HAPPY # 300 to ALL OF YOU!
I truly can’t believe that this is Diary Entry # 300! I guess I must be one very chatty female….with so many things to say! I can’t thank Dottie enough for expressing all of my personal thoughts, hopes, dreams, feelings, and achievements in such a way as ALL OF YOU….my dear friends….can also take part in my life and share so many things with ME!
Racing is an amazing sport! I truly feel deeply blessed for what I was able to achieve ON THE RACE TRACK. Yet, I feel equally as appreciative for the things I have been able to do FOR MY SPORT…and most importantly FOR THE FANS!
Yesterday, in a news article discussing the final statistics for the Hollywood Park Meet, they noted that the on-track attendance was down this season. Per the article, “he partially attributed this to the absence of a big draw such as Zenyatta, who raced at the 2010 spring-summer meeting”. Jack Liebau, the track President, commented…”Last year, we had a big day on account of ZENYATTA that we didn’t have this year.” (Thank you, Jack! Blush, Blush)
I know all of the numbers were up in the BREEDERS’ CUP attendance figures each of the year’s that I raced. My goodness, over 20,000 people came to see ME walk on track and say ‘good-bye’. For this, I am so, so proud!
In life, you hope to do things to make people feel good. You hope to achieve and make some type of mark. You strive to do your best and TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE! But…to make history, to make people feel good about a sport again, to bring fans closer together, and to have people love ME so much not only for what I achieved as an athlete…but for ME, my personal qualities,….is truly something one DREAMS could happen to them!
One of the FACE BOOK responses yesterday by Marie Stoyles-Moura was very touching to ME. She said, “I don’t think your pedigree should read Champion–See Record—–It should read “QUEEN–See Record.”
Upon reflection, having a racing career which spanned 4 years, to have statements like the ones written above said about YOU…is so, so rewarding and extremely appreciated. MY TEAM and I can’t thank you enough.
I am one very, very grateful HORSE….for all of the gifts I have been given…which totally includes the LOVE, HONOR, AND RESPECT I HAVE BEEN GIVEN FROM ALL OF YOU!
Again, THANK YOU from the bottom of MY HEART!
With Love,
Hugs to ALL~
Z
Terry Crow
that should be my all-time favorite
judy berube
Dear Sharon Call:
You are my hero. When I read your post “…stalking a young male…” I laughed out loud. On another note, your post about Sato, the rare Palimino Pinto TB, got me looking for photos of him. Here is an article and photo. He is gorgeous. Hugs, J.B.
Alexandra Bowdoin
I have saved this lovely photo above of you and it is now my computer wallpaper here at work. I just smile everytime I look at it!!
Alexandra Bowdoin
@Terry Crow, my first horse was by Swaps! She was so beautiful!! He was a great horse.
judy berube
Dear Sharon Call:
Here’s the link on Sato. Hugs, J.B.
http://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-a&rls=org.mozilla%3Aen-US%3Aofficial&channel=s&hl=en&source=hp&biw=&bih=&q=rare+paint+thoroughbred+Sato&btnG=Google+Search
judy berube
Dear Terry Crow and Z Fans:
A Profile of the great Swaps. Hugs, J.B.
http://www.spiletta.com/UTHOF/swaps.html
judy berube
Dear Terry Crow:
You’re welcome. I think Paddy is such a beautiful horse. Hugs, J.B.
Char
It is rare to actually be featured in the “history” books, isn’t it? You are a once-in-a-lifetime horse Zenny. We miss you out here in California!!!
Steph
You’re one perfect champion. I cant wait to see your baby when it comes. Stay healthy Zen!
hugs
Steph
Kathryn Cogswell
Newman`s first law: It is useless to put on your brakes when you`re upside down……………………………………………………………… Newman`s second law: Just when things look darkest, they go black. Paul Leonard Newman. ………………………………………..By September 26, renewed energy praising him as the real deal will be at a peak. To get started, he said, “I`d like to be remembered as a guy who tried — tried to be a part of his times, tried to help people communicate with one another, tried to find some decency in his own life, tried to extend himself as a human being. Someone who isn`t complacent, who doesn`t cop out.” there is more at http://en.wikiquote.org/wiki/Paul_Newman ~ And ‘About 1,440,000 [ other internet] results.’
judy berube
Dear Kathryn Cogswell:
Thank for the link on PN. He was my favorite leading man and I also think he truly was a good, decent man. Hugs, J.B.
Kathryn Cogswell
Wicked humor, too — who never suffered fools gladly, not even his own folly. He said he was always a character actor .. . he just looked like Little Red Riding Hood.. . Thanks, JB.
Gary Moulton
Hey isn’t that Rebecca Brooks riding the the Flying Zen? LOL
Susan A.
I love you Zenyatta; you are beautiful; you are the best!
Hail to the Queen of the Sport of Kings!
Susan, M.A. :)
Pat Beck
You got a baby in there! Love you always, Z.
Cheryl
You look so gorgeous! What a happy girl you are. I am so glad you are doing well and staying up on all the racing news. I must say I just dont get quite as excited as I did when you were racing but I did actually jump to my feet watching Blind Luck win the other day! Hadnt done that for a long time. Just LOVE YOU Zenny girl – you are on my mind.
Robyn Mullhausen
Oh Zenny, your post brought tears to my eyes. You have spread more love around in different directions than you can ever know. Please give Dottie a big kiss from all your fans for continuing to be your “voice”. She has been very dedicated and we appreciate her so much.
Robyn Mullhausen
ps You look beautiful with your “baby bump”.
Sally (B)
Sweet Z, your spoken words through Dottie are ever so touching and that is how we all feel. Like the childrens song from Barney says, ” I love you, you love me, we’re a perfect family”. Thank you for sharing so much in your life. You have your team Z family and now you have a family with all of us too. Love keeps going around N around because of you Zenyatta. love with 2 kisses on your soft nose; one for baby z
Susie Cartwright
WOW! A lot of posts! Tell Dottie thanks for mentioning one of your comments from someone. We were wondering if anyone reads them! We miss you soo much Z!! I can’t find anyone to take your place. You were so fun to watch and anticipate your races! Someday they will let me come see you again. I just live down the road. I’ll bring you more treats you’ll be able to eat you’ll have to share with your friends! I love all horses Z and some have stolen my heart (Secretariat and Barbaro) but not like you!! Hope I don’t sound like a crazy person!
DJ
To Kc: My favorite of Paul N.’s is, regarding marriage, “It’s a disposable world we live in…but people are not disposable.”
Karen
Hi Dottie,
I’m wondering if Zenyatta’s foal will be cared for by a nurse mare. I was so sad to learn about the fate of nurse mare foals. It’s the very dark side of or the racing industry. I hope Ann and Jerry Moss take a stand against this inhumane practice by allowing Zenyatta to care for her own foal and not breeding her again immediately. I’d love hear your thoughts.
Leslie
You’re a dream Z and yes, thank you Dottie!
OraJean Stevenson
Dear Zenny & Dottie,
I think this is my new favorite picture
of you, Z. You are the most PHOTOGENIC horse
I’ve ever seen. Your eyes are so expressive…beautiful.
Fondly, OraJean
M2 + Little Bit & Ready Lady (The team from the Little Bit Ranch)
You look beautiful Zenyatta. I wish so much I could meet you personally. Congratulations on the #300 – thanks to Dottie. You are the best.
Joanne
Everyday you make me smile, you are just too CUTE..Love you Zenyatta..so beautiful
shemas
Dear Mama Zenny, I love this picture of you in your pasture. Do you miss all the excitement of racing? I’m so curious about these things. I’m guessing you’re pretty good about living in the present and looking forward to being a Mom. You’re so wise, so that’s my guess. loving you.
jean
Zenyatta, you are gorgeous, and the most beautiful creature i have ever seen. Thanks for sharing your pictures with us. Jean
pamela manzer
Thank You Zenny for being you. Love and Kisses!
Neva Rae Powers
I missed this post! What a splendid picture of you, Miss Z!