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Recent Reviews for Carol M Chapman

Tall Ears and Short Tales: Observations from the Barn (Book) - 7/9/2007 6:49:51 AM
Pretty cute. I will pass this on to my sister, who is quite an animal lover.

Tall Ears and Short Tales: Observations from the Barn (Book) - 2/10/2004 6:49:15 AM
Carol, I WILL be buying this book post haste as we are the proud owners of one horse at this time...Sinders is his name, he is a black with one white sock, Tennessee Walker and he is the nicest guy. Up to the point of dating Rene, I was always kinda afraid of horses, some stupid childhood thing, I imagine, but when I met Sinders, he gave me a kind of a kiss, snorting in my neck area, and since he is my boy too...this book Rene will love I bet, wish it were a signed copy, but can't have everything...thanks for caring for old and discarded horses, you have a good heart...peace, Ed, Rene & Rufuz

Tall Ears and Short Tales: Observations from the Barn (Book) - 1/25/2004 9:05:51 PM
This looks terrific! It takes me back to my youth. I always coveted my neighbors' horses. SueB

Tall Ears and Short Tales: Observations from the Barn (Book) - 1/19/2004 11:00:44 AM
sounds like a book i would love to read; i love to read about horses and other animals! ((HUGS)) and much love, your friend in burleson, karen lynn. :D

Tall Ears and Short Tales: Observations from the Barn (Book) - 1/17/2004 5:38:58 PM
Fabulous Book! Join the author on her personal journey into the hearts and souls of neglected, abused, and unwanted animals. You'll meet lots of courageous horses looking for a second chance at life, and you'll also learn a little about a delightful Chocolate Lab who mothers horses, cats, and baby chicks. Knowledgeably written by the owner of The Last Refuge, a sanctuary for horses and other assorted creatures no one else wanted. This book is a compelling and informative look at one of nature's wonderful and often terribly abused creatures - the horse - and the extremely dedicated people who rescue, rehabilitate, and provide sanctuary for them. Respect, humor, and thoughtful reflections upon the horses' point of view combine to make a thoroughly fascinating assortment of anecdotes from a wonderful writer and true animal lover. I highly recommend it to anyone who cares about animals.

Momentary Reflections from a Shattered Mirror (Short Story) - 9/29/2009 2:58:59 AM
thankyou I enjoyed that it was touchng and sweet . that struck a nerve in me I lost a dog about year earlier,keep writing.......

The Truth About Cats And Dogs (Short Story) - 6/19/2009 4:05:01 AM
Richard, what a wonderful story. I've been telling everyone that all of my life, but not as well as you did!

Wipe Out (Short Story) - 10/15/2008 3:58:30 PM
Oh my! FUNNY reading. Still laughing at..I mean with you. CarolHawks

The Smell of a Horse (Short Story) - 7/17/2008 10:54:14 AM
I can taste the cookies. Deliciously written! JMD

We The People (Short Story) - 11/26/2007 1:52:32 AM
You are so right. There were only three things that protected this country and kept it free. God, Our Constitution, and our children. God has been banned from our schools, government, courthouse and even our places of business. "Our" politicians consider our Constitution to be an outdated document that needs to be reinterpreted to conform to "The Modern World." And this in what they teach our children in school. I'm afraid the worst of our enemies aren't the ones that shooting at us, because they can never win when America is strong. I'm afraid the worst of our enemies are among us, sneaking around, chipping away at what makes this country strong and The Greatest County on Earth.

The Smell of a Horse (Short Story) - 11/11/2007 11:56:33 AM
Beautiful! I could feel the moment.

And the Thunder Rolls (Short Story) - 10/15/2007 6:08:13 AM
Excellent! Totally describes how the mind of a donkey works! "Don't you know I'm out here??!!" Loved it!

Wipe Out (Short Story) - 5/26/2007 10:42:14 PM
I laughed my as......tail off. Great read...

The Smell of a Horse (Short Story) - 3/11/2007 6:22:47 AM
beautiful, especially the line, "the aroma of horse wrapped me in its warmth-beautiful to me-

And the Thunder Rolls (Short Story) - 6/12/2006 8:07:33 PM
Good laugh, now, WHERE YOU BEEN, YOUNG LADY...!? Stop by the den every now and then...Ed & Rufuz (Rene' got a beautiful new horse, with the best personality name of Dreamer) Hope to hear from you soonest...E & R

The Truth About Cats And Dogs (Short Story) - 5/26/2005 8:06:50 AM
enjoyed the read

Wipe Out (Short Story) - 5/26/2005 8:04:09 AM
enjoyed the read

New Lamps For Old (Short Story) - 4/29/2005 10:42:46 AM
Nice comparison with Aladdin's Lamp. Glad Daisy found a home with you.

Tomorrow (Short Story) - 2/28/2005 8:30:05 AM
well done

And the Thunder Rolls (Short Story) - 2/28/2005 8:28:51 AM
chuckle.

Under the Mistletoe (Short Story) - 2/28/2005 8:27:31 AM
enjoyed the read

The Smell of a Horse (Short Story) - 2/28/2005 8:24:09 AM
enjoyed the read. my vet, or the farrier no longer raise their eyebrows when I tell Shadow and Cimmaron 'mama made bisquits this morning, if you stand still you can have one'

Love Tethers (Short Story) - 1/14/2005 12:27:29 PM
I don't know how I missed this one...I thought I'd read all of your stories Carol. This one was incredibly sweet. Told by a heart that feels so much. Blessings, Michelle (I miss seeing your work!!)

New Lamps For Old (Short Story) - 9/28/2004 4:20:50 PM
There is a special place in heaven for you. Unfortunately for Daisy's previous family, they have no clue what unconditional love is. I feel sorry for them. Thank God Daisy got the good home she deserves. Many Blessings to you.

Wipe Out (Short Story) - 9/20/2004 6:39:15 PM
I just recently cut off about 6 or 7 inches of growth because it got hooked on something while I slept, got pissed off and just cut it off myself...doesn't look that good but I can sympathize...I always look forward to reading anything you write...Stay happy, Ed, Rene & Rufuz

Wipe Out (Short Story) - 9/20/2004 3:37:13 PM
Oh my gosh!!! My sides are aching from laughing at the picture this evoked in my mind. Poor you! Carol, it's delightful to read another one of your wonderful stories. I've missed ya!!! Michelle

Wipe Out (Short Story) - 9/20/2004 8:30:41 AM
oh, dear! funny write, but not so funny for you! yikes! thanks for sharing! (((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in burleson, karen lynn. :D

First Impressions (Short Story) - 9/8/2004 4:04:28 AM
So beautiful, Carol, again I missed it when it first came out, but no more...I look forward to more and more from you dear friend, Rene sends her best as does Sinders, our horse & Rufuz sends licky kisses to his auntie Carol (woof)...Find Peace, as I think you have, Ed, Rene & rufuz (w00f)

Fancy Free (Short Story) - 9/8/2004 3:53:16 AM
Carol, I am not sure how I miss your stories, but now that you are definitely on my tracker listing, I should get them when you write them or soon after and I look forward to them greatly... This one is sad but great the way it ends, besides the horse spewing water, I would have thought a quick to the groin would have made James better off, poor guy doesnt know what he has when he has it and wont know till long afterwards what he has lost...! Hooray for Meredith, she has broken her restraints and done so with class! Keep Peace in your Heart, Ed & Rufuz

The Truth About Cats And Dogs (Short Story) - 8/31/2004 1:52:28 PM
Very provoking piece, and the precocious wisdom is impressive

And A Child Shall Lead Them (Article) - 2/18/2007 9:23:23 AM
Very heartfelt. Although our cat was born in our house, and our family has always kept pets, I have learned that we cannot make them happy, and they are often in danger because of our inability to communicate with them. I have decided that it is best to keep a bird feeder with water and a bird house rather than to have pets. Then we are assured that we do not interfere or enter fear in their lives.

And A Child Shall Lead Them (Article) - 1/2/2007 7:10:17 PM
beautiful-my eyes are full

Disposable Commodity (Article) - 1/2/2007 6:52:16 PM
thank you, thank you thank you-i too have seen this scenario all too many times-thank you

Arabian at the Crossroads (Article) - 1/2/2007 6:47:24 PM
thank you for sharing the important stories here-kudo's--as a horse lover, trainer, rescuer, lesson giver ...you name it--thank you again

Open Letter to the Senate (Article) - 4/28/2005 9:58:31 AM
There is no money and no votes in this issue so they do not care they are too usy attacking each other covering up illegal activity the senate of the USA is in turmoil Democrats would rather filibuster than get anything done people are busy with michael jackson and that ilk they do not care about anything hell they dont't care about fetus rights or sexual abuse why would they care about horses

Look at Me (Article) - 4/28/2005 9:54:23 AM
Your use of words is exquisite

And A Child Shall Lead Them (Article) - 8/26/2004 8:21:05 PM
This is beautifully written. The description of the horses paints such a picture. To read about the tightness of fear and feel it yourself speaks to your abilities, Carol. I like to think that Sarah provided that chink in the armor that allowed trust of people to become a part of the recent rescue herd's consciousness. It must be amazing to see. I imagine the transformation for the horses, having only witnessed this with dogs. I appreciate you sharing this part of the rescue world. It's foreign territory for me, and achingly beautiful and somehow sadly familiar.

Disposable Commodity (Article) - 8/26/2004 6:50:28 PM
I'm so glad you're writing the story of those that can not speak. I read your open letter to the senate before I found this website. Your words are powerful and they speak the truth. Thank you for doing this so eloquently. I can only hope more people listen.

Look at Me (Article) - 7/17/2004 9:32:19 AM
Wonderful write, Carol! Keep on championing the causes for our equine friends; they (and we) are better off because of caring people like you! God bless you, Carol! (((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Burleson, Karen Lynn. :D

Look at Me (Article) - 7/17/2004 7:08:52 AM
What a lovely story and I'm so glad you had such a great time there. It was a delight to read and feel for a moment the joy that was yours.

Help Our Soldiers Overseas With Requests (Article) - 6/30/2004 2:57:16 AM
good info

Help Our Soldiers Overseas With Requests (Article) - 6/26/2004 8:08:50 AM
I have sent a donation via pay pal and I will get some books ready for them also. Thanks for the timely reminder for our troops that are at war and need to hear from us and that we are all backing them in their fight for Iraq's freedom.

Open Letter to the Senate (Article) - 6/23/2004 10:14:43 AM
Carol, Extremely well written letter and I agree with every word. Best

Open Letter to the Senate (Article) - 6/19/2004 4:19:29 AM
we have horses too, i hate wanton killing of any critters, human or otherwise

Open Letter to the Senate (Article) - 6/15/2004 1:36:38 PM
Carol, Your letter is interesting. I applaud you passion. Out of curiosity, do you have the same passion for ending the killing of millions of babies that are aborted each year so that abortionist can line their pockets. I really don't mean this critically. Generally speaking, I have found that people who have an outcry against killing animals don't share the same passion for stopping the killing of babies. Love to know how you feel, Danny R. Von Kanel

Open Letter to the Senate (Article) - 6/15/2004 10:09:32 AM
i hope they get your message and put an end to this senseless slaughter! thanks for caring for our equine friends; god bless you! and your horse friends! they need our help too! (((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in burleson, karen lynn. :( >tears <

Open Letter to the Senate (Article) - 6/15/2004 7:09:35 AM
Truly hope many hear your message, Carol. Humanity has become far to callous and uncaring regarding all our nonhuman neighbors.

Open Letter to the Senate (Article) - 6/14/2004 8:48:57 PM
I shall demand that my reps and senators vote in favor of this Act, You are right the time is now to protect our horses.

The Kiss Of Death (Article) - 6/12/2004 8:32:44 AM
More than heartbreaking and heartwrenching, it should be a crime not only in this country but world wide...but I think that until a viable alternative to the use of horses and other animals for food, that people will accept (which is the crux of the problem, I think),then we will continue to eat that which we would not eat if we knew we were eating it, if that makes any sense...? Peace, dear lady, Ed & rufuz (PS, my notifications thingy has not worked in quite sometime, so if I miss something you have written, feel free to email it to me or just send me a message with the news of your newest writes, okay)

Politics Makes Me See Red (Article) - 6/12/2004 8:25:58 AM
Living in a motorhome, I don't even have a table, used, it is for my computer...so I have no such problems...Rufuz and I share the sofa for dinner together...Peace thru Humor, Ed & rufuz

The Kiss Of Death (Article) - 6/7/2004 11:57:50 AM
Heart-wrenching - an eye opener!

The Kiss Of Death (Article) - 5/29/2004 12:24:15 PM
heartbreaking! :( (((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in burleson, karen lynn.

And A Child Shall Lead Them (Article) - 4/26/2004 6:40:24 PM
Okay, Carol, it took me some time to get around to reading this and I am certainly glad I did so...I have tears, I truly do, hard to believe as horses and I have not been on too good terms throughout my life, till I met Rene's horse, Sinders...But anyone that does not cry at something as beautiful as this, is without feeling...wish you were closer, I would like to see this sanctuary, and I bet Rene would be willing to volunteer there, as she is not working right not...hell I could help too, but what I would do I have no idea, talk to them the horses is about my only redeeming ability, as I have not dealt with them to any great degree...this is a wonderful story, wish I had read it sooner...Peace to all your Horses...and you and your family, Ed & Rufuz

Politics Makes Me See Red (Article) - 4/25/2004 8:03:03 AM
I used to love Ketchup, but I'm thinking of soaking the label off the bottle so my dinner table does not turn into the "War of the Roses - Red" Carol

Politics Makes Me See Red (Article) - 4/25/2004 5:35:41 AM
Love Ketchup