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For the Spirit of the Horse
http://pamela-beers-horses.blogspot.com
For the Spirit of the Horse is dedicated to the thoroughbred for its versatility, grace, strength, and indomitable spirit.
- Added on: Apr 22nd, 2009
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Author: Pam
- Listed in: Science & Nature Animal Facts
- Tags: sports Horses racing facts spirit care
Recent Posts
Girl Power
What can I say? A filly won the Preakness Stakes! It was the first time since 1924 when a filly named Nellie Morse won.I was somewhat disappointed Mine That Bird didn't come in first because I was looking for a Triple Crown winner. But the fact he wa...
Let Your Horses Be Horses
Equines need to be outside at least 8 hours a day or more. They need to socialize with pasture mates, graze, and breath fresh air, even when the weather isn't what we think is ideal. Horses need to be horses.If they're outside all day, their chances ...
Who Woulda Thought
Never in a million years, did I ever think a 50-1 shot would win the Kentucky Derby! Mine That Bird proved most people wrong with a stunning upset in the "Run for the Roses". Calvin Borel's love for the horses and brilliant riding proved you need a g...
How to Make a Mint Julep
The mint julep has been the traditional drink at the Kentucky Derby for 100 years. I won't be going to Kentucky to see the races, but I thought I'd be a good sport and share Churchill Downs' mint julep recipe with you.Early Times Mint Julep2 cups su...
Run for the Roses
Tomorrow is the Kentucky Derby. In 1904 the red rose became the official flower of the Kentucky Derby, dubbed the "Run for the Roses" by sports columnist Bill Corum in 1925, who later became president of Churchill Downs.Each year 400 red roses are se...
Saturday is Derby Day
It's the time of year when breeders, owners, trainers, and arm chair jockeys are anxiously waiting to see who the next triple crown hopeful will be. Tradition, glamour, and big bucks starts with the Kentucky Derby. Kentucky Derby Day is the first Sat...
