Flying Filly - Equine and Thoroughbred Horse Racing Art, Information, and Memorabilia

I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived. I did not wish to live what was not life, living is so dear; nor did I wish to practise resignation, unless it was quite necessary. I wanted to live deep and suck out all the marrow of life, to live so sturdily and Spartan- like as to put to rout all that was not life, to cut a broad swath and shave close, to drive life into a corner, and reduce it to its lowest terms, and, if it proved to be mean, why then to get the whole and genuine meanness of it, and publish its meanness to the world; or if it were sublime, to know it by experience, and be able to give a true account of it in my next excursion. For most men, it appears to me, are in a strange uncertainty about it, whether it is of the devil or of God, and have somewhat hastily concluded that it is the chief end of man here to "glorify God and enjoy him forever."

~ Henry David Thoreau, Walden

It is in the spirit of beauty, truth, and knowledge that FlyingFilly presents this site.

Accept differences

Be kind

Count your blessings

Dream

Express thanks

Forgive

Give freely

Harm no one

Imagine more

Jettison anger

Keep confidences

Love truly

Master something

Nurture hope

Open your mind

Pack lightly

Quell rumors

Reciprocate

Seek wisdom

Touch hearts

Understand

Value truth

Win graciously

Xeriscape

Yearn for peace

Zealously support a worthy cause

An Attorney's easy to understand

guide to copyright law.

~ Announcements ~

Congratulations to Zenyatta and connections on win #18 in the Clement Hirsch. We are privileged to watch history in the making.

Yeahs and Neighs are gone, but a well deserved Yeah for WinStar Farm and the retirement of 7 year old gelding Hedge Fund as a permanent resident of the farm. This generous and responsible act sets the mark for other breeders and owners. YouTube video of his arrival at WinStar.
FlyingFilly's Bookshelf feature is Horsepower: A Memoir, by Annette Israel. Be sure to add this book to your equine library!
Rescued Racehorse: The Biggest Winner, by Stephanie Diaz for The Pilot (happy ending for Truth of It all, 1993 Derby contender)

Click the talking horse at right for Quick Guide to web site. The Site Map will open in a new window.

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~ Television ~

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ESPN, NTRA, and the Breeders' Cup have made substantial reductions in the network broadcast of horse races. With the hand wringing that continues about how to generate interest and save the sport, this move seems somewhat contrary to the stated purpose. Watch both HRTV and TVG by subscribing to Dish Network.

Luck, the new horse racing based HBO series by David Milch (Hill Street Blues, NYPD Blue, Deadwood, John in Cincinnati, ) is expected to debut in 2011.

Are you considering becoming involved in a racing partnership?

TOBA (Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association) has information. Before putting your money down, check the terms and financials. If your partnership evades disclosure of financials, does not respond to legitimate questions or keep you informed, and the buck stops at the top, look elsewhere.

North American Racing Partnerships offers a regional list of opportunities.

URGENT ACTION REQUESTED!

Hurricane & Disaster Preparedness

for Horse Owners

Hurricane/Tropical Storm Alerts

No matter what time of year, it pays to have a plan in place for your horses.

Pet Emergency Preparedness from Ready America.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION regarding the 2007 hurricane season. Ruling in Texas and Louisiana has made it mandatory for non profit organizations responding to disasters to be certified. Check your individual state for requirements. Courses for certification are online and are free of charge.

Disaster Preparedness

shopping list from United Animal Nations

Emergency Management Links

Pet Friendly Motels, Emergency Equine Shelters, Preparedness links and information

Horse Evacuation Kit

Hurricane, Fire, Emergency Equine Evacuation Info

Emergency resources and information.

AVMA Disaster Preparedness - animal disaster plans and resources by state

AVMA Disaster Preparedness and Response Guide - comprehensive guide by topic, may be downloaded as .pdf files.

AAEP Emergency and Disaster Preparadness - Hurricane Equine Evacuation, resources for equine practitioners and owners.

Hurricane Preparedness for Horse Farms

Preparing for the Category 3

from Daily Racing Form

The Disaster Handbook

from University of Florida, info on both human and animal concerns

for more, see links page under Emergency Preparedness

Ten Commandments for Horses

My life is likely to last 20 or more years. Any separation from you will be painful for me. Remember that before you take me home.
Give me time to understand what you want from me.
Place your trust in me. It is crucial to my well being.
Don’t be angry with me for long. Don’t lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your entertainment and your friends. I have only you.
Talk to me sometimes. Even if I don’t understand your words, I do understand your voice when it is speaking to me.
Be aware that however you treat me, I’ll never forget it.
Remember before you hit me that I am powerful enough to hurt you, but chose not to.
Before you scold me for being uncooperative, obstinate, or lazy, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I have a problem that you are not yet aware of.
Take care of me when I am old. You too will be old one day.
Go with me on the last journey. Never say “I can’t bear to watch” or “Let it happen in my absence.” Everything is easier for me if you are there.

Remember that I love you.