Tag Archives: racing

A few curve balls

Posted on November 14, 2015 by dotstry

Life seems to have thrown me a few curve balls lately and I have had to put everything aside to deal with these problematic situations.  It’s time to shake the blues and think positive and enjoy life.  So here I … Continue reading →

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Urban Farming while waiting for my horses to return

Posted on September 13, 2013 by dotstry

Some of my horses are racing in California, others are at the farm having a vacation and if everything goes as planned, two more horses will be added to our barn. I can hardly wait to see my favorite, Tonight … Continue reading →

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Ocotillo’s Impressions of California

Posted on September 2, 2013 by dotstry

It’s me again, Ocotillo. If you don’t already know me, I am the youngest horse in Drew Fulmer’s barn. I am a two-year old gelding and everything is new and exciting to me. We live in Phoenix, AZ most of … Continue reading →

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The Road to the Winner’s Circle

Posted on August 26, 2013 by dotstry

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What does it take to make it to the Winner’s Circle? The first step is the horse. Claiming a proven winner is the best road for new owners. Purchasing a horse from an auction is a great way to get … Continue reading →

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ERRANT TEENAGER

Posted on July 21, 2013 by dotstry

John’s Knight Out (John) was claimed by us in November 2011 when he was a 3-year old.  An easy horse to deal with, he adjusted well to the new barn.  Our trainer, Drew Fulmer was happy to have him.  We had some … Continue reading →

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Give me a break — I’m the baby!

Posted on July 18, 2013 by dotstry

Well, here’s my story.  My name is Ocotillo.  I am a two-year old gelding.  My birthday is April 15th.   I only know that because Dorothy brought a big Birthday Cake to the barn for the humans and tons of carrots … Continue reading →

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SUNSHINE RACING — THE JOY OF THOROUGHBRED OWNERSHIP

Posted on July 4, 2013 by dotstry

As an owner of thoroughbred race horses, it is my hope that I can tell some of my stories and share the joy and thrills that I have experienced as a horseman.  My husband Bill and I became horse owners on … Continue reading →

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