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Horses for Sale
08/13/09		 Ricky Shackleford 2 horses for sale:
confederate gray:  a coming 8 yr old dappled gray gelding the last colt out of Silver Bullet B .
He was the 2007 reserve ladies park champion. He  also won a lot when he was padded. He will win
where ever you show him. He will go flat shod or padded.
m & m's cuttin up:   a 12 yr. old black mare with a blaze would make a good juvenile horse. She has
also won championships in the past. She is now being shown in style pleasure racking and ladies
open in walking/racking shows. Please call if you are interested. 662-842-2910 Melissa cell- 662-372-2910
Thanks, Melissa
 
Prayer Request
08/087/09		 Anne Daniel To all Prayer Warriors,
We have a 16 year old young lady in the Trinity Church named Molly Moses.  Friday night while fishing with her dad, the boat hit something and she and a friend were thrown from the boat.  She was hit by the propeller.  Her right foot and ankle were badly damages, her left leg was cut off around the hip.  Her right hip is broken and her pelvis is broken in several places.  Her bladder and most of her female parts are still there.  She has a permanent colostomy. 
She was in surgery for 14 hrs straight.  She was back in Sunday for removal of dead tissue areas.  They are going to put in a feeding tube today. They are just trying to keep her stable and alive right now.  Being in the Tenn. River opens the door for many infections.  Molly is currently at Huntsville Hosp. but will be moved to B'ham or Nashville soon for more specialized treatment.  Molly is not in the clear yet. 
Her dad needs prayer as well.  He is blaming himself for her injuries.  Please PRAY!
 
Prayer Request
08/04/09		 Ann Daniel A good friend of mine confided in me this morning that, the Dr.’s told him and his wife yesterday, that his wife probably does have Breast Cancer; she is 45. They did a biopsy yesterday and all results are not back yet. Please pray for this woman and their family. I don’t want to give their names out yet, because they have not told many people.
 
Death of two Speed horse
05/29/09		 Susie Wright
We lost Black Fancey Girl a couple of weeks ago, and it was truly heart breaking.  It was posted in the speed racking group this morning that Sandy Preston lost Crimson Tide. She was a great mare and will truly be missed. I know how Sandy feels it is very hard to lose them. My heart goes out to her.

 
Crimson Tide Lori Crimson Tide was laid to rest yesterday. She shattered a pastern while preparing for an upcoming show. She was the first speed racker I rode. Sandy was always so generous to share her wonderful horses and many of us will carry wonderful memories of Crimson our whole lives. My heart goes out to Sandy on this loss.
 
Good News!
Randy
/Joy DeMoss

Good News! Congratulations and Best Wishes to Lucinda & Mike Hancock of Olive Hill, KY on the birth of their son Eli Clay on April 30, 2009, weighing 9 pounds and 14 oz's and 21 inches long.  Proud Grandparents are Larry and Sandy Hignite.
 

Condolences
03/03/09

  

Office

 

Mary Hooker's mother passed away last night.  Please remember the family.
Thank You
02/26/09		 Susie
Wright		 I just wanted to thank Nell for what a wonderful job she is doing with the RHBAA page and this one of course. You go Girl!

Also I want to really thank Donna in the Breeders Office for working hard to get a copy of my friends mare dna, and my mares to help save us some money. Thanks Donna.
 
Fred Berry
02/27/09		 Elane
Berry		 They are transferring Fred to a Hospice Center probably today. They are estimating that it will probably be a matter of a few weeks. I'll keep you posted
Fred Berry
02/24/09		 Jeannie
Roberts
Elane Berry's husband, Fred, is in the hospital after experiencing a fall 4 days ago.  He was diagnosed with a concussion, which is slowly beginning to absorb.  He also has a blood clot in his leg.  As you know, Fred has been previously diagnosed with Alzheimers & had a stroke a few months ago and Elane has been caring for him at home.  Please keep them in your prayers.  A card of encouragement to Elane would be appreciated also.   P. O. Box 181    Roland, AR  72135
 
Congratulations!
02/08/09		 Marilyn
Meisenheimer
Reese Elizabeth Lofton, daughter of Josh and Lindsay Meisenheimer Lofton was born today (2/5/09)in Carbondale, Illinois.  She weighed 3 pounds, 3 ounces and is 15 1/2 inches long.  Reese came into the world  early as she was not due until March, but is doing quite well.  Mother Lindsay is recuperating quite well. Big brother Landon is excited about the baby.
 
Trainers'
Award Social
01/27/09		 Barbara Johnston
February 14th is the Pro Trainer's Annual Awards Social at the Holiday Inn In Huntsville, Al.   This is in conjunction with the RHBAA Winter Meetings the 13th & 14th. The Trainer's Awards Social begins at 6:30 P.M. on Saturday the 14th (Valentine's Day).  Everyone is invited to come and enjoy the evening with us.  Some of the
fun things planned for the evening include:  Entertainer & DJ, Hors d'œuvres,  Silent Auction, 50/50 Cash Giveaway, Bingo, Gift Baskets, High Point Awards, etc.  Everyone is invited.  Please come and bring all your friends. For questions, please email me. Johnstonstables@hotmail.com

 
Sue Dunn
01/24/09		 Susie Wright
I don't have your email but I have a awesome gray filly that will be one heck of a speed gal. Call me if interested at 276-346-3672 or check her video out at www.speedrackinghorses.com Too many speed babies need to sell some.  See ya in the ring Lord willing.

 
Racking
 Horses
01/05/09		 Susie Wright
I have a black speed racking stallion for sale, along with a gray yearling filly, and bay. Both fillies are racking up a storm in the barn hall way. The fillies are registered and are out of my stallion, and speed racking mares. Please check out my for sale page at www.speedrackinghorses.com

 
Barbara Lacey
01/05/09		 Jimmy Lacy
The visitation will be Tuesday 6 - 8 and the funeral Wednesday at 11.  The funeral home is Casdorph and Curry in Saint Albans, WV.  Thank you very much.

 
Barbara Lacy
01/04/09		 Jimmy
 Lacy
I just wanted to let everyone know that Barbara Lacy passed away on January 4, 2009 at 3:20 AM.  She was diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer on Monday December 29, 2008.  My father and I would like to thank everyone for the cards, thoughts and Prayers.  If the good Lord is willing, we sill see you on the show circuit this year.
 

 
Trail Rider Magazine Showcase
12/29/08		 Margie Smith RAA Riders,
Lauren Back (from The Trail Rider magazine) is looking for Racking horse
breeders or farms that we would recommend. Please send me any information of
RELIABLE breeders or farms that you would recommend ASAP - thank you.

 
Tim and Lanette Toler
12/24/08
 		  
We would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!

 
Warmth of a Horse
12/24/08		 Aleisha Grubb The Warmth Of A Horse         
>             When your day seems out of balance
>             and so many things go wrong ...
>             When people fight around you
>             and the clock drags on so long ...
>            
>             When some folks act like children
>             and fill you with remorse ...
>             Go out into your pasture and wrap
>             your arms around your horse.
>            
>             His gentle breath enfolds you as he
>             watches with those eyes ...
>             He may not have a PhD but he
>             is,oh so wise!
>            
>             His head rests on your shoulder
>             you hug him good and tight ...
>             He puts your world in balance
>             and makes it seem all right.
>            
>             Your tears will soon stop flowing,
>             the tension will be eased ...
>             The nonsense has been lifted.
>             You are quiet and at peace.
>            
>             So when you need some balance
>             from the stresses in your day ...
>             The therapy you really need
>             Is out there eating hay!
 
Mack Whitaker
12/20/08
 		 Gayla I wanted to let everyone know that Mack Whitaker passed away Tuesday December 16th
 
Gary Fields
12/16/08		 Becky Siniard

I thought I’d let you know that Gary Fields of Heflin, Alabama had knee replacement surgery today. The surgery was successful. Gary will be out of work for about four weeks.  Thanks for keeping us informed. 

 
How to lock your car safely
12/15/08		 Lanette Toler Snopes approved.

         I locked my car --- as I walked away I heard my car door unlock . I went back and locked my car again three times. I looked around and there were two guys sitting in a car in the fire lane next to the store. When I looked  straight at them they did not unlock my car again.
         How to lock your car safely
         While traveling my son stopped at a roadside park. He came out to his car less than 4-5 minutes later and found  someone had gotten into his car, and stolen his cell phone, laptop computer, GPS navigator briefcase.....you name it ... called the police and since there were no signs of his car being broken into- the police told him   that there is a device that robbers are using now to clone your security code when you lock your doors on your car using your key-chain locking device.. They sit a distance away and watch for their next victim. They know  you are going inside of the store, restaurant, or bathroom and have a few minutes to steal and run.
The police officer said ...to be sure to manually lock your car door-by hitting the lock button inside the car, that way if there is someone sitting in a parking lot watching for their next victim it will not be you. When you hit the   
 lock button on your car upon exiting...it does not send the security code, but if you walk away and use the door
 lock on your key chain- it sends the code through the airwaves where it can be stolen, something totally new to 
 us...and real ... be aware of this and please pass this note on..look how many times we all lock our doors with 
 our keys...just to be sure we remembered to lock them....and bingo someone have our code...and whatever was in   the car...can be gone. Keep safe everyone
 
Connie Lawrence
12/10/08		 RHBAA Please remember Connie Lawrence.  She was in a car accident the day before Thanksgiving.  She is doing better, but still recuperating at home.
 
Shane Dumas
12/05/08
 		 RHBAA Please remember Shane Dumas.  He had and horse accident and broke his leg.
Jose' Jose' Stud fee
11/23/08		 Jeannie&
Cassie Plemons
Happy Holidays to all!!! Just wanted to let everyone know that we have a Jose' Jose' stud fee for sale for only$3500!!!! What a bargain!!! Keep in mind all the WC's and WGC'S he has sired. Anyone interested may contact me at 256-606-8277.At this price it may not last long though so act fast!!!  Again happy holidays and may God bless you all!!!...Jeannie and Cassie Plemons
 
Hugh Martin
11/23/08		 Kendall Hollen Hugh Martin of Manchester, KY was diagnosed with lung and brain cancer this past week.  Mr. Martin owns World Champion Park Pleasure horse Ace's Powerstroke.
 
Barn Party
11/20/08		 Sue Dunn
PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDAR TO DECEMBER 20TH FOR THE DUNN BARN PARTY, YOU ARE SURE TO HAVE A GOOD TIME WITH PLENTY TO EAT AND VISITING WITH GOOD FRIENDS. 
THIS IS AN OPEN EVENT NO INVITATION NEEDED JUST SHOW UP.
 
Put keys by
the bed
11/20/08		 Nell Brown Lanette Toler forwarded this email to me. I  think it is great.
PUT KEYS BY THE BED AT NIGHT. 
Tell your spouse, your children, your neighbors, your parents your Dr's office, the check-out girl at the market, everyone you run across. Put your car keys beside your bed at night. If you hear a noise outside your home or someone trying to get in your house, just press the panic button for your car. The alarm will be set off, and the horn will continue to sound until either you turn it off or the car battery dies.

This tip came from a neighborhood watch coordinator. Next time you come home for the night and you start to put your keys away, think of this:

It's a security alarm system that you probably already have and requires no installation. Test it. It will go off from most everywhere inside your house and will keep honking until your battery runs down or until you reset it with the button on the key fob chain. It works if you park in your driveway or garage If your car alarm goes off when someone is trying to break into your house, odds are the burglar rapist won't stick around... After a few seconds all the neighbors will be looking out their windows to see who is out there and sure enough the criminal won't want that. And remember to carry your keys while walking to your car in a parking lot. The alarm can work the same way there. This is something that should really be shared with everyone.  Maybe it could save a life or a sexual abuse crime.  Would also be useful for any emergency, such as a heart attack, where you can't reach a phone. My Mom has suggested to my Dad that he carry his car keys with him in case he falls outside and she doesn't hear him.  He can activate the car alarm and then she'll know there's a problem.
 
Christmas
Cards
11/19/08		 Mary Hooker
When you do your Christmas cards this year, take one card and send it to this address. If we pass this on and everyone sends one card, think of how many cards these wonderful special people who have sacrificed so much would get.When you are making out your Christmas card list this year, please include the following:
                        A Recovering American Soldier
c/o Walter Reed Army Medical Center
6900 Georgia Avenue,NW
Washington,D.C. 20307-5001		  
Angela Cornell, RN, CCM
Complete Case Management (CCM)
45 Belle Meadow Lane
Little Rock, AR 72210
501-455-5333 fax: 501-455-2333
angelacornellRN@aol.com
www.angelacornell.com
 
Log Book Certified Mail
11/19/08		 Margie Smith
Would the person who sent her log book to me already via certified mail please email me? To everyone else, please, please do NOT send your log books to me before mid-December. The time frame for the end of the trail year is the end of December. I have a small office at home to do all the RAA work, along with the therapy organizations I belong to, along with my school work (I am a special education teacher), along with my collie and Maine Coon paperwork that needs attention. Then, I do have a family - so when you send me your log books way in advance, it really is a hardship as I have no place to keep the books until after December. So, for the rest of you, do NOT send them to me - I only need to hear from the person who did. She sent it certified mail - if that helps her to know who I'm referring to. Thank you.

 
Barb Lacy
11/17/08		 Pam Fears I just wanted to let the Racking Horse Family know that Jimmy Lacy’s mom, Barb, had a severe heart attack on Friday, November 7. Barb was actually at the hospital when the attack occurred. Barb is a very sick lady with the heart attack adding to her other health problems. Please keep Barb, Snook, and Jimmy in your thoughts and prayers. Jimmy’s address is 3709 Mill Street, St Albans, West Virginia 25177. I’m sure Barb would appreciate a card just to let her know she is in our thoughts and prayers.
 
Help needed
11/13/08		 Carol
Hello. My name is Carol.  I have a horse boarding at Westwind.   Berry and Beverly lost their home and it's contents a week ago today.  They are having a really hard time.  They are living in a camper and trying desperately to find a mobile home they can afford.  If any of your members know where they can get a really good deal on a mobile home it would sure be appreciated.  They will consider a used one.  Thanks.
 
House Fire
11/10/08		 Lanette Toler I wanted to let you know that I received an email Friday that Barry and Beverly West home caught on fire and was a complete loss.  They have been in the Racking Industry for years.  We all need to keep this family in our prayers.  No one was home at the time of the fire.  Thank the good Lord everyone is safe. I have asked to be kept updated so that when there is a need we can be ready to help in any way we can.
 
Congratulations
11/6/08		 Racking Source
Congratulations to Eddie Barrow & Bob & Tammy Cole's Ritz's Cosmo on being crowned PRHTA Show Grand Champion. Congratulations also go out to Jamie Lawrence & S.A. Barber's Unreal on their ASHA Grand Championship win. 

 
RAA Riders
10/30/08		 Margie Smith
RAA Riders, just a reminder, that log books are due after December 31st. I need them by late January at the latest.
 
RAA Riders
10/30/08		 Margie Smith
The Trail Rider magazine is featuring the Racking Horse in the March, 2009 issue. Attached is the information for you if you want to
use that issue to advertise. Do you have some products - horse related or not to sell? Check out the advertising page. Do you have a
stallion you'd like to promote - this is the issue to do it in. Check out the page that tells how many copies are sold to what states to
help you decide if this is a good avenue - even if for 1 or 2 issues. Check it out and get back to the Trail Rider if you are interested in
 advertising.  Trail Riders Media Kit
 
New Baby Girl
10/29/08		 Barbara Johnston Hello Everyone,  
We are so excited to announce that our first Great Granddaughter Little Miss Jenna Ann Johnston was born around
10:00 P.M. last night to Jared & Martha.   She weighed 8.5 and was 20.5 inches long.   Mother and baby are doing great.  
Jared is a different story.....haaaaaaaaaaaa   Fred & I do feel a lot older today this being our first Great Grandchild.
We now have a fourth generation.   Life is a cycle!   And we try to cherish each day.  Hope to see all of you at the Show Friday Night.
 
Thank You
10/13/08		 Sue Dunn
I too want to thank the horse show committee for a great celebration, so many new faces and horses out in the ring this year,
with the gas prices the way they were, I was a little worried about our show.  But, once again I seen first hand what the racking
horse family can do, we all pulled together and had one of the finest shows that we could of had. 
I want to tell Barry Troxtell that I was so happy to see him out and about again it is that determination I referred to earlier,
he too could of quit but he refused to.  I look forward to seeing everyone at the trainers show, come and help make this show a success

 
Thank You
10/10/08		 Barry Troxtell Dearest Racking Horse Friends, I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for all the cards, phone calls, and hospital visits! 
Most of all thanks for all the prayers during my illness.  It is truly by the grace of God I was able to beat the odds and begin to make a
recovery! I am so thankful I was able to attend the World Celebration and see all the friendly faces and talk to so many of you that
had been concerned about my condition.  I had a wonderful time and sincerely appreciation all the get well wishes! 
Hats off to the Show Committee for putting on one of the best Celebrations ever!!!
 
Leeann Musick
09/08/08
 		 Nell Leeann suffered a fall a couple of weeks ago and injured her leg.  It did not recover quite like the doctor wanted it too and she had surgery on it recently. Please remember her in your prayers and pray for a speedy recovery.
Wedding Bells
09/09/2008		 Nicole
Congratulations to Colby Pearson & Becky Lee Evans on their engagement. The couple is due to tie the knot in January of 2009.
 
Condolences
8/25/08		 Jeannie and Kassie Plemons
Our condolences and deepest heart felt sympathy go out to both the Ailshie and Morrison families
our prayers and thoughts are with both of these families in their time of need.  May God bless and keep them. 

 
Arrangements
08/24/08		 Nell James Morrison's arrangements.  Visitation and Funeral will be at the Nelson Funeral Home in Fayette, AL.
Visitation will be Monday(8/25/08) from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM.  The funeral will be at 11:00 AM Tuesday (8/26/08).
The home address is 1754 Co. Rd. 80, Fayette, AL 35555.  The home phone is 205-932-5783.
I talked with Annette today and she told me they only found out it was serious 4 weeks ago. She was thankful that he was not
in pain when he passed away.  She said he was a Christian and she knew he was with the Lord in a better place.
 
Condolences
08/24/08		 Nell Brown Remember Annette Morrison.  James passed away yesterday. Arrangements will be posted later today.
Remember
08/22/08		 Nell Brown Please remember James and Annette Morrison in your prayers.  Jim is terminally ill.
Condolences
08/22/08		 Tim & Lanett Toler
 		 Our thoughts and prayers are with the Ailshie family in this time of loss.  May God give them peace and strength
Birth Announcement
08/22/08		 Dian
Crawford&
Carolyn Blaylock
 		 I’ve got some great news!  Emily’s baby was born yesterday!  Daegan Paige McWilliams weighed 5.13 lbs and was 18 ½ inches long. 
She was 5 weeks early but she and her Mom are doing great.  I am so relieved to have them both safe and sound.
Daegan is the granddaughter of Dian Crawford and the great-niece of Carolyn & Leslie Blaylock. 
Ailshie Family
08/22/08
 		 Nicole Please remember the Ailshie family in the death of Kenny on Friday.  Our prayers are with them.
Box Seats
Walking Celebration
08/17/08		 Joy Smith
The box is H-19;   It's on the East side, below the new boxes that they added a couple of years ago.  High enough to see good
(without binoculars or anything) and far enough away that you don't get dirt flung on you.  It is near the TWHBEA box
The way it is situated - you don't have anyone walking directly in front of you or to either side of you. $132.00 each.$264.00 for the 2 tickets.
If you are interested please e-mail.me @   JSmith@dchlaw.com
 
Condolences
08/14/08		 Tim and Lanette Toler
 		 We would like to send our condolences to Donna Shelton and her Family on their loss.  We will keep them in our prayers.
3 Broodmares
8/14/08		 Gene Ditty
I have three of Mr. Ditty's RH broodmares that he "wants/needs" to retire.   
Miss Artistic, 984278
Sally Mae, 1002970
Easy Made, 993973
 contact: gditty@wfeca.net
Condolences
08/14/08		 Tina Wright
Donna Shelton's mom passed away last night, August 13. Please remember her family in your prayers. Mrs. Annie loved the horses. 
 
Jamie Ailshie
07/29/08		 Nell Brown Remember Jamie Ailshie as she recuperates from eye surgery on 7/28.  She is doing fine.  She will have surgery in the right eye in
two weeks.
 
Barry Troxtel
0729/08		 Nicole
Please keep Barry Troxtel of Bronston Ky. in your prayers. He has been recovering at the University Of Kentucky Hospital
for the last month. We wish him a speedy recovery.
 
Windjammer SP
07/24/08		 Cheryl Jones Sandy Preston lost her beloved Windjammer SP last week.  'Jammer' was a grand 38 years old!  We at Tyler Mountain Stables miss
 him already. Please keep Sandy in your thoughts and prayers, this has been a very difficult time for her
 
Article
0722/08		 Adrian
Condolences
07/20/08
 		 Nicole Barb Easley of Mount Vernon, Illinois passed away Friday July 18th. Please keep her devoted husband Bill in your prayers.
Paynic Funeral Home in East Alton Illinois will be holding funeral services for Barb Easley. Wednesday July 23rd from 4-8 will
be the visitation. Thursday at 10 am will be the funeral at Paynic with burial following in Salem, Illinois. 

Bill's address: Bill Easley - 19032 N. Tolle Ln. - Mount Vernon, Il. 62864-8511

 
RAA Newsletter
07/06/08		 Margie Smith
OK - I'm putting together the July issue newsletter - anyone with any stories or tidbits to share? If so, I need them NOW!!
Please have all stories to me by July 9th - that is this Wednesday. Thank you.
Rack Across America Trail Hour Program/ Racking Horses - margiesracking@earthlink.net
 
Speed Horse Wanted
07/02/08		 Elaine Jackson Hey do you know anybody that's selling a speed Racking Horse?   I have a guy here looking for one. He said he found one in KY
but the guy wanted $10,000 for it and that was a little much. I told him I'd put the word out that he's looking for one
and see what we could find. My cell 304-545-9607