I thoroughly enjoy the Kentucky Derby, horses, and horse racing. I love the sport, I love the animal. The most difficult... [MORE]

Paula Stenger

May 14, 2008 14:11

In nautical slang, Eight Bells signifies the death of a sailor, in reference to the eight bells ringing after the... [MORE]

afrog

May 6, 2008 09:09

All I can think to say is thank you for a beautifully written article. When I heard about Eight Belles... [MORE]

Lisa O'Brien

May 5, 2008 23:33

Mr. Watman writes a wonderful essay concerning the demise of the brave, little filly Eight Belles. All of us who... [MORE]

Wendy A. King

May 5, 2008 18:51

I admire this filly for her heart, and in my mind she is a hero. I also admire the person...

Mallory

May 5, 2008 17:02

Amen, horse racing IS beautiful. But no one has mentioned that RUFFIAN'S trainer died the night before this fateful race... [MORE]

stavo

May 5, 2008 15:52

thanks--that helped. nicely done. [MORE]

Mark Elliott

May 5, 2008 15:50

I watched the Kentucky Derby on tv as I do every year. When I saw Eight Belles being walked around... [MORE]

Miss Martha D

May 5, 2008 12:39

Eight bells for Eight Belles, a very nicely balanced piece. Will send this one on. [MORE]

Kippy

May 5, 2008 12:37