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
CeeSee
CONGRATULATIONS and thanks for continuing to be an inspiration.
myrna miller
You are truly an inspiration Zenny, to me and thousands of others. And your team is so loving and giving. which is also so inspirational.I hope they bring back pictures from the conference and maybe even a video of your inspiring presention.
I would love to see it. What an amazing honor for you Zenyatta. One truly deserved. Much love and hugs!
Gloria
You completely inspire, Big Mama Z. Trust me. XOXO
Amanda Gilliland
My Sweet Lady Zenyatta, What an amazing post!Love the photo of you talking with Mike and Land’s End is such a lovely backdrop for this photo. I love seeing you in the middle of such lush green grass and the beutiful trees. WOW! What an amazing conference sold out to 6000 professional women and you will be honored for your your life’s hard work. Your never quit attitude is what truly inspired me in your 20th race. I love you, Zenyatta for so many ways. You are such a great role model with fabulous work ethics that you have always applied & inspires all of us to strive for our goals and never give up. There is always hope of obtaining them.. I look forward to hearing from Dottie about the conference. Sending Hugs & Kisses From Alabama With Love, Amanda G.
Lynn ..... (nearby Hwd Park) California
Zenny… if every horse was just like you, you wouldn’t be as special. However… You are very much above the mark of excellence. Bigger, brighter, more affectionate and way more talented. Your big Heart is just so amazing. Love you forever…
Triple ditto to what Sue and Tony said above.
Also @ everyone above… great writing and sentiments… ditto again.
S (in san diego)
I love this post!! It has the feel of many of the early post, when everyone got along and just loved on Z and supported each other. Got a little on the darker side for a bit. Don’t get me wrong..love when discussion are going on and differnt opinions were being shared. Great reading and learning, but when the discussions turned to personal attacks…not so much :)
Congratulations Z and team….as many have said already…YOU do INSPIRE!!
Good Night to all.
rosemarie bandura
Good for you Zenyatta! I miss seeing you going around the track with Mike…watched the Kentucky Derby last Saturday, but kept thinking of you and how you would have beat all those horses! :-)
maggie murphy
God Bless You Zenyatta! I needed this post today!
Carmela Bozulich
You are amazing, dear Lady Z…you inspire me every day.
Dona
It makes everyone feel good to know that gracious people can be and are appreciated. The world is a better place because of the endeavors of the -Team.
Sammy the fat cat destroyed the _ on my laptop. Sometimes it works but it’s hard. That’s why I seldom use your name Big girl! :)
Dona
Forgot to thank Judy for the link. I watched for a few minutes tonight but will definitely make it a regular “must see” in my daily website journeys. Thanks Judy.
Gary J. Flaxman
Whatever the line-up, you are the star of the show!!! Keep well Zenyatta!
Joan Walls
Zenny – you do INSPIRE! As a retired teacher, this message would make a profound difference in students. They just need to work your “MOTTO” Sending you hugs and kisses. Joan
Reta Underwood
It is impossible to know the power of ones actions. Your “Z”eal and zest as an equine athlete defined INSPIRE through what you did on the race track – everyday not just during the big competitions. You Go Girl! Have a carrot to celebrate your success today.
Louise Hoit
No worry, Zenyatta! You touch the heart and souls always!!!!
Trisha Veazey
Gorgeous Z, I am crying here!! What a wonderful girl you are
Love hugs and kisses
Barbara Wood
What an awesome experience! And to think it was all inspired by YOU. There is no end to the number of lives you have touched, mine included. Love you always.
Katherine
The Proessional Business Women of California are in for a big treat. I anticipate you will have 6000 new Facebook friends!
Alexandra Bowdoin
Good Morning Z, you have me crying again…XOXOXOXOXO
Shari Voltz
Dear Zenyatta Good morning. My class and I want you to know that you ROCK and that they will never give up in all that they try. I told them to think ZENYATTA when times get tough. I read the post and you could hear a pin drop in the room. Thank you for being our INSPIRATION!!! Hugs and Kisses Shari and Homeroom 215 XXXOOO
@Dawn thank you for the kind words about my class. Have a ZENNY DAY :)
Donna
Z you keep on amazing me, you truly are an angel.
Please everyone say a prayer for Michael Baze he was a very good jockey and to pass so young is a tragedy..
Carol
Precious Z, you have touched the hearts and lives of so many and are truly deserving of this singular honor!
shemas
My dearest Queen Z, thank you so much for introducing your dear friend Mike to us! I so enjoy meeting your newest team and friends. Your friendliness in this photo is SO SWEET!
Well, I must say this post is the most inspirational yet. You are truly breaking new ground with this latest honor! And you’re teaching me to be a fuller functioning human being! You are also the Queen horse of social media. I wonder how many new Facebook fans you’ll get after this tribute to you today!
I am so thrilled to know that 6000 people are being introduced to you today! so thrilling!!! love and big hugs to you
Eve
Great Motto, I will always remember it. You are an inspiration to many. Love ya,
Allen
Z everyone is so proud of you, this award is such a honor. I am sure you will touch the hearts and souls of everyone in attandance, as you always do. Z I hope you have a wonderful day, enjoy the sun shine and the blue grass with all your pals.
Pam Graham
Zenyatta, please tell Dottie that I appreciate her very much. Humans need to be bathed in these positive words and thoughts.
Carolyn Caswell-Brown
Good Morning Big Queen, What an inspirational (INSPIRE) post this was! You may have outdone yourself this time with your words of wisdom, but we have learned to continually expect you will keep raising the bar for us all with your ever-growing list of achievements and good old-fashioned common sense. You bring out the best in all who are touched by you. The comments today are a testament to that. Personally, you help me maintain love & courage in my heart. I am marking this post as an inspirational reference when times get a little rough. Maybe, as was mentioned earlier, you are Athena.
evy
Yet another accolade for Queen Zenyatta. You are absolutely amazing!!!!
Abigail from Montreal
@ Sue Noel– Thanks for the book tip! I was a HUGE Walter Farley fan as a girl but hadn’t heard of this title. I just ordered it!
Roberta Smith
Well said Zenyatta…well said! So many people love you for your strength and courage…you so totally INSPIRE and give hope! I love you! I also love the picture of your and Mike! You are such a pretty girl!