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Comment on We have a consensus, and another winner by Jorie

Jorie — Tue, 21 May 2013 00:28:47 +0000

Ms. Ellis,

Sorry I missed your discussion on horse racing! As I always enjoy visiting your blog! However, I fell ill a fortnight ago, and last week, I was still recovering from it! Therefore, I’ve been online hit/miss for most of May! Oyy. I do agree and stipulate the same as what became the concensus! Personally, my favourite horse IS the throroughbred, and if I am ever blessed to own a horse, as I’d love to pursue Dressage – I want to adopt a retired racehorse that can segue into a new career! I have been *caught up!* in the Triple Crown since I was a young girl, reading these series: the Saddle Club, the Black Stallion, and Throroughbred! I think that entire world will always hold a special place in my heart! I tend to ride as an exercise rider {for a racehorse} would whilst warming up a mount, because I *love!* being hugged close to the horse, the wind whipping behind me, and simply enjoy the space and time I have with the horse! I miss riding, but one day, it shall re-alight in my life, I have the hope and faith that it will! Now, if I ever had true gumpshun, I’d try my bit at ‘endurance racing!’ The film “Virginia’s Run” with Gabriel Bryne clued me in to this enticing sport! It’s a bit like the Triple Crown, as far as the excitement is concerned and the stamina needed for the distance, but run across country!

Comment on We have a consensus, and another winner by Maria Kulscar

Maria Kulscar — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:45:33 +0000

Thank you so much! This is so exciting I can’t wait to read it!

Comment on We have a consensus, and another winner by Judy B

Judy B — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:18:04 +0000

Maria, how nice that you won! Congrats and I know you will enjoy this book!

Blessings!
Judy B

Comment on We have a consensus, and another winner by Lisa

Lisa — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:03:34 +0000

Congratulations Maria!! Happy reading.

Comment on Any readers fans of Thoroughbred racing? by Kristie D.

Kristie D. — Sun, 19 May 2013 19:48:23 +0000

I think that a Christian can be a devotee for sure! And I think that gambling is fine as long as you stick to the limit you set and you can afford it. Of course, I just got back from Las Vegas and I had two uncles who were bookies. kristiedonelson(at)gmail(dot)com Thank you.

Comment on Any readers fans of Thoroughbred racing? by Maryann

Maryann — Sun, 19 May 2013 05:06:20 +0000

I wouldnt call myself a devotee, but I do love watching horse racing on tv. I think its wonderful to see how these wonderful creatures that God made can be so swift and fast! I would never gamble as I feel that is using the money that God has entrusted to us in an unwise manner.

Comment on Any readers fans of Thoroughbred racing? by Wendy Newcomb

Wendy Newcomb — Sun, 19 May 2013 03:20:31 +0000

I really like your books Mary, thank you for the chance to win one.

wfnren(at)aol(dot)com

Comment on Any readers fans of Thoroughbred racing? by Elaine Panfil

Elaine Panfil — Sun, 19 May 2013 02:00:35 +0000

Love your books! In response to your question, I think that someone can be a horse race “devotee”. It’s a matter of keeping your priorities straight. As long as you are devoted to God and your family first, don’t over indulge and don’t use your prayers for your horse to win, why not take time for something you enjoy. All in moderation.

Comment on Any readers fans of Thoroughbred racing? by Mike-Barb Michels

Mike-Barb Michels — Sat, 18 May 2013 23:11:45 +0000

would love to read this book. and Yes the Amish in Indiana do bet on race horses and in fact they have some that they race.

Comment on Any readers fans of Thoroughbred racing? by Loretta

Loretta — Sat, 18 May 2013 20:27:30 +0000

Want to read a book by you, so far I have not. Crossing my fingers