Hello,
Today is such a great day…and a time for gratitude and celebration! This statement leads to the fact that there are 2 things about ME I’d like to share with you that perhaps you may not already know!
First of all, I absolutely love the element of SURPRISE! Upon reflection, I think this was a consideration with my ‘come from behind strategy’ when I was racing. This style does add a ‘tremendous amount of surprise’ and excitement to a race.
Secondly, and this is very important, I LOVE A GOOD PARTY! I have actually hosted and attended many of them while I was at BARN 55! (We were truly such a FUN GROUP!) MY JOHN always knew that I wanted to be a part of everything that was going on…so I actually became quite an endearing hostess!
Well, recently, I was able to do both of these things and it felt TERRIFIC! Pam Harper’s parents were celebrating their 50th Anniversary. The family was already hosting a lovely party for them…but gave great thought to what would be the PERFECT gift to honor this celebration. The family wanted something special, meaningful, and especially memorable for them!
Lo and behold, guess what? IT WAS ME! Pam and her family bought a ZENYATTA BRONZE for their parents’ special 50th Anniversary present. This is absolutely TOO CUTE!
Not only did I get to surprise them, per Pam, but the entire atmosphere of the party was filled with great fun and lots of memories and emotion. From the moment I was removed from the gift box, I was able to spend the entire evening with the HONOREES. They literally carried ME around during the party. I went from table to table with them visiting with all of their guests. They shared their thoughts, experiences, and memories of ME with all of their dear friends. It was truly a very special evening!
Pam commented that after quite some time, she literally had to take ME from her Mom’s arms. Her Mom would not let me go! I’ve heard everyone had a GREAT time at the party…especially ME! THANK YOU for including ME!
How FORTUNATE am I! I am deeply honored to be thought of as the “PERFECT GIFT” for such a memorable occasion for such charming people. I am truly BLESSED!
Have a fabulous day! Here’s to enjoying some ‘fun’ surprises in your life!
With Love,
Hugs to All~ (HAPPY 50th ANNIVERSARY!)
Z
Marty
What a lovely story and picture. YOU ARE SO LOVED. These pictures say it all for all of us. We love you. You are awesome!!!
Roxi Cook
Love the photos!!! What great fun …
Christine Coleman
Hi Zenyatta Coleman! I love it that I am in such wonderful company. Others that are not blind to the beauty and magnificence of how God created the wonderful horse. From a deeper sense I know what your John understands about you always wanting to be in the center of things. He is gifted to see the individual personalities each of you have. I have some of what would be considered broke down and unwanted mares on my farm that I have rescued, but I can see that some have the same “HEART,” intelligence and personality traits that I can imagine you have. My horses may be “useless” and “glue factory” candidates to some people, but they are ZENYATTA’S to me! Remember my dream? I hoofed it all the way from SC to California when you “disappeared from my farm?” LOL I love you big gurl. Enjoy every second of your life…
Kimberly Potter
My Beautiful Zenyatta~ Yet again, another wonderful post. I cried tears of pure joy for Pam Harper’s parents, people I don’t even know! YOU are the gift that never stops giving. How special YOU are. Who doesn’t love a good party?
Thanks from the bottom of my heart for all that you are to us and all that share. I love you with ALL my heart!
@ALL~ Great news on the baby front. Mommy had a check-up yesterday and everything is holding steady…THANK YOU, each and every one of you that sent thoughts and prayers, well wishes, and good vibes this way. Seriously, I can never thank you enough…The shear power of Zen Nation is overwhelming to me. I love you all and this place is forever embedded in my heart.
HUGZ~
Zenyatta’s #1 fan in Montana!
The Kennedys in San Diego
Matz and the Jacksons — breaking news.
http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/64574/jacksons-matz-suddenly-part-ways
Roxi Cook
@DJ: Capt. Sparrow is running in the 6th race at Del Mar on Friday. I like him too.
Allen
What a wonderful gift. But I can think of one that would be even better, a visit with you. Z you are the best, have a great day.
mj
@DJ Thank you for the prayer-I needed that.
Allen
Almost forgot, Happy Birthday Mario!
JAG from California :-)
Jacksons, Matz Suddenly Part Ways ~
http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/64574/jacksons-matz-suddenly-part-ways
JAG from California :-)
Twice Over Upsets Juddmonte International:
http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/64571/twice-over-upsets-juddmonte-international
scott a.
Everything about you Z, is you’re such an Enlightment to horseracing! You put a smile on all our faces.
Angela
what a lovely gift, you can tell that she is TRULY a Zenyatta fan! Zenyatta you have touched so many hearts in a great way, so glad you are OUR horse of a lifetime!!
DJ
mj: your welcome :)
Debbie
hi Z! what a wonderful surprise story and YOU are just TOO CUTE!!! love YOU gorgeous mama xoxoxo
Marilu V
Wow, dear Zeny! What a wonderful gift and surprise for Pam’s parents. Wish I could be blessed with your bronze statue next month. I will be 65. Where did the years go? Hugs and Kisses, Marilu
@The pictures and celebration says it all. These are those beautiful moments in Time! Happy Anniversay to the parents of Pam.
@ Belated Happy Birthday to Mario! Hope he is doing great!
Georgia Harper
Thats us!!!! Thanks to everyone for the good wishes my girls certainly did surprise us. I am now working on the perfect spot to put our QUEEN for viewing. I also want to thank Nina for all her help in getting the statue to Seattle in time for the celebration and to Dottie for the kind words thru Zenny. Take care sweet girl and hope you are relaxing and taking care of that little one. Looking forward to seeing more pictures of the baby bump. A very happy birthday to Mario Hugs to all
DJ
To Roxi: Thank you! He is a favorite of mine.
Nancy
Zenyatta and your people….I know its a little early to be thinking about baby names, but I have the perfect name for your foal if it’s a filly. You can name her “Zen Garden” I have a new garden in the middle of my bamboo forest, it’s a zen garden…with some neat decorations. I go out there when I need some “zen” :)
Bonnie
I would love to see some close up photos of this bronze statute. Every detail and news about precious Z is so welcome. Thanks.
Lisa g
@Georgia, again…You are such a lucky girl. This is the best gift ever. Thank you and your family for sharing the pics, and Thank You, Ms Zenyatta (Dottie) for posting them for us to enjoy. You’ve a wonderful and thoughtful family…Remember, let us know about that PERFECT SPOT for OUR QUEEN…Lisa g
Denise in AZ
If anyone wants to see ‘my’ filly, i posted pictures on my Flickr account- search for “pinto66 (denise)” she is 4 days old there, color is darker already now, and her “eyeliner” has come in too- will take more this afternoon :)
Mary
That was a nice surprise for them…that is the way you touch people’s hearts Z…you are one special horse…us fans love you…it is a beautiful statue of you. You do bring out the joy in our hearts. Hugs to you Z….
Lisa g
@Sherry drish: What is your Man’s E mail address? I will drop him a subtle hint! S
Lisa g
Ms Zenyatta, I wish I could have been at one of the parties you hosted. I know you are endearing, it would have been a dream come true. Drinkinig high priced beer, nibbling on peppermints and flowers with the Queen..yeah, a dream come trul.
Alexandra Bowdoin
What a Great Gift!! There are a few tears here at the moment!!
Sue Fredrick
Well Mama Z you PARTY ANIMAL!!!! This is too cute. Congrats to the Harpers on their 50th and what an accomplishment that is. And Z just imagine they thought so much of you they gave their parents this for a MAJOR milestone anniversary!! You are so special. Loved the way Dottie told the story she is so special too.
@Mario, happy belated birthday to you can we say “special” again…..because that is what you are also! You will always be remembered as the man who made Zenny shine.
Luv you Z and kisses on your nose
Janie
@ Kennedys in San Diego: thanks for posting that article about the Jacksons and Michael Matz. It makes me sad that Barbaro’s team has broken up – they were such a good group, along with Edgar Prado (and then, Dr. Dean Richardson) – much like Zenyatta’s “people”. That’s too bad…
Linda
A perfect gift for anyone!!!
Cynthia H.
50th wedding anniversaries are always referred to as being “golden,” but in this case, how much more wonderful was it being “bronze!” What a terrific and beautiful surprise gift, for a fantastic family occasion! Thank you so much. dear Zenyatta, for sharing these extra-special photos. The patina on bronze takes on a lovely rich lustre as it ages…just like you.