Good morning FOB's

Rest in Peace Barbaro (and Mending Fences)

Have a great day everyone

Good morning-

Let's get those co-sponsors in the senate
this week!

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Welcoming committed individuals
to help save horses with the NC calling group...
an hour a week is all it takes, and we make it fun and easy...come on Tarheels, I know you're out there!

antislaughterlobby@earthlink.net

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Good morning all,

Roller Coaster weekend is over. Fresh start to a new week. Have call list and ready to roll.

Have a great day everyone.

Is there a Candle group for Mending Fences?

Good morning Alex and all FOB's. Congratulations to Michael Matz, Chelokee, and of course, Curlin. Street Sense is still my favorite!!

God bless Mending Fences, I know that angel Barbaro was there to welcome him home to the green meadows of Heaven. Please call your Senators, co-sponsors, and never give up the fight to save America's horses.

Blessings to you all.

Bonnie in Florida

Alex, Tell Luke the pony that one of the Clydesdales is named after him.

Morning All

##Cal, sounds like the horse bug bit you, no turning back now (LOL).

Take care and productive calling everone.

Let's get those co sponsors.

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Michelle, One way or another, I will have a horse. I just have to do some investigating. I will have to learn alot before I jump in. Yesterday was just awsome.

Good morning everyone!

First of all, congratulations to Curlin and Street Sense. What a race, and the best part is they both came out fine. My condolenses to Mending Fences' connections. My heart goes out to them for their loss.

One a brighter note, after our Barbaro celebration at Lone Star Park on 4/29, I sent a copy of a page from their program that honored Barbaro and the Fans of Barbaro to Mrs. Jackson with a letter saying the Texas FOB were commmitted to honoring Barbaro's legacy. I told her we were raising money for the laminitis fund, rescuing horses from slaughter, helping horse rescues and fighting for the anti slaughter bills in Congress. On Friday I received a post card from her thanking us. She said and I quote, "I am particularly excited that you are behind the anti-slaughter bill. Keep it up, please!"
How can we refuse this plea directly from her?

I know a lot of us are already calling, faxing and emailing our representatives in Congress, but if any one is on the fence or does not feel confortable doing it, please reconsider. Join a state call group and everyone will help you with what to say or do. If you are a Texan, please email burkpam@yahoo.com to join our team. Thanks.

Run with the wind, Barbaro. Thank you for inspiring us to fight for your brothers and sisters.

®®®®®®®®®®OHIO HAS TWO NEW BUCKS®®®®®®®

30 in total now, OH HERD

BIG WELCOME AND THANKS

Karen & Peg

Join the Anti Horse Slaughter Campaign

Please sign up to help the State Groups

For OHIO

Send me an e-mail and I will include you in the Ohio Group.

You will receive an e-mail on what representatives to call.

Just a few minutes a day, to make a few calls, send a few letters, post cards, or faxes.

You can make a difference.

MORE BUCKS MORE BUCKS MORE BUCKS
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Morning all. Love to Barbaro. Thanks Alex

Over the weekend passions and personalities were high. Please let us have no dissention among us.
We are all here for the horses. We are all here to improve tract safety and improve the horse racing industry, to end slaughter forever,to rescue the sick, unwanted and abandoned and to help fund a cure for laminitis.

Let this quote be what we strive to achieve:

Oh, the comfort, the inexpressible comfort of feeling safe with a person, having neither to weigh thought nor measure words, but pouring them all right out, just as they are, chaff and grain together, certain that a faithful hand will take and sift them, keep what is worth keeping, and with a breath of kindness, blow the rest away.

###Cal
If you want to get your feet wet, let me know.
Sampson might get jealous,
Definitely would need a bigger couch (LOL)

skedaddling

Good Monday Morning FOBs

As someone else above me said - new week, whew!!
Weekend we dreaded is over with. I'm still so sad about Mending Fences as I know others are and Cal, yes there is a candle group. In fact I think there are 3.

Ohio Group - congratulations! Very impressive numbers. All other states - let's try to catch up. We can urge others within our state to join.
On with the fight against horse slaughter!!!!!!!

Have a great day all!!

Janice
A forever FOB

In loving memory of Mending Fences.

Its crucial that EVERYONE email or call these folks TODAY, or there will be a bill presented to reopen the slaughter houses. If you have questions, please contact Pat at: pat@tonkawood.com

She has been lobbying and has spoken to all the senators in person about this and knows whats going on....See the letter below.

YOUR HELP NEEDED TODAY

TO KEEP HORSE SLAUGHTER BANNED IN TEXAS

--PLEASE CROSS POST WIDELY --

WITH ONLY ELEVEN DAYS LEFT IN THE TEXAS LEGISLATIVE SESSION, The TEXAS horse slaughter plants have one last chance to legalize horse slaughter in Texas. To do this, they must get SB 911 to the House floor so they can ADD a pro-slaughter amendment TO it.

To stop this ACTION, we must kill SB 911 in the House Calendars Committee and we must do it NOW!

ONLY TWO DAYS AGO - THE ILLINOIS LEGISLATURE BANNED HORSE SLAUGHTER, CLOSING THE ONLY REMAINING HORSE SLAUGHTER PLANT IN THE UNITED STATES. HELP US JOIN ILLINOIS AND THE REST OF THE COUNTRY WITH PERMANENTLY BANNING HORSE SLAUGHTER IN TEXAS!

PLEASE CONTACT EACH MEMBER OF THE CALENDARS COMMITTEE TODAY AND URGE THEM TO KILL SB 911.

Their contact information is below:

House Rep.
Email
(512) Phone / Fax

Dan Branch (R)
dan.branch@house.state.tx.us
463-0367 / 322-9935

Norma Chávez (D)
norma.chavez@house.state.tx.us
463-0622 / 478-6755

Myra Crownover (R)
myra.crownover@house.state.tx.us
463-0582 / 463-0471

Dawnna M. Dukes (D)
dawnna.dukes@house.state.tx.us
463-0506 / 463-7864

Gary Elkins (R)
Gary.Elkins@house.state.tx.us
463-0722 / 472-5610

Ryan Guillen (D)
ryan.guillen@house.state.tx.us
463-0416 / 463-1012

Mike Hamilton (R)
mike.hamilton@house.state.tx.us
463-0412 / 463-1915

Larry Taylor (R)
larry.taylor@house.state.tx.us
463-0729 / 474-2398

Sylvester Turner (D)
Sylvester.Turner@house.state.tx.us
463-0554 / 463-8380

Corbin Van Arsdale (R)
corbin.van_arsdale@house.state.tx.us
463-0661 / 463-4130

Beverly Woolley (R)
beverly.woolley@house.state.tx.us
463-0696 / 463-9333

THANK YOU.

URGENT - TEXAS BILL MAY BE INTRODUCED

Its crucial that EVERYONE email or call these folks TODAY, or there will be a bill presented to reopen the slaughter houses. If you have questions, please contact Pat at: pat@tonkawood.com

She has been lobbying and has spoken to all the senators in person about this and knows whats going on....See the letter below.

YOUR HELP NEEDED TODAY

TO KEEP HORSE SLAUGHTER BANNED IN TEXAS

--PLEASE CROSS POST WIDELY --

WITH ONLY ELEVEN DAYS LEFT IN THE TEXAS LEGISLATIVE SESSION, The TEXAS horse slaughter plants have one last chance to legalize horse slaughter in Texas. To do this, they must get SB 911 to the House floor so they can ADD a pro-slaughter amendment TO it.

To stop this ACTION, we must kill SB 911 in the House Calendars Committee and we must do it NOW!

ONLY TWO DAYS AGO - THE ILLINOIS LEGISLATURE BANNED HORSE SLAUGHTER, CLOSING THE ONLY REMAINING HORSE SLAUGHTER PLANT IN THE UNITED STATES. HELP US JOIN ILLINOIS AND THE REST OF THE COUNTRY WITH PERMANENTLY BANNING HORSE SLAUGHTER IN TEXAS!

PLEASE CONTACT EACH MEMBER OF THE CALENDARS COMMITTEE TODAY AND URGE THEM TO KILL SB 911.

Their contact information is below:

House Rep.
Email
(512) Phone / Fax

Dan Branch (R)
dan.branch@house.state.tx.us
463-0367 / 322-9935

Norma Chávez (D)
norma.chavez@house.state.tx.us
463-0622 / 478-6755

Myra Crownover (R)
myra.crownover@house.state.tx.us
463-0582 / 463-0471

Dawnna M. Dukes (D)
dawnna.dukes@house.state.tx.us
463-0506 / 463-7864

Gary Elkins (R)
Gary.Elkins@house.state.tx.us
463-0722 / 472-5610

Ryan Guillen (D)
ryan.guillen@house.state.tx.us
463-0416 / 463-1012

Mike Hamilton (R)
mike.hamilton@house.state.tx.us
463-0412 / 463-1915

Larry Taylor (R)
larry.taylor@house.state.tx.us
463-0729 / 474-2398

Sylvester Turner (D)
Sylvester.Turner@house.state.tx.us
463-0554 / 463-8380

Corbin Van Arsdale (R)
corbin.van_arsdale@house.state.tx.us
463-0661 / 463-4130

Beverly Woolley (R)
beverly.woolley@house.state.tx.us
463-0696 / 463-9333

THANK YOU.

URGENT - TEXAS BILL MAY BE INTRODUCED

Sorry about that been on Misty's thread too long.

Hiya, FsOB! Wishing everyone a productive day as we continue to work on behalf of the horses. Peace, RMH

#### To Harriette, I hope that Cheyenne is having an even better day than yesterday. May Noah have increased comfort as this week gets under way. ####

###Cal, wish you & Julie lived close to me..I have an extra stall in my barn. You could get a horse and I would keep it here for you. We could have chocolate every time you visit!!! I have an entire cookbook dedicated to nothing but chocolate..

You can go here to see Mending Fences win the Connally Crown. Bless you in Heaven, Mending Fences.

http://www.ntra.com/content.aspx?type=news&id=24555

Harriette, Kentucky is where I want to retire. God only knows when that will be. Been looking around my area for boarding stalls. Just doing some preliminary investigating. I want to be sure I can fully afford to properly care for a horse. Julie fell in love with an Icelandic and a Gypsy colt yesterday. (EXPENSIVE)

Send me some of your chocolate recipies.

Good morning FOB's!

Sweet Prince, you are forever in my heart. I love you and miss you so very much.

Mending Fences, RIP sweet one. Barbaro will take you under his wing.

Love and prayers to all.

FOB FOREVER!! BLB!!!

Karen - TN

BEST 2 OUT OF 3?

You have to admit, it would be something....(only if the horses felt up to it, obviously)

Excerpt
"It is only the second time in 132 years that the top three Derby finishers were also the top three in the Preakness"

Morning Fans of Barbaro

I love you Barbaro and Mending Fencesyour both free now.

Morning Fans of Barbaro

I love you Barbaro and Mending Fences your both free now.

Good Morning Fob's

Strategy for Monday May 21

As we told you last week, we have been informed there is a hold on S311. The only way we can get it to the senate floor for a vote is to get 60 co-sponsors. That would be a majority and the bill would be released. If you think one senator doesn’t matter, you’re wrong. We need EVERY one we can get. You might explain the urgency when making your calls. There is a good chance that will make the difference to those that are undecided. ONLY ADDITIONAL CO-SPONSORS WILL MAKE THIS MOVE FORWARD!!! While you are an awesome group, WE ARE NOT ENOUGH. We must reach out to everyone we know to call and fax!! It is crucial that we get more people involved.

Following is a list of states where we do NOT have a state group. As you know, these state groups have been extremely effective in getting many co-sponsors on board.
Alabama
Alaska
Arkansas
Connecticut
Delaware
Hawaii
Idaho
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
New Hampshire
New Mexico
North Dakota
Oklahoma
Oregon
Rhode Island
South Dakota
Tennessee
Utah
Vermont
West Virginia
Wyoming

Unfortunately, because they are not represented, the rest of us will have to give them a hand. As we know, calls from non-constituents are not as effective but we have no choice. We have reached a crucial point and had hoped to have more of these states covered by now.

For this reason, we will start posting a list of names from these different states each day. We will be focusing primarily on senators this week. We will go in alphabetical order by state

Again, if ANYONE from these states can give us a hand, PLEASE contact Stephanie at
sbreaux1@verizon.net

We know how busy you've all been and hate to add this extra burden but, at this time, we have no choice. As you know, there is a hold on this bill in the senate and we need 60 co-sponsors to get past the hold. So every co-sponsor we can get is VERY important. We will keep the list short each day!!

Today’s List:
Jeff Sessions - Alabama
Phone: 202-224-4124
Fax: 202-224-3149

Richard Shelby - Alabama
Phone: 202-224-5744
Fax: 202-224-3416

Lisa Murkowski - Alaska
Phone: 202-224-6665
Fax: 202-224-5301

Blanche Lincoln - Arkansas
Phone: 202-224-4843
Fax: 202-228-1371

Mark Pryor - Arkansas
Phone: 202-224-2353
Fax: 202-228-0908

Joseph Biden - Delaware
Phone: 202-224-5042
Fax: 202-224-0139
Daniel Akaka - Hawaii
Phone: 202-224-6361
Fax: 202-224-2126

TEXAS TAKE ACTION
CALLING ALL TEXANS! Please make a brief, polite phone call today to your state senators and your state representatives and urge them to oppose any efforts to make horse slaughter legal in Texas.

We must get S311/HR503 passed federally to end this once and for all and to stop the transport of our horses to Mexico and Canada

Wednesday, May 23 will be the next MEDIA BLITZ DAY!!
WE ARE BARBARO’S VOICE! Make those calls and send those faxes for him and all the horses.

Thanks for all you do.
Shelley and Debra

Good Morning Alex and FOB Family...

First of all, I am so sorry about Mending Fences. I feel so badly for the owners.

Barbaro was in my thoughts all weekend, which is pretty typical for any day. We spent last week in Kentucky and I saw hundreds of beautiful horses. Even got to stroke Giacomo, what a beauty he is. But I couldn't help wishing just one of the many horses I saw would have been Barbaro.

But spending a few days in Kentucky has fired me up even more, if that is possible, to save the horses.

EVERYONE, KEEP THE HEAT ON. PARTICIPATE IN THE MEDIA BLITZ. GET THE WORD OUT AND CONTACT LEGISLATORS TO END THIS HORRENDOUS PRACTICE.

If you are ever able, spend a few days in Kentucky. That, I promise you, will get you motivated to keep on fighting. Never give up.

Take care all,
Pam

God Bless, Mending Fences, may you rest in peace.

###
Harriette,
Just wanted to let you know that Katherine Pushkar returned my call late Friday night, but I was not home. I'm going to call her today. I also sent her a e-mail.

Have a great calling day everyone.

Missing Barbaro!!!!!!!!!!

Socorro,

Thanks so much for posting the Texas information. I emailed every Senator on the list.

Janice
A forever FOB

Mending Fences:

You are so brave. God bless you and keep you. Run like the wind and never stop.

Elsa

Good Morning Barbaro
Our bright shining star..champion of our hearts and on the track. We feel your presence, we feel your spirit, and we are thankful. We promise we will not give up, sweetheart...keep nudging us and we will march on. Have a wonderful day in heaven. Love you!!!

Good Morning Fans/Family of Barbaro

My heart goes out to the family of Mending Fences!!! Just to think you were running a race with all your might, and then euthanize...Barbaro I know you were there.

Please remember to call, fax, email...whatever it takes. There was great publicity over the weekend and the FOBs were mentioned. Of course, our lovely Alex was there, also.

While the iron is hot, let us burn up the lines.

Remember the Fallen Angels, the rescues, the ones suffering, human or animal, everyone needs a helping hand.

Everyone of you are so special!!!

###
Alex and Tim thank you...always

Harriette...praying for your family. Also, for Tucker. And all my prayers and heart goes to everyone who needs them.

Remember Fitch, Apache, and so many more. WE ARE HERE, AND WE TAKE ACTION.

Good Morning, All! Alex and Tim, thank you for all you do for us. I really appreciate your updates on the world of racing for us Alex. For me, you are the ears and eyes of horse racing.

Made it through Preakness weekend and thankfully all the horses came home safely. God Speed to Mending Fences, who sadly did not. I hope he was well loved by his human connections. He was giving it his all when he went down.

Let's finish Barbaro's work here on Planet Earth. Time to Save the Horses.

I GET IT.

Lor in PA

Good Morning Sweet Barbaro in Heaven!

Good morning Rosie, Bobby's Lil Angel and still pregnant Misty!

Lets make those calls and get more co-sponsors!

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

Ro & Brady

Hi, all you animal lovers. This is pretty simple.. Please tell ten
friends to tell ten today! The Animal Rescue Site is having trouble
getting enough people to click on it daily to meet their quota of
getting free food donated every day to abused and neglected animals.

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

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

Click to Feed the Animals - Rescue Site

AGAIN, PLEASE TELL 10 FRIENDS!!!

Pennsylvania Fans of Barbaro, we NEED your help!

We have started a Pennsylvania Strategy like many of the other states have. Our team is NOW 35 strong and we’d like more of you to join us!

As you are all aware, we need more co-sponsors to get our Bills in the Senate and the House to a vote. We have a strategy for making this happen. If you’ll join us, we’ll target 3 or 4 legislators each day as a team. A simple call or fax is all it will take.

I am the Pennsylvania State Leader. Please email me if you’d like to join our Team Barbaro Pennsylvania and get on the emailing list for targeting our PA Senator and Reps who have not yet agreed to support the anti-slaughter legislation. You can email me at Lor in PA.

WE NEED YOUR HELP!

So let's get out there and SAVE those horses! Call your REPS and SENATORS...do it in loving memory of our Barbaro and all the nameless, faceless horses being being trucked into Mexico and Canada and dying brutally...Please contact me and join our team if you live in Pennsylvania and want to help rescue horses from slaughter.

I GET IT.

Lor in PA

Barbaro And Mending Fences Are Together Over The Rainbow. They Live In Our Hearts.

Affirmed.

Please call or e-mail Texas legislators listed above. This is URGENT. We will have a difficult time on the national scene if we lose the fight in Texas. This is a crucial week. I have e-mailed everyone listed. This is a national issue. Come on FOB's

Good morning Family.
Good morning Barbaro & Mending Fences.

I will be away from the computer today (but not before I email AGAIN & EVERYDAY the TX Senators)
My son is graduating tonight from vocational school and will "officially" graduate next month, so, much to do today.

### Harriette, thank you for your wisdom this morning.

### Cal, I am so happy for you, for what your wife did for you. Obviously she "gets it" How wonderful of her. Doesn't take much to get the bug does it :)

### Ohio FOB, if you have not yet joined the Ohio state calling group, PLEASE DO we NEED your voice.

Love to all,
Verna

Just got done calling the Texas Reps Calendar Committee: and guess what? 4 of the members have
FULL MAILBOXES!!! Hopefully all those calls are registering opposition to SB 911. Will call back later, of course, but I am hopeful that this is a good sign....CALL ON FOBS!!!

Socorro, thanks for the Texas info - I just finished faxing all the reps.
Patty in Dallas, I would like to join your group. I'm in Canyon Lake. My email is kkujat@gvtc.com. I have been contacting our US reps for the federal bills.
Kate

MJ is RIGHT. It doesn't take long to give our horses a longer life.... I've faxed everyone in Texas, am not working on the national strategy and then my local reps. I just keep in mind why I am doing this. That's all the incentive I need.

We can all make a huge difference, as we've been joined together by Barbaro for a reason....

A question for anyone, please...

I feel like I should know this, but, who exactly, are a horse's "connections"?

Thanks...have a great day...

Ooops....

Wrote am "not" doing the national strategy. I type too fast.... Those that know me will know it was a typo and that if I could, I'd be knocking on these representative's doors - LOL

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I just heard on the local news that neither Street Sense nor Curlin will race in the Belmont. They said the horses came out of the Preakness too tired. I thought they would wait a little longer before making that decision. Maybe it is Hard Spun's turn now.

####
Please remember Mr. Jackson's Father's Day Tribute for the MO Horse Heroes. All the information is posted on the discussion board under Mr. Jackson's Tribute Information. Let's all get together and honor this great "dad" on Father's Day and help the MO Horse Heroes as well. Check the Discussion Board.

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Welcome all new members to the Ohio Herd calling group. With the emails of Call Lists we get each day, it is so easy to make our opinions known to those who matter. Thanks Michelle for all your hard work.

Rosemary

This is so cool! A number of FOB's teamed up with the Exceller Fund to save TB within seconds of being put down. This is from the thread on Take A Chance and comes form our contact at the Exceller Fund..

"Take A Chance is doing great! I missed seeing the vet but I did speak with him on the phone. He is VERY encouraged how well Chance is doing. He feels his prognosis is excellent. I told him about the Fans of Barbaro sending the money needed to schedule the surgery, and he said he had just heard about the Fans of Barbaro on ESPN. He was honored to be a part of the overall Barbaro movement, and very grateful for this particular horse because it would have been a shame to euthanize him.

Chance will stay at the track for the 30 days following surgery. We are looking at various options for him to go to finish his rehab, and I hope we can find something not too far from the track, and hopefully FOB's in Southern California can go and visit."

The word is getting out.

### Lor in PA, This should put to rest any questions you may have about how Mending Fences owners felt. It was written the morning of the race. Will be sending out my sympothy card today.
Love,
Verna

PB horse to race on Preakness undercard
(The pix to this article can be seen on DB)

By STEPHANIE MURPHY
Daily News Business and Real Estate Writer

Saturday, May 19, 2007

Mending Fences is no nag, a season of unexpected racing successes has proved.

The dark bay colt owned by Linnette Miller of Palm Beach has won more than $200,000 this year.

The winnings could increase today, during the Preakness Day undercard program. Mending Fences is entered in the $250,000 Dixie Stakes at Pimlico, a nine-furlongs Grade II race on turf for 3-year-olds and up.

No one really saw it coming, said Adam Boalt, an advertising executive who grew up in Palm Beach and has followed 5-year-old Mending Fences because of the horse's parentage — Forestry and Mended Heart — and recent triumphs.

About two and a half years ago, Miller and her husband, real estate developer Rob Miller, acquired the colt in a claiming race for $15,000. The previous owner had paid $290,000 but wanted to part with the colt after a poor performance in his first race.

Linnette Miller, who heads Farnsworth Stables LLC of Palm Beach, saw Mending Fences' potential and was rewarded earlier this year.

In February, he ran a very close second to Grade 1 winner English Channel at Gulfstream.

"The performance of Mending Fences at that race showed us he had the promise of so much more," Miller said. "Then, out of nowhere, he won the $200,000 John B. Connally Breeders' Cup (on April 7). When he took first, I literally fainted. He is really coming into his own, putting on a remarkable performance that we never expected."

Mending Fences has won five of his last seven races, her husband said.

"Putting him with a different trainer made all the difference," he said.

He credits trainer Marty Wolfson with the horse's new track record but doesn't discount Mending Fences' distinguished breeding. Forestry (Storm Cat, Shared Interest) was the $1.5 million sale-topper at the 1997 Keeneland July Yearling Sale.

And Storm Cat has a pair of formidable great-grand sires: Triple Crown-winner Secretariat and Northern Dancer, winner of the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness. Canadian-bred Storm Cat went on to became the most successful sire of the 20th century.

Mending Fences is Forestry's No. 1 runner in 2007, according to the Stallion Register. Lifetime earnings are $231,400.

With his heritage and latest wins, Mending Fences is becoming more valuable, recently drawing an offer of $500,000, the owners said.

Linnette Miller got involved in horse breeding only a few years ago, with the purchase of Farnsworth Farms in Ocala.

"It has become quite the family affair. We are becoming known in this community as the group of screaming women in the crowd, cheering for our horses," she said.

There could be more to cheer for in the future, given the likelihood that Mending Fences will become a standing stallion, Rob Miller said.

The horse "really came into his own this year," he said. "Marty (Wolfson) said if he has a good year the rest of this year, ultimately he'll be a stallion."

On a bad note, please go to the discussion boards and look at the anti-slaughter threads. We have problems in both ILL and Texas.

All the NY calls done and
ARGH: Congressman Jim Walsh (grrrr: a big BUSH guy, and roundly disliked by all sane upstate NYers) Just asked me:
"Didn't YOU call LAST WEEK?" I had to take a deep breath so that I didn't SCREAM into the phone...I replied--ever so sweetly, that, ((yes, I did call last week, and I would continue to call until we got the outcome for HR503 that we want....))
Where is the drooling rottie that we need to let loose on these people.....
(no offense rottie owners, I personally love the breed...but, boy, are they impressive when provoked or ordered to show some "muscle...")

KEEP CALLING: on to the National Calls.

Laurie H., are you there? How is Bart today? How was the confirmation service yesterday?

Kathy S.

Angel Kathy In Sc. Go To Online Pedigree Query And You Will See Who The Horses Are Related To And About Their History.

It Is The Family Tree.

You Are In My Heart.

My Love.

Affirmed.

****

Jonna, doesn't Rep. Jim Walsh know Bush owns his own ranch too...perhaps Mr. Walsh needs the 'ole branding iron to get him on "our" side.

### Dee
Good morning. I mean when someone says "Congratulations to Trigger and his connections", who do they mean? Owner, trainer?

Thank you...

CROSS POST from the discussion boards.

Cavel is killing up a storm today, Angela is in tears on the phone right now.

We need the governor to sign the bill ASAP!!!

She's watching MANY trucks loaded with horses to be slaughtered right NOW!

Ro & Brady

CROSS POST from the discussion boards.

Cavel is killing up a storm today, Angela is in tears on the phone right now.

We need the governor to sign the bill ASAP!!!

She's watching MANY trucks loaded with horses to be slaughtered right NOW!

Ro & Brady

Good Morning Everyone,
You were all in my thoughts Saturday.
Curlin, Street Sence and Hard Spun great job. What a tough day my emotions were all over the place, my Barbaro beanie was hugged so hard. When I heard that Michael and Chelokee had won and the trophy was presented by the Jackson's I knew Barbaro was there. Then seeing Michael cry, I was crying with him. It was a bittersweet day one that will always be remembered. If it had be planned it never would have happened.
CONGRATULATIONS MICHAEL MATZ!! I am so happy for you, it could not have happened to a better trainer or person.

Mr. and Mrs Jackson, CONGRATULATIONS! He carried you.

Sorocco, Nice to see you.

Mending Fences, RIP honey. Run free.

Kathy in SC

It's my understanding that a horse's connections would include owners, trainer, exercise riders, grooms, hot walkers, veterinarian - all who are literally "connected" to that horse.

Did I get it right Alex?

Glenda

DAMNIT! MONSTERS!!!!!!!!!!!!

God please help us save the innocence.

##

Good Morning Famblee.....It is Monday...the 16th Monday...light a candle for our Boy:)...AFTER you make your calls and or send your faxes...

I am looking at the list of states in which we have no State Calling Groups...it is VERY long:(
There are THIRTY ONE states without call groups!!

Aren't any of you maybe in one of those states? Could you find it in your hearts to 'sign-on' and help out our horses? We from other states can pick up the slack, but our 'voices' don't count as heavily as if we are actual constituants...
I am reading that we are at a 'crucial point' in this strategy and we MUST do our part to help save the creatures we all LOVE SO MUCH!! PLEASE help!!! If you don't have time...which in all truthfulness, who DOES??? I don't, but I DO IT!!
Find a friend or relative willing to do it for you...better yet, find two or three!! lol! KENTUCKY doesn't have a calling group...Kentucky...the BLUE GRASS STATE...c'mon people....

O.K. getting down from my 'soap box' now...I hope everyone has a wonderful day today! I am hoping to go visit my three frens inside the fence later on:) I REALLY missed seeing them yesterday:( I need my daily "horsey fix" now after having been a Nanny for soooo many days!! :)

## Cal I am excited for you...and will wait until you have explored every aspect of becoming a horse owner...and I'm glad to see you looking at all aspects before you 'jump'....sometimes people don't take the time to see the whole picture, good for you!

## Harriette...I too hope Cheyenne is better each morning than the one before and am holding you and that GIRL, Cheyenne and your BOY, Noah very close to my heart....:)

##Jonna-I would GLADLY dress up in a "Drooling Rottie" outfit and show me the one....I'm grrrrrrrreadddddyyyyy! I love Rotties too:) my fren had two of them:) They would scare the bejeebers out of folks who didn't know them, but they loved their "Aunty Lynne" :) they came next door every day....MANY times a day for COOKIES and LOVINGS:) I think like Pit Bulls, Rotties get a 'bad rap'....o.k. gotta go!!!!

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Ken Z: GRRRR> Not only the "branding iron" BUT, a nose twitch too, I'm thinking. He is such a weasel. Barely scraped through last election, but there he is: smiling, nodding, you can almost see the slit in his back where Bush's hand goes....

Great words this weekend, and thank you.

How is Christine: Is there a Jules II on the scene?

Beautiful here, but chilly...at least there's no rain or that-other-stuff-that-is-white-and-floaty AND SHALL NOT BE NAMED FOR AT LEAST 5 MONTHS....

Best to you: j

GOOD MORNING FOB'S!!
Please know that EVERYDAY COUNTS!! We need more awareness for the AHSPA (media blitz), and more cosponsors! Please REACH OUT to everyone you know!

MORNING REPOST

Good Morning Fob's

Strategy for Monday May 21

As we told you last week, we have been informed there is a hold on S311. The only way we can get it to the senate floor for a vote is to get 60 co-sponsors. That would be a majority and the bill would be released. If you think one senator doesn’t matter, you’re wrong. We need EVERY one we can get. You might explain the urgency when making your calls. There is a good chance that will make the difference to those that are undecided. ONLY ADDITIONAL CO-SPONSORS WILL MAKE THIS MOVE FORWARD!!! While you are an awesome group, WE ARE NOT ENOUGH. We must reach out to everyone we know to call and fax!! It is crucial that we get more people involved.

Following is a list of states where we do NOT have a state group. As you know, these state groups have been extremely effective in getting many co-sponsors on board.
Alabama
Alaska
Arkansas
Connecticut
Delaware
Hawaii
Idaho
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
New Hampshire
New Mexico
North Dakota
Oklahoma
Oregon
Rhode Island
South Dakota
Tennessee
Utah
Vermont
West Virginia
Wyoming

Unfortunately, because they are not represented, the rest of us will have to give them a hand. As we know, calls from non-constituents are not as effective but we have no choice. We have reached a crucial point and had hoped to have more of these states covered by now.

For this reason, we will start posting a list of names from these different states each day. We will be focusing primarily on senators this week. We will go in alphabetical order by state

Again, if ANYONE from these states can give us a hand, PLEASE contact Stephanie at
sbreaux1@verizon.net

We know how busy you've all been and hate to add this extra burden but, at this time, we have no choice. As you know, there is a hold on this bill in the senate and we need 60 co-sponsors to get past the hold. So every co-sponsor we can get is VERY important. We will keep the list short each day!!

Today’s List:
Jeff Sessions - Alabama
Phone: 202-224-4124
Fax: 202-224-3149

Richard Shelby - Alabama
Phone: 202-224-5744
Fax: 202-224-3416

Lisa Murkowski - Alaska
Phone: 202-224-6665
Fax: 202-224-5301

Blanche Lincoln - Arkansas
Phone: 202-224-4843
Fax: 202-228-1371

Mark Pryor - Arkansas
Phone: 202-224-2353
Fax: 202-228-0908

Joseph Biden - Delaware
Phone: 202-224-5042
Fax: 202-224-0139
Daniel Akaka - Hawaii
Phone: 202-224-6361
Fax: 202-224-2126

TEXAS TAKE ACTION
CALLING ALL TEXANS! Please make a brief, polite phone call today to your state senators and your state representatives and urge them to oppose any efforts to make horse slaughter legal in Texas.

We must get S311/HR503 passed federally to end this once and for all and to stop the transport of our horses to Mexico and Canada

Wednesday, May 23 will be the next MEDIA BLITZ DAY!!
WE ARE BARBARO’S VOICE! Make those calls and send those faxes for him and all the horses.

Thanks for all you do.
Shelley and Debra

Posted by: ShelleyA at May 21, 2007 1:20 PM

More urgency to act in Texas - There is a longer version of this on the DB.

PLEASE ACT NOW!!
FROM HABITAT FOR HORSES:
Habitat for Horses Action Alert

May 20, 2007

The Right of Appeal

One more emergency faces us in Austin! With the legislative season coming to a close, the Criminal Justice Committee is looking at HB 3930, a bill that would make it IMPOSSIBLE for Habitat for Horses to continue aiding law enforcement in the civil seizure of horses due to neglect and starvation. We are only able to receive horses from Texas Courts because we know that there is no right of appeal for the owner who starved and neglected them. We start the rehabilitation process on the horses as soon as the court awards them to us and usually, within three to nine months, the horses are ready to start a new life in an adoptive home.

Now the Texas Legislature wants to take that away by allowing the owner to appeal, a process that might take YEARS and leave us maintaining the horses during all that time, with the possibility that the horses would be returned to the owner! At an average cost of $200 per month per horse, excluding vet bills, we simply could no longer receive horses from the courts.

HB 3930 will be heard Monday afternoon in the Senate Committee of Criminal Jurisprudence in Room E1.016

This session of the Texas Legislature is almost over. This should be the last Action Alert necessary for the State, but it is vitally important. Please call the following people Monday morning:

Senate Committee On Criminal Justice

John J. Carona (R) 463-0116 / 463-3135 john.carona@senate.state.tx.us
Robert F. Deuell (R) 463-0102 / 463-7202 robert.deuell@senate.state.tx.us
Rodney Ellis (D) 463-0113 / 463-0006 rodney.ellis@senate.state.tx.us
Glenn Hegar (R) 463-0118 / 475-3736 glenn.hegar@senate.state.tx.us
Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa (D) 463-0120 / 463-0229 juan.hinojosa@senate.state.tx.us
Kel Seliger (R) 463-0131 / 475-3733 kel.seliger@senate.state.tx.us
John Whitmire (D) 463-0115 / 475-3737 john.whitmire@senate.state.tx.us

Please call them Monday morning, prior to the Committee Hearing at 1:30.

Love, Light and Protection for All of The Horses

God bless Mending Fences; Barbaro was watching the race and needed another "fren" in Equine Heaven, and was glad when Fences joined him. My condolences to his "family", because that is what they are; family, not owners and trainers.

Enjoyed watching Edgar Prado race; He is a wonderful and compassionate man.

Take care of yourself, Robby and Eddie, both hurt a little when they were thrown.

Barbaro; the race was empty without you, but somehow I knew you were there, watching!

Thanks, Alex. Loved your part in the feature on the FOB.

###

Thanks Renee.

What a weekend, I will definitely not be watching the Belmont Stakes after the way NBC did the Preakness.

I won't start anything, but MENDING FENCES deserved more respect than was given by the media.

FOBS!!!!!!
I have just spoken with the office of Sen. Dan Branch (R) in Texas...according to her ....NO LEGAL SLAUGHTER IN TEXAS!!!!!!

YEAH!!!!!!

Agree with Lynne: we NEED all the states represented...the list was SOOOOOO long, I was amazed, appalled. We need callers within those states, even though, as LB said, we CAN DO IT...it carries more weight coming from constituents...

Lynne, lynne, lynne: what the hell would we do without you, girl. Go hug on your frens. I love to listen to Mister literally skipping up to the fence...what a blessing to you, and to them.

#######
Re the obscenity going on in Cavel ILL: Does anyone have the Gov's number? I can Google it....but if anyone has it, lemme know.

Jonna,
Contact the Governor

Office of the Governor
207 State House
Springfield, IL 62706
Phone: 217-782-0244 or 312-814-2121
TTY: 888-261-3336
Governor's Online Contact Form
Governor's Website

Ro & Brady

Governor Of Illinois: Rod Blagojevich:
312 814-2121 CALL HIS OFFICE!!!!
Until he signs the Cavel closing into LAW, horses will be loaded up and sent into Mexico (probably)for slaughter. PLEASE CALL THAT NUMBER AT EXPRESS YOUR CONCERN FOR THE SITUATION AT CAVEL RIGHT NOW>>>>

### Glenda
Thank you. Now I see why they say "connections". That is waaayyy too many people to list.

Have a good day everybody!

THANK YOU RO: already been there and the 217 NUMBER IS KAPUT. Everyone: use the 312 number...please...horses are dying.

Call these House sponsors of HB 1711, in Illinois, and tell them what is happening, that HB 1711 MUST go on the fast track if it is to accomplish its purpose!!
##########
Picked up from the DB. Rep MOLARO is the main sponsor of HB1711....call him, they are being INUNDATED by calls but there cannot be too many.
Please don't let these horse wind up in Mexico.

CO-SPONSORS OF HB 1711

Rep. Robert S. MOLARO (217) 782-5280

Rep. John A. Fritchey (217) 782-2458

Rep. Elizabeth Coulson (217) 782-4194

Rep. Karen A. Yarbrough (217) 782-8120

Rep. Daniel J. Burke (217) 782-1117

Rep. Robert Rita (217) 558-1000

Rep. Elizabeth Hernandez (217) 782-8173

Rep. Eddie Washington (217) 558-1012

Ro & jonna,

Thank you for the number to the Governor in Illinois 312-814-2121.

If we can all just make this one extra call today, we can make an impact.

THIS HAS TO STOP

The Horses Are God's Precious Angels. God Made Them And They Belong To Him And The Angels Here.

Horse Slaughter Is Ethically, Morally, Spiritually Wrong.

10,000% That It Needs To Be Stopped For Good.

God Knows. God Sees.

Karma.

Affirmed.

Sent an e-mail to the Governor of ILL.

They open they close,they open they close.

Just close the damn thing once and for all, are they stupid? Sorry I'm a bit rilled up.

Made a call too. grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

Kate,

I will give your email address to Pam, the Texas call in leader so you can be added to our group. Thank you so much for helping!

Guess the Governor of IL will get an ear full today! He needs to sign the lawa and stop this atrocity! NOW

Ro & Brady

Office of the Governor
207 State House
Springfield, IL 62706
Phone: 217-782-0244 or 312-814-2121
TTY: 888-261-3336

I got through to BOTH numbers, which means they aren't busy enough. Let's SWAMP their office with calls !

KEEP CALLING !

We are really rolling this morning! There are many requests for calls.

Please, before you move on to any specialized calling requests, be sure to complete your state group calls and also the national list (beginning today) posted by Shelley and Debra at timestamp 1:20 PM.

As to their list of states that do not yet have TWR calling groups -- it is very long, especially considering the varied national distribution of the FOB here on the board! If your state is on that list, PLEASE step up and be a state leader. Stephanie will show you how to do it. It will be some extra work, but hopefully we are all willing to take on some extra work to end horse slaughter.

Meanwhile, the rest of us will have to make the calls for the unrepresented states; and the calls are simply not as effective, coming from non-constituents.

###
Verna, Thanks, Yesterday was a great day. I've had the horse bug for a long time. Just keeps getting stronger.

###
Lynne, I need lots of information, and I'm counting on all the FOB's to educate me. I'm not one to take on responsibility, if I'm unsure of being able to see it through.

Now that the pleasantries are done.....

WHERE IN THE HELL IS THE ILLINIOS GOVERNOR??

Everyone, extremely critical time for all of us right now. Nothing else matters at this moment other than making these calls, getting TX out of the picture, getting IL to be done with it, and getting this passed nationally.

Please, please, we are doing good but we need help desparately. Ask everyone you know to help us now. Please. For everyone in your address books, send them info to help us. It won't take long and will mean the world to a horse, who is looking out on the horizon, wondering when help is going to come. And will it be in time.

Glad to see someone posted the article on Mending Fences, he was a true rags to riches story here in S. Florida and knowing his trainer (he also brought Miesques' Approval from the low level claiming ranks to win the eclipse award and breeders cup) they would have done everything possible to save him. Mending Fences, forever may you run in heaven.

Happy for Curlin, never forget the day I saw him win his first race by 13 lenghts at Gulfstream on 2/3. He was a totally unknown maiden who never raced at 2, in the program they didn't give him much of a chance and he is truly special. Feel really bad for Street Senses' connections because they had the race won and the sport could use at least a hope for a triple crown going into the Belmont.

Ordered the posted of the Missouri horses and it is beautiful. Those horses are true heroes.

Disgusted to read Cavel is still killing this morning - this needs to stop. Hope everyone has joined a state group as we need more co-sponsors.
Supporting the bill will not do - we need them to co-sponsor to get the bills moving.

Great news about Take A Chance - this thoroughbred had already got the tranquilizer they give before they euthanize when someone stepped in and our FOB'S raised enough money for his successful surgery last week. What a great group we have as another life was saved thanks to Barbaro.

Barb m in Florida

Angel Kathy In Sc. Connections All Who Are Involved. So (8) Happy That You Know.

I Learn Too.

My Love.

Affirmed.

Hay® Family Of Barbaro ®

So glad to see the Board buzzing this morning. I spent Saturday at MHR Misty watching, playing with Baby B and my boy Cloud. Stephanie & I were talking about what could have been had the FOBs not asked her to buy these horses and bring them home. Cloud's fate had been sealed and was waiting for the next truck. The mares....KBs were bidding on them. Baby B never would have come into this world. These 3 are among the lucky. We need to get the job done for those who may face an unlucky fate.

JOIN A STATE GROUP OR START ONE FROM ONE OF THE STATES NOT YET REPRESENTED.

Please...let's all step up and make these calls today, tomorrow, the next day....until our horses are safe from the atrocity.

Good morning, all!

I just called all the Illinois co-sponsors and the governor's office. Can't BELIEVE the guy I talked to in that office. He said he had NO idea that horses were slaughtered. At first I thought he was pulling my leg. Or being sarcastic. But it seems he did NOT KNOW. I explained what was happening, about the trucks at Cavel, about the foreigners owning this plant. Filled him in on all that. Asked him to ask the governor to speed this process up, because the foreigners know how slow the American legislative process is, and that the people and legislators of Illinois have spoken, and they are just flaunting the process.

Then I called the Senate list for today.

Looked at my watch and realized I was doing this around 10:30 on a Monday.

Barbaro's time.

BTW, Molaro's office said they were getting a lot of calls about this.

The whole thing just makes me sick.

GOOD MORNING FOB'S!!
Please know that EVERYDAY COUNTS!! We need more awareness for the AHSPA (media blitz), and more cosponsors! Please REACH OUT to everyone you know!

MORNING REPOST

Good Morning Fob's

Strategy for Monday May 21

As we told you last week, we have been informed there is a hold on S311. The only way we can get it to the senate floor for a vote is to get 60 co-sponsors. That would be a majority and the bill would be released. If you think one senator doesn’t matter, you’re wrong. We need EVERY one we can get. You might explain the urgency when making your calls. There is a good chance that will make the difference to those that are undecided. ONLY ADDITIONAL CO-SPONSORS WILL MAKE THIS MOVE FORWARD!!! While you are an awesome group, WE ARE NOT ENOUGH. We must reach out to everyone we know to call and fax!! It is crucial that we get more people involved.

Following is a list of states where we do NOT have a state group. As you know, these state groups have been extremely effective in getting many co-sponsors on board.
Alabama
Alaska
Arkansas
Connecticut
Delaware
Hawaii
Idaho
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
New Hampshire
New Mexico
North Dakota
Oklahoma
Oregon
Rhode Island
South Dakota
Tennessee
Utah
Vermont
West Virginia
Wyoming

Unfortunately, because they are not represented, the rest of us will have to give them a hand. As we know, calls from non-constituents are not as effective but we have no choice. We have reached a crucial point and had hoped to have more of these states covered by now.

For this reason, we will start posting a list of names from these different states each day. We will be focusing primarily on senators this week. We will go in alphabetical order by state

Again, if ANYONE from these states can give us a hand, PLEASE contact Stephanie at
sbreaux1@verizon.net

We know how busy you've all been and hate to add this extra burden but, at this time, we have no choice. As you know, there is a hold on this bill in the senate and we need 60 co-sponsors to get past the hold. So every co-sponsor we can get is VERY important. We will keep the list short each day!!

Today’s List:
Jeff Sessions - Alabama
Phone: 202-224-4124
Fax: 202-224-3149

Richard Shelby - Alabama
Phone: 202-224-5744
Fax: 202-224-3416

Lisa Murkowski - Alaska
Phone: 202-224-6665
Fax: 202-224-5301

Blanche Lincoln - Arkansas
Phone: 202-224-4843
Fax: 202-228-1371

Mark Pryor - Arkansas
Phone: 202-224-2353
Fax: 202-228-0908

Joseph Biden - Delaware
Phone: 202-224-5042
Fax: 202-224-0139
Daniel Akaka - Hawaii
Phone: 202-224-6361
Fax: 202-224-2126

TEXAS TAKE ACTION
CALLING ALL TEXANS! Please make a brief, polite phone call today to your state senators and your state representatives and urge them to oppose any efforts to make horse slaughter legal in Texas.

We must get S311/HR503 passed federally to end this once and for all and to stop the transport of our horses to Mexico and Canada

Wednesday, May 23 will be the next MEDIA BLITZ DAY!!
WE ARE BARBARO’S VOICE! Make those calls and send those faxes for him and all the horses.

Thanks for all you do.
Shelley and Debra

Posted by: ShelleyA at May 21, 2007 1:20 PM

Posted by: Debra, WI at May 21, 2007 3:14 PM

FOB'S WE NEED TO GET THE FEDERAL ANTI SLAUGHTER BILL PASSED TO STOP THE SLAUGHTERING AND TRANSPORTING OF OUR HORSES!! This is the only way to put an end to this all in our Country!

Please STAY FOCUSED on the current national strategy and make THAT EXTRA CALL TO the IL Governor today -
Governor Of Illinois: Rod Blagojevich:
312 814-2121 CALL

Jane in CT,

I got the same response in both offices. I'm getting sick of the same old "I'll note your opinion" response. I informed the Gov's office of the goings on at Cavel, and urged him to speed up the bill. Same response again. Molaro's office said they were getting a lot of call's.

KEEP CALLING

Famblee:

OK: I got through the Preakness. I got through Mending Fences--I saw the whole thing. I was ill...I am getting through another Barbaro Monday.

I am being tough and resilient. But half way through the Illinois calls to the co-sponsors of HB1711, I lost it...and sequestered myself in the bathroom, sitting on the top of the john with the kleenex box, just losing it...

It is so hard. One step forward, two steps back...We try so hard. God please help your horses...All I could think of...with such clarity-- is The White Mare from the HSUS video of Mexican slaughter...God knows she's safe now....but dear God...what she suffered. My beauty...I know she will be waiting for me when I cross over one of these days. But I promised her, in my heart, that this would end...

I just can't stand it today. All the tears for all those who died for sport this weekend...all the horses on the road to slaughter even as i fumble along here, making my calls, pleading, being rational, being educated...being god-damned chatty...wishing all a great week.

Praying that the combination of these calls to NY, to the US list, to the TX list, to the Cavil co-sponsors...that somehow it will form an alchemy of hope and good for these amazing, deserving, astonishing horses people have brought into the world only to discard when they are not wanted, missed too many jumps, have health problems, or just were "disposable".

I have fought this battle for the greyhounds--there are others on this Board who have also trod that wretched path--for over 16 years...and as I have written before, I am some what "used to" (if that is possible) what happens to them. And I will get more hounds this month for adoption.

We just spent most of the weekend educating people about these loving, gentle, long-lived, soulful and silly hounds, and why they should consider putting one of their sofa. God, I love my volunteers...

But this HS. It just tears my heart. Just rips it and makes me wish I was 30 years younger so I could fight on longer...

Everyone: Please help the horses. If you do nothing else today, PLEASE CALL THE GOVERNOR OF ILLINOIS (312) 814-2121 and the co-Sponsors of SB1711 (listed above) and beg them to get the frakkin bill signed in LAW. SIGNED!!! Until then, dearest FoBs, horses will die. Horses will die....

Right about now, the world feels so evil, and the FoBs are this tender little oasis in the center of my heart, keeping me from flying apart...

Keep the Gov. of Ill. in your prayers for action. Angela: we are with you...so far away, but right in your heart, girl....

Morning (psychic) skritches to the BBH and all of his frens in Equine Heaven...so who won?!?!??!

MORNING REPOST

Good Morning Fob's

Strategy for Monday May 21

As we told you last week, we have been informed there is a hold on S311. The only way we can get it to the senate floor for a vote is to get 60 co-sponsors. That would be a majority and the bill would be released. If you think one senator doesn’t matter, you’re wrong. We need EVERY one we can get. You might explain the urgency when making your calls. There is a good chance that will make the difference to those that are undecided. ONLY ADDITIONAL CO-SPONSORS WILL MAKE THIS MOVE FORWARD!!! While you are an awesome group, WE ARE NOT ENOUGH. We must reach out to everyone we know to call and fax!! It is crucial that we get more people involved.

Following is a list of states where we do NOT have a state group. As you know, these state groups have been extremely effective in getting many co-sponsors on board.
Alabama
Alaska
Arkansas
Connecticut
Delaware
Hawaii
Idaho
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
New Hampshire
New Mexico
North Dakota
Oklahoma
Oregon
Rhode Island
South Dakota
Tennessee
Utah
Vermont
West Virginia
Wyoming

Unfortunately, because they are not represented, the rest of us will have to give them a hand. As we know, calls from non-constituents are not as effective but we have no choice. We have reached a crucial point and had hoped to have more of these states covered by now.

For this reason, we will start posting a list of names from these different states each day. We will be focusing primarily on senators this week. We will go in alphabetical order by state

Again, if ANYONE from these states can give us a hand, PLEASE contact Stephanie at
sbreaux1@verizon.net

We know how busy you've all been and hate to add this extra burden but, at this time, we have no choice. As you know, there is a hold on this bill in the senate and we need 60 co-sponsors to get past the hold. So every co-sponsor we can get is VERY important. We will keep the list short each day!!

Today’s List:
Jeff Sessions - Alabama
Phone: 202-224-4124
Fax: 202-224-3149

Richard Shelby - Alabama
Phone: 202-224-5744
Fax: 202-224-3416

Lisa Murkowski - Alaska
Phone: 202-224-6665
Fax: 202-224-5301

Blanche Lincoln - Arkansas
Phone: 202-224-4843
Fax: 202-228-1371

Mark Pryor - Arkansas
Phone: 202-224-2353
Fax: 202-228-0908

Joseph Biden - Delaware
Phone: 202-224-5042
Fax: 202-224-0139
Daniel Akaka - Hawaii
Phone: 202-224-6361
Fax: 202-224-2126

TEXAS TAKE ACTION
CALLING ALL TEXANS! Please make a brief, polite phone call today to your state senators and your state representatives and urge them to oppose any efforts to make horse slaughter legal in Texas.

We must get S311/HR503 passed federally to end this once and for all and to stop the transport of our horses to Mexico and Canada

Wednesday, May 23 will be the next MEDIA BLITZ DAY!!
WE ARE BARBARO’S VOICE! Make those calls and send those faxes for him and all the horses.

Thanks for all you do.
Shelley and Debra

Cheers,
Friar Tuck

The office of the Governor of Illinois is tallying calls about H.B. 1711.

(312) 814-4121

Please join a state calling group

The best way to end this once and for all.

The pro slaughter will use every means to keep the slaughter going.

They will find loopholes.

Horses are being slaughter at Cavel
if we stop it there they might

Rear their ugly heads in Texas,
If we stop it here they will transport
to slaughter in Mexico and Canada

The best way to end this is to get those Co Sponsors.

Please you can make a difference.

Toll Fee numbers are available.

Join a state group to end horse slaughter.

You will receive an e-mail with a list of what representative’s office to contact.

Just a few minutes a day, to make 3-4 calls, letters, post cards, or faxes.

It is as simple as saying “Please support and co sponsor HR503/S311”

JOIN A STATE GROUP TODAY

FOR OHIO, HERD®
Please contact me at elk555@aol.com or click on the link below
Email Michelle

Called the Gov's office. The woman who answered said they have no information on when the bill will be signed. They are only taking phone calls to note the sentiment.

I identified myself as "a concerned American citizen"; they didn't ask me for my location, etc.

Does the Gov. have a campaign office number available as well...may be worth calling there, too.

Angels: What Is The E-mail Address To The Govenor's Office In IL ?

Heartfelt Appreciate.

Affirmed.

##

O.K......I'm not with a box of Kleeenex...but I am SEETHING MAD and sooooooo confused!!!

I am sure I read here a few weeks ago, the Governor of Illinois saying he would sign SB 1711 into IMMEDIATE EFFECT upon it's passing....Did I DREAM THIS???

Now I am reading from an earlier post the office of the Governor is saying, "we have no idea when it will be signed, we are keeping a tally as to public sentiment"....WHAT!!!!!!

I'm sorry, but it makes me wonder if the Governor is on the SAME PAGE???? I think NOT!!!

I am SO DISCOURAGED AND OUTRAGED AND DESPAIRED...this, FOBs is something I am SO sorry to say, I "DON'T GET".....

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Update on IL,

Just spoke to Grant, the Governors Press Sec.
Here's the deal...

The Governor did not receive the paperwork yet from the general assembly's office. The general assembly's office has 30 days from passage of the bill to get the paper work to the governor. Once the governor has the paper work, the governor has 60 days. Once the Governor receives the paper work, he will MOST LIKELY sign it.

I also just spoke with the Senate Enrolling & Engossing office to find out the status on the paper work. The paper work will NOT get to the governors office until 6/16 (30 days from passage of the bill) unless the Governor calls this office for the paper work. The Governor CAN expidite the paper work.

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Dee, follow this link. It will take you to the website. At the bottom right click on contact, and it will take you there.

http://www.illinois.gov/gov/

K........very busy in the office today, but I have finished the NY calls, the National Strategy as put forth by Shelley and Debra, have pestered the Governor from Illionois and will get to Texas after lunch when things hopefully will settle here in the office.

Ro & Brady

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Jonna,

You just voiced my sentiments so clearly. I, too, have had meltdowns. It seems as though we have been at this SO LONG.

We MUST prevail, hold one another UP.

ALL,

Keep calling!

I know we have three or four fronts going on at once, so just pace yourselves and try to get it all done.

KEEP CALLING ! ! !

##

Well, after reading Debra-WI post just above, I do feel, I can't say MUCH better, but at least my faith in the Il. Gov has been re-stored....but I can't help wonder, how many horses will die between now and JUNE 16? I won't think about it....I will, in Gretchen Jackson's words, "keep marching".....

I did call the Il. Governor's Office, the woman I spoke with said, "I'll make note of it." O.K. then, you do that...(I didn't say that, I said, "Thank You Very Much.")

Twice Mrs. Jackson has given me "pearls" to focus on when times are bad....the first, "Live the Moment." and now, "Keep Marching"....

Must leave to go help an elder friend of mine...my CA Faxes are finished, the Senator faxes are finished and when I'm home again I will begin my list of "peeples" in TX....PLEASE, if you are not in a formal Call Group...at least make some random calls today....the HORSES NEED YOU!!!

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

I am so outraged. Never in my life can I remember a time I have been so angry, so emotionally tied to something.

I sent Dawn a message earlier that I was leaving work to go see my horse, I need to see him today. I stopped by home to get my proper shoes and checked the board just now.

I know we're all calling, but the key to success is getting more people to call. Let's all take this anger we all feel and channel that into creative ways to get more people involved, quickly. Let's share ideas.

Later. I am in dire need to crush my face into the neck of my beautiful dark bay boy and feel the wuffles in my ear. I will go back to work smelling like a horse with horse hair all over this light blue outfit I have on today but I could give a crap.

Please help get more people involved.

##Skyler........YOU GO FOR IT:) GO GET THAT SWEET JOE'S WONDERFUL HAIR ALLLLLLLLL OVER YOU:) GO BREATHE IN THAT "BETTER THAN CHANEL #5" PERFUME...

I'M HEADED THERE THIS AFTERNOON MYSELF....I MUST TOUCH/BREATHE/BE BREATHED UPON, MY THREE FRENS I KNOW EXACTLY HOW YOU FEEL:)

LOVE YOU, SKYLER....GIVE JOE SOME FOR ME TOO, PLEASE:)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Debra
Thanks for the insight on the Illinois situation. Given this knowledge, let us all politely request that the Governor call the Senate Enrolling & Engrossing office and ask for the paperwork. This is the only way to expedite this process.

Now back to the Senate calls. Remember....we need more co-sponsors. Don't let the emotion of Cavel prevent you from getting through the day without making your State 7 Senate calls. Then on to tackle Texas. Wish I could go hug Cloud but he's too dang far away.

Hello FOB family,

Article in today's LA times by Bill Dwyre:
"Sport of kings needs someone to take reins"

quote:"Everybody involved preaches the need to do things to help it. But just about everybody involved is an independent contractor whose first interest is in helping themselves."

He goes on to discuss the idea of a commissioner of racing.
The right person with a clear vision and autonomy to make policy above the clamor of each individual fiefdom of the racing world could truly make a difference. What do any of you think about this?

Elaine
Let's always honor Mending Fences by tempering our passions.

Just called Gov. Blagojevich, they were polite but ho-hum CALL. I've been at this a long and heartbreaking time! I have 2 friends that along with myself have rescued and re-homed 26 horses but it is the ones we couldn't save that haunts my soul, for them I cry and my anger grows but I go on. This is a fight for the horses ,against the greed and heartlessness of men. Barbaro has given us a reason we provide stubborn strength to see it done, finished, ended ...... Cindy

Angel Cal So (8) Heartfelt For All You Do. So Hope (8) That You Own The Angel Horse. And He'll Have Very Beautiful Family Ties.

Angel Lynne "Pearls" So (8) Very Beautiful.

My Love.

Affirmed.

###Marilyn 4:29 timestamp - the number you listed is for the Lt. Gov's office. I spoke with Ryan there - he gave me the correct number to call for the governor

312-814-2121

Interesting conversation. He asked why I called their number (Lt. Gov). I explained about Barbaro, TWR, and the work we are doing to honor his legacy, with stopping HS as part of that. He knew about B, was very supportive - didn't know Cavel was running, and was going to pass that along (I'm not sure what that will mean, but he sounded very sincere). So even though it was the wrong number, it worked out as another opportunity to get the word out.

Love, Light and Protection for All of The Horses

******URGENT******

WITH ENOUGH CALLS TO THESE 3 PEOPLE, THE ILLINOIS BILL COULD GET TO THE GOVERNOR'S DESK TODAY & THE KILLING WOULD STOP IMMEDIATELY

The enrolling clerk from the Illinois House told me HB 1711 is now being enrolled, which sounds like it basically means proofed. She says she could get the bill to the Governor for signature TODAY if it is fast tracked.

CALL THESE 3 PEOPLE & TELL THEM TO FAST TRACK HB 1711 & GET IT ON GOVERNOR'S DESK TODAY:

Senate Sponsor:
John Cullerton
111 State House
Springfield, IL 62706
217.782.7260
217.782.5613 - fax
kathryn@senatorcullerton.com

House Sponsor:
John Molero
Springfield Office:
245-E Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL
(217) 782-5280

House Speaker:
Michael Madigan
Springfield Office:
300 Capitol Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-5350
(217) 524-1794 FAX

New Update!!!

Burn up those Earthly phone lines....you're doing fantastic!!!!!

Angel Cal I E-mailed. So (8) Heartfelt For Your Help.

Affirmed.

Dee, Thank you. I will have my own Angel Horse.

These goverment people need to leave their desks and visit the slaughter house's and see what goes on. I am willing to bet that bill gets signed real fast.

Skyler Co-mom,
Hang in there and give your horse a hug and kiss from Aunty Renee.

HARRIETTE, please excuse me for referring to Cheyenne as your boy. Another famblee member diplomatically informed me in an earlier post today that she is indeed a lovely lady. Prayers and healing to both your precious canine family members.

DEE, I realized this morning that I visualize you as our famblee fairy god-sister, like in Cinderella. I see you as sparkling, magical,beautiful, suspended in air... your computer, words,images, and heart vibrations being your wand~~~!

BARBARO - you are loved always.

AFFIRMED,
Shirley
California

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Mary S.
Thanks for catching my typo -- sounds like you had a good, fortuitous conversation!

Equine Heaven......... much needed comfort.

THank you!

Ro & Brady

Hello FOB!
I haven't posted in a while, but thought I should bring this back to your attention. When I checked earlier, there were 860 votes against slaughter, but some of the comments left are decidely pro, so anyone who may have missed this article PLEASE read & vote....the Mayor of Kaufman even left comments....

Katy senator's bill sidesteps horse slaughter ban

You will have to register on the site to vote & leave comments, but it only takes a couple of minutes to do so...thank you!

MESSAGE FROM JOHN HOLLAND ON CAVEL SITUATION:

Crosspost from Anti Slaughter Thread:
"We have been getting contradictory information from different aides. It now appears that the bill has not gone from the legislature to the governor's desk, despite what the governor's aide was saying. This is not unusual, as normally it could take weeks for a bill to be signed, but the governor had indicated he would expedite this bill.

We now think we understand their plan. Normally they kill and process the meat on successive days. They appear to have put on an extra staff and are killing and processing in parallel to an extent we have never seen. The refrigerator trucks are pulling out as the trucks full of horses pull in. This is good news in a perverted way, because it says they are still afraid of being stuck with the meat. It is bad news in that they will kill a huge number of horses every day the governor does not sign the bill."

EVEN IF YOU ARE NOT AN ILLINOIS RESIDENT, PLEASE CALL THESE PEOPLE. CALLERS ARE NOT BEING ASKED WHERE THEY RESIDE. THEY ARE FULLY AWARE THIS IS A NATIONAL ISSUE. PLEASE CALL THEM. This is a repeat of the contact info from above + the Governor's contact info -- it wouldn't hurt to call him while you're at it.

Office of the Governor - Rod Blagojevich
207 State House
Springfield, IL 62706
Phone: 217-782-0244 or 312-814-2121
TTY: 888-261-3336

Senate Sponsor:
John Cullerton
111 State House
Springfield, IL 62706
217.782.7260
217.782.5613 - fax
kathryn@senatorcullerton.com

House Sponsor:
John Molero
Springfield Office:
245-E Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL
(217) 782-5280

House Speaker:
Michael Madigan
Springfield Office:
300 Capitol Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-5350
(217) 524-1794 FAX

I watched the coverage of this year's Preakness Stakes just so I could say that I did. I really hadn't followed racing since the 131 Preakness because I couldn't stand to see that happen all over again. Sure enough, I watched the beautiful Chelokee win the newly named Barbaro Stakes. What a bittersweet victory it must have been for the connections. Chelokee is a really nice colt with a bright future ahead of him. Then there was the Dixie....My worst fears confirmed as Mending Fences and Einstein fell on the backstretch. Thankfully Einstein wasn't injured and neither jockey was injured seriously. Poor Mending Fences was injured beyond repair, and the sight of it made me sick. When I saw the replay I knew it wasn't fixable. Poor baby RIP

FORGOT TO MENTION IN SECOND POST THAT THE MESSAGE WHEN YOU CALL MOLERO, CULLERTON & MADIGAN IS THAT YOU ARE CALLING TO URGE THEM TO FAST TRACK HB 1711 AND GET IT TO THE GOVERNOR'S DESK TODAY TO STOP THE SLAUGHTERING OF HORSES AT CAVEL. Remember, step 1 is to get it fast tracked & those are the 3 who can do it. When you call the Governor, leave the message that you want him to sign immediately when the bill reaches his desk.

I was told that if the bill were to be fast tracked, it could be on the Governonr's desk today.

ALEX, "COVER GIRL" FOR GRANDMA, RE. YOU AND HER ON THE FRONT PAGE OF THE WASHINGTON POST...

HAHAHAHA! Perfect! Hope you saw my posts on the Forum re. that is a VERY big deal to make the front page of the Washington Post,let alone a picture of the 2 of you above the fold. I am completely awe-struck,being a newspaper,political junkie. What you have accomplished with this website for the welfare of horses in all ways is so inspiring.

This just in from Texas Horse Talk magazine:

The United States Supreme Court has refused to hear an appeal of the Fifth Circuit ruling reinstating the Texas anti-slaughter law. The
two Texas facilities are permanently closed barring passage of a bill in the closing days of the legislature again legalizing slaughter for
human consumption in the Lone Star State.

FOBs PUT FIRE OUT THIS MORNING IN TEXAS:

Am crossposting from Anti Slaughter threads message from John Holland & paragraph from Texas Talk Magazine:

"Randy Turner of THLN has just asked our groups to quit calling as it appears the Calendar committee is not going to schedule S.911! We knew that the
committee met until 1AM this morning and did not schedule it and a lot of people have been asking me if this means we can back off. That was Randy's call in my opinion and he has made it.

You folks did an absolutely amazing job! If they should find another way to surprise us I will let you know. Here is an update on the various bills:

S.911 (sponsored by Sen. Estes) is NOT on the House Calendar list (issued today) for tomorrow�so it is stuck in Calenders.

There is a �2nd (House) Reading on Senate bills & nobody wants Hegar�s amendment. HB 2543 (Colkhort) is stuck in Governmental Organizations
Committee.

Wooley�s Animal Cruelty HB2328 is placed on the Senate Local & Uncontested Calendar & will be heard Wednesday.

John"

"This just in from Texas Horse Talk magazine:

The United States Supreme Court has refused to hear an appeal of the Fifth Circuit ruling reinstating the Texas anti-slaughter law. The
two Texas facilities are permanently closed barring passage of a bill in the closing days of the legislature again legalizing slaughter for
human consumption in the Lone Star State."

Thanks to Socorro for posting the request for calls earlier.

NOW WE HAVE TO PUT OUT THE FIRE IN ILLINOIS THIS AFTERNOON.

Stephanie,

I live in Delaware, tell me what I need to do to help, I will start a group here.

Joan Dillon
jmdillon@fhhlc.com

Does anyone know what the outcome of the recount was for the Mayor of Kaufman TX?

Thank goodness for some good news today! Please keep us posted on Texas

Linda H,

Paula Bacon lost by 1 vote, even after the recount. Sad news. No word on her opponent's position on slaughter that I'm aware of.

My heart broke when I read about Mending Fences. RIP sweet Angel.

Why are they still running the Preakness on dirt, not to mention dirt mixed with rain water? Could this tragedy have been averted if one of the synthetic surfaces had been installed before the Preakness races? It seems both the Derby and the Preakness needs the new, safer surfaces installed. Alex, any thoughts?

Thank you Alex, and for all you do for us.

I'm very grateful Chelokee won the Barbaro Stakes race. It was so moving to see Michael Matz win. He is truly a wonderful human being.

##### Dee

You hit it right on the nose. Karma is a really strong thing...... I feel for those that do wrong to our animals.... But what can one do but either get upset or just ignore. It is really hard to take.....

#SusanE shoot me an email K?

Love to Barbaro and Mending Fences.......

Hi all,

Does anyone know how to get in touch with Daryl Smoliak? If you could email me any info to ocorrine@aol.com I would appreciate it.

Thanks!!!

If anyone thinks they're having a bad day...
check out Joe at TB Friends

A good sense of humor is necessary in his business!

Joan
Thank you so much for stepping up to be the Delaware state leader! I have emailed Steph about your post. You are a great example to the board today!

Incredibly, there are still 29 states without leaders. And I know that we have people from many of these states on the board.

You all can see how volatile and fast moving the slaughter struggle is now, but the bedrock work we need to do is within the states. If you are from one of the unrepresented states, we all need you (and the horses need you) to step up to a leadership position.

Even if it seems beyond you, even if you do not consider yourself a leader type, Steph will train you and your commitment to this issue will elevate you to the task. Don't worry about ANY of it. Just step up! Contact Steph at sbreaux1@verizon.net right now, to be a leader of any one of the following states:

Alabama
Alaska
Arkansas
Connecticut
[Delaware -- Thank you, Joan Dillon!]
Hawaii
Idaho
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
New Hampshire
New Mexico
North Dakota
Oklahoma
Oregon
Rhode Island
South Dakota
Tennessee
Utah
Vermont
West Virginia
Wyoming

Let's see how many of these we can get covered by the end of today!

####

Corrine,

Email me, and I'll get it to him. That way I don't have to post his email. Thanks.

barb_az53@yahoo.com

Missing you Barbaro, loving you Barbaro.

Congratulations to Chelokee and Michael Matz.
Curlin you ran a magnificent race.

Sincere condolenses to Mending Fenses's family, may he rest in peace.

So very proud of all the good work done by Barbaro's Nation.

Horrified to hear of current horse slaughter (it makes me sick just to write those words) God bless these beautiful innocent's.

Illinois is getting a lot of calls to fast track HB 1711, or so we were just informed. They don't need your name, just your state. Please call.
Thanks.
Cheers,
Friar Tuck

Hay Famblee..
this is a fly-by post. On my way to Los Angeles, had to stop in...

Accidently called Lt. Gov's office by mistake, was given the correct number by a kind lady who was absolutely clueless about HS. Hard to believe, but she seemed genuine. Got a canned response from the Gov's office, one of those "thanks, your input will be considered" responses...keep calling, Famblee PLEASE!

Next call was to Senator Obama's office. The response, and I think the gentleman's name is Jason, was "WHAAAATTTTTTTT?????????????!!!!" when I informed him that Cavel had cranked up operations today. He said "I'm calling the Senator right NOW" I was so touched I could hardly get the "thank you" out.

Please, God This has to stop

Will check in when I've landed

Love to all

This is for everyone:

Incredibly, there are still 29 states without leaders. And I know that we have people from many of these states on the board.

You all can see how volatile and fast moving the slaughter struggle is now, but the bedrock work we need to do is within the states. If you are from one of the unrepresented states, we all need you (and the horses need you) to step up to a leadership position.

Even if it seems beyond you, even if you do not consider yourself a leader type, Steph will train you and your commitment to this issue will elevate you to the task. Don't worry about ANY of it. Just step up! Contact Steph at sbreaux1@verizon.net right now, to be a leader of any one of the following states:

Alabama
Alaska
Arkansas
Connecticut
[Delaware -- Thank you, Joan Dillon!]
Hawaii
Idaho
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
New Hampshire
New Mexico
North Dakota
Oklahoma
Oregon
Rhode Island
South Dakota
Tennessee
Utah
Vermont
West Virginia
Wyoming

Let's see how many of these we can get covered by the end of today!

Posted by: Marilyn/CA at May 21, 2007 6:56 PM

[Linda H,

Paula Bacon lost by 1 vote, even after the recount. Sad news. No word on her opponent's position on slaughter that I'm aware of.

Posted by: Cal at May 21, 2007 6:36 PM]

This is SO sad! She has been so wonderful and helpful in getting slaughter out of Texas. SAD. SAD. SAD.

This is welcome news, but not surprising in the least, as the Fifth Circuit had it all exactly correct:

"This just in from Texas Horse Talk magazine:

The United States Supreme Court has refused to hear an appeal of the Fifth Circuit ruling reinstating the Texas anti-slaughter law. The
two Texas facilities are permanently closed barring passage of a bill in the closing days of the legislature again legalizing slaughter for
human consumption in the Lone Star State.

Posted by: MJ at May 21, 2007 6:27 PM"

Clearly the next step will be more attempts to pass Texas legislation legalizing horse slaughter. The best thing we can do to counter this tactic is to get the federal ban through this session of Congress!

MESSAGE FROM JOHN HOLLAND ON CAVEL SITUATION:

Crosspost from Anti Slaughter Thread:
"We have been getting contradictory information from different aides. It now appears that the bill has not gone from the legislature to the governor's desk, despite what the governor's aide was saying. This is not unusual, as normally it could take weeks for a bill to be signed, but the governor had indicated he would expedite this bill.

We now think we understand their plan. Normally they kill and process the meat on successive days. They appear to have put on an extra staff and are killing and processing in parallel to an extent we have never seen. The refrigerator trucks are pulling out as the trucks full of horses pull in. This is good news in a perverted way, because it says they are still afraid of being stuck with the meat. It is bad news in that they will kill a huge number of horses every day the governor does not sign the bill."

EVEN IF YOU ARE NOT AN ILLINOIS RESIDENT, PLEASE CALL THESE PEOPLE. CALLERS ARE NOT BEING ASKED WHERE THEY RESIDE. THEY ARE FULLY AWARE THIS IS A NATIONAL ISSUE. PLEASE CALL THEM. This is a repeat of the contact info from above + the Governor's contact info -- it wouldn't hurt to call him while you're at it.

Office of the Governor - Rod Blagojevich
207 State House
Springfield, IL 62706
Phone: 217-782-0244 or 312-814-2121
TTY: 888-261-3336

Senate Sponsor:
John Cullerton
111 State House
Springfield, IL 62706
217.782.7260
217.782.5613 - fax
kathryn@senatorcullerton.com

House Sponsor:
John Molero
Springfield Office:
245-E Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL
(217) 782-5280

House Speaker:
Michael Madigan
Springfield Office:
300 Capitol Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-5350
(217) 524-1794 FAX

Posted by: Nancy Lewis at May 21, 2007 6:04 PM

Yeah, Supreme Court!!

Dallas Crown and Beltex - get the heck out of Texas!! We don't want you!!

FANTASTIC NEWS
Out of Texas. The FOBs rise to the ocassion once again. Another WIN for the good guys. We MUST keep pressing on with the task at hand to gain more co-sponsors and get this thing over once and for all.
JOB WELL DONE FOBs.

## Karen in Vegas:

Very,very sad about Mending Fences. His race was on turf(grass) Much more unusual for a horse to break down on turf.

Ca. has made it mandatory for all racetracks to have the synthetic surfaces, hopefully because of Barbaro this will happen AT ALL RACETRACKS!

The Forum has alot of info re. the subject if you are interested in learning more.

Update on IL,

Just spoke to Grant, the Governors Press Sec.
Here's the deal...

The Governor did not receive the paperwork yet from the general assembly's office. The general assembly's office has 30 days from passage of the bill to get the paper work to the governor. Once the governor has the paper work, the governor has 60 days. Once the Governor receives the paper work, he will MOST LIKELY sign it.

I also just spoke with the Senate Enrolling & Engossing office to find out the status on the paper work. The paper work will NOT get to the governors office until 6/16 (30 days from passage of the bill) unless the Governor calls this office for the paper work. The Governor CAN expidite the paper work.

Posted by: Debra, WI at May 21, 2007 4:51 PM

[Linda H,

Paula Bacon lost by 1 vote, even after the recount. Sad news. No word on her opponent's position on slaughter that I'm aware of.

Posted by: Cal at May 21, 2007 6:36 PM]

This is SO sad! She has been so wonderful and helpful in getting slaughter out of Texas. SAD. SAD. SAD.

Posted by: Barb AZ, Chunky and Punky at May 21, 2007 6:59 PM

================================
And they're NOT doing a runoff election? Geez, we are doing one for city council that had a 1% margin!

I Love You So (8) Angel Shirley. You Are In My Heart. So (8) Very Beautiful Your Thoughts Of Me.

You Touch My Heart.

My Love.

Affirmed.

Ignore the last post - I think I know why we are having a runoff election and it isn't the 1% I said above.

NEVER MIND

I am so sorry that she lost - she was a genuine winner in my book

I wish I lived near all the s houses. I would start protests to close them. Go ahead arrest me, it would be worth it, I was doing something I believe in. I am not a happy camper today.

I called John Cullerton's office and left my message with the aide who was very pleasant. When I called John Cullerton's office, the lady that answered sounded really annoyed saying she has received alot of calls today, and that HB1711 has already been handed off and is on it's way to the governor right now. I don't think she is doing well with the influx of calls she is and will be receiving today. I immediately called the Governor's office and left my message that the slaughtering of our horses at Cavel has to stop! The gal was nice in the governor's office. So, at this point in time, 11:20 a.m. Pacific time, the word is to call the Governor:

Governor Rod Blagojevich
217-782-0244 or 312-814-2121
TTY: 888-261-3336

Let's go FOB's!! Let's save those horses!

I Love You (8) Angel Nina. I Feel For All The Angels Hearts. I Love The Angels Here And The Angel Horses.

I Believe That God Is Aware Of What's Happening To His Babies. One Day Those People Will Have To Face The Great Spirit. To Answer His Questions.

The Angels All Around.

The Angel Horses All Around.

Affirmed.

Hi Famblee-

I haven't posted for a long time as the emotional roller coaster has been a tough thing for me to get thru': the Derby, the Preakness and all the memories asscoiated with this time of year... now more euthanized horses at the tracks. And CAVEL up and killing again. It seems for every step forward we Fsob make, there are so many steps back as well.

I read the posts daily and receive such inspiration from so many of our wonderful people here. I don't like the word "lurking" as it connotes a sinister meaning, so I've just been one of the silent ones, doing my part and thanking God for this site; thanking each of you for your powerful words; and Alex and Tim for this haven for all of us.

I, too, just called BOTH offices listed above and got right thru'- yes, they'll "make a note of it"- my pleading that the governor sign this urgent and important Bill.

Barbaro- on yet another Monday without you here on earth, please send your uncompromising strength to all your famblee. We are commited to carrying on for you, beautiful boy.

KEEP CALLING! My best to all.

If anyone needs:

Illinois Office of the Governor - Rod Blagojevich
FAX: (217)524-4049.

##Nancy Jean in Huntington Beach,

Thank you for letting me know about the grass surface. I did not see Mending Fences breakdown (thank God) so I didn't know about the turf. I appreciate knowing about the information on the forum. I'm so grateful that all racetracks in CA. will have to install synthetic surfaces. It only makes sense that all racetracks should switch to synthetic surfaces, especially the Kentucy Derby and the Preakness tracks!

##Elaine, thanks for the heads up on LA Times article. I have it delivered everyday,had read the sports section this morning on my Angels whupping the Dodgers 3 in a row,sweep! Glad you posted on a story I might have missed re. racing.

Just went and read the Bill Dwyre story, I think he makes some great points. His suggestion that a racing commissioner could have talked the 3 owners of Street Sense,Hard Spun and Curlin to all go to Belmont to keep up racefans interests in who would win even though there is no chance for a Triple Crown sounds like a no-brainer.

Im tired of horses racing for 2 years,then off they go to make big bucks with their stud fees.

##

O.K. Famblee.....I have faxed CA Reps...I have Faxed the people at the Senate Level....I have faxed every person on the TX list printed here today....I called the Governor of Ill...I called the three on list of Ill...the second person I spoke with said she had been receiving "a LOT of calls today" wanted to know "WHO ARE YOU WITH" did you receive a letter or a call asking you to do this? I told her we are an on-line group, we are Fans of Barbaro and WE ARE TRYING TO HELP THE HORSES....Cavel is operating 24 hours a day and this must STOP....she told me my best bet would be to call the Governor's office...I told her I had already done that. She said, "so you are Fans of Barbaro?" "Yes", I said, "Yes we are and we are trying to help the horses"!

I was laughing to myself as trying to get through to the three people from Illinois...we were supposed to call, the circuits were BUSY:) !!!

Mrs. Jackson....If you are reading today....

WE ARE MARCHING:)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Marilyn CA and Debra WI, The information the Governor's press secretary provided is correct re: the way bills are normally processed. However, th Office of the deputy Chief of Staff -- Legislative Affairs for the Governor of Illinois informed me about the availability of fast tracking and that this is a process which allows bills passed by the legislature to be signed virtually immediately. The people who decide whether to fast track the bill in this case would be the sponsors, Representative Molero and Senator Cullerton, and Speaker of the House Madigan. The way to get them to fast track the bill and get it to the Governor's desk for signature is for everyone to flood the phone lines of these 3 legislators now. The Illinois House Enrolling Clerk assured me that, if she got the word that the bill was to be fast tracked today, she would be able to get it to the Governor's desk TODAY.

Angela Vallianos reports 3 truckloads of horses were slaughtered this morning, the crews are taking a lunch break before starting up again.
Many FOBs including me are aghast and furious about this horrendous situation and want it to end TODAY. Please do not think this is inconsistent with the federal initiative because it is not. I will be following your excellent call list for the day. However, I am working very hard on this at the moment and believe many others are choosing to work on both initiatives today as well. This does not replace the federal initiative -- only the federal ban will take care of horse slaughter once and for all. But horses are being slaughtered in Illinois TODAY and, in addition to making calls to the Senators, FOBs have the opportunity to shut down Cavel TODAY, if they choose to make the 3 calls.

###CALLED THE GOV. OFFICE...LADY SOUNDED VERY ANNOYED...OH WELL....WE ARE ALL UPSET...THIS HAS TO STOP NOW....

I cannot imagine the horses being slaughtered, and they speeding up the process makes you wonder if it is even worse because of their so-called production. LET US MARCH!!!!!

"I Believe That God Is Aware Of What's Happening To His Babies. One Day Those People Will Have To Face The Great Spirit. To Answer His Questions."

###
Dee, First let me tell you that I repect all of your writings, But this time I'm afraid I have to disagree. I believe those that are killing the babies are heading in a different direction when their time comes. Going to a place the dark ones deserve. Sorry it sounds so harsh. Greed is evil.

I just spoke to an aide in the Governor's office. The bill IS on his desk. The aide said "the bill is on his desk to sign, reject/veto or amend". I said it was my understanding once he got the bill, he would quickly sign it into law. I explained about the unprecedented rate of killing occuring at Cavel, and asked him why in the world he had not signed yet. He said he "didn't know why - he has not issued a statement". He said all he could do is pass along my comment about the trucks. I did not hang up with a good feeling at all.

Love, Light and Protection for All of The Horses

Nancy Lewis
Thanks -- I have been calling everyone in Illinois, at every level, including the co-sponsors. I just think Debra's point -- that the governor has powers of his own to expedite the bill -- is very interesting. It's useful to know this, when we speak to an aide (as I did this morning) who says that the governor himself has no control over the timing, and that the entire process is in the hands of the legislature.

LATEST UPDATE FROM GAIL VACCA -- OPPPOSITE OF WHAT I WAS TOLD, BUT I'M FOLLOWING GAIL:

Rep Molaro's office just called me and asked that we put out the word to folks that they need to STOP calling both his and Senator Cullerton's offices.

There is nothing further that either Molaro or Cullerton can do to expedite the bill being signed. Please do not make any more calls regarding this bill.

Let us must not make our supporters sorry for the good work that they have done to champion this bill. We may need our sponsors to work for us again in the future, and driving them nuts with calls will NOT help us to stay in their good graces.

This is on the forum:

Dear FOB's,

Rep Molaro's office just called me and asked that we put out the word to folks that they need to STOP calling both his and Senator Cullerton's offices.

There is nothing further that either Molaro or Cullerton can do to expedite the bill being signed. Please do not make any more calls regarding this bill.

Let us must not make our supporters sorry for the good work that they have done to champion this bill. We may need our sponsors to work for us again in the future, and driving them nuts with calls will NOT help us to stay in their good graces.

Thanks everyone!!

http://forums.delphiforums.com/timwoolley/messages?msg=9755.1

##Renee you can't get arrested for protesting LOL.......... Go 4 it......

Cheers

Marilyn CA -- Thanks for your message. Guess you saw Gail's message, so I guess we stop Illinois now & get back to federal list?

###
Dee, I hope I didn't offend you. I'm aggrevated today.

##

HELP.....Does anyone have Obama's Fax # handy?

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

###

Thanks Nina. Good info to have.

### Cal.... The maps are already drawn out for people like that. Their fate is already known.

I agree with you IF they don't change..... :-)

Love to Barbaro......... and Mending Fences....

I am told, by an aide to the governor, that this website is frequently updated. She says that, from viewing it, she infers that the bill is not yet on the governor's desk. There would be a line entry at the bottom of the page if the bill had arrived.

Status of H.B 1711

### U are Welcome.......

Caaaaaaaaaaaaalm down... It has been a very bad week... Just shows how much some people love animals..... ;-)

Barbaro and Mending Fences...... Free at last...

Incredibly, there are still 29 states without leaders. And I know that we have people from many of these states on the board.

You all can see how volatile and fast moving the slaughter struggle is now, but the bedrock work we need to do is within the states. If you are from one of the unrepresented states, we all need you (and the horses need you) to step up to a leadership position.

Even if it seems beyond you, even if you do not consider yourself a leader type, Steph will train you and your commitment to this issue will elevate you to the task. Don't worry about ANY of it. Just step up! Contact Steph at sbreaux1@verizon.net right now, to be a leader of any one of the following states:

Alabama
Alaska
Arkansas
Connecticut
[Delaware -- Thank you, Joan Dillon!]
Hawaii
Idaho
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
New Hampshire
New Mexico
North Dakota
Oklahoma
Oregon
Rhode Island
South Dakota
Tennessee
Utah
Vermont
West Virginia
Wyoming

Let's see how many of these we can get covered by the end of today!

Posted by: Marilyn/CA at May 21, 2007 6:56 PM

EVERYONE!!!!!!

Just found out that Shelley A's Ironclad Alibi is racing this afternoon. Race 10 Philadelphia Park.

Run fast and come home safe Alibi!

Ro & Brady

I would like to offer this prayer for today. We are so upset over Cavel and Texas and Mending Fences and another Monday without Barbaro. I personally am so upset over my chldren and I know many more of you have sick ones as well..Let us all take a deep breath and read this...

O Christ Jesus,
when all is darkness
and we feel our weakness and helplessness,
give us the sense of Your presence,
Your love, and Your strength.
Help us to have perfect trust
in Your protecting love
and strengthening power,
so that nothing may frighten or worry us,
for, living close to You,
we shall see Your hand,
Your purpose, Your will through all things.

St. Ignatius of Loyola

####
Harriette, thank you for the prayer. This has been a very hard day on all of us.

Thank you Harriette.

Elsa

Renee

Wrong info - people most certainly DO get arrested for protesting.....happens all the time!!!

And unless you are a big name celebrity, no one will pay attention to the arrest.......so not even any good publicity comes out of it.

When Darryl Hannah gets arrested, people hear about it, but Renee, as much as we luv ya, Darryl Hannah you ain't!!! So don't get yourself arrested. :( Okay???

G.

####### Harriett.... More Kleenx please..

### Cheryl... Barbaro Butters is better.

### Cal did you get the invite??

### aaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhh geeeeeeeeeeesh Dee.......... Luv you too......

### Verna... Your email made no sense... :-(

#### BARBARO we all love you......

####### Mending Fences.... We need our hearts mended... Think you can talk to the big wig up there and see what he has to say about this??

AFTERNOON REPOST

Good Morning Fob's

Strategy for Monday May 21

As we told you last week, we have been informed there is a hold on S311. The only way we can get it to the senate floor for a vote is to get 60 co-sponsors. That would be a majority and the bill would be released. If you think one senator doesn’t matter, you’re wrong. We need EVERY one we can get. You might explain the urgency when making your calls. There is a good chance that will make the difference to those that are undecided. ONLY ADDITIONAL CO-SPONSORS WILL MAKE THIS MOVE FORWARD!!! While you are an awesome group, WE ARE NOT ENOUGH. We must reach out to everyone we know to call and fax!! It is crucial that we get more people involved.

Following is a list of states where we do NOT have a state group. As you know, these state groups have been extremely effective in getting many co-sponsors on board.
Alabama
Alaska
Arkansas
Connecticut
Delaware
Hawaii
Idaho
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
New Hampshire
New Mexico
North Dakota
Oklahoma
Oregon
Rhode Island
South Dakota
Tennessee
Utah
Vermont
West Virginia
Wyoming

Unfortunately, because they are not represented, the rest of us will have to give them a hand. As we know, calls from non-constituents are not as effective but we have no choice. We have reached a crucial point and had hoped to have more of these states covered by now.

For this reason, we will start posting a list of names from these different states each day. We will be focusing primarily on senators this week. We will go in alphabetical order by state

Again, if ANYONE from these states can give us a hand, PLEASE contact Stephanie at
sbreaux1@verizon.net

We know how busy you've all been and hate to add this extra burden but, at this time, we have no choice. As you know, there is a hold on this bill in the senate and we need 60 co-sponsors to get past the hold. So every co-sponsor we can get is VERY important. We will keep the list short each day!!

Today’s List:
Jeff Sessions - Alabama
Phone: 202-224-4124
Fax: 202-224-3149

Richard Shelby - Alabama
Phone: 202-224-5744
Fax: 202-224-3416

Lisa Murkowski - Alaska
Phone: 202-224-6665
Fax: 202-224-5301

Blanche Lincoln - Arkansas
Phone: 202-224-4843
Fax: 202-228-1371

Mark Pryor - Arkansas
Phone: 202-224-2353
Fax: 202-228-0908

Joseph Biden - Delaware
Phone: 202-224-5042
Fax: 202-224-0139
Daniel Akaka - Hawaii
Phone: 202-224-6361
Fax: 202-224-2126

TEXAS TAKE ACTION
CALLING ALL TEXANS! Please make a brief, polite phone call today to your state senators and your state representatives and urge them to oppose any efforts to make horse slaughter legal in Texas.

We must get S311/HR503 passed federally to end this once and for all and to stop the transport of our horses to Mexico and Canada

Wednesday, May 23 will be the next MEDIA BLITZ DAY!!
WE ARE BARBARO’S VOICE! Make those calls and send those faxes for him and all the horses.

Thanks for all you do.
Shelley and Debra

Posted by: ShelleyA at May 21, 2007 1:20 PM

YES! ALIBI IS RACING TODAY!!
GO ALIBI!!
Good Luck Shelley!!

#### Why are all of these people with signs protesting around here not in jail... I don't understand....... Maybe you can help me out here..... :-)

Barbaro Barbaro Barbaro........

###
Harriette, Thanks for the prayer. Send another prayer. I'm still aggrevated. Now I don't even know who to call.

Glenda,
ROFLMAO. It is only a thought, plus I need everyone here so I won't be alone. I'm afraid of the dark. LOL

Goooooooooooooooo Alibi, run fast come home safe!

Good Luck Shelly!

Nina - Cripes, I hope you don't have people surrounding you with protest signs.....LOL!!! Come on, you know I did not mean that EVERYONE who protests gets arrested. But there are laws, and if someone, even unknowingly, breaks one of them, then, yes they most certainly can be arrested. We don't want Renee behind |||||||'s, right?

BTW, hope you are doing okay after this past weekend - it was a rough one, again.
G.

###Marilyn and all - regarding Illinois. I copied this from a post on the forum. It seems to confirm what the aide I spoke with told me.

I spoke to the secretary at Senator Molero's office and she said she has had over a1000 calls and ther is nothing more the Senator can do. She said to call the Govenors office. It is on his desk for him to sign. We need to keep these people in our corner. She also said the calls were coming from some online group calling themselves friends of Barbaro. She was considering putting the phone on voice mail! She asked me to inform everyone there is nothing the Senator can do. So I guess we need to focus on the Govenors office, who's aide told me the bill was on his desk this morining, after I asked.

Dixie

The Governor's number is 312-814-2121

Love, Light and Protection for All of The Horses

####
Please send a crate of Kleenex...Equine Heaven...so beautiful!!!
Gallant Secret and Barbaro...soulmates for eternity!!!

####
Please send a crate of Kleenex...Equine Heaven...so beautiful!!!
Gallant Secret and Barbaro...soulmates for eternity!!!

jonna,
If you are here, I got my bracelet from Habitat for Horses. It was tough seeing the information and the horse head. Mine was a Bay Quarter Horse gelding. The Bay made me cry.

MISTY'S BIRTH POOL

THIS MAY BE YOUR LAST CHANCE to make a $5. wager on Misty's date/time of foaling (to benefit the horse rescue of the winner's choice)...BECAUSE when the PH level of the expectant mama's milk tests at 7 or below, foaling usually occurs within 24 hours....and MISTY'S MILK JUST TESTED AT A PH LEVEL OF 6.8!

GO MISTY!

Renee,

Mine is a bay, too.....

G.

WHAT IS THE GOVERNOR OF IL WAITING FOR??? We were "informed" that he would sign the bill as soon as it hit his desk...or is there just too much information out there right now, and we aren't sure what the real story is???

Boy, am I glad I have unlimited long-distance service!!!

Nancy

I saw the photos of Barbaro's new full brother - what a cutie - He is ALL legs. Also, Nicanor is quite beautiful. With Nicanor to be running in 2008, maybe A Triple Crown Winner??? What a thrill that would be for Barbaro.

###
Glenda,
It gave me a strange feeling,I sent Habitat a thank you for the bracelet and all they do.

Hello everyone,

It's been a tough day for us. Allow me to just relay a story to you in the hopes it helps.

This morning started out rough. Afleet Alex, my wayward Siamese boy (named after Afleet Alex) woke me up by the sounds of his getting sick on my bed. He has only "expelled" two other times in his life. When he got his first hairball (he became a little man that day) and then the night his kitty sister came home from surgery, he was worried about her. Today, it was a small piece of tin foil. God only knows what he got into, we're always so careful. Anyway he's fine now and wanting to eat, play. I feel grateful that whatever he consumed, it apparently has left his cute little brown and cream body. That made me feel better.

Then, I went to see my horse. I stopped at the store and got him some carrots and something for myself. I sat on the ground of his paddock, in my good work clothes, chomping on my lunch and sharing carrots with him. He passed the time by putting my shoes in his mouth, licking my sleeve, eating carrots, feeling the wind in his mane.

As I sat there, I became aware of some persistent chirping. I noticed then two adult cardinals trying to teach their baby how to fly. The baby was alternately in the grass, and then on a fence post, falling back on the grass and with mother and dad's prodding, got up on the fence post again. My horse even noticed it as they were pretty close to us. Then, over the pasture, across another fence, was a deer watching us. Her gaze was so intent on us, and she never moved, just kept watching, as if she was saying something to us, with a quiet strength.

I took this as a sign of the struggle we are in right now. Sometimes we're the cardinal baby, trying so hard to fly, to make a difference, to move on to other things, better things. Sometimes, we're the cardinal parents, gently encouraging each other to continue on, even though it seems so difficult.

And the deer, perhaps she was sent to be there right at that moment, to give encouragement that she too lives with odds that are great, yet she takes time to stop and observe a gentle scene, to regroup before she must go on with her tasks, whatever they may be. Her gaze seemed to say "go on now, that you've relaxed, go and continue to do all you can to help my friends, the horses. (I say friends as the deer regularly hang out at dusk at the farm....but never during the day. That was what was so unusual).

So, that's my cardinal/deer/spending time with my horse after a rough start morning story.

Time to get back to the real world, take are everyone. And, continue to call.

Skyler,
That was beautiful!

###
Skyler, That was great. I'm a little calmer now.

ATTN FOBs+++++++

***Pure Thoughts Needs Our Help***

Sugarcreek Feedlot of Horses is due to reach the slaughterhouse at Cavel this Friday. We need to help Jen at Pure Thoughts raise $3,600.00 in order to save at least 7 of those horses.

PLEASE HELP HORSES AND NEED!

PURE THOUGHTS, YOU WILL ALL RECALL, RESCUED OUR BELOVED FITCH. SO FOBs, in the Spirit of Fitch and the Wonderhorse himself, let's chip in...$10, $15, or whatever you can give to stop these Sugarcreek Feedlot horses from impending slaughter at Cavel.

BELIEVE IN BARBARO!!

**************************************************
P.S. Donations are accepted through Paypal or at PureThoughtsRescue.....Attn: Jen

#####
Harriette

Thank you for that most appropriate prayer.

Thinking of you and Noah and Cheyenne and sending positive thoughts for continued healing for Cheyenne and hope for a good prognosis for Noah.

########
To all - I asked this past weekend and got no response, but do any of you know where Debbie L.A. is??? I hope I have her name right - I remember the L.A. because she is NOT from Los Angeles, but from Alabama I believe.
G.

Nancy in CT
Conflicting reports from aides, still, as to whether the governor has the bill.

*** Thank you , Skyler...!!!!!!!!!

Glenda, thank you..I too have been wondering where
Debbie L.A. is?? anyone know.???.She's the expert blue linker!!

I hope the weekend wasn't too much for her. :(

###
GLENDA & RENEE - I just emailed Debbie L.A. to see if she's ok...after all, since she taught me to "blue link" it's the least I could do!

I'll post if I get any reply...

Nancy

Thank you Harriette and Skyler- calm and peace are being restored in the cooling, fresh breeze of your words.

Enliven, enrich and empower us Barbaro!

##

Hi Skyler:) What a beautiful lunchtime you had:)

Thanks for sharing it with us....I'm just gonna keep marching, one foot in front of the other, and try to keep a smile on my face or at least somewhere in my heart as hard as I can!

Did you give that Joe Horsey some lovings for us Auntys??? I hope you did:)

Love You Skyler:)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Can you guys even imagine it? Curlin, Rags to Riches, and Sightseeing in the Belmont. WOW, who would I root for? I think I will have to stick with my caramel colored beauty. If Curlin wins I will be as happy as when I watched another super-chestnut win the Belmont. I bet right now-in Heaven- Barbaro and Easy Goer are arguing over who was better. All while Marilyn Monroe feeds them carrots. Oh to be a horse! LOL.

########
Thank you, Nancy for checking up on Debbie.

Skyler - thanks for taking us along for lunch. I could feel myself relaxing as I read your post. But how ya gonna explain those grass stains on your behind back at the office????

But, seriously, thank you.
G.

ALIBI CAME IN 3RD!!!!!!!1

Ro & Brady

Go, Alibi! Fantastic!

CONGRATULATIONS TO SHELLEY A'S IRONCLAD ALIBI, who finished 3rd in his race at Philly Park!!!

###

Jonna- Where did you go? You have e-mail waiting....please go and read:)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Glenda and Harriette,

Here is a post I found from Debbie L.A. on the 12th at 1:25 a.m. I also searched thru today and her last post was at 2:02 a.m. on May 12th. Eight days makes it the 20th so we should hear something soon.

Going out of town for 8 days, hope to take my laptop, so I can check in from time to time.
Will miss all of you!

Horse Hands Across America and the World!
Keep the Faith!
God spoke "Horse" and it was amazing!
I Get It!

ALIBI FINISHES THIRD IN AN IMPRESSIVE RUN....NECK AND NECK UNTIL THE FINAL YRDS...WOWIE
...ALIBI LOOKED STRONG FROM THE START GOING OUT TO SHARE THE LEAD WITH THE EIGHT HORSE...ALL THE WAY AROUND THE TRACK IT WAS HEAD TO HEAD RACING FOR THE LEAD...
THE SEVEN HORSE MADE A LATE CHARGE IN THE HOME STRETCH TO WIN IN A PHOTO WITH THE EIGHT HORSE...ALIBI GOT VERY RESPECTABLE THIRD...

CONGRATS SHELLEY! ALIBI LOOKED SO IMPRESSIVE!

#### Glenda.... I know that. I doubt that Renee would protest by herself for one thing LOL and for another I don't know about your cities but there are alot of people all over the place around here off and on that protest on all sorts of issues... Boing just went through that for weeks.....

To answer your question NO I am not OK.... This weekend and a few days prior clipped it for me. I lost it......... Thanks for caring..... :-)

Love to Barbaro and Mending Fences.......

Lynn -

BARACK OBAMA FAX NUMBER: (202) 228-4260

Thank you Nancy!!!

Yippppppppppppppe Alibi, You done good Horsie!!!!

####

Nina,
Just think Michael and Chelokee won the very first Barbaro Stakes. Smile it is bittersweet and at the same time it is oh sooooooooooo very,very sweet! Barbaro gave us something to smile about.

##

Thank You Pam:)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Dear Skyler,

Your "cardinal/deer/spending time with my horse" was wonderful. Thanks, we needed that. Let's all take it one breath at a time.

###
Skyler
What a lovely lunch break you had with Joe. There's something about being with them that can be so soothing.

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALIBI AND SHELLEY!!!

### Yeah that was the only thing that went right that day..... :-(

Love to Barbaro and Mending Fences.........

######
Linda Lee - thank you. Cripes, I never even thought to go back looking for a post that might explain it, LOL, now I know I SHOULD be in bed resting from this miserable migraine....just came downstairs to check email and posts, but, as usual, I got "stuck" here....

Then after reading about Skyler's cardinals I went to the kitchen window to watch the momma and poppa birds feeding the so very insistent babies in the birdhouse on our back porch.......and got stuck there!

Miss Kitty would have loved all the activity from her little upholstered foot stool on the kitchen counter....it's still there even tho' JunJun doesn't use it. Bob wants it to stay.

Nina - I'm sorry you are feeling so bad. Be gentle with yourself today.

Now, to bed, to rest, to banish foul headache.

Take care of yourselves and each other. Barbaro said so.

G.

CHELOKEE and CURLIN in the BELMONT..I'm going for that one...MAY BE A CLASSIC

Mike C. It is so nice to see you stranger. Welcome back!! Hard Spun and Chelokee. ;) woo hoo

###
MIKE C - I really would have wanted Hard Spun to win the Belmont so that each of the "big three" would win one Triple Crown race...HOWEVER, if Chelokee goes, my heart goes with him! Enjoyed your Preakness review on Robin Hood Radio today...

Nancy

Correct me if I am wrong. I thought Cutlin was not going to be in the Belmont?

NANCY/RENEE..

You both fail to mention the best 3yr old in your messages...CURLIN...lol.

Nancy, thank you for your support on the radio program I am doing, I really like it and I hope I can give more winners to you all. I hope you had the superfecta that I gave out Thursday..I hope this could maybe lead to something for me..

Again, Thanks.

Stranger?? I thought I never left..lol..

Street Sense as of yesterday was not going to the Belmont.
Curlin, accoring to Asmussen, as long as he bounces back from the Preakness, he'll be there.

###
Glenda,

You are welcome. Don't know if this applies to you in age, but you can use it as an excuse anytime you need too.

New e-mail virus. The most advanced programs cannot take care of this one. It appears to affect those who were born prior to 1960.

Symptoms:

1. Causes you to send the same e-mail twice.
2. Causes you to send a blank e-mail.
3. Causes you to send e-mail to the wrong person.
4. Causes you to send it back to the person who sent it to you.
5. Causes you to forget to attach the attachment.
6. Causes you to hit "SEND" before you've finished.
7. Causes you to hit "DELETE" instead of "SEND."
8. Causes you to hit "SEND" when you should "DELETE."
IT IS CALLED THE "C-NILE VIRUS."

Horse Hands Across America and the World!
Keep the Faith!
God spoke "Horse" and it was amazing!
I Get It!

I Love You So (8) Angel Nina. I Am Thinking Of You. You Are In My Heart.

Affirmed.

MIKE C....I CANNOT WAIT TO HEAR YOU!!!!....you are the best! You have a built-in fans base of kazillions, so..tee hee...WE LOVE YA, GUY!!....

PLEASE, GIVE US THE RADIO CALL LETTERS!!!

##
You didn't leave just not seen as much. Curlin is a very nice looking horse.

Good night all and Alex,
Tomorrow we start all over again.

Good night Sweet Spirit.

#########
Nancy, Linda, Glenda and Harriette

Thank you all for asking about me, I see Linda found my post. Was out of town, did take my laptop. But didn't have time to post.

Did find time to make some calls, way out of the loop right now. Did talk to some people about horse slaughter in Texas. You don't want to hear it, believe me!

Eight days of laundry, fun never ends!

Have missed everyone, not even going to try to read all the back post.
Glad to be home!

PAMELA...

go to am1020whdd.com

archived audio..the most recent will be there and the derby one will be on teh monthly archive page for may..THANKS

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Debbie L.A.,

Welcome home both where you live and here at FOB/Horse Hands Across America home.

I don't foresee any volunteers for the laundry!

Horse Hands Across America and the World!
Keep the Faith!
God spoke "Horse" and it was amazing!
I Get It!

#######
Linda Lee
LOL!! I don't foresee any volunteers for the laundry!
Too funny

Our our mike c's Preakness grand slam...!!!
Follow his instructions above, or

Click on Friar Tuck, AM1020WHDD, archived audio, and play the podcast. For his Kentucky Derby podcasts click on the MAY calendar. May 4 is handicapping the Derby, May 7 is his recap.

Cheers,
Friar Tuck

#######
Linda Lee

Hooooooo, boy. Done 'em all....ROFLMAO

and,
9. Causes you to hit "Backspace" instead of "Enter" (and vice versa)
10, Causes you to have an entire conversation with someone via email only to find out it wasn't the person you thought it was (People should be required to put their whole name in their email address!!!LOL)

########
Debbie
Do you feel the love??? We got worried...

G. (OMG Glenda GO TO BED!!!)

Jo at TB Friends

###
LINDA LEE - I confess that I was born before 1960 (way before...) and I find your "new email virus" to be hilarious!!!

Nancy

####
Congratulations to Shelley and Allibi
Congratulations to Michael Maltz and Chelokee!!!

##

MIKE C- I'M GLAD YOU ARE A DIE HARD CURLIN FAN TOO!! I WAS SCREAMING AT THE END OF THE RACE-- YEA, RAH FOR CURLIN!!! (I BET ON HIM TOO) MY TIVO SURE HELPED SINCE IT WAS DEFINITELY A PHOTO FINISH!!! :>)

NOW TODAY I AM SCREAMING ABOUT THE HS STUFF-- I CAN NOT BELIEVE THIS!! EEEEK!! :>(

LUV,
CHERYL G

###
MIKE C - I DID hit the exacta....shocking to me, since I never, ever placed a bet before the Derby...won $39.60 on Derby Day and almost $5. on Preakness day (including undercard)....so now I have a few $$$ left for the Belmont!

OOOP....I mean I won almost $50 on Preakness Day, NOT $5....small time, I know, but I'm definitely a VERY small time gambler!

Nancy

Mike C., are you still here?

Mike C., are you still here?

### Glenda I am being nice to myself... Got all new kitchen appliences coming in about 15 minutes.. That may help me to feel a little better. I have been talking alot with my friends that are horse people. Come to the conclusion that this is NOT for me. I will always love and support Barbaro but I cannot take the pain anymore of these babies getting hurt.

Time to just groom, give baths, walks and OMG don't forget those carrots :-)

Love to all......... and of course BARBARO AND MENDING FENCES..................

###
Nancy CT,

Add Glenda's 9 and 10 below. She is so right!

Also, confession is good for the soul (whether old or young). Not ashamed to admit I am a 1949 model (car not career).

9. Causes you to hit "Backspace" instead of "Enter" (and vice versa)
10, Causes you to have an entire conversation with someone via email only to find out it wasn't the person you thought it was (People should be required to put their whole name in their email address!!!LOL)

Horse Hands Across America and the World!
Keep the Faith!
God spoke "Horse" and it was amazing!
I Get It!

MIKE C....I AM FIRST IN LINE FOR YOUR FAN CLUB!!!

Im still here.....

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LINDA LEE - I was three years old when you "hit the ground!"

Nancy

Goodnight Mr. and Mrs. Barbaro

Barbaro, thank you for being with Michael Maltz, The Jacksons, and everyone else at the Preakness. Please tell Mending Fences...we are so sorry...

We are here, Barbaro, and We Get It. You and Mrs. Jackson has asked us to move forward and march on, and we will. Watch for your lovely star tonight. ALWAYS LOVE YOU!!!

Goodnight Fans/Famblee of Barbaro

I am just sickened, and that is not enough about the news at Cavel. I am really appalled with our government and laws...and praying that their hearts will open to do what is right...and NOW.

Thank everyone of you for letting me be a special part of this wonderful family.

Please, fax, call, email, whatever it takes, and let no stone be unturned, we are here to finish many tasks that Barbaro has left for us, and we are making progress.

Remember the Fallen Angels, May God Hold Them Tightly, the rescues, the ones suffering, animals and humans, and give our neighbors a helping hand or a kind word.

Have a wonderful evening.

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Alex, Tim...thank you.
Fitch, Apache, and others, so many...we hear you, we hear your cries, we hear your pleas, and WE ARE HERE.

As always, everyone of you are very special!!!!

THANKS FRIAR TUCK!

Mike
I just wanted to say that I am hoping for big things for you. You are so knowledgeable, and you are just great on radio. Next, I'm hoping you get your own column someplace.

I Love You So (8) Angel Cal. You Are In My Heart.

Affirmed.

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Nancy in CT,

HIT THE GROUND... SMILE!

As in all cars... it is how many miles, how many oil changes, how much paint, and how many dent repairs. AND I ain't going any further, except I need my transmission fixed.

Horse Hands Across America and the World!
Keep the Faith!
God spoke "Horse" and it was amazing!
I Get It!

NANCY CT-- YOU GO GIRL!!$$$ WE CAN START A GAMBLING CLUB- LOL!!! AS SOON AS THEY PUT $$ IN MY ACCOUNT, I WILL BE HAPPY TO USE THE MONEY FOR RESCUE OR FOR THE HS ORDEAL IN ILLINOIS.

MIKE C- DO YOU STILL HAVE THAT PODCAST SITE? I LISTENED TO YOU LAST TIME ON THAT- IT WAS GREAT!!

LUV-
CHERYL G

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LINDA LEE - I was one year old when you "hit the ground!"
Loved the way you put that Nancy! LOL

MARLYN....

thank you very much..I appreciate that.

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Golly Girls,

I am feeling so young all of the sudden. THANKS!

I am keeping record of anyone that admits their age. Don't know what I will do with the information, but something will come up.

Horse Hands Across America and the World!
Keep the Faith!
God spoke "Horse" and it was amazing!
I Get It!

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Mike C missed you on the podcast for the Preakness.
Have you finished Barbaro's call? Don't know if I could read it, if you have.
Still hurts a lot! Just now able to type his name with out tears.

Glenda in NE PA
Yes I feel the love, hope your better!

cheryl..

yes I do..the address is listed above..

AND THANK YOU VERY, VERY, MUCH..

I hope you played some of my picks from alst week because they all came out..

THE EXACTA..THE TRI AND THE SUPERFECTA.

debbie..

No , I have not finished the call..Its just wont come out for me.I feel like I cant do it the proper justice. I may just leave it like the unfinished symphony..

Maybe it may happen, but it doesn't feel right.it feels fake now if you can believe that.

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CHERYL G - I was thrilled to win on the Derby because I was able to donate to the 6-6-6 challenge for the Laminitis Fund on Preakness Day...and have a little left for one of the rescues.

Nancy

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Linda Lee,

I could DEFINITELY use some MAJOR body work and a new paint job....and at 53 (the baby of this auspicious group!) I realize I really should have followed the recommendations for "maintenance" listed in the back of that owner's manual. Dang.

G. (still did not go back to bed - cripes, I may as well stay UP now!)

Let's Celebrate the Winner of the Barbaro Stakes!!!

Many of the FOBs were very moved as we watched Michael Matz's reaction to winning the Barbaro Stakes on Saturday.
I believe the FOBs hold both Michael Matz and Peter Brette near and dear to our hearts. Over the past months we have witnessed the depth of their love for Barbaro. I personally will never forget the interview of Peter in the NBC documentary, "Barbaro: A Nation's Horse" when Peter said how proud he was of Barbaro and what Barbaro had accomplished! PROUD of BARBARO!!! That statement told me that Barbaro was loved, truly loved.

How can you say enough about Michael Matz? From Olympic medalist, saving children from a burning fire, his love and concern for Barbaro and then watching Michael be moved to tears upon Chelokee winning the Barbaro Stakes. Well...I went through a box of Kleenex!

We thought it would be nice for the FOBs to recognize Michael Matz, Peter Brette, and Chelokee for their great win in the Barbaro Stakes!!

If you would like to donate to the gift baskets please contact Kennett Florist. If you are sending a check, please note on the check that your donation is for "Michael, Peter, & Chelokee"

If you are placing your donation via credit card, please keep in mind the $15 minimum due to processing charges.

Many Thanks to Kennett Florist with your assistance!! You rock!!!
jan

Glenda in NE PA,

You got a owner's manual? The older I get the more I find out what I missed. Now where is that manual? Oh, Mom...

Horse Hands Across America and the World!
Keep the Faith!
God spoke "Horse" and it was amazing!
I Get It!

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Mike
I totally understand, it is not the call that we had all prayed for so hard.
Maybe I am moving on, today I took him off my screen saver and added
His new baby brother with his mother.
Oh, Now tears again. Got to go!

Debbie L.A.

Cyber hugs. Tears are OK... it indicates how much we love. I'm not ready to give up my Barbaro picture on my work desktop. Coworkers still comment, "that is a beautiful horse." So proud to say that is Barbaro.

Can anyone imagine how beautiful he is in heaven today?

Horse Hands Across America and the World!
Keep the Faith!
God spoke "Horse" and it was amazing!
I Get It!

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Mike C.
You were great. I just can't believe how relaxed & professional you are. You were even better than the last time. I was going to bet just like you said, but I have no idea where or how. Maybe next time. I really enjoy listening to you. What a gift.

Thanks Linda
Cyber hugs back. Eye makeup on my chin now.
But the baby and mom's picture makes me smile.

Debbie LA:

You are looking towards the future. Good for you. Others will follow in time.

Linda Lee -
Well, I thought something was wrong. I have the virus. It's caused by the "Iwasborntoolongago" strain.

We needed a laugh today. Thanks.
Pam

I Lit A Very Special Candle On Gratefulness.org. Did One Time Before.

It Is "Halo."

You All Are In My Heart Angels.

Affirmed.

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SUSAN O - if you can't get anywhere to make a wager, you might try this site (bodog.com)...several people on the forum recommended it and I, who know nada about wagering, find it user-friendly...and the minimum deposit is $20...most online sites are more! Check it out...or maybe you'd want to see what Mike C thinks about it!

ONLINE WAGERING

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JAN - what is the deadline for donations for the baskets for Chelokee, Michael & Peter? (Notice which name I put first....)

Nancy

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KF requested 2-3 weeks to allow people to mail their checks
You are so right ...Chelokee did the running for goodness sakes!!!! LOL!!
I bow to Chelokee's abilities...I Couldn't Do It!!!!
jan

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Nancy - Thank you so very much. I know less than nada about it. I must tell you.... I would like to follow your lead & donate what I win. Thank you again Nancy.

The Barbaro and Ruffian video (see update 1924) is simply great. The words are so true. I only wish greatness lasted longer!

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Jan Moss

SMILE ---
"Iwasborntoolongago" strain...

Horse Hands Across America and the World!
Keep the Faith!
God spoke "Horse" and it was amazing!
I Get It!

Hello Barbaro,

You are having some amazing moments in Equine Heaven and it warms my heart to "see" you happy, funny and feeling all of the love for you...on Earth and in Heaven.

Yesterday, miles away from home, I attended my Goddaughter’s Confirmation. She is such a beauty. She has a kind heart and a true smile when witnessing joy in someone’s life.

And Honey, I wore a Lael green blazer and you know what Chelsea's other Godmother wore, don't you? A beautiful Barbaro blue blouse! Lael Stables and your Fans were represented at church...I was happy!

I took moments during the service to reflect on my times spent with her. They have always started and ended with a hug and plenty of laughs and smiles in between.

Yesterday, I had tears of mixed emotions... love, pride, joy and hope...much like the tears of the Celebration.

My heart overflowed...I will never forget.

Are you ready for your blanket? We'll tuck the ends under very gently and pull it up high on your neck.

Your Dream Angels are patiently waiting. They are excited to visit your Mommy and Daddy tonight and they're hoping to tease Michael while he sleeps a little later tonight.

Your healing is complete and strength will carry you throughout your days.

Good night Honey. I love you so much. Sweet dreams are all yours tonight...XXOOxxoox

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Hello Hope,

Yesterday I grabbed a couple of opportunities to whisper a prayer for you. I choose the times to be during the most beautiful songs of the service.

You are beautiful Hope. You are like a gentle Spring breeze lightly carrying the scent of lilac. You are a subtle sunshine slowly warming across your back, relaxing your soul and lulling you into daydreams. You are THAT beautiful...

Are you ready for your blanket? We'll use the softest one tonight and pull it up high on your neck.

Your Dream Angels are patiently waiting and they are so excited to lead you into absolute beauty and everlasting love.

Good night hope. I love you soo much. xxooxxo

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Hello Little Laurie,

I didn't forget about you yesterday...never forget you.

I chose your prayers during the song that the Confirmants had chosen for the service. I knew it would suit you!

It had a bouncy tune, very joyful and happy. It made the kids smile and clap and cry tears of happiness...it was during this song Little One, that I prayed for you.

Let's grab your blanket and cuddle you up for the night. We'll pull it high on your neck and leave that little bit for you to touch your Mommy while you sleep.

Your Dream Angels are waiting by the tree-lined archway...

Good night Little Laurie H. Sweet dreams. You know I love you so much...xxooxxo