Unbelievable
I would not be doing my part as an American, or specifically as a very judgmental American, if I did not post this link. Do not read any more until you have clicked on that link, then come back and continue. Also, I'll point out that thanks to Deadspin I feel it is necessary to comment on this as well.
The link is to the message board at the University of Pennsylvania: School of Veterinary Medicine. But not just any message board. These are people leaving messages for a horse. Yes. A horse. Ok, not just any horse, but Barbaro. Now, many of you may not remember that back in May of 2006, that Barbaro, winner of the Kentucky Derby, fractured some bones in one of his legs during the running of the Preakness Stakes.
The prognosis was favorable at first, they chose to operate to repair the fractures, but then he developed an infection, and then laminitis, and everyone considered making him into glue. But, they did not. He was operated on, and is now recovering so he can get put out to stud ("First stop, Maude Flanders"-love the easy Simpons joke).
Now, in case you have forgotten, or perhaps were not aware, horses cannot read. Not only that, I'm pretty sure they also cannot work the internet. So, you can see how stupid it would be to leave inspirational messages for a horse on a message board. But let's get to the more important question here:
WHAT IS WRONG WITH THESE PEOPLE?? I can understand little old ladies and men who somehow have figured out how to work computers, and for some reason may have forgotten that horses can't read. But what about all of these people in their 30's leaving messages?? What's their problem? Social outcasts? These people are legal voters! I am not comfortable with that at all!
And, let's not forget, it's November. The broken leg happened in May. Six months hasn't been enough for people to lose interest? And look at some of these entries!
Barbaro~I was so happy to read the news; you've made my week! We all knew you could do it. You are a truly amazing soul, who gives everyone hope. Please take care of yourself, eat well and keep fighting! You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Jean Fluck, 36; East Fallowfield Township, PA, U.S.posted on 2006-11-07 11:18:38
How is this horse a truly amazing soul? Have you had personal interactions with it, fallen in love with it? It's a horse! Or this one:
Hi Barbaro - or should i call you the horse version of Lance Armstrong!!? LOL. Your such an inspiration, and you give strength to so many. Your the reason why I was able to come out of the closet, thank you! God Bless.. -- Terence Doran, 31; West Village NYC, NY.
So, a horse was the reason this guy came out? How does that work again? Nothing against this guy for coming out, but where is the connection? Let's try to follow his line of thought: "Man, that horse was hurt, and he had absolutely no say in whether or not he lived or was made into glue, but for some reason his owners invested a shitload of money to repair the injuries. You know what, I like dudes. Thanks Barbaro, I'm coming out now."
Yeah, I don't see the connection either. Maybe I should look to a horse for inspiration in my own life, and then I'll write him letters about his soul and stuff.
Or, you know, I could remain sane.
The link is to the message board at the University of Pennsylvania: School of Veterinary Medicine. But not just any message board. These are people leaving messages for a horse. Yes. A horse. Ok, not just any horse, but Barbaro. Now, many of you may not remember that back in May of 2006, that Barbaro, winner of the Kentucky Derby, fractured some bones in one of his legs during the running of the Preakness Stakes.
The prognosis was favorable at first, they chose to operate to repair the fractures, but then he developed an infection, and then laminitis, and everyone considered making him into glue. But, they did not. He was operated on, and is now recovering so he can get put out to stud ("First stop, Maude Flanders"-love the easy Simpons joke).
Now, in case you have forgotten, or perhaps were not aware, horses cannot read. Not only that, I'm pretty sure they also cannot work the internet. So, you can see how stupid it would be to leave inspirational messages for a horse on a message board. But let's get to the more important question here:
WHAT IS WRONG WITH THESE PEOPLE?? I can understand little old ladies and men who somehow have figured out how to work computers, and for some reason may have forgotten that horses can't read. But what about all of these people in their 30's leaving messages?? What's their problem? Social outcasts? These people are legal voters! I am not comfortable with that at all!
And, let's not forget, it's November. The broken leg happened in May. Six months hasn't been enough for people to lose interest? And look at some of these entries!
Barbaro~I was so happy to read the news; you've made my week! We all knew you could do it. You are a truly amazing soul, who gives everyone hope. Please take care of yourself, eat well and keep fighting! You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Jean Fluck, 36; East Fallowfield Township, PA, U.S.posted on 2006-11-07 11:18:38
How is this horse a truly amazing soul? Have you had personal interactions with it, fallen in love with it? It's a horse! Or this one:
Hi Barbaro - or should i call you the horse version of Lance Armstrong!!? LOL. Your such an inspiration, and you give strength to so many. Your the reason why I was able to come out of the closet, thank you! God Bless.. -- Terence Doran, 31; West Village NYC, NY.
So, a horse was the reason this guy came out? How does that work again? Nothing against this guy for coming out, but where is the connection? Let's try to follow his line of thought: "Man, that horse was hurt, and he had absolutely no say in whether or not he lived or was made into glue, but for some reason his owners invested a shitload of money to repair the injuries. You know what, I like dudes. Thanks Barbaro, I'm coming out now."
Yeah, I don't see the connection either. Maybe I should look to a horse for inspiration in my own life, and then I'll write him letters about his soul and stuff.
Or, you know, I could remain sane.
posted by Jtrouble at 11:12 AM
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