING IN PA....INNOCENT CHILDREN KILLED AND INJURED....

    MY LIST COULD GO ON...BUT GOD KNOWS OUR HEARTS.

    FOREVER BARBARO FAN...

    Posted by: JOAN ROYA at October 2, 2006 6:56 PM

    Hi Sally,

    I've been bitten at various times by horses, both by my own (love bites) and also during my tenure working with racehorses. Yes, it can hurt but it goes with the territory. Just need to be cautious around them. I've never been kicked and I hear that is much worse.

    Posted by: Skyler at October 2, 2006 6:58 PM

    Sally,
    It sure does hurt. As I was told they don't stop biting untill their teeth come together. I don't know if that is true.????? The owner and my Dad made it let go of my fingers.

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 7:02 PM

    Sally:

    I've been bit many times, but ususally what they do is grab your skin and twist it, almost like they would if they were picking grass. Usually just gets black and blue but I know some people who have had blood drawn...I've been kicked, too, once two horses at the same time, which was of course, entirely my fault! I've been lucky though, whenever I've been kicked, it's never been a direct hit!

    Posted by: Sue W. at October 2, 2006 7:02 PM

    ######
    Robbie, thanks for the pix...they are beautiful...thought you'd like to know in the link with your name you have a comma behind the www....

    Posted by: Tracie at October 2, 2006 7:03 PM

    ##################
    Dear Friends,

    National Public Radio (NPR) will be airing a special segment on Old Friends
    and Precisionist today on their wonderful program, "All Things Considered".
    Please tune in between 4 and 6pm EST today on your local station for this
    memorable broadcast.

    Maya

    FYI. Love to Family and Posse...and don't ask me where your local PBS station is.......I never have the clicker.
    Always,Susan.
    Believe in Miracles. Believe in Barbaro.

    Posted by: SusanW at October 2, 2006 7:04 PM

    Skyler,
    You can answer the part about the teeth coming together I'm sure.

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 7:04 PM

    Cate,

    Thank you so much for sharing your visit to Fair Hill with us! How lucky you are!! When you mentioned being close enough to the track to hear the hooves strike and the horses breathe, it reminded me of when I saw Barbaro's video of his first trip outside to graze and heard him "snuffling" while he was pulling at the grass. It was such an amazing moment to actually hear him after only seeing photos of him for such a long time. So glad you and your friends had a nice time. I can only imagine what it must have been like to see all the horses and to spend time with Alex! Very cool!

    Dear Alex,

    Thank you so much for the articles and posting the tributes to Lost in the Fog. I had sent a card to both Mr. Aleo and Greg Gilchrist, and was thrilled to receive a beautiful card with Foggy's photo on the front and a lovely hand written message from Mr. Aleo this past Friday. His message was so nice; he spoke of how they did everything they could to save him but sadly it was too late. He said how much it helps to know there are people who care and that they will always have their memories. I felt a warm connection to this wonderful man whom I have never met. I also received a postcard from Mr. Gilchrist with another nice photo of the Fog on the front. It was so nice of both of them to take the time to send responses. I felt very good that I had contributed money for the flowers for the Fog's tribute on Saturday. When I had spoken to Marcy at the flower shop, she told me they had over $1000 donated from the Fans of Barbaro! She mentioned that any monies not used for the wreath and banners would be donated to Mr. Aleo's charity of choice. I believe it is the horse rescue organization referred to in one of the articles. Again, a wonderful thing thanks to our family, the Fans of Barbaro. Alex, words can never be enough to tell you how much you are appreciated!

    To our dearest Barbaro,

    Happy Monday Sweetheart! I hope today will be a happy day for you filled with sunshine and yummy grazing outside. You are our angel, and you are changing the world for humans and horses. I send you my love and prayers for continued healing. Grow hoof, grow...sweet words like ACN.

    Posted by: Karen in Las Vegas at October 2, 2006 7:04 PM

    ########
    I have never been bitten by a horse - does it hurt!!!

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 2, 2006 6:56 PM

    OH YEAH! IT HURTS! With those big old jaw muscles they have to grind grain and grass, they've got some serious bite pressure. Of course, a permanent scar from our boy would be a badge of honor. . . :0)

    #######
    Skyler--There is a large flock of "urban turkeys" in the Dundee/Happy Hollow area of Omaha. So big that Game & Parks relocated some of them outside the city. They toms get really bold during mating season and even chased a woman down the street back in to her house earlier this year. Most of the residents enjoy them and keep an eye out for them, since they've been known to stop traffic on many occassions!

    Posted by: Dawn in Omaha at October 2, 2006 7:04 PM

    SusanW.,
    They grab and twist...Ouch! I'd twist them. LOL

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 7:05 PM

    I am a little behind in reading this horse of the year article by Gary West as it was posted in the Star-Telegram on 8/25/2006. Some of you may have read it earlier....but it made me steaming mad!!!
    The article "Facts back Bernadini", Mr. West puts for the Horse of the Year #1 as Lava Man #2 Bernadini and #3 Invasor. They are undoubtably great horses but what really got my dander up was our UNDEFEATED champion Barbaro listed in 12th place and at 30-1 odds for horse of the year!!!
    Any comments??

    Posted by: D'Anne in NC at October 2, 2006 7:14 PM

    ######
    Hay Fans of Barbaro!

    I spoke with my contact at one of the Missouri vet clincs caring for the rescued slaughter horses this morning, and they are VERY much in need of donated supplies--particularly bandaging supplies, since so many of these horses suffered severe leg injuries. If anyone is in a position to help, either with a direct product donation, or monetary donation to help defray the costs, it would be greatly appreciated, since many of these animals will have a lengthy recovery.

    The generosity of so many of you is just amazing and inspiring. The Barbaro Effect in action.

    BELIEVE and ACN for our Champ!

    Posted by: Dawn in Omaha at October 2, 2006 7:17 PM

    ######
    Renee......they CHOMP. I needed a tet shot. And could not even get stitches cause it was so weird.
    ######
    Sally, ya never want one to grab you and bite. There are ways to stop them from biting....holding your hand out just right...but when one grabs you, it is like the hand of God....I just went.....let me GO...and he wouldn't til his Trainer grabbed him. So I kind of have a thing about Nippers.
    Love to Family and Posse,
    Susan
    Believe in our Family. Believe in our Barbaro.

    Posted by: SusanW at October 2, 2006 7:18 PM

    ##########
    D'Anne........don't be surprised. Sportswriters who vote on Horse of the Year have a small memory of a horse that won the Kentucky Derby in 2006 by the biggest margin in 60 years.
    Time to get on this, too......You don't win a 20 horse field by this unless you are greatness...
    Love to Fam and Pos,
    Susan
    Believe in Miracles....Believe in our Barbaro and Family.

    Posted by: SusanW. at October 2, 2006 7:22 PM

    Welcome, Eddie Kilroy, and thank you for your help on SB 1915!

    I understand you met Bobby and were more in awe of him than most famous humans you've met. That just reinforces everything we've learned about this horse and his brethren.

    Posted by: Susan E. at October 2, 2006 7:23 PM

    Jeanette and Sue W

    Glad you liked the pictures. Unfortunately, my husband and I know nothing about horse racing and did not even get a race schedule book. We went there just for Lost in the Fog. But I know what you are saying about that Groomer. I also think it is LITF's groomer (I think that is what you were saying, Jeanette) So, hopefully Shelley or someone else that was there can help us out with the names. My husband espeically lliked that horse when they brought him out and hoped to get pictures of him racing. But he was not saddled at that time and the Groom took him back to the stable area. We left after the memorial so maybe he raced after that.

    Can anyone help us out here??

    Posted by: Robbie in Fresno, CA at October 2, 2006 7:25 PM

    #######
    Robbie:

    You're right, he did look like Foggy's groomer..there is a racing picture in the block of pictures that he's in..it kind of looks like that horse racing, he has on white blinkers and the jockey had yellow silks...I thought maybe that was him?? In the picture where you can see him the best, I think he was in third place...

    Posted by: Sue W. at October 2, 2006 7:32 PM

    Thank you Tracie! My eyes keep playing tricks on me.

    Here are the corrected addresses for LITF Memorial pictures.

    The first is the Web site - the second SHOULD take you directly to that page. Enjoy!!

    http://www.rmurimage.com
    http://www.rmurimage.com/photo_6.htm

    Posted by: Robbie in Fresno, CA at October 2, 2006 7:33 PM

    Last Friday I was in Denver with my husband for his chemo "maintenance". I started chatting with the nurses at the center and, of course, the conversation led to horse slaughter. One of the nurses' daughters was also there. They live in Bailey, CO and she was off school (Platte Valley) because of the hostage/shooting situation. Anyway, I gave them a bunch of flyers to take to Bailey since so many horse people live up there. They were totally UNAWARE that this slaughter takes place and I think that is our major hurdle to get over - so many people are painfully unaware of this.

    I received a reply letter from Rep. Salazar/CO with his "position" on horse slaughter (he voted NO on the house bill. One of the lines from his letter (which I will not pass on, not worth it) was "IN 2005 ALONE, HORSE SLAUGHTER SAVED OWNERS AND RESCUE FACILITIES AN ESTIMATED $220 MILLION IN TOTAL COSTS OF CARING FOR UNWANTED HORSES." (Yes, I am reading all of your minds and I know what you are thinking.) My blood pressure shot so high when I read that line I thought I was going to pass out. I'm sure the rescue facilities are eternally grateful for the money they "saved" by not having to take all of those "unwanted" horses.(sarcasm intended). While it is too hopeless to change his mind, he is running for RE-ELECTION this year and southern CO can vote against hime. So spread the word!

    Barbaro, sweetie, you are the bright spot in any day. Keep healing, dear one, and we will keep fighting for you and all of your brothers and sisters.

    Alex, thank you each and every day for your help.

    Posted by: Deborah A./ Colorado at October 2, 2006 7:37 PM

    #######
    Robbie, you're welcome, but it's the link on your name that has the comma...the other was OK...

    Posted by: Tracie at October 2, 2006 7:38 PM

    #####
    Tracie - Thanks - what can I say??

    Sue W. - I believe the horse you see in third place is the big Gray
    (pictured to the left of the other one). He also has a blaze and I do remember he did come in third in his race.

    Posted by: Robbie in Fresno, CA at October 2, 2006 7:44 PM

    Precious Barbaro - My beauty, my brave boy, UNDEFEATED CHAMPION, my treasure from God - I just heard that your wonderful mother said she visited you this AM and you are comfortable. Yes! That's the way, Bobby. Nice and steady. You are so intelligent, much more so than lots of humans who think they are smart but are not. They think they can get away with cruelty to horses, but they won't. Not forever. They will be accountable for their actions, sooner or later.

    Praying hard and loving you always.XXXXOOOO

    Posted by: Elizabeth at October 2, 2006 7:48 PM

    #######

    Not to butt in but I think this is the horse MikeC. & Jo were talking about on update 82 at 11:37pm. Her name is QUITE A RUSH. Mike & Jo thought they were watching a replay of one of LITF's races.

    Posted by: SusanO in MI at October 2, 2006 7:49 PM

    ######
    Hi, Robbie:

    Yes, you're right, now I can see that he is the gray...he is a pretty horse, too, but that black horse is just magnificent..He must be 17+ hands!!

    Posted by: Sue W. at October 2, 2006 7:51 PM

    Bobbie B,

    You are right on the money as far as the Secretary of Agriculture. I have been working on this for many years and I agree with you, how can this happen that the USDA can overturn the law - passed by the House and Senate and signed by the president. I mention this in all my faxes and phone calls to the senators. This was a back room deal that deliberately thwarted the will of the congress and the American people. Just to let them know we are aware it happened last year and will it happen again? It's better if you know the enemy and are prepared accordingly. Last year an email I received from the USDA said,
    "thank you for your concern about horses, our humane standards are a priority." Enough said.

    Barb m in Florida

    Posted by: barb m in Florida at October 2, 2006 7:54 PM

    ######

    I might be wrong sorry. Quite a Rush won I think.
    Check the update for more info. Sorry.

    Posted by: SusanO in MI at October 2, 2006 7:54 PM

    Hi Gorgeous Barbaro ... Just read that you had a visit from your Mom. She says that you are comfortable. That is a GOOD thing! Keep healing, Precious One. You are sooooo LOVED and needed in this world. God Bless You and all of your caregivers!

    Hugs and kisses ... hope you can feel them!

    Ruth Stacey
    Proud Member
    Fans of Barbaro

    Posted by: Ruth Stacey in Ohio at October 2, 2006 8:04 PM

    #######

    RE: Horse Bites....

    Sorry...This is not very pleasant...But my friend's horse bit her entire ear off! :(

    Posted by: Ernie at October 2, 2006 8:05 PM

    Hi, Susan O:

    You're not butting in!! I do remember the conversation Mike and Jo had but wasn't sure what race track they were watching...whoever it is, it sure does look like Foggy! Thanks for your help!

    Posted by: Sue W. at October 2, 2006 8:06 PM

    Alex,
    Every time you talk about Mrs. Jackson I just want to give her a hug. What a womnderful woman she is. God Bless her! She is so real and not a fake, it's refreshing.

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 8:08 PM

    Alex,
    Every time you talk about Mrs. Jackson I just want to give her a hug. What a wonderful woman she is. God Bless her! She is so real and not a fake, she is refreshing


    P. S. This needed to be corrected we are talikng about Mrs. Jackson

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 8:10 PM

    Ernie,
    Her whole ear? Bad bad horsie.

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 8:11 PM

    ###
    Eddie Kilroy, hello and welcome! Thanks for all of your help. I think I heard that Oprah is going to be on XM now. Could you drop her a "note" and ask for a mention from her on the slaughter issue? If we get enough voices congress will hear the ROAR.

    Posted by: Deborah A./ Colorado at October 2, 2006 8:16 PM

    ####
    Ernie
    Did this just happen?
    Some horses are not nice. And can really hurt you. Stallions for sure!

    Posted by: Debbie L.A. at October 2, 2006 8:17 PM

    ####

    I have never been biten but kicked, that is a different story! My mare kicked me right in the knee one time! I have never felt pain as bad in my life!!

    ####

    Is there a photo anywhere of the arrangement that we sent for Lost In the Fog's memorial?

    Karen - TN

    Posted by: Karen at October 2, 2006 8:19 PM

    Debbie L.A.
    What makes the Stallions so mean compared to the others?

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 8:19 PM

    Karen,
    Did the kick break your knee?

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 8:21 PM

    #####
    Robbie in Fresno,

    Your pictures are beautiful! You captured Quite A Rush winning the third race, and the group photos of LITF's family, and the flower arrangements, the beautiful gray and all the others, too...

    I have one question - is that Frisco Star that Pasqual is leading? (the picture of the dark brown/black horse with the blaze next to the picture of the big gray) He's got bandages on his legs, so I don't think he had raced that day. I remember someone on the discussion board who was lucky enough to have visit the Fog a couple of weeks ago got to see one of Mr. Aleo's other horses. Is that him? He sure is handsome!

    Thank you so much for sharing your day with us.

    Posted by: Judy in Nazareth, PA at October 2, 2006 8:23 PM

    ####

    That would be a YES!!! I have had four surgeries on it since!! She messed me up pretty good....never liked getting her hoofs cleaned!

    Posted by: Karen at October 2, 2006 8:25 PM

    ###

    Michael Matz's 2yr old Filly Super Natascha is coming up right now in the Irish Sonnet S Race 8 at Delaware. Lets wish her a safe and speedy race!

    xoxoxo

    Posted by: Shannon & Zeena at October 2, 2006 8:25 PM

    Judy - I just did some searching through the archieves and I think you are correct. In update 630 there is mention on a new huge horse named Frisco Star. I think this just might be him!!

    Posted by: Robbie in Fresno, CA at October 2, 2006 8:26 PM

    QUITE A RUSH...won in true Lost in the Fog style (in more ways than one!) on Saturday at Golden Gate Fields :-)

    Posted by: Jo (UK) at October 2, 2006 8:26 PM

    ########
    Hey there, especially Pepper. I was just on the Best Friends Network site and discovered there is a Best Friends Community called Fans of Barbaro! Is that us? No members listed yet, it was just started on 9/28 I think, and Pepper had posted good things about S 1915!!!!!

    DJoAnn

    Posted by: DJo-Ann at October 2, 2006 8:29 PM

    ##########
    DebLA.
    Not every stallion is like that..I had one we used to almost Taser (JUST KIDDING KIDDING)He was like...no way, not today, try me tomorrow. to get him out on the track...he was a lazy guy, but so much fun to be around. The sweetest horse you ever met. I used to spend afternoons combing him.Our multiple stakes winner.
    Love to Fam and Pos,
    Susan

    Posted by: SusanW at October 2, 2006 8:29 PM

    #####
    Renee Antaya
    Stallions have one thing on there minds, and it's not playing around with people. But I have seen mares that bite too.
    No one turns there back on Barbaro. Dr R said I wish he would quit trying to bite me.

    That's why some stallions, make good gilding.

    Posted by: Debbie L.A. at October 2, 2006 8:30 PM

    Jeanette you are a very generous person in regards to the Genie and three wishes. I sure do hope you find that genie - I really want to met Barbaro! The love of my life!!!!!

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 2, 2006 8:32 PM

    ####
    Karen -
    go to http://www.rmurimage.com
    on left side look for Lost in the Fog

    You will find pictures of the day at Golden Gate Fields including the two horse shoe wreaths from Fans of Barbaro

    Posted by: Robbie in Fresno, CA at October 2, 2006 8:32 PM

    will a stallion stop biting after he is gelded??

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 2, 2006 8:33 PM

    Hey Guys!

    I had sent a letter to Patrick McDonnell (MUTTS) thru Heart Publications and got this response:

    Hi, Linda,

    I forwarded your e-mail to Patrick, and he wanted me to let you know he received it. He had three things to say to you. He:

    1. wants to say thank you for being so passionate and proactive about this issue and for writing
    2. is on the board of directors for HSUS and is aware of the issue and fully supports the legislation
    3. he can't believe that it is taking so long to get this done, but believes it will become law soon.

    Sincerely,

    Claudia Smith
    Director of Advertising & Public Relations
    King Features Syndicate

    Maybe he will do series of strips like "Shelter Stories"

    Posted by: Linda H in Denver at October 2, 2006 8:33 PM

    Robbie - the photos are awesome - tell you husband he is pretty good - lol.

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 2, 2006 8:33 PM

    #########
    Karen, check out Robbie's pix...I saw the arrangements in them...

    Posted by: Tracie at October 2, 2006 8:34 PM

    Debbie L.A.
    I know it's not funny, but every time I hear that about Barbaro I start to giggle. Shame on him.

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 8:34 PM

    ######
    To all FOB - maybe someone can research the validitiy of this claim:

    "To address other points presented to me by those opposing horse slaughter:

    1. Horses are classified as livestock by U.S. tax law. Prior to 1986, they were excluded out of some tax codes, such as the 1231 capital gains code and 1245 tax code if they were used for business purposes, but that exclusion has since expired, according to Mickey McMillan, a certified public accountant from Lewistown, Mont."

    From the following EDITORIAL:

    http://www.theprairiestar.com/articles/2006/10/02/ag_news/opinion/opinion01.txt

    Thanks for any help,
    Carol
    San Diego

    Posted by: Carol at October 2, 2006 8:36 PM

    God bless Barbaro.

    Posted by: Fran at October 2, 2006 8:37 PM

    ######
    Robbie, Judy, Jo:

    Thanks for all the info...I'll bet it is Frisco Star whose picture you have...I'm going to remember that name and try to keep up with him, he's a beauty and sooooo big!

    Posted by: Sue W. at October 2, 2006 8:37 PM

    FYI

    A horse is not a Stallion until they first cover a mare, until then they are called "colts"

    Gelding does not stop biting, I have been bit by many a gelding and mares. Some just are pre-dispostion to biting.

    Posted by: Katie at October 2, 2006 8:38 PM

    Ithink Barbaro got the bitting from his daddy - he is a real nipper - hell - he is a BITER!!

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 2, 2006 8:40 PM

    Oh God...they call our Barbaro a Colt. LOL

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 8:40 PM

    Dynaformer...shame on him too.

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 8:41 PM

    ####

    Thanks! I saw that but couldn't read the banner.
    Is there going to be a video released of the memorial?? I know they are talking about releasing the CD's given out but was wondering if they would include that?

    PS Sorry if these have been asked about but I have been busy at work and not able to read all the post.

    Karen - TN

    Posted by: Karen at October 2, 2006 8:42 PM

    #####
    SusanW
    Glad to know not all stallions are like that.

    Every one I've been around would take a plug out
    of you. Like a game to them.

    Did they get the ear from the horse, to sew it back on.

    Posted by: Debbie L.A. at October 2, 2006 8:47 PM

    #####
    The next time I'm on a date and the guy says he only nips, I'm going to think of Barbaro and male horses and start laughing. There goes that date.

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 8:48 PM

    #####
    Karen - The banner said:

    For a Warrior and a Champion WE LOVE YOU From the
    Fans of Barbaro

    Haven't heard anything about a video of the memorial.

    Posted by: Robbie in Fresno, CA at October 2, 2006 8:48 PM

    #####

    Robbie,

    Thanks....it brings tears to my reading it. He was such an amazing horse...he will always live on in our hearts.
    Karen - TN

    Posted by: Karen at October 2, 2006 8:52 PM

    He had a beautiful and dfferent face. Just beautiful!

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 8:52 PM

    ####
    Robbie,

    Would you mind posting a link to your wonderful pictures over on the discussion board under "Report for Memorial For the Fog"? I'm sure there's a lot of people there who would love to see them!

    Thank you so much again.

    Posted by: Judy in Nazareth, PA at October 2, 2006 8:54 PM

    Shannon...did she come in 2nd?

    Posted by: Jo (UK) at October 2, 2006 8:55 PM

    Funny face I love you.

    For two years each time I looked at him, that thought came to my mind.

    Just a beautiful colt!

    Posted by: Debbie L.A. at October 2, 2006 8:57 PM

    ####

    I agree Renee, he was beautiful and his face made him so special.

    Posted by: Skyler at October 2, 2006 8:57 PM

    GLAD BARBARO IS DOING OK TODAY- THANKS FOR THE UPDATES ALEX. I DID READ THAT ABOUT DYNAFORMER- ALL THE MARES ARE WANTING HIM SO THEY HIKED HIS PRICE UP QUITE BIT?? :>) BARBARO SHOULD ME GETTING A BIG CUT OF THAT!!

    JUST POPPING IN TO SAY HI, SO SAD TO HEAR ABOUT THE TRAGEDY IN PA, WE CERTAINLY LIVE IN A CRAZY WORLD!

    LOVE & PRAYERS FOR BARBARO, HOPE DAISY IS DOING BETTER AND THE REST...
    CHERYL G
    :>)

    Posted by: CHERYL G at October 2, 2006 8:57 PM

    Shannon...yep, 2nd to Todd Pletcher's Glacken's Mark. Wish they'd shown the race on my channel!

    Posted by: Jo (UK) at October 2, 2006 8:58 PM

    SHannon, what happened to Natascha? Did she win?

    Posted by: Lynda Pellitteri at October 2, 2006 9:02 PM

    ###
    Sklyer,
    You just wanted to take care of him, he had a bit of a needy innocent look too.

    P.S. I love you name, its so pretty!

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 9:05 PM

    Crud, she came in Second. I see he scratched Bee Charmer.

    Posted by: Lynda Pellitteri at October 2, 2006 9:05 PM

    Michale Matz's horses have very pretty names.

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 9:07 PM

    CANDLE ALERT!!!

    WAY LOW!!! Let's get them up there for our guy!!!

    Posted by: Karen at October 2, 2006 9:11 PM

    Alex, thank you for ALL you do for all of us. We are so blessed to have you.

    Bobby, ACN! Words that I live for.

    I am so happy to hear Mrs. Jackson is working hard. I am too..faxing, emailing, writing.

    LET'S ROLL, FOB!

    WE BELIEVE IN MIRACLES
    WE BELIEVE IN BARBARO
    WE BELIEVE IN MIKE REA
    WE BELIEVE IN THE BAN
    SUPPORT s1315 IN THE SENATE, now!

    Lor In PA

    Posted by: Lor in PA at October 2, 2006 9:12 PM

    Just lit mine Karen.

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 9:13 PM

    ####
    OK Judy -
    I have never been on the discussion board before, but I tried posting the link there. Hope I did it right.
    So glad you enjoyed the pictures.

    Posted by: Robbie in Fresno, CA at October 2, 2006 9:21 PM

    I don't know if this has been posted here on "The Big Board" or not--it has been in The Forum under one of the anti-horse slaughter topics, but if you have not already, go to this link:

    http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/3842331/

    Then click on the penguin photo. This will bring up a slideshow. Click on number 12. That is the incredible photo of the girl and one of the horses from the Missouri trailer accident. Then click on the word 'vote'.

    This picture is in contention for winning MSNBC's picture of the week--it deserves that and much, much more. The awareness it can bring to the anti-slaughter issue is monumental--it should be on the cover of TIME and Newsweek both, but first please do what you can to bring it as much attention as possible--for Barbaro and all of his friends.

    Thanks.

    Nancy in CA

    Posted by: Nancy Babcock at October 2, 2006 9:22 PM

    Sorry I am just silly with Barbaro bitting and nipping, there is a story above he bit someone while taking a picture. I can just see that silly face looking around...they're not looking take a chunk out of them. heheheheheh

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 9:23 PM

    Barbaro,

    You have ACN and I will check on you in the morning. I hope you have sweet dreams of peppermints, carrots and studmuffins! You are my ray of sunshine sweet one and I love you so very much.

    Prayers to Erin and her family and loved ones.

    Forever in our hearts, LITF, we love you!

    BLB!!!

    Karen - TN

    PS Light those candles!!


    Posted by: Karen at October 2, 2006 9:26 PM

    Looks like Godolphin may just be reconsidering the Classis...I sure hope so.

    The cat looked awesome yesterday, got 90k for a public workout, he didnt even break a sweat...

    It would be a site to see his legs move fast and break out of his gallop.

    Posted by: mike c at October 2, 2006 9:27 PM

    Hello All
    All is well in Kennett Square. It’s a beautiful day. We delivered to NBC this afternoon. Barbaro & donor horses got treats. We have been busy with funeral work, anti-slaughter, and getting Erin’s fundraiser together. Maybe this week we can get back to posting more. I know some of you like to hear from us. Good night & God Bless.
    We love you Barbaro & All your fans
    We believe.
    Aie
    KF

    Posted by: Alie at October 2, 2006 9:27 PM

    ###

    Alie, thanks so much for the update, as always.

    Please let us know more about the fundraiser for little Erin. How can we help?

    Posted by: Deborah A./ Colorado at October 2, 2006 9:30 PM

    Does anyone know when No Fair was foaled??

    Posted by: Jo (UK) at October 2, 2006 9:37 PM

    Have a great night Fans of Barbaro,
    We will all be back tomorow.

    Good Night Sweet Barbaro,
    Have a relaxing evening and eat treats. Don't bite Dr.R., don't bite anyone silly. You are a frisky one. Go count nickermakers tonight. The angels are with you always and will help you heal. Grow Hoof, Heal hoof, Heal leg. I love you so very much dear one. Sleep well my friend. Until tomorrow. God Bless you!

    Posted by: Renee Antaya at October 2, 2006 9:38 PM

    Thanks Alie and Kennett Florist and THANK YOU so much - you take good care of our boy and everyone else - we know you have your hands full.

    All, go vote on the little girl and the slaughter horse photo!

    Posted by: chris byers at October 2, 2006 9:40 PM

    Hi pretty boy....it's been a while since I've posted but I check on you everyday. I hope you have a wonderful week of healing, grazing grass and goodies.

    Have a good day beautiful one.

    Stacey

    Posted by: Stacey Streeter at October 2, 2006 9:42 PM

    NO FAIR WAS BORN 4/14/03

    Posted by: mike c at October 2, 2006 9:46 PM

    hi everyone,my bite from barbaro was only a little
    twist of his gorgeous teeth,only a love bite!
    never did a bite hurt sooo goood! just alittle
    black and blue from our chipper nipper!
    fans of bobby,you are the greatest!Mr.and Mrs.
    Jackson are wonderful,warm people and deserve
    Barbaro,the Horse of a Lifetime!Thanks for letting
    me into this special family. Love you all!
    Posted by:Jan of Wor. You can really see HIS
    GREATNESS when in his company,it is almost scarey
    when you look in his eyes!

    Oct.2,2006 5:10PM

    Posted by: Janice Palmer at October 2, 2006 9:49 PM

    Both Street Sounds and La Belle Race tomorrow at Delaware Park. La Belle in the 5th race and Street Sounds in the 5th race. Oh dang. They are both in the same race LOL. They are right together in post positions 4 and 5.

    Posted by: Lynda Pellitteri at October 2, 2006 9:49 PM

    Thank you SO much, Mike!! :-)
    I've been searching and searching and coming up with nothing.
    Thought you might know ;-)

    Posted by: Jo (UK) at October 2, 2006 9:51 PM

    thanks Jo...glad to help

    Posted by: mike c at October 2, 2006 9:53 PM

    Mike, I'll know who to come running to again when I get stuck! lol

    Posted by: Jo (UK) at October 2, 2006 9:54 PM

    ####
    Nancy your so right!!!!!

    Please every one go Vote! You can also write a email.
    Someone who writes better than I do, please go email and send Salvation flyer. Tell them not all of the horses are old and sick. Some are just babies and most are 3 to 5 years old.

    http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/3842331/

    Then click on the penguin photo. This will bring up a slideshow. Click on number 12. That is the incredible photo of the girl and one of the horses from the Missouri trailer accident. Then click on the word 'vote'.

    This picture is in contention for winning MSNBC's picture of the week--it deserves that and much, much more. The awareness it can bring to the anti-slaughter issue is monumental--it should be on the cover of TIME and Newsweek both, but first please do what you can to bring it as much attention as possible--for Barbaro and all of his friends.

    Thanks.

    Nancy in CA

    Posted by: Nancy Babcock at October 2, 2006 9:22 PM

    Posted by: Debbie L.A. at October 2, 2006 9:57 PM

    Good Night Big Boy. Keep growing that hoof. Still praying for you to walk out of there before the New Year! You can do it!

    Good night Alex and Family.

    Posted by: Kathy J. - Hilton Head Island, SC at October 2, 2006 10:05 PM

    Hi Jan of Wor,

    So glad to read your first posting! How amazing you were able to meet Barbaro before the Derby! You must have looked yummy for Bobby to take a little bite out of you! LOL Thanks so much for sharing, you are one of the family now!!

    Posted by: Karen in Las Vegas at October 2, 2006 10:07 PM

    Jan of Wor; That is pretty awsome!!! Did you meet any of his humans too? Getting to see Barbaro and any of his humans would be a dream.

    Posted by: Lynda Pellitteri at October 2, 2006 10:12 PM

    Good morning All,

    Eddie Kilroy, Nice to have you here!

    Barbaro, I hope you had ACN, big boy. I have to head to work now so my animals can continue in the life they have become accustomed. Basically that would be SLEEPING ALL DAY!

    Everyone have a great day!

    Posted by: cindy a at October 2, 2006 10:18 PM

    Hi Alex,
    Thanks for putting my comments at the top of
    your page! I think you are really sweet and what
    you are doing for horseracing and for Barbaro
    fans is terrific! YOU HAVE EVEN GOT ME TYPING,
    something I never did before. Thanks to the whole
    Barbaro Team,you are all wonderful people!
    Posted by: Jan of Wor.
    Oct.2,2006
    5:45PM

    Posted by: Janice Palmer at October 2, 2006 10:18 PM

    ########

    Jan,

    I asked MikeC about "B" & he told me the look in his eyes will stop you in your tracks. He said he was big, muscular, dappeled.

    Would you care to give your impression. Please.

    Posted by: SusanO in MI at October 2, 2006 10:18 PM

    Janice - great post!! I have been bitten, kicked and stepped on (resulting in a broken foot) many times. But, would grant Barbaro a bite any day. Just to be that close to him would be amazing.

    Thanks for all the posts and articles Alex. Keep them coming, they are very much appreciated.

    Love to you Barbaro. Shine on beautiful boy.

    Posted by: Danielle from South NJ at October 2, 2006 10:24 PM

    Well everyone - just wanted you to know that I researched the cable options - and I have ordered Dish TV and I will then be able to get HRTV - no more whinning from me. Althought I won't be getting it until October 12 - so you may hear a little whinning until then.

    Thanks for all the suggestions.

    I CAN HARDLY WAIT!!!

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 2, 2006 10:30 PM

    Just heard Noah Adams on NPR's "All Things Considered"--a touching account of Precisionist's last moments. See
    http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=6183042
    Audio will be available at approximately 7:30 PM ET.

    Posted by: Flicka18 at October 2, 2006 10:35 PM

    Janice - How awesome to have met Barbaro! Describe more of his "aura" of greatness and his appearance and that look in his eyes. Magnificent.

    Posted by: Elizabeth at October 2, 2006 10:41 PM

    Hello fellow fans,

    I has taken me more than half an hour to get on this site. I never had this problem before. Is there something going on? Conspiracy???? Hmmm
    think about it.

    Janice

    Posted by: Janice from Florida at October 2, 2006 10:41 PM

    Ernie-

    Years ago I was present at a stable when a horse bit a girl's ear off. We sent her to the hospitial, then searched and searched until we found the remnant, wrapped it in wet clean cloth, and rushed it to the hospital. The surgeons reattached it, successfully, I think.

    Posted by: Flicka18 at October 2, 2006 10:46 PM

    ######
    I have copied below in its entirety an e-mail from Robert Cohen, the photographer who took the "X-tremely Lucky" photo of the girl and the horse that was saved in the Missouri trailer accident. I will also post the info on the discussion board.
    Carol
    San Diego

    "Hi Carol -
    Thanks for the kind note. This picture sure seems to have hit a nerve as I've heard lots about it from across the country. I think the MSNBC site has been the catalyst.

    Anyhow, purchasing the picture for personal use is easy. Go to
    http://stltoday.mycapture.com/mycapture/enlarge.asp?userphoto=0&image=130564
    09&thispage=1 and that should get you to our 'photo store' where you can
    order that print. If by chance you need the picture for reproduction or any other use, there is a different route you'd need to take.

    Thanks again for the interest.
    Robert"

    Posted by: Carol at October 2, 2006 10:53 PM

    Hello Alex Bobby and fellow fans,

    I just wanted everyone to know that the Doris Day Animal League publication (which I received today) has a great article aobut Kaufman Texas and the slaughter house plant. The article titled "Never Give Up" - Lessons from small-town Texas - is very informative and there are quotes from Mayor Paula Bacon, long time resident, Robert Eldridge and other Kaufman residents. The residents of Kaufman have been fighting this for years and that should encourage the rest of us to continue our fight. They clearly state that the Dallas Crown people have "deep pockets". I wish I had time - I'd type the whole article. Also of interest - Doris Day Animal League will become an affiliate of HSUS.

    Never give in Never give up
    Janice
    Proud to be a "fan of Barbaro"

    Posted by: Janice from Florida at October 2, 2006 10:54 PM

    ########
    Like I have posted before, all thoroughbreds birthdays are January 1st...... Doesn't matter what month they are born.
    Love to Fam and Posse,
    Susan
    PS. I know it is unfair for some.
    Believe in Miracles. Believe in Barbaro.
    FLY EAGLES FLY

    Posted by: SusanW at October 2, 2006 10:58 PM

    That 10:18 post was done at 6:30 this morning! I was in a hurry to get to work hit the post key and left. When I got home a little while ago I didn't see my post. I guess it didn't go through this morning and when I woke my computer up it posted it. Weird, I'm sure it's user error!

    Sally, I'm glad you going to get satellite tv, you will really enjoy it.

    Lynda, Thanks for that precious picture of DC. Baby horses are sooo cute!

    As for biting I have a 6 yr old Tenn Walker that likes to give love nips...doesn't break the skin but it bruises. He is a gelding.

    In the racing form a horse is listed as a horse after he is 5 before that he is a colt. Fillies are called fillies until they are 5yrs. then called a mare. Maybe on a breeding farm it's different.

    Barbaro, I hope you enjoyed your day and continue to feel spunky!


    Also, I have read that overbreeding a stallion will make them aggressive. Anyone know if there is any truth to that. Cindy a

    Posted by: cindy a at October 2, 2006 11:00 PM

    Carol - I also received an email in response to the photo. He asked where I saw it and told him MSNBC - he was thrilled. He said he would see what he could do about getting it posted elsewhere. He did say that alot of people pick up the photo stories and post them in newspapers so it would probably be posted in alot of other places now.

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 2, 2006 11:01 PM

    ########
    Whoa, thank you Flicka....Will listen during the game. THANK YOU ,
    Love, Susan
    Believe in Miracles. Believe in Barbaro.

    Posted by: SusanW. at October 2, 2006 11:04 PM

    Susan O,
    Glad to give you my impressions of Barbaro.
    When you first see HIM you are struck by his

    size and beauty not to mention his strength.
    But when you look in his eyes,that is when it
    really hits you!It is scarey,makes you gulp,
    mesmerizing....I have never felt anything more
    powerful!!! I just knew I was in the presense
    of greatness.Dr.R agrees,I heard him say so.
    Hope that helps!Danielle,thanks for your kind
    words,they are much appreciated.
    Posted by: Jan of Wor.
    Oct.2,2006
    6:30PM

    Posted by: Janice Palmer at October 2, 2006 11:05 PM

    janice--susan O..

    thats where you see greatness..in the eyes...Thats the IT I always talk about...never saw eyes like BARBAROS since John Henry

    Posted by: mike c at October 2, 2006 11:10 PM

    ###########
    I posted earlier about my love, Precisionist.
    Called to ask permission to post and talked to Sheila....she said, he was so happy to see our Michael Blowen from Old Friends, Michael was his life in his final days. And not a better person to be there.
    Thank you Michael...
    You always are the best, just too hard to get in touch with anymore.....
    Always,
    Susan White

    Posted by: SusanW at October 2, 2006 11:11 PM

    ########
    Ok Mike C....Debate. you are denying Big Red the Greatness he was or our Ruffian...? Sorry. Go For Wand? Forego? I never saw as much heart in the eyes of a horse as Go For Wand...how can you pick yourself up with no jockey and FINISH the race?
    Susan.

    Posted by: SusanW at October 2, 2006 11:17 PM

    OK susan...(hope its a freindly debate)

    Forego, Big Red AND Ruffian competed BEFORE John..

    I never SAW Go For Wand in person so I can't say..but by the way she ran, she was a real fighter..but I dont understand your part of finishing with no jockey and finishing a race???

    Posted by: mike c at October 2, 2006 11:21 PM

    and susan..

    you can add the filly Personal Ensign to your list too..retired undefeated and ran down a rare female Kentucky Derby winner in the distaff in 88' in what looked like a hopless situation at Churchill to do so..

    Posted by: mike c at October 2, 2006 11:24 PM

    #####

    susan??

    where did you go, I 'm curious to know what you ment??

    Posted by: mike c at October 2, 2006 11:27 PM

    Beth just sent me a short story of three nonwinners who were saved. I have posted it on the "For the Love of Barbaro" site in the Poem Anthology under the title "Three Nonwinners." It is a must read for all of us united to save horses.

    Posted by: Melissa Harden at October 2, 2006 11:27 PM

    jo...

    are you here??

    Posted by: mike c at October 2, 2006 11:30 PM

    Mike, can I call on your expert knowledge again before I go to bed?
    I'm looking for La Ville Rouge's dob...with no luck :-(

    Posted by: Jo (UK) at October 2, 2006 11:31 PM

    ########
    Mike C. wow I just realized there is no debate...Everyone I have ever trained has had the "Fire in his/her Eyes" It was just up to us to care for them. Sometimes it worked...sometimes not.
    Uh oh...quoting the Black Stallion

    Always, Susan

    Posted by: SusanW at October 2, 2006 11:36 PM

    jo..

    4-8-96..

    may I ask, why the interest in all these dates??

    Posted by: mike c at October 2, 2006 11:38 PM

    ##########
    Mike C.
    Eagles game on right now ...so I am kind of watching, posting and betting against Alex. He is a PACK..........
    Always,
    Susan
    Believe in Miracles. Believe in Barbaro.

    Posted by: SusanW at October 2, 2006 11:39 PM

    #
    Flicka,
    I'm all for disciplining horses who bite, I've seen too many mishaps like the one you're discribing. Let them bite each other but humans don't do well with a ton of leverage bearing down under huge jaws. It felt really good to teach our horses "good ground manners"- that being said they still want to sneak one now and then but they can improve. Doesn't mean I don't love them, in fact I love them more when they aren't out of control.

    Posted by: Bonnie MacRaith at October 2, 2006 11:41 PM

    Susan..
    game not on, till 8:30..and pre game is all hype..


    AND btw..IM FOR THE PACKERS TOO..

    I hope they beat the stinkles...

    all in fun..

    Posted by: mike c at October 2, 2006 11:42 PM

    Susan - a question - how can you be watching the game when it doesn't come on until 8:30 ET

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 2, 2006 11:42 PM

    ########

    MikeC & Jan,

    I am so jealous it hurts.

    Posted by: SusanO in MI at October 2, 2006 11:42 PM

    Susan O..


    jealous of what???

    Posted by: mike c at October 2, 2006 11:43 PM

    #########

    You saw the big "B"

    Posted by: SusanO in MI at October 2, 2006 11:44 PM

    La Ville Rouge was born in 1996, she is in foal to Dynaformer for 2007.......again her date of birth is January 1.
    Love to Family and Posse,
    Susan
    Believe in Miracles. Believe in Barbaro

    Posted by: SusanW at October 2, 2006 11:46 PM

    ######

    HI SUSANW- I TRIED TO EMAIL YOU THE OTHER DAY WITH A GROUP EMAIL AND IT CAME BACK. I DON'T WANT TO POST IT HERE, I KNOW WHAT THE FIRST PART IS- ARE THERE ANY NUMBERS OR LETTERS AFTER IT? IT STARTS WITH A "B" AND ENDS WITH A "T"? RIGHT?? OR WRONG???
    I'M LUVBARBARO@AOL.COM IF YOU WANT TO SEND IT TO ME!!!
    THANKS SWEETIE--
    LOVE & PRAYERS FOR BARBARO & ALL HIS BUDDIES, DAISY ETC...
    CHERYL G

    PS- EDDIE, I DO LISTEN TO XM SATELLITE SO I'LL HAVE TO LOOK FOR YOU- THANKS!! :>)

    Posted by: CHERYL G at October 2, 2006 11:48 PM

    I'm not a horsie person so I have a horsie question - if La Villa Rouge just weaned her baby - how can she be pregnant again and due the first of the year. Is that normal. She had Baby Barbaro in February - got pregnant a couple months later with a foal? I'm confused - but thats not news!!

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 2, 2006 11:49 PM

    Good night Alex and everyone....sweet dreams

    Bobbycakes happy nighty nights...heal leg and hoof!

    ####
    Jo
    you most likely know this but La Ville Rouge was born in 1996..I don't know the month and day.....so this is probably no help for you.

    So I'll see you "all in the family"...tomorrow ...God Willing!!
    Bless you all!

    Posted by: D'Anne in NC at October 2, 2006 11:50 PM

    Sally, From what I understand they breed them back on their foal heat. They have a foal every 12 to 18 mos.

    Posted by: cindy a at October 2, 2006 11:52 PM

    Hay, Barbaro Family

    I just received the second email from a news reporter in our local NBC affiliate here in Denver, who wants to do a story before S.1915 goes up for voting. The first email was from another reporter, same station, who promised to help with our campaign. Isn't that AWESOME??

    Cheryl

    Posted by: Cheryl Jones at October 2, 2006 11:52 PM

    All of this talk about the look in Barbaro's eyes reminds me of my first look at any pictures of him. It was the week before the Kentucky Derby and I was scanning the Derby website, looking for my pick for this year. I picked Barbaro because he was trained by Michael but when I clicked on his picture to enlarge it, my jaw dropped and I think I uttered "Wow!" I knew at that moment he would win. I have never been more certain of a pick in my life!

    ###
    Mike c. - I'm wondering about the dates, too. Is someone doing up astrological charts?!!!

    Proud member, Fans of Barbaro

    Posted by: Marg in Maine at October 2, 2006 11:52 PM

    JO..

    perhaps you miss my post..

    la ville rouge was born on 4/8/96..the date of her birth IS NOT jan 1 ..

    all trououghbreds for records sake age 1 year on Jan 1 to keep uniform on ages..horses born in the southern hemisphere age 1 year July 1...

    but her ACTUAL b-day is 4/8/96..

    Posted by: mike c at October 2, 2006 11:53 PM

    Cheryl, Thats great news. I really admire everyone who is working so hard to get S. 1915 passed. There is a great bunch of folks on here!

    Posted by: cindy a at October 2, 2006 11:54 PM

    ######

    OK...I have a confession...when I was in grammar school, my favorite game was to pretend that I was a horse...my friend and I would run through the woods, making horsey noises...(Yes, I even had a pony tail)...and the first thing I wanted to be when I grew up was a jockey...just like National Velvet...However, my parents pointed out to me that,just like the movie, girls couldn't be jockeys at the time...I was crushed...So I settled for riding ponys at a nearby locale and would always pick the fastest one and fuel my fantasies...
    In college...a friend invited me to go riding at the beach...Did I know how to ride bareback? OF COURSE...I wasn't about to admit I never had...
    well, I did great until the horsey saw the barn at the end of the ride..He took me by fences and trees trying to knock me off...only to succeed when a small pine branch hooked my sandal and yanked me off...I was so embarrassed...I am a born competitor and didn't want to look like I didn't know what I was doing (Too late for that!)
    But my friend came running up and said " Wow, that was so cool you looked just like National Velvet..." Go figure!
    Thanks for listening...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 2, 2006 11:54 PM

    #
    Cheryl, that is awesome, good work!
    ***************************************

    Sally, I think Barbaro's little brother is approaching one yr. so the dam was probably bred again a few months after his birth. They do that for a short while but I doubt the Jackson's would do that on an on-going basis. She's probably is her prime for this right now.

    Posted by: Bonnie MacRaith at October 2, 2006 11:57 PM

    ########
    Sally, no, the birthday of all horses is the first of Jan....she can drop her foal in April.
    Sometimes, it is unfair. but it has been this way as long as I have been in racing. And now you have a colt or filly not as old as some.
    Love ya Gal,
    Susan

    Posted by: SusanW at October 2, 2006 11:57 PM

    Thanks, Mike :-)
    Nothing mysterious, I just like to know the proper birthdays of my favourites, and my list seems to be growing!

    Do you know if Bobby's little brother has been named yet?

    Posted by: Jo (UK) at October 2, 2006 11:58 PM

    JO..

    To my knowledge, he hasn't been named yet..

    just how impressive was DISCREET CAT yesterday??

    He's the best horse in the world in training right now...

    Posted by: mike c at October 3, 2006 12:00 AM

    #########
    Pamie (NEO),
    my bad thing was I was addicted to Mustang cars and used to drive down 95 like I was a racehorse.
    LMAO,
    Love you Girl,
    Susan.

    Posted by: SusanW at October 3, 2006 12:00 AM

    hey, y'all~
    long day, good to come home and read positive updates.

    Posted by: Anna in Tx at October 3, 2006 12:00 AM

    Sorry, guys...see I missed a couple of posts. The board moves pretty fast at night!
    Did someone say the Packers are playing tonight?

    Posted by: Jo (UK) at October 3, 2006 12:02 AM

    JO

    packers/eagles in 1 hour

    Posted by: mike c at October 3, 2006 12:03 AM

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    CHERYL JONES, ARE YOU THE CHERYL FROM COLORADO?

    PLEASE EMAIL ME,
    LUVBARBARO@AOL.COM

    THANKS,
    CHERYL G

    Posted by: CHERYL G at October 3, 2006 12:05 AM

    It is so nice to see you again Anna...

    And Mike C and Jo...I love having you guys on together to talk about racing...Mike...did you see the close ups of DC..OMG...you could see every fiber of every muscle...amazing...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 12:06 AM

    Mike...Discreet Cat takes my breath away, he's awesome!! That colt just LOVES to run! :-)

    Do you reckon we'll see him in The Breeders' Cup?

    Posted by: Jo (UK) at October 3, 2006 12:07 AM

    #########

    Pamela

    I thought all horse love-sick little girls did that!!! I did! so did my friends. we would whinny and canter ( pretty hard to do on two legs ) snort and nicker..my parents got so tired of the whole display they sent me to a nearby stable for lessons. My first horse was a QH named Judy who was so sweet. I was hooked. Isn't that pretty much how we all got our start? I was lucky enough to have my own horses, but for those of us who didn't grow up on a farm or ranch, and maybe even some of us who did, spent a good deal of childhood "as horses". When I was about seven, I remember PRAYING that I'd awaken in the morning as a pony. And then actually awakening and throwing off the covers and looking at my still-human legs and thinking DAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAANG!!!!

    okay..that's more information than anyone wanted to know. Love ya, Girlfriend :)

    Cheryl

    Posted by: Cheryl Jones at October 3, 2006 12:07 AM

    Mike
    You seem very knowledgeable of horse ancestry. I was looking at a geneology report of La Ville Rouge and noticed that her great great great grandfather on her father's side was Native Dancer born in 1950 and won 21 of 22 starts including the Preakness and Belmont but came in second in the Kentucky Derby....Great horse of his time! Our Barbaro showed similar potential!

    Posted by: D'Anne in NC at October 3, 2006 12:08 AM

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    For those who didn't see..

    I watched the Race and Michael Matz's 2yr old filly Super Natascha placed 2nd as noted.

    The only critique I could give is that she was let go too late. She ran second last majority of race and when asked she responded right away and plowed through from the back of the pack. You could tell she had alot left in tank.

    If she was let out sooner she could of closed it. She was just moving up as they hit the wire, she ran out of track. The distance didnt seem to phase her either, she looked very good. Mind you, she is 2, they all look good! lol

    Was a good safe race and I am sure they are very pleased with her. I look forward to seeing her again. She was impressive.

    Posted by: Shannon & Zeena at October 3, 2006 12:08 AM

    After the ease he won with again yesterday, and after running he was barely blowing hard enough to blow out a candle..
    I think the shiek is re-considering, we may just see him run on Nov 4th..

    Posted by: mike c at October 3, 2006 12:08 AM

    Hi, CherylG

    Yup that would be me. I'll send you a quick note now and send you my home email addy

    Hugs,

    Cheryl

    Posted by: Cheryl Jones at October 3, 2006 12:09 AM

    #
    Pamela,
    I can totally relate to your story, after all we do come from horse riding ancestors or cowboys so we're suppose to know all this, right?! As far as foot wear goes leave the sandals in the barn and use the boots. Do you still ride? I only do occasionally and I miss it so much!

    Posted by: Bonnie MacRaith at October 3, 2006 12:09 AM

    That's so typical, Mike...that'll be almost 2am here and I have to be up at 7. I could stay up and watch but I'll be completely zombified for work! lol

    GO PACKERS!!!!

    Posted by: Jo (UK) at October 3, 2006 12:09 AM

    D'anne..

    Barbaro has very good bloodlines. esp on the mares side which is real importaint..but there are lots of well bred horses,not all are hit with that lightning bolt as he was.. Thats why its so tragic that we never saw his best..

    Posted by: mike c at October 3, 2006 12:11 AM

    ########

    Where can I see a good pic of Discreet Cat?

    Posted by: SusanO in MI at October 3, 2006 12:14 AM

    #######

    And you all just enabled me to let a skelton out of the closet. I have never told anyone about being a horse. To this day my brothers still tease me. Well NO MORE. Thank you all!

    Posted by: SusanO in MI at October 3, 2006 12:17 AM

    Pamela...still raving about him, eh? :-)He really does have WOW factor and I can't wait to see him again...hopefully on a bigger screen!

    Shannon...sounds like Super Natascha is another one to keep an eye on. I was hoping to see this race but it must be my unlucky night.

    Mike...I keep checking news on Godolphin's site. Pretty much what we know already...

    Posted by: Jo (UK) at October 3, 2006 12:19 AM

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    Thank you all dear kind friends who didn't laugh at my story...nice to know I am not the only one
    stuck in Fantasyland...I can't ride anymore because of my back...DARN IT

    Mike C. and Jo (UK)...I noticed that too...After the race was over...DC looked like he was getting ready to race, rather than having finished one...It was so eerie...Like the race was just a workout...you know...a just for fun thing to do...He was just standing there like..OK when does the REAL race start?

    I would kill to see Discreet Cat in the Breeders' Cup....To not run him would be like owning the Hope Diamond and never taking it out to show anyone...DANG...am saying my prayers and doing a lotta begging...tee hee

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 12:21 AM

    #
    Mike C.,
    Yes, just like human children of the same parents will all be different horses too have their own individuality and innate spirit separate from the other siblings. A good thing!

    Barbaro has something above and beyond good breeding, he has an evolved mind and spirit, like maybe he has "been here before"!

    Posted by: Bonnie MacRaith at October 3, 2006 12:22 AM

    both the 3yr old and older horse division is so weak now..due to injury..its a sin not to let him run in the classic..just for breeding costs alone it would be a huge score.

    Posted by: mike c at October 3, 2006 12:23 AM

    yes Bonnie..he is special

    Posted by: mike c at October 3, 2006 12:26 AM

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    ooooo Thank you Shannon for that update...I saw the result, but missed the race...It must've been frustrating for you...to see the chance blown like that..

    Bonnie...and I just thought they wore boots to look cool!!!LOL

    D'Anne...can you imagine if we got to see a horse run in (much less win) 21 of 22????

    Susan O...I swear...it took some courage (or insanity) to confess like that...For my part...I figured OH WELL...you guys know I am wacky anyway...I was hoping you would be like...OH IT'S JUST PAMIE...That sounds about right for HER...
    tee hee...and now I have so much company in the insane assylum YYYEEEHHHHAAAA


    D'Anne..

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 12:27 AM

    SusanO...

    http://www.barbaralivingston.com/gallery/search.php

    Be amazed!! He's so gorgeous!

    Posted by: Jo (UK) at October 3, 2006 12:29 AM

    Hey Barbaro!

    Did you have a nice day? Mama and Peter came to see you, bet that made you feel good!

    Time to tuck you in, babycakes! Fluffing the bedding, turning the nite lite on, whispering a lullabye in those beautiful ears. You have a good sleep, dear one, dream lovely dreams. I'll check on you in the morning. Hugs and smooooochies!

    G'nite Foggy

    Posted by: Toby at October 3, 2006 12:30 AM

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    sniffles.. *grabs tissue* I wish Jazil was all better! He was so stunning in the Belmont...he's purdy!!

    In my mind he won that for Barbaro cause he was post 8 as well. Same with Bernardini in the Preakness. Post 8 is always special to me now. I suspect I am not the only one who ponders when I see that number now. :)

    Posted by: Shannon & Zeena at October 3, 2006 12:31 AM

    Susan...that might not work, so go into Barbara Livingstone's site and type him in the search bar.

    http://www.barbaralivingston.com/gallery/albums.php

    Posted by: Jo (UK) at October 3, 2006 12:31 AM

    ########

    Pammie,
    Their coming to take us away !!!!
    I love it.

    Posted by: SusanO in MI at October 3, 2006 12:31 AM

    Mike C-

    Did you get to see Barbaro in person?

    Just logging in and trying to catch up.

    Ashley

    Posted by: Ashley at October 3, 2006 12:32 AM

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    ...tears running down face *passes Kleenex box to Shannon* I feel your pain...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 12:33 AM

    OK EVERYONE - I NEED YOUR HELP - I just received an email from a Florida report - will paste below - he is asking for Florida contacts - can anyone help me!!!

    Sally,
    This is a horrible story. Do you have any South Florida contacts on
    this?
    Thanks.
    Peter D'Oench,WPLG-TV
    -----Original Message-----
    From: kwsally@comcast.net [mailto:kwsally@comcast.net]
    Sent: Saturday, September 23, 2006 1:33 PM
    To: programming@local10.com
    Subject: Local10.com - Website Feedback

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 12:34 AM

    Nighty, night, Barbaro! Time to tuck you in all nice and cushy for a comfy night. Have sweet dreams of Stud Muffins, carrots, peppermints and I'll bet you get sweet feed, too!

    God bless Barbaro, keep him in Your care.

    God bless BDude, Daisy and Rockett, keep them strong.

    See you in the morning.

    Posted by: Sue W. at October 3, 2006 12:34 AM

    #
    Visualize this, catholic grammar school, little girls wearing uniforms, it's recess and what did I do but go out to a distant corner of the playground, map out a horse stall with chalk on the black top, and run around like a horse, throwing my head in the air, neighing, etc. I think it was a healthy thing because later when I had horses I knew just what they would act like! LOL Kidding aside, every Christmas I asked for a pony but never got one, only a few western riding lessons. It wasn't until I was in my thirties could I get two horses, one for my daughter and one for me. Boy, did we have fun!!!!!! Ride 'em cowgirl!!!!!!!!!!!

    This is very therapeutic, thanks!

    Posted by: Bonnie MacRaith at October 3, 2006 12:35 AM

    I'm not sure if I sent the slaughter bill info or the missouri accident - anyone - please give me info so I can respond - he will do a story! I know him from Connecitcut - 13 years ago - he is a good guy.

    THANKS ALLS

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 12:37 AM

    what I sent was a story about Salvation - so anyone in florida have any info please let me know - I'm so excited to hear from Peter - he is a great investigative report.

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 12:39 AM

    Below is the email I sent to him!!


    MESSAGE:
    TIME-SENSITVE HORSE SLAUGHTER STORY

    Please consider picking up a KCRC NBC story on the rescue of a foal that
    was going to slaughter. The news tie-in is S. 1915, currently being
    stalled by the Senate Commerce Committee. Urgent public action in the
    form of calls and letters to U.S. Senators is needed in order to keep
    the Senate from hiding this bill in an election year.

    Horse slaughter is big business in Texas and Illinois. Ninety-two
    percent of the slaughtered horses are young and healthy. The horsemeat
    is sent overseas for human consumption.

    Many of the slaughtered horses have been stolen and sold to the
    slaughterhouses, or purchased by slaughterhouse agents under false
    pretenses.

    Others are "retired" Premarin mares, thrown away after successive
    pregnancies. (The HRT drug Premarin is made from pregnant mare's urine.
    Most women who take it probably don't know this, or that the mares are
    brutally slaughtered once their useful life is over.) The successive
    foals are also slaughtered. The rescued foal in the KCRA story is
    probably a Premarin foal that was going to be thrown away.

    Americans do not approve of horse slaughter (remember that public outcry
    stopped the use of horsemeat in dogfood years ago), but they do not know
    about this issue. That's why the slaughter continues.

    There are 400 horses in a pen in Kaufman, Texas at this very moment,
    waiting for Monday morning slaughter. Talk to the mayor of Kaufman. She
    would love to get this travesty out of her town.

    People magazine apparently has a story on horse slaughter in its new
    issue, so the public is on the cusp of awareness of this issue.

    It is extremely time-sensitive because of the posture of S. 1915 in the
    Senate. The companion house bill is already passed; if the Senate bill
    is allowed to languish until the election, the process will have to
    begin all over again in the House.

    It is essential to get the bill jumpstarted out of Commerce and onto the
    Senate floor for a vote. This is exactly what the pro-slaughter Senators
    don't want -- a light shined on this issue before the election. You can
    be that light.

    See this link for info on the background of the rescued foal.

    http://folsomtelegraph.com/articles/2006/09/20/news/top_stories/01grace.
    txt

    Thanks!

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 12:40 AM

    #####
    SALLY - welcome to my world of HRTV!

    SHELLY A OR ANYONE WHO KNOWS...haven't seen any updates on Ima lately...anybody know how she's doing?

    Posted by: Nancy in CT at October 3, 2006 12:41 AM

    I'm sorry I am all over the place with this but I'm excited that I have found someone to help us out here in Florida - perhaps if he does a story it will get picked up in other states.

    Thanks for our patience and understanding.

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 12:41 AM

    ashley..

    yes..I saw him at Pimlico in the paddock the on the track..he came to a stop right in front of me in the clubhouse when he got injured.

    Posted by: mike c at October 3, 2006 12:42 AM

    #
    Sally, does he want to interview someone? Maybe Ara?

    Posted by: Bonnie MacRaith at October 3, 2006 12:43 AM

    Ima is doing good - taking care of 2 yearlings like they were her own. She is healing up pretty good. I'm sure Shelley has more info. She did send me a recent photo of her - she looks good - she looks absolutely beautiful!!

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 12:45 AM

    I asked him exactly what he needs - will let you know when I hear back from him!!!

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 12:46 AM

    Is ara from florida

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 12:46 AM

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    Sally...tell him "Just you" (as to query about South Fl contacts...and that you were hoping he would do the story...I know they like the local angle...I think he is hoping you have someone in the area that you have first hand info from regarding this issue...either as an advocate or victim of the kill buyers, etc.

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 12:49 AM

    #######

    Jo,

    I can't put in a search on Barbs site but I'll go throught the track album later. Thank you so much.
    I have to see this Hunk you guys are drooling over. I always work Saturdays so I never see TV.

    Posted by: SusanO in MI at October 3, 2006 12:49 AM

    #####

    Mike C...would it be too much to ask if you could tell us about it? You always have such a special take on things...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 12:50 AM

    ######

    Yes Mike again PLEASE !!!!

    Posted by: SusanO in MI at October 3, 2006 12:52 AM

    Hiya, Bobbey! Always great to hear that you had a wonderful day. I hope that you had plenty of grazing time and lots of sunshine. Fresh air and sunlight, Florence Nightingale would approve! Super that Alie and the nice folks at Kennett Square brought treats to the blood donor horses as well as to our sweet prince. Share the wealth, dear colt. May you enjoy seeing Michael M., then getting your massage, and lying down for sweet dreams. Hugs, pets, & "scratches" from your pals in CT - Robyn, Brent, & Nikita

    #### Glad to read that BDude & Rockett each had a good day! Hope all is well with Daisy & Zeke. ####

    Posted by: Robyn Hoffmann at October 3, 2006 12:53 AM

    ######

    OOOOO Sally...what if you put him in contact with the Mayor in Texas...you know...the lady Mayor in Kaufman...she knows about us and is a GREAT INTERVIEW....

    Just my advice..

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 12:53 AM

    Barbaro,

    I haven't sent you a message in a while, but I check on you twice a day and I pray for you every day!!! It's wonderful to keep reading how much progress you are making. That hoof is growing back and those bones are getting stronger and stronger each and every day. Keep minding Dr. Richardson and all the NBC staff because they are doing such magnificent work where you're concerned. I hope the treats are coming in as fast as you can eat them. You are loved by all and God's Angels are watching over you as you heal fella. Good Night

    Posted by: Elaine Connors at October 3, 2006 12:53 AM

    #
    Don't know what state Ara is from but he seems to be able to talk about it with knowledge. But, like Pam said he may want a local person. You could be the one, get all the info together before the interview, facts, etc. I support you in this, you are a very caring person, you can do it!

    Posted by: Bonnie MacRaith at October 3, 2006 12:53 AM

    about what?

    Posted by: mike c at October 3, 2006 12:54 AM

    ####

    Seeing Barbaro that day...the whole thing...what it was like...you are so good with the imagery...Put us there Mike...you do it so well...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 12:55 AM

    #######

    Mike I promise I'll C&P to word so I don't ask again. PLEASE

    Posted by: SusanO in MI at October 3, 2006 12:57 AM

    He was very cocky and confident looking....very much on his toes and on the muscle.dark eyes with the look that stopped you .LOOKED LIKE A MILLION BUCKS.

    big and dark..

    but that bad image is still with me..that was bad...

    Posted by: mike c at October 3, 2006 12:58 AM

    oh the mayor of Kaufman is good

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 12:59 AM

    ######

    Sally...what affiliation is WPLG? He could get file footage from the National Network...He seems to want a local contact so they can do some local footage (video) to tie into the story...But this is a NATIONAL story...See if he can't get it from the Network...I know that Nightline had some dynamite footage of the Mayor...and they are ABC...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 12:59 AM

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    Everyone,

    I'm sorry if this was posted earlier, but on The Humane Society of Missouri (www.hsmo.org) there are alot of pictures of the horses that were injured in the accident, along with information on each of the horses injuries that they suffered.

    Believe in Barbaro

    Posted by: Karen W. at October 3, 2006 1:01 AM

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    PAMMIE- CHERYL JONES -SUSAN O.--JUST for you...my favorite book used to be "My Sister The Horse" My real sister bought it for me because she was totally embarassed that I wanted a horse and wanted TO BE a horse, so it is true:we are all in the asylum together-it is now official!!!

    SALLY KEY WEST- Can I come live with you (after October 12th?) HE HE HE I am too jealous for real now!!

    I listened to Eddie Kilroy on Directtv channel 811, on Willie's Place again today at the boyfriend's house. He played Porter Wagnor w/Dolly Parton, Marty Robbins, Stonewall Jackson, Red Steagall, Carl Smith, Lefty Frizzell & lots other oldies. Yesterday I heard Hank Williams Sr. and Hank Thompson. I know, ya'll think me being 44 I am too young to appreciate this type of music...LOL.I was FORCE-FED it when I WAS YOUNG now--I love it..so there. You need to listen if you can. It is great.
    #####

    BARBARO PRECIOUS SWEETHEART LOVE OF A BIG OLE BABY, I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH BIG OLE BOY!! ACD & ACN IS MORE THAN CAN BE ASKED FOR. KEEP IT UP AND YOU WILL BE WEARING THE SPECIAL SPLINT IN NO TIME FLAT. SOON YOUR HOOF WILL GROW BIGGER AND THICKER AND TA-DA! VOILA! TIME WILL COME YOU WILL BE ALL HEALED!!YEA!!!

    Bdude,Daisy,Rockett-hope things are fine with you newest furry friends o'mine!

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 3, 2006 1:01 AM

    looking at BARBARO on MAY 20th , it was like looking at perfection, like God said i'm making a racehorse and this is what he should look like...and there was BARABARO.

    Posted by: mike c at October 3, 2006 1:02 AM

    ######

    Sorry to post so much, guys...he could also get a local affiliate in TX to get a more current interview with her...I just think her story is the best...Mayor fighting for good cause and her city's good name...etc...that angle..

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 1:03 AM

    ####

    ALL---I want to send a card for Erin Brennan, but cannot remember if we are supposed to send it thru Kennett Florist, or where? I sent new ones to Mike Rea,Harry Aleo and Greg Gilchrist. I need correct address for little Erin. Thanks

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 3, 2006 1:06 AM

    ######

    Dora, I think we are great start to a budding stable.

    Posted by: SusanO in MI at October 3, 2006 1:06 AM

    ####

    If that can't happen YOU DO IT, Sally...I agree with Bonnie...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 1:06 AM

    he is ABC

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 1:06 AM

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    OMG...he has access to the MOTHER LOAD...Nightline did the piece the night before the vote, Sal...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 1:08 AM

    ######

    Mike C.
    Thank you that was beautiful.

    Posted by: SusanO in MI at October 3, 2006 1:09 AM

    Sally KW

    Fanstastic that you have a press contact!

    Re the letter you sent around
    That's the letter I wrote, back when the Salvation story broke. Glad to see it is still being used for press contacts. I have since started adding research links. I am going to send them in a separate comment, because they seem to be making this comment too long to transmit. You might want to send them to the reporter.

    Also -- I would suggest you go online and see if you can find any equine rescue places in Florida that buy horses at auction to keep them out of the hands of the slaughterhouses. I've been sending that kind of local contact information out along with the letter, so that the reporters can use it to generate their own footage and interviews.

    Good going, Sally!!

    Posted by: Marilyn/CA at October 3, 2006 1:09 AM

    Mike C-

    Thanks for your description. I enjoy all your insight on racing but I really love hearing about your take on Barbaro.....his look, his dominance, etc..

    Ashley

    Posted by: Ashley at October 3, 2006 1:10 AM

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    Dora...I sent mine c/o Kennett...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 1:10 AM

    #
    Sally, I would definitely encourage some tie-in with the Kaufman mayor, either quoting her or some video of her.

    Posted by: Bonnie MacRaith at October 3, 2006 1:12 AM

    #####

    Mike C...I have to ask, but am afraid...will anyway...Did you see IT? ...you know, the breakdown? Could you tell us about that? If you don't want to , I understand...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 1:12 AM

    ####

    BONNIE MACRAITH---I MOST CERTAINLY DID NOT mean to leave you out of the Horsey asylum bunch here, I just scrolled and missed your post above...Welcome to the club ma dear, where we are all NOT honorary, but for real members!! LOL :)

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 3, 2006 1:12 AM

    ###

    And on the 8th day.. God created " Barbaro "

    How perfect!

    xoxoxo

    Posted by: Shannon & Zeena at October 3, 2006 1:14 AM

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    Marilyn in CA...YEAH...what you said! You know what to do!!! I told you we couldn't do without you....!!!!!

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 1:14 AM

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    Thanks Pammie--and OH GOD do not make Mike C. relive THAT--he will be too upset!

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 3, 2006 1:14 AM

    Sally Key West
    I tried to send you the second part of my 1:09 posting, but it just won't go through. I think I have your email address; check your mail in a few minutes for research links for the reporter.

    Posted by: Marilyn/CA at October 3, 2006 1:14 AM

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    Pamela and Cheryl-

    I too was a horse crazy, pretending to be a horse
    little girl... (I remember liking to pretend jump especially) I read every horse book in the library and bugged parents incessantly until they took me to riding lessons... I am lucky enough to still get to ride a lovely, very speedy (and biting every chance she gets) mare descended from Spanish shipwrecked horses, named Ginger who will turn 29 in November...

    Once horse crazy, always horse crazy I guess...

    Loved your memories-
    Christian

    Posted by: Christian at October 3, 2006 1:16 AM

    Marilyn - I got it - thanks.

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 1:18 AM

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    I know, Dora...I am sorry...I just want to know when Mike first knew when something was wrong...what was the reaction from the grandstand....how fast did they get to him...what did they do for him...and, lastly....what was the first thing you thought, Mike...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 1:18 AM

    #
    Thanks Dora, Was away for about a week so am just now getting back in the groove. Thought it rather a phenomena that others had this experience but if you look at ethnic cultures they often have ceremonies where animals are depicted, acted out, etc. Could we have been doing just what comes naturally?!

    Posted by: Bonnie MacRaith at October 3, 2006 1:19 AM

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    Karen W.

    Thanks for the update about the Humane Society Of Missouri (wwww.hsmo.org). I was on the site earlier and didn't see the pictures.

    Posted by: Rikki at October 3, 2006 1:19 AM

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    WOW Christian...what a special horse!!! Living history...

    Looks like we all "came out of the closet" tonight...LOL

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 1:20 AM

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    PAMMIE- I am soooo glad I was not there. I think I cried more and screamed louder than I ever have. I pounded so hard on the arms of a wooden chair I almost rebroke my pinkie finger!! I truly got physically sick, gagged and all. I do not think I would have been able to stand it "in real life" I would have fainted. I am a very weak sissy, when it comes to animals getting hurt-humans--I can deal with, I guess its the nurse (like father & sister) in me.

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 3, 2006 1:22 AM

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    YEA-Bonnie Macraith-We could always use that as our excuse HEHEHEHE It really may have some significance though, seriously. My last name is CROW for lands sake. I must have Native American blood in me somewhere, after all my daddy comes from Apache , Oklahoma. (a little whole in the wall, near Lawton and Ft. Sill Army or A.F.B.)

    Christian--You are now in the CLUB as well sweetheart!!The "wanna be a horsey" club. You are lucky to still have your special horse Ginger.

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 3, 2006 1:26 AM

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    Dora...I am such a history buff...the best historial accounts (the most interesting ones, I think) are eyewitness accounts...The YOU ARE THERE type of stories...Your account is important too...that is what makes history so great...the millions of personal stories that make legends come to life...we are all a part of it...
    so sorry about your pinkie and the upset tummy...you are a sweetheart...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 1:26 AM

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    I meant HOLE not WHOLE For Petes sake!!!

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 3, 2006 1:28 AM

    Karen W. Thanks for the post on HSMO. I haven't seen those pictures before. I guess the rest of the horses are at a vets office or at the farm. I wish I could take all those horses, they have been through hell! I sure hope they all make it. Does stress cause coughing in horses? The info said alot of them have developed a cough.

    Posted by: cindy a at October 3, 2006 1:28 AM

    Hola fans of Barbaro

    well said Shannon....."on the 8th day God created Barbaro". I never saw Barbaro in real life. As a matter of fact I avoided racing for years after I saw a breakdown.

    Then I accidentally caught a close up on tv right before the KD. I was instantly mesmerized by those eyes. I watched the Derby through my fingers. it was exhilirating. I can't talk about the breakdown.

    The results of that injury are so much more widespread than winning the triple crown. His eyes clearly tell us his mission is greater than what we dreamed of. He is the catalyst and moral conscience of change for the improvement for all horses. Viva el Barbaro!!!

    Posted by: Marky at October 3, 2006 1:31 AM

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    OK Nation...sorry to butt in but as a little girl I too did the horse pretention thing in the school yard. Took it another step on my bicycle jumping over speedbumps on my steed. Well, tried to jump too high (imagined a really high fence), went a$$ over tea kettle, broke my front teeth and suffered numerous lascerations. Have capped front teeth in memory of my steed/bicycle Grand Prix.

    Sally....Awsome news on the reporter. If I recall Ara has had phone conversations with the major of Kaufman. Maybe you can make a connection.
    Just a thought.

    Fan Of Barbaro


    Posted by: Cathy Potter at October 3, 2006 1:33 AM

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    Cindy A, I feel the same way about wanting to take them all. After everything they have been thru! I did notice they said alot of them were coughing...I don't know that much about horses...maybe someone here could answer that for us!

    Believe in Barbaro

    Posted by: Karen W. at October 3, 2006 1:34 AM

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    PAMMIE-One thing is for certain, seeing history up close and personal is totally different than viewing
    from afar. Things are missed, things are misconstrued, everyones eyes are different and all views are different through those eyes. I was not there and through the 'magic" of tv I got to see it over and over. I am glad not to have seen it live, for I would imagine it would cause many sleepless nights for all concerned, connected or not to the Great One. I would rather they lock up that clip and never repeat it again. Sorry, its still so fresh in everyones minds I know, I guess it is going to be forever engraved in our minds and in our hearts.

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 3, 2006 1:35 AM

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    "Stinkles" never heard that one before Mike C. I enjoyed it - even though I am an Eagles fan. I love a little fun competition. If I remember, you are from Jersey but, not, South Jersey :) Aren't you supposed to be a (yuck) Giants fan? Sorry to say, Packs are going down. I am smiling writing this - all in fun :)))

    Good night Barbaro - keep up the good fight.

    Posted by: Danielle from South NJ at October 3, 2006 1:36 AM

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    Dora-

    It's hard to canter with only two legs...
    doesn't sound the same!

    I am lucky to "have" Ginger and believe me
    she lets me know it. If I arrive without appropriate tribute (lately it's grapes) I get
    the serious cold shoulder.

    Posted by: Christian at October 3, 2006 1:38 AM

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    Oh - forgot

    FLY EAGLES FLY ON THE ROAD TO VICTORY

    Thats it for non Barbaro/Horse talk. But. the temptation was killing me

    Posted by: Danielle from South NJ at October 3, 2006 1:38 AM

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    CATHY POTTER-YOU were a bad little horsey jumping too high got you hurt too huh? Yea, I remember those bicycle attempting jump days also...too well...But YOU---OMG you now have two caps to remind you FOREVER of your horsey lunacy!!! Welcome fellow horsey girl!!
    No more Gran Prix/Pimlico Specials for You young lady!!!

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 3, 2006 1:40 AM

    Barbaro, the Magnificent,

    Sleep well, sweetie. You have inspired so many to do so much for your brothers & sisters. You are an angel sent from God to help save your species from those horrendous SH. You are our miracle. Good night, undefeated Barbaro.

    Posted by: Patty in Dallas at October 3, 2006 1:41 AM

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    Cathy...I guess all great champions have their bad days...LOL

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 1:41 AM

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    This is great! The Horsey Girls ! And I really thought I was disturbed. HA

    Posted by: SusanO in MI at October 3, 2006 1:43 AM

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    Marky...

    as you said "The results of that injury are so much more widespread than winning the triple crown. His eyes clearly tell us his mission is greater than what we dreamed of. He is the catalyst and moral conscience of change for the improvement for all horses. Viva el Barbaro!!!"

    I was just saying that to someone tonight. That you can't help but believe that what happened to Barbaro happened for a reason. It had to be Barbaro it could not of been any other horse. He is special in so many ways. And I think that becomes more and more obvious as we hear of peoples accounts of meeting him in person.

    That " Greatness " is Barbaro.

    Barbaro Es La Grandeza!!

    Posted by: Shannon & Zeena at October 3, 2006 1:44 AM

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    Christian...and all horse owners...I love the way you talk about your horses...you are just as special as your stories...I can't get enough of them...thank you so much!

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 1:44 AM

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    LOL Susan join the asylum. My make "believe steed" led to stitches.

    Posted by: Marky at October 3, 2006 1:46 AM

    Good evening, Babyface-how's our Bobby doing tonight? Another good day means a good night for me. You are never far from my thoughts. Snuggle into your warm straw & have a beautiful healing rest with happy dreams. Lots of love & prayers headed to you, Big B XXOO See you in the a.m. & keep doing what the good doc tells you. :>)

    Love & peace to you, Dear Fog.
    You had indeed left hoofprints on our hearts.
    My 86 year-old Mom received the thank you from you & your family today. She was so proud & touched. We'll always hold you in our hearts, our Champion!

    Posted by: Cheryl -- NY at October 3, 2006 1:46 AM

    Barbaro - I'm going to bed soon to watch some TV - time to tuck you in - snuggle in your straw, grab you blankie, and stretch out. Have happy horsie healing filly filled dreams. I'll check in on you in the AM. I love you sooo much sweeting. XXOO and SCRATCHIES

    Ima - I saw a photo of you today - you are looking just beautiful. Snuggle in your straw, grab a blankie, and have healthy, healing, mommie, horsie dreams. I love you sweetie. XXOO and SCRATCHIES.

    Alibi - how are those sexy legs doing?? You rest and relax and soon you will be able to run again. XXOO and SCRATCHIES - I love you baby.

    Love to all my horsies above and love to all my Barbaromanics. XXOO

    Aunty Sally

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 1:47 AM

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    As of October 2nd 2006, a fanatical group previously known as the Barbaromaniacs, shall from this day forward be named as The Horsey Girls. This sect or offshoot of Barbaro's Virtual Village has become world renown for their inane wish to become a horse? This reporter is now signing off because this station does not pay me enough to report on drivel such as this.

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 3, 2006 1:48 AM

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    My Fellow Horsey Girls,
    I have to give you credit, you took it out in public. I played horse only in the house or when nobody was around. You guys were gutsy horses.

    Posted by: SusanO in MI at October 3, 2006 1:50 AM

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    Sally Key West--No reply? I asked if I can come live with you once you get your HRTV...PLEASE PLEASE I will cut your hair for free forever, you know I am a Master Cosmetologist-that just means I am one step higher than a managing cometologist and can train folks. I wash dishes and clothes really well, I love cats/dogs/ferrets/frogs/mice/whatever is an animal???

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 3, 2006 1:51 AM

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    Good thing BNN pays top dollar for this kind of drivel! ( I am the Producer ) Keep it coming!

    xoxoxox

    Posted by: Shannon & Zeena at October 3, 2006 1:52 AM

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    Shannon, Barbaro El Grande--great Spanish by the way--is an immortal horse like Secretariat, Ruffian, Seabiscuit and others. Even a horse "illiterate" like myself can see that.

    I can only imgainewhat you folks who know horses
    felt.

    Posted by: Marky at October 3, 2006 1:53 AM

    OK Dora - you are in - do you do pedicures too? Anytime you want - I have a futon in the living room with your name on it. I do need a haircut!!

    Seriously if you want to come - you are welcome!

    XXOO

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 1:55 AM

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    MARKY--I forgot to welcome you to the club!! I want to hear the story about the stitches!!

    I better go eat something, I am getting nutso. You guys know -no food-nutso--low blood sugar. I will return after I have fed my fat belly, and done my stupid home physical therapy exercises(UGH) Be back later...

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 3, 2006 1:55 AM

    ok - horsey girls - I used to have stick horses when I was little - rode them all over the neighbrhood making horsies noises. Can I join??

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 1:57 AM

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    Dora now that you have resigned your reporting job. I feel compelled to warn you. Sally lives in Key West. One day you'll be watching HRTV and a big ole hurricane will leave ya unemployed and living in a Fema tent.......and that's if you're lucky.

    Posted by: Marky at October 3, 2006 1:59 AM

    Has anyone heard news on Sharp Writer?

    Posted by: Elana at October 3, 2006 2:01 AM

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    Sally-I only gave two pedis,one in beauty school in 1979, and one at State Boards in 1980. I am an excellent haircutter. One of the best in the surrounding areas. I used to have people come from Florida, Georgia and all around for me to cut their hair. I am not bragging I AM THAT GOOD. I quit cutting hair in 2003 to manage the shop I worked in since 1980. Of course that is where I quit entirely from in Feb. of this year. Too bad of back and stomach to continue--big boss caused too many ulcers. LOL One day I am gonna visit everybody here--after I win the lottery of course!! :)

    Shannon- You are such a silly Producer!! Love ya gal...I really am going for a bit see ya'll

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 3, 2006 2:01 AM

    Hay now my carrot posse member Marky - I have been in KW for 13 years - I have always had a roof over my head. Now cable may be out for a week as well as electricity - but i have always remained safe.

    DORA - COME ON DOWN GIRL!!

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 2:01 AM

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    Sally, as an honorary member I vote yes.

    Posted by: SusanO in MI at October 3, 2006 2:02 AM

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    Dora
    I cannot go in details about my career ending tragedy as a broomstick jockey. All I'll say is that I had to give up my dreams as a thong model.

    Posted by: Marky at October 3, 2006 2:03 AM

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    SALLY-Pull up a stick-horse and jump in and join us for a while!!! Do not jump too high though!

    MARKY-I already got the unemployed part down, but I totally forgot about the hurricane factor. UMMMM-Sally can I change my Mind???

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 3, 2006 2:04 AM

    ######################################################33

    MARKY---MARKY----MARKY====MARKY====MARKY

    OMG OMG OMG YOU ARE KILLING ME!!!!I AM SO GLAD MY DADDY IS NOT HERE!! I AM ROFLMHEINEYO YOU ARE MAKING MY BACK HURT!! I AM HAVING MUSCLE SPASMS RIGHT NOW CAUSE I AM LAUGHING SO LOUD AND HARD!!!

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 3, 2006 2:07 AM

    I have a question
    When the horses do the NASTY how do they protect the female from hurting the male? and if it is people protecting her how do they not get hurt??
    Karann

    Posted by: karann at October 3, 2006 2:07 AM

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    Cap'n Carrot
    The only people who do well in Key West are the "hurricane proof" ones. You clearly are one of them.

    You know the type: everyone's house blows away and you get 3 twigs in your pool. never could figure it out. So maybe you're right. Dora should be safe with you.

    Posted by: Marky at October 3, 2006 2:08 AM

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    I am so going to eat right now you are making me laugh like a hyena. i will be back at 10:00 p.m. to continue...

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 3, 2006 2:08 AM

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    lol@marky....ahhh time for a commercial!

    James Earl Jones - This is BNN

    Posted by: Shannon & Zeena at October 3, 2006 2:08 AM

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    You all are too cute.

    I had stick ponies also.

    One of my scenes from the Barbaromaniac Ballet fantasy did involve all of us on stick ponies, wearing jockey outfits.

    I definitely wanted to be Velvet when I was a girl.

    I used to spend a lot of the time in the backseat of my parents' car on weekend drives, watching the countryside go by. I don't know what other kids thought about on those sorts of rides, but for me, I was always imagining myself on a horse, running up and down the rolling hills, out alongside the highway.

    Posted by: Marilyn/CA at October 3, 2006 2:10 AM

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    Hehehe MARKLE SPARKLE....like a diamond, that is...

    #######

    Ok BNN thanks you Shannon for defending our company...

    ######

    Karann...on doing the NASTY...hhhmmm NOW there's something I can talk about...OH...you mean with horseys...sorry...outta my area of expertise...hehehe

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 2:12 AM

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    Horsey girls I gotta go. The fun police is surely on it's way! When I am around Pamie, Sally, Dora and Shannon I say naughty things. Thanks for the laughs friends. love from Georgia

    Barbaro. We love you so much that we tell our deepest screts. Sleep well champ. Grow hoof grow.

    Posted by: Marky at October 3, 2006 2:14 AM

    Marilyn - on those drives with the folks going to grandma's - there was an area on the highway with horses - not normal for the area - so I made my parents promise me if there was one outside the fence that we could take it home - they always said yes - not do you think one damn horse ever got out of the fence - oh NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO.

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 2:14 AM

    Goodnight beautiful Barbaro...

    BELIEVE IN MIRACLES
    BELIEVE IN BARBARO

    Lindann

    Posted by: Lindann at October 3, 2006 2:15 AM

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    Yeah, Sally, they were probably pretty safe on that little offer. I would never want to say that to a little girl, though. How could I explain myself if there WERE a horse outside the fence, and, of course, she could not have it?!

    Posted by: Marilyn/CA at October 3, 2006 2:18 AM

    Hello Barbaro,

    It looks like some of your Fans are confessing to "being horses" when they were younger. I too played the part of "Horse" growing up. And jockey. My bicycle was Secretariat and I made my friend and her bike be Sham, Secretariat's competition. Shameless, I know!

    And, now that I have confessed that much, it is time to tuck you in.

    Grab your blanket and settle in. Let the healing continue through the night while you sleep. Close your eyes and remember your visit with your Mommy today. Your sweet dreams can start there Barbaro. Dream Honey...I love you. Good night. XXOO

    Posted by: Laurie H. in MN at October 3, 2006 2:18 AM

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    Karann..

    Regarding breeding. I have seen it once and it was pretty scarey actually. Lots of screaming and pawing and biting. I think to the Horse its actually a good time.. but scared me half to death! Would not want to be a handler in a breeding stable!

    But I am also interested, I know they film it for thoroughbreds for proof in some cases but I am interested in what precautions they take these days??? Anyone??

    Posted by: Shannon & Zeena at October 3, 2006 2:19 AM

    OK Horsey Girl Sally,
    I can cook. I wanna come too. Love Key West. Always wanted to go Bone Fishing.
    Like I say....Girls and Horses. If you can't have one maybe "morphing????"

    Fan Of Barbaro

    Posted by: Cathy Potter at October 3, 2006 2:19 AM

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    Marky...what would we do without you? ROFLMHeineyO at broomstick/thong analogy...tee hee

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 2:20 AM

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    Robby, thank you for the link to the LITF pics!

    Welcome to all the new posters..I have seen quite a few lately.

    Love the story from Janice abut Barbaro and the bite. That's our boy!

    Posted by: Mary at October 3, 2006 2:20 AM

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    Shannon...Horsey waterbeds? Horsey kneepads? I dunno....

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 2:21 AM

    ok Cathy and Dora - you are both welcome - but we may need to get a bigger place. I have a tiny one bedroom house (I rent). So if you are prepared to work we can get a bigger place. Maybe with a big yard for horsies!!

    I'm not sure if we can have a horse in Key West - maybe up the keys a bit!!!

    You are all welcome. Just let me know when you are coming so I can clean house!!!

    XXOO

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 2:25 AM

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    Sally
    You are so sweet and If I ever get to Key West it would be such a pleasure to meet a fellow Maniac. Kind of lonely here in Southern California. And....if I ever get to Key West again, I will cook for you.

    Fan Of Barbaro

    Posted by: Cathy Potter at October 3, 2006 2:28 AM

    Cathy - I was born in Hollywood and raised in beautiful downtown Burbank. Went to Burroughs High. Then married and moved to Valencia - where do you live.

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 2:30 AM

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    Sally
    I was born at the Hollywood Prespeterian(sp?)Hospital. Grew up in the Manhattan Beach area. And now live in the Palm Springs area. Wow, I can't believe you're a Native Californian.

    Fan Of Barbaro

    Posted by: Cathy Potter at October 3, 2006 2:33 AM

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    Laurie H--loved your childhood "horse" games. My best friend and I ran the Triple Crown hundreds of times using stick horses. We rode Canonero II, Riva Ridge, Secretariat, Sham...We were faster than the wind and no two races ever turned out the same!

    Posted by: Susan E. at October 3, 2006 2:47 AM

    cathy email me - kwsally@comcast.net

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 2:48 AM

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    Guess I have to join the Horsey Girls Club...
    I used to canter everywhere (in New York City). I used to make all my friends be horses. I would even put ropes around their waists and make them gallop endlessly round and round my backyard. If they stopped, I'd yell "DON'T STOP! KEEP GOING!" One is still friends with me to this day although I don't know why.I even used my riding crop...HMMMMMMMMM...Thank goodness no carry over to my adult life :) I even made my cats jump over obstacles and if they knocked anything down I'd yell, "Four faults!" And yes, even my bike had to be my horse. Ah....Memories!

    Posted by: Ernie at October 3, 2006 2:48 AM

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    OMG...Ernie and SUSAN E...YOU TOO? Gosh...you just never know do you...I thought I would be the only one...WOW...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 2:51 AM

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    Susan E.,

    I really thought I was the only one who played out such parts growing up!! It is so refreshing, and therapeutic, to read that I was not the only one!

    Oh, and my friend BEGGED to be Secretariat from time to time...I never gave in!

    Posted by: Laurie H. in MN at October 3, 2006 2:52 AM

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    Ernie...your story sounds a wee bit pervy...

    I used to make all my friends be horses. I would even put ropes around their waists and make them gallop endlessly round and round my backyard. If they stopped, I'd yell "DON'T STOP! KEEP GOING!"

    BUT...highly amusing...hehe

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 2:53 AM

    Now that I think back my bike was Trigger - fastest and most beautiful in the neighborhood (of course it was just my opinion) then it was on to playing cards in the spokes and we were bikers!

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 2:54 AM

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    I had a ritual every Saturday afternoon. I'd watch the races on TV then I'd write a horse book....One every week....I still have them. They're hilarious. They're illustrated and bound in cardboard!!!!

    Posted by: Ernie at October 3, 2006 2:54 AM

    Ernie - good kids books - you should have them published - little girls love that stuff. Can I read them???

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 2:55 AM

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    Pam..I'd say VERY PERVY!!!!! :)

    Posted by: Ernie at October 3, 2006 2:56 AM

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    Sure SallY!

    Posted by: Ernie at October 3, 2006 2:56 AM

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    Ernie....just as long as you aren't still doing this...hehe

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 2:57 AM

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    Pam....HMMMMMMMMMMMM

    Posted by: Ernie at October 3, 2006 2:57 AM

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    ROFLMHeineyO

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 2:58 AM

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    Ernie...."Four Faults" LOL
    Look what Barbaro has done for all of us. Another commonality found among the Maniacs...the Horsey Girls.LOL
    And I thought it was only me.


    Fan Of Barbaro (who is very tired and should be going to bed but y'all are just too funny)

    Posted by: Cathy Potter at October 3, 2006 2:59 AM

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    When I was 12 my boyfriend called me National Velvet! LOL

    Posted by: Ernie at October 3, 2006 3:01 AM

    OK Ernie - take out the pervy spots and you have a kids book. You live in NYC you could get published - pull those stories out and see what you think. All little girls loves horsie stories. As an adult you could probably rewrite them and they would be awesome!

    Really - pull those babies out and take a look. A little girl writing horsie stories is great reading for other little girls who love horsies.

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 3:01 AM

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    I'm actually writting a book about Barbaro right now for my friend's kids!!!!

    Posted by: Ernie at October 3, 2006 3:02 AM

    and I get 10%

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 3:02 AM

    Good Night Sweet Barbaro

    Believe in miracles,
    Believe in Barbaro

    Sharri

    Posted by: Sharri in Ohio at October 3, 2006 3:03 AM

    Nite All

    XXOO

    Posted by: Sally in Key West at October 3, 2006 3:04 AM

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    Well, I personally think there should be a book made of our comments....they are priceless...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 3:04 AM

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    Nite all too...Love all you Horsey Girls!!!!!

    Posted by: Ernie at October 3, 2006 3:04 AM

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    HORSEY GIRLS: there were several of us at my grade school. We took a patch of grass at the rear of the playground by the ball diamond and snorted, pawed, pranced and trotted our way through many a recess. No one ever batted an eye--but then we were surrounded by Wonder Woman, The Bionic Man and Woman, and Evel Knievel!!

    ERNIE: ropes and riding crops? Twisted. I like it. :) :) :)

    Posted by: Susan E. at October 3, 2006 3:05 AM

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    Ernie...

    So tell us? Whats it like to be out of the closet? Riding crop? Ropes? Oy Vey!

    Why don't you show them your real life ballet about horses and jockeys ;) Seriously..someone posted about a fantasy Horsey Ballet.. Ernie has actually done it!!

    Check out her website :) She aint kidding!

    xoxoxo

    Posted by: Shannon & Zeena at October 3, 2006 3:07 AM

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    That was Marilyn in CA with the Horsey Ballet...

    I think Ernie has really made a name for herself tonight...LOL

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 3:08 AM

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    Now I just make people dance....HMMMM...That's probably a lot worse!

    Posted by: Ernie at October 3, 2006 3:10 AM

    Barbaro time to tuck you in. Hopefully you've been snoozing for a couplel of hours now. Maybe you'll wake up to read this while having a midnight snack. I know what insominia is like--lack of sleep and trying to go to work the next morning is the pits. Just turn out the lights and pull up your blankey. Push some of that bedding around and make yourself a nice comfy pillow.

    Sleep well sweetie. So glad your doing so well. Lots of horsey kisses and hugs.

    Michael's Miracle

    Margaret

    Posted by: Margaret at October 3, 2006 3:11 AM

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    Oh man, I missed the horsey girl talk!! Count me in, I was one too. Before junior high friends and I always played horses and then in junior high one friend had a real one!! Oh the days!
    Ernie, you need to write that book!

    Goodnight all!

    GO Barbaro GO!

    Nancy in Va Beach :)

    Posted by: Nancy in Va Beach at October 3, 2006 3:11 AM

    Hey Big B,

    Now your parents are stars too!! It's going to be a great holiday season!

    http://www.thoroughbredcharities.org/auction.html

    17th Annual TCA
    Select Stallion Season & Art Auction
    honoring Roy & Gretchen Jackson
    and the BARBARO team
    Friday, December 1, 2006
    Dine, Dance and Bid
    Keeneland Entertainment Center
    6 p.m.
    Lexington, Kentucky
    Music provided by The Jimmy Church Band

    Season Telephone Auction
    Bid by phone on over 300 seasons
    Monday, November 27 through
    Wednesday, November 29, 2006

    Posted by: Carol at October 3, 2006 3:19 AM

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    Paging Sigmund...Paging Dr. Sigmund Freud...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 3:19 AM

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    DARN CAROL....you got MY invitation...LOL

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 3:20 AM

    Bobby, Velvet Nose, time to tuck you in. Just got home after being out of town almost a week and much to do, first and foremost catching up with the kiddeensinsoots. I am so glad you have successfully completed ACW and can't wait to tell you that this time next week! Sleep well, heal, dream of nice things, and be careful getting up and down!

    Posted by: Susan E. at October 3, 2006 3:20 AM

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    OK...Barbaro...good night Honey Bunny...Peppermint dreams, sweetie...have fun making that hay head....see you tomorrow...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 3:26 AM

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    **Visual Pam calling Seasons hotline on Speed Dial...furiously checking her credit limit**

    Posted by: Shannon & Zeena at October 3, 2006 3:27 AM

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    Pamela- you could always crash the party! Hahaha!

    Posted by: Carol at October 3, 2006 3:31 AM

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    Horsey girls!

    Oh, my! I step away dinner and a little TV and I missed all the fun! Can I join the horsey girls club? Pleazzz, can I?

    My confessions:

    I also played horsey in the school yard with my horsey girlfriend, with ropes, bikes, and galloped around slapping our thighs to make the cantering sound.

    I did laps around my house and timed myself to see how fast I could go.

    My favorite books are "Gone With The Wind", "First to Ride", "Born to Race", "Blitz, the Story of a Horse", "El Blanco - the Legend of the White Stallion", all of the "Flica" stories, "Little Vic", "A Horse Called Bonnie", and of course "The Black Stallion"!

    I played with my Breyer horses, made stables out of cardboard boxes, put stalls inside, brought in dried grass from the yard for straw, made a tack box out of wood, halters and bridles and harnesses out of leather string from the craft store, made saddles and blankets and a "first aid kit" consisting of bandages, tiny rubber bands from my friends' braces, tiny pots of vaseline for salve, I could go on and on.

    My stables colors were purple and green.

    I used to stack stuff in our long hallway and raced up and down jumping over them.

    Okay, I'm done now....

    :)

    This IS very therapeadic!

    Posted by: Judy in Nazareth, PA at October 3, 2006 3:32 AM

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    OMG....you guys...I would get into sooooo much trouble...tee hee

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 3:33 AM

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    Like I said, Judy...

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    Paging Sigmund...Paging Dr. Sigmund Freud...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 3:19 AM

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 3:34 AM

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    Does anyone remember the British-produced Black Beauty series on PBS in the 70's?

    That was my favorite show.

    Posted by: Judy in Nazareth, PA at October 3, 2006 3:34 AM

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    Yes...that was just wonderful...PBS always does it right, don't they? I bet you could order it on the PBS website...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 3:41 AM

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    Judy, Sorry the only thing that I can remember that was produced in the 70's was me!! LOL

    After reading all these confessions I guess the kid down the street who painted himself green and said he was the Incredible Hulk wasn't so bad after all.

    I do remember my Barbies.. and she had a horse.I think his name was Dallas and he was a very light bay.. LOL I also had a trailer for him.

    But the funny thing is and I still remember this..is that Barbie couldnt get on it properly. Her legs were too straight and stiff and she was like a triangle riding with her backside 2 inches above the horse. I think most of the time my brothers G.I Joe rode him because his legs actually bent!!!

    Posted by: Shannon & Zeena at October 3, 2006 3:44 AM

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    Judy, I think we might have to make you "the most imaginative horsey girl"! Very creative, wish I had been there!

    Posted by: Bonnie MacRaith at October 3, 2006 3:45 AM

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    These stories are just too good...is someone taking all of this down?

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 3:45 AM

    Okay, I'm off to bed now. 6:00 a.m. will be here before I know it.

    Dear Barbaro,

    Have a nice night, dear boy, snuggle in the warm straw, and dream of mom and dad and the day you will be able to go home and spend all day in the pasture nibbling grass and soaking up the sun.

    Nighty night, sweet prince!

    Posted by: Judy in Nazareth, PA at October 3, 2006 3:45 AM

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    Pamela, Bonnie, Shannon & Zeena, Susan E, and Ernie,

    I wish I had joined in earlier, but it's after 11:00 here. Can we meet again tomorrow? Maybe we should start our own string on the discussion board!

    You guys are great!

    Good-night all

    :)

    Posted by: Judy in Nazareth, PA at October 3, 2006 3:50 AM

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    Judy...I think that would be a great idea...I got up the courage to tell my horsey/fantasy story and then all of these ladies "came outta the closet" with the best stuff!...Such a moment of bonding among gal pals!

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 3:53 AM

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    Dont worry ladies. We will be reunited one day behind a padded door. We can share all our stories then. But bring a change of clothes, unless you love the color white!

    Posted by: Shannon & Zeena at October 3, 2006 4:02 AM

    from the FAQs "How many strides back is a horse that is 1 second slower? At racing pace its usually four horses lengths per second (I think)."

    I know of this to be 5 lengths per second, or one length per 1/5th second.

    Posted by: Lyn at October 3, 2006 4:02 AM

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    OMG...I cannot believe I did this...I started a NEW DISCUSSION in Forums inviting all to tell their HORSEY GIRLS stories...Hope you all join in....

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 4:03 AM

    Goodnight, precious Barbaro Have another healing sleep

    Thanks to Alex, Peter and Tim for the site and for giving us all the latest news. Thanks to Mrs. Jackson for taking time to talk to us through Alex

    Thanks to all at NBC You are the greatest. Thanks to Alie for taking time out your busy day to tell us of your day, and to Rachel and Bernie and everyone at Kennett Florist

    Prayers continue for Mike, Erin, Daisey, BD, Ima, Salvation, everyone who needs them

    My Horsey Girl-Friends...look where we are now!! Judy, I love your favorite books, too. Especially the part of Gone With The Wind when Scarlett's daddy went on his final ride..Thanks to all of you for bringing back the happy recollections.

    Forgot to mention one of my favorite childhood projects. A bunch of my (then) Horsey Girl friends decided we would build our own horse. We borrowed someone's brother's Flexible Flyer, and constructed a horse's frame out from chicken wire. Pretty good, actually. THEN we created horse 'flesh' from paper mache. We created mane and tail for our paper beauty from mops. Our version of dreadlocks, I suppose. Sort of a rastafarian equine. But we thought he was beautiful. We made a halter out of somebody's dad's belts. ( donated, of course ) and we couldn't figure out how to make a saddle, so we made a pad and cinched it with pieces of the belt. We used rope for a lead and reins, and took turns pulling each other down the street. It was pretty sturdy, and we were pretty small. The horse was the envy of all the stick-horse riders in the 'hood. until one day one of our friends' older sister demanded a ride or all bad deeds committed by younger sibling and friends would be divulged to all parents. She was three years older and about thirty pounds heavier than we were. That was the end of our horse. Yeah, he was already sagging a bit, but he just couldn't carry the load. I think that is what really put my parents' plan for lessons for me into action. Tragic story, isn't it?

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    Sally Congratulations on your connection with your NBC affiliate. That is just awesome


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    CherylG Didn't hear from you Hope I didn't get your email addy wrong..

    what a day! Have a great night everyone

    love,
    Cheryl

    Posted by: Cheryl Jones at October 3, 2006 4:12 AM

    Cheryl G...post your story under the new Thread in discussions....HORSEY GIRLS...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 4:13 AM

    It looks like maybe it would be more unusual if horse-crazy girls didn't pretend to be horses. I did. I also had Breyer horses and created my own stable (Happy Dale Farms!), made up pedigrees, cut out pictures from magazines and put them on the walls of my room. The neighborhood kids all had a bicycle 'rodeo' every summer in the street in front of our house. Great times!

    Posted by: emil at October 3, 2006 4:14 AM

    Good Evening Champ. It's the end of another comfortable day and it's time to tuck you in.
    Stretch out and snuggle in your hay and dream of dancing carrots. Love you lots big guy.

    xoxoxox

    Posted by: Shannon & Zeena at October 3, 2006 4:15 AM

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    Welcome New Horsey Girls:Laurie H., Marilyn/CA, Susan E., Ernie(Whooee,mighty interestin' horsie story), Nancy/Va. Beach, and Judy/Nazareth, PA.

    I am now too sluggish, too many pizza rolls have filled my fat belly. I see that Pammie made us a forum link,Yah? Must go see...

    Prayers to Erin, Mike Rea & families-Feel great! Hopefully this Fall weather will make everyone feel better!!!

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 3, 2006 4:19 AM

    MIGHTY MAESTRO BARBARO-MAY YOUR SWEETEST SLEEP BE FILLED WITH GREENEST GRASSES OF YONDER MEADOWS AND FIELDS OF CLOVER. NESTLE DOWN INTO THE SWEET SMELLING CLEAN AND DRY NEW BEDDING OF HAY. THINK OF TOMORROWS SURPRISES AWAITING YOU IN THE SUNLIGHT OF A NEW DAY.I LOVE YOU TO THE CORE OF MY VERY BEING YOU BIG OLE BOY!!

    Posted by: Dora J Crow from Montgomery, Alabama at October 3, 2006 4:22 AM

    Bobby
    Beautiful magnificent horse, I just can't keep up with all the posts, that's my year now until the end of May .... get up, go to school, come home, grade papers, go to bed, get up, go to school ... During summer vacation I spent so much time on board, but now I just can't. I am also preparing to go to Florida to help with a new grand baby as soon as he comes, which could be any day. But I do miss reading all the posts and horsey news. It sounds like all is still well with you. I pray God will continue your miraculous healing. Stay happy and healthy, and I will check on you tomorrow. I pray believing and expecting there will be continued good reports for you tommorrow.

    Also, please continue to pray for my China cat (in kidney failure). She is hanging on. She takes six differnet meds a day but still seems pretty happy. She eats fairly well, likes to look out the window, and spend time with her sister cat Bella, her big Dalmatain, Dottie. I can't believe how well she tolerates her sub-Q fluids. Thanks Ernie and C. Jaffee for telling me about that, I don't know if the vet would have perscribed it if I hadn't brought it up. I don't know how much longer she has, but I feel very good about what I've been able to do for her these past months.

    Night all ....

    Posted by: Susan in TX at October 3, 2006 4:24 AM

    My gosh - I've scrolled from top to bottom, and bottom to top - off the board all day. Maybe I'm just tired - long day. Was there anything - anything of import posted today??? Did I just miss it?

    Love, Light and Protection for Bobby

    Posted by: Mary S at October 3, 2006 4:25 AM

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    Pamela..CherylG or me? don't want Cheryl G to get in trouble for something i did

    sorry...didn't mean to ramble on so long. I'll drop Alex a note to delete it

    Cheryl

    Posted by: Cheryl Jones at October 3, 2006 4:31 AM

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    well, I just won Alex.........and my score was too close........ya owe me and I don't have to eat my prediction...........
    Love to Fam and Posse,
    SusanW at PhillySportsline.com....
    LOL
    Believe in our Barbaro.

    Posted by: SusanW at October 3, 2006 4:33 AM

    Darn....Sorry Cheryl JONES....I meant you...please, post your stories in the new thingy in forum...

    No need to bother Alex...silly girl...you didn't do anything...I have just been posting too much...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 4:34 AM

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    Cheryl, No need to delete it, we all wrote our stories. I think Pamela just wanted you to know that she just put up a thread in the discussions. I will put mine there tomorrow, getting kind of tired now.

    Posted by: Bonnie MacRaith at October 3, 2006 4:40 AM

    Good evening, you'all! After a hard Monday at work it is like coming home to read the posts today - welcome, Eddie! Spectacular to have you on here for support and information, the joy and grief, the mutual admiration society of Barbaro and all he has inspired...


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    To Robbie, Sue W., Jeannette who asked the question I wanted to answer before continuing to read -

    The beautiful dark gray horse in Robbie's husband's photographs from Lost in the Fog's celebration memorial at GGF is none other than

    SMOKEY STOVER

    owned by Harry Aleo, trained by Greg Gilchrist, with Pasqual, Fog's groomer - who won his race at GGF yesterday. I believe he was being schooled, as Margaret mentioned in her report from the tribute.

    If you go to the pedigreequery.com website and type in Smokey's name, it gives you the opportunity to look at the photo of him as well (click on the small square icon to the right of the name with the small figure of the horse). You will see him in action, a very nice photo which gave me goosebumps, thinking of Fog with that blaze...

    I noted here yesterday to Mike C that both Quite a Rush and Smokey Stover have blazes like Fog, and wondered if that was Harry's mark - !?!

    Robbie's photos from the tribute are at

    http://www.rmurimage.com

    Later - have to read more posts!

    Posted by: Shelley in CA at October 3, 2006 4:42 AM

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    Thanks for translating Bonnie...I am a little punch-drunk from laughing...Yes, Cheryl...I loved your stories...I hope everyone adds theirs to the forum thingy so everyone can read them (hehe blackmail material) JUST KIDDING...

    Posted by: Pamela at October 3, 2006 4:44 AM

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    Mary S--Lots going on on the Forum, where the specific threads and folders for specific topics, including the Slaughter ban, continue to be located. Nothing much here today on Comments but a bunch of people relaxing, getting along well, and enjoying each other's company, horse racing, and Barbaro. Lots of horse talk, just like back in the beginning. I think folks are regrouping and re-energizing. Hope you had a great weekend!

    Posted by: Susan E. at October 3, 2006 4:49 AM

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    I used to spend a lot of the time in the backseat of my parents' car on weekend drives, watching the countryside go by. I don't know what other kids thought about on those sorts of rides, but for me, I was always imagining myself on a horse, running up and down the rolling hills, out alongside the highway.

    Posted by: Marilyn/CA at October 3, 2006 2:10 AM

    Me, too, Marilyn! I just feel really sorry for all the kids now that just sit in the backseat watching DVDs for the hundredth time. Glad I grew up in the dark ages when you could look out the window and use your imagination!

    I signed on really late tonight and have had so much fun reading the Horsey Girls posts. I will have to tell my Mom that she and I are in good company! I, too, was an HG--took after my Mom who was a "cowgirl" in her day. I read every Marguerite Henry book (and still remember them clearly). My uncle built me a huge dollhouse for Barbie which I immediately converted into a horse stable for my Breyer horses, and bless my parent's hearts--they let me get green carpet for my bedroom so my horses could have a "pasture".

    Wow--I just remembered--my Barbaro Breyer horse should arrive this month! Deja vu! :0) Thanks for the great memories, gals! (Alex now OFFICIALLY realizes we are insane. . .)

    BELIEVE

    Posted by: Dawn in Omaha at October 3, 2006 4:55 AM

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    Dawn, Don't forget to also post your great story in the new thread Pamela opened for us H.G.'s in the discussions. You clearly had an advantage having parents who understood a child's need to fantasize. And yes kids need to get back to using their imaginations instead of watching t.v. or computer games, etc.

    Posted by: Bonnie MacRaith at October 3, 2006 5:01 AM

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    OOOOOOOOOOOOOH!!!! Pamela..Bonnie Thank you! now I get it!!
    good thing cuz i couldn't find Alex' email addy :)

    will post there tomorrow (hope I can find it :))
    Goodnight and hugs
    Cheryl

    Posted by: Cheryl Jones at October 3, 2006 5:36 AM

    ### Susan - prayers and much healing and peaceful light heading your way for China the cat.

    ##### Martita - Aside from checking on Barbaro and hoping for ACN first thing in the morning .... and sending him peaceful sleep last thing at night ............. and scrolling - high speed through all the days posts .........
    I am always, always real glad to read yours !!

    G'nite all !

    Sherry - Arizona

    Posted by: sherry at October 3, 2006 5:45 AM

    Dearest Barbaro:

    I hope you had a comfortable day, and someone was there to give you some scratches, and rubs. Hope you got to graze today too. We love you so much, and pray for you every day.

    Alex, I have a question if this is the proper place to ask it, and if you have the time. Listening to the races this weekend, I heard the anouncers say something about, "this is his first time on lasix". I heard this several times during the day. Why do they give horses lasix? Does it help them in some way in racing? I am very curious about this.

    Thanks you.

    Posted by: Gloria Davis at October 3, 2006 5:51 AM

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    Thank you Shelley for answering our questions and providing the identity of that beautiful horse. Something told me you were the one in the know.
    Good night!!

    Posted by: Robbie in Fresno, CA at October 3, 2006 5:58 AM

    Have a good, comfortable, healing night Barbaro. Get lots of rest and I'll check on you tomorrow. Hugs and scratchies sweet boy. I love you Barbaro.

    There will be miracles...
    when you believe.

    Posted by: Sandie at October 3, 2006 6:05 AM

    Dear Barbaro!...Nighty night to you.....
    Hope you are sleeping peacefully,healing and dreaming.

    Thanks to Robbie for the great pics honoring Lost in the Fog ...http://www.rmurimage.com

    Mike C,Janice,enjoyed your comments on seeing Barbaro!

    Praying for Mary L,Mike R,Erin and family and all who have lost beloved pets,all who are hurting.

    Love you Barbaro!
    Love,
    Linda A
    Ore.

    Posted by: Linda A in Oregon at October 3, 2006 7:17 AM

    Good Tuesday morning Alex, Bobby and fellow "fans of Barbaro".

    I wonder what time you get up in the morning Big Guy. I look forward to hearing ACN and then my day is brighter. Grow hoof grow!

    I wonder if somehow we can have a virtual party the day Bobby is discharged. A real party would be better, of course, but where would it be held so that everyone could make it?

    Janice
    Never Give In Never give up

    Posted by: Janice from Florida at October 3, 2006 10:00 AM

    Good morning, Barbaro! Good morning, all Fans of Barbaro!

    Good morning, Janice. (Jo must be sleeping in this morning!) I like your idea of a virtual party. We'd have to warn Alex so he could up the bandwidth that day. I have a feeling everyone who's ever posted would be here that day!

    Hoping for ACN yet again!

    Proud member, Fans of Barbaro

    Posted by: Marg in Maine at October 3, 2006 10:15 AM

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