Louis: Diamond Omi

Swaps1955 · Postby **Swaps1955** » Sat Nov 12, 2005 9:14 am

Hi, Louis,

I'd read a week or so that Diamond Omi (Baffert's Breeders Cup Juvenile Filly) was very sick and at Chino Valley Vet Clinic. Have you heard anything? Love her and hope she recuperates well--though a serious illness like that can frequently compromise their future.

Thanks.

Wendy

louis finochio · Postby **louis finochio** » Sun Nov 13, 2005 8:10 am

Baffert said that she was fighting for her life, as she came down with a bad respitory virus after the BC.

I will ask Baf on Monday how she is doing.

Swaps1955 · Postby **Swaps1955** » Sun Nov 13, 2005 8:31 am

Thanks, Louis. I'll look forward to finding out. You often read of the problem, but not what the outcome is. She is a lovely filly.

louis finochio · Postby **louis finochio** » Mon Nov 14, 2005 2:49 pm

Baffert said his filly is still fighting for her life. Lets use the power of prayers to bring her back.

Swaps1955 · Postby **Swaps1955** » Mon Nov 14, 2005 4:45 pm

Thank you, Louis. What a shame. She is such a lovely filly. All my best thoughts and hopes for her.

Heidilady · Postby **Heidilady** » Wed Nov 16, 2005 2:58 pm

In terms of public info on Bloodhorse.com,etc. is no news good news? I mean if we don't hear that she's been put down then she's still fighting and has a shot right? Anybody have an idea how long it takes to recover from this stage if you're going to in fact recover?

louis finochio · Postby **louis finochio** » Wed Nov 16, 2005 6:31 pm

I would think the next few days will be a turning point. DO is a fighter so I would have to say she will beat the virus.

When people or animals give up and let go its over. DO is a fighter as Baf said, Hang in DO as we are sending are prayers and positive thoughts.

I will inquire about DO on Thursday and post it.

Heidilady · Postby **Heidilady** » Wed Nov 16, 2005 6:49 pm

Louis,

I just wanted to thank you so much not only for keeping us up on this but other injuries and illnesses. I know they tell you not to get sentimental about a horse but sometimes it particularly matters to know how a certain one's doing.

I'm so glad she's a fighter. Can you please tell Baffert that a lot of us are rooting really hard for her here and over at the ESPN board and are praying that she'll be okay? Sort of adds to the 'I'm not alone' feeling that they might feel as a barn because we're in it with them, even if it's just in spirit. Thanks.

louis finochio · Postby **louis finochio** » Thu Nov 17, 2005 2:37 pm

Baffert's foreman Pasqual said DO is doing ok now, and is expected to make a full recovery. Thanks for the info Pasqual.

nferro9925 · Postby **nferro9925** » Thu Nov 17, 2005 7:18 pm

Thank you Louis.

Heidilady · Postby **Heidilady** » Thu Nov 17, 2005 8:03 pm

Yay!

I'm so glad. I hope we get to see her kick butt next year. What a tough gal.

louis finochio · Postby **louis finochio** » Fri Nov 18, 2005 11:31 am

At 0300 Diamond Omi passed away

Swaps1955 · Postby **Swaps1955** » Fri Nov 18, 2005 12:29 pm

I can't begin to tell you how sad I am at this news. What a brave battle she put up. She will certainly be remembered in the hearts and love of those who watched her run. A beautiful, golden-copper comet whose streak through time was much too brief.

Tairaterces · Postby **Tairaterces** » Fri Nov 18, 2005 1:58 pm

louis finochio wrote:At 0300 Diamond Omi passed away

Rest in peace sweet little girl.

Tairaterces
:cry:

Heidilady · Postby **Heidilady** » Fri Nov 18, 2005 2:37 pm

I'm just sort of numb. She was such a beautiful girl. My heart goes out to everyone at that barn. I'm sure they're devastated.