STRATEGY FOR FRIDAY JANUARY 18
Morning skritches to the BBH, Sir JH, Gorgeous G and the rest of the fabulous crew in Equine Heaven...

MORNING POST, SHELLEYA, DEBRA, WI:

HSUS NATIONAL CALL IN DAY SCHEDULED FOR JANUARY 22. For more information go to the Anti Slaughter thread on the Discussion Board or the Wiki page.

Our voices are being heard and the support is growing. You should all be very proud of our accomplishments. We would urge you all to respond to the NY Times article. Remember, responses will only be accepted by the newspaper for 7 days after an article is published…..which was January 11.

The strategy will remain the same until January 22 or until we are told otherwise. We will keep the pressure on the leadership to get S311 put on the calendar quickly or to support any legislation that contains language to end horse slaughter and the transportation of American horses to slaughter.

LIST WITH LEADERSHIP OFFICE TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Senate Majority Leader: Harry Reid ph: 202-224-2158 fax: 202-224-7327

Senate Minority Leader: Mitch McConnell ph: 202-224-3135 fax: 202-226-1374

Senate President Pro Tempore: Robert S. Byrd ph: 202-224-3954 fax: 202-228-0002

Assistant Majority Leader: Dick Durbin ph: 202-224-9447 fax: 202-228-0400

Assistant Minority Leader: Jon Kyl ph: 202-224-4521 fax: 202-228-0034

Very important message from Vets for Equine Welfare. Please check the Anti Slaughter thread on the Discussion Board.

It was our pleasure to host a telephone conference call with many of the State Leaders on Saturday. Their enthusiasm and commitment are amazing and it is an honor to work with such dedicated people. We still need help in many areas. For those of you who would like to get involved, contact sbreaux1@verizon.net. Or you can find your own state leader listed on the WIKI page. You will find it very rewarding!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR STATE GROUP LEADER, STEPH!!

We are BARBARO's VOICE.....let it be heard!!

Shelley and Debra

Posted by: ShelleyA at January 17, 2008 11:56 PM

Cheers,
Friar Tuck

Good morning Barbaro/Alex & all FOBs,
Congratulations to Rags to Riches for winning the moment of the year honors,she ran her heart out in a historic race.also to Curlin for horse of the year,I am sure Big B is proud of you both.

RIP Hesanoldsalt.Saw you race in Tampa a couple times ,and Zito is a horse lover thru and thru.
Prayers for Irene Griffith,who's 9 year old quarterhorse "Rocky"was shot between the eyes yesterday in Riverview Florida.They do not know who,or why,but the poor woman is despondent.See DB for link.
RIP ROCKY,run with Foggy and Barbaro.Hope they catch the monster who did THIS atrocity.

Good morning all

Much of the racing affected by rain, rain, rain here. Ireland is a washout.

Good to see old-timers back yesterday, and the mention of some names.

#### Robyn, I don't hear from Jo at all. I think she has turned away from racing altogether. I do miss her in the mornings with her "Good morning Barbaro...my sweet baboo and wonder-horse". I always seemed to get the theme from Champion, the Wonder Horse stuck in my brain for the rest of the day and the words suited Barbaro so well. Shelley would be still up and then Marg would arrive and Janice and you. Seems such a long time ago now.

### Eileen

There has been no announcement that I have seen about Ouija Board lately. I do check quite often now. I'm also looking out for foals of George Washington. There is at least one due - and maybe as many as 8 or 12. No-one sees very clear on the subject.

Good morning, fellow Fans!

Waking up to yet more snow in the Downeast state this morning. Not supposed to amount to much but they are calling off schools left and right, including my university.

So good to see all the names yesterday. And Hi to Liz in UK - Yes, I miss Jo and the early conversations here. Hope you weather improves and no racehorses suffer because of the footing.

I'm off to put my unexpected day off to good use.

Marg
Proud Fan of Barbaro forever

Morning Marge,I do not miss the snow in Downeast Maine.You can have it :) all up there.It was always pretty on the beach though.

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Hay, FOB's! This is a little off-topic, but relevant to us animal lovers...I read this morning where one of the "survivors" of Tatiana's escape has admitted to harassing Tatiana - that he and his friends were drunk, high.

The truth finally came out.

Healing, Love,Peace
ONS
Padme

Good Friday Morning FOBs - TGIF!!!

So sad about Hesanoldsalt.

Lyn - I'm not surprised to hear that about Tatiana. They were saying that from day 1.

My prayers for Irene and her loss of"Rocky". Unbelievable, really.

Let's close this week by making lots of noise to Congress. They know the truth, just won't do the right thing. Persistence and determination DO produce results, so let's just keep doing what we've been doing.

Brenda - I agree with you. I could live to be 100 and never see another snowflake and I'd be happy. I like to see it on TV and in movies, that's about it.

Have a wonderful day everyone!!

Janice
A forever FOB

Good morning and happy Friday to all FOB.
Keep calling and have a great weekend.

RIP Hesanoldsalt.

I cheered for you many times. Enjoy your new life in Equine Heaven.

Leslie in MN

Kate here - finished my morning emails. Hope everyone has a great weekend. Prayers for all those in need.

http://forums.delphiforums.com/n/mb/message.asp?webtag=alexbrown&msg=18901.1
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

AMERICAN VETERINARY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
HURTING, NOT HELPING, HORSES

January 17, 2008 (Washington, D.C.) - Amid claims that animal welfare advocates are to blame for the steep increase in horses going to Mexico for slaughter, the Washington, D.C.-based Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) today fired back. The group, which has been at the forefront of the effort to end the slaughter of American horses for human consumption abroad, pointed the finger of blame directly at the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) for its culpability in the suffering of American horses.
“From day one, AWI has worked to end the slaughter of American horses here and over the border. The AVMA, on the other hand, has lobbied Congress to block passage of the American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act,” said AWI’s deputy director of government and legal affairs, Chris Heyde.
Records show that AWI has a long history of working with Members of Congress to pass the American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act (AHSPA), which would prohibit the slaughter of horses here for human consumption as well as their export for the same purpose. While the federal bill passed the U.S. House of Representatives by a landslide vote in 2006 it is pending on Capitol Hill. Meanwhile, AWI successfully worked with legislators and activists in Texas and Illinois to close the country’s three remaining horse slaughter plants last year under state law.
“AWI actively worked in Texas and Illinois to close those plants. Citizens there wanted the plants gone and Congress had failed to pass a ban, so the states invoked their right to control what happens to horses within their own state lines. But the goal for all genuine equine advocates, of course, is passage of the federal bill. That’s why we’re taking off the gloves with the AVMA on this,” said Heyde.
*****Documents held by AWI show that the AVMA is part of a coalition founded by the companies that own the defunct domestic slaughterhouses which are now exporting horses to Mexico and Canada for slaughter. The coalition’s primary goal is to block passage of the AHSPA.
“It’s ironic that those screaming the loudest about the mass exports are actively working with the very same slaughterhouses that are shipping our horses to Mexico. How the AVMA can claim to be acting in the name of animal welfare is anyone’s guess,” said Heyde. “While they’re helping to send horses to Mexico for slaughter AWI is working to shut the trade down. We’re also promoting responsible horse ownership, combating unscrupulous breeding and working to ensure placement of horses in need through our leadership in the Homes for Horses Coalition. I think it’s pretty clear who has the best interest of the horses at heart, and it’s not the AVMA.”

S 311and HR 503 just pass the dam bill now! Stop the transport to Mexico and Canada now.

Here what I am faxing today!

###Dia, I am so very sorry for your loss of Oliver, know that you did everything right by him and he is forever whole now. It is so very hard to let go, I know. We're here for you, please come any time when you need comfort. Take care,(((Dia)))

Judy

Pain in my heart this morning,

Tears on my cheeks this morning,

Awakening to the sad news of the death of Hesanoldsalt,

Another racehorse I had allowed into my fragile heart is gone,

At least he had people who loved him...

Rest in peace, HESANOLDSALT, and may light perpetual shine upon you. Run the verdant pastures of heaven, dance among the clouds...Barbaro will remmeber you from the competition of your earthly race - may you romp through eternity together.

Hay, FOB's!

Finished today's communication with our Senators. We have to stay constant in our determination to end the horror - forever. I live for the day when the screaming stops.

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My prayers and tears to Irene and the sweet soul of Rocky. His sacrifice will bring deep-seated pain to the surface.

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Blessings to HESANOLDCOLT - I saw the picture and fell apart. I know he will LOVE Hevvin...

Take care, everybody. You are all the greatest.

Healing, Love, Peace
ONS
Padme

Good Morning All,
The tears fell from heaven this morning for Hesanoldsalt. RIP

Tatiana, You did what had to be done sweetie.

My prayers for Irene and her loss of"Rocky. They will pay the price.

Good Monring Barbaro,
Hugs and kisses to you this morning.

Good morning to all.

We (I actually have three friends that are going to go out with me) are going out this afternoon and hold up our "Mike Huckabee Eats Horses, Google It" signs on busy street corners during rush hour this evening. Want to try and change a few more minds in the Upstate before SC Rep. primary tomorrow.
Ole Huckleberry went to another rally (Klan meeting) up in our neck of the woods last night and professed his love for the Confederate flag, openly and loudly (with the rest of the brotherhood). This guy is really scary.

I also worked on my Barbarotini recipe last night and this is what I have:

Prepare glasses: melt some chunks of dark chocolate in a saucepan, stir until smooth.
Dip the rims of martini glasses into the chocolate and immediately lift and let drip a moment before standing upright. Let harden (will harden better if you place in frig to chill for about 15 minutes).
Side note: while the chocolate is still soft, you can also then dip the rims into sugar prior to letting the rims harden.

Then, the fun part:
In your martini shaker....

1 1/2 oz. of Vanilla Vodka (we used Stoli)
1/2 oz. dark creme de cacao (want to keep that dark "bay" color to it)
1/2 oz. heavy cream (we made a couple with half and half and it worked okay too)
1/2 oz. Frangelico (I like the "nutty" taste, but you could leave this out and it would still be a good drink)
1/2 oz. dark chocolate liquer (we used dark Godivas)
1/2 oz. Creme de Menthe (got to get the mint in there)

Shake with ice and strain into the prepared cocoa rimmed martini glass. Then garnish with Andes mint shavings.

Got a forward this a.m. from a friend in Maryland, animal photos with puppies and kitties sleeping with hedgehogs, etc.

Last photo is two big dogs playing tug of war with a Michael Vick jersey.

Loved it.

Catherine,
Go get Huckaboo. YUMMY on the recipe, I'm on my way.

I've never written before, but I read your postings, Alex, and all the comments by the FOB's. Thank you all for keeping the Barbaro spirt alive. I really appreciate your effort.

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

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Catherine Owen:) 'Mayhaps' you should also include the fried squirrel, prepared in the popcorn popper....:/ What a DISGUSTING man!!!

Also....THANKS:) Catherine, for the yummy sounding Barbarotini Recipe...I've passed it around to some frens:)

HAPPY FRIDAY, ABR FAMBLEE!!! Yippee-Skippy!!! We've made it through ANOTHER week!!!

I'm faxing the AWI Report to the 'famous five' this day...+ two for Uncle Daryl!!! Dang!!! How DO these peeples SLEEP at night???? SHAME on them!!!

BTW: Wanna HELP THE HORSES????? Are you a member of a State Call Team??? IF NOT....WHY NOT????
It takes very little of your time....e-mail Stephanie Breaux and jump on-board!!! C'MON PEEPLES.....LET'S HELP THE HORSSSSSSEESSSSSS!!

Stephanie can be reached at: sbreaux1@verizon.net

If anyone of you might be residents of LA...I can be reached at: bobbys4everfriend@att.net

Everyone, have a great day today....Make your calls, send your faxes...send your e-mails....we MUST be Barbaro's voice....we MUST help those beauuuuuuutiful HORSEYS:)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

I can not thank all of you enough for all the prayers today for Luigi. I really appreciated the comments and stories from others with similar situations.

Luigi has a HUGE incision and is not moving around at all. Poor thing is terrified of the cone! I am home today keeping him comfy. It is 4 degrees here..Yikes

#######Diane: Thank you your story gave me great comfort.
########Skyler: I saw your post from work (I can read but not post) and loved the thought of everyone holding paws and hooves.
#######CJ: yes it's me MJ from the midwest group.
########Mary Jane in IN: so nice to meet another MJ from the midwest
######## Catherine Owne: That is sooooooo scary about Huckabee.
######## Evy: Hello!

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Evy
Glad to meet you, stick around and post often.
Join in the fight.

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To all who is reading and not posting.
Anyone from Alabama? We need help, we have no co-sponsor from our state. Jump on the bandwagon and help stop the transport of the horses!
email me at Debbie

I thank you and the horses will thank you!

Good Morning Barbaro

So much sadness this morning Barbaro with the loss of a couple of your frens....please be with God and greet them through heaven's gate. We love you...and we are united as a family getting tasks done...Love you!

Good Morning Family/Fans of Barbaro

Prayers to those who need them who are suffering a loss, those who are sick, and just to everyone in our family....

Please call, fax, email....National Call Day is fast approaching....let us join hands and work as a mighty force and get this bill passed quickly. I pray that our so-called Congress opens their hearts, minds, and souls...and listen to its people.

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

Jen...my prayers go out to those two poor horses...waiting to be seized and go to Longmeadow. Also...so sorry about Rocky...may who did such cruelty...be punished.

Have a nice day.

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Good Morning Alex
Good Morning Tim and Fair Hill
Our FAllen Angels...we are here.

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Also...if anyone here in Texas lives close to M.D. Anderson Hospital...I need some information for a friend who has bone cancer....please help me and email me at joan77521@aol.com...thanks.

Awakening to more loss from the TB world. What a shocker for Zito...so senseless. and the horse in FL: well, that just defies logic, sense, order...well, I guess we just have to pray that the cretin is caught and punished...but the poor owner. Even capture of her horse's killer will really do her no good...

I would be crazy about the safety of my other horses.....

Yesterday was AMAZING> and like I said, we're going to need this sense of unity and courage in numbers.

So call, help the rescues as you can, and let's get these damned bills passed.
Courage: j

Support to Ollie's mom and to Luigi's people and normal recovery for that little muffin-cat.

### Just spoke with Earlene Cole from Longmeadow Rescue. She called about the 2 horses down the road from me that have been abandoned. They are getting right on it and are going to try to get help for these horses right away. One very important thing she told me is that The claims that the closing of the slaughter plants would lead to more abuse and starvation of horses is not holding up. they have not seen an increase over the normal amount of neglect than they did before. This is very important for the argument in DC. I am going to forward this info on the Daryl. But the good news is that help is on the way for these 2 poor neglected horses. Jen

Ha, ha, Lynne Brown,
So you keep up with my rantings about Huckleberry out on WORD NEWS RADIO here in Greenville. :) its good to know people are reading that stuff. I just don't know where all the support Huckleberry is getting is coming from. I guess his Christian Conservative Right (aka Klan). He disgusts most people I talk to. I guess the brotherhood just doesn't talk to little ole women like me :)

As for the Barbarotini's I am nominating them as my drink of choice for Derby Day. (Mint juleps are the historical choice, but bourbon is just not my drink).

Here is Joe!!!

Friday, January 18th... Cat Surge, a beautiful gelding we called Sarge, has a new home with an event trainer in Davis. Sarge hops on a trailer later today, which gives us a much needed stall. This weekend Hoofbeats Horse Transportation will bring us several new race horses. We are scrambling for space. Our round pens are slowly drying, and there is no rain in sight.

Also later today a skinny mare living in Folsom will be moved to her new home in Woodland. The mare might be a thoroughbred, and she is probably 12 or 14. A big Thank You to Jennifer Wright for providing the transportation.

And tomorrow a take your breath away mare living in Martinez will be moved to her new home in Vacaville. The mare is picture perfect, and she is probably a thoroughbred. A big Thank You to Holly Meeks for providing the transportation.

We have a list of 36 horses in need. If you are able to provide a home for one of these horses give me a call. And if you live in the Sacramento or San Francisco area we will be happy to provide transportation. Jennifer Wright, Holly Meeks, Georgia Hartman and Stephanie Diaz are standing by. All gassed up and ready to go.

(more to come)

Good morning, family -

Just checking in before I go to monitored-computer-use work.
So sorry to hear about Hesanoldsalt. John and I liked him.
Jen in KY - Hope the starving horses made it through the night, and that Animal Control will act in time to benefit the poor beasties. That's got to be tough.
Good morning, Robyn Hoffmann, most civil of us all! And...
Welcome, Evy. Hang in with us!

Later, folks. In the meantime, love and comfort to all in need, four-legged and two-legged, and have a Barbaro day, courage and kindness.

- Jean

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Jen
Thanks for the update, happy the 2 horses will be going to Longmeadow Rescue soon.

The claims that the closing of the slaughter plants would lead to more abuse and starvation of horses is not holding up. they have not seen an increase over the normal amount of neglect than they did before. This is very important for the argument in DC.
Thanks again plan to use this today!

Evy,
Welcome! Please join us and post.

The January Hay Ride for Miracle Horse Rescue is on. The theme is:MHR: Our Tribute to Barbaro Memorial Hay Wagon Ride

Very special prizes donated by dedicated FOB's

Our Tribute to Barbaro Memorial Hay Wagon Ride

Ro & Brady

Both of those horses must have just passed over to meet Barbaro, the sun just came out.

WELCOME HOME ...... APPLE, JERRI AND NELLIE

Miracle Horse Rescue's "miracle" PMU mares who arrived late yesterday, delivered into the arms of angels, Rob and Stephanie, and all of the aunties who joyously awaited their arrival.

SCR NEEDS YOUR HELP!

SCR is asking for help in finding low cost, good quality hay! Our hay supplier is short this year by 1000 bales - that is 1000 bales of hay we were counting on to feed our horses! If anyone knows of a good quality hay supply for a decent price in the East Granby, CT area, or knows of a hay supplier willing to deliver, please contact Amy at SCREquineRescue@yahoo.com. We will give a tax write off for discounted prices! We need to feed these horses!

SCR's Card-A-Thon was a huge success!
The winner is HANS! Hans was kind enough to share his prize of bran mash with the rest of the barn, so everyone got a squishy, delicious treat. Thank you to everyone who sent a card in. Keep your pens and stamps handy though...Valentine's Day is just around the corner!

SCR'S ANNUAL CALENDARS ARE DONE!!
Now is the time to purchase your 2008 calendars. They can be seen at our cafepress and zazzle stores.

RIP TATIANA

You didn't deserve to die this way.

JOE CONTINUED: dAMN, THESE GUYS ARE GOOD...

Notes from all over:

Tis the season. Congratulations to Patti Lu, who has a new puppy from Animal Control. The puppy is a mixture of this and that, and his name is Benson.

Congratulations to Dylan Dunn, who has a new puppy from Animal Control. The puppy is a golden lab mix, and his name is Rock Star. Rocky for short.

Congratulations to Jodi Tuft, who has a new older dog from Animal Control. The dog was on borrowed time, and the very first thing she does is jump on the bed for a nap. My feelings exactly...

And congratulations to Heather Boyce, who is the proud new owner of a large yellow cat from Animal Control. The lucky cat only had one day left to be adopted, and then it was lights out. Along comes Heather, and now the cat is named Pumpkin.

Congratulations to Lisa Anderson, who is the happy new owner of a badly injured gelding from the race track. Lisa goes to school in Berkeley, and this is her very first horse.

And way to go Connie Myer, or it could be Mier, and she is the happy new owner of an older gelding who is neglected. Connie watched as the poor gelding became skinny, so she went to the house and made an offer. The gelding is now named Clark, and he is a quarter horse with color. Connie says her kids are grown and gone, and Clark is now her number one focal point. Always liked that term. Focal Point.

Notes from our ranch:

Gidget is doing great, though she is still very sore. The starving gelding Adam has gained at least 50 pounds, and he is becoming a sweetheart. The starving gelding Moose has gained 30 or 40 pounds, and he is not so sweet. The badly broken knee of Gone Cattin has reduced in swelling, but he will not be jumping fences anytime soon. The badly broken ankle of Time Warp has reduced in swelling, and he is still popping his pain pills. The bowed tendon of Smoking Gears has mostly healed, and in our fields he is a prankster. Olympic Spirit has left her boyfriend Califo, and she is now dating Red River Valley. Califo is not happy with this sudden turn of events. And Governor Lee undid the latch to his gate, and I never realized what a beautiful mover he is. Governor Lee is pure poetry on 4 legs, and it took more than 30 minutes to catch him.

Enjoy your cold and clear Friday, and be sure to hug your horses. Home is where the big screen is. The Kings play in Detroit tonight, and you must bring a sense of humor to the couch...

Joe

###Evy, welcome, don't be hesitant about posting here, we are all famblee.

###Cahterine, you get 'em girl, I can't not fathom what or who would vote for this man. I had hoped his kind had gone by the wayside and into the 21st century, guess not, huh?

Judy

HONORING BARBARO'S LIFE AND LEGACY 1-29-08...if you are planning to participate in this tribute and want to mail your donations to Lyn Gilbert rather than using PayPal, checks should be in the mail today - tomorrow at the latest! (There is no mail delivery on Monday - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day...)

I am THRILLED to announce that 132 very generous people have contributed nearly $5,200 to honor Barbaro and benefit the Laminitis Fund at New Bolton...and think of all the horses who will be helped in the future!

Everything you need to know to participate can be found right here: OVER THE TOP FOR BARBARO

If the link doesn't work for you, please email me mllebutterfly@sbcglobal.net for all the details...the deadline for contributions is next Wednesday, January 23rd.

Thanks for your loyalty and determination to honor the BIG BOSS HORSE!

Nancy

###Nancy CT, and Lyn, thank you for organizing and getting this to come together for Barbaro and all the horses. And, WOW that dontation is going to be fantastic.

Judy

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MJ - Glad to hear Luigi came thru his surgery with flying colors! Keep warm!

Catherine Owen - I am loving what you are doing to Huckleberry!! That is one scary man.

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Jen - sorry about the "in KY" earlier! Brain dead on this lovely Friday morning. Thank you for the update. (I should know it's not KY, with Longmeadow involved! Yikes)
- Jean

###Jean- if it makes you feel any better, I wish I was in KY Jen

Huckabee: he's a dinosaur...part of the Grand Confederacy--I guess no one let him know that THEY LOST THE WAR. Very scary. It's a condition mostly found among Old White Guys.

Some generation it'll be over. But when? And that he wraps his cause in The Confederate Flag (which, IMHO, belongs in museums and certainly, if flown, belongs BENEATH the American flag)eats road kill and if truth be acknowledged, eats the very animals that carried the South into battle, and were killed by the thousands on the battlefields.

Ach: People (and I use this term loosely) like this make me think about getting trained in the use of a gun, and I hate guns too....

So, Catherine, be careful in your forays against this idiot and his syncophants. Weird stuff happens Down South. And I don't want it happening to you or Timmie (That's his name, right??)

Be safe. j

Good Morning Famblee

We wake to sadness this morning with the loss of another valiant warrior horse, a famblee member's beloved Oliver and the murder of a beloved horse. For those who have suffered loss, I am so sorry and know the grief you feel.

I do not understand animal abuse. I just don't get it because my furkids are my life. Whoever shot Rocky will likely harm a human down the road. I hope they get this person.

Prayers for Luigi's recovery.

Catherine....your recipe sounds delicious. I bet you had a fun time with research and development on that one. Wish I had been there although I'm more a Barbabrew kinda gal.

OK....I've got some good news. The Big Boned Gals arrived safely yesterday afternoon at MHR and are settling in nicely. They all have pretty big bellies so there may be 3 baby drafts on the way and YES, they will be on MareStare. There is an hysterical video of their arrival. I am a failure at blue link 101 but here's the link.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hBnP68_9ws8

There are pictures on the Apple/Jerri/Nellie thread on the DB http://forums.delphiforums.com/alexbrown/messages?msg=18208.1345

Please buy some tickets for the Hay Drive. There are really great prizes every month and these 3 big girls are like feeding 6.

Onward with Calls & Faxes.....Everybody keep on and don't forget National Call In Day next Tuesday.

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Jonna
Hay I am in the south born and plan to die here , That's a little hurtful!

The Big Boned Gals arrived

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CATHY P - as a proud member of the "mad blue-linkers society" I've got your back!

Everybody, for the warm fuzzies today, check out this link to the homecoming video...such beautiful ladies, forever safe now!

ARRIVAL OF THE BIG GIRLS AT MIRACLE HORSE RESCUE

Hay Pennsylvania, our horses need your help!

As Shelly and Debra have repeatedly told us, we cannot get these bills to a full vote without MORE COSPONSORSHIP. Pennsylvania is a big Ag state, and we are fighting a tough lobby. WILL YOU HELP US?

We are Team Barbaro Pennsylvania. Our team is now close to 60 strong and we’d like more of you to join us! We have 9 legislators who have not co-sponsored the bills. We are experiencing success! We do need more assistance, however...

There are 3 or 4 names to call, fax or email each day Monday through Thursday. It takes but a few moments to speak for the HORSES!

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's Email Addy.

OUR HORSES NEED YOUR HELP!

A few minutes each day for our Horses it not much to ask.

WE GET IT.

Lor in PA

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Thanks for the video Debbie...big girls....
so pretty....the black ones were a little skittish but I loved everyone including the barn animals all being curious.

Cathy Potter....I envy all of you going to MHR...it has to be a blast!

Yes...Catherine...you and Timmie...please be careful.

Jen...thanks for the update of the two horses...they will be at a place full of love and care...

The big Gals are just beautiful. Debbie thanks for posting. cathypotter how lucky you are.

Here.

### Joan - MD Anderson has a wonderful website, tons of info. Also they have doctor's that do "satellite" care. We have one up here in Santa Fe. MD Anderson, no better place to go!

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Joan Roya
The big girls are scared to death of the little turkeys LOL
curious! that's what got Willber the turkey killed last year at MHR. Poor thing.

HI
FOB,
ALL HAVE A GOOD FRIDAY,& SAFE WEEKEND. EVERYONE KEEP WARM, TEMPS ARE TO GET DOWN THERE....THIS WEEK END BURRRRRRR
*** DON'T FORGET TO SAY THOSE PRAYERS FOR ALL OF THE LOST ANGELS & THE ONES IN NEED.. MISSING BARBARO.. AS ALWAYS...

P.S. SPECIAL THANKS TO YOU " ALEX " FOR THIS "SPECIAL WEB- SITE."
DIANE / FROM PA

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DIANE
Are you near Fair Hill?

Debbie L.A.,
Thank God those three beauties are in excellent hands.

Hesanoldsalt With Barbaro At Rainbow Bridge. All, All Love.

All, All My Love And Prayers For Angel Irene For Rocky.

My Heart Goes Out.

Affirmed

So So Beautiful And Warm Welcome To Angel Evy.

All My Love.

Affirmed

Debbie L.A.

NOTICE, my dearest Debbie-Friend-of-Joe: I said MEN>>>>not women. Women are always the salt of the Earth, know instinctively what is right.

I am sure that there were no women running around under sheets during the heyday of the Klan...

I love you girl! `I did not mean to offend--certainly not you!!

Debbie la:

BTW: re the "turkey herd" as Stephanie calls them, and tells them to "GET!! GET!!" on the tape, and I am fairly sure than the tip of her boot was also involved....

Did you notice idiot Son-of-Wilbur displaying his grand plumage to the Big Girls??? What a dolt.

AVMA; start living up to your mission of bettering the lives of animals, especially horses--support anti horse slaughter legislation, and start being part of the solution! I believe there is NOTHING that the FOBs cannot do. We will work out systems to get hay and grain where needed. It's time for the breed associations to become part of the solution. IN BARBARO'S NAME WE WILL GET THIS DONE!

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Tatiana---we knew the truth all along.

Hesanoldsalt--enjoy heaven, dear soul.

And 44 degrees? Brutal? Oh, Alex. We're supposed to have wind chills below zero this weekend. I am not coming out of the house.

Peace to all,
Kathy and the girls

I enjoy listening to Stephanie, she has a great soothing voice.

We have a Wilbur at our rescue he walks around all puffed up and full of himself gobbling. Yes jonna dolt. LOL

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Renee
Yes and we will get to see the births of three.

Alex all the 6 babies born are colts! Interesting.
Everyone knows how I feel about breeding : (

The Government cries about all the Wild Horses,
why not geld the stallions. If the Government spends 40.000A year to care for the Wild horses.
Rep’s Bonner said this!
Gelding, guess that’s too easy?
Anyway I am off to do some faxing now!

Kathy,
20 degrees here in CT, I'm snuggling with the horses for sure. Burrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

"God's Love In Rainbows"

From God's Loving Heart
Angel Barbaro
Our Angel Horses
The Famblee Of So So Beautiful Angels Here
Love
Comfort
Angelic Giving Hearts
Support
Sacred Prayers
Divinity
In Rainbows
In Love
Barbaro's Halo Is Glowing
All The Beautiful Colors Of The Rainbow
It Is Love........

The Most Beautiful Rainbow Barbaro........8......
..Halos.......

Affirmed Rainbows.......

Affirmed

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Jonna
love you!
Got to go fax, LATER all!

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Margie...thanks...
my friend....long story wants to take his dog, Greta...so another friend of his is driving him from Kerrville and he has a dog, also...they need to see where they can stay pet friendly.

extra Fri 1/18 national target list (HAHS)

Still waiting for HAHS list to be posted at their Yahoo Group site. Meanwhile - IF you're done with the ABR Strategy list & State directions & STILL want to do more - you can go here:

http://forums.delphiforums.com/alexbrown/messages?msg=15321.10

for a good alternate target list from AWI/SAPL.

### Joan, I believe there is housing there allowing pets. It's on the site.

I am so excited about the big donation to New Bolton Center in memory of Barbaro. Lyn, thanks for the update on contribution totals. The Fob's are really coming through to honor our hero.
Marcia

###Jen and Longmeadow Rescue Ranch - I am going to pray for that rescue to come real soon.

Congratulations to MHR, Apple, Jerri, Nellie, the brat turkey herd, and everyone else. What a great story. :-}

AFTERNOON REPOST

STRATEGY FOR FRIDAY JANUARY 18

HSUS NATIONAL CALL IN DAY SCHEDULED FOR JANUARY 22. For more information go to the Anti Slaughter thread on the Discussion Board or the Wiki page.

Our voices are being heard and the support is growing. You should all be very proud of our accomplishments. We would urge you all to respond to the NY Times article. Remember, responses will only be accepted by the newspaper for 7 days after an article is published…..which was January 11.

The strategy will remain the same until January 22 or until we are told otherwise. We will keep the pressure on the leadership to get S311 put on the calendar quickly or to support any legislation that contains language to end horse slaughter and the transportation of American horses to slaughter.

LIST WITH LEADERSHIP OFFICE TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Senate Majority Leader: Harry Reid ph: 202-224-2158 fax: 202-224-7327

Senate Minority Leader: Mitch McConnell ph: 202-224-3135 fax: 202-226-1374

Senate President Pro Tempore: Robert S. Byrd ph: 202-224-3954 fax: 202-228-0002

Assistant Majority Leader: Dick Durbin ph: 202-224-9447 fax: 202-228-0400

Assistant Minority Leader: Jon Kyl ph: 202-224-4521 fax: 202-228-0034

Very important message from Vets for Equine Welfare. Please check the Anti Slaughter thread on the Discussion Board.

It was our pleasure to host a telephone conference call with many of the State Leaders on Saturday. Their enthusiasm and commitment are amazing and it is an honor to work with such dedicated people. We still need help in many areas. For those of you who would like to get involved, contact sbreaux1@verizon.net. Or you can find your own state leader listed on the WIKI page. You will find it very rewarding!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR STATE GROUP LEADER, STEPH!!

We are BARBARO's VOICE.....let it be heard!!

Shelley and Debra

Posted by: ShelleyA at January 17, 2008 11:56 PM

What a way to end the week. God Bless Priscilla Presley!

Rescued horses go to Graceland
Priscilla Presley adopts animals saved from slaughterhouse by Palermo woman

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PALERMO -- Max will never be able to thank Carol-Terese Naser for saving his life.
He will never be able to thank Priscilla Presley for adopting him and giving him a new home.

Then again, Max is a 3-year-old bay horse.

Max and his brother, Merlin, a magnificent chocolate-colored creature, were scheduled to be slaughtered -- along with four other horses in their family in QuŽbec -- last summer.

Naser, who has had horses of her own since she was a child, stepped into action and bought all six horses just days before they were to be taken to the slaughterhouse.

"If we hadn't done this when we did, they'd all be long gone," said Naser, of Palermo. "They would've been (killed) in QuŽbec."

Naser and her friend Cathy Cleaveland found out soon enough that it wasn't easy -- or cheap -- to care for six horses. So they decided to start fundraising.

"We sent T-shirts to celebrities we knew were passionate about animals," Cleaveland said. "We requested they autograph the shirt, then send it back. We were going to auction them."

Country crooner Alan Jackson, former Catwoman Julie Newmar and "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" host Ty Pennington, among others, signed and sent back the shirts for auction, Naser said.

Nothing, however, prepared Naser or Cleaveland for the phone call that would change Max's and Merlin's lives.

"I answered the phone and Priscilla Presley was on the other end," Cleaveland recalled with a laugh. "I didn't believe it at first."

Yes, that Priscilla Presley -- former wife of The King, Elvis Presley.

An animal lover, Presley told the women she wanted to adopt Max and Merlin to give them a permanent home at Graceland, the nearly 14-acre spread, 23-room mansion in Memphis that Elvis shared with Priscilla and their daughter until the couple's divorce in the early 1970s.

"I have always had a bond with horses," Presley said in a telephone interview Wednesday. "Elvis gave me my very first horse. It was the horses that made Graceland home to us."

Presley, who called herself "the kid who had to rescue all the animals" growing up, said that when she received the T-shirt from Naser and Cleaveland, the story of the near-slaughter struck her.

"It haunted me," Presley said. "I couldn't sleep because I couldn't imagine anyone wanting to do that."

Presley and Naser stayed in close contact over the next several months to work out the details of the horses' arrival at the national landmark.

"(Presley) is smart when it comes to animals," Naser said. "She knows the kind of care these horses need. She really gets it."

Max arrived at the estate Jan. 10 -- two days after what would have been Elvis Presley's 73rd birthday, Naser said.

Merlin will follow in the spring.

Presley, who called Naser's saving act "an unbelievable labor of love," said it is her desire to educate people about horse slaughter, including spreading the word about a national call-in day Tuesday to permanently ban the practice.

"I know the bill (to ban the practice) is stalled right now and I have no idea why," Presley said. "I would urge everyone to call their senators and U.S. representatives about this."

For Naser's part, she hopes people would view the equines as more than just standard farm animals.

"(Max and Merlin) are a symbol of horses who escaped the slaughter," she said.

Meghan V. Malloy -- 623-3811 Ext. 431

mmalloy@centralmaine.com

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AF_Vet of Leeds, ME
Jan 18, 2008 12:20 PM
To play devil's advocate - what happens to all the horses that would have been slaughtered if and when this law is passed? I dispise the thought of a slaughter, but I also fear that all the horse rescue operations will be overwhelmed with neglected and starving horses. Who pays the bill for all of these "rescued" horses? BTW - we have a rescued horse, and he was about 250-300 pounds underweight when we got him. He is now a healthy thriving loved member of our family.

Jaymie Dugas of Dover, NH
Jan 18, 2008 9:47 AM
Horses are also slaughtered for dog food and glue, which is absolutely senseless in my opinion. Horses are beautiful and useful animals.

Jaymie Dugas of Dover, NH
Jan 18, 2008 9:44 AM
Horses are also slaughtered for dog food and glue, which is absolutely senseless in my opinion. Horses are beautiful and useful animals.

Carole-Terese Naser of Palermo, ME
Jan 18, 2008 8:57 AM
Horses are slaughtered because the American public does not know this practice exists. This is an industry with a quick cash turnover for the owner, slaughter dealer and slaughterhouse. It is an easy way to dispose of unwanted horses for irresponsible or unaware owners. No questions asked, the slaughter dealer simply comes to picks up the horses. For more information on the Six Horses Saved, including Max, visit the Six Horses Saved web site at www.freewebs.com/sixhorsessaved. Click on the section "About Horse Slaughter."
My background includes work in the area of animal welfare investigations into horse slaughter. In Maine, unwanted camp horses, Quarter Horses, work horses and others are quickly transported to the Richelieu Quebec slaughter plant in less than 5 hours. The plant slaughters on Monday mornings, so we see the trucks transporting horses through Maine on Sunday afternoons. The method in which horses are trnaported and then killed is just horrific. There is nothing humane about this sort of death. Horsemeat is shipped to Europe and Japan. Currently, there are no horses slaughtered in the U.S., however, the Illinois plant may reopen. The public has no idea about the reality of horse slaughter, and anyone who justifies the practice is in denial regarding the great cruelty involved. Or making fast money on these innocent animals. There is also little connection between starving horses and this industry, for the slaughter dealers look for well fed horses, not thin animals. If you have ever sold a horse to a dealer or taken one to an animal auction, the oddes are high that your horse was taken to slaughter. We are trying to pass the bill mentioned by Priscilla Presley, the American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act. It languishes in Congress. It is up to the American public to decide the future fate of our horses. In essence, it is up to you. Thank you.

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A follow up to the article.

Lets leave our mark and leave comments.

http://morningsentinel.mainetoday.com/news/local/4669541.html

Save a Horse

Hi everyone

A heads up on a new fundraising campaign. The Ky Equine Humane Center is having a horse show in Shelbyville, KY on March 29, 2008. All proceeds from the horse show will go to KyEHC.

I am soliciting donations from FOBs to sponser a class. The cost of sponsoring a class is $250.00.

Please go to the Discussion Board, Horse Rescues, Fundraising for KyEHS for more detail. Or you can search by message number (18926.1).Or you can e-mail me privately and I will get you the necessary information.

Have a great weekend

Debbie L.A.,
You are the best!!!!! Thanks for the blue link. :)

She's Got It.

Dear Sirs,

I want you to know that, I have lost all faith in the AVMA.

Your rebuttal to the HSVMA newsletter, is feel-good nonsense.

Have you heard the phrase "losing the forest for the trees"? This means that someone is paying so much attention to a small detail that he or she is missing the big picture.

I will bet that the horses that go to slaughter don't view themselves as a "small detail" and nor should you. You have sworn an oath to "not do harm" and you have done so much more harm than good.

Your lack of compassion for our animals is appalling. I am looking forward to the day that I will be able to choose a vet that is not associated with your organization.

Sincerely,

Marjorie Caruso
New York, NY 10065

http://horses.generitek.com

Can't access everything from school, but I will make my commenst when I get home,

Thanks, Renee and Debbie !

The Comment Queen

Extra Friday 1/18 National Target List (HAHS)

IMPT UPDATE - IMO - please add this link to what you send out/talk about today and from now on until further notice - a new Press Release / WHITE PAPER from Vets for Equine Welfare [thanks Gail!]:

To view “Horse Slaughter – Its Ethical Impact and Subsequent Response of the Veterinary Profession”, click here: [link provided at DB thread referenced at the end of this message]

PREFACE/Heads-Up per Daryl Smoliak's feedback/ request: Ask the Senators who may support (plan to vote for) 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 calls.

IMO - convey the website vetsforequinewelfare.org to all your contacts - to counteract the position of the 2 big vet ass'ns. Links to their two latest antislaughter releases AND JUST-RELEASED WHITE PAPER are in the DB thread below.

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 breaux1@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 (Friday 1/18/08) 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 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."

Prior HS History: All voted for Ensign-Byrd in 2005; and Sen. Nelson cosponsored S 1915 last Congress.

NEBRASKA
Senator Chuck Hagel
Fax: 202-224-5213 Phone: 202-224-4224
248 Russell Senate Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20510-2704

Senator Ben Nelson
Fax: 202-228-0012 Phone: 202-224-6551
720 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20510-2705

NEVADA Note - on THIS call - as distinct from the ABR strategy call - to Sen. Reid - you are talking to him as a Senator from NV, not in his Senate Leadership position - be sure to ask him to cosponsor. (Note this is his regular office phone number, while the ABR list provides his Senate Leadership number.)

Senator Harry Reid
Fax: 202-224-7327 Phone: 202-224-3542
528 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20510-2803

NEW HAMPSHIRE
Senator Judd Gregg
Fax: 202-224-4952 Phone: 202-224-3324
393 Russell Senate Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20510-2903

IF you're done with the ABR Strategy list & State directions & the above list and STILL want to do more - you can go to ABR/DB message 15321.10 [link at DB thread below] for a target list from AWI/SAPL.

Please post at this DB thread

http://forums.delphiforums.com/alexbrown/messages?msg=18919.1

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 LIVING TRUTH

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

OY re Hesanoldsalt. See, doesn't only happen at the track - like St. Liam. They are so big and powerful and "things happen." Can't blame this one on spindly legs. OY. So sad - and I know that Frank Zito is one of the good guys. Condolences to all his connections.

Big Boaned gals

Eating, turkey coming to see them! LOL

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CatherineOwen

Hi Catherine and Timme!!!! The Barbarotini Recipe should get emailed to Churchill Downs for Derby Day!!! The proceeds from the sale of them could go to Laminitis Research or NTRA's retirement fund??? Neverless a good profitable fundraiser I think!!!???? Worth a try anyway...it's worthy of our boy!!!!

What do the rest of you say????

Hello Everyone,

Sue Balla from Field of Dreams horse rescue in Illinois posted a story under the discussion boards (General-Horse Related, 18933.1) regarding a cat who was abused, moved to another home and then injured in a car engine. She is trying to raise $500 for his surgery on Monday. Please help if you can. The link is called;

Cat Mangled in Care Engine Needs Surgery

Thanks,
Patti

Maribel,
I love the idea, we could try Belmont to since they have the Barbaro Race.

A number of people have asked for the email for the AVMA, this is where I wrote: avmainfo@avma.org

Best,

Marjorie

http://horses.generitek.com

A man of kindness, to his beast is kind.
But, brutal actions, show a brutal mind:
Remember, He who made thee, made the brute,
Who gave thee speach and reason, formed him mute;
He can't complain, but God's omnicient eye
Beholds thy cruelty - He hears his cry!
He was designed thy servant; not thy drudge,
But know - That his Creator is thy judge.

Unknown author from The Ladies' Equestrian Guide, 1857.

"They too, are created by the same loving hand of God which
Created us...It is our duty to Protect Them and to promote their
well-being. "
--Mother Teresa.

"Until he extends his circle of compassion to all living things, man himself will not find peace. " - Albert Schweitzer 1875 - 1965

Good night Everyone,
Have a good weekend.

Barbaro,
Stay warm, love you sweetie.

Have a good weekend Alex.

Goodnight Barbaro

Love you...always in our hearts, and souls! Keep your sweet spirit near us and thank you, Barbaro for who and what you are....a beautiful bay, named Barbaro.

Goodnight Family/Fans of Barbaro

Thank all of you for this magnificient day...so much going on....some sad, but mostly positive. Please call, fax, email...be prepared for Jan. 22. National Call In Day!

Please remember the rescues, just look at those beautiful big gals, part of a happy ending, our Fallen Angels, the ones suffering human or animal, our wildlife and always our loving family.

Have a bless weekend.

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Alex...do not think you can go sailing today....Stay safe and warm.

Tim and Fair Hill....thank you.
Our precious angels...we are here...we are so sorry for what you faced...we are giving our very best to get the Barbaro Bill Passed.

reposting

january 17,2008

the power of love

the whispers come in all degrees
off the track ,now empty

but now i have seen and felt
the weight of experience
in the loss that i hold close,now
and i am wondering if you feel that too

i have faced that sense of utter disbelief with the ending that
befell us all
from that day in may to january 29,2007

there is a way beyond ego of my own suffering

to reflect on the recent loss of someone's dear cat OLIVER AND NAYLA--

the love poured onto the family cat and the rescued horse

they fought so hard to live
their courageous and yes..elegance in their quiet suffering
almost like they by passed their pain
to show their love

perhaps
their journey points out to me
once more
how much the loved administered upon them
nurtured them and me in turn
nothing was in vain

it was just the right thing to do

this love given unconditionally
>seemed to grow their strength in being able to cross over so much easier
..i suspect
and have the chance to finish what ever they had to do
that everyone of you silently folded them ,as many others
-

this year
in to your history too
this unfolding story.
which is part of Barbaro;s story

.in which so many
,including myself , have found new definition of self

there is also a quiet glory
of those who continue giving
whether they post or not
i can feel them ..
all of them
their imprint is in the inflection of the spaces where they began --months ago

the calls keep coming
horses keep being rescued
money is raised for those in need
and Barbaro;s anniversary fund grows larger
the thousands add up

you wrap your arms around the little figure
trusting you
in the embrace of the moment
you wrap her ankles in splints and she gains strength
to face whatever fate gives her

this love that Barbaro grows
seems to me
everlasting
in my own life
friendships born, lessons learned
sacrifices made
that melt my heart

this love does not live for self alone
but seems to exist as one with the life around

the growth of that word ''compassion'' for the voiceless along the way
has led me to find a part of myself

maybe an awareness
of what could be called
a higher sense of giving loving
'' service''
the word jumping out
in the sorrow of seeing a tortured starving horse or
those awful..trucks
filled with dis-believing innocent victims of our corruption-- horses
being sent to slaughter..

there is a fulfillment in re living
his love of running
down that stretch of famous track
knowing how he fought in his stable
to retain his dignity and prowess
eating his grass
with relish to the very last moment
maybe for her too
to show her that he had the fight to live

to uphold his will
the attainment of this quiet fulfillment of having been given the chance to serve
and to listen with new attention
to the heartbeat of the voiceless
so often ignored in the past

one gives courage
to the other
and it all multipliesfor me
it is a pure joy to be blessed with such a tapestry

the unexpected sweep of a his and this
history

i can expect this vision to encompass all i do
so tonight
i send out another patch to the quilt

it is deep blue
laced in the woof of silver and gold threads
bordered by green and pink velvet ribbon

there is a distinct scent of a fresh kentuycky day
the wind blowing through the fields where he now runs whole and free

i rejoice
i rejoice even in the deep well of never ending grief
to know that after months of mourning
.i releae the pain into the fabric of his greatness

feeling the dirt of the track hoof prints filled now
with rose petals flying into the wind it is a gorgeous night here '
fresh gentle snow falls to cover that which seems dark and ugly

so i whisper
love will come find you
just to remind you of who you are
oh love it will not forsake you
not break you
take and hold what you got

that is the thing about love..
with every bit of giving
to those who he left behind
,his greatness will multiply
deep into this night and that night
he first floated above us all
i thank everyone
..for all they have endured and fought for and called for
IN HIS NAME
.
.it is a great
beginning
to his ever growing power
oh yes that love
shines
as he looks down upon you and asks
will you hear me?
can you hear me?

martita

Posted by martita goshen at January 18, 2008 5:18 AM [end of repost]

I've posted it here for convenience and posterity:

http://forums.delphiforums.com/alexbrown/messages?msg=18939.1

didn't see this at the DB and posted it there to make sure it has "maximum exposure" - crossposted with love and awe. CJ

My heart beats for your heart, Barbaro, always and forever! Run with the angels honey!

And all love to The Heavenly Herd! You take me to where angels walk!

My sincere sympathy, love and prayers to Mr. Zito and team for HESANOLDSALT, and to Irene for her ROCKY, my heart goes out to all.
We know Barbaro was personally at those huge golden gates up there to welcome both, and also OLIVER!

My heart is especially hurting for Irene - as whoever committed that horrid act is beyond sick. My Mom always says "God sees all things", but still we can't even begin to imagine how Irene must feel. That is horrific.

Thank you for posting the MHR video so I could see those beautiful ladies arriving at Stephanie's! Just want to hug them soooo . . .
What is with those turkeys??!!

God Bless you, too, TATIANA, we love you honey, always!

And a very special WELCOME to you EVY C. !!! This is a most special site with most special people - the Barbaro Nation!

########
NIKITA - THE HORSE LOVING HUSKY - Hello pretty girl! Your fave Husky weather is on the way for this weekend! I bet you have a twinkle in your eye for your Mum don't you? :)

RENEE - warm hugs and kisses on noses to all your pals in the barn! I've got some Valentines ready to go - keep us posted!!

Holding hands, paws, hooves, feets . . . with all the Barbaro Nation. Prayers, hugs, love to all, especially those in need . . . .

with love,
Lou Ann

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PLEASE FOR BARBARO'S ANNIVERSARY ....RESCUE...MARJORIE IN EUROPE HAS A RESCUE SHE NEEDS HELP FOR FINANCES TO HAVE THESE BABIES SAFE..PLEASE LET US HELP HER...IF ALL POSSIBLE.

Hay, FOB's!

###
Martita, dearest one, there is cold weather finally coming in so the quilting circle is going to start sewing indoors now.

The overstuffed chintz chair with the blue/green chenille throw awaits you as you come in from your day...and the soup simmers on the stove, the aroma of freshly baked bread meanders out from the kitchen...and the soft nickering of rescued horses greet you from the stable as you come into the house.

The cats are curled up in front of the fireplace and they open sleepy eyes to greet you and bid you welcome to the circle. The chair is so inviting as you quietly nestle yourself into its comforting depths...you wrap the chenille throw around you as the fire warms you down to your soul...and for just one brief second, you hear a familiar gentle nicker from hevvin...

Welcome home.

Good night, dear one.

Healing, Love, Peace
ONS
Padme

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crosspost from DB (excerpt)

Will it never end? Hoping the "survivor" is found and that there is some kind of "justice" for these two souls. This is the Humane Society that Longmeadows Rescue Ranch is part of.

Humane Society of Missouri wrote:

Two Dogs Thrown Off Union Overpass
One Dies as a Result of Serious Injury

This week the Humane Society received horrific news from the St. Louis City Police Department that a concerned citizen walking to his car witnessed two dogs that were thrown from the Union Avenue overpass.

The two dogs, a Pit Bull and large Golden Retriever or Akita mix, fell approximately 30 ft. onto the west side of the Union Avenue Receiving parking lot, which is just south of I-70.

It is with heavy hearts that we report that the pit bull has died. He suffered multiple fractures in both front legs, nerve damage, was unable to walk and was in nearly uncontrollable pain. After detailed consultation and examination of the dog, Humane Society veterinarians determined that it was in the dog’s best interest that it be humanely euthanized.

Although the other dog was able to run away, we are concerned that it may also have suffered serious injury. Our Rescues and Investigations team, along with Animal Control and the St. Louis City Police Department will continue to look for the missing dog.

We are offering a $2,500 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person/persons responsible for this abuse. For more information please click here. [link at DB post]

Medical care for the injured Pit Bull and costs for the continuing investigation are funded by our Chi Chi Fund, which is dedicated to investigating, healing and preventing animal abuse. Please help us prevent this grievous type of abuse and suffering by giving to the Chi Chi Fund. [link provided at DB post]

I'm glad to hear that Penny and Tim are back from their vacation. Happy that Binkley and all the horses are doing ok. Hope that Real Lace has a good and safe race.

To all in need of comfort hugs, healing wishes and prayers, please take care.

Alex, please be safe and all have a good week-end.

#######Patti,

Thanks for the heads up on Sue Balla and the poor kitty!

From the DB.........

Industry News | Posted 1/18/2008, 6:53 pm
Barbaro's little brothers progressing
By GLENYE CAIN OAKFORD
LEXINGTON, Ky. - Nearly one year after Barbaro's death, the 2006 Kentucky Derby winner's two full brothers, 2-year-old Nicanor and an unnamed yearling, are doing well. But it's too soon to say whether either will be able to fill his brother's shoes.

Nicanor is in training with the Stephens Thoroughbreds operation of John and Jill Stephens in Morriston, Fla., the same place Barbaro received his early training. The colt has progressed to 1o1/4-mile gallops, according to John Stephens, and could have his first breeze about mid-February. When he's ready, Stephens will ship him on to trainer Michael Matz.

"He's physically a very attractive colt," Stephens said. "Conformationally, he's pretty correct, and substance-wise, he has some scope. He doesn't have the length of leg Barbaro had at this point. Barbaro was gawkier at this stage, and Nicanor is a more attractive horse at this point.

"But none of that means anything until they can outrun something in the afternoon," he added.

Gretchen Jackson, who will head to Florida to see Nicanor again in about a week, also takes a cautious view.

"There's such heavy expectation put on him," she said. "You try not to, and you just hope he does something."

Barbaro's youngest sibling, a 2007 Dynaformer colt, is still gamboling around a pasture with about a dozen other yearlings at Mill Ridge Farm in Lexington. He is powerfully built but, like Nicanor and Barbaro, is of good size for his age.

"You can certainly see some Carson City coming out in him, because he has that muscling and stature," said Mill Ridge manager Bayne Welker. Their dam, La Ville Rouge, is by Carson City. "But his markings are more similar to Barbaro's than Nicanor's, because he has that star and a snip."

And the youngest brother appears to have some of the family charisma, Welker said.

"He is a spirited young horse who always feels good," he said. "He kind of has that aura around him."

For now, both bay colts are living out of the limelight, and that's good, say the horsemen overseeing their development.

"The Jacksons have been in this long enough to know there's no pressure," Stephens said. "We're all keeping it low-key, and Nicanor is getting to be a horse just like any other horse."

La Ville Rouge is not in foal this year, but plans call for her to be bred back to Dynaformer in February.

"I hope for the Barbaro fan base and for the Jacksons' sake that, somewhere down the line, La Ville Rouge catches lightning in a bottle a second time," Welker said.

Hiya, FsOB! I had to stay home sick with a ghastly head cold today. Brent said that I sounded like a chain-smoking, bourbon drinking lounge singer from WW II when I called in sick this AM.
I was so thrilled to read of Priscilla Presley's purchase of the rescued horses. It's awesome that she is supporting our legislation. Maybe she can help with some of the Congresspersons who are still "on the fence". Wishing each of you a super weekend!

#### To Catherine in SC: It's too scary to think that Gov. Huckabee is espousing his love of the Confederate flag. Why isn't this info getting on the national news? It's just appalling.
Welcome to Evy C.! Thanks for joining us.
Hello to Lou Ann: Ms. Nikita was glad to have me at home today. She's asleep on the office sofa right.
To Jen: I thank you for keeping us informed of what is happening to the two horses. I hope that those poor creatures get fed and watered soon!
To Liz in the UK: Thanks for reminding me of Jo's name. She was such a delightful member of the "Morning Club" here.
To MJ: I hope that Luigi wasn't too uncomfortable today. The day after surgery is always the worst, in terms of discomfort.
To Martita: Thank you for the lovely poem that you posted last PM. You are truly the Poet Laureate of The Barbaro Nation!
To Jonna & Cathy: Thank you for posting the update about the PMU mares. Glad that they are settled now. ####

#### To Margie U. in NM: Thank you for sending me your letter in support of Mayor Paula Bacon's nomination for a "Profile in Courage" Awrd. Your letter arrived safely yesterday. My thanks to you and Barb in AZ for sending me these letters. ####

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MJ thanks for that article did it have pictures of them, and if so do you have the web address?
I want so much too see new pictures of them both.

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Robyn Hoffmann
You must be the most organized person I know, have tried to post like that to everyone.
It never comes out right, hats off to you.
Hope your head cold.

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CJ
Hope they find the person and throw him from the dam overpass. Unbelievable, I don't think this world will last much longer. God will stop this!

#Robyn
Hope your head cold IS Better! GEE sorry!

I believe the article is from Daily Racing Form.

Luigi will barely walk today. I really think he is terrified of having the cone on. He slept and ate fine, but the minute we put the cone on him, he just stands still.

Good Friday Night FOBs,

Looking forward to the weekend and hoping it won't fly by like it usually does.

Blessings to all!!

Janice
A forever FOB

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LOL I also admire Robyn for being so organized. I spread my messages out over several posts !

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Robyn, You are welcome. Thanks for doing this for such a deserving lady !

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MJ...I've always said, if I EVER had to put a cone on Murphy....he'd need 'doggy psychology'!! I feel so badly for Luigi....:( It is just frightening him a little bit and I am hoping as time goes on, he will become used to it and then it will be coming OFF:) ohhhh, MJ!!! He will be such a HAPPPPPPYYYY BOYYYYY!!!! :)

At least Luigi 'freezes' in his doggy tracks, and stands still.....Murphy, I'm afraid, would go 'bezonkers' and hurt himself and 'alotsa' stuff in the house, too!!

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

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:/ I forgot to say, Robyn...I hope your head cold doesn't last too long!!! Hope you'll be feeling better VERY soon! Drat those horrid head colds!!:(

I'll be checking out the pictures of the 'Girls':)....the BIG GIRLS:) later on tonight or tomorrow...been an awfully long day today! Happy they have arrived safely at their 'new' home:) Hope those 'toikles' keep a safe distance!!!

Lyn & Nancy:) WOW!!! :) We are a strong and mighty group of peeples....!!! Barbaro knew what he was doing, when he 'hoof-picked' us!!! :)

I read the update about Nicanor and the little guy:) Some of us call the little guy, 'Dynasoar' until he gets his 'real' name:):)

All those Dynaformer/LaVille Rouge kidddds are intelligent/BIG/and GOOD LOOKERS:) Eager to learn, too!! I don't care what they do in the way of 'lighting up the tracks' with speed or winnnnns....I just want them to be happy kidddds and SAFE:) And in my opinion, I don't feel any of them need to be concerned about 'filling their older brother's shoes'....heck, they have shoes of thier own to grow into and fill:)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

MJ,
For a couple years I belonged to a yahoo group, K9KidneyDiet. One of the moderators developed a special diet for furkids that pretty much prevented additional stones (CaOx) forming in the bladder if it was followed exactly. I believe it was called the fuzzer food diet.

I hope Luigi starts feeling better, poor little guy.

Good evening, all -

### Robyn Hoffmann, I sure hope your head cold goes away soon, and strongly recommend chicken soup with as much cayenne pepper as you can stand. I know it works here!
### MJ - Sorry about Luigi's misery with the cone, but I couldn't help but laugh. Our big old dog Teela, (a pitcross who lived to be 16!), had a cone once, when she was spayed, and the tragic looks... Oh, my. In a way, though, it's good that he freezes in place. It'll keep him quiet for a few days, while those tissues heal and knit.
### - CJ - I received that on email today - (the article about the dogs thrown off the overpass) -and was just horrified. Poor babies. As an advocate for pitbulls and bully breeds in general, I, like many, had hoped that the Vick case would have a positive effect. It has, of course, in that many more people are now aware of these dogs as victims, not monsters. Unfortunately, there have been a series of "copycat" attacks on dogs, based in some cases on the details of the Vick crimes, and in others on the unholy realms of very dark imaginations. It's just ugly, and dovetails with the ghastly crap we see here all the time. How in the world anyone thinks they have a right to cause anguish to sentient beings is something I will never, never comprehend.

Ah, well, it's a hard life, and all we can do is be kind. Thank the universe for MHR and those Big Boned Gals, and for Our Mims, and for each and every one of you, who try, in the teeth of unbelievable odds, to make the sum total of goodness in the world larger each day.

Have a good evening, all.

- Jean