Good Morning to All~
Happy Tuesday! Everything is moving right along perfectly at the farm. I am able to go outside with my pal, Tasty Temptation, and relax for hours at a time. As you can see in the photo, I am just like so many of you. My coat gets ‘lovely high-lights’ from the sun and I do need to have my ‘sunglasses’ (aka fly mask) on when outdoors.
I must say, this mask is a fabulous accessory to have. Not only does it keep the flies off of my face and away from my eyes…but it also screens out some of the sun and direct light…which is quite helpful!
We have had really warm weather recently. I’ve heard that it is also quite warm back home in Arcadia (by Santa Anita). Dottie looked up the temperature for today and it is to be 93 degrees in Lexington. It is even a bit warmer than that in Arcadia. As I have mentioned before, Charles and the guys here monitor how hot it is for ME. If too warm, I am taken back to the barn where the fans are keeping it nice and cool. I must say, I am one very lucky girl!
It is also the first of the month and as MY TEAM requested, they weighed me. I am gaining just the right amount of weight for this stage of my pregnancy. YIPPEE! I am eating all of the right foods and drinking LOTS of water to stay properly hydrated….so this is all good! I’m really trying to do all the RIGHT THINGS here to be a GREAT MOM!
In racing, for many of the major race tracks, today is a ‘dark day’…meaning the tracks are closed. So for quite a few people who work with the horses, this is a more relaxed day and they have some time off. Whether going to the lake, to play golf, or to have fun in the ocean, I hope everyone remembers to be careful in the sun, drink lots of water, and wear your ‘sunglasses’….JUST LIKE ME!
Have a very pleasant day!
With love,
Hugs to All~
Z
dunie
You are still perfection, dear Z!
Elaine
Queen Z….you look like a real movie star!
Maria K.
I love you Big Mama!!! I miss you!!!
judy berube
Dear Doreen and Signofthetimes and Z Fans:
Love Lisa’s Booby Trap.. Apparently she had a sore in her mouth before the race that connections thought had healed, but I guess that wasn’t the case. Once that is resolved, hopefully she’ll be alright. Signofthetimes brought up on Diary #309 that she has a Club Foot. I did not know this and I did some checking. The horse is amazing. Here’s a Wiki on her. Check out the second paragraph. Hugs,J.B. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lisa%27s_Booby_Trap
judy berube
Dear Bridget:
That video is adorable. Thank you. Hugs, J.B.
judy berube
Dear Kari Bussell:
Thank you for the video on Zoe Bragg. So beautiful. Hugs, J.B.
DJ
To JAG: That’s very sweet! I like what you said. A little blues here to..maybe the weather, I’m not sure. Nothing a hug won’t cure, right? and a pic of “Z” !
DJ
To JB: Handing out hugs, now! :)
Georgia Harper
Well just look at you so beautiful and looking like you just had highlights:-)
You take care and keep eating all the right stuff, I know we are all just ticking off the months till next February. It is SOOOOO exciting!!!
Hugs to all from a very lovely (finally summer) Pacific NW.
judy berube
Dear Sharon Call:
Thank you. I have no words to describe this voice. Loved him. Hugs, J.B.
DJ
To Terry C: Couldn’t find your joke of the day! That’s what’s missing….the smile and chuckle!!
DJ
To Barbara W: How’s your engine running? :)
darlene
Zenny miss seeing you race, there will never be another one like you be happy Z when can your fans visit???/
Joan
I’m so happy for you, Zenyatta. I hope your pregnancy continues uneventfully! I’m glad you are enjoying our midwest heat. :) It was nice to read Prized is going to Old Friends where he will be safe and happy for the rest of his life. I wish the same for all you horses. Happy Tuesday, dear Zenyatta.
Barbara Wood
@DJ–thanks for asking. Engine running pretty well, considering we’re housebound in this heat. Thinking about a trip to LE in November after the BC. I’ll warn them in advance that although I know we can’t visit Z, I’m a hard-core Dumpling!
judy berube
Dear Ann Maree and Z Fans:
Came across this article in Thoroughbred Times. Guess this Match Race of the Sexes is not a new thing. Hugs, J.B. http://www.thoroughbredtimes.com/national-news/2011/08/01/upcoming-match-stirs-memories.aspx
Steph
Have a great day in the sun Zen. Keep cool! Glad to hear everything is going well in your pregnancy. Keep us posted
talk to you later girl
-Steph
judy berube
Dear DJ:
Thank you. Can use all I can get. Hugs back, J.B.
Maggie N
To JAG from California We all send hugs your way. I don’t know if this will help, but I bounce all over the internet looking for stuff related to horses and found something really cute on YouTube. Now mind you I have no idea to put links on here so this will have to do. Until we have our little Z to love, here is something sure to make you smile. Woelds cutest baby horse. It’s impossible to feel bad after you see this. Lots of hugs to you
Maggie N
oops worlds
Sharon Call
@doreen, Signofthetimes, Judy Berube. I didn’t realize that Lisa’s Booby trap was flat-footed as well as the club foot and blind in one eye. What a heart this mare has! Just like our Z.
Terry Crow
@all-Here is today’s joke.–The Lone Ranger and Tonto were riding their horses one afternoon and they realized that they were not going to make it home before dark. So, they found a suitable spot and made camp for the night. They pitched their tent, made a fire and commenced cooking their supper. As soon as they ate the meal and cleaned up, they sat around the fire telling stories and singing songs. Soon, the sun had set and it got dark. So, they crawled into their sleeping bags and went to sleep. Somewhere in the middle of the night, Tonto wakes the Lone Ranger up. “Kemo Sabe, look at sky. What you see?” The Lone Ranger replies “I see a bunch of stars. Why?” Tonto asks “What that tell you?” The Lone Ranger pauses and thinks.”Well, he says, “theologically it tells me that God is powerful and great, and we are just small and insignificant. Astronomically, it tells me that there are billions of stars out there, millions of galaxies, and thousands of planets, some of which might have life on them. Meteorologically, it tells me we’re going to have a beautiful day tomorrow. Astrologically,it tells me that Mars is in the constellation of Leo. Chronologically, it tells me that its about 2:30 in the morning. Why, Tonto? What does it tell you?” Tonto replies “Kemo Sabe, you dumber than buffalo chips. Someone stole tent.” A few country titles–You can’t have your Kate and Edith too; You were only a splinter as I slid down the bannister of life; and I keep forgettin’ I forgot about you.
Barbara Grimaldi
Just received this on my page. There just has to be something someone can do to stop this criminal, callous, horrible practice. Trainers should be kicked out of their jobs for doing this. Owners should not be allowed to care for live animals of any kind if they permit this. This is what happened to Ferdinand. What chance do we have to get some legislation in place to save our horses…the government could care less. ALDF might help, but it is chasing after crimes against ALL animals in the USA, not just horses. God save our horses from killers like this…
http://canadianhorsedefencecoalition.wordpress.com/2011/07/31/the-sad-fall-of-a-racehorse/
Sharon Call
@JAG. Here’s a virtual hug coming to you from Georgia!
christine VA
DOES IT COME IN PINK ???? HUGS TO YA ZEN
Allyn
Kari Bussell said it all !! You are so beautiful, I live in Lexington, and am so hoping to get the chance to see you after your foal is born. Did see you at Keeneland when you arrived in Lex., you thrilled us all when you did your dance before leaving for Lanes End.
judy berube
Dear Debbie and Peyton Robertson:
Just saw your photos of Z and Peyton on Z’s Facebook page. Peyton’s smile says it all. Thank you so much for sharing. Hugs, J.B.
Jeanenne Cliffman
YOU LOOK GREAT!!!!!!!!!! YEAH!!! I am so excited for you and proud proud proud. Your fly mask is gorgeous of course and protects those beautiful eyes. Looking forward to more pictures, I am sure all of your great people are keeping you cool, because yes, it is HOT here in Kentucky. Love you, xxxxoooo
Jan
Zenyatta,
Looks like you got a buffet going on there. Yum. :) Looking real cool there with your shades, and looking really healthy. I think it’s about 103 or so in Houston. Thanks LE for taking such good care of Z.
judy berube
Dear Terry Crow:
Clever and funny. Thanks, I needed that. Hugs, J.B.