Barbaro Lives

If you haven't already, you might want to check out the beautifully written ESPN piece on "The Church of Barbaro." Vivi, in many respects, was the canine version of this inspirational thoroughbred.

Comments

[rooooby]

Vivi IS, not was the canine version...I firmly believe we will find her! My opinon. ( 0;

[kathy in colorado]

ROOOOOBY - you are so right - Vivi will be found - and soon.

This article is wonderful - get the kleenex. Finally a spot for all my horse stuff :)

[rooby]

Horse stuff? haaaaaaaaa...I love it! This would be a good place except when you post on the other blogs, more people might read it rather than coming in here.

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[rooooby]

Long Island, NY -- CROSS-POST BAMBI IS MISSING!!!
Posted by: "Jenie" animalupdates@yahoo.com animalupdates
Wed May 2, 2007 4:41 pm (PST)
Please do not hit reply as I am only cross-posting. Contact info is below:

Date: Tue, 01 May 2007 13:08:12 +0000 (GMT)
From: companionpets@ optonline. net
Subject: URGENT!!!! CROSS-POST BAMBI IS MISSING!!!

EVERYONE:

THIS BEAUTIFUL, GENTLE GREYHOUND MIX GIRL WHO WAS RECENTLY ADOPTED FROM SAVE-
A-PET IS MISSING. BURGLERS BROKE INTO THE HOME AND SHE FREAKED OUT. THE FAMILY
WASN'T HOME, AND THE DOG RAN OUT.

PLEASE, PLEASE CROSS-POST THIS. BAMBI IS A WONDERFUL PUP, BUT SHE HAD
DIFFICULTY FINDING THE RIGHT HOME DUE TO SEPARATION ANXIETY. SHE FINALLY FOUND
TRUE LOVE, LET'S NOT ALLOW HER TO LOSE EVERYTHING.

SEND THIS EVERYWHERE. SHE IS MICRO-CHIPPED. CONTACT SAVE-A-PET IMMEDIATELY IF
YOU FIND HER.

SAVE-A-PET:
ROUTE 112 PORT JEFFERSON STATION
631-473-6333

[kathy in colorado]

where is this greyhound mix missing from -what state??

[kathy in colorado]

OOOPS - now I see - Long Island, NY -

ok weenies.......there you go - look for a long legged, long nosed pup!!!

[rooooby]

I JUST LOOKED IT UP kATHY:
"The area code 631 is used in the state of New York in eastern Long Island exclusively for Suffolk County."

I hate how newly adopted dogs get out so much, but of course if this was a burglery, I can understand it, they probably wanted her out of the house. Poor baby.

[Debbie]

Hey Roobie, the weenies will be in Suffolk tomorrow for something regarding Duke, wish we knew what town this was in so we could keep our eyes open. Suffolk is big. It could be all the way out to the Hamptons which is a 2 hour ride or Huntington which is a 20 minute ride gggrrr. I called the office but it is closed, double ggrrrr

[Kathleen Stephenson]

GOOD NEWS!

I was so thrilled to read this post today. Stronger penalities for animal fighting have now been signed into law. One battle won. Hopefully we can put these cruel people behind bars now for a longer time.

I still feel strongly the best way to help all these fur babies is through getting tougher laws passed, and make sure they are implemented too.

Kathy (CO), maybe the Horse Slaughter Bill will be next. Praying hard it is.

https://community.hsus.org/humane/notice-description.tcl?newsletter_id=9413022

[Sharon (MI)]

Was??
I wanted you to know that I continue to pray for all of our various intentions, HOWEVER, every time I try to post a prayer it is blocked as spam. Every time I have broken through, it has taken 20 minutes to a half hour to do so. Our other prayer leader has borrowed a son's e-mail to bring the prayer to you as she is having the same problem.
Know that I do read the comments, and do pray for Vivi's recovery, and for all of your animal friends.

[Pukie Baby]

The ASPCA has a news story - do not buy pet food from companies that buy supplements or vitamins etc. or products from China.

Cross contamination is happening too - pets foods from companies that have had products recalled are not safe.

See www.itchmo.com

[Pukie Baby]

Purina gets its wheat gluten from China.

[Susan Lorinsky]

Vivi is, not was. She will be found and the party will be coast to coast. I don't believe in giving up. I haven't heard the fat lady sing or anyone else for that matter.
I've been reading the Church to Barbaro story. It's beautiful and you do need the kleenex nearby.
What a beautiful group of people this great horse brought together and his legacy will live on as all of us work to make the world a better place for all horses.

[Charly Tobin]

FROM TX: ANOTHER EXAMPLE OF HOW WONDERFUL PIT BULLS ARE:

The pit bull was enticed to become enraged and attack and kill the cat, she said. "It was pretty bad."

When officers went to seize the dog — which had been a 17th birthday present for Miguel — and another pit bull in the same backyard, the dogs were friendly and docile toward officers, Kohls said.

A hearing next week will determine if the dogs will go back to Miguel or kept at the Houston SPCA, where they are now.

If convicted of the charge, Miguel faces up to two years in state jail.
Source:

[Susan Lorinsky]

What is your vendetta against pit bulls, Charly? It's getting tiring. My former cocker spaniel, Santana, did'nt like men and was extremely territorial. He was the runt of the litter and a puppy mill dog as we later found out. Because we got him at 6 months, we didn't know if a man had done something to him or something else. Never harmed my sons or my baby daughter when she was born. Dogs sense babies and little ones. He knew she came from me. But he was a pure watchdog and just a little cocker spaniel. You can't generalize about a breed. As a kid, I was attacked by a beagle mix and later a dalmatian. Like people there are lemons in the mix. But I never was afraid of dogs.

[kathy in colorado]

Charly - do you turn a blind eye to other extreme and rare incidents that involve other breeds of dogs or other types of animals and choose not to bring it to our attention? And - do you look the other way when it was the apparent enticement by a human that caused the attack? Apparently God appointed you the seer and reporter of all bad things pitty's do - CONGRATULATIONS you're doing a good job - however, it is not needed on this blog. Instead.......

I've got a new assignment for you Charly - I talked it over with God and he said it was ok for you to change assignments ---- your new assignment is to go after the kill buyers at the feedlots. GO GET'M TIGER

[kathy in colorado]

Anti Horse Slaughter Strategy

A WARM WELCOME TO THOSE WHO HAVE RECENTLY JOINED US!!

TWO NEW CO-SPONSORS IN THE SENATE!!! GREAT NEWS.

As you know, on Wednesday, April 25, S311 was voted on and passed in the Senate Commerce Committee. This means it is now released and can be put on the senate calendar for a full vote. While this is WONDERFUL news, our fight is very far from over. Actually, according to our sources, the real battle is just beginning.

We still must get HR503 out of the House Committees. This could be a problem. The leadership of both committees in the House, the Commerce Committee and the Agricultural Committee are AGAINST the bill. It seems that our best shot is to get the senate leadership to put S311 on the calendar for a full vote. However, the only way to assure this happening is by getting more co-sponsors in the Senate. We need co-sponsors in BOTH the Senate and the House. The more support, the better our chance for moving this forward.

FYI: The House and Senate bills can move separately, and if one passes (say it's S311), then the House could also pass the Senate version. It doesn't matter what the title or bill number is. Both houses of Congress just have to pass identical pieces of legislation, and both 503 and 311 are identical.

There are a few of you that are questioning this strategy and wondering why we are not targeting the committees. We have been informed that nothing will happen without more co-sponsors. For this reason, we have been ASKED to keep contacting any of our own senators and congressmen that are not yet on board. Please remember to NOT place calls to those that are already co-sponsors. As most of you know, the strategy can change at any time. When we receive new instructions, we will pass them along to you immediately.

IMPORTANT!!!!!.....It has come to our attention that some of the aides in DC are getting our two bills confused with HR249 that was passed in the House last week. HR249 is for the protection of our Wild Horses. That bill was passed in the House and now has to go to the Senate. OUR bill HR503 was NOT passed in the House but is still in committee. And it still needs co sponsors.

Please make sure they understand the difference. I was a little worried this would happen but I thought it would happen amongst ourselves...not with the people in DC!!!! If they tell you that our bill is out of committee in the House, please politely explain the difference. This could make a huge difference since some of them are saying that no more co-sponsors are needed!! That's just NOT true.

It is important to remember that our opponents have not become complacent and they have not given up. They are more determined than ever! They continue to make their voices heard and we must be louder.

Many of you are working with other groups also. While all the strategies are good, our success has come by following the directives that are given to us. Our contacts in Washington have asked us to stay focused on those directives.

For those of you are members of the state groups, please go back to Stephanie's original strategy. It has proven to be very successful and has gotten very good results. The response to our request for an Illinois group has been answered. Right now, Illinois needs our help. If you live in Illinois please contact w.szara@comcast.net

Alex has posted links on the anti slaughter site for your convenience. You can easily access both co-sponsor lists and more information about the state groups. http://www.timwoolleyracing.com/news/2007/04/anti_horse_slau.php

The momentum is with us...and never forget, WE ARE BARBARO'S VOICE! Make those calls and send those faxes for him and all the horses.

If you think one person won't make a difference, you're WRONG!!

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; Indeed it's the only thing that ever has"...Margaret Mead

Thanks and have a great day.

PS - I found out this weekend that the kill buyer in Colorado just bought a brand new fleet of trucks and trailers so he is counting on this bill not passing and his business to be booming - we need to prove him and the others WRONG! Thanks for any help you can give.

[Marty]

I just received some info about a dog that has died from eating Nutro Max dry dog food. It's not on the recall list. Rooby? I know your babies are on Nutro. This is so scary.

[Pam A.]

Marty - if you get any more information on that, let me know please. My mom's dog is on dry dog food from Nutro. I'm not sure of the exact name.

[Jessa]

Charley, you need to meet my Eskie. She's all sweetness and light until the doorbell rings or she sees a dog she hasn't met yet, then she is pure guard dog! And, I've been bit by dogs twice--once by my aunt's mini poodle, the other time by a friend's teacup poodle.

[Pam A.]

I also know of a few examples of "vicious" small breeds. We also had a cocker mix who was very protective. He would even go after us if he thought we were intruding into whatever territory he thought he was guarding. We learned to read his signals and he lived in our family until he died of old age.

[rooooby]

I'm hoping and can't really find out anywhere, that the Nutro is just the Nutro Max which is a cheaper brand of Nutro........I'm starting to panic again.
The company assured me the last time I went nuts about Nutro, that there food was safe.I now know they say what suits them at the moment.
I don't understand why all companies who sell dog food are not testing the food instead of waiting for our pets to die......
I'm off to check Itchmo and then call Nutro again.

Charly, why don't you go on a trip and take your
attitude about Pits with you? I'm really sick of your doom and gloom attitude. Shut up would be the best thing to say to you.

[Pukie Baby]

Nutro just sold their entire company - everything. Talk is that something bad is going to come out so Nutro wanted to unload it fast.

The ASPCA advises that one should not use a company that imports supplements etc. from China. To be really safe do not use any product that contains any type of Gluten or Protein concentrate. And this may be a shocker, but these big companies are not telling the truth.

Also, cross contamination is happening and it is advised not avoid any company that has had a product recalled. The news media asked the FDA about this yesterday in a news conference.

You can find out which companies do not use glutens and protein concentrates and have not had a product recalled with a little bit of web surfing.

[Pukie Baby]

Advised to avoid any company is what I meant to write.

[rooooby]

What the hell should I be feeding my dogs? I'm so very sick of this mess.

[kathy in colorado]

As I mentioned a while back, I switched my dogs and cats over to Eagle Pack from NB - at my vet's suggestion. Go to http://www.eaglepack.com/Pages/recall_stmt.html and read their info - it may make you feel better if you are considering switching to Eagle Pack or are looking for something to switch to. My pets are all doing good on this food, although I am only on my second bag so it is still pretty new to them. No Big D tho like I had with a few when on NB.

[Pukie Baby]

My pet store told me Eagle Pack was a good brand and I called the company and liked what I heard. Not everyone carries it, but the company has a store locator that you can put in your zip code and find the closest one. I put my puppy on this food and he seems to be doing fine on it. I switched from Nutro to homecooking to Eagle Pack.

[kathy in colorado]

I just received an email asking for help - if any of you can donate a few dollars - it will help - read thru these messages and see what a terrible thing this guy did to his horse - then called the zoo and asked that they take him for lion food - luckily the zoo called the rescue and the horse is now being treated but they need some financial help. Thanks friends.

http://rescuesonly.proboards59.com/index.cgi?board=general&action=display&thread=1176523650

[kathy in colorado]

here is another that tells the up-to-date of Mac - the above horse I mentioned.

http://www.strawberrymountainmustangs.com/Mac.html

[Pukie Baby]

I sent in a $50 donation to help out Mac and I hope he heals. Such a sad sad situation. Some people are nuts.

[Paula Wright]

Hello Vivi loyals!!
Have you noticed a little different on this blog site!???
You couldn't hit onto the person's name anymore!??
It looks like it changed the rules or something??
So what's up with this thingy?? :-)
I'm still here and not going away...still waiting and hoping Vivi turns up real soon!!!!
God Bless you all!

[kathy in colorado]

Thank you so much Pukie Baby - and to everyone else that can help. :)

Oh - PB - people are nuts????? I'd go a step further and say they are insensitive, self-centered, non-caring ba$tard$

[Paula Wright]

Oh by the way I forgot to add...so where's Marther??? Is she still hiding from all of us?? :-)

[Pukie Baby]

You are so very welcome. I love horses. They are near and dear to my heart as are all animals.

The man who did that to poor Mac is an agent of the devil himself. But God's angels rescued Mac and I hope he continues to heal. And God bless you Kathy for posting here so we can see and help too.

[Pam A.]

Well said, PB, about Mac. I'm glad he's going to have some happiness in his life now.

[Meri-Lou]

Kathy, why are people so mean to animals? Is it because the animal is unable to fight back and it makes the human feel they have the power? Do you know if anyone is going to file an animal abuse complaint against this man? I sent $100.00 to help Mac.

[Pam A.]

Yup, it's all about power and control over the helpless. Someday they are going to have to account for their abuse.

[kathy in colorado]

Thank you for helping Meri-Lou. I don't know about your question ML - It breaks my heart with each story I get told about. I guess it takes all kinds - look at the abuse we've seen just on the Vivi blog- what Wayne Dean did to Otis and all the others. Heck - look at what Denise's sicko neighbor is putting her and Duke thru mentally and financially! Some people feel big by beating, controlling or demeaning another person or thing - must give them some kind of satisfaction in their sick mind. I'm just thankful that God has dispersed Angels among us all to help when Satan's followers attack. I truly have found a band of Angels --- you guys are wonderful for helping.

[kathy in colorado]

I don't know about the animal abuse charges - will find out

[rooooby]

Paula,
Marther is on yet another honeymoons. She's quite a gal!(0.;

[lnda speranza]

I just read the story about this poor horse.
What the "HELL" is wrong with people. I have always loved horses from when I was a little girl...
I hope they hang the sucker that did this to this poor little horse..
God, be with him to make him heal quickly

[Pam A.]

Rooby - Another honeymoon for Marther?? She must be quite a romantic person...

[kathy in colorado]

If you haven't already signed this, please sign and forward to the moon. Senator Reid has set up a special line for Marjorie to send this to him when he calls for it. It is sorely lacking in signatures. PLEASE SIGN AND CROSSPOST There isn't much time.

http://www.thepetitionsite.com/takeaction/631181096?z00m=9405770

[Pam A.]

Kathy, I thought I had already signed this petition but it took my name so I signed it for sure this time.

[Kathleen McGurty-Weiser (Kathy from Bayside)]

If anyone is interested I feed my dog (Rosebud for anyone who hasn't heard of my little girl) a product called PHD. Perfect Health Diet, it can only be purchased from dirctly from the company. It gets mailed to your home on a schedule so you always have food. It is a little pricey but there are not preservates, wheat, meat, food coloring, etc. Rosie has been on it for close to 10 years and thank God, aside from these annoying cysts she gets she has been very very healthy. No bad breath, hardly ever has diareahh (sp?), etc. Her disposition sucks, but I don't think that has anything to do with food. Haha!

If you care to know more about them, just email me and I will get you the information.

I spoke to them and they do not import anything that is in their food. You can't even buy it anywhere else but from them.

[Susan Lorinsky]

Hi Kathy from Bayside. It's good to see your post. I sent the Ban horse slaughter petition to a few others. Loving horses since I was little and now having a daughter who loves them, rides them and wants to be an equine vet, I'll do what I can to help. Thanks Kathy from Colorado for informing us how to help keep them safe and taken care of.

[Kathleen McGurty-Weiser (Kathy from Bayside)]

Thank you Susan!

[Susan Lorinsky]

What's the address to send a donation to help Mac? I didn't see one on the website? I can't believe people can find more ways to be cruel and barbaric.

[kathy in folorado]

Susan - you can mail to PO BOX 2133, ROSEBURG, OR 97470 or go to the link http://www.strawberrymountainmustangs.com/Mac.html and they have a paypal link

Thanks for helping Mac. And mention that you are from Team Vivi.

[rooooby]

133rd Run For The Roses...Bobby, were you watching from heaven? @>~~~>~~~

Great race, but sad in a way....Barbaro was faster last year by seconds...I'm going to go light some candles for Bobby!

[rooooby]

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[kathy in colorado]

Rooooby - of course he was watching - that is why nobody got hurt. Didn't you see his spirit running right along side them......

[Paula Wright]

Yeah, I did watched the race a little bit and did thought and prayed that all the horses aren't hurt!
Which was why Barbaro was watching down here and in his spirit, he was running along with them! :-)
And...pray for the tornado victims in Kansas!
Bless them!

[rooooby]

Kathy, I couldn't see his spirt, I was crying, but I did FEEL the love he sent to the horses and jockys.

I also hoped none of the horses would get hurt..It's a tough game, horse racing.

[Pam in MN]

I too watched the race today. I kept thinking about Barbaro though. In the pre-game doings, they showed his two younger brothers which I thought was cool. It sounds like baby brother resembles Barbaro alot. It was still sad though.

[kathy in colorado]

I hate horse racing and I hate greyhound racing - I know the horses and dogs love it but it is the greedy humans that get involved that make it a bad think in my mind. Its been a tough day for me - all day of Barbaro and I've done nothing but cry. It feels like it is January 29th all over again. I think Barbaro was put here for the very reason - to make an impact and to change things......he sure has changed my life.

[Pam in MN]

When I watched the races today, I kept wondering how many of these creatures would be dumped in the future at feedlots or wherever when they were no longer winning?

[kathy in colorado]

Pam the very same thing crossed my mind - right now there is a granddaughter of Seattle Slew in the feedlot ---- they breed and breed and then throw away. We have got to stop this - stop the slaughter and hauling of horses and make the breeders responsible for the life of a horse for the horses life.

[Susan Lorinsky]

Thank you, Kathy, for the address.
I watched the special on Barbaro that was on at 8pm. It was sad, but his spirit came through and the love his owners, trainers,jockey and the wonderful Dr. Richardson still have for him is so uplifing. He was a loved and treasured companion. You can still hear and see the grief in each of these individuals. Seeing his new baby brother was wonderful. Because of Barbaro, this great group of people from all over came together and are saving horses in his name. There is hope. Now if only the reason we all came together could be found, that would be so wonderful.

[Michael Patrick]

Posted by Betty - Blessed be the Lord, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. 'HOLY IS HE!"

Psalm 67:1
God be merciful unto us; and bless us and cause His face to shine upon us.

Good morning Daddy God. Thank you for your love. Help us to move ever forward in the work you have set before us. Release Duke to his family. Bring Vivi to rescue. Heal all of our sick ones and help us to always unite in your love. We will not be moved. Nothing can separate us from your love. Help us to draw ever closer to you. Help and guide your beautiful and mighty army to bring Vivi home and to free Duke. Help them in all of their endeavors. Bless Kathy's work for the horses, Last Chance Corral, all of the loving shelters and rescuers. Bring Bowdee home to his mommy. Bring peace where there is turmoil, love where there is pain, and lift us up high upon your shoulders so the world becomes small and you become larger than any circumstance we may face. Give us victory in your mercy and grace. In Jesus's Name...We praise you as we bring all of our loved ones to your throne in prayer.
Luke 15:4
What man of you having a hundred sheep, if he lose one of them, does not leave the ninety and nine in the wilderness; and go after that which is lost until he find it?
Daddy God, continue to speak to and lead all we have brought to your throne to the safety and love of home with their families. Help us to find them Daddy God. Vivi, Biggie, Sniffles, Rags, Faithful, Little Aussie, Mommy, Daddy and Baby Girl pup, Apple Riley, Holly, (bring her out of the desert to safety) , Precious Hosanna, Buddy, Annie, African Grey, Patterson, pointer, Jack Russel, Grey Tabby, Bowdee, Yorkie, Shimi, the cemetary strays Buttons , Black Afghan Hound, Lola, Vern, Zoey, Saffie, Axel, Brewster, Hopey, Max, Missy, Calbert, Seven and Bambi. Bring them home to their families filled with love, joy and warmth.
Isaiah 53:4-5
Surely He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we did esteem Him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted. But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement of our peace was upon Him, and with His stripes, we are healed.
Holy Jesus, continue to touch our little ones with your precious healing power, CJ, Dante, Felice, Max, Little McGee, Murphy, Mylie, Barbaro, Gunner, Linus, Kiva, Ellie,(restore all that had to be taken), Morgan, Little Andi, Nicki, Dude, Brandy, Tucker, Lexie, Isabella,Twin Kittens, Bowen, Heather, Doogie, Clarus, Prince, Star, Skeeter, Scout, Tigger , Ezmeralda, New Foundland, Tank , Billy, Lilly, Auggie, Sparky, Meeko, Barney. Joey, Skittles, Zoey, Diva, Merlin, Magic, Briar, Fluffy, Cubby, Awmee, injured bird, Trevor, little Rachael who has stomach upsets like little McGee used to have before you touched him, Piper, Winnie, Mercy ,Rocket Spit McGee, Scrappy, Jethro, Emma, Chelsea, Iggy, Contessa, Tara, and Hope. Continue your miraculous healing grace in our brothers and sisters, Madison, Gina, Baby Girl, JL, Lance, Pam, Chris, Pat, Jacque, Darlene, Kim, BJ, Rose, Mary Ann, Kathleen, Abby, Renee, Renee's uncle and cousin, Lois, Gail T. Button's owner, Joyce, Gail's mom, Julie, Sabina, Kathy, Amanda, Ann, Pam, Chrissy Sharon's dear friend, Jill, little Rachael, Irene, Sharon's mom, Cindy, Tara, Tommy, Rosa, and Gayle. Continue to protect beloved Israel and America as they battle terrorism to keep us free. Shelter them and give them victory. Protect the innocent and lead them to safety and provision. We pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Bring justice for Otis, Otto, and Boxer Puppy. Bring Freedom and deliverance for Duke. Give them righteous Judges who will honor your creatures Daddy God and bring Duke home to his mommy where he is meant to be. Help us to raise all the funds that are needed, for you are our provider. Help those who are looking for employment to find the place you want their light to shine. Increase and bless them Daddy. Fill our lives with your glory as we work and watch for your Son Jesus, our Savior. Flood this earth with your glory and power for all to see. Bring Vivi home Daddy God. Let this be the day Daddy God....Let this be the day INDEED...In Jesus's Name we pray....Amen

Only God can fully satisfy the hungry heart...Hugo Black

[lnda Speranza]

I watched the kentucky derby for the first time. I do not like horse racing. My biggest fear is that the horse falls, & then has to be put down..

I did not see any horse breakdown yesterday.. I was happy for that.. But seeing how beatuful all those horse are.. They get the royal treatment, before that race.. I fear for some of them after the race ..

[Kathleen McGurty-Weiser (Kathy from Bayside)]

For Chi's

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[Kathleen Stephenson]

CAN YOU HELP PRINCESS MADISON PLEASE?

I have created a Petition for Madison and her family which will be sent to Extreme Home Makeover. We are praying they can help rebuild a better and more handicap accessible home for Madison and her family.

Your signatures would be so very much appreciated. Thank you in advance.

http://www.gopetition.com/online/12112.html

[kathy in colorado]

just signed the petition Kathleen but is says I was the second one ---- come on Team Vivi - we need to sign the petition for our little Princess.

[kathy in colorado]

please click on this link and read about the media blitz that will be happening on 5/9 and 5/16 - can you help with this please?

http://forums.delphiforums.com/timwoolley/?msg=8916.31&post=y&guest=y

[Kathleen Stephenson]

Thanks Kathy. I saw your signature. Thank you so much.

I will hit the Memphis, TN media. Guess I am the "onlyiest" one in Memphis anyway, huh. Thanks for posting.

[kathy in colorado]

thanks Kathleen and I'm sure there are other Tennessee-ians but you're one of the special ones -

[Susan Lorinsky]

I just signed the petition, Kathleen. What a wonderful idea. I hope they are picked. Extreme Home Makeover has built remarkable homes for families with all kinds of needs. The people seem very compassionate, also. Keeping my fingers crossed that we will see Madison's family get a new home.

[SueG]

Hi Kat, I just signed the petition for Madison
I think it would be so neat for Extreme Home Makeover
to go to their home, I sit and watch it every Sunday night and cry.

[Paula Wright]

KATHLEEN--I just signed my name on the petition for Madison and her family. They deserved the helps they need for her.
I hope they will sign it soon so that way it can be heling them to get it fix up!
God Bless you all.

[Kathleen Stephenson]

I cannot tell you all how much this means to me. The signatures are growing very rapidly for Madison and her family.

I watched Extreme Home Makeover tonight (as I do each week), and the one tonight really touched me so deeply. I cried most of the way through it. This lady was a single mother who took a step to purchase a home for she and her four boys. Then the house was destroyed almost by termites before they were even able to enjoy their home.

I thought back to the days of how difficult it was for me to purchase the home I now live in being a single (or divorced) mom myself. I remembered the excitement and joy my two sons and I felt when we moved into our new home. You would have thought we had won the lottery! So my emotions were pretty wild tonight for this lady, Mary Noelle.

This new home for Madison and her family would be such a blessing and make their lives so much easier and better I truly believe. I thank each of you from the bottom of my heart for helping with your support over the past year and now on this petition. Bless you all. I am still crying after the sweet comments I also read with the names.

I pray someday Madison will be able to come to this blog and thank each of you for all your help. With God's grace, I believe we may see that day yet just as we will see Vivi come home finally.

[Susan Lorinsky]

Amen, Kathleen. May they get the home they deserve to make their lives easier. May we welcome Vivi home very soon.

[kathy in colorado]

Don't forget the media blitz on Wednesday.....

Anti Horse Slaughter Strategy
Strategy for Monday May 7

Although S311 was passed in committee and is now released to be put on the senate calendar for a full vote, our battle is just beginning.

We still must get HR503 out of the House Committees. This could be a problem. The leadership of both committees in the House, the Commerce Committee and the Agricultural Committee are AGAINST the bill. It seems that our best shot is to get the senate leadership to put S311 on the calendar for a full vote. However, the only way to assure this happening is by getting more co-sponsors in the Senate. We need co-sponsors in BOTH the Senate and the House. The more support, the better our chance for moving this forward.

FYI: The House and Senate bills can move separately, and if one passes (say it's S311), then the House could also pass the Senate version. It doesn't matter what the title or bill number is. Both houses of Congress just have to pass identical pieces of legislation, and both 503 and 311 are identical.

Our sources have confirmed that to target the committees at this time, would NOT be the most efficient use of our time. We have been informed that nothing will happen without more co-sponsors. For this reason, we have been ASKED to keep contacting any of our own senators and congressmen that are not yet on board. Please remember to NOT place calls to those that are already co-sponsors.

Our opponents have not become complacent, instead they have become stronger. They are more determined than ever! And we must be also. For this reason, we are asking you to do the following:

Click on the link called Media Blitz/Horse Hands Across America and follow the instructions. This is an URGENT call to action to all FOB's. Action must be taken on Wednesday, May 9 and Wednesday, May 16!!

For those of you who have not yet become a member of a state group, please contact Stephanie at sbreaux1@verizon.net The response to our request for an Illinois group has been answered. Right now, Illinois needs our help. If you live in Illinois please contact w.szara@comcast.net

Alex has posted links on the anti slaughter site for your convenience. http://www.timwoolleyracing.com/news/2007/04/anti_horse_slau.php You can easily access both co-sponsor lists and more information about the state groups. AND the Media Blitz link!!

WE ARE BARBARO'S VOICE! Make those calls and send those faxes for him and all the horses.

If you think one person won't make a difference, you're WRONG!!

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; Indeed it's the only thing that ever has"...Margaret Mead

URGENT CALL TO ACTION MAY 9 AND MAY 16 MEDIA BLITZ/HORSE HANDS ACROSS AMERICA

[kathy in colorado]

Some very sad news ---- Cavel re-opened this morning and has begun slaughter operations. Please call your senators and reps and ask them to support S311 to end horse slaughter in the US --- this is heartbreaking. Cavel is making all this money on OUR horses and Cavel is FOREIGN owned - I'm sorry, but I'm ready to kick all the foreigners out and keep all our money and food here ---- we'd be a lot happier, safer and richer.

Sorry - this is not a very good day - my heart is broken but I am not giving up and ask that you help me in getting this bill passed - PLEASE

[Pam A.]

Just curious - Are there protest people outside this plant? Do protests get organized to picket this place?

[Kathleen Stephenson]

Oh Kathy, this breaks my heart too. Those poor, innocent, beautiful creatures. I agree, protesting might raise enough of a stink that the media attention might get this passed or something done to close them in the meantime.

Wish I lived there to protest. I'd put on my old Hippy attire (ha, like I could still get into it) and off I would go.

[Kathleen Stephenson]

If you haven't signed the Petition for an Extreme Home Makeover for Madison and her family, please help.

People from the blog have been so wonderful about signing and their sweet comments also. Thank you so much.

New petition site for Madison's Extreme Makeover. Please circulate far and wide. Thanks.

Kathleen Stephenson

http://www.gopetition.com/petitions/what-princess-madison-needs-to-get-better.html

[rooooby]

I'm amazed, disgusted and heart sick at the Cavel slaughter house...thousands of horses have been killed in 2007........It's May, how could that be possible?
I also saw that the Cavel slaughter house is owned by people in belgium.......
We're in to help you Kathy..we will stop it!

[kathy in colorado]

I don't know about any protests but will find out - our Illinois FOB's are pretty on top of stuff - we were joking that we were going to have to lie in the middle of the highway - it may not be a joke now - it may be reality. Will let you know what I hear about protests.

Yes - all three s/h are foreign owned - they are the ones that eat it - we need to get rid of all foreign-owned businesses and get our country back.

[kathy in colorado]

it's heartbreaking Rooby but there are hundreds of horses all over the US in feedlots every day just waiting to be loaded up and hauled to Illinois or Mexico or Canada --- people would rather sell them for meat than to feed them or care for them ---- the almighty dollar. They want you to think it's the old that are there but there are week old foals, pregnant mares, ex-winning racehorses, healthy, vibrant, horses that nobody wants. The FOB's have rescued 600+ so far and we aren't going to stop till it is over with. I know you all are with me - it helps that I can come to you and you are there. every time I hear of a desperate plea to raise funds to rescue a horse, I will let you know, but you are all welcome to go to the tim woolley site and become full fledged FOB's and help get the word out. It's a big job but a rewarding one ----- each time you look into their eyes you see their sweet soul.

[Margot]

I wasn't on the blog yesterday but I just signed the petition for Madison. There were 80 names when I signed but Madison needs many many more. Please everyone sign and ask your friends to sign also. This child and her family really need our help.

[rooooby]

I'm wondering Kathleen Ssss, if you had Madison's petition on the regular petition site where we had Otis and where Duke's petition still is, if you wouldn't get more signatures??? It's a thought. I know on that site, the signatures build up fast. You could have two petitions that was.

http://www.thepetitionsite.com/create.html

[rooooby]

*** I MEAN: YOU COULD HAVE TWO PETITIONS THAT WAY.
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[Kathleen Stephenson]

That is a good idea Roooby. I may try again. I tried a couple of weeks ago, and it would never accept my petition and send me the e-mail confirmation at the Petition.com site. I also e-mailed them twice and got no response.

I found another child needing help who had used the GoPetition.com site and went there. No trouble with that one yesterday, and it was immediately posted.

It certainly would not hurt to have two. I think I will try the other one also this week. Thanks for the suggestion.

Margot, thanks for the good word. We are up to 100 signatures now. Please everyone, e-mail your friends, animal lovers and family and ask them to please sign and support Madison too.

Thanks for all of your help. We will get there, and it will make a difference just like it did with Otis' situation.

[Susan Lorinsky]

I agree, Kathy. These type of foreign businesses have to go, especially Cavel. My senators and reps are co-sponsors of the bills. I hope these bills get passed and we can tell this Belgium company where to go. To do this to such majestic beautiful animals that symbolize the American spirit and for what?

[darlene osullivan]

hey strangers - i did sign Madison's petition.
been out of the loop awhile and missed you all. we are still hot on the trail of Duke's defense and YES, there is still Vivi posting happening.
here's hoping that summer will bring the lost and caged all back home :) God, i hope so.

[Pam A.]

Amen, Darlene. We need some good news here.

[Kathleen Stephenson]

Hey Darlene, I saw your signature this morning and Debbie's too. Saw Margot's also yesterday. And so many other wonderful people.

We are up to 133 signatures last count, and growing pretty fast. I'm going to try building a second site like Roooby suggested tonight at the Petition.com too. I'll use my yahoo e-mail and see if it will work finally. I know Roooby and others have mentioned mail being returned from my Juno, and I think some weird stuff happened when I was getting those crazy e-mails that caused this.

Got my fingers & toes crossed for Duke's new verdict, and also for our precious Vivi and the others. Keep the media blast going for our horses like Kathy said - we will win this battle too with God's help on our side!

[Pukie Baby]

On the Itchmo site, there is a MSNBC story listed about this new pet food, in a roll that is put in a frig and sold in stores - it's called FreshPet and sells for about 60 cents a pound. No rendered animals and only veggies and meat etc. It sounds good so I thought I would share it; I haven't tried it but I might this week.

[Susan Lorinsky]

Hi Darlene,
It's great to see your post. We've missed you. I hope Duke goes home to his family and the Weenie Crew deliver Vivi right into Jill's arms very soon. We all need some good news and celebrations.

[Pukie Baby]

The FDA just had another newsconference: It seems that now it is "Wheat Flour" that is contaminated. So avoid all "Wheat Flour" in anything especially doggie treats.

Seems that ChemNutra shipped the junk to Canada and they in turn made it into fish meal, and it seems to be the fish meal that is actually fed to live fish on fish farms. And they FDA tested what they thought was "Wheat Gluten" and it came out as Wheat Flour, where the Chinese were just grinding flour and adding the Melamine and C. Acid to it to up the protein count, to make it appear as if it was "Wheat Gluten" (which is processed) and it was unprocessed Wheat Flour.

Ugh!

[darlene osullivan]

I missed you too Susan!!! we have been on the go here nonstop just like all of you guys. trying to help all of these babies is alot work but oh, so satisfying. i do miss the old blog ALOT. was a place of refuge and laughter when it was deserately needed. maybe one day, it will be back and all of the people who used to hang out and have some fun will return. there is always strength in numbers.

[Paula Wright]

DARLENE--Oh yes one day when Vivi is found alive and safe...we will celebrate here! :-D
I missed seeing you on the blog!
Keep the great work on finding Vivi!

[Pukie Baby]

The energy has changed from the pet food poisoning and the blog may never be the same again. The Vivi energy has changed too, but I sure hope one day she surpises us all and appears.

[kathy in colorado]

For those interested I heard that there was a rally at the state capital in Springfield, Ill and there is also a hearing in the US senate on anti slaughter.

This just in:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Illinois Bill to Protect Horses Passes
Senate Committee

Bill Moves to Full Senate Hearing

WASHINGTON (May 8, 2007) – Today, an Illinois Senate
Committee voted 7-0 to
pass a bill banning the slaughter of American horses
for human consumption
overseas. The Humane Society of the United States
applauds the Senate
Committee and urges the full Senate to quickly pass
this legislation.

The bill, H.B. 1711, passed the Illinois House last
month and now moves to
the full Senate. Governor Rod Blagojevich strongly
supports the bill and
has lobbied in favor of its passage.

“Horses are an integral part of American history,”
said Wayne Pacelle,
president and CEO of The Humane Society of the United
States. “They are our
companions, not food animals. Horses should not be
brutally killed to end
up on a dinner table overseas. They deserve our
protection. Lawmakers in
Springfield recognize this. The Humane Society of the
United States is
grateful for their support.”

The Cavel International horse slaughterhouse in
DeKalb, Ill., is the only
active plant in the country killing horses for human
consumption. After a
federal court ruled that the U.S. Department of
Agriculture could not
provide inspections of horses about to be slaughtered,
the plant was shut
down. However, last week, an appeals court stayed the
ruling, temporarily
allowing the DeKalb plant to resume operations until
an appeal could be
heard. On the federal level, U.S. Rep. Janice
Schakowsky (D-9/Ill.) is
leading the effort in the U.S. Congress to pass a
separate bill, H.R. 503,
which would ban horse slaughter for human consumption
nationwide.

[kathy in colorado]

if any one can donate - these horses need to be saved by tomorrow - there is a paypal account listed - please donate if you can.

http://forums.delphiforums.com/timwoolley/messages/?msg=9051.1

[kathy in colorado]

oooops - should have been
http://forums.delphiforums.com/timwoolley/messages/?msg=9043.1

[G in Maine]

There are lots of us out here who still check the blog everyday. I stopped posting when all the nonsense was happening a while ago. I still think of Vivi all the time.

I just signed the petition for Madison. It would be awsome if they could help her and her family.

[kathy in colorado]

I'm so sorry to bombard you but here is another urgent need - these are U.S. horses - the first one I listed are in Belgium.

http://forums.delphiforums.com/timwoolley/messages/?msg=9020.1

As you see - there are so many being killed.

[Pam A.]

Oh this is so sad...I was looking at some of the pictures. These are young, magnificent, healthy creatures that are going to be shipped.

[Kathleen Stephenson]

G IN MAINE - Thank you and so many others. You are all so wonderful. The petition is about 149 signatures now. Seems to be slowing though. PLEASE everyone send this info to all your friends and family (and people you work with) and ask them to please sign the petition for Madison.

This little girl has struggled so hard and come so far. I truly believe this added help (such as the therapy room in their home for her and a hyperbaric chamber also) might help her come out of this coma finally.

God bless you all for your help.

http://www.gopetition.com/petitions/what-princess-madison-needs-to-get-better.html

[Kay]

Kathleen, I sent the link to everyone in my address book. Hopefully they will all sign it. This would be such a great thing for Madison.

[Kathleen Stephenson]

Kay - Thank you so much for doing this. You are great! How is Jacques doing too?

[kathy in colorado]

hi everyone - today is the media blitz Wednesday - please email the media in your state -

There is a planned Urgent Media Blitz to take place on Wednesday, May 9th and Wednesday, May 16th. This media blitz is designed to create awareness for the AHSPA and to gain more support among Americans. We need more "HORSE HANDS ACROSS AMERICA" to get involved. This is a chance for everyone to do something. On the 9th and 16th, we are asking you to copy this letter and send it to all of your local newspapers.
(a media link is provided below)

FOB's have proven that we CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE! That said, we're asking you once again to HELP US ORGANIZE the biggest media blitz this country has ever seen to save our horses! Raise your voices once more and help make this media blitz a success!
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Please review the following letter written on behalf of The Jacksons and other Derby Winners' owners.

Please copy this letter and click on the media link below to find the local papers in your area. You can send the letter to 5 different papers at once and then you can go back and do it again!
http://www.newspapersol.com/

The Letter:

We stand with the proud owners of Kentucky Derby winners mentioned in the following letter published in the Louisville Courier-Journal on May 5. We join them in urging Congress to end the slaughtering of American horses for human consumption abroad.

Derby winners' owners: End 'cruel and brutal' practice
As proud owners of Kentucky Derby winners, we urge Congress to pass the American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act (S 311/HR 503) to end the horrific practice of transporting and slaughtering horses for human consumption abroad.
While we have been fortunate to have bred, raised and raced world-class horses, we know we have a special responsibility to all horses, champion or not.
No horse should face the cruel and brutal end that slaughter entails.
Horses taken to slaughter are often purchased by killer-buyers; many others are stolen from their owners.
Still others have been surrendered for sale by owners unaware that their beloved animal will end up in the slaughterhouse.
Transport conditions are so bad that even the Department of Agriculture has condemned them.
Horses bound for transport are crammed into crowded trailers, unprotected from heat or cold and deprived of food, water and exercise for up to 28 hours. Many do not survive. Those who do are often too sick to stand.
Abused, terrified and desperate, they are then beaten and electrocuted to death.
Recent court rulings have temporarily shut down the three horse slaughter plants in the U.S., but foreign companies are now exporting American horses to slaughterhouses in Mexico and Canada.
Without a federal ban, they will continue to transport horses across our borders for slaughter and might soon be able to relocate their slaughterhouses to other states within the U.S.
The American Horse Slaughter Protection Act will close these loopholes and put down slaughter for good.
For our horses and our humanity, we ask that this bill be passed.
This letter was submitted on behalf of the following owners:
Staci and Arthur Hancock (Sunday Silence, 1989; Gato del Sol, 1982); John and Debby Oxley (Monarchos, 2001); Mike Peagram (Real Quiet, 1998) and William T. and Barbara Young, Overbrook Farm (Grindstone, 1996), all of Kentucky.
Sackatoga Stable, Jack Knowlton, managing partner (Funny Cide, 2003), and Joseph and Eileen Cornacchia and Bill Condren (Go for Gin, 1994; Strike the Gold, 1991), of New York.
Roy and Gretchen Jackson (Barbaro, 2006) and Patricia Chapman (Smarty Jones, 2004), of Pennsylvania.
Jerry and Ann Moss (Giacomo, 2005); Beverly Lewis (Charismatic, 1999; Silver Charm, 1997) and Howard Keck (Ferdinand, 1986), of Louisiana.
Mrs. Paul Mellon (Sea Hero, 1993) and Bert and Diana Firestone (Genuine Risk, 1980), of Virginia.
Sally Hill (Seattle Slew, Triple Crown winner, 1977), of Florida.
Penny Chenery (Secretariart, 1973; Riva Ridge, 1972), of Maryland.

http://www.newspapersol.com/

[kathy in colorado]

Happy Wednesday everyone - If you can help, I would really appreciate it. There is a lady that had 11 horses - she dumped them all in a feedlot and the are scheduled to go to slaughter tomorrow - Thursday. the still need $6300 to save these horses - I know that is a lot but there are a lot of people that are hearing this and hopefully donating - any amount, large or small will help. there are many that are pregnant and if not rescued, their babies will never ever take a breath of air.

http://ahimsaranch.org/URGENT.html

After going to this site, if you can donate, please call since time is very urgent.

http://forums.prospero.com/timwoolley/messages?msg=9020.56

[Kathleen Stephenson]

Kathy, I went to the site yesterday you posted with all those beautiful babies. I thought I would never stop crying.

Darlene (Missy Tender Heart), DO NOT visit that site. We just might have to commit you if you do! Take our word, you do not want to see those beautiful faces. The first one with the beautiful blue eyes was my favorite. Wish I could go purchase that one and keep it. I knew I should have bought a farm!

[kathy in colorado]

what is nice is if you donate you are in a way buying the horse - you are buying them their lives - a chance to run and play and be loved - a chance to not be inhumanely slaughtered and end up on a dinnerplate - PLEASE PLEASE DONATE TO:

OK, you can donate via www.paypal.com,

ahimsarescue@aol.com

or send a check to:

Ahimsa Ranch Animal Rescue
Director: Lauren Tipton
3264 WCR 72
Fort Collins
CO, 80524

Here are the horses (second group - first was saved already!)

http://ahimsaranch.org/URGENT.html

I PROMISE - IF YOU DONATE AND WE GET THESE BABIES SAVED, I WILL PERSONALLY GO UP THERE AND TAKE PICTURES AND POST THEM - I'LL EVEN KISS THEM ON THEIR VELVETY NOSES FOR EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU - OK - GUESS I'M SELLING KISSES....ANYONE WANT TO BUY?

[Pam A.]

Man...if I had the $6,000 or so to save this group, it would be worth it to see you kissing the noses of this beautiful group.

[kathy in colorado]

GOOD NEWS VIVI-ITES - The Belgium horses that need to be rescued by today are onl;y $400 away from rescuing all of them - YAY. We still need about $4600 for the Colorado horses. Buy a kiss from me ------ :)

[kathy in colorado]

I'll do it Pam - I'll get my daughters video camera and put it on youtube!!!!! I'll do anything for these babies.

[kathy in colorado]

and don't forget to do the media blitz today - info posted above - it is really easy --- cut and paste and email. THANKS everyone - we are on a roll -- but I need your help

[kathy in colorado]

THE BELGIUM HORSES HAVE BEEN SAVED --- ALL MONEY WAS RAISED TO SAVE THEM AND THEY ARE BEING PUT INTO RESCUE FOR CARE UNTIL ADOPTED.

Now we need to save the 11 Colorado horses.

[Meri-Lou Mahoney]

Kathy, I can not call them directly, so will you contact them for me and let them know that I am sending $250.00 via PayPal today.

[darlene osullivan]

Kathy - Noted and thank you!! i will see what i can scrape up to help those babes. i wish it was legal to raise funding to have these IDIOTS that hurt, abuse, and kill them to be "disposed of."
you're doing a wonderful thing, Kathy!! Go and kiss every one of them for us :) they will never feel such love.

[kathy in colorado]

Meri-Lou - send me an email please - greyhounds4me2003@yahoo.com

[darlene osullivan]

KATHLEEN - THANKS FOR THE WARNING - YOU DO KNOW HOW I GET. I SO APPRECIATE IT!!!
I AM DOING A PAYPAL RIGHT NOW :)
PUCKER UP, KATHY - - I WANN A KISS, BABY!!!!

[Meri-Lou Mahoney]

Kathy, I sent you an email

[Pam A.]

Kathy, it sounds like you had better start puckering up! LOL.

[kathy in colorado]

I'm puckered and stocking up on lip gloss -

S M A C K

If you guys want to join in on the blog to let them know that you are donating, go to http://forums.delphiforums.com/timwoolley/messages/?msg=9020.225

you may have to register to post but it is easy.

THIS IS GREYt

[kathy in colorado]

DARLENE - my weenie queen ------ I'm puckering up and puttin on some special red lipstick for your kiss

[Kathleen Stephenson]

Hey Darlene - You need to design one of those Budweiser special outfits for Kathy to wear when she goes to kiss all these horses! Nothing but the best for Kathy! It has been a long time since you have designed one - it is TIME.

[kathy in colorado]

Nothing too flashy - don't want to scare the horseys

[Kathleen Stephenson]

Our friend Jill told me how some of the horses loved the licorice and peppermint, maybe Darlene could string that and some of those good hotdogs on it for a little snack for all of them too. Some looked like they could use the extra calories.

[kathy in colorado]

th;ey LOVE peppermint candies ---- Barbaro had a fancy for the green spearmint candies - didn't like the red ones and he would pick them out they say. We had so much fun feeding the horses apples, carrots and horse candy AND the peppermints too when we went up to the rescue on the 29th - my granddaughter McKenzie was in 7th heaven around those horses - and the babies --- she wanted to hold them even tho they were 10 times her size - hahaha

[Susan Lorinsky]

Hey Kathleen, Great news about finding quicker ways to contact Extreme Home staff. keeping my fingers crossed. I just went to the Rescue site who have Mac, the horse the zoo contacted them on. Darlene, don't look at it. I'm so upset I can't see straight. I can think of a few things I'd like to do to those people who threw him out like garbage. Maybe the lions would like something different for dinner. Thank goodness for the angels who saved Mac.

[Kathleen Stephenson]

You know ladies, just when we feel "down" and need some encouragement, God always provides. We have had so many wonderful things happening this week.

Bambi is home. Kathy and her group are saving horses right and left. Mac is getting the love and help he needs. Madison's chance at having the home that will help her is looking better and better. Kathy is going to get to kiss a "whole lotta horses" soon. Roooby has petitioned herself silly today and is exhausted. The media has been hitting the horse slaughter issue bigtime. No horses were injured in the Derby (thank God). Darlene gets to design a Budweiser original for Kathy to wear while she kisses those horses (with treats attached). We have not given up on Vivi and the posting continues, and on and on.

Life is good. Time to go home and take Tinkerbell some chicken to make her smile too! Chicken pot pie night at KFC - $1.99 special. She loves those chicken pot pies.

Night everyone. May we have many more blessings and good news tomorrow.

[kathy in colorado]

Thank you Kathleen for reminding us of our gifts. AND THANK YOU to everyone for helping me with the horse rescues, the faxing, petitioning, the calling, THE DONATING and all the prayers and good thoughts. The day will come when there will be no more animal cruelty on this planet - with your help, it will come sooner.

PS - We only need $1600 more to rescue the 11 horses in the Colorado feedlot and we only have until noon tomorrow to raise it ---- This total started at over $6500 so we are closing in. Thanks to everyone who has donated or sent prayers.

[Pam A.]

Oh Kathy...so close. I hope and pray it can get raised.

[Meri-Lou Mahoney]

Kathy, I just read this and was wondering if you had heard anything about these little guys. Let me know as I will do what I can to help them out.

FOB's...
Several FOB's and I have been notified of the opportunity to save at least 10 foals under 4 months of age off of a feedlot.
Each foal is $250 each.
We need to collect $2500 to get these foals off the
feedlot. We have foster homes for all of these foals. One of the fosters will also be taking the Twins in June. All of these homes were referred to me by Shelley Sawhook of the American Horse Defense Fund. References have been verified.
Let's get these lil ones off of that lot asap. We are trying to pick them up as soon as Donations to be sent to

loloparks@aol.com via www.paypal.comSaturday.

[Meri-Lou Mahoney]

Sorry, this is where donations for the horses can be made

loloparks@aol.com via www.paypal

[Kathleen Stephenson]

MERI-LOU & KATHY (CO) - I just e-mailed Jill from the blog with the info. She knows so many people who do dog and horse rescue and love horses as well. I'm sure she has some great contacts to get the word out about these babies.

Continue to keep those toes, legs, fingers, etc. crossed Kathy. We will win these battles and have more victories to celebrate yet! Now we just need good news on Vivi, Sniffles, Biggie, and sweet Duke! What is taking that Court so long with Duke's case .....

[Meri-Lou Mahoney]

Here is an update on the original 10 foals i mentioned

Hi All..
The foals are still on the lot with their mothers.
At first, I was told we could just get the babies.

UPDATE...THERE IS A VERY STRONG CHANCE.....
They will let us save the MARES AND FOALS together!!!!!

17 MARES AND FOALS.

They are calling me back today with confirmation.

We definitely have adoptive homes for 6 Mares and Foals.
Working on more with our contacts.

It is SO much healthier for the mare and foal to go together.
NO HORSE LEFT BEHIND!!

[kathy in colorado]

$220 to go to get the foals and their mamas Meri-Lou - I'm sure they will all get saved - the FOB's are an incredible group. Still need $1100 for the ?Colorado 11 - heard one was sold out from underneath us to a Mexican rodeo - for tripping - bad if you don't know what that is - trying to see if we can up the anti and make the kill buyer sell her to us. PRAY ---- tripping is not a good life.

[kathy in colorado]

Loosing this one mare to the Mexican Rodeo has caused quite a stir on the Barbaro blog - they are now down to needing $875 in just a matter of minutes ----- sure hope they can do something to get her back - course they will just buy a different one probably ---- there unfortunately is a lot of horses available to get. So many horses that no body wants -----

[Meri-Lou Mahoney]

Kathy, I read the blog and I believe it indicates that they have raised $220.00 for the 17 that still need to be rescused (10 babies and 7 moms). The 10 babies will cost $2500.00 and they don't know yet how much the moms will be. I am going to do my part and purchase one. I am also putting another challenge to this group and that is, if they come up with enough to purchase 5 ($1250.00) additional babies, I will purchase another one. If anyone is willing to take me up on this, please let Kathy know how much you are sending, so that she can keep me honest.

[kathy in colorado]

THE COLORADO 10 HAVE BEEN SAVED!!!!! They are seeing if there is a way to get the one mare back from the Mexican Rodeo people.

[Pam A.]

Wonderful, Kathy!! I hope that last mare can be rescued. I looked up tripping -- not nice (to put it mildly). It's unbelievable how nasty people can be.

[kathy in colorado]

and I found out it is legal in colorado, wyoming, california and texas - we have to stop this along with slautghter

[Pam A.]

YOU'RE KIDDING!!! This act is legal in certain states??? It's gotta be stopped. Put me on the bandwagon. I wanna sign a petition.

[kathy in colorado]

I just found out the pregnant mares that were saved have been moved to a safer location in case they foal before being moved to rescue - the mare that was bought by the Mexican Rodeo is still there and they may be able to get her back - the rodeo wanted all the two year olds gut the kb said they were already spoken for - why this one slipped thru - who knows but they are trying to get her back - PRAY PLEASE

[kathy in colorado]

It's never-ending guys - we saved the Belgium horses, we saved the ones on the Colorado feedlot and now I find out that LCC - Last Chance Corral - needs some more funds to get more babies and milk - they need to finish raising about $1600 more - check out this picture - it is soooo precious

http://forums.delphiforums.com/timwoolley/messages/?msg=9086.52

[kathy in colorado]

darn it - I did it again - the real link to see the cute pics is http://forums.delphiforums.com/timwoolley/messages/?msg=8998.52

[kathy in colorado]

Below are (2) ways to donate to the LCC:

Mail check, money order or cashiers check:
LAST CHANCE CORRAL
Victoria Goss, President
5350 Pomeroy Road
Athens, Ohio 45701

PayPal donations via Pure Thoughts website:
(Please type "Nursemare Farm Fund-LCC" in the "Instructions" section when making your donation on the Pure Thoughts website):
Please click on the link below and click on "Donation" at the bottom left of page under the bracelets and "Feed a Foal with this Button" -
http://www.saveafoal.com/

Posted by Betty - Blessed be the Lord, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. 'HOLY IS HE!"

Psalm 125:1-2
They that trust in the Lord shall be as Mount Zion, which shall not be removed, but abides forever. As the mountains are round about Jerusalem, so the Lord is round about His people from henceforth even forever.

Good morning Daddy God. We come to you with thankful hearts and love towards you, our gracious and merciful Father. We thank you Daddy for helping your chosen to save the horses and for bringing little Bambi home in such a miraculous way. Thank you for watching and caring for little Madison. Daddy God we ask that you show your mighty army where beloved Vivi is. We know she is safe in your care and we ask your blessings over her. Bring her out into the open Daddy God and give us the rest for our hearts that we so long for. Vivi is so precious Daddy and we need to see her loving face, happy and warm on the cuddly couch of home. We give you control over our lives and our dreams. It is in your hands that all things come to pass and we will not be moved. Our faith is in you and you alone. We love you Daddy God and we praise you and your Holy Son Jesus, our brother and Savior. We lay all of our cares and all of our loved ones at your feet in expectation of glorious miracles. Bring Bowdee home to his mommy daddy. They need each other. In Jesus's Name we praise you!!
Luke 15:4
What man of you having a hundred sheep, if he lose one of them, does not leave the ninety and nine in the wilderness; and go after that which is lost until he find it?
Daddy God, continue to speak to and lead all we have brought to your throne to the safety and love of home with their families. Help us to find them Daddy God. Vivi, Biggie, Sniffles, Rags, Faithful, Little Aussie, Mommy, Daddy and Baby Girl pup, Apple Riley, Holly, (bring her out of the desert to safety) , Precious Hosanna, Buddy, Annie, African Grey, Patterson, pointer, Jack Russel, Grey Tabby, Bowdee, Yorkie, Shimi, the cemetary strays Buttons , Black Afghan Hound, Lola, Vern, Zoey, Saffie, Axel, Brewster, Hopey, Max, Missy, Calbert, and Seven. Bring them home to their families filled with love, joy and warmth.
Isaiah 53:4-5
Surely He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we did esteem Him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted. But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement of our peace was upon Him, and with His stripes, we are healed.
Holy Jesus, continue to touch our little ones with your precious healing power, CJ, Dante, Felice, Max, Little McGee, Murphy, Mylie, Barbaro, Gunner, Linus, Kiva, Ellie,(restore all that had to be taken), Morgan, Little Andi, Nicki, Dude, Brandy, Tucker, Lexie, Isabella,Twin Kittens, Bowen, Heather, Doogie, Clarus, Prince, Star, Skeeter, Scout, Tigger , Ezmeralda, New Foundland, Tank , Billy, Lilly, Auggie, Sparky, Meeko, Barney. Joey, Skittles, Zoey, Diva, Merlin, Magic, Briar, Fluffy, Cubby, Awmee, injured bird, Trevor, little Rachael who has stomach upsets like little McGee used to have before you touched him, Piper, Winnie, Mercy ,Rocket Spit McGee, Scrappy, Jethro, Emma, Chelsea, Iggy, Contessa, Tara, and Hope. Continue your miraculous healing grace in our brothers and sisters, Madison, Gina, Baby Girl, JL, Lance, Pam, Chris, Pat, Jacque, Darlene, Kim, BJ, Rose, Mary Ann, Kathleen, Abby, Renee, Renee's uncle and cousin, Lois, Gail T. Button's owner, Joyce, Gail's mom, Julie, Sabina, Kathy, Amanda, Ann, Pam, Chrissy Sharon's dear friend, Jill, little Rachael, Irene, Sharon's mom, Cindy, Tara, Tommy, Rosa, and Gayle. Continue to protect beloved Israel and America as they battle terrorism to keep us free. Shelter them and give them victory. Protect the innocent and lead them to safety and provision. We pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Bring justice for Otis, Otto, and Boxer Puppy. Bring Freedom and deliverance for Duke. Give them righteous Judges who will honor your creatures Daddy God and bring Duke home to his mommy where he is meant to be. Help us to raise all the funds that are needed, for you are our provider. Help those who are looking for employment to find the place you want their light to shine. Increase and bless t