I’M HERE!
Wow! I had such a TERRIFIC day yesterday. I had a wonderful time saying GOOD-BYE to all of my friends at Barn 55. John asked that we keep my morning nice and private so I could personally spend the time with all of my friends. It was GREAT and SO SPECIAL!
Then at about 8 in the morning, I left my barn, loaded the van and we were off to Ontario Airport. There I boarded the Tex Sutton Plane for Kentucky. John, Mario and Steve all went with me on the plane. The plane ride went smoothly and before we knew it, the plane was landing in Lexington. Fortunately, they prepared me for the cold weather…with all kinds of wonderful blankets. It was 16 degrees when we arrived.
WHAT A GREAT RECEPTION THEY HAD PLANNED FOR ME! The van took me to Keeneland and I had my ‘hair and make-up’ done. Then I was ready to GREET ALL OF MY NEW KENTUCKY FRIENDS. The back-ring area at Keeneland was packed. There were people everywhere with cameras flashing waiting to see me! I walked around the back-ring with Mario first. The Moss’ and Mike Smith walked behind me. Then they presented me with a gift basket and Ann and Jerry thanked everyone for their kindness.
At this time, John took me for another walk around the ring with Dottie. John let me stop and look around at all of the people. I posed and looked at them all. Cameras were everywhere. We had a wonderful, wonderful time. I danced, pranced and tried to greet everyone. What an occasion!
Then off to Lane’s End Farm…MY NEW HOME! We got there and the barn was all lit up. I immediately went into my new stall. My nametag was on it…as was a sign a fan made for my stall door…THE QUEEN REIGNS HERE! It was pink and the letters are in green. I gather fans have been sending me lots of gifts already. There was a Christmas stocking, carrots, peppermints and many other notes and signs waiting for me. This all makes me feel so special. My new home is beautiful. I have about 8 other friends in this barn with me. I’m sure we will become very, very close as time goes on and we get to play outside together. I can’t wait!
Dottie and John told my new home would be WONDERFUL! And it is!
Oops…lights are going out…time to rest! WHAT A DAY!
Thanks to all of you for making it all possible!
With love,
Hugs~
Z
Sue
Thank you Z…we miss you soooo!! Sue
Whitney
Love you and the Queen does reign there and everywhere!!
Enjoy your new home and friends!
penny austin
Zenny – I hope to get to see you often. My TWH, Mr. Midnight has a BIG Crush on you :)
Stay warm – sweetheart – have to tell you – this is NOT normal weather for KY!
Judy Gadwood Loves Zenyatta aka Zenny
Oh!, Zenny! I watched the videos posted on facebook… you look like you are adjusting to the snow ~ your’re walking around without a blanket. So many people were concerned about the cold, but I knew you could handle it because you are a strong girl! Hugs from California, sweetie!! XOXO <3
Heather
Dear Zenyatta – you must let us know what handsome stud catches your eye. Who ever the lucky guy may be, he better be a gentleman or your fans will teach him what’s what!
Barbara
Thank you sooooo much for this post! We saw you at Keeneland and it was just breathtaking! I am so happy that you are in such a beautiful barn. Love you Queen Z!!!
Marilyn Hill-Russell
“The Queen Lives Here” very true Z, you are the Queen of our hearts and lives. Enjoy your new home and friends.
Sylvia Whittaker-Butler
Thanks for sharing about your new home & life there. I know you will love your new place & life. I love you Zenyatta…
Alyssa
Loved the video on Facebook…she looks happy :) And the people working there look very nice too! I know she’s going to love it there, and I look forward to more video/diary updates!
magdi
thanks for this we hope more
Lise
SO glad for the update.. we love you and are so excited for as you start on a new path…with love from British Columbia, Canada
Candace
Agreed Penny…we never have it this cold or snowy before Christmas! But I have a feeling Zenny will learn to love it–she has a whole new set of fans here that are thrilled she is home with us!!!
magdi hajjaz
zenyatta is our shine star in our sky
Sara Rhudy
You are the Queen, Z!!! Luv u!!
lil bunny foo foo
So missing you, Z. I wish Mario were there still to help you adjust.
Lauren
Pretty Ms. Z – thank you for the update on your new home. You look beautiful as always. I live in NJ and am hoping to be able to make a trip to Kentucky to visit you one day. Love and kisses.
sue
Hi Zennie! It’s so good to hear from you. I had no doubt you’d love it at Lane’s End. The Queen has arrived and will be holding court for all to see. ;-)
Now tht I know you’re getting settled I’ll breathe easier. Take care and write again soon. Hugs and xxxs!
Christine Coleman
Hi Zenny, I’m glad most of the pomp and circumstance is over, (though we fans needed it, and I appreciate you being allowed to participate), and now you can relax and adjust to a new routine. As for us, (your fans and those that love you), we’ll adjust. Just make sure your humans transcribe your dictation and post them for us. WE NEED OUR ZENYATTA FIXES!
Can’t wait to hear what you are going to tell us next!
Linda Deutsch
Hi Z…looks like your new friends are taking great care of you and your new digs look beautiful. We sure miss you already here in CA and we look forward to every bit of info about you, especially the posts. PLEASE keep them coming. Stay warm and toasty and have fun. Love you lots!!!
Kelly B
I love reading these updates! They’re always so cute and make me smile. I love the updates on facebook as well. I love you Zenyatta :) Love from NJ <3
Dawn Conrad
Dearest, Zenny. I was so glad to see that you arrived safe and sound in Kentucky. I watched the video from Keenland and was very happy and proud for you that so many people came out in the cold to give you a wonderful heartfelt welcome. Your whole Team Z was with you, how great! When Mike gave you a kiss, tears came to my eyes. My thoughts are with your whole family and how sad they must be to not have their girl near. But, the future is bright and I am sure they will come to see you often. My birthday was Dec. 7th and my wish was for you to be happy, healthy and surrounded with love. I am trying to get an appointment to stop by and visit myself. Lane’s End has told me to check both websites to see what your schedule will be and call then. I can’t wait! Thank you to everyone and for keeping in touch. Love always.
Sherry
I can’t imagine Lane’s End can give Zenny the kind of love and care John, Mario, Steve and Carmen did. I hope she can adjust. I have a great idea, breed her if that is the plan and bring her back to John and the team in CA to let them take care of her and let her enjoy the best of both worlds. She is the Queen and deserves to be treated like one. Not like all the other broodmares at Lane’s End….she is special! If she were my horse, I wouldn’t dare let her out of my sight or care…..Good luck Zenyatta. We are all praying the right decisions have been made for you away from your family. Nobody will ever love you more!
Debbi Martin
How wonderful for you, Queen Z! I am sure it is a relief to all those who love you to know you are happy and will be pampered, pampered, pampered!
janet
Hi Zenny! How soon before you can go out and romp freely?
Shanda Hooton
Z, so glad you are back. I missed hearing updates from you yesterday, really missed them! Glad you are settling in and hope you love your new home. Thank you for all that you give to all of us…..YOU ARE AMAZING!
Cheryl
So glad for the update, we all LOVE YOU SO MUCH! We want you to be happy!
Allen
Queen Z thanks so much for the update.Everyone was gettig worried, it had been awhile since we had heard from you.So stay warm and visit with all your new friends.As soon as Lanes End makes arrangements for your fans to start visiting you, I will be heading that way. The Queen does reign at Lanes End.
susan vest
Thank you for letting us know how you are and how it was at Lane’s End……………….we miss you so……..please keep letting us know how you are and what you are doing………….we are so proud of you………you are our baby……….luv…………plez send pics
Jill Mabry
Dear Zenyatta,
Thanks so much for the post. Glad to hear that you are getting settled in to your new home with all of your new friends. Take care, keep warm when you go out to play. We miss you here in CA, but hope it will be possible to visit you in KY next year. Hugs and Kisses to you.
We love you,
Jill
Dana
Maybe later we will see a picture of the “Queen” with the “Queen”! (Since Queen Elizabeth has been a visitor and
houseguest at the same residence!)