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Old 11-01-2007, 02:34 PM
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Tinny is about the same this morning , his spirit seems to be doing better than ours at this point . His eyes look good and his coat is healthy and he is munching away on his hay. I think he doesnt understand why he has to be tied up , he's all like what did I do wrong.
I think we are all pulling for the Tin Man. The fight that brought him so many wins will allow him to pull through this I hope. I am praying.
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Old 11-01-2007, 03:38 PM
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Good to hear. He's a true warrior, and will be missed on the track... I would LOVE to see him take John's place at the Horse Park when he heals up.
Amen. Nice sentiment.
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Old 11-01-2007, 03:56 PM
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He will be in my prayers Honu. Thank you for the update.
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Old 11-01-2007, 04:33 PM
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Thanks for the update, Honu - hope you and the rest of the crew are doing as well as Tinny.

Honu, can you say what bone was broken?
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Old 11-02-2007, 07:54 AM
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How is he this morning? Any updates? Wishing all involved the best possible outcome.
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Old 11-02-2007, 08:32 PM
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Just wondering how he's doing. Thoughts are with you guys.
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Old 11-03-2007, 01:03 AM
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Hi folks, just stopping by to give an update , Tinny is still being a very good boy , not moving around too much and he is not favoring that leg and is standing on all fours which is a good thing. Dr Blea and Dr. Morgan stopped by and had a look at him and took the stitches out of his ankle , they suggested we mud all four of his feet once a day with white cooling mud and put him on some foot medicicine called Trentol , which is perscribed to humans with heart issues to keep the blood flowing good to his feet.
He still looks bright in the eyes and his coat is good alltho he is putting on his winter hair which he started to about a month ago , he doesnt care if its 80 degrees in the afternoon by god its time to grow a coat.
This morning as I was leaving I stopped to give him a pat and pushed the halter back from behind his ears because he is wearing it 24/7 now , I started to scratch him right up behind his ears and the bugger put his head in the crook of my arm , at that point I had to go because I was going to lose it in the shedrow.
You all have know idea how much all your support means to everyone in the barn , we understand your questions of why and and we also understand your pain because we feel the same way. Tinny for sure feels the love because he is accepting this with so much grace and heart , please keep the good vibes flowing and thanks again for all your love.
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Old 11-03-2007, 06:39 AM
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Mahalo, Honu.

Fingers are very firmly crossed.

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Old 11-03-2007, 08:18 AM
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Thanks for the updates Honu. Very interesting to hear what he is going through. Your "inside" info. is a huge asset to Derby Trail.

We are all rooting for Tinny to recover and have a very happy retirement.
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Old 11-03-2007, 08:44 AM
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Mahalo, Honu.

Fingers are very firmly crossed.

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Thanks for the update.

Stay strong Tinny and Honu.

Fingers (and toes) firmly crossed.

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Old 11-03-2007, 08:46 AM
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hoping for the best honu. a good sign that he is taking it easy, sounds like a smart horse who knows how to take care of himself.
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Old 11-03-2007, 12:43 PM
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Be a good boy Tin. I would also like to see him take over where John Henry left at the KY horse park....
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Old 11-03-2007, 01:37 PM
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Thanks for the update Honu. I am happy to hear Tinny is doing good.
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Old 11-03-2007, 02:04 PM
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Thank you very much Honu for keeping us informed during this very difficult time.

Here's hoping all the good thoughts, prayers and well wishes from so many fans can help with his recovery.
Please give him a pat and hug from all of his fans.
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Old 11-03-2007, 02:15 PM
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Thanks so much for the updates, best wishes to you and The Tin Man.
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Old 11-03-2007, 06:05 PM
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Ditto, appreciate greatly the updates - give him a hug from all of us. He's a class act.
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Old 11-04-2007, 01:13 AM
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See below link for 3 great pictures taken Saturday of The Tin Man posted on another forum.

http://forums.delphiforums.com/alexb...ages?msg=16560
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Old 11-04-2007, 05:24 AM
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Keeping up the positive thoughts. The Tin Dude is a good healer; he's been down this medical rest road before and he can do it again. Here's hoping he'll be well enough to join Kona Gold on pony horse patrol next year. Just think of the stories those two could swap.
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Old 11-05-2007, 07:14 PM
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Hope he is still being a good patient. Give him a hug for me.
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Old 11-05-2007, 09:51 PM
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See below link for 3 great pictures taken Saturday of The Tin Man posted on another forum.

http://forums.delphiforums.com/alexb...ages?msg=16560
That is awesome.
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