Good Morning,
I just love this cake! A wonderful fan, Karen Gogue, brought it to BARN 55 for MY JOHN on his birthday! I heard the cake was quite tasty and everyone at the barn loved every bite! I must say, not only is Karen’s thoughtfulness of getting a birthday cake for John very special, but the phrase she used ON the cake is absolutely perfect for him as well:
LIFE WITHOUT HORSES…
I DON’T THINK SO!
This is absolutely TOO CUTE! This is truly the way he feels!
On so many different levels, MY JOHN feels that WE HORSES simply have a way of making people FEEL GOOD! As a matter of fact, he often comments to his friends and staff……. whenever you have a tough day and things appear to be a bit challenging….RELAX, TAKE A DEEP BREATH, and GO HUG A HORSE!
I really LOVE this philosophy! In truth, hugging US and being around US can be GREAT FUN!
Have a wonderful Tuesday!
With Love,
HUGS TO ALL! (Especially ALL of my FELLOW HORSES!)
Z
Judy (Maass) Gadwood ~ CA
Hi Big Mamma Zenny!
This cake is truly TOO CUTE! Very thoughtful of Karen.
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During one of my visits with you, one of John’s employees told me that when tney move the horses to Del Mar, they also take the barn cats. Now, I don’t know if this is true or not, but they also said one time nobody could catch one of the kitties, so John sent someone back to Barn 55 to catch that kitty to take it down to Del Mar… true of false? I just sense that Your John is such a loving and compassionate man for ALL 4-legged creatures! That’s just one of the reasons I like him so much ;-D
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@Karen Gogue I didn’t realize you live locally!! I live in the Valley ~ we should meet some time! I’ve met lots of fb friends because of Zenyatta!! :-D
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HUGS & KISSES MY QUEEN! XOXOXOXO
Carol
Could not agree more with the sentiment on that cake!!! My two year old filly is my dearest “de-stresser” — can’t imagine life without horses at all! Why try? :)
Jenn
Truer words have not been spoken. I’m having a lousy day and cannot wait to get out to the barn tonight to see and hug my mare!
Happy B-day John!!! Yummy cake!
As Winston Churchill said; “There is something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of a man”
And woman too ;-)
Hooves up to that!
Jenn
Karen Gogue
Dottie!!!! Gee, blush, blush!! Thank you Dottie – was not necessary to do this! Gosh, I am stunned! But, then again, it’s all good, Dottie. It gives me the opportunity to share something with Zenny fans. I want them to know that the birthday cards I gave John were signed by me FOR and FROM you all – John Shirreffs fans. (It couldn’t be from just me!) I had to thank John from us for the experience of Zenyatta, and those 4 wonderful, breathtaking years she gave to us with each spectular race! (And the cake, well, Barn 55 is special, don’t cha know! I am pleased they enjoyed it as well) What a better way to celebrate your birthday John – a trophy, a horse, and a win at the track! Life without horses? No, no noooo!! John Shirreffs fans appreciate you, John, more than you’ll ever know. Life Without John Shirreffs – I Don’t Think So!!!! Love you more – blush, blush and blush again! (BTW – Yes, it is I! I did “heist” his cards that day, blush, and did stick fingers in cake, blush and more blush!) :)
Jo
So true! One of my favorite Z pictures is the one of Z enjoying her birthday cake at Barn 55 last year. Love to Z and Team Zenyatta!
dunie
Wish I could hug YOU, Zenny!
Mary Stanford
So true….having a tough day….talk to a horse…hug a horse…feed them carrots…and before you know ….you feel so much better. That was a cute cake….very creative. Hope you are having a good day Z….you sure do make all us fans feel terrific!!! Hugs to you Z…
Theresa Buck
Z you are my therapy every time I have a bad night at work i stop by your page and on good nights too you are a blessing to everyone
Theresa Buck
we all can go to Lane’s End nd give z a big hug
Lisa Smith
Oh Zenyatta–You and John are SO right. I’ve had the great pleasure to spend 43 of my 52 years of life in the company of horses, mostly mares. You all are great stress relievers and have brought so much happinesss to my life whether on the racetrack or in the backyard. Horses are TRULY a blessing from Heaven!
DJ
Dearest Sweet “Z”,
Aren’t you one lucky horse to have so many loving fans?! I remember “Sweet Karen’s” story so well…it was funny and heartfelt at the same time. I feel so blessed to have her as part of our little “Z” family!
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Karen G. – Take a Bow! You went where we could not go but carried us with you in your heart! The cake is so beautiful and looks like our “Z”!! HUG HUG my friend :)
Theresa Buck
ty karen you are a sweetie
DJ
p.s. “Life without good people like you!” I DONT THINK SO!!
Louise Castello
Someone once said (sorry forgot who) if dogs and horses don’t go to heaven, I don’t want to go either…..neither do I. Love you beautiful girl.
Neva Rae Powers
Adorable…on so many levels.
jeanie langford
your heart is as big as you are my Queen. So much love and inspiration to all. Your posts make the day brighter. Hugs and Kisses.
DJ
To Dawn: We are waiting for your ‘name game!’ I am sure it will be as unique as you are :) Wishing you all the best.
LauraJ
@Karen, the cake was a lovely gesture.
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@Amy, according to Jockey Club rules, only one horse at a time can use a name (except as set forth in the rules). Very similar names are also barred. Complete rules: http://www.thejockeyclub.com/registry.asp?section=3#six
Max
@Karen Gogue. Great cake for a great guy. Very nice of you to do this.
Hernan Tovar
My dear Zenyatta, life without horses no way, no way, life without animals will be very sad… I think horses they are very special! The cake is so cute, every body close to you are awesome! I love you Zenyatta. Ingrid.
DJ
How about “FRIENDZ” or “FRIENDS OF Z”
sandra gomez
Horses and animals of all kind are great therapy! Love you, Zenyatta!
Sharon in Seattle
great job, Karen G.!! My dog, Flores, and my cats, Annie and Frannie, are the perfect de-stressers!! I can understand that people who are around horses feel the same way about their 4-legged ones!!
judy berube
Dear Karen Gogue,
Thank you so much for including all the fans in signing John’s Birthday cards. Again, very thoughtful. Hugs, J.B.
Sharon in Seattle
I REALLY LIKE “FriendZ” !!!
Hayley
What a cute cake! yes, we humans love to hang around YOU horses! <3 You guys always bring a smile to my face, no matter what breed!
Karen Mitchell
Dear Team Z – wonderful post and beautiful sentiments. Whenever I wear my “Life Without Dogs? I Don’t Think So!” T-shirt, I get so many nice comments. Perhaps the saying should be “Life Without Animals? I DON’T THINK SO! because it is unthinkable to me. And John embodies this. Loved the story of the barn cats traveling to Del Mar with the Barn 55 family. We are (or should be) so responsible for all the animals we care for and who care so much for us.
Roberta Smith
Hello Pretty Girl! Since I cannot hug you in person (I WISH I COULD, I am sending a virtual hug to you. I love you Zenyatta!
Trina Nagele
Dearest Zenny, You and your John are too cute!
@Everyone who missed earlier posts: Zenny is talking about JUNE 1. That’s when John’s birthday was.
@Karen Gogue—YOU ARE SO SWEET! What a lovely thing to do!
Karen Mitchell
P.S. A later post reminded me that I have to give a special nod to my wonderful terriers, Barley and Candy, who give me so much joy, love, laughs, and comfort. I would not be sane (such as it is) without them.