Good Morning,
Today is such an inspirational day! It is the Professional Business Women of California Conference. Dottie has been working with Linda from this organization for months now. I have been asked to KICK-OFF the INSPIRE part of the conference. I wanted to share this news with my dear friend, Michael Cline. He is one I often discuss my various situations with at Lane’s End. He helps me out SO MUCH!
Ann, Dawn (my vet for years) and Dottie are all flying to San Francisco to attend and participate in the events. It is very exciting. They are going to introduce me and some of my accomplishments, play some video which will illustrate the highlights of my racing career and then have some additional speakers reviewing so many of my charitable efforts and professional achievements. This is such a FABULOUS DAY!
From what Dottie has told me, they have NEVER honored a horse at this level before this. I am so EXCITED. This is ABSOLUTELY TOO CUTE!
It is so wonderful to be considered in this light…as one who can INSPIRE! This means the world to ME! I have tried to do my best, work hard, and achieve at a high level…but often this is not enough.
You must always strive to do more. To be your VERY BEST, to do your VERY BEST, and achieve at the highest levels….takes great work and dedication. I am extremely proud that people realize I also needed to put forth a GREAT EFFORT, lots of hard TRAINING, and total DEDICATION to achieve my goals! I never gave up….I just kept working hard! It is great to be recognized for what one has achieved!
The Conference is totally SOLD OUT! There will be approximately 6000 people attending the 3 sessions that are being held today…with everyone returning to the main convention center for the INSPIRE portion. I KICK it off with the help of Carolyn Johnson from ABC San Francisco. Then Isabel Allende will speak. She is an international author. The final speaker will be America Ferraro who earned an Emmy for her role in Ugly Betty.
Connect, Explore, Inspire…these are the 3 topics for the Conference. It should be an amazing program and I am extremely grateful to be a part of the entire presentation.
In some way, I hope I can touch the hearts and souls of some of these people. I hope to ENCOURAGE THEM TO SEEK A NEW CHALLENGE and to BE THE BEST THEY CAN BE! DON’T EVER GIVE UP! My motto is to KEEP WORKING HARD, DO YOUR VERY BEST, AND NEVER LET THE THOUGHTS OF OTHERS INTERFERE WITH YOUR PROGRESS, ABILITY TO MEET YOUR GOALS, AND YOUR ABILITY TO HAVE A POSITIVE SELF-CONCEPT!
ALWAYS STRIVE TO MOVE FORWARD AND TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN WHATEVER YOU DO!
Hooves Crossed!
With Love,
Hugs to All~
Z
Sharon in Seattle
Amen, Zenny, amen!!
Becky
Queen Z: I was SOOOOOOO close to you last Thursday (we were at Lane’s End, getting a tour of the Stallion Barn). We were visiting for the day, and visited Aragorn, the sire of one of our colts. We blew you BIG KISSES across the farm! I hope you got them! We have such fond memories of our last visit with you at Barn 55! You are near and dear to our hearts, and we LOVE YOU TO THE MOON AND BACK!!! xoxoxoxo
Lauren
Dear Zenny – what a beautiful post. You inspire me in so many ways. Your wonderful spirit and your love for life is so great. You and your family give so much of yourselves to so many – it is truly so inspiring. I wish everyone much success at the conference. I know you are going to be fabulous. Love you beautiful girl. Have a blessed day.
Fran
What a wonderful honor Z, and I am so proud of you. A very special day indeed. It is beautiful here in CA after the wind, rain, hail and lightening we had yesterday. Have a wonderful rest of the day z. xxoo
Charlie
Awh Zenny you totally deserve it sweet girl!! Have fun i’m sure you will look gorgeous!!
luvscritters
You go, girl!!! Literally!
Judy Maass Gadwood Adores Zenny ~ CA
Quote: “From what Dottie has told me, they have NEVER honored a horse at this level before this. I am so
EXCITED. This is ABSOLUTELY TOO CUTE!”
NOT TO US!!!! You have inspired us for years, Queen Z! You inspire us for many reasons. Just another feather in your famous “cap”, Sweetie!
BTW I’ve been accused (lovingly) of stalking Team Zenyatta LOL, but, honestly, I just happened to go for the other diary and this one was there ;-)
And, I will ALWAYS say hello to any of them whenever I see them at the track! :-) They are the best of the best! XO
I will always sign off with:
HUGS & KISSES MY QUEEN XOXOXOXOXO
Heather Culross
Congratulations Z! You should be honored for all of your hard work and dedication. We all need to follow your example of what being a lady and the queen really means.
Much love to you Z!!!
Susan in TN
You have me crying today, Zenny-but in a good way! I know that Ann, Dawn and Dottie will do you proud as you have done them proud for so long. Love you.
Pam Zacek,
Wow, what an honor, and you always, worked, hard, but made it look so easy, coming from way behind, and going like a bullet, so, you can say, what an honor for sure, I hope, everyone, enjoys, and see what you have acclomished, from the begining, especially, with all you team to have so many people appreciate, Dottie, and all the charitys, you help out, good for you for sure, I wish i could attend one of those special, meeting, AMEN is so TRUE< Have a great day girl, you deserve the BEST of the BEST. and all who attend, will see the results, I still will say, TRAINER< OWNERS, AND YOU GIRL, THE WHOLE TEAM EFFORT, SHOULD GET SO MANY HONORS.
Sheri
How cool Zenyatta! Trust me, you have already made a HUGE impact on so many people! You deserve this! Im glad you’re doing well! Love you Zenny!!!! :D
Susan in TN
P.S. love the photo of you and Michael!
Lynette Lucas
Zenny – Congratulations!!! I think it is great you being honored for all your hard work dedication!! You are the best!! Love you!! Hugs and Kisses from Roswell,NM!!
suew
Zenny…if only you could lead the world it would be a much better place. Inspire is a wonderful word to describe YOU…that’s exactly what you have done for thousands of people around the globe.
I love the picture of you and Mike. My, you do love to give kisses!
NorCalFan#1
You fit the title of this conference to a “T,” or rather to a “Z!” All business, totally focused, and the ultimate professional on the tracks of CALIFORNIA and beyond…but absolutely gracious, loving, and a beautiful joy to behold after crossing that wire! Congratulations for this well-deserved recognition, Zenny! You (and all the lovely, gracious women that surround you) will always be an inspiration to us. I hope they have a wonderful time in SUNNY San Francisco today!
Kathy B.
Congratulations Zenny on such a big accomplishment. I wanted to let you know my sister in FL told me a story about her coworker who has never seen a live horserace but knew all about you! You truly have and continue to inspire people everywhere in all walks of life. My sister is planning to take a group from work to Tampa Bay Downs when they have live racing again….and thanks to you and your team for keeping you healthy. Best of luck on Mommyhood!!!
tony
Zenny…IF only there were more people like you in the world…what an amazing place it would be. I hope the ladies attending the conference are inspired by YOU. How could they not be? Thanks for another glimpse into your life.
Jane Wade
So true Zenyatta! You inspire so many!
Jo in CO
Congratulations on this deserving honor, Z! I hope Ann, Dawn and Dottie have a wonderful time representing you. You always touch the hearts and souls of those around you and those in your amazing orbit. Love and hugs to Z and Team Zenyatta ~ Jo
Misty
Reading your diary post brought tears to my eyes Zenny….you are THE BEST!! So inspirational! It’s touching how many people surround you with love. :D
Abby W
oh Z everything is opening up to you, you get to kick off a convention. I don’t think any other racehorse could do that. You have been my favorite racehorse
Nicole Tufano
Well Done Zenyatta! Well Said,Zenyatta.
Katie Clawson
Zenny, you have inspired me just by readig this!!
Love, Katie(jockey world)
Leslie R.
Hi Zenny, congratulations on the big honor! You are an inspiration to all!! I hope Ann, Dawn and Dottie all have a fantastic time.
Love to all,
Leslie
Cathy P
That is so nice of you to be able to inspire people Zenny. You inspire me to do my best, and in these time with the economy and the employment the way it is thank you for up lifting my spirits. I wish I knew about the Conference I would have loved to gone, I live in the bay area and to hear Dottie talk about you would have been very nice to hear. Love you with all my heart Zenny. With Lots of love and Big Hugs
Elaine Connors
A more deserving “woman” does not exist! Kudos to you for the honor and kudos to them for realizing how worthy of this honor you are. You are an inspiration to all who come in contact with you via TV, Facebook and those really lucky ones who get to see you in person. Much love, congratulations, and here’s hoping this time next year you’re a Mom yourself. There won’t be a better one.
Kathy Baldwin
So very proud of you Zenny and all of your
special “Connections”! :)
Inspire is what you have always done for so
many of us! :)
Love & Blessings,
Kathy from SoCal xoxo
sue
Well said, Zenny. You are my inspiration!
Love & Hugs,
Sue
Candace
Beyond awesome! The girl trio of Z, Dottie and Mrs. Moss is one of the most powerful in the racing world and business in general. GIRL POWER!!!!!!!
Pamela J Hebert
Zenny you’ve got me crying again today. What an inspirational post this is from who else but you!!! Do you think you could share the video that is going to shown of all your accomplishments? I know I would love to see it. Thank you Dottie for such a beautiful post. Love from Pittsburgh Pa!!!!