Good Morning,
It is another lovely day here in Lexington. I know it is pretty in Del Mar with very comfortable weather in the low 70’s. MY JOHN and Dottie went to Arcadia on Monday to spend time with the horses John currently has stabled at Santa Anita. They commented it was really very pleasant for this time of the year…in the low to mid 80’s.
I’ve heard the East Coast has been much more ‘comfortable’ the last few days and they’ve had a bit of rain. Several of the turf races at Saratoga yesterday were taken ‘off the turf’ as the course was listed as ‘soft’ from the earlier rains.
Weather is such an interesting thing to contemplate. I must say that I do like it a bit on the ‘cool’ side. I know MY JOHN always commented that is one thing we horses enjoyed so much when going to Del Mar. You can actually ‘feel the ocean breezes in the air’. This type of environment really ‘perks you up’.
A resulting part of weather that is truly so fascinating to me is a RAINBOW!
“A rainbow is technically an optical and meteorological phenomenon that causes a spectrum of light to appear in the sky when the SUN shines on to droplets of moisture in the Earth’s atmosphere. It takes on a multicolored arc. Rainbows caused by sunlight always appear in the section of the sky directly opposite the sun.” **
On this morning, I think I saw MY OWN RAINBOW in the water that was dancing around my hooves. I found it rather interesting to observe. As you may know, I am a very inquisitive horse so I kept studying the different swirls and paths of the water as they circled around my hooves.
The cool water felt terrific…and the RAINBOW image that appeared was fun and curious to observe. Dottie was commenting to ME that to many people seeing a rainbow image means so many different things. She happens to believe they are LUCKY. Throughout the ages, rainbows and various references to them have been a part of art, literature, music and film. To so many people, RAINBOWS have been defined in various ways.
On this morning, it was a joy to observe and examine my own ‘little rainbow’ prancing around in the water by my hooves. To ME, it is just another illustration of how much joy one can have when taking a moment to truly appreciate the simple…yet oh so beautiful…things in life!
With Love,
Hugs to All~
Z
**Per Wikipedia
Trina Nagele
@Sharon in Seattle—OMG! My heart and prayers go out to you on your chemotherapy. I certainly hope it goes well for you and is a complete success. Keep us posted. Prayers and hugs.
@Jill in NJ—So nice to hear of your horse enjoying the recommended dandelion greens! I ate some myself the other day (courtesy of a friend) and liked them.
@Cheryl Ross—LOVE your name for the foal: Rainbowzend! High hoof to you!
@Jake in TN—Unfortunately I have no memorabilia myself, but I’m looking forward to reading replies to your interesting post! That’s one lucky horseshoe you have, for sure!
@Barbara Grimaldi—I loved your post to our dear Kari.
@Arlene and others who commented—I’m so glad you liked the belated birthday poem. And, Arlene, in no way did I feel slighted—I know how it is when one is trying to read through so many posts, sometimes coming back again and reading from the bottom up, and hoping one doesn’t miss anything.
candi cartier
rainbow is a good luck, its stand for zenny my queen.
Marshall (girl's name)
Bless you, rainbow-girl! Gorgeous photo!
Hope you had a lovely day; it was a beautiful, low-humidity day in NC! You are the Rainbow’s Treasure! Sweet dreams!
@Kari Bussell: So much love and special healing thoughts are sent your way. You are a sweetheart. Hugs!
@Sharon in Seattle: Prayers and good wishes to you from your Z friends. All the Best!
Diana S
@Zenyatta: Baby bump, baby bump, baby bump! You look fat and sassy and I love the rainbow at your hooves. Good omen. Your foal has delux accommodations for sure.
diastu in tempe
Diana S
@Eastern Dumplings: This 3rd generation native Californian, who has always been fascinated by earthquakes, and has lived through some doozies, congratulates you for surviving a big quake, even by California standards. Now go change your undies!
diastu in tempe
Maria K.
Oh! my goodness! look at the baby bump! You look so beautiful Queen Z! I love you so much!
Gretchen
Zenyatta, hope the tremors did not reach Lexington. Please tell us that you and all of the other horses are OK. Love Ya.
Dottie Combest
Hi Zen, your belly bump is startin to really show now … you look GREAT …hope you are enjoyin your summer and gettin plenty rest … hope Zendini is not kickin too much … God bless n take care :)
Delrene
There is a great article in LA Times by Bill Dwyre about the upcoming Pacific Classic @ Del Mar. He mentions “Zenyatta” in the article. I can’t for the life of me figure out how to attach and post the link….. Feel so dumb, I know it must be something simple!
It’s worth it to check out. I think he a great sportswriter.
Diana S
@Kari: I have no words but to tell you LET THERE BE A MIRACLE!!! (and from me, that is a huge leap)
ANYTHING – just ask.
disstu in tempe
Trina Nagele
Dearest Z, You are so beautiful with your own dancing rainbow at your feet. Sleep tight, now, till the morning light.
@Kari Bussell—You are so special! Love the video interview of Steve Willard that you linked to. And how about that Dahlia? I had never seen her before although I had heard her name. BTW, I didn’t succeed in getting that video you said we would have to type in.
@Delrene—“Rainbow sightings to everyone”—too cute! Thank you!
@Sue Fredrick—Thanks for highlighting all those similarities between Man o’ War and Secretariat.
@Carmela Bozulich—Hope you have a great time at Del Mar and share some stories with us when you get back.
@Debbie G—I hope you can put Abigail from Montreal in touch with Will Harbut’s great-granddaughter.
@Abigail in Montreal—Such a nice quote from a great man, Jack Layton, may he rest in peace. Thanks for sharing it and dedicating it to our dear Kari. I am looking forward to reading your article on Will Harbut when the weekend comes and I’ll have the time to savor it—I know it will be great.
@Nancy—Best wishes to you and your hubby.
@LouAnn Cingel—So nice to see you posting.
@Sherry—Thanks for your detailed post about the very inappropriate negative remarks about female jockeys made on TVG. I didn’t hear them and would not have known if you hadn’t posted.
Diana S
@R.I.P.: Nick Ashford and Jerry Leiber: From my t’weens, teens, young adulthood, and beyond – I grew up dancing, singing, loving, losing, and life-learning with the rockin’ rollin’ and soulful music your genius created. Ain’t No Mountain High Enough.
diastu in tempe
Trina Nagele
And AMEN to Diana S’s post above!
Trina Nagele
That AMEN was to Diana’s LET THERE BE A MIRACLE FOR KARI!
Trina Nagele
Here’s the link to the article Delrene so kindly mentioned above about the upcoming Pacific Classic at Del Mar. Thanks, Delrene! http://www.latimes.com/sports/la-sp-dwyre-20110823,0,5189716.column
Patricia
@Laura J
Thank you so much for your thoughtful response. Very interesting reading. I also read recently where there is an effort to bring the United States horseracing industry into alignment with their European counterparts in regards to the use of drugs in horses. Apparently this action is causing controversy, which baffles me because it appears that the U.S. is the only country which allows certain raceday medications, while clearly horses from other nations can race successfully without being medicated. At any rate, again thank you for taking the time to answer my inquiry.
Cathy Marshall
Lovely picture of you, Zenny!
Brenda S..
Good morning Zenny and dumplings, yesterday was a bitter sweet day, beautiful photo of YOU and your rainbow, heartfelt support and prayers for our dear Kari after her news, not forgetting Sharon in Seattle, and the usual daily quota of humor from Terry C and Diana S who always manage to make me laugh out loud. What a fortunate group we are to be able to come together every day and support each other. Thank you so much Zenny and Dottie for making this possible.
@ Diana S – I’m assuming that Nick Ashford is the one from Ashford and Simpson. Loved them.
@ Kari B – Your link to Dahlia led me to some other videos on the right hand side of the link – Secretariat running and the last video of him so I had tears with my morning tea.
There’s a hint of fall today, a bit cooler and a few leaves already falling so I hope everyone has better weather.
Sunny Boyd
Good morning Zetty,
hot as a pepper sprout here, or will be, man, I wish for you a cool & breezy day, with your buddy T.T. by your side and a little sweet clover here and there among that good Kentucky Blue Grass for you guys to snap up.
I leave you with a chuckle:
Insanity in individuals is rare–but in groups, parties, nations & epochs it is the rule. Friedrich Nietzsche
:) :) :)
Lisa g
Ms Zenyatta, good morning. Hope you and the baby had a cozy rest. Wonder if Your Sarah will be caring the camera again today…it has been exciting with new pics of you and baby bump. I love you, Lisa g.
Stu
Zenny, you and your connections deserve many rainbows and great luck.
Arlene
Yes Lord, let there be a MIRACLE for Kari. How Great Thou Art and al-knowing and always you do what’s in our best interest.
AMEN
Arlene
@Cheryl Ross: I second Trina Nagele – LOVE your name for the foal: Rainbowzend! High hoof to you!
How do you like it Zenny? LOL, Arlene
Barbara Wood
@Quarterhossgal–lol! Love the joke.
@Debbie G–WOuldn’t it be awesome if Will H.’s great granddaughter joined us here and became a Dumpling?
@Sharon in Seattle and Kari–praying without ceasing (almost) for healing and a miracle.
@LouAnn Cingel–so grateful that you are better and back with us!
Now if we could just locate Kathryn Cogswell and get a report on Catherine Uher…..
evy
YOU are the rainbow!!! Love you Queen Z.
Kari Bussell
Good Morning my Queen, I hope you are having a beautiful Zenyatta day. I love YOU!
Patti Labelle’s ….Somewhere Over the Rainbow…I uploaded this Dec.10,2010….I dedicate ths posting to SHARON IN SEATLLE….I am praying for you …I feel the size of a ant that I neglected to leave you a comment yesterday…Stay positive and find JOY in your life…even when you feel sick as a dog…I have become a expert on this and beating the odds…If you need someone who fully understands to talk to…I’m here. karibussell@yahoo.com
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=obkC4F1maeE
Kari Bussell
Good Morning my Queen, I hope you are having a beautiful Zenyatta day. I LOVE YOU!!
This is YOU set to Pattie Labelle’s Somewhere Over the Rainbow…I uploaded this Dec. 10,2010….I dedicate this posting to SHARON IN SEATTLE…I am praying for you…..you are in my thoughts. I feel the soze of a ant that I neglected to leave you a comment yesterday. Stay positive and seek to find and feel the JOY in your life…even when you feel sick as a dog…I have become a expert on this and beating the odds…If you need someone who understands to talk to I am here….
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=obkC4F1maeE
Linda Deutsch
Dear Z…rainbows surround you and your baby because you are a magical horse and you inspire us every day. Thank you, Dottie and team again for bringing such joy to us.
Kari Bussell
@SHARON IN SEATTLE-you can reach me at karibussell@yahoo.com
I tried to leave it all in one comment, but it wouldn’t go through.
Sally (B)
Z, Miss Curosity, I can see your rainbow and the beautiful reflection of your legs! Everything about you is so beautiful, just like a rainbow. I think a rainbow is a little bit of heaven. I am loving your pictures Big Mama!!
love with 2 kisses on your soft nose, one for baby bump, z