November 18th, 2008 saw Ruth and I visiting the set of Chelsea Lately, the Chelsea Handler late night E! channel show, where we met with the 17″ tall horse, Thumbelina and his wonderful handler and mentor, Michael Goessling. Chelsea’s side-kick, Chuy, is a midget, and it seemed a natural fit for he and this dear little horse to get together. They had filmed some fantastic inserts in advance of the two of them frolicking, and bonding, culminating in Chuy reading a bed-time story to Thumby. You can see her at www.worldssmallesthorse.com. We at McCartney.com run her fanclub, i.e. at www.ifanz.com, where we collect email addresses of people who wish to be kept up to date with her activities. Michael takes her in the Thumbymobile to visit sick children, hospitals, old people’s homes etc. where her therapeutic value is incredible. She is the most adorable little creature, and took her on-camera appearances without any problems.
At the end of the show, Chelsea, Chuy and Thumbelina did a photo shoot in preparation for a Holiday card, with Christmas tree, and an electric Menorah in deference to Chelsea’s Jewish faith. It was an enchanting occasion.
