Saturday morning

Good morning,

As most of you know, we lost Wally and Leaguer last weekend.

OTTB's Leaguer and CB were both sponsored by Sheriff Susan and Susan is going to continue her love for CB.

The big news is for OTTB HONEY!

Candae, aka Songcyclist, sponsored OTTB Wally Tamale. We know the loss was very difficult for her as it was for everyone else.

Candae has decided to sponsor

HONEY

Congratulations to Candae but a huge Congrats to Honey!

Stephanie

Tuesday morning

Good Morning,

Diane and Shannon are still here with us.

The house is very quiet. dogs are even subdued. It has been a very emotional weekend, but I trust to say one that will not be forgotten anytime soon. Though plans had to be changed or cancelled, everyone understood. A lifetime bond was created by the humans that were in attendance.

Life is precious and can be over in a whisper. I know that I have said this many times, but cherish each day with your loved ones, friends, and furbabies. I do feel drained, but it is not because of the activities with my extended family, but due to the loss of two very precious lives that came through our gates two years ago. I was their caretaker day and night, loving them as I love all the horses here, and the only thing I could do for them in the end was let them go peacefully. I felt helpless just as everyone else did, wanting to fix what was wrong, but we could not.

I am thankful to everyone that has been so supportive, to everyone that was here, you were a comfort to me and made a huge difference in the transition that transpired.

Thank you to everyone that sent emails and telephoned, it was truly a comfort for everyone here.

Stephanie

Wally

It is with a very heavy heart that I write this.

Our dear sweet Wally is gone. Candae, I am so so sorry, your sponsorship of Wally made a huge difference in his life. He was loved by many but he held a special place in your heart. Everything humanly possible was done for him. Wally was ready to be set free.

To lose both Leaguer and Wally within 48 hours of one another has taken its toll emotionally on everyone.

Both veterinarians that worked on these precious boys did an outstanding job, and they are to be commended for their kindness, compassion, and the knowledge to give the sound recommendations to end undue pain and suffering. We thank them profusely.

This was surely not how I wanted what was suppose to be a joyous weekend to be, but I believe that everything happens for a reason. I do know that a stronger bond has been developed, and they were witness to the bad and the pain that occurs at rescues. Each one was able to tell Wally goodbye, he left this earth knowing that he was loved by many, just as Leaguer was as well.

I would like to thank, Ro, LindaH, LindaS, SusanE, Sally, Kathie, Karen, Paul, Diane, Shannon, Rob, Joseph, Theresa, my parents, Frances, Rick Mier, and Rob, my strength, my rock, for being my pillar yet once again during the loss of our precious ones.

I also extend our deepest and sincerest gratitude to each of you, for your prayers and keeping us in your thought during this time. Thank you ever so so much.

Leaguer and Wally, so long my friends, we shall meet again, but until that time you will be forever in our thoughts.

Stephanie

Saturday, 6:30pm PDT

Dr. Adam Hadland will be here within an hour. He has been on emergency calls in Vegas.

Wally is not doing well. He has stopped eating, he has very little water intake. We are not giving up though. Once Adam is here we are going to see what options we have for Wally. Please, please pray for Wally.

Stephanie

Saturday, 9:42am PDT

There are no changes this morning. Wally has remained standing so this gives us some hope.

I or someone will keep you posted. Thank you ever so much for the emotional and financial support. This has been a very rough couple of days, but we will get through this all one way or the other.

Stephanie

Saturday, early am

Photo by Marilyn (mthaley001)

Wally Tamale, TB, gelding, had a colic attack on Thursday. We had the vet come and we did the usual colic treatment. Wally was better throughout the day on Friday, but on Friday night he seemed to colic again. So once again we called the vet and we now have this Wally update:

Both vets believe that Wally is considerably older than we were led to believe by his former owners. We thought he was in his early 20s, but it seems that he is at least in his late 20s or early 30s.

Colic has been ruled out. Dr. Hadland believes he is experiencing possible kidney failure, which does put a stress on the digestive system. His intestines are moving very slow.

We must feed him very small amounts every two hours. We will be going to get him the electrolytes first thing in the AM as well as Sr. Equine to entice him to eat as prescribed by Dr. Hadland. I just came in from checking on him (approx 1am) and he is still standing. He has also prescribed banamine for any discomfort. I will call Dr. Hadland in the morning and give an update to him and he will return right away if need be. However, he will be here tomorrow evening (Saturday) to check on him.

We have no further information to provide but will update when we have any news.

Stephanie

Leaguer

Photo by MaryLOhio

Good afternoon everyone,

I'm sorry to tell you that MHR lost one of its own today.

The loss of Leaguer has come as quite a shock. There were absolutely no signs whatsoever of any problems. All was well last night, and early this morning when I saw him down, I knew then we had a problem. We worked with him and worked with him, called the vet who at the time was working on yet another horse for colic. Dr. Adam gave him shots for pain and then proceeded with treatment, to no avail. Adam stated that Leaguer was not even a candidate for surgery as he stated he would more than likely not make it through.

I was with Leaguer until the end, FOB Diane was here, Big Joe (volunteer) was here and Rob was here. We did what we could for Leaguer. I spoke to him as I stroked his cheek and his soft velvety nose. He knew he was loved and he knew it was okay if he wanted to go.

Sheriff Susan, you have been a loyal supporter of CB and Leaguer and I feel your pain as I know you loved him. Thank you for being Leaguer and CB's sponsor. You were always there and always asked if there was anything special they needed. Thank you ever ever so much. Leaguer may not be with us in body any longer, but he will be forever in our hearts. His perfect diamond on his head, his talking and demanding treats, and his very favorite Watermelon Smoothies, he made the best smoothies! Again many thanks Susan, you were Leaguer's Angel on Earth.

Thank you to everyone once again

Stephanie

Wednesday afternoon

Good Afternoon All,

I hope this finds all of you well this fine day.

We are very excited by the arrival of all of our guests for our 2nd Annual Labor Day Gathering.

There will be plenty of pictures and videos taken this weekend to be posted here and on our blog. It should be a very good weekend for all!

All of the horses are doing great! Dublin aka Dumplin spent the afternoon in the football field and did quite well. He was returned to his stall for the evening and his dinner. It was a good day for him.

Well, we did have a bit of excitement here yesterday, mid-morning. As I was walking through our wash rack area, a four foot rattlesnake slithered across my path. I still get creeped out..ewwwwww. Well, needless to say no more rattlesnake. This was a serious problem for horses, dogs and humans alike.

Always something going on and never a dull moment.

Everyone have a good afternoon and evening

Stephanie

Tuesday morning

Good Day to All!

In October of 2006, MHR along with an Army of individuals saved six horses. Two of these horses were Rosie and Misty both in foal with the now known Baby B and Spirit.

One horse in particular though was "Cloud," the very first save. He was slaughter bound, but the truck was full, so he had to wait out another week for the next truck. He was listed on Craig's List, and it stated that he was going on the next truck. Well, he never made that truck because he was saved by all of you.

He was adopted in December 2006 by one of his rescuers CathyP and he has been living at MHR for almost two years. Well, now as everything else changes and we achieve our dreams, Cloud is now getting to go live with his "Forever Mom". Cloud has succeeded, he has someone to love and care for him his remaining days. Cloud will be traveling to his mom approximately the 1st week of September.

Then there is our Fred, who came to us just a little over a year ago. He was starved, lost his barn buddy due to starvation, was scared and wary of human beings. He touched the heart of Mary Elynne and she watched him over this last year flourish into the beautiful horse he is today. He reached so far into her soul that now our Fred has found his "Forever Mom." He will be traveling the middle of September.

Then, there is our special little one "Hope." Her mom Jerri was saved by FOBs and arrived in January 08 from Canada. Hope will never know the suffering and abuse that her mother and her grandmother (Nellie) endured as PMU mares. Hope is a very lucky little filly as she has found her heaven on earth with LisaL. This little girl will have everything she will ever need, but most importantly the continued love and care she so justly deserves.....as all horses do. Hope will be leaving the middle to the end of October.

I do thank these ladies for what they have stepped up and done for these majestic animals. They are giving them so much. Cloud, Fred and Hope will be sorely missed, and as they leave MHR, they will take a piece of my heart with them. In there departure they have helped to provide care to those remaining at the ranch and for this we are grateful.

It is never easy to let them go, but it is not a time of sadness it is a time of rejoicing as we at MHR have succeeded, this is our mission; to find the right "FOREVER" homes for our very special horses.

Thank you to everyone for your continued support! Look at what you have helped us do!

Stephanie

Saturday evening

Announcement

CathyP, one of MHR's early supporters, is about to realize her dream for her adopted horse, Cloud, and herself!!

Cloud will be moving to California only 20 minutes from Cathy's home. This is just grand for the both of them. How much better could it be except if they are in your own backyard.

Dr. Henesler has already been here to draw his blood work and he will be leaving in September along with Fred to their "FOREVER HOMES."

CONGRATULATIONS CLOUD AND FRED

YOU WILL BE MISSED AS YOU ARE AND ALWAYS WILL BE A PART OF OUR LIVES.

Cathy and Mary Elynne, Congratulations to you both as

"DREAMS DO COME TRUE"

Stephanie

AJ pictures, 08/23/08

Saturday morning

Wouldn't you just love to have me for your very own?? I am available for adoption but I will not be ready for at least another month or maybe 60 days. I am only two months old. I am charming, I give my feet for the Farrier and I really love to be lubbed on. I have been handled since minute one of my birth. I am going to be a VERY VERY BIG BOY, who has a lot of potential.

I am looking for my "FOREVER HOME"

Sincerely yours,

Applejack, aka AJ

More pictures, 8/22/08

Buttercup
Honey
Halfmoon

New pictures, 8/22/08

Fred

Hope
AJ

Friday morning

Good Morning!

It is a beautiful morning here in the desert of Nevada. For those that do not know this, Pahrump is located 56 miles East of Death Valley, CA. So when we complain of heat I think of those who reside in Death Valley. Several years ago, I attended festivities in Death Valley, where a large group of individuals came in on covered wagons, horse back and mules. They had spent 10 days traveling the trails our ancestors traveled. It was quite a sight to see, you could see the dust for miles swirling from the wagon wheels and riders. As they rode in, dust covered and of course exhausted, it made you stop and think how many people attempted to cross this vast land before them and those that did not survive the elements but who had a hand in the history of the country.

But, there is one thing in common we had with our ancestors and that was our Equine Friends, who helped shape our country. I watched the riders, and the wagon masters care for their horses and mules long before they cared for themselves. The veterinarian was there checking each beautiful animal ensuring that it was well. These people made me so proud to stand in their presence as they truly cared for these beautiful creatures.

It saddens me to see what some of our society has come to when it comes to our Equine Friends. Seeing them being abused, neglected and then discarded like an old shoe after giving their all..and destine to die a horrific death.

There are so many individuals working so hard to change things for our equine friends. There are those working diligently to stop slaughter , making the calls and faxing daily to get the Anti-Slaughter bills passed. THANK YOU!!!!

There are the many rescues, saving horses from auctions/feed lots, taking in unwanted, starved horses working diligently with their volunteers to rehabilitate these special equines in hopes to find "FOREVER HOMES". The hard work, the love and the heartbreak endured when you did your best and you lose one of your precious ones, but you continue on because so many more need you. THANK YOU!!!!!

Then there are the Special People like you, that help in anyway they can, whether it be through donations, or through cheer leading. Your assistance in every aspect is truly truly appreciated. It is your kindness, compassion and generosity that enables the rescues out there to continue their work for the horses. I, APPLAUD YOU AND I THANK YOU FOR CARING SO MUCH, YOU HAVE NO IDEA JUST WHAT AN IMPACT YOU MAKE DAILY ON THE LIVES OF HORSES. THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART!

Have a wonderful day and weekend everyone!! Be safe!

Stephanie

Thursday morning

Good Morning,

Well, when most were snuggled in their beds last night, we were having to take AJ out for a long walk. He had a stomach ache and we caught it in the early stages. It truly pays to know your horse(s), their activities and personalities. He is doing fine this morning but will continue to monitor him throughout the day. The only horse that was upset that he was out on a walk about was Baby B, his own mother could have cared less. We walked him all over the place, up by the football team, which by the way got so excited when they saw him came a running to the fence vying for the little or shall I say not so little guys attention. We walked and continued to walk. AJ walked into the wash rack, backed out and walked in again. He stepped across a piece of plywood that is a bit warped and wobbles ( we use it as a training aid for exposure) this did not even phase him. We continued to walk and then we got what we were waiting for...poo. Since he was out and being so cooperative and his mom did not care, we played for a bit longer with him. We put a towel over his head and we walked around, watching the towel twitch as his ears moved back and forth. This did not phase him at all. AJ is very, very laid back and accepts everything that he is exposed to whether it be day or night, in a pen or out. He was a real champ through it all. Seems the only creatures upset over this change were Baby B and the chickens. We will be keeping a watch on him.

Otherwise, everything this morning is normal around here. I would like to see an uneventful day, but around here something is always going on.

Everyone have a wonderful Thursday.

Stephanie

Wednesday morning

Good Day All!!

Well, we were out bright and early this morning doing all the water barrels, ensuring that everyone had cool clean water to start their day. I can assure you that the water is cold at 5:30am. AJ being himself this AM decided that grabbing and waving the flowing hose around was just a kick in the jeans. Dogs and I were both scrambling for cover as he became a wild man waving the hose everywhere. After much dodging and wrestling with him I managed to get it from him. All the while Hope was watching and I know her little mind was just a whirling with ideas. All the other horses down the lane were whinnying and watching, sure do not like them to get ideas. I think I heard some giggling.

If you are visiting our blog you will notice that we have added a "Chip In" widget. With the rising feed prices, we are attempting other avenues to generate additional income for the horses. After what so many of our horses have endured prior to their coming to us they do deserve the best.

We have various fund raisers being conducted, from Ice Cream Cone shaped cookies, to beautiful artwork, we hope that you will consider participating in our fund raisers. Additionally, if you feel more comfortable with making your donation directly to our feed store, by all means please do. You can call in your donation to Ron and Patti Cross, owners of Shadow Mountain Feed 775-727-5527. They will apply it to our account and then provide MHR with name and address (you must provide) in order to receive your Tax Deductible Receipt.

At this time I would like to thank our volunteers for all their hard work behind the scenes for the horses.

I would also like to thank everyone, and I do mean everyone, for participating in our fund raisers and for your donations. You have no idea how much you have provided for the horses daily care. If we were able to give out a Gold Medal for valiant efforts you would each receive one.

Well, the day must continue but I will share more later.

Stephanie

Tuesday morning

Hello to All!!!!

It has been a hectic few days around here, but we have managed to stay on top of everything.

Well, we have found that the Barley Bags had a problem in aiding to keep the water tanks clean and cutting down the amount of times they had to be scrubbed per week, and we attribute it to our extreme heat. It started out well; however a black fungus began growing and we immediately removed the bags. We did not want to risk any health issues for the horses due to this fungus. We would like to extend our gratitude to the "Barley Bag Gang." We were so hoping it would work.

We have been working on making the feeding a bit easier, especially for our guests (FOBs) arriving at the ranch over Labor Day weekend. We have buckets hooked over the feed trailer (Hay Cubes) that are pre-filled. This way it is just grab a bucket and go down the line, and make for happy horses. They can be an impatient lot you know. Just ask Apple. It seems to be working real well, and everyone gets their required amount.

I have a little story to share with all of you. For those who have been here and know JD and Glory (Glory is still seeking her forever home) they are both characters, almost as entertaining as the babies. Anyway, I was looking at one of our little hens and thinking to myself that she sure is scroungy looking compared to the others and thought maybe she is ill. Well, I now know what the problem is and it isn't because she is sick. I witnessed her roosting on JD and Glory's stall and the two of them have been taking turns plucking her tail feathers and the little bird brain allows it. I tried shooing her away but she goes back for more, and the two clowns race over to see who gets the first pluck.

Rio, the Corgi we rescued after the loss of our Ceasar, is doing great. He has fit in so well with rest of the gang and has even lost a bit of weight. He does still have his "Badonka Donk." Rio is a real talker and when we have to leave the property and return he lets everyone know we are home and runs around barking. He is a very happy fella.

Apple's eye is doing great. It has been a challenge to keep her fly mask on, her son AJ is the culprit for removing it, despite all of our efforts to weave it in and out and thinking we have it securely fastened. Ha! That does not work either. Yesterday he and Hope were killing the fly mask, they did not tear it up but they were sure letting it know it did not stand a chance against them. I do hope more of you will watch these precious ones on our Justin.tv cam. We do have a chat and would love to talk with you. There have been some recent issues that Justin TV is trying to resolve and as I write to you they are working on.

Jerri is doing better, but the way we look at it, she is a work in progress. She knows that she will not be hurt, but yet there is still that fear factor of humans. I wish she could tell her story, but I am sure it would just break our hearts. It has been five months since we lost her mother Nellie, but it still feels like yesterday. The PMU industry is cruel and inhumane and the end result for the majority of these mares is horrific, as if their lives were not bad enough. Please keep Nellie and Lil Angel in your hearts and thoughts when you speak to others of this industry, WE TOGETHER can make a difference and speak for these beautiful horses.

All the other horses on the ranch are doing great, despite the disabilities that some have. The cooler mornings bring out the clowns in them and they are a joy to watch. We do not have many horses that you can adopt and train for riding, however we have some wonderful companion horses that maybe someone might consider sponsoring or even adopting as a pet. They love to be loved as well. I know that with the rising costs of feed and everything else going up as well has left a crimp in the pocket book for most of us, however, I do hope that you will consider adopting or even sponsoring a horse.

Our day has already started, but the big chores must get done. Everyone have a wonderful day!!!

Stephanie

Thursday evening

Good evening everyone,

When I spoke with Dr. Henesler this morning it was a matter of being encouraged and discouraged all in one. Though our sweet AJ is eating a regular diet, he is also draining Apple. Dr. Henesler said that physically AJ could be pulled from Apple, but mentally it would be devastating for him. He needs his mama for at least the next 30 days to develop into a healthy colt.

Dr. Henesler recommended supplementing Apple's regular feed with Purina Animax, a rather expensive food. When we posted this information to the ABR JAN thread and the justin.tv chat, our supporters quickly assisted us and very quickly donated enough money to supply Apple with a month's supply.

On behalf of Apple and MHR we would like to thank each of you ever so much for your kindness and generosity. Tomorrow, when I have our regular hay delivery I will have them bring over Apple's supplements.

We have done everything we can for Apple and continue to do so, but the increase of feed prices and then the news of our hay cubes going up $10.00 per 1200 lb bag is really a set back. We go through 3 bags per week and that is just the hay cubes. For the Football Field we average 20 bales of Hay every eight days. Hay Cubes are now going to be $155.00 per bag. Hay is 16.00 (+/-) for one bale, and Shadow Mtn sells it at 16 bales per ton.

Apple's eye is doing really well and looks better today. We are going to keep Hope with Jerri until she departs UNLESS we see Jerri being drawn down. But it appears Jerri is starting to do her own weaning.

If all of you remember, Spirit also brought Misty down as well and he was just a few days short of three months old when he was weaned. He survived the transition and is turning into a beautiful horse.

We hope that there is a special "FOREVER" home out there for AJ as well. Hope has found hers now AJ needs his.

THANK YOU ALL ONCE AGAIN FOR EVERYTHING YOU ARE A WONDERFUL CARING GROUP OF INDIVIDUALS

Stephanie

Wednesday, late afternoon

Thank you all so very much.

My parents babysat the horses while we went to get Utah. She is home, she was happy to see us. Her little face is still swollen but we were told she is going to be just fine. We have to call in the morning to give the vet an update. Thanks everyone for your thoughts, they worked.

Hope everyone is having a great day!

Stephanie

Wednesday, Noon

Good Afternoon All,

The last couple of days we have been very busy, and we had to attend to personal business yesterday. It is not fun when we have to deal with everyday personal/family matters. I would much rather be with the horses, but the reality of it all is we do have a family and things do come up that we do not expect and we have to do our part as well. I do apologize for not having posted sooner, but some things cannot be helped.

We keep Jerri and Apple separated when we have no one in attendance on the property. It would be very irresponsible of us to place the two of them, or shall I say the four of them, in a position that a fight could erupt and there would not be anyone here to break it up. Jerri has proven to be very unpredictable with her moods and Apple. So in order to prevent potential veterinarian costs or worse, we keep them separated during feeding as well as when we are unavailable.

Apple has a slight eye infection which is being treated with medication prescribed by the vet. We have to keep her fly mask on which is not a problem, but AJ obviously has an aversion to this particular contraption on his mother's head, or for that matter on anyone's head. Apple's eye infection will clear up. Untreated, of course, it could get worse; however, we are right on it. A little tidbit: AJ has actually tried to pull Fred's mask off as well. He is always messing with someone.

Hope will be getting her blood work done the middle of September, however she will be getting her traveling shots next week. This was scheduled yesterday with Dr. H.

Thank you to everyone who has participated in the August Fund raisers, your participation is appreciated.

Sidenote: We had to rush Utah to the vet as it seems she may have been bitten by a snake of some sort. Her head began to swell rapidly. She is at the vet's right now as they rushed her back to give her injections and she will be monitored for a few hours. She became more distressed when I had to leave her, but their tech is good and was very comforting for her. I asked to stay but they said it would be better if I did not at this point. They will let me know what is going on and when I can COME AND GET HER!!

We were also informed that yet another small dog at the beginning of the week had been bitten by a snake and was doing fine.

Anyway, everyone have a wonderful rest of the day!!!

Stephanie

Saturday morning

Good Morning Everyone,

I wanted to wish everyone a wonderful weekend!!

Yesterday was pretty uneventful, but the regular chores were completed. Uneventful is a good thing though, so I will not complain. The weather right now sunny and getting warmer. We would welcome some rain, but it seems the rest of country is getting it.

Well, I will be back later this evening with the days events, have to get everyone fed.

Have a wonderful day each of you!!!

Stephanie

Thursday afternoon

Good Afternoon Everyone,

It has been a busy couple of days.

Yesterday, Hope and AJ both had their feet done, trimmed. They did very very well. It is always a challenge with the youngsters, but since their feet have been handled from the day they were born, it made things so much easier to utilize the tools.

Today, Fred had his physical and blood drawn for his new journey in his life to his new mom. Dr. Henesler is quite pleased with Fred's condition especially when he was informed of his condition of a year ago. It was Dr. Hadland who cared for Fred a year ago and when Dr. Hadland was here a few weeks ago and saw Fred he too was pleased. (He was not here to see Fred.) So Fred is ready for his trip. He will meet his new Mom come Labor Day for the first time, but she has followed his MHR journey for the last year.

Despite efforts of keeping AJ amused with balls and such, he managed to rip Hope's fly mask off, toss it around for awhile and then give her the same opportunity. These youngsters are a riot and will keep you smiling and laughing. I am truly cherishing the moments I have with them as before too long they too will be going to their "FOREVER" homes. Hope is going to hers, and we know that there is truly going to be a special home for our AJ as well. Every horse deserves a forever home, I do hope that others will consider a rescued horse. If you are not into riding and wanting a companion and a friend, then if you can please visit a rescue near you or not so near you and make a difference in a special horses life.

Stephanie

Wednesday morning

Good Morning Everyone,

Well our granddaughter is settled back in Texas..sigh She was a joy to have with us, but I can assure you she ran us ragged. We really began to think our names were Hey Grandpa, Hey Grandma. I would hear it in my sleep, but I do miss her idle chatter and the way her face would light up around the horses.

While in Texas, I had the opportunity to meet with FOB, Brenda. What a wonderful woman. We enjoyed a nice dinner together. Many of you know that I sell Mary Kay, so when my daughter made the arrangements for me to bring Mina home to her, she also arranged for us to attend the Mary Kay Seminar. Wow, that was quite a treat, I learned so much and it was not just about the product, but about myself and others. I truly like Mary Kay's philosophy that she began and continues to this day, " GOD, FAMILY and CAREER." All three of these are so important in our lives. I decided in May of 2008 to begin selling Mary Kay to help subsidize income to purchase Hay for the horses. I was not sure if it would work, but I had to try and I had to believe and I do believe. I would like to make an offer..if you purchase an item from my Mary Kay website, and then you refer a friend and they make a purchase between August 6th and September 6th 2008, you will receive $10.00 off your next purchase. Also if you know someone who may be interested in being all they can be, and you feel they would be a wonderful representative for the Mary Kay company please have them contact me.

My Dream Team here at home did a wonderful job at caring for all the horses. I must extend my deepest gratitude to my Husband, Rob, my step-son Austin, Big Joe our volunteer, to our very own Diane and Shannon. To my parents for ensuring that my men did not go hungry or destroy the kitchen. To those behind the scenes, Lucy, Bev, Sheriff Susan, Ro, Mary L and Sheila for taking care of everything that you do. Thanks for the phone calls to Diane and Shannon when the cam went down and walking them through. Each and everyone of you did a GREAT JOB...THANK YOU!

To everyone that has been participating in the Ice Cream Parlor Fundraiser THANK YOU. I am still trying to catch up on emails but I will be getting that done, and you will be hearing from me...this will teach me to go away...LOL I did not have access to internet as I thought I would, so now it is catch up time.

The horses are doing great!!! We are now preparing for our annual Labor Day weekend gathering and I am excited about seeing old friends and meeting new friends. I am so happy that most of you will be able to meet our little HOPE who at this time is scheduled to depart MHR mid to late October with her soon to be new mom Lisa Leach. Also, sweet sweet Fred will be leaving MHR mid September to be with his new mom Mary Elynne Tappero. I have seen where Fred will be going to live and I want to go...LOL..it is incredible, heaven on earth. The FOBs joining us during Labor Day will have the opportunity to meet Mary Elynne as she will be joining us.

AJ was obviously happy to see me, as I stepped in the round pen he came running up to me full bore as if to say GRAMMIE!!! Such a big boy, and sweet.

Again, MANY MANY thanks to everyone for everything, because we could not do what we do for the horses without YOU!!!!!!

Stephanie

Dynamic and Dazzling

Thanks to you, I will be receiving the Dynamic and Dazzling Award from Mary Kay. This is awarded to top new producers. Thank you all for making this possible, and please remember that money earned from these sales goes directly to supporting the horses at MHR!

www.MaryKay.com/spierce1143


Stephanie

Apple!

(Photo by LindaNV)

It's all in the noses

The babies loved to be tickled on their noses....


(Photos by LindaNV)

On carrot patrol

(Photos by LindaNV)

Jonah

(Photo by LindaNV)

Baby B

Baby B, Grammie and the bareback pad.




(Photos by LindaNV)

Apple and AJ

What do you think of my boy??

(photos by LindaNV)

Da Boy

More from LindaNV...

Thank you for my new ball Mommy LindaS !!

A very special moment!

A very special moment captured by one of our very special friends. Thank you, LindaNV!

Hello, my name is Hope. What's yours?

(Hope meets Baby B)

Announcement

Announcement

Our sweet Fred who came to us a year ago has been blessed with getting his very own person who is committed to loving and caring for him the remainder of his days.

Please help MHR in Congratulating

Mary Elynne Tappero

on her new life companion!!

Monday morning

Good Morning To All,

I hope that all of you have a wonderful week. I am having to take my granddaughter back home, but the ranch is cared for by hubby, family and friends. I will be checking in as often as I can.

Big weekend for Baby B and Spirit, they were both introduced to the bareback pad and did not mind it at all. Progress.

Hope is being adopted by Lisa L. Hope is going to have a wonderful wonderful life. Thank you Lisa. We brought their moms to safety to foal, and we awaited the births of these precious little ones. Their first part of their journey of life has been safe, and they had the commitment of our love and care. You are taking our Hope to the next level of her journey, still to receive the love and commitment these majestic creatures so justly deserve...Thank You

Everyone, is happy this morning as they were fed verrryyyy early. So food motivated they are.

Diane my friend, my thoughts are with you. You will pass the BAR exam with flying colors I know you will. I know you did for CA you can do it for NV.

Everyone have a great week, one month from today I will be seeing most of you..whoohoo!


Stephanie

Announcement

ANNOUNCEMENT

Miracle Horse Rescue is happy and proud to announce the adoption of our

Nellie's Hope

We are very pleased as Hope will never want for anything and is going to an OUTSTANDING HOME

Please help me congratulate her new mom

Lisa Leach

Saturday morning

Good Morning to Everyone from MHR,

We are all doing well. I hope this finds everyone doing good. Sorry for not being on as of late.

Our granddaughter has kept us hopping. If we had a quarter of her energy imagine what we could accomplish. All of the horses are doing well. We are treating General (21 y/o TB) for a summer sore, that he seems to get every year. But Dr. Henesler had us prepared with the medication, it just seems so long to heal. He is doing fine though with his treatment and he has a great appetite as well. He knows when it is time for his treatment and when he hears us coming walks away. Being s that he is blind his senses are so heightened, he hears the jar opening and it's like "No Way".

We have three of our horses pending adoptions, which is a good thing for the horses. Though it is emotional when the transaction is complete, this is the overall goal to find them the perfect home.

It appears it will be a beautiful day in the desert so we hope to get a lot done today. I hope that everyone has a great weekend.

THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION IN OUR FUNDRAISERS, IT IS TRULY APPRECIATED.

* A special thank you goes to our fundraising committee and cheerleaders, so much is accomplished for the horses because of you!!! THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!

Stephanie

A boy and his toys

Wednesday morning

Good Morning Everyone,

All is peaceful and quiet this morning here at the ranch. The sun is shining, horses are happy and healthy, what more could we ask for.

I want to apologize for not being on the last few days. Unfortunately we all think we can tackle just about everything, but a dumb old sinus infection got the best of me and I had to break down and make a visit to the good old people doctor. This is just a tail end residual of the bronchitis I suffered a month ago, but am on the mend.

We had to pick up our five year old Granddaughter at the airport yesterday, and goodness I have forgotten the energy a youngster can have, especially when one loves horses as she does. We must have visited the horses half a dozen times, and of course there was her excitement of seeing Apple and Aj, Jerri and Hope. Funny thing as she was petting Hope, she told her Grandpa that she wanted to pet Jerri. He told her that she really did not like being petted, but determined she stuck that small hand into the pen, and Jerri walked up and allowed her to stroke her nose. She turned and looked up at grandpa and said "See grandpa she let me cause she knows I lub her". The innocence of a child.

She also asked where Ceaser was and we told her that he had passed away and now he was an angel. She then said, he's okay I promise you, but I will miss him. She is something else.

The house is full of joy right now and the ranch will be filled with a million questions, but it is all wonderful. If each of us can touch the lives of a child and share with them our love of animals..then maybe just maybe abuse of humans and our furbabies will stop in these little ones lifetime.

I hope that all of you have a wonderful day!

Stephanie

Special message from Mina

Mina arrives!

This is my granddaughter, Belmina. She arrived this afternoon and renewed her acquaintance with all the horses. She met the BBGs and the BBBs for the first time. Thanks to Mina, Apple (and AJ) is here with us. She loves Apple and says that she is the most beautiful horse of them all!

The top photo is Mina and Ginger, and the second is Mina with Rio.



More later...

Stephanie

Sunday morning

Good Morning Everyone,

All is well at the ranch this Sunday A.M. Very overcast here, not sure what the weather will hold for us today.

All the horses are doing well, babies enjoyed time together playing with their new big yellow ball. They are growing in leaps and bounds, they do not stay little for long. AJ is doing so much better with his leading does not get quite as excited any longer.

Rio is doing great, he is quite vocal and very loving. He has been welcomed by our other dogs and most of all he is a joy to all of us humans. His being six years old did not phase us in the least bit. If you can please visit your local shelter and if you can provide a home for an older dog, please consider it.

Everyone have a wonderful day!!!

Stephanie

A door closes, and another opens...

This is Rio, 6 year old Cardigan Corgi. My son Joe and his wife Theresa spotted Rio at the ASPCA. One look was all it took to tell us that he belonged at MHR. He arrived yesterday afternoon and felt right at home immediately. The other dogs have accepted him as though he's always been here. He's a little bit 'chunky' but we hope to change that.






Rio can never replace Ceaser, but we're very happy to have him here as part of our family. Older dogs usually have problems finding new homes, but not Rio!

Stephanie

All Hail Ceaser

Yesterday, Tuesday, July 15, our dear bulldog Ceaser was hit by a car and killed on the ranch. I am writing this to each and everyone of you. Thank you ever so much to those who already knew for your kind words, prayers and thoughts, and most of all Thank You for lighting the way for Ceaser across the Rainbow Bridge to Heaven.

This was a horrific accident that has affected each one of our family members. Though we love all of our fur babies, Ceaser holds and always will a special place in our hearts.

You see, Ceaser was a rescue. Six years ago I received a call that told me he was going to be taken to the pound because he was no longer cute and he had no manners. He was tied up outdoors with no food or water in the middle of summer. The former owners were right that he had no manners (but they did not teach him) but he was cute. So we took on this obnoxious 2 yr old and for the first week he raised cain with everyone else, but once he was neutered and figured the lay of the land so to speak, all was well. It truly puzzles me to this day why people take on fur babies and then cast them aside. Is it an instant gratification or their own egos? I just do not know.

For six years Ceaser has been a joy in our lives, he touched the hearts of many people who visited the ranch. He was truly the King of his domain. As he had aged he was slowing down, and would bark for no apparent reason but we accepted his quirks and loved him all the same. Writing this is very hard for me to do, as I am overwhelmed with hurt.

My main purpose of writing to all of you is to just say Thank you for being here and understanding.

Stephanie and Rob

Monday morning

Good Morning Everyone,

It was a busy weekend around the ranch, but then it always is. Of course we did the typical daily chores but there was some fun time playing with all the youngsters.

Baby B and Spirit had their feet done, and I gave them each a good grooming. Baby B was really enjoying her grooming and she would like to recommend Satin hands and Satin Feet by Mary Kay. It is a wonderful product as she and grammy work their hands and feet so much, that it truly soothes and softens. It makes a huge difference not only for you, but what Grammie sells she is giving back to all of the horses at MHR. Baby B does love to be groomed, she will nuzzle you every chance she gets. One of her fav things to do is take that soft velvety nose and rub it against your cheek as if to say thank you.

Spirit, oh what a little man he is, he loves to be groomed, but what is funny is Spirit is ticklish. As you stroke him with the curry comb and brush his whole body quivers and he just gets so excited. You can see the expression in his eyes of no, no, to the right no to the left, it is so funny. He does not mind anything though, he is always so calm. Always a gentleman under halter and lead, but turn him loose and he becomes a little boy, all rough and tumbly. He loves to play with the balls in the roundpen, he loves the ball with handle as he likes to swing it around and occasionally beat himself in the chest with it. It is funny to see.

We changed out the camera that is looking into the roundpen to give a better angle and hopefully a better view of the horses that are there. We have been putting out different horses into the roundpen that are able to go throughout the weekend.

The littlest ones or should I say the biggest babies were out together yesterday. Hope loves people and is in your hip pocket. She is just the sweetest biggest thang, and she thinks she is Ms. Thang, another Diva in the making. Then there is AJ, oh my is that boy strong. It's taking him a bit longer in learning to lead, you will be walking along and all is well, and just when you think you can relax a bit he decides nope time to run, so you then do a short burst of "Dirt Surfing", then once you have him back under control he looks at you like "WHAT??" He is doing exceptionally well. We can pick up and cradle both his and Hope's feet, in fact they will have their feet done for the first time over the next couple of days. I am hoping to have Theresa over when this transpires as I would like to have it videoed. We will see.

Otherwise that is it for now. I am happy that everyone that attended the Barbaro celebration had a good time. Maybe the next one, more of us can attend including myself. It has been years since I have been back east. Just have to wait and see, cause as we all know everything is subject to change.

Everyone have a wonderful day and week, I know that I am going to try as well. Let us pray that all the horses stay happy and healthy for another week. THANK YOU AGAIN TO EVERYONE THAT ARE HELPING WITH OUR HAY DRIVES AND TO EVERYONE PARTICIPATING IN THEM, YOU DO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF THE HORSES HERE AT MHR, AND TO EVERYONE HELPING OTHER RESCUES, YOU ARE MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THESE BEAUTIFUL ANIMALS LIVES.

Stephanie

Friday evening, after feeding

Part II

T shirt winner!

ANNOUNCEMENT

The winner of the photo caption for AJ is

Deborah G. with

MHR PRETZELS- BAKED 11 MONTHS

Congratulations Deborah!!

Spirit, worshipping the sun god

Here is a picture I just took of Spirit moments ago. It is hot hot hot outside and here he is laying in the sun tanning. I took this pic standing on my patio as not to disturb his slumber. 7/10/08. He can go in and out of his stall at anytime but no he would rather hang out in the heat.

Thursday midday

Hello to Everyone,

The horses were all cared for this morning bright and early. It is very hot here, and we have a 20-40% chance of T-Showers. Please pray for rain in the Pahrump desert. The ground will suck this water up rapidly and it will cool down everything.

We are finding that the heat is really effecting the dogs as well this year. We are keeping them in as much as we can but they have access in and out of the doggie door in our room and then out through their kennel to the rest of property. For the most part though they have only been going out early mornings and then they head outside at night. Our nights are beautiful, sometimes a slight breeze but beautiful all the same. You can stand outside at night and look into the sky and view stars everywhere. A wonderful sight to behold.

Baby B has the night shift, she is let out from 8pm until 7:30-8am in the play area then we make the switch in the morning for Spirit. They have access to their stalls at anytime when they are out. We have extended their area and it is a very nice large area for them.

Hope aka "Le Petite Stinkbug" is just such a sweetie and is growing in leaps and bounds and literally eating like a horse...lol. Then there is our sweet AJ aka "Forest." For the most part he moves at a snail's pace, but when he decides to put it into overdrive he does move but has a tendency to trip over his own feet. He is a sweet little man, but he is also a bit pushy. Diane and I were sitting on the porch on Monday night watching him in the roundpen, both said at almost the same time "Run Forest Run"..he surely will bring a smile to your face. He will push his mama's head out of the feed barrel as he wants it all for himself...does he remind you all of someone??

Honey is progressing quite nicely, she still has a long way to go, but by Labor Day she should be at optimum weight again.

Acey is finally starting to settle back in again since the 4th and 5th of July. However, if there is a loud bang from anywhere in or area she will spook and quiver. I have been giving her a bit of Quietex (all natural tranq) to take the edge off. Seems to be working, but at her age and being blind it does make it more stressful for her. We have just been keeping a close watch on her.

Rob and Austin (my step-son) are out re-doing all the water faucets, and raising them higher so there will not be alot of bending any longer. I got a reprieve, I suppose, cause I have laundry going....LOL

Anyway, all is well here today. I do hope that everyone is having a wonderful day and THANK YOU EVER SO MUCH FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF THE HORSES.

Stephanie

Wednesday evening

Evening All

All is well here at the ranch. It has been very hot the last couple of days and it seems we may have a reprieve over the weekend but we shall see.

Our visit with Shannon, Diane and Mama Yvonne was wonderful. We kept busy with little things but for the most part had to do everything early morning and late evening. But the primary thing was the horses needs were cared for throughout the day.

Baby B recognized Diane and she came trotting out of her stall towards Diane, and she did not even have a treat. Diane and I walked around at night, talking and petting horses and looking at the stars. As I said a wonderful wonderful visit. They are safely home now, as I received a call from her at 6:50pm PDT.

Everyone has been fed this evening and they all received carrots. Our Carrot Lady came by today so it was a special dinner for them tonight.

THANK YOU TO ALL FOR PARTICIPATING IN THE MHR CUISINE FUNDRAISER. IT IS APPRECIATED BY THE HORSES AND MYSELF AS WELL!!!!!

Stephanie

Tuesday afternoon

Afternoon All,

Everything is well here. Typical day at the ranch.

Big blue ball was destroyed a month ago by JD and Glory, so no big blue ball. Very warm here today. Diane and I along with Mama Yvonne have been puttering around with little chores here and there.

Not much to report, horses are juct kickin' it this afternoon.

THANK YOU TO EVERYONE FOR PARTICIPATING IN THE MHR CUISINE FUNDRAISER!!!

Stephanie

Monday afternoon

Afternoon,

Everyone is in the round pen and it's going quite well. JThe only sign of aggression displayed so far was when AJ tried to nurse off of Jerri and she raised her hind leg to let him know that this was not his milk bar. It is going quite well at this point, but when it comes to horses everything is subject to change from moment to moment.

We had to break down the corral panels in between stalls and push them over. Jerri does not lead well at all. They do not have access to entire corral due to the fact that there will be food aggression so they will be separated at feeding time.

Stephanie

Sunday morning

Good Morning Everybody,

Fireworks are finally done..the only horse that needed the most comforting was Acey. Poor blind girl and 40 yrs old. She was quivering from the explosions, but we were able to keep her fairly quiet. For the most part they all ignore the noise but a couple of times it really bothered them.
The babies were not phased by it at all. Talk to ya'll a bit later.

Stephanie

Saturday afternoon

Good Afternoon Everyone,

All is well this Saturday July the 5th. All the horses are doing very well. They have been fed, have fresh water and are doing what they do best..lounging. All four of the MHR babies are doing very very well. They are growing and are quite intelligent, I may be a bit prejudiced but I think they are just the smartest little ones around.

It is quite warm here today, but then again it is the desert. We have a breeze but it is a hot one. Rob and I have been doing things around the property in preparation of the Labor Day Gathering.

FYI, there are still three rooms available at the Pahrump Nugget. If you are interested in attending, please contact Ro & Brady for the details of said rooms. Ro and Brady are keeping a spreadsheet of everyone attending which includes arrival and departure times.

It is very quiet today, no sounds of firecrackers or anything; however, I am sure that tonight we will be encountering all of this, due to the fact that our town is conducting its firework display tonight. Should be interesting. I do hope that people really take a look around them and see the dry brush and reconsider setting off any of their own fireworks.

Well, I have a few things left to accomplish so I will talk to everyone a bit later.

Stephanie

Fourth of July evening

Good Evening All,

Final tuck in for the night has been done. All the horses are well tonight, fireworks in the area have been kept to a minimum, BUT our town is not conducting their firework display until the night of the 5th. They have vendors and all at the park, so I think tomorrow night will be much more activity, so the 4th of July weekend will not be over until Monday. Everyone is safe and are quiet

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Labor Day Weekend

There are still three rooms left at the Pahrump Nugget. If you are interested in attending and want information regarding the rooms, please contact Ro and Brady as they are maintaining a spreadsheet of everyone attending, along with arrival and departure times.

For those who are already confirmed attendees, I am preparing an email and will be sending this out no later than Sunday morning the 6th of July.

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I hope that everyone is enjoying their weekend and celebration. The horses are thrilled that Cafe MHR is open for the season, thank you to everyone that has placed their orders thus far.

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Time to hit the hay, sweet dreams to everyone.

Stephanie

Honey

We can't do anything about gas prices but we can change the lives of horses in need.

Here is Honey aka Dancing Susie, 28 yr old OTTB

Tuesday pictures

Here is "little" Hope, one month a two days old

There's always new life on the ranch!!! Little Peeps!!

June winners

We have a winner for the Jerri/Hope picture frame and photo: Anita F from the State of Washington. Ticket #355

We have a winner for Apple's Teddy Bear: Jeri O'Hay from the O'Hay Clan. Ticket #415.

Thanks to everyone who purchased tickets, all proceeds for the moms and foals.

AJ T-shirt

Reminder
Just one more day to submit your saying for this photo. The advisory board will assist MHR in selecting the saying and the winning saying will receive a free t-shirt, and the shirt will then go up for sale on Cafe Press to help support the horses. Please submit your saying directly to miraclehorserescue01@gmail.com

Stephanie

Tuesday morning

Good Morning to Everyone!

I know that I have not been posting much over the last week, some of it has been attributed to my father having been ill, but I had been ill as well. Today is the first day that I have been able to sit and concentrate at the computer, without becoming exhausted.

Thank you to everyone who has participated in our fundraisers to continue to purchase feed for the horses. As we all have in our personal lives we are feeling the pinch of the economy, and in the lives of the horses we are feeling the pinch as well. Hay in our area is very very high, and I have dreams someday of seeing MHR in an area of green pastures, however that is not anytime soon and is only a dream at this point. In the meantime we must continue to do our best for the horses on how it is.

I am hoping that that more individuals will consider becoming a "Miracle Superstar" and sponsor one or more the horses at MHR. It does not make a difference how much a sponsorship is because EVERY bit helps. Multiple sponsors on a particular horse is okay, they are not limited to only one "Miracle Superstar". Please consider a sponsorship you will make a difference in the horses lives. In our current situation we cannot take any more horses in until some are adopted, and with the stress of the economy and the fact that many of our horses are disabled we do not foresee being able to bring in anymore at this time. However, we are not sitting idly by, with calls we are receiving from individuals wanting to place their horses with us, we are networking outside the ranch and have found placement for horses that need homes. This has been successful thus far.

I wanted to remind everyone that is coming for Labor Day weekend to keep in contact with Ro and keep her apprised of your travel arrangements in the event you have had changes. We are also seeking suggestions for our Saturday night, we want to do a theme for that particular night, ideas please let us know. This is a weekend that will include hard work and fun, bring your work clothes and your smile as the horses will love it.

I will get more pictures over the next few days, especially of our Honey who is slowly returning and I emphasize slowly returning to her former self. She has been checked out, and is on a good diet. I am finally seeing new growth of healthy hair coming in. When I saw Honey four months ago, she looked very good and there was no indication of any problems or problems coming. However, here we are and here she is with us once again. I do feel guilty that I did not see any indications whatsoever of forthcoming problems in her families lives. The loss of a job has brought Honey back to us, I only wish that she had come to us sooner. Honey is on the way to recovery.

I hope that everyone has a wonderful day and I will work at getting back on track now that I am on the way to recovery as well.

Stephanie