Guestbook

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Jan 27, 2012

We have heard your call & joined your fight! Not only did we sign the petition and donate, we have put a banner on our homepage for others to click and sign/donate to your cause as well. I hope it helps direct many loving, horse people to your site. Keep up the good work and let us know what we can do!! www.windgatesaddlery.com

lil
Jan 16, 2012

hi -i am looking for a way to contribute to the horses. please email me with your emailaddy and i will read all your faq on the site. good start!

Kathy O'Donnell
Jan 13, 2012

You are a shining example of humanity. "The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated."  Gandhi  

Barbara Henley
Jan 12, 2012

Madeleine, in a world where the rich seem to lavish on themselves obscene luxuries, it is refreshing to see someone who is using their riches as a echo of God's sense of compassion and mercy. I applaud your tireless efforts into this noble cause, my daughter in Washington State owns one of these gentle Mustangs and although never broke he will allow my 3 year old granddaughter to ride him without even a flicker of his withers. I have been unable however to find where you ranch is, or information on how to visit. Perhaps the information has been right under my nose and I just haven't seen it, but could you please send me information and costs for visiting your ranch? Thank you so much for what you are doing, Barbara Henley

132632720848
Jan 11, 2012

Dear Mrs. Madeleine Pickens, You have made an indelible mark on the world of living animals, especially horses, and their one-of-a-kind age-old bond between human and horse. Your contribution to equine safety and protection is the heart and soul of every horse lover. Your commitment to nurturing them and prioritizing their comfort and wellbeing is designed to ensure that the horses enjoy their lives. We should pay close attention to the horses to ensure that every request of them is respectful of what they are ready to offer. We all must have patience, trust, as well as a genuine sense of caring to inevitably strengthen and support our horses.

Helen Tiseth
Jan 11, 2012

Dear, Madeleine I viewed a news report on your effort to save the wild mustangs and I found your website. I can understand why you put so much effort into this. I love wild horses and in my lifetime i was only blessed once to care and cherish one. In 1982 I was 18 years old in the Air Force and stationed in Clovis NM. A military friend had orders to leave and gave me his Reservation Pony. I called her "Ginger Wildfire" she was only about 14 hands but had a huge spirit. In Gingers lifetime before we met she roamed NM Wildly then was put into a rescue, until her first owner obtained her. I had heard through the grapevine that the person who broke her did so with abuse of a water hose. Now, I have to tell you I am from Texas but from the city limits of San Antonio. The closest I had ever come to riding a horse was at the corner store and I had to pay a quarter. LOL As a new airman In the Air Force I only made minimum wage so with no trailer available I had to ride and walk "Ginger Wildfire" over 12 miles to get her to the stables by the Air Force Base. I rode her Bareback, and she rode pretty gentle then when we got to the Highway she decided to show me her impression of a mule. LOL As I started to walk her across the 4 lane highway she got about halfway when she took the Mule stance. I bet it was the funniest site for anyone to see. There I was at only 5'2 inches in height and weighing 110 lbs yanking, pushing, and pulling my onery little mule headed horse across the road. I had to rent and electric fence pen with a small shelter in the far back of the stables. At the time it is what I could afford. Months passed and Ginger Wildfire and I became so close, she trusted me. Madeleine, wild horses are amazing and intelligent. They never lose their spirit. Everyday when I came to see Ginger I parked in the front of the land, there was a stable and rodeo arena between us that blocked her view from me. Nonetheless all I had to do was whistle and she would start to neigh and run around back and forth looking until she saw me, I think she loved me as much as I loved her. Amazing I say because "Ginger Wildfire" could play hide and go seek with me. There were a few Huge yucca plants in her corral. I would tell her to stay and take off to hide behind the plants. I would whistle and she would come running from plant to plant looking for me. We had a special bond. She did get into mischief. There were numerous time the horse stable owner would call me at work and tell me Ginger was out of her corral. I would have to leave work, most of the time I found her hanging around the stables with other horses. I would lead her back to her corral. Her gate was always still locked. I opened it and lead her in, then I'd walk the whole corral trying to figure out HOW she escaped. Madeleine, Wild Horses are INTELLIGENT. One day after I took her back in the pen I hid by the stables and watched. Now I told you the fence was electric, all but the metal long gate that I locked. In New Mexico the ground is desert red sand. Ginger would lay down on her side, back towards the fence. There was a dip under the fence. She would then proceed to shimmy back and forth until she made it UNDER the fence. Then she would stand Up and head to the stable. LOL Months later I found out why she visited the stable. I walked into the pen one day and there stood a mini version....a little stud I called TEXAS Wildfire. Oh Boy I had a lot to learn about Horses. I have so Much More to say about this beautiful creature and her baby that God Blessed in my life, but I know you have a mission to work on. One day these stories will all be in a book. I am Now a Retired 100 % Disabled veteran. My partner and I have 2 children. There is one Place I always took them to go visit every year. Yes, New Mexico. I wanted them to see the beauty of the land and I always had a story of Ginger and Texas Wildfire to tell them about. I guess I wanted them to understand my experiences in life. Three years ago We all went to Cloudcroft NM so I could let them snow tube in the National Forest. That late afternoon as we were descending the mountain a car up ahead braked hard on a curve. I slowed thinking there was an accident. As we crept around the sharp curve, there in the road was the most beautiful sight I had ever seen. There Madeleine, standing in the icy road surrounded by snow and majestic mountainside, was a HERD of Wild Horses!! I stopped the car, and we all leaned out the windows for a better look, I was in awe. the genuine beauty of them was more than I can describe. Smoke poured from their nostrils then in the next moment the lead stallion reared his head and popped his tail and they were off running full speed through the snow, a white cloud of dust flying behind them. A tear came to my eye as I thought of My Sweet Ginger and Texas, whom many years before I had to leave behind. I pray you can save these beautiful creatures. I will post your sight on my Facebook. Wild Mustangs have a friend in you INDEED. You are a blessing in that being blessed with finances that you can lead a great fight to save an American Wild Mustang (Horse). God Bless You Sincerely, Helen Tiseth USAF RET DAV (Troiboizlife)

Christina Warm
Jan 11, 2012

Hello, people outside the USA can not sign. Can you change this??? Greetings from Germany Christina

Mike Carpenter
Jan 11, 2012

Dear Ms Pickens, Saving America Mustangs- Last year BLM had a TV show on PBS on the problems on management and costs of its western lands. I use for recreation not for any ranching. Part of the show was on horses, it was sided as it gave only the problems and not the history of the west or the importance the horse stills plays in Americana. It showed how expensive it was to use Helicopters to round up the horses. May I suggest, adding a twist to the BLM/ranchers -- as to win a war sometimes it is wise to engage an enemy as a friend in smaller battles. BLM and the ranchers would jump on the save the horse if it was beneficial to them? Let me give you an example. The buffalo had no purpose until it became a part of what a free American stood for. The ranch owners could not stop public opinion. NO one had any use for Geronimo until public opinion changed from him being an enemy to one of a strong independent fighting hero. I can almost guarantee that even the Paiute Indian would embrace the horse if they could see the financial gain and prestige that a few changes would bring if the horse was adapted “into” instead of being rejected. Am example here is the Native American or Indian gambling casino. As soon as the opinion changed it all was suddenly necessary. I am not in politics or anything of that nature but I am a careful observer of peoples attitudes. In 1971 the BLM only changed its policy on the shooting and poisoning mustangs because of public opinion. They fought such change because of a few vocal ranch owners. When I mention the western or wild horses very few know of or understand what it means as part of America, part of all of us. I truly hope you succeed as it is our history, everything from this moment on is all based on keeping our history fresh which includes our wild lands the horses alive and in our hearts. Even Ford still uses this metaphor to sell trucks. Mike Carpenter from Arizona

STAR HUNT
Jan 11, 2012

Dear Madaline and all horse rescuers, I am so glad that there are still people out there who care about these animals. I can not stand to see the fear in the horses eyes as they are being rounded up.I will never understand why people can be so cruel to animals and not care. These are Gods creatures and the fact that humans could care less makes me sick.If the horses could talk they would say thank you. I hope you will continue the fight to keep them were they belong in the wild and on your sanctuary.

Clarence Gordon
Jan 11, 2012

I would appreciate if you would tell me how I can help, I would love to become activley involved.

Paula Hendrix
Jul 21, 2011

I was very lucky to have met Travis aka "Alligator" as I left the races yesterday. It was truly Serendipitous as it was the highlight of the day! Talking to him about the Mustangs made me think of the horse sculptures in Las Colinas, TX. I lived there a long time ago and couldn't remember what kind of horses they were so I came home and Googled it and they are Mustangs! I'm sure you have heard of them and how beautiful they are (http://www.mustangsoflascolinas.com/History.html) but I can't wait to see what your monument will be. Thank you for doing this for our Mustangs.

Kendal
Jul 13, 2011

If only everyone could be as kind.

Janet Walsh-National Anthem Singer
Jul 05, 2011

Hi it was great to meet you yesterday at the CC. So great to meet someone with so much focus and passion! Keep on keepin' on sister! Save the horses! And I'm going to find out from my cousin in OK what ranch it was she vacationed at! Her daughter is going to Vet School in OK to be a Large Animal Vet this is her first year and we are very proud of her! Congrats for such a worthy cause! xoxo;) Janet

130884235512
Jun 23, 2011

madeleine pickens for president!! hooray!!

Sylvia from Chicago
Jun 20, 2011

Madeleine Pickens, I know there are a lot of people working and supporting your vision. I applaud YOUR drive, energy and commitment to leading this mission. I ask God to continue to give you strength and guidance and keep you in good care. I have always been passionate about horses and their gentle spirits and amazing powerful strength. These beautiful creatures don't use their powerful strength to fight back. It hurts to see them just try to flee and take this awful abuse with such fear and horrific trauma. They stand in over-crowded hot metal pens, in horrible heat with no shade, being abused and afraid, without any proper care or proper nourishment. They just stand and wait... and wait for 2-3 years. Yes, wait while so called decision-makers discuss it over an expensive lunch and a fancy cocktail for 2-3 minutes (lunch write-off justified). What kind of "human" who holds a position to make this stop actually goes to bed every night without shame? I am so disgusted to know that those same humans are well aware of the MANY contributions to our country made by horses. Humans even made them fight and die with us in war; and these innocent creatures did so... very obediently. Now they are rounded up and abused and treated so horribly. I was NEVER exposed to any of this activity until today, Madeleine. You bet I cried. And you bet I'm mad. Anger, however, is wasted energy. I want you to know I saw and heard your call, Madeleine. I have little to offer to make this stop, BUT I do have a voice... unlike our precious horses. Thank you for educating so many of us, Madeleine. I am left with the question, "How can ANY human abuse such innocent flight animals who have given us so much?" I am trying to stay positive. For today, I can only take a very deep breadth, ignore some pretty damn ugly human behavior, and try hard to visualize these beautiful healthy horses running free with their precious little babies! It will be tough to sleep tonight as my thoughts are racing. Thank you for the opportunity to thank you and your good soul and kind spirit, Madeleine. You are making a difference and standing up on their behalf. Thank you so much for all that you do and have already accomplished. Sincerely, Sylvia from Chicago

Rebeccca Hilton
Jun 20, 2011

M, Favebook has the above addy. However,candlemaker@embarqmail.com is needing to speak about GRAND IDEA and about working in Elko...Doing what exactly. Phone 7026435969. Hoping this is kept seperate. What happened in Reno today? SOmebody asked me nut. I am unaware. WHat else can I do for the Mustangs and working for you too? Let us talk so we can find the best positin for me. XOXOXO You ARE THE VERY SPIRIT of THE MUSTANG and that spirit is strong running through your veins. God has Blessed You. I need to be at the highest involved on your site. (I hope this does NOT get on Facebook. It is personal. Saving the Mustangs is my PASSION as well. I understand deeply. I wish I could share my poen to you not on the net. XOXOXOXO I WILL NEVER STOP. WE ARE THE "VOICE" for "OUR" Mustangs. R

Shelley
Jun 19, 2011

Such a beautiful sight to see the first mustangs released at Mustang Monument. It was amazing to watch their desire to be free was stronger than their need to eat at that moment. Bless you Madeleine for all your hard work for these beautiful, strong animals and we pray they will be joined by many more.

Judy Schumann
Jun 18, 2011

We are not fighting the US Government, we are the government and that is why this project is moving forward. Our voices are being heard and it took time. Do not fight, speak your mind. It should never be a fight. Congratulations to all of the US citizens, finally showing a spirit!

Michele Sullivan
Jun 18, 2011

I knew it would take money, commitment and guts to fight the U.S. Government. Thank God you have all three. Thank your husband too, for all his support. I look forward to visiting the sanctuary someday. From: Michele, Las Vegas Nevada

Adrienne Hall
Jun 16, 2011

I SENT A POEM ENTITLED "AUTUMN THUNDER" TO EXPRESS MY FEELING ABOUT MUSTANGS. THEY ARE PART OF OUR COUNTRY'S HERITAGE AND SHOULD BE PROTECTED. THANKS FOR ALL YOUR ORGANIZATION DOES. ADRIENNE

130814569020
Jun 15, 2011

Madeleine and the Saving America's Mustangs team has had my full support since the beginning. The grace and strength with which you act on behalf of our wild horses is a mirror reflection of the majestic creatures themselves. We are proud and grateful to have you leading the way on this multi-leveled journey Madeleine; I stand solidly behind you in action and intention. I cannot wait to bring my niece to Mustang Monument one day! Thank you for being who you are and doing what you are meant to do.

130799765936
Jun 13, 2011

Thank you for what you do for the Mustangs. We at TrueBlueAnimalRescue.org intake BLM horses and neglected horses every day. It takes all of us to help these blessed creatures. Adopting a horse is love in Action.

Mary
Jun 11, 2011

In the summer of 2010, near Craig, Colorado, I had the great pleasure of seeing small herds of mustangs while on vacation. It was through that experience that I found out of the plight of the mustangs. Thank you, Madeline, and God Bless you for never giving up the fight to save their lives. What kind of world would we have without these wonderful creatures!

Angie
Jun 07, 2011

Madeleine, I had tears flowing down my cheeks as I watched the video of the first mustangs released at the Eco-Sanctuary. What an incredible day it must have been for you. Thank you for caring, for creating this for our mustangs, and for never giving up the fight for them. You are my hero.

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Jun 06, 2011

Cheers to the day thy can all remain free !!