Hiya, FsOB! Wow, is it possible that I'll be the first poster today? Alex, thanks for the article about Big Brown; there's an awesome photo of Big Brown nuzzling against Michelle Nevin. So Sweet! But is Mr. Dutrow trying to use some sort of "psychology" on Kent Desmoureux? I'd be eager to see what others think when they read the link shown above. Have a productive day & I may not be on again tonight due to a town meeting, RMH

Morning skritches to the BBH, Sir JH, Gorgeous George, Belle, KeyKey and the rest of the glorious gang in Equine Heaven...

On their behalf:

MORNING POST ShelleyA/Debra, WI/AAHS:

STRATEGY FOR WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4

Both the Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi (D-CA), and Senate Majority Leader, Harry Reid (D-NV), have the power to bring the bill up for consideration in their respective chambers, therefore it is vital that as many people as possible, both at the grassroots level and internally within Congress, insist that the House Speaker and Senate Majority Leader do everything in their power to afford the bills legislative due process and bring them immediately to the floor for a vote.

Speaker of the House - Nancy Pelosi (D-CA)
DC Phone: 202-225-4965 Fax:202-225-4188

Senate Majority Leader - Harry Reid (D-NV)
DC Phone: 202-224-3542 Fax:202-224-7327

It is our understanding that more co sponsors would certainly facilitate our efforts with Speaker of the House Pelosi and draw the much needed attention to this legislation. For this reason, we will be posting the names of Representatives that we will be targeting.

Mike Pence – IN
Phone: 202-225-3021
Fax: 202-225-3382

David Loebsack – Iowa
Phone: 202-225-6576
Fax: 202-226-0757

Geoff Davis – KY
Phone: 202-225-3465
Fax: 202-225-0003

Steve Scalise – LA
Aide: Megan Bel
Phone: 202-225-3015
Fax: 202-226-0386

William J. Jefferson – LA
Phone: 202-225-6636
Fax: 202-225-1988

Steny H. Hoyer – MD
Phone: 202-225-4131
Fax: 202-225-4300

Please continue to gather information from your calls and pass that information on to us via email through the DB.

Finally, please mention '''Americans Against Horse Slaughter''' when making your calls and remind them that we are a non funded, grassroots group of people from across the country brought together for the sole purpose of passing this legislation. It is important that they know we have NO OTHER agenda.

We are '''BARBARO’S VOICE'''…… Let it be heard!!

Shelley and Deb

Posted by: Debra, WI at June 4, 2008 1:53 AM

Cheers,
Friar Tuck

Good Wednesday morning FOBs,

I hope everyone has a great day and I hope that somehow we can get Congress to listen to the voice of the American people.

Janice
A forever FOB

Peter Brette answers questions on Nicanor on the blog at bloodhorse.com. He calls him Nicky knocks and said he is incredible to be around.

###This direct quote from The Dillweed: "The only two times I've ever seen this colt have bad workouts is when Kent is up."

Now, I may not be the most socially "ept" person (I'm more INept), but it seems to me that if you're a racehorse trainer and you have the BEST horse of your career (a Triple Crown contender) and your career is now focused on a single race AND you stand to reap great rewards if the race goes as you brag--er, as you insist--that it will ... WOULDN'T IT BE SMART TO KEEP YOUR MOUTH SHUT IF YOU CAN'T SAY SOMETHING NICE ABOUT THE GUY WHO WILL SEE TO IT THAT THE HORSE GETS THE JOB DONE?

I mean, HELLOOOOO.

That comment was so rude. It was hurtful to Kent and to his FAMILY (who have been part of the coverage of the Derby AND the Preakness). Moreover, it demonstrates yet AGAIN that some of the PEOPLE connections to Big Brown have "Class without the Cl"--their taste is all in their mouths.

###Great picture of BB nuzzling his exercise rider. I've seen her interviews on television and she's a very focused and soft-spoken young woman. SHE is "Class with ALL the letters."

###Argggh.

###On a happier note: "Nicky knocks." I LOVE it ;o)

Good Morning Everyone,
It's a trough day here in CT, yup they are having a pool party up in hevin. Silly horses.

Good Morning Barbaro,
You are the Champion of my heart. I love you big boy.

KAY,
I agree with you, his group has no class, they are down right rude. I would love to see Big Brown win for his sake. I tend to question his abilities due to the steriods. His people are a bunch of cheats who do not care about the horse, only what he can bring them. How sad is that. I can't believe the racing association allows this to go on.

Two NEW CO-SPONSORS, Great news!
Good job FOB's

Total 203

Rep Carson, Andre [IN-7] - 6/3/2008

Rep English, Phil [PA-3] - 6/3/2008

Dutrow's not tactful, but undoubtedly correct: Big Brown has learned that Nevin's hands and seat mean "This is training, let's settle down and do the work," and Desormeaux's hands and seat mean "The race is on!" Doesn't mean Desormeaux's incompetent, just that Brown's got his number. (I once leased a jumper from a guy who still rode him occasionally and we rode two very different horses that otherwise inhabited the same body.)

And I wonder if jockeys usually make good exercise riders (even if they've been good exercise riders before)? Seems to me it's a different skillset, and someone would naturally be better at one than the other.

We picked up two more cosponsors on H R 503 for a total of 203 plus the sponsor. The new cosponsors are:

Rep Carson, Andre [IN-7] - 6/3/2008
Rep English, Phil [PA-3] - 6/3/2008

Thank Daryl for helping Mike, your the best!

HAY Y'ALL - This sure has taken us a LONG time to plan - but finally, here it is!!!!

As part of the festivities during our celebration weekend in July we're planning a golf tournament to benefit Mike Rea on Saturday, July 12th. When I say we - I'm referring to a group that keeps growing - FOB, Daryl Smoliak, who happens to be a golf pro has graciously offered his services and has been invaluable in getting us totally squared away. Unfortunately, our other FOB "golf person extraordinaire" and Mike Rea fan, Wendy, can't join us due to work - but I know she'll help us out behind the scenes. :o) Rachel has volunteered to help out "rounding up" the locals to the event. FOB Mary and Beverly are also helping out.

We thought perhaps that some FOB along with the locals might want to do something a litttle different during the scheduled festivities and what could be better than doing something that's fun and will also benefit Mike?

So here's the scoop: GOLF TOURNAMENT, SATURDAY, JULY 12, 2008 AT THE CHISEL CREEK GOLF COURSE, about 20 minutes from DelPark. Team event: four person scramble @ $95/per person. This includes golf, cart & practice balls. For those of you flying in - you can rent your clubs for $15 for the day - so don't let that stop you! Checks can be made out to: Mike Rea IRREV TRUST, U/A. There will be contests and prizes. If you don't have a team we will pair you with other players. This is a great way to meet other FOB! The first tee time is at 12:30 p.m. so that you have time to attend the evening fundraiser event at Timothy's.

To sign up, volunteer ask questions or just give a hard time you may email Daryl at shanamrdiv@yahoo.com

BUUUUUTTTT.... here's the piece de resistance...or however the heck it is you say that. Due to the many requests we will now be selling RHINESTONE "FOB" PINS in Lael colors to benefit Mike. You don't have to be present to buy one of these - I'll be happy to take your order. These are very similar to the ones Beverly and I donated to be given along with the single white rose to Barbaro's connections on 1/29.

Trust me, you will definitely want one!!! The price will be $22 shipping included. I will have some to sell at the celebration but I have no idea of the number of FOB that may want one. So please email me mturano@rgcocpa.com or send me a $10 deposit so that I can place an additional order.

So let's show Mike great FOB support - help us make this a great success!!!

THANKEWWWALL!!!!!!!!

Mercy

Posted by: Daryl Smoliak at June 3, 2008 3:23 PM

Put a s after that thank = Thanks Daryl! LOL

Barbaro you live in my Heart.

Good morning wonderful creatures at MHR.

FAILURE IS NOT AN OPTION! PLEASE CALL, FAX, E-MAIL!

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

Ro & Brady

JOE FEELS THE EARTH MOVE:
(Also: for the calendar Joe's birthday day: August 12. I'm jest sayin'!
*****************************************************
Wednesday, June 4th... The earth moved. I was pumping gas in Woodland last night. Thought for sure the earth was moving because I had to pay $4.49 for regular. The lady next to me asked if I felt something? I told her it was probably the oil executives having a hearty chuckle. Turns out it was a small earthquake centered near Fairfield. It cost eleven million dollars to fill up the old ranch truck.

At Nugget Market I paid $4.99 for a Sara Lee strawberry cream pie. On sale, a great deal. I write Sara Lee letters, hoping to someday meet her, but she must be busy making those delicious pies. She has never replied.

Back home, almost dark, and 110 horses still munching on supper. Misty waits at the gate, like always, hoping for a treat from town. Pony Boy hates his fly mask, and when the sun goes down the fly mask comes off. Sea Captain had his testicles removed yesterday, and he gives me a pouty look. Devil Badgett, we call him Badge, waits for his end of the day carrot. Governor Lee and I have a tradition. Each sunset is when Governor Lee receives his neck massage. Porky Pig gets her good night apple. 651 barn cats wait for special wet food. The radio is switched from rock and roll to love songs by request. Key Maker had runny poop yesterday, so he guzzles a syringe of Pepto. Shasta poops in the same spot, and we should give her an award. Shasta is low maintenance. Rambo poops all over his stall, and then he likes to roll. Rambo is high maintenance.

On the phone with horse killer Wade Giles, and he has a race horse with a bowed tendon. 40 cents a pound.

Time to return phone messages, and Kelly in Utah would like a shoe worn by Sands Of Time. Justine in Vacaville rescued a paint yearling colt, and would this be a good time for castration? Any time is a good time for cheesecake, and any time is a good time for castration.

And then there were 7 other messages. Can you please take my horse?

Final barn check, and the night is chilly. Pony Boy gets a taste of strawberry cream pie. Georgia receives her late night banana. The only time I ever see Marbles, a calico cat, is during final barn check. Marbles rubs against my leg. Where does she live during the day? An extra flake of hay for a starvation horse. The last few days he has began showing interest in his surroundings.

And now it is Wednesday, and later we could be 78 degrees. Delicious coffee is from Peets, with another slice of pie. KC And The Sunshine Band on the oldies station. Jewels the dog waits to help feed. I wonder who the mayor of Sacramento is? Never did see the election results.

Joe

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RobynHoffman

I AGREE...with ALL those who have described Dutrows comments re his WINNING jockey as CLASSLESS COMMENTS!! This jockey is responsible for getting his horse this far and that's pretty far considering ALL the foot problems!!!

I thought Ms Nevin appeared to be a sweetheart(I don't know her personally) and it is somewhat obvious that Big Brown adores her BUT ALL THAT BEING SAID....DOES NOT justify HURTFUL CLASSLESS and UNECESSARY COMMENTS aimed at a jockey who seemingly has been doing his job quite well!!!!
BIG BROWN has made it this far....with KENT on board!!!!????

TO MAKE IT THIS FAR is INCREDIBLE given the circumstances.....

GOODLUCK BIG BROWN and may "THE HORSE BE WITH YOU"

AND that's ALL I have to say about THAT!!!

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Good morning everyone,

Yesterday I went to the funeral of a friend who made many, many calls and contacts for us and our cause. He was one of us. This man loved horses and we certainly lost a determined voice with his passing.

It just makes me double the work I've already done so I can hopefully make up for what Jim completed each week for us.

Please help make the calls too, so we can get to the floor for a vote, and keep our horses safe.

(((((((((((Maribel: you go, girl!))))))))))))

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Skyler,

So sorry for the loss of your friend. Maybe he will now be using his special "connections" to help!

...dedicating my calls today to your dear friend....

Kent Desmoureux, is a good jockey and man. He does not deserve any sick psychology that Dutrow may use. Kent rides each rqce for his family.

This may not be a nice thing to say...I hope Edgar and Casino Drive win, just so the unclassed people attached to a classy horse lean a good lesson...it is not only about them. God will make his call Saturday. I am so sick and tired of all the cocky comments that come from them.

Skyler my friend, I am so sorry about Jim's passing.I hope you are and will be OK. Take some time for yourself to heal.(((((((SKYLER)))))))))))

Thank you Jim and God Bless you for all your hard work for the horses of the United States and beyond.

Mornin' Famblee

for those who were judiciously offline and sleeping when I posted late last night, will recap: There was a great piece on our local NBC Nightly News. Mrs. Chenery was interviewed, talking about the amazing TC in 1978, and she spoke so lovingly of her horse, the incomparable Big Red. There was great footage of him that she and her family had taken, of him playing in his paddock and just being a silly horse. She said when he was a yearling they believed he was just too pretty to ever be a racehorse. He proved them so wrong. She talked about the TC and how incredible that victory was. She said that she was more relieved that it was over than anything initially. She loved him so much. Her daughter was also interviewed, and the both spoke of their horse more like he was a beloved family member than a TC winner. Mrs. Chenery said that was their time, now it's someone else's. Their dreams came true thirty years ago. If BB wins on Saturday, she will be there in the Winner's Circle as presenter. What a great lady.

Speaking of "great", how bout the "not so great"? When WILL Dutrow learn?? I'm hopeful he MEANT to point out the very different relationships BB has with Michelle Nevin and Kent D. I'm thinking when BB is around Kent, he thinks "OH YEAH...........RACING!!!!!" and when he's around Michelle, he recognizes her to be one of his loving trainers. HOPING that's what he meant but he sure didn't SAY that. And in the process he disses the guy who is a huge part of his horse's success. What a guy. A muzzle would be good

later all

shoot...also meant to say

YES WE CAN!!!!!!! :) Obama is my man

Morning, Famblee:)

*WOW* TWO *NEWBYS* in the co/sponsor list....this is just *FABULOUS* news....I was printing out my faxes this a.m., thinking that we haven't acquired anyone in awhile for 'our side' and then I SEEEEEEEEEEEEE:)we just got TWO!!

If you'd like to call or fax them a FATTTT THANK YOU....

Andre Carson (IN) DC Phone: 202-225-4011
DC Fax: 202-225-5633

Phil English (PA) DC Phone: 202-225-5406
DC Fax: 202-225-3103

Don't know if yole read my post y'day afternoon (west wing time) re: the TEN HUMMERS so VORACIOUSLY drinking that nectar on my back porch...well, this morning I've named the 'Alpha'....*RAMBO*....I am here to tell you...HE is NOT MESSING AROUND....he has decided these two feeders are HIS and NO ONE....NOT ONE SINGLE OTHER HUMMER IS EVEN REMOTELY *WELCOME* TO PARTAKE of the liquid refreshment!!! He is SERIOUS, too, Famblee.....very scarey!!!

O.K., I gotta send my stinkin' faxes and make up a THANK YOU for Misters Carson and English..

Everyone, have a FINE DAY TODAY:)

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

It's a good day, with two more cosponsors!

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((((((Skyler))))))

Note from Anne at Caring Bridge

They still need our prayers!

Goods Morning Cheryl,
"YES WE CAN" What a speech last night, I was levated right out of bed, I am a republican but he sure can get your attention. I do like Barack Obama a lot. He is fresh and new.

As far as Dutrow goes how about extra super glue on his teeth befor the muzzle.

You had mentioned a book "The Home Run Horse" I have plans to get it, it sounds like the book I am reading "Freedon's Rein"all I can say is it is a page turner.

Good Morning Kidz.

How I wish I was in New Orleans this AM, having coffee and beignets with my dear friend at Cafe Du Monde. Sometimes we ache missing our friends and the memories. I am 'there' this morning.

Skyler, I am so sorry about Jim. We will pray for him today. May he rest in peace.

NM Tom Udall will be running for the Senate against Steve Pearce. Udall is our Fren, Pearce is not. So I will campaign for Udall. He's a good guy, and if he wins, New Mexico will FINALLY have someone on our side.

###I think Dutrow could benefit greatly from a tongue tie.

###A lot of jockeys are exercise riders--Chris McCarron, Calvin Borel to name two off the top of my head.

###Go Edgar! ;oD

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LOL
Kay

I too think Dutrow could benefit greatly from a tongue tie.

Chenery.

A great lady. One wonders if she used nursemares for her TB foals. And then what became of THOSE nursemare's foals? Where does Penny Chenery stand on horse slaughter?

We know where the Hancocks stand. The Jacksons.
Many of the Trainers.

I would like all the great families in American racing to stand up for what we are trying to do. To acknowledge the situation, the long-standing situation, and to acknowledge the efforts being made on behalf of the animal that made their families rich and famous and influential.

I don't know why, but this morning, making my calls was so emotional. I don't know what we have to do to make them see....I still think we ought to have a selected couple of sit-downs in front of those god damned cattle trucks leaving a feedlot
loaded with young, healthy horses bound for the terrors of slaughter.

All I could see in my head while talking to the Leetle Aides this morning was that b/w paint mare and foal from the Shelby MONTANA feedlot video.

We need the support of the great horse breeders in this country. How can we really succeed without them? Their silence is disturbing to me.

I know this post will probably offend or anger the supporters of the racing/jumping/eventing greats in the US, but the question stands. Besides adding their names to a few media letters months ago, where are these people.

Regretably, it reminds me of the issues we had with getting Irish Wolfhound and other AKC breeders to support condemnation of puppy mills,
and over population in animal shelters. Spay/neuter programs. The cries of
"No, no! That's NOT US." were deafening. But to so many people a dog is a dog.

Those people on the equine Mt.Olympus need to lean down and lend a hand. Even if it is only their voice. Their name. They need to wonder, among other things, why the grandaughters, and sons of their blueblood stock find their way onto feedlots and go to auction for slaughter.

They need to stand up for the HORSE.
(And please don't tell me they're helping, but wish to remain ANONYMOUS. We need their faces, their reputations, their influence.)_

Alex, thanks for that informing us of that Nicanor interview. If any one reads this I have a question. Why did some one ask about how he drinks the water? What does that mean?---Love to Barbaro. Thanks Alex

ROFL KAY good one.

jonna,
I have my teal and purple jumpsuit on and a big oak club...Lets go! What a great post! I agree. Where are all these horse people that these greats gave a good life to.

Jonna...probably would be better not to assume the worst. Penny Chenery is among the most highly respected people in horseracing.

I'm done here for a while. Get really tired of seeing others going on the offnsive

I just called and thanked the two NEW co-sponsors of HR503: here again are their names and numbers...
PLEASE
PLEASE
PLEASE CALL AND THANK THEM,

Andre Carson (IN) DC Phone: 202-225-4011
DC Fax: 202-225-5633

Phil English (PA) DC Phone: 202-225-5406
DC Fax: 202-225-3103

And thanks to LYNNNNNNNEEEE, in the West Wing, currently being held hostage in her home by all of northern CA's hummingbird who demand that the feeders be increased tenfold, and that she be at the ready to refill them, 24/7. Lynne posted these new cosponsors with phone numbers etc and for that I THanK YOU, MA FREN.

Damn Girl: you are da bomb!

Hope's Birth-Part One

Ro & Brady

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jonna, I have talked to that office of Phil English so many times, I have the number memorized! I used to live in PA, so I would always use that!

Yes, Of course we all know that Penny Chenery is an ICON.

So, BEING an icon, wouldn't there be ENORMOUS CREDIBILITY and INFLUENCE to know--and to let the rest of the WORLD know--WHERE SHE STANDS ON HORSE SLAUGHTER?

Sorry: these people are not Gods.

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Dearest Skyler...THANK YOU for introducing us to your fren Jim!!! It is so nice to learn a little about ALL those working so HARD behind the scenes to MAKE THIS HAPPEN for BARBAROS FRENS !!!

I AM TRULY SORRY that Jim has left US but HE IS STILL DOING HIS JOB!!! WE HAVE 2 MORE CO SPONSORS!!
THANK YOU JIM!!!!

GOD BLESS YOU Skyler and may ALL our prayers help to heal the loss of dear Jim....

HUGS and love your fren in Barbaro

jonna,
Some people just don't want to get involved. She is an ICON for sure.

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Good Morning Barbaro and Family...

Wonderful news....two more co-sponsors....
FANTASTIC!!!!!

Prayers to all.

Re-post:

Here is the information on the DB about the fund raising for the Brennans.

For those who don't traverse to the DB, here is what it says over there.

Basically, there are FOUR ways to help:

1)__Donation Jar at the celebration:

____At the fundraiser Saturday night at the reception desk. It will also be at the reception desk at the Grove Sunday, where Sharon will be handing out the meal bracelets like last year.

2)__Auction:

Items will be shipped to:

Rachel Rockoff
605 E Cope Rd
Kennett Square, PA 19348

Then, they will put on ebay. Stacy Hindt and Rachel will be handling this.

3)__Raffle:

____For those not attending who wish to contribute, you can buy a raffle ticket for $10.00 to win a beautiful portrait of Erin. Email me for the mail-in form. (barb_az53@yahoo.com)

4)__Direct donation:

____To:

Friends of Erin Brennan
c/o First National Bank, ATTN: LOCKBOX
P.O. Box 523
West Chester PA 19381

If you have any questions, drop me an email:

barb_az53@yahoo.com

I think we were put here on Alex's site for a reason.

Barbaro is the reason.

I think he expects us to DO something with that!

Barbaro brought us to little Erin. Now we have lost her, but imagine what the family is going through.
They are grieving.

They are also faced with tremendous medical bills, and the expense of burying little Erin.

Please consider at least ONE of the options above to help out the Brennans.

Thanks, FOB. Let's make Barbaro proud!

(Remember that the raffle continues through the end of June.)

"Seek And Ye Shall Find In Rainbows"

From God's Loving Heart
The Most Beautiful Rainbow Barbaro
His Wings Of Love
Eight Belles God's Glowing Angel
Angel Erin God's Precious Angel In The Sky
Her Wings Of Love
Our Angel Horses
Big Brown
God's Divine Protection
God's Light Of Love
His Wings Of Love
Casino Drive
His Wings Of Love
Glowing
Beautiful
Nicanor
Divine Hope
His Wings Of Love
Hope
Glowing Hope
Barbaro's Famblee Of So, So So Beautiful Angels Here
Angel Edgar
Your Angelic Heart Of Love
Angel Skyler
Angel Barbaro Is With You
Barbaro's Halo Is Glowing So, So So Beautifully
All The Colors Of The Rainbow
The Circle Of Love
In Hearts
In Roses
In Halos
In Wings
In Rainbows
The Circle Of Angels
Barbaro's Angels
The Brennan Famblee
Our Angel Horses
God's Angels On This Earth
The Rainbow Of Divine Blessings
Receiving Many Special Blessings
Celestial
Divinely Inspired
Glowing........

8......Halos......Two Hearts.......Connected In
Love.......Divine Faith.........

Affirmed Rainbows.......
Sacred Prayers........

Affirmed Prayers........
God And The Angels Are With You........
Jesus........
Angel Barbaro........
Angel Eight Belles.......
Angel Erin.......
Angel Windchill.......
Angel Secretariat.......
Barbaro's Angel Frens........
Shining Their Rainbows Of Love On You.........

Affirmed Faith.......
Beautiful Visions......
Beautiful Creations.......
Glowing Hope........

Affirmed

Hay, FOB's!

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Taking a short break from working up brochures and the healing website.

###
Skyler, lots of hugs and prayers heading your way.
(((SKYLER)))

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Two new co-sponsors!!! Yahoo!!!

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Alex, thank you for the link to Peter Brette's comments on Nicanor. It does seem he is settling into life at Fair Hill very easily.

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Prayers to those in need of comfort, healing, support.

Healing, Love, Peace
ONS
Padme

Is it possible that Dutrow is just a "trash talker" like so many others in sports? Remember the likes of Cassius Clay (Ali), Cowboy Terell Owens, ex Chicago Bear Jim McMahon? If he's not just a trash talkin' son of a gun, then I don't understand.

On CBS News tonight, there will be a piece on Desormeaux's son. God Bless this little guy.

P.S. I wasn't born yet when Clay was trash talkin. I just heard the stories. :-)

Blood work is back on my kitty, "153'" who is named for fire station!

Thyroid levels still up, will adjust medication. NO BAD NEWS.

Sugar levels elevated, but I'm convinced it is because of the stress brought on by going to the vet! (For BOTH of us!) (LOL)

Will do urinalysis next visit, but I doubt that she is diabetic.

Thanks to all who asked about her!

Penny Chenery is an ICON among those involved in horse racing, and was, I believe, in close contact with the Jacksons on Barbaro. So much so that the "Memories of Greatness" poster was issued of Secretariat and Barbaro, with proceeds going to the laminitis fund.

Ms. Chenery has been out of the breeding and racing business for many years, and her health is not the best anymore.

She was one of the signers of the Kentucky Derby winners letter that was used to petition Congress.

How dare anyone question her integrity. Perhaps some posting here need to get off THEIR Mount Olympus.

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Barb
Glad kitteh has nothing horrible, and ditto on Phil English.

You guys: read Anne's journal for today. It's really wonderful what she and Terry are doing for Erin's little schoolmates. blulinked (of coruse, thank you Barb) and timestamped at 3:48 pm

Skylar, so sorry for your loss. I'll keep you in my prayers.

Yea, for two new cosponsors. Our efforts are paying off. We will get there.

Go Big Brown!

Go Kent and Edgar!

http://www.kyehc.org/index.html

Here's the addy for Staci Hancock's rescue/retirement fund, Kentucky Equine Humane Center.

She generated a ton of press when they searched for, found and got Gato del Sol back from Germany.

All I'm saying is that her NAME along was a huge caveat for the support, publicity and association for standing against horse slaughter...

I'd consider her an icon as well. Does anyone understand what I'm saying?

okay...one more comment. Perhaps those who question others' actions should do research before doing so, and perhaps should not write in HUGE LETTERS to emphasize the opinion that I deify Mrs. Chenery and perhaps others. I do not deify anyone. Read and inform yourselves, than make educated comments.

Now, I'm out for a while. This just drives me nuts

Linda VA.,
Thank you for the information on Mrs. Chenery, I liked her in "Secretariat The Making Of A Champion" She is someone I would like to meet. I hope her health problems are nothing serious.

A Lady and a Class Act.

Renee -
Mainly the general infirmities of age, as Ms Chenery is 86 now. I'm looking forward to seeing her during the Belmont coverage.

When I visited Claiborne last year, I was touched to learn she visits her 'boys', Riva Ridge and Secretariat, whenever she is in the area and insists on only fresh flowers for their graves. She loved them so.

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Joanna...have you heard from Tracey, Belle, Georgia, Heartbutt...and the rest.

Our little Hope...so beautiful....so innocent...so full of life...May God help us grant many more of these beautiful creatures with happiness and freedom.

FOBS ARE THE GREATEST....THAT IS A FACT!!!

Alex....thank you.

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Joanna...have you heard from Tracey, Belle, Georgia, Heartbutt...and the rest.

Our little Hope...so beautiful....so innocent...so full of life...May God help us grant many more of these beautiful creatures with happiness and freedom.

FOBS ARE THE GREATEST....THAT IS A FACT!!!

Alex....thank you.

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Joanna...have you heard from Tracey, Belle, Georgia, Heartbutt...and the rest.

Our little Hope...so beautiful....so innocent...so full of life...May God help us grant many more of these beautiful creatures with happiness and freedom.

FOBS ARE THE GREATEST....THAT IS A FACT!!!

Alex....thank you.

Linda VA.,
You got me in tears. God Bless her precious heart.

jonna,
For some reason I think there are a lot of ICONS that do great things behind the scenes so THEY don't get the attention but the cause does. I applaude all of them. I wish we knew more about the people who do this, but they don't want us to know. So we keep doing what we do.

###Just for information purposes. Penny Chenery has owned race horses up until recently. She owned a filly named Cotton Anne who ran primarily up at Turfway park. She is a daughter of pioneering who is out of Terlingua - who of course is a daughter of SEcretariat. I saw this filly run and win at a big price up at Turfway. Jen

Has anyone seen the documentary that was on HBO called Jockey?

jen,
A former friend of mine has Secretariat's great grand daughter Villa. She had a problem with one of her front legs. When I met her I feel in love she is of course red with a white blaze, we bonded immediatley. I still love her and will never forget her. She has a nice spirit and is very sweet.

Well, Dutrow just cant keep his mouth shut. Big Brown is a great horse but I would like to see Prado and Casino Drive win. BB wont know if he wins or loses as he just likes to run. I know the Triple crown is at stake but since Barbaro is gone I just cant get excited about it. I just hope all run safely. I think Dutrow (dimwit) and BBs connections need to come down a notch. BB drew post number 1. Is that good or bad?

###Jane, seems to me I remember someone posting that Barbaro used to dunk his head into the water trough at New Bolton--or if not Barbaro, another of the horses that have been discussed and praised (and loved) by the FOBs here.

My OTTB rescue, Huey, drinks that way--and when it's hot, what a swell way to cool off.

jonna, we could sit in front of the trucks but they would think nothing of smearing us all over the road. They wouldnt hestitate as people who treat animals that way value people as little as the horses are valued. #### Guy finally put my sink in this morning plus fawcetts, etc, etc. $450.00. He said he got over his kidney stone attack. I guess he has to pay his doctor bills. He and another guy did the work. They are dog people and they talked to Chief and scratched his ears and he was just in hog heaven. I hope he got 450.00 worth out of it.

sandra,
My heart and soul are with Edgar, tough to break away from such a wonderful person and my hero. Prado it is! I wish BB the best though.

Great news about the two new cosponors. Finally someone from Pa.

Thank you Phil English!!!!!!!!

It is time for the June Hay Drive at MHR. Whiskey and Sinatra are leading the wagon this month.

The economy is preventing people from entering these drawings as much as they used to, so this month the prizes are VERY SPECIAL!

The first drawing is of the BARBARO� heart brooch
in sterling silver. The heart measures 1 1/8" by 1 1/8" and has the BARBARO trademark stamp on the back. Copyright 2007

The second very special offering is the winner's choice of ONE of three signed Barbara Livingston

framed 8x10 Barbaro photographs. We are delighted and very grateful to say that these signed photographs have been donated by Barbara Livingston herself, who is a fan of Miracle Horse Rescue. Thank you so much Ms. Livingston!

June Hay Ride

Ro & Brady

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JOAN
Re the inquiry about Legacy: seems all the beasts are well, Tracey seems to be awaiting test results from some unspecified physical problem...

many of the posts are older as well...but Tracey says all the horses are well...so there ya go.

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Please find time to call the new co-sponsors and lub on them...they really are surprised when I call with one of those. So it makes me think not many peeps call in their thanks for the new co-sponsorships.

Amen to that! Yay Phil....

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thank you Jonna...

FOBS...we have Hope....she is kicking up her heels and happy....and just think...she is with her mom, Jerri....can we help other babies stay with their moms...can we help others have a loving home like these two.

PLEASE CALL, FAX, EMAIL....PLEASE...AND HELP OUR RESCUES...PLEASE..

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joannagrey

I understand what you are saying. It seems to me that since we (the little people of the United States, the voters that elect our representatives to Congress) cannot get enough attention from our elected officials to get them to pass a bill that the majority of the US wants passed then we hope if enough "important" people, celebs, etc. help then we can accomplish our goal of getting the bills passed. And we wonder, if we have given our all to try and get these bills passed, we hope and think other horse lovers should be as committed and if they were we would be hearing them doing it. I just think that you want every horse lover doing his utmost to pass these bills.

With "40,000 throughbred foals born each year" (per a horsetalk.co.nz article) and that does not include all the other breeds saving the lives of the horses is daunting. And you want all the help you can get.

Nite Nite Everyone,
Have the sweetest dreams ever. Se you all tomorrow morning.

Good Night Sweet Barbaro,
Have a good night. I love you.

Penny Chenery,
Thank you dear lady.

Jonna and Karen....YES....we DO need ALL THE HELP WE CAN GET...yes we DO!

I hope they are helping...as 'quiet' or not, I hope they are....and if they are working 'quietly', WHY are their efforts kept quiet?? So not to offend someone or some group? I know it took me a great long time to finally figure out if people look at their horses as an 'asset' then slaughter seems an o.k. solution...because it keeps the prices for these animals 'up'....if they look at their horses as members of the famblee....it is bad for business...so doesn't that bring us right back to it's a stinking business?

I did get a letter y'day from a CA Congresswoman...she shares my concern...she wrote me a 'not form letter'....however, she isn't on the co/sponsor list...I'll be sending her another fax thanking her for her reply and asking when/if she might be planning to help us out by CO/SPONSORING:/ I mean, thanks for sharing my 'concern' now, put your money where your politican MOUTH is!!!

My hide gets chapped.....I'm about sick of this, it should be a 'no-brainier'.....and as yole have pointed out so many times, the percentage of folks in the USA want h/s STOPPED...so WHY are we in the ELEVENTH YEAR OF THIS FIGHT?? I don't 'get that part'.....

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Renee, if Prado wins saturday I know Barbaro will be in heaven saying "thats my guy".

Has anyone heard from Harriette today?

Dutrow is reminding me of the owner of War Admiral (and Man O War) from the Seabiscuit story... Samuel Riddle.

God knows I want BB to win the TC, but hey....anything can happen!

Look at what little Mr Seabiscuit did to War Admiral after Riddle scouffed at the idea that SB could beat him. He too thought it was a preposterous idea that War Admiral could be beaten by such lowly competition.

Numbers provided for Alex recently
Total U.S. Horses Slaughtered 2007

United States 29,761
Canada 46,828
Mexico 45,609
Japan 261
2007 Total 122,459

Total U.S. Horses Slaughtered 2006

United States 104,896
Canada 26,421
Mexico 11,080
Japan 323
2006 Total 142,720

Source - USDA

This is why I won't stop. This is why everyone needs to stand up and be counted.
(Thanks for your notes Karen, Lynne, Joan.)

Do yole remember that amazing moment near the end of Spartacus--repeated in homage to that film in many incarnations over the years. The Romans are trying to identify Spartacus in this huge crowd of prisoners--so they can crucify him--not such a pleasant experience. No one will identify him or betray him to the Romans.

They keep screaming WHO IS SPARTACUS?? over and over. And just as Kirk Douglas begins to rise to his feet, his best friend (worst casting of the 20th century, Tony Curtis) stands; yelling, I AM SPARTACUS. Within moments, another stands and another and another. And they all declare that THEY are the man the Romans are seeking.

I guess this is the feeling i want from everyone working against horse slaughter. The small (that's us) and the great (Staci Hancock et al) STAND UP for what we believe in and declare it.
DECLARE IT.

And here's one more little thing to think of. Mister Alex Brown came to the US over 20 years ago to ride here--in one way or another--for the TB business.

Over the last two years, Alex has learned and seen things I am SURE he did not want to know. Has images in his his he wishes were not there. He could have just hunkered down, kept riding, being quiet. Complicit.

But he didn't. By God he's done radio and television interviews. He's writing a book. He MADE these websites run. Kept them running.

But not once--as far as I know, does it seem that Alex has shirked from putting the evils of HS out there, educating people on the backstretches, out front in the big boxes.

He could have just turned his head and pretended not to know what the hell goes on at New Holland and he has looke3d into those faces going to slaughter.

He chose to stand up. He took the chance of putting his word out there in a column for the New York Times. Hello? Circulation: I'll have to look that one up, used to know all that.

Anyway. Alex could have chosen to be just a cog in this FoB wheel...but instead he's shaping pushing, shouldering on/ Spreading the word.

That's all I want. That's all I'll say about this for now. I appreciate the forebearance of the Admins.

Safe rides to all on Saturday. I'll be anywhere but watching, but I hope Equine Heaven has lots of safety angels around BB and all the others. If they all come home safe, I'll be as thrilled as everyone else.

And when Monday rolls around, I'll just begin calling again.

xxoo:j
Courage.

NY Times--in which Alex's On the Rail column appears has a US circ of 1,077,256. Daily.

######## Jonna, Why was Tony Curtis the worst casting/ I loved him, the "hunk du jour" of the day. Loved him in Taras Bulba, a very handsome man and a great actor. LOL, don't take it seriously!

Americans Against Horse Slaughter merchandise now available!

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joannagrey, Lynne and Joan

I guess it is something like the "popular vote" and the "electoral college". And now to the mix they have added the "super delegates". Why do we have to make everything so complicated???
Our Congress is not representing us (voting citizens) and listening to us, they are influenced by special interests, $$$ and their own political agend and the big word POWER. So they are not listening to just us. I do not think that they even care about anyone. They do what they want for the reason that they want to.

Karen Macmanus Dallas, Texas

Plack is up at Churchill

Where Barbaro will be laid to rest!

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All,

If you are watching the Jerri cam, about 45 minutes ago our precious Hope managed to get herself in Apple's stall for a visit. :)

Ro & Brady

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Jane
But that Brooklyn accent!!!! The unedited version with Curtis' sexy double-entendre scenes with Lawrence Olivier in his bath are pretty funny too...

But wasn't he the best in Some Like it Hot???

We are not only the voting citizens, WE PAY these people as well. I think the ugliness and horror of hs is what keeps most people from getting involved. They just can't cope with it. It would take a couple of Live Aid type concerts on the Washington Mall to get the masses involved. Where are the big guns in all of this?

I was in tears watching Hope's birth video tonight. She was trying to RUN out of the birth canal. She is an amazing baby.

Ro, I just saw the still shot of Hope being taken back home by Stephanie. Isn't Hope just such a rascal? I know it is dangerous for all that she did this, but for a minute, I'm going to celebrate how gregarious she is. :)

Lynne, Karen, Renee, whomever

My point. One should never assume anyone is not "doing enough" or "not doing anything" and make statements to that effect on this or any other public forum without having first researched the facts. And one should certainly not be discourteous to someone else who posts a message that may be of interest to others who know of Mrs. Chenery, again because one evidently is not aware of Mrs. Chenery's accomplishments, and then goes on to question wheter or not Mrs. Chenery has committed some of the more unseemly practices involved in horse breeding.

The point is don't assume. It made me angry. In my opinion, that reflects badly on this group and I don't care to be party to that. It's happened before, and it will probably happen again. Why assume that those with recognizeable names "do nothing"? and why presume that because they don't use their celebrity status to "get things done", "things" don't get done? Has any consideration ever been given that some who do, do so for nothing more than the face time and the publicity? Those who are involved with the drones in the grassroots campaigning get involved for the right reasons and don't care about having their "names" out there.

For that matter, look at what we have done without any name recognition. We've made ourselves known collectively as the Americans Against Horse Slaughter, not to mention all the horses rescued by "FOBs". In my opinion saying we need more clout with "names" discredits all our efforts. And especially discredits the "names" who would just as soon fly under the radar.

am not going to say anymore on the subject. Just would really prefer not to see anyone else taken down because of naivete. Or whatever it is. Would also not prefer to see terms such as "fat cats" and "white guys" and "what they could do for us" not used either. That does not reflect well.

Margie, Hope is a hoof full for her mother. I am glad Jerri is more trusting (to a certain extent) and lets her explore a bit, albeit with a very watchfull eye. It is a testament to Stepahnie's and everyone at MHR's love, care and infinite patience.

Ro & Brady

I need to say good night to Nicky Knocks!

Just love that name!

Note from Anne on Caring Bridge

Hiya, FsOB! Alex, what a delightful treat that you posted with the link to Peter Brette's blog re. Nicanor (AKA "Nicky Knocks!). Many thanks. Wishing each of you a comfortable night as the Belmont draws closer still. Peace, RMH

To Kay, your comment about "Class with the cl" cracked me up. I suspect that Maribel enjoyed it, too.
To Skyler: My sincere condolences as you grieve the passing of your friend, Jim, who was obviously a great friend to American horses.
To Margie: I have been thinking a lot about "NOLA" for the past month or so. I haven't been back there since the early part of this decade & I really miss it. what a unique city, truly an American treasure.
To Barb in AZ: I hope that your kitty 153 has a good night and that she doesn't have diabetes.
To Sandra: Dang, $450.00 for that sink repair? I certainly hope that Chief enjoyed all the attention, it was truly expensive.
To Laurie H: How is Bart doing? Reading about 153 in AZ made me eager for a Bart & Ms. Montego update.
To Harriette: Please give me a call, if you'd like to talk tonight. I'll be up until ~ 10:30 PM EDST. ####

### To Kay: I left out the "without" in that prior quote. Mea culpa! ####

Anne and Terry took special pizza lunch to all Erin's classmates today. They also brought something for each child and their beloved teacher.

Something that I truly believe was sent straight from Erin: the thought of this selfless act on the Brennan's part. Just read.

Such concern for the emotional well-being of all those 7 years olds...

Please visit this journal for today. It will end your day on a very blessed and sweet note.

Love my FoBs.

Robyn, I really loved southern Louisiana. My friend lives near Lafayette, in the Atchafalaya Basin. So much history. I loved it all. I could not handle the crawfish farms, and I didn't even have a taste. But oh those Pralines!!!!! Someday I will go back, and maybe settle in Baton Rouge. I saw so much while there. Houma, Breaux Bridge, Tulane, LSU, etc., etc. I ended up in the doctor's office once I returned home. Chiggers. One day I just sat in St. Louis Cathedral for a few hours. What an extraordinary area to visit.

Best wishes to Better Talk Now !

Best wishes to Better Talk Now on Saturday !

The Natl. weather station says it will be 84-86 degrees at Belmont Saturday. ###man coming to mow front and back yard tomorrow. He is terrified of Chief so Chief has to stay in the bedroom. I tell him Chief is okay but he stands in the street and yells. IS CHIEF PUT UP? Of course, chief doesnt want to be put in the bedroom so then comes the throw a nila wafer across the room and shut door fast trick. Once when he was younger he entertained himsel by chewing up a pillow. looked like a snow storm. How did I get on this subject. ? Yole, have a good night.

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Jonna, Guess you are right about Tony's Brooklyn accent.....he sure was handsome, oh those eyes oy!! Some Like It Hot was a great Flick. Guess I am dating myself, those were the days.....

Good night FOB's

I'm hours behind (long school day) but wanted to share with the FOBs something about Mrs. Chenery, who did have a heart attack about four years ago. If you want to read a touching story about a rescue, go to secretariat.com and read the link about Secretariat's brother, Straight Flush, who was a rescue and who died last year at age 32. Mrs. Chenery was active for many years in the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation.

http://www.secretariat.com/brother.html

Congrats Everyone on the 2 New House cosponsors!! Keep up the great work!!

STRATEGY FOR THURSDAY, JUNE 5

Both the Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi (D-CA), and Senate Majority Leader, Harry Reid (D-NV), have the power to bring the bill up for consideration in their respective chambers, therefore it is vital that as many people as possible, both at the grassroots level and internally within Congress, insist that the House Speaker and Senate Majority Leader do everything in their power to afford the bills legislative due process and bring them immediately to the floor for a vote.

Speaker of the House - Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) DC Phone: 202-225-4965 Fax:202-225-4188

Senate Majority Leader - Harry Reid (D-NV) DC Phone: 202-224-3542 Fax:202-224-7327

It is our understanding that more co sponsors would certainly facilitate our efforts with Speaker of the House Pelosi and draw the much needed attention to this legislation. For this reason, we will be posting the names of Representatives that we will be targeting.

Bart Stupak – MI Phone: 202-225-4735 Fax: 202-225-4744

Vernon J. Ehlers – MI Phone: 202-225-3831 Fax: 202-225-5144

Fred Upton – MI Phone: 202-225-3761 Fax: 202-225-4986

Michael J. Rogers – MI Phone: 202-225-4872 Fax: 202-225-5820

Russ Carnahan – MO Phone: 202-225-2671 Fax: 202-225-7452

Ike Skelton – MO Phone: 202-225-2876 Fax: 202-225-2695

Please continue to gather information from your calls and pass that information on to us via email through the DB.

Finally, please mention Americans Against Horse Slaughter when making your calls and remind them that we are a non funded, grassroots group of people from across the country brought together for the sole purpose of passing this legislation. It is important that they know we have NO OTHER agenda.

We are BARBARO’S VOICE……Let it be heard!!

Shelley and Deb

In regard to my comment here, t/s:10:25p, I'd like to point out that at no time during my 'rant', if you will, did I mean to diminish ANY monies raised by us all, OR the number of horses we have saved in a relatively short amount of time.

I am very sorry if any others of you might have read into my comments that I feel our efforts are not 'enough'.

I was simply 'venting' my frustration after so many months of fighting for the safety of our American horses...and as far as being a 'public embarrassment' to any one of you, if you felt embarrassed by my post, I apologize.

Lynne-Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA

Saturday will be an uneasy day: Evening Attire running in the Brooklyn, just before the Belmont, and Lava Man in the Whittingham in CA. May all of these great horses do well and come home safely.

Saturday will be an uneasy day: Evening Attire running in the Brooklyn, just before the Belmont, and Lava Man in the Whittingham in CA. May all of these great horses do well and come home safely.

Saturday will be an uneasy day: Evening Attire running in the Brooklyn, just before the Belmont, and Lava Man in the Whittingham in CA. May all of these great horses do well and come home safely.