Good morning, beloved Barbaro...I have been walking down memory lane this morning and stumbled upon the Thanksgiving greeting I emailed to the Fans of Barbaro last year. It was all about YOU - your strength and courage and determination to live...very poignant to read, but no less true this year.

Thank you and all our dear ones in Equine Heaven for continuing to inspire our efforts and guide our steps! (And if you find your face needs a good washing, my Princess Maizie Lee has a fine raspy tongue and would be glad to oblige...)

I LOVE YOU FOREVER, BIG BOSS HORSE!

Nancy...and only "child" Seamus

Good morning All,
How do you like this Texas "winter"weather, Alex??? :)
There has been 3 articles published in a Swedish horse magazine, about Exceller, The Exceller fund, horse slaughter in the US, rescue groups, the MO double-decker accident, and more... So far I have translated 2 of them and will work on the third one. If anyone is interested it is in this thread: http://forums.delphiforums.com/alexbrown/messages?msg=16939.1

:) Kat

###Just want to wish Alex a belated Happy Birthday, hope you enjoyed a wonderful day.

Judy

Good Morning Sweet Barbaro in Heaven!

Good morning Bobby's Lil Angel, Spirit, Jonah, Rosie, Misty and all the fabulous animals at MHR.

FAILURE IS NOT AN OPTION!!!!!!

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

Ro & Brady

Good Morning Barbaro

Saw your beautiful star! I know you are so happy, painfree, and so excited that we are going to get the Barbaro Bill passed....SOON. We love you!

Good Morning Family/Fans of Barbaro

PLEASE CALL, FAX, EMAIL....WE ARE ALMOST THERE, FAMILY....A LITTLE MORE PUSH....TO BE HEARD....AND WE ARE LOUD, BUT CLEAR...PASS THIS HORSE SLAUGHTER BILL, AND STOP TRANSPORTATION ACROSS THE BORDERS.

Please remember the rescues, our Fallen Angels, our wildlife, the ones suffering human or animal, and our loving family.

Have a bless day....and I am so thankful for each of you....family.

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Alex....enjoy your day off....hot here in Texas...does not seem like Fall.
Good morning Tim and Fair Hill
Our Fallen Angels...we are close....we hear you, and we are marching on.

Repost:

Strategy for Monday November 19

While everyone is very excited to hear the S311 has been put on the calendar, it is also important to remember that this is only procedural. It does not change any of our strategy yet. We must still call the people we’ve been asked to target because they will make the difference in whether we have enough support to pass the bill. Letters of support from senators who would rather not cosponsor but will vote for our legislation, have been requested. They should be sent to Senator Landrieu’s office.

Remember….these calls are to gain co-sponsors and support for HR503 and S311. As difficult as it is, please concentrate on the transport of the horses to slaughter more than the conditions in Mexico. We can’t let anyone who is not well informed come to the conclusion that it would be better to have the plants in this country because of the conditions in Mexico.

Those Senators who Co sponsored last year.

Patty Murray D-WA Phone: 202-224-2621 Fax: 202-224-0238 Aide: Andrew Rowe

Bill Nelson D-FL Phone: 202-224-5274 Fax: 202-228-2183 Aide: Colin Mueller

Mel Martinez - FL Phone: 202-224-3041 Fax: 202-228-5171 Aide: Frank Walker

James DeMint - SC Phone: 202-224-6121 Fax: 202-228-5143 Aide: Philip Denby

Those who voted in support of the Ensign-Byrd Amendment Senate (2005) but have not yet cosponsored the bills

Tom Harkin (IA) ph: 202-224-3254 fax: 202-224-9369

Orrin Hatch (UT) ph: 202-224-5251 fax: 202-224-6331 Aide: J.J. Brown

Johnny Isakson (GA) ph: 202-224-3643 fax: 202-228-0724

John Kyl (R/AZ) ph: 202-224-4521 fax: 202-224-2207 Aide: George FLEESON

Special Daily Target

Please make sure to call both his office and Obama’s National Campaign Headquarters.

Barack Obama - IL Phone: 202- 224-2854 Fax: 202- 228-4260 Aide: Amrit Mehra National Campaign Headquarters (866) 675-2008

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

Shelley and Debra

Posted by: ShelleyA at November 19, 2007 1:46 AM

Prayers for our dear Harriette ..the power of prayer !! We have all felt it.....much love to you this morning my fren ...

Hans and I will be off to cardiac rehab again in a little while....PAIN !!!!!!! OUCH !!!!

Is it a holiday for you all today??? Thanks giving???? Take care and remember to tell someone you love them .....

I LOVE YOU ALL !!!!!

God bless Angel Dee.....Affirmed

Good morning everyone,

Please take this news from DC as the catalyst to energize everyone you know to help with our cause. We need more co-sponsors! We're so close.

Harriette, I hope you're feeling better today. Cheryl, you too!

MJ and CJ, bless you for your efforts at the Hoosier Park Paddock sale, I feel grateful to read your words of the outcome of the sale and know that you two made a hugh difference there.

Martita, what powerful posts yesterday. The similarities between the plights of the horses and the women and children are chilling. It was right there in front of us all along and I, like so many possibly, didn't make the connection. Your poetic words drove it home.

Laurie in MN, once again, I marvel at your eloquence, kindness and ability to warm our hearts with your tuck-ins.

Keep calling!!!!

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Nancy in CT, yes, Princess Maizie Lee has already offered her services for the "face washings".....and they are terrific!!!

Keep up the great work FOBs and well done Kat!!

Roll call.

Glad you are better, Harriette.

Harriette, Martita, Otherlyn, and all. Your words are beautiful. Thank you all.

Happy Birthday, Alex! Sorry I'm a day late!

Please pray for the poor dogs found mutilated here in Northeast PA! Dogs and puppies of the same breed have been found terribly mutilated and skinned, and the Humane Society is desperate to find answers! I can't believe someone would do that! Pray that the people who did are found and prosecuted!

Love to all the horses & fingers crossed for S311!

g'morning!
still calling and still encouraged by S311 on the calendar!! yay! that's such good news- now...let's get it to the floor!

Christmas help from Arthur

Alex, your mission statement sounds short and sweet.

Good Morning, Famblee...

For any of you who might have been 'away' from the board for the weekend...as I arrived home late Friday afternoon, CA time...I had TWENTY-ONE e-mails waiting for me to let me know S311 had made it to the calendar!!!! YIPPEEEEE-SKIPPPPYYYYYYY was my first thought....THEN....I got sooooooo 'NERVOUUUUUUUUUUUUSSSSSEEEEE'....I started a Candle Group....I said then, it might be early....and I still have that feeling today, HOWEVER...if you feel so inclined, and have an extra minute....PLEASE go to www.gratefulness.org and click on 'search'....put S311 in 'group search' and PLEASSSSSSEEEE light a candle...I figure it can't hurt and might just HELP:) I'm sorry, I don't know how to do the 'blue ink' thingy....:/

I hope you all had a wonderful weekend!!

Nancy,CT: I, too, have been thinking of last year this time...in particular, the day before Thanksgiving, in my kitchen cooking...smiling about how WELL Barbaro was doing at New Bolton...:) I stopped for a few minutes to come to the computer to write him another 'love note' on his Message Board....It is hard for me this year...I guess the 'firsts' are always the hardest...it just makes me a little bit sad to remember all the elation at this time last year, knowing this year, what came to be...

WE LOVE YOU, BARBARO:) WE MISS YOU JUST 'AWFUL'...

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

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Has anyone or do you think we should send a Thanksgiving to Libby and the horse donors at UPenn?????

Alex, I think a mission statement is a good idea since the sight has become a little unfocused. In my case (my opinion only)the mission statement is a case of closing the barn door after the horses have already escaped. I've already figured out which charities/private rescues that I will support and they know how to get in touch with me and I've followed horse racing all my life so I'll get my reporting from the usual reliable sources.

Good Luck, Be Well. It has been a fun ride.

Just 11 more days for The Miracle Horse Rescue November Hay Drive. Don't miss a chance to win Kathleen Parsons beautiful Legacy Print. One chance $5.00 or 3 chances $8.00.

Doc Wilbur Memorial Hay Drive

Ro & Brady

Lynne called me this weekend with the news about S311 getting on the calendar....then again, there is that idiot who placed a unanimous (uh-huh) hold on the bill...i don't usually wish anyone ill, but i wish this person ill....may be chocke on a brussels sprout on thrusday.

Love to all: harriette: you are better now???

ALEX: sorry to be a belated WISHER OF BIRTHDAY GREETINGS....BUT HERE THEY ARE, HEALRT FELT AND WITH MUCH AFFECTION FOR ALL YOU HAVE DONE FOR US AND MOST IMPORTANTLY FOR THE WELFARE OF THE HORSE.

Must fly away....may post Joe, because I want everyone to read joe...with no effort needed.

Still awaiting the arrival of the new tower for my puter... this is agony....absolutely.... have fine T giving if i do not get back over here B4.

ALEX HANG ONTO THOSE NECK STRAPS!!!!

Courage. KEEP CALLING!!! wE ARE SO CLOSE...JONNA

JOE AND CATHY DOING THE RIGHT THING, AS ALL ARCHANGELS ARE COMMANDED TO DO. gOD BLESS THEM AND ALL THEIR CHARGES....jonna

Monday, November 19th... Our deepest sympathies go to neighbors Gene and Pam Story, who last night lost their gelding Cutter. A very sad night in our neighborhood. It will be strange to drive by and not see Cutter in his paddock. Rest In Peace Cutter.

You could take the last few days, wad em up, and toss them away. No argument from us. Our good friend Bill Austin lost his filly Wee Tee Too. And another good friend Jessica Talbot said goodbye to her old mare Wanda, who this year turned 30. Jessica has owned Wanda for the last 3 years. It was impossible to have a conversation with Jessica that did not include Wanda.

We send our best to Bill Austin, Jessica Talbot, and Gene and Pam Story.

Gary Duncan is gone for a week to enjoy Thanksgiving with far away family. We are scrambling for transportation help. Needy horses all over California. Yesterday Holly Meeks picked up a quarter horse gelding in Pleasanton, and delivered him to his new home in Sacramento. Also yesterday Paula Coombs was kind enough to pick up an unwanted pinto gelding in Vallejo, and deliver him to his new home in Santa Cruz. An all day trip, and we very much thank Paula Coombs and Holly Meeks.

Cathy and I wish no disrespect to anyone. Especially those who bring us gifts. But there is just way too much food. So our Thanksgiving plans have been altered a little. We have enough food to help other families, and Thursday will be spent sharing our goodies. How fun is this going to be? We have friends who struggle with cash flow, so we get to bring them turkeys and all the side dishes. Hopefully the dinners will arrive without a bite gone. I can only imagine the smells coming from our little Honda.

We are incredibly Thankful for 10 year old Daniel Harper. Also Mikka Thorson. Emily Hanks. Patti Lu. Paula and Becky Coombs. Hannah Webber. Stephanie Diaz. Danni Dutton. And Jennifer Wright. Please know your food will be shared by those who are grateful, not to mention speechless. They cannot believe Thanksgiving dinner will be brought to their front door.

Our little tiny website. On Thanksgiving Day our little tiny website will be feeding 7 families. This is way beyond cool.

Joe

He came to us last week from a feed lot, and you can tell from his hips how starved he is. We named him Walton, and there is a racing tattoo which says he is 6 years old.

Happy Birthday Jenny and Marie Hartman! Today they turn a whopping 17, and it seems like last week when they were only 10. Tonight is a birthday blast at Joes Crab Shack. The picture below on the right shows Marie and Jenny at their 15th birthday party. We wish them both a very Happy Birthday.

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AND ALEX....HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY....(I AM SLOW AT MY OLD AGE)....

ok so y'aLL know those wayward words were

ANONYMOUS
and
CHOKE

good grief. jonna

Joan Roya....GREAT IDEA!!! I'll call Alie or Rachel and get the gift basket rolling....C'mon everyone....let's give those Donor Animals some TREEEEEEEEAAAAAAATTTTTTTSSSSSSSSS:) Whaddya say???

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Hi Famblee:)

I just had *A WONDERFUL* conversation with Rachel at Kennett Florist:) GOSH! Haven't we all just made sooooooo many *MEMORIES* with those gals these past sooooo many months!!! :)

The *DONOR ANIMAL THANKSGIVING TREAT BASKET* is UP AND RUNNNNNNNNINGGGG.....PLEASE FEEL FREE TO MAKE A DONATION.....:) (610)444-6040....

LET'S DO THIS IN HONOR OF BARBARO.....:)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Good Morning All,

Princess Maizie Lee is washing faces...how cute I can see those little paws scrubing away.

Cheryl and Harriette, Please get better, my thoughts are with you.

Alex,
A BIG Belated Happy Birthday, enjoy your day off.

Barbaro,
I miss you so much and love you.

We should send Dr. Richardson and the staff a thanksgiving breakfast too. We are thankful for all they did for our boy.

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Karen in Tenn....had asked me if we were sending a basket...I will tell her too.....we have so much to be thankful for....look, we met wonderful folks at Kenneth Florist, the folks at U-Penn, Mocha, the donor horses, Fair Hill, and Luke, Dr. Richardson, the Jacksons, Maltz, Alex, and I could on...and you could too....and ALWAYS BARBARO...IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER..

Famblee.....I have started a thread on the DB...under BARBARO...of COURSE:) Titled T/Giving Treats for the Donor Animals..or something very close to that, anyway!!!

Please help keep it 'alive' .... I must leave for a few hours....

Joan Roya....Karen in TN....THANKS, GIRLIES:):)

Renee` Antaya....GREAT IDEA re: Breakfast for the Staff, too.....c'mon Famblee....let's get this rollllllinnnnnnnnnngggggg.....tomorrow is already TUESDAY.....OMGOOODNESSSSSSS:)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

I received a bullitin from the ASPCA and they stated that they have under cover video of the horses dying in the slaughter house. I sure would like the senate, etc, to see them. Already Thanksgiving and cant help but remember this time last year we had such great hopes for our Barbaro. It will be Jan. 29th soon and maybe we can send the Jacksons something in memory of Barbaro.

I Love You So A Lot Angel Maribel. Sending All Beautiful Rainbows For You. Glowing........

Affirmed

All Very Beautiful Rainbows For Angel Alex. All Very Beautiful Rainbows For Angels Harriette, Martita, Otherlyn And All The Angels Here.

Glowing........

Affirmed

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We love you too, Dee

All Very Beautiful And Glowing Rainbows For Dr. Dean Richardson "The Wizard Of Oz."

Affirmed

I Love You So A Lot Angel Joan Roya. I Am So Very, Very (To Fill This Page) Thankful For You And All The Angels Here.

All Beautiful Rainbows....Glowing........

Affirmed

Hi Everybody....Yesterday I was looking for updates on The Tin Man and I found something postmarked Satuday the 17th on a blog attached to this column. Now I can not find it anymore. Does anyone know where it is or what is happening with Tinny. The update left me a bit upset as he seems to be experiencing some swelling and I am afraid he will favor his leg and develop laminitus. The update did say he is OK but I still worry.

All Very, Very (To Fill This Page) Beautiful And Glowing Rainbows To Angel Equine Heaven. Your Wings Glow Just Like Clarence.

You Are "The Angel Of Inspiration."

Affirmed

All Very, Very (To Fill This Page) Beautiful And Angelic Glowing Rainbows For The Tin Man.

Affirmed

I was just sitting here looking outside thinking about the herd and all our furchildren. I can see all of them sitting around their turkey day table munching and chomping and having the time of their lives, then when it is all over bleching and stretching out...time to snoozzzzzzzzzzz

belching.

All Rainbows For Our Angel Horses And Angels Here.

Special Words Of The Day: All Rainbows
Beginnings....On A Very Sacred Journey Together
....Very Beautiful Thanksgiving Blessings For All Of You Angels.........

Barbaro (8)
With You........

His Presence........
His Love........

The Wings Of Prayer........
Praying Hands........
Sacred Prayers........
The Wings Of Love.........
Hearts Around........
Glowing........
The Rainbow Of Support........
The Rainbow Of Connections........
The Rainbow Of Bringing Miracles........
Glowing Halos........

Affirmed

GOOD MORNING SWEET PRINCE!!

I miss you so very much, you will be forever in my heart.

Just donated to the Donar Horse's in Barbaro's Honor.

LOVE TO ALL!!!

BLB!!!

FOB FEVER!!

Karen - TN

AFTERNOON REPOST

Please see the special instructions for Obama.

Strategy for Monday November 19

While everyone is very excited to hear the S311 has been put on the calendar, it is also important to remember that this is only procedural. It does not change any of our strategy yet. We must still call the people we’ve been asked to target because they will make the difference in whether we have enough support to pass the bill. Letters of support from senators who would rather not cosponsor but will vote for our legislation, have been requested. They should be sent to Senator Landrieu’s office.

Remember….these calls are to gain co-sponsors and support for HR503 and S311. As difficult as it is, please concentrate on the transport of the horses to slaughter more than the conditions in Mexico. We can’t let anyone who is not well informed come to the conclusion that it would be better to have the plants in this country because of the conditions in Mexico.

Those Senators who Co sponsored last year.

Patty Murray D-WA Phone: 202-224-2621 Fax: 202-224-0238 Aide: Andrew Rowe

Bill Nelson D-FL Phone: 202-224-5274 Fax: 202-228-2183 Aide: Colin Mueller

Mel Martinez - FL Phone: 202-224-3041 Fax: 202-228-5171 Aide: Frank Walker

James DeMint - SC Phone: 202-224-6121 Fax: 202-228-5143 Aide: Philip Denby

Those who voted in support of the Ensign-Byrd Amendment Senate (2005) but have not yet cosponsored the bills

Tom Harkin (IA) ph: 202-224-3254 fax: 202-224-9369

Orrin Hatch (UT) ph: 202-224-5251 fax: 202-224-6331 Aide: J.J. Brown

Johnny Isakson (GA) ph: 202-224-3643 fax: 202-228-0724

John Kyl (R/AZ) ph: 202-224-4521 fax: 202-224-2207 Aide: George FLEESON

Special Daily Target

Please make sure to call both his office and Obama’s National Campaign Headquarters.

Barack Obama - IL Phone: 202- 224-2854 Fax: 202- 228-4260 Aide: Amrit Mehra National Campaign Headquarters (866) 675-2008

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

Shelley and Debra

Posted by: ShelleyA at November 19, 2007 1:46 AM

Extra Monday 11/19 Nat'l Target List (HAHS)

PREFACE/Heads-Up - something new -

per Daryl Smoliak's feedback/request: Ask the Senators who may support S 311 but don't want to cosponsor, to send a brief "letter of support" to Senator Mary Landrieu, sponsor and promoter of the Bill.

Here's something to add to ALL your contacts please - and the 800 numbers for your convenience on all your calls.

IMO - convey the website www.vetsforequinewelfare.org to all your contacts - ask them to look at Press Release dated 10/9. Tell them to look for a copy of PR dated 10/9 that should have arrived at their offices recently.

If long distance charges are a problem, use these DC 800 numbers and ask for the legislators by name (or ask for extension, last 5 numbers of each legislator's office phone).

800-828-0498

800-459-1887

800-614-2803

You know the drill - don't address this list until AFTER you have followed today's ABR Strategy - and the instructions of your Group Leader (and if you don't have one, get one, or become one!) - contact our intrepid State Group co-ordinator, Stephanie Breaux sbreaux1@verizon.net

AND use the CURRENT/NEW Talking Points from ABR Strategy when contacting this extra HAHS list as well as when contacting the ABR daily lists of Senators: (NOTE NEW SUGGESTION/ CAVEAT FROM ABR STRATEGY, JUST BEFORE Prior HS History above the LIST OF SENATORS below.)

1. Let [the legislators] know that two of the slaughter houses in this country are closed permanently [since January], and the third (Cavel) has lost their appeal and [is now also closed]. It is URGENT that we now get this legislation passed to STOP THE TRANSPORT of horses to Canada and Mexico. It's VERY important that you stress the cruel and inhumane way these horses are transported. Now is the time to focus on the fact that closing down our slaughter houses is NOT enough but that we must pass this FEDERAL legislation to stop the transport of American horses for slaughter.

2. Let your Senators know that we NEED them as co-sponsors for S311 to get this on the calendar and to the floor for a vote.

3. Tell your Congressman that we need their cosponsorship for HR503 to get this bill out of committee and to the floor for a vote.

4. Dispel the "unwanted" horse theory. Read John Holland's information for more talking points.

5. Closing of all three slaughter houses in the United States helps to reinforce our efforts. We can now dispel the idea that American jobs will be lost due to the end of slaughter. Only Mexico and Canada will now profit from OUR horses being slaughtered!! This is a very important point and one that you should all make when talking to your legislators.

Rhetorial Question Du Jour:

ANY EXTRA TIME/ENERGY/PASSION FOR THE HORSES?
Here is today's (Monday 11/19) extra National Target List from HAHS (Humanity Against Horse Slaughter). These legislators are targeted by other groups on specific days, so our voices add to the impact.

Don't forget to mention S 311; ask them to cosponsor - and please use the Talking Points from the current/new ABR Strategy (posted above), reasons why to support the end of horse slaughter and export for slaughter NOW.

Changed Circumstances call for a Fresh Look with an Open Mind.

The closure of Cavel is a HUGE changed circumstance.

PLEASE NOTE: Per the ongoing ABR national strategy "...[I]t is important when you make your calls, you request they support and VOTE YES for ANY legislative measure that will ban horse slaughter and export for slaughter. In addition to the Daily Call List, please contact your own senators and representative with this message."

adding this CAVEAT from recent ABR Strategy:
"Remember…….these calls are to gain co-sponsors and support for HR503 and S311. As difficult as it is, please concentrate on the transport of the horses to slaughter more than the conditions in Mexico. We can’t let anyone who in not well informed come to the conclusion that it would be better to have the plants in this country because of the conditions in Mexico."

PRIOR HS HISTORY: The 2 prior cosponsors of S 311 are indicated. The Special Contact List is from the AWI/SAPL lobbyists.

WISCONSIN
Senator Herb Kohl
Fax: 202-224-9787 Phone: 202-224-5653
330 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20510-4903

Senator Russell D. Feingold
Fax: 202-224-2725 Phone: 202-224-5323
506 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20510-4904

FLORIDA
Senator Bill Nelson (cosp S 1915)
Fax: 202-228-2183 Phone: 202-224-5274
716 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20510-0903

Senator Mel Martinez (cosp. 1915)
Fax: 202-228-5171 Phone: 202-224-3041
356 Russell Senate Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20510-0904

--- Special Contact List ---

ARIZONA
Senator Jon Kyl
Fax: 202-224-2207 Phone: 202-224-4521
730 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20510-0304

GEORGIA
Senator Saxby Chambliss
Fax: 202-224-0103 Phone: 202-224-3521
416 Russell Senate Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20510-1005

Senator Johnny Isakson
Fax: 202-228-0724 Phone: 202-224-3643
120 Russell Senate Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20510-1004

IOWA
Senator Tom Harkin
Fax: 202-224-9369 Phone: 202-224-3254
731 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20510-1502

IF you've done the ABR Strategy list and State directions and the above list and STILL want to do more - you can go to message 15321.10 at the DB
for a target list from AWI/SAPL from which the HAHS special contact list of Senators is derived.

Please post at this DB thread

http://forums.delphiforums.com/alexbrown/messages?msg=17020.1

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

THANK YOU ALL FOR ALL THAT YOU DO FOR THE HORSES! GO GET 'EM.

Do it for GEORGE and JOHN and BARBARO
and all the ONEs we never got to know . . .

STILL LIVING PROOF OF THE LIVIHG TRUTH

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

"horses dying..............." ASPCA

Let's keep it going!

Reading the interview with Sabina sure brings back memories. Sabina gets it and I think that is reflected in her photographs of Barbaro. He was one gorgeous creature.

Thanks Sabina.

Goodnight our Sweet Barbaro

Watch for you tonight...shining so bright...I know you are so excited that we may get this Barbaro Bill passed soon. We love you....and holidays seem a little sad knowing you are heaven and not here on earth with us. We love you!

Goodnight Family/Fans of Barbaro

PLEASE CALL, FAX, EMAIL...THIS OLD RECORD IS GOING TO CHANGE TO HAPPY TUNES...SOON.

Please also remember our rescues, our Fallen Angels, the wildlife, the ones suffering human or animal, and our loving family.....

I have so much to be thankful for...I am so thankful I found this site...and have such a loving family....I am blessed.

Have a nice evening.

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Alex....hope you are enjoying your day.
Tim and Fair Hill...we thank you.
Our Fallen Angels...we know you gave the supreme sacrifice your life...we know we are here and we are marching on.

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Sabrina...those pictures are so beautiful, and brought so many memories and tears. Thank you.

Gee I miss him...did it all really happen?

Alex,
Thank you for sharing. The pictures Sabina took of Barbaro were so very special. I love the look in his eyes, so bright and eager.
Thank you again Alex,
Prayers, healing wishes and special good thoughts to all.

Whoa those are tough to look at. the tears are going th heart is pounding. The memories that come back, the last one with Dr. Richardson says it all, the eyes of both of them and the expressions. There will never be another bond like that one. May God always bless that great man.

Thank you Alex and Sabina. As I always said those eyes.

Thank you Alex and Sabina for sharing again those wonderful photos of our wonderful BBH Barbaro!That's been the best birthday present I have gotten all day!!!! Thank you again.

Happy Birthday Liz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thank you Alex and Sabrina for sharing this with all of us.
It's funny, I was just looking at old pics. and stories about our boy Barbaro, watching some of the You Tube videos that I can hardly stand to watch without breaking down. I still get chills when I hear the words, "And here comes Barbaro." I still also get a lump in my throat when watching some of those videos, he was so beautiful and so amazing, a true Champion and a true Hero!
I miss you Barbaro.
Robin

Hi Robin,
Which interview's? I saw the pictures only.

Sabina: Your pictures are so beautiful...The tears are following from the memories.

You truly caputred that beautiful soul.

Lisa in Colorado

Never mind I figured it out. DUUUUUH

Great to see everyone still calling and faxing even though S311 has been put on the calendar. I have encouraged my Florida group that our work is by no means done, horses are dying horrible deaths everyday and Congress has a very short memory. We must help keep the horse slaughter issue in the forefront until these bills are passed.

Thank you so much to everyone who offered encouragement and prayers for my husband who had heart surgery last week. He is home and recovering as is Over Enough.

Got home to see Evening Attire run on Saturday in the feature, he dwealt at the start as usual but ran a very respectable third, bless his heart and most important, came home safe.

Nancy in CT or anyone - any news on Bully for Us - a maiden who fell in the stretch of the 6th race at Aqueduct on Sat?

Belated Happy Birthday and thank you to Alex for bringing us all together.

Good Night Everyone,
Have a good night. it looks cold outside. burrrrr.

Good night Barbaro, I love you.

Sabina and Alex

Thank you for the interview and the photos. I was keeping it together until I saw the last one

just did me in

THIS ISN'T OVERLY INFORMATIVE BUT THOUGHT I'D POST ANYWAY--

HSUS_ KEEP AMERICAS HORSES SAFE FROM SLAUGHTER

LOVE,
CHERYL G

Cheryl,
That picture did ne in to. It just says everything. The love of a doctor and patient. OK gotta go.

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BARB M - just fabulous news about both your husband and Over Enough!

(from The BloodHorse)

Jockey Raul Rojas suffered two fractured neck vertebrae after his mount, Bully for Us, unseated the rider in Aqueduct’s sixth race Nov. 17.

“He will be out at least two months,” said Rojas’ agent, Jorge Velasquez, Nov. 18. “Otherwise, he is okay. He is in some pain. I think he will get out of the hospital in the next day or two.”

Rojas was admitted to North Shore University Hospital in Manhassett, NY, after the accident.

Bully for Us, trained by Scott Schwartz and owned by his father, Herbert, stumbled near the eighth pole in the maiden race for New York-bred 2-year-olds. Bully for Us, who got up after he fell and galloped away, escaped injury. The gelded son of Holy Bull contested the pace for a quarter mile in the 5 ½-furlong dirt race before tiring.

“It was a freak accident; the horse just went down,” Velasquez said. “I don’t know if he stumbled suddenly or what. He then got up and galloped away.”

No other horses or riders were involved in the spill.

A Very, Very Beautiful Rainbow Birthday Angel Liz.

Affirmed

The last picture on Sabina's interview is one of my all-time favorites, and is part of a series of three that I purchased from Sabina at Delaware Park in April...my caption for this one is, "I know you're the big boss horse, but I AM THE DOC!"

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Nancy in Ct,

Hi!! That last picture is also one of my favorites. What else can I say?

Daphne and Pee

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, LIZ!!!! HAPPY, HAPPY DAY!!!

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The pictures DO bring back soooooo many memories, don't they? And the last one IS the *BEST*...those two 'men'....having a moment of communication together....how sweet it IS:)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Dear Frens,

As the air grows crisp, and the sky darkens early, I can't help but hearken back to the cold Autumn of '06.

We had so much to be thankful for as our great champion's hoof grew, and his spirits soared, in spite of his hospital confinement. He showed such heart, and sweetness in his compliance and his will to live.

He was loved so very much. I am so thankful to have "known" him. I give thanks for our love for him, and for knowing all of you.

I indulge the moment to submit another excerpt of the story, for your comfort in these darkening days approaching the end of this year.

ONLY A MOMENT BEFORE THE WIND

The Young Prince blinked as the clear bright light met his eyes. Only a moment before, he was in a dimly lit place, filled with the light of love, but clouded by a greying cover of sadness.

Only a moment before, he had been in great pain. As an injured athlete, he had known pain, but never the likes of which he had endured since just before this morning's dawn. It was growing...white hot and horrible! Around him were the familiar sights and sounds of the hospital, a place that he had known as "home" for so long. He felt no fear, only confusion. He was usually confident that the people would know what to do...but, oh...the pain!

In spite of the white-hot-horror, he also felt the comforting touch of the gentle people who loved and cared for him. Today he tasted tears in their kisses. He heard Docker say, "I'm sorry," and he wondered...but only for a moment, for the cloud thickened, and covered them all. Their forms faded, then everyone was gone.

Suddenly, there was only clear bright light. It was true light, with crystalline essence of every prismatic element. All colors at once, so pure, so vibrant that he blinked at the stark contrast to where he had been, and what he had seen, only a moment before.

He felt a quickening in his body. He was more alive than ever...and his feet didn't hurt anymore. So, he began to run. He outran even the brightness. He was free! His companion was the wind itself, or so it seemed, for as he ran, he knew he wasn't alone.

His feet flew over soft grass, hardly touching the turf. He had been a champion undefeated runner, with a heart that loved to win. This time, however, he wasn't running for the win. This time he ran for joy, with no end to it. There would be no finish line. The horizon went on forever, and he would reach it.

Then he saw something that made his heart leap. He and the wind had company. To his right, left, and all around, were others like him. He saw an eye flash here, a wisp of mane there. The moment he thought about their presence, they came into focus, and he slowed to an easy gallop. The herd slowed with him, and soon, they all stopped.

Stomping and snoofing, he felt so happy. As he stood in the still bright light, he could smell them. They nickered and neighed. Some pranced about, and others came to touch noses with the newly arrived Young Prince.

Please try to contact any of the many FOBs who seem to have fadded away, since last year. If they are on your e-mail address books, please take a moment to invite hem back. We, and HE, need their help, as we accelerate our efforts to get the anti-S legislation passed.

Missing BARBARO, and giving Thanks...

Your FOB Fren, O ^-,^

PS: Hay Maribell, Let's think about getting together for another "road-trip" to Delaware, for April of '08. Yes?

Amen, Otherlyn. We need them all, and I miss them all. Oh for a year ago...

So Very, Very (To Fill The Page) Beautiful Pictures. The Last Picture The Most Beautiful Rainbow Of Companionship........

Affirmed

Hay, FOB's!

I read the interview with Sabina and seeing all the photos of Barbaro just brought back the last 18 months. What a ride its been. Sabina, thank you so much for all you did in capturing the magic of Barbaro. But one of my favorite pics is the one of Barbaro and Alex.

It was snowing/sleeting at the ranch today so didn't stay long. Got to spend some time with the boys in the barn, but Stormy wasn't happy that I left so early...but the roads up there get slippery fast. Will be at the ranch Thanksgiving...hopefully the weather will cooperate so we can go riding - if not, I'll just camp myself out in the pasture and just be with the boys.

Will be at Tim's barn this Sunday...

Healing,Love, Peace,
ONS
Padme (Lyn Gilbert)

Thank you frens for the b-day wishes!

BBH4-ever!

Love to all FOB

FOB8

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Shelley: Thanks for getting back to me. I just hope she'll be okay. If she was with my other stable I would feel alot better.

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Well guys it doesn't look like Coby is running tomorrow after all. I guess the race didn't fill. I assume it will be soon though.

ALEX & SABINA-- I JUST LOVE SABINA'S PIX-- THANKS FOR POSTING THEM!!! :>)

LOVE,
CHERYL G

Strategy for Tuesday November 20

While everyone is very excited to hear the S311 has been put on the calendar, it is also important to remember that this is only procedural. It does not change any of our strategy yet. We must still call the people we’ve been asked to target because they will make the difference in whether we have enough support to pass the bill. Letters of support from senators who would rather not cosponsor but will vote for our legislation, have been requested. They should be sent to Senator Landrieu’s office.

Remember….these calls are to gain co-sponsors and support for HR503 and S311. As difficult as it is, please concentrate on the transport of the horses to slaughter more than the conditions in Mexico. We can’t let anyone who is not well informed come to the conclusion that it would be better to have the plants in this country because of the conditions in Mexico.

Those who voted in support of the Ensign-Byrd Amendment Senate (2005) but have not yet cosponsored the bills

Gordon Smith (OR) ph: 202-224-3753 fax: 202-228-3997 Aide: Cort Bush

Jim Bunning (KY) ph: 202-224-4343 fax: 202-228-1373

Robert F. Bennett – UT Phone: 202-224-5444 Fax: 202-228-1168 Aide: Tyler Owens

Richard Burr - NC Phone : 202-224-3154 Fax : 202-228-2981

Saxby Chambliss – GA Phone: 202-224-3521 Fax: 202-224-0103

Judd Gregg - NH Phone : 202-224-3324 Fax : 202-224-4952 Aide Tim Litvin

New to the Senate – No Record Jim Webb (VA) ph: 202-224-4024 fax: 202-228-6363 Aide: Trent Bauserman

Special Daily Target

Please make sure to call both his office and Obama’s National Campaign Headquarters.

Barack Obama - IL Phone: 202- 224-2854 Fax: 202- 228-4260 Aide: Amrit Mehra National Campaign Headquarters (866) 675-2008

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

Shelley and Debra

Oh! Those pictures. He was such a good boy.

ACN for you, sweet Barbaro.

Off to work on tomorrow's list.

Good Night everyone.

THANKSGIVING FOR THE DONOR ANIMALS at New Bolton - please donate if possible!

Thank you!

I have been reading some on the DB. It seems as though lots of folks are headed out already for the Thanksgiving holidays. If you are traveling, please be safe. Watch the weather, have patience with the crowds and lines, and most of all - enjoy the time with your family. Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

Hello Barbaro,

Today I gathered comfort in an email from a Fan of yours. Words of care and reason, delivered in the gentlest of ways...but then, I'm not surprised. Thank you fren... and thank you Honey for bringing this amazing famblee into my life...

Honey, I have spent months reading about other's cards and letters to your Mommy and Daddy, Michael, Dr. Richardson, Alex and Peter Brette, to name a few.

I have not written them...yet. None of them. It's not due to lack of care or concern, disrespect or doubt.

What I have been feeling, what you and your loved ones have taught and shared with me, has left my heart so full, it spills over into racing thoughts and ideas as to how I can help ease or comfort someone's life. A dear friend of mine, refers to her thoughts as "symphonies"... I love that.

But to put into words to be written to your loved ones, I don't know where to start. I have thought that my words wouldn't say anything that they haven't read before.

Honey, looking at the photos of you that Alex blue-linked for us, you gave me the nudge I needed...thank you.

The picture that seems to tug at most of our hearts is the last one, with you and Dr. Richardson. The look...

I heard Dr. Richardson say at the press conference, between moments of trying to regain his composure, that he spoke to you in the last moments...

Honey, it has never been reported in full, what he said. (And thank goodness for that. Some things are meant to be sacred and private)

But chances are, most of the words were words you had heard before. But, I bet that didn't diminish their strength and layer of comfort during those moments...with your trusted friend, at your side.

And you, in that last photo of the post, looking at Dr. Richardson... chances are, other patients have looked at him in the same manner, straight on, nothing held back.

But Honey, don't you think that your look stays in his mind, in his heart? Forever?

The words may be the same, but to quote one of Alex's "Rules", we each own the content.

Your loved ones have huge and receptive hearts. I believe that they have felt the individual emotions and messages that your Fans and famblee have written to them.

I know in my heart that they have gathered strength, comfort, inspiration and joy in the words...

So, I will put my thoughts into words. I will reach out to your loved ones Honey. Yes Honey, I will remind them how much you love them. Yes, I will tell them to watch for you in their sweet dreams... yes, every night.

Now that I've told you my thoughts, have I made you sleepy? Should we grab your blanket and cuddle you up for the night?

We'll pull the blanket up high on your neck and fluff the folds perfectly for nuzzling.

Your Dream Angels are busy helping Jack Frost with his overtime work and they need to speed things up before daylight...it seems speed is your specialty and they're looking at you Honey!

Sweet dreams to you Barbaro. Remember, your healing is complete and strength will forever carry you through your days and into the sweet dreams of your loved ones.

Good night Honey. I love you. XXOOxxoxo

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LaurieH...your tuck-in is one of your best (then again, each new one is always the best one...). I loved looking at the pictures of Barbaro today...and I remember how joyous we all were when Dr.R. took him grazing outdoors. The two of them were best buds, yes? I know when you write to everybody, those letters will be full of your gentleness and caring. What a gift you will be giving.

Healing, Love, Peace
ONS
Padme (Lyn Gilbert)

Dear Laurie,
Your tuck in tonight is simply beautiful. I'm so touched by your words....

Run forever free, beloved Barbaro.

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Hello Lyn,

Thank you sooo much.

The pictures are beautiful... and precious. I remember vividly the first we heard that Barbaro was outside to graze. An answered prayer.

I'm surprised it took me so long to realize that when words are from the heart, as all of ours are, it doesn't matter how many times you hear them repeated. They have impact. They have a place. They have purpose.

Yes, Lyn, they are a gift...all of our heartfelt words, are a gift. Just think of all of the "gift exchanges" between Barbaro's loved ones and Fans...priceless.

Good night dear fren...

I Love You So A Lot Angel Laurie H. All Very Beautiful Rainbows.

Angelic........
Glowing........

Affirmed

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I miss Barbaro sooooooooooooooo much today!
I don't post much but I am here with this famblee every day and Laurie you tugged at my heart tonight.Today was my b-day and my only wish was that Barbaro could be "with us" again. But I will continue to march on in honor of our BBH!
Thanks Alex as always...
Love to the family that is known as FOB!

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Patty in Dallas,

Thank you for your kind words.

Barbaro has found a place in all of our hearts... without saying a word.

He has a way of stirring up emotion, inspiration and determination. Our Big Boss Horse.

Good night Patty. Sweet dreams of Barbaro, grazing in the grass with the sun on his back and the wind in his mane.

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Liz,

Happy Birthday Liz!!! What a perfect day for photos of Barbaro to appear!

Thank you for your wonderful words to me. They mean so much...

Good night to you Liz. May you keep a watch for a bay blur in your dreams...our Barbaro. And may you be offered the chance to give a kiss where the Angels have kissed him...the snip on the tip of his nose. Good night!

For Harriette and LaurieH

For All Of Us who Love Barbaro
I dedicate this story.

Barbaro was having another bad day, he hadn’t slept well. Even with the pain medicine he still hurt. His legs hurt, all of them, his back hooves hurt. He hurt all over and he was tired. He loved all the people here at NBC, especially Dr Richardson, but he was tired of these four walls, he wanted to go outside and feel the warm sun again. He loved his mom more than anyone, she knew him better than anyone, and bless her heart, she always had the blue tote with the fresh Lael grass. Lately, he didn’t even much feel like eating, but he did to please her, He always tried to put on a show of feeling good for mom, even trying to nip her occasionally to make her smile. He loved to see mom smile.
But still, the truth was he hurt and he wanted Dr Richardson to make him well, once and for all.
When Dr Richardson came that morning, he had his “procedure” face on. Here we go again, Barbaro thought. Another surgery, I’ll wake up in the swimming pool. I sure hope Dr R has the cure for me this time.
When Barbaro started waking up, he felt something tickling his nose and when he tried to open his eyes there was a light so bright it almost blinded him. The light felt wonderful, it was so warm, and it was hard to describe, the light felt like love. It surrounded him and felt so good, like all the hugs his mom had ever given him. When his eyes adjusted to the light more things became aware to Barbaro.
He wasn’t in a pool ,he was in a field of clover and buttercups and the tickle on his nose was a butterfly! He also noticed he felt no pain, his crooked legs were straight again ,his hooves were well ! Dr R had done it, he remembered now the last thing Dr R had said….Barbaro when you wake up you’ll be good as new!
The Light he felt, he now knew was GOD himself, the Creator of all life.
God himself welcomed him to Rainbow Bridge. He explained to Barbaro it is here that all animals wait for their human keepers
So they can cross the bridge to Heaven together.
Barbaro had never seen so many horses, dogs, cats, animals and birds of every kind, large and small. Everyone got along, no one was sick and all made him feel loved and at home.
A couple of the horse who greeted him were there by special permission from God, they had already crossed over the Bridge but wanted to welcome Barbaro. Barbaro knew of the legendary stores of Man O War, Seabiscuit and War Admiral, here they were to say hello. There were also a couple donkeys that came to greet him. One once carried pregnant Mary into Bethlehem, the other one had carried Jesus in to Jerusalem.
Barbaro was so happy to be here. He thought this has to be the greatest place in all the world . He spent the afternoon racing Secretariat to the fence and eating clover with Lost in the Fog. Yes, he was very busy his first day at the bridge, he even learned he could FLY!! He always knew he could run fast, now he’d become a horse angel and he could fly!! He could look down on Earth and see all the people who loved him. He could finally put names and faces together. All the FOB that had faithfully loved and prayed for him, sent him cards and letters , baskets of flowers, apples and carrots, pears and those green mints he loved.
He was happy but they all looked sad. He wanted to yell to them,
“Hay, it’s me, Barbaro, I’m well. Your prayers have been answered. Don’t be sad.”
Barbaro had had a long day. He thought it was time to go to sleep. But before he did he had one thing he had to do.
Hello Laurie H,
I know it’s been a long day, you look sad & tired. Why don’t we get your blanket.. Honey, tonight I’m going to cover you with my blanket, the sage cashmere one you gave me, it’s always been my favorite. Don’t be sad, Laurie, God made me well.
Tonight, We’ll pull the blanket high on your neck so you can feel my love for you. As you sleep the dream angel will come. Guess what, Laurie, it will be me! I’m your dream angel now. Sometimes when you’re just waking up, and you feel a tickle on your nose or a hair across your face, you’ll know I’ve been there to check on you. That tickle is my mane touching your face.
Shhh time to go to sleep. I’ll be here for you every night when you sleep.
XOXOxoxo Barbaro

That being taken care of Barbaro could finally lay down to sleep himself. He wanted to dream about the First Saturday in May,the day he and his pal Edgar had run the very best race. He could still remember Edgar’s hand on his mane, the smell of roses, his mom’s hug and he fell asleep hearing the song thousands sung that day…
Weep no more, my lady
Oh weep no more, today,
We sill sing one song for
My Old Kentucky Home
For My Old Kentucky Home
Far Away………………….

I love you Barbaro
Harriette Brillianthawk in Lexington
Posted by: Harriette at January 29, 2007 5:58

###Thank you Laurie and all this family... You bring me tears and smiles and I love you all.

BBH-4ever!

FOB8

Happy Birthday, Liz!

Gae, I hope you reconsider and stick around. With or without a mission statement, good things happen here--because of the people.

LAURIE H--to paraphrase Stevie Nicks, you are "the poet in our hearts." Thank you for sharing your gift.

Barbaro was simply gorgeous. Through his eyes you could see his soul. I will always love him.

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Susan E.,

OMG! There is no way you could have known this but I am a HUGE Stevie Nicks fan! I am so thrilled and touched that you would associate me with her. I thank you Susan. I thank you.

I have to tell you Susan, I have been looking for a painting or something else of Pegasus for a Christmas gift for Taylor, the now-thirteen year old in my life, via my Montego.

I have seen a series of prints of an amazing Pegasus being ridden by...are you ready?! a black and white cat!!!!!

Susan, it puts your Felix and his friends in Equine Heaven in full view! The cat appears to be somewhat of a tuxedo...

Do you want me to check for a link for you?!

And again Susan, thank you for mentioning Stevie Nicks. Her lyrics are hauntingly soulful and she arranges words in ways that make you feel emotion as well as the melody. Yes, I am a fan.

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Barbaro Honey,

You brought me to tears. It's okay Honey. It's okay. They have been sitting around waiting to happen for awhile and I think you knew that.

But you should be in bed! Now I know why I think of you when Montego pulls her little antics... you're both my "little toddlers"!

Good night, again, Honey. And, good night and thank you to your "Angel". Kisses to you both...xxoo

All those gorgeous photos by Sabina, and all those beautiful words some of you weave magic with . . . . . to all who were here last year at this time, and to all who have joined us, thank you from my heart for the gift of these most special posts today.
This week seems particularly difficult, thinking back to where we were last year with Barbaro.
And even though I often get that special sense of Barbaro in all his radiance standing right at the Heavenly Gates peering down on us, a whispered neigh in Dr. Richardson's ear, a soft brush of muzzle against Mrs. Jackson's cheek, a "message" to Edgar, the tears still begin to fall . . . . out of love, out of awe.
Thanks everyone for coming together today, tonight, it's good to be here with all of you.

My heart beats for your heart, Barbaro, always and forever. Run with the angels honey!! I love you so!

with love, Lou Ann

Laurie H, I'm bowled over! Thank you.

Funny, I was listening to "Silver Spring" last night--just love it. And I heard "Sarah" only this morning--a song newly loved because I have a beautiful little great-niece named Sarah.

And yes, I'd love to see a link to Pegasus and the tux.