Good Morning,
Yesterday was an especially FUN and REWARDING DAY for ME! I was able to relax, graze, and reconnect with dear friends.
As many of you may know, one charity I have consistently worked to help throughout ALL of my career is OLD FRIENDS. This organization which is based out of Kentucky (and now has a branch, The Frankel Division, in New York by Saratoga) works to enable “OLD” racehorses….no matter what their ages….to live their lives with joy, purpose, and dignity.
Michael Blowen is the founder of OLD FRIENDS. Yesterday, he came out to visit with ME and update ME on the progress, accomplishments, and goals we are meeting….and how I have helped in this quest.
A dear friend of Michael’s, for many years…since he was a writer for the Boston Globe….came along for the visit. I think she was truly as excited to MEET ME as I was to be introduced to her! Her name is Angie Dickinson. Angie has spent her life in the entertainment industry and met so many amazing people…but, I must say, I think she really did GET A KICK out of meeting ME! Every time she touched ME…she giggled. Now this is TOO CUTE!
Additionally, Angie has also done a great deal on so many levels to support OLD FRIENDS.
I truly believe it is FABULOUS that my dear retired racehorse pals have so many wonderful people from so many different walks of life who constantly do SO MUCH behind the scenes to help. For Angie, Michael and myself….it is a gesture guided by passion and love for the HORSE. We are extremely grateful for all of the generosity and LOVE people show to our dear ‘retired’ racehorse friends.
With Love,
Hugs to All~(Great meeting you Angie!)
Z
judy berube
Dear Sharon in Seattle:
To the Dumpling Reunion at SA. Hugs, J.B.
judy berube
Dear Anna M.:
Best wishes to you and your family. Hugs, J.B.
judy berube
Dear Doreen:
Thanks for the info on Old Friends, Stillwater, N. Y. That’s great. Hugs, J.B.
Ingrid Arnone
My dear Zenyatta, your friend Michael Blowen, he deservers a gold medal, because what he does is a wonderful thing, I only hope that all the old retired horses can go to his place.
I hope when you time comes to retire you can go to a place like that! Love you Ingrid.
judy berube
Dear JAG:
Thanks for all the great links. Guess we’ll have to wait for the Lady’s Secret Stakes to see BL race. Hugs, J.B.
Jeanenne Cliffman
Old Friends is a wonderful organization and I love the farm near Lexington – it is one of the most heartwarming places I have EVER been. You, Queen Z, are a GREAT Ambassador for them and their work. Thank you for updating us on your progress and Old Friends’. Love you and Baby ZB, xxxxoooo
Sharon in Seattle
hello Dawn and Kathy and everyone who is grateful for your words of encouragement – I will always look back at #326 to reread your beautiful words. I’m overwhelmed in a very good way. and to Judy – YES, to the DR at SA for the BC!! whoopee!! : )
Lisa g
@Sharon in S, If the good Lord allows, I would love to vacation in November 2012 to visit my family, and meet my Z family at the BC in SA…It would be an honor to meet all of you…Hope I can make it, and see you there..if not, always in spirit..Lisa g
Lisa g
@Anna M, come to Zenyatta’s World often, as you are not alone. Lisa g.
Doreen
@judy berube – You’re welcome. I know that I have mentioned this in earlier posts, but a lot of horses aren’t as fortunate as our Zenny. Having a new and larger division opening up in the future to help less fortunate horses or for horses that responsible owners want to share with the public is always a win-win situation, not only for these noble horses that give so much, but for those who look out for their welfare and are part of the racing industry. I’m sorry if I’m redundant, but their welfare has always been my #1 concern as a racing enthusiast.
Susan in TN
Zenny- aren’t you something? Michael Blowen is amazing and I’ll bet he was excited to meet you! And Angie Dickinson giggling whenever she touched you? Too cute! Just think of all the good vibes your baby is receiving thru you! You are a wonder and a marvel! Love you <3
Kari Bussell
@Sharon in Seattle- I left you a comment along at the end of #325..I hope you saw it …You are in my thoughts & prayers.
@Lisa g.- Thank you. I am at peace, still fighting & I believe!
@Kate Wheeler- Thank you. YOUR words bless ME!!
@signofthetimes-Ready to Rumble? BLUE! LOL….
thank you for all your kindness…
@Katy Balwin-Thank you-I love that scripture!
@Susan in TN-Thank you for ALL your kindness, not just for me , for HORSES. I also want to save them ALL!!!
@ZENYATTA- I am dreaming of YOU this day. This video makes me believe!
@ALL- This video is as precious and beautiful as it gets…It WILL make you smile…Mother & foal’s first “bath”…NOT MINE!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6RrHnrqjnJc
Kari Bussell
@Sharon in Seattle- That should read along with others at the end of #325…
Susan in TN
@JAG: Thank you for re-posting the candle site. I’m going back today for our friends Kari B, Sharon in Seattle, Lou Ann Cingel, Anna M, Amanda Gilliland, Kimberly Potter’s babies, our John’s mother, Nancy’s husband, Catherine Uher , our rain-less friends in Texas,Pat Summit and you, JAG, who is still dealing with a big loss. And you, too, Diana S- hoping for the best for your sister<3
Suzanne G
Dear Zenyatta,
What a lot of star power in those beautiful pictures! So glad that all of you are so dedicated to helping ‘Old Friends’. Thanks for sharing your ‘tickle’ party. Love and hugs, Suzanne G
@Kari Bussell–hope you find strength and courage through all the positive energy on this site.
@special thanks for link on Reckless–absolutely amazing story!
Suzanne G
Sorry I lost your name…
@Judy Sims–Reckless link!!!
Lisa g
@Gary Moulton (325), not a second thought. There are so many wonderful posts it is not as easy task to reply to all of them, I try, but I know I miss some. When I get behind on posts, it is nearly impossible to catch up..I have tried several times….Forgive me…Lisa g
Lisa g
@KariB: Thank you for the bathing link, cannot wait to get home, take care of my baby girl, Lucy, and then watch this video. Horses’ bathing, are just fasinating to me, they look so contented. Thank you…I love you…Just think all the times I enjoyed YOUR videos, I did not know you were the one that produced them..I think it was early this year (See post to Gary Moulton, that is probably why)..I love you…Lisa g.
Deborah Richman
Z, you are such a “humanitarian” with all your charitable work! Old Friends is such an important place. And how wonderful that Angie Dickenson supports it, and that she tickled you! Too cute!
Sharon in Seattle…sending you lots and lots of Z love, hugs, and prayers. And I second what Judy B said: to the Dumpling Reunion at SA!
Anna M… a Z hug to you and your family as you observe the anniversary of your dear grandfather’s passing. And thank you for sharing your struggle with depression. Glad the medication is helping, and I hope that with each passing day, the darkness receeds more and the clear fresh light of day prevails.
Know that you are not alone.
Dawn…BEAUTIFUL :)
Kari Bussell
@Suzanne G. Thank you. I do!!
@Lisa g. I think you will LOVE this one then! It is precious!…and love you too!…also I am the Queen of getting too far behind to catch up!…I also hold the honor of Queen of typos, poor phrasing…and I am The Space Queen-LOLOL!
@Arlene- God Bless YOU!!
Zenyatta YOU are OUR FOREVER QUEEN OF HEARTS & CHAMPIONS…
Martha Kinkead
Happy Wednesday to you Queen Z. I am so glad that you are a friend of Michael Blowen and Old Friends. I was fortunate to meet Michael and to tour the Old Friends farm. They are doing a wonderful job helping retired racehorses. And, you are doing so much to help them. Wow, you got to meet Angie Dickinson! You are beautiful Queen Z. I love you!!!
Deborah Richman
Kari B…that video is so precious!! You not only MAKE the best videos, you FIND them too :)
Thank you! You always bring a smile :)
Kimberly Potter
Re-post from #325
@ALL~ I have been out of the loop for way too long! Have not been able to read all the posts….BUT…
@Sharon in Seattle and Kari Bussell~ I do not know exactly what is going on in each of your lives right now, but please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. You know this ARMY has your back. HUGZ
@ALL~ Mommy and baby are still holding their own…THANKS again for all your thoughts and prayers. Will keep you updated as time goes on. I love this place….
@Susan in TN: Yes, that would be the #1 baby in Montana….lol
Zenyatta’s #1 fan in Montana!!
Kathy Baldwin
Ah, ZENNY…What wonderful visitors you had!
I used to see ANGIE DICKINSON at DEL MAR all
the time back in the late 60’s and into the
70’s, when she was married to the great BURT
BACHARACH. A very lovely lady. They were a
friendly couple and always smiling. Still
see BURT sometimes at all the SoCal tracks.
Thanks for the post DOTTIE! ;)
PEACE & LOVE,
Kathy from SoCal xoxo
Brenda S..
Zenny, You have a knack for bringing the rich and famous to your side. I hope they realise how lucky they are visiting such a Queen and again, Sarah and her camera record it for us to share.
@ The Kennedys – Thanks for helping my geriatric brain remember that it was Burt Bacharach, the old cells were trying hard to come with a connection for Angie to Herb Alpert. It all makes musical sense to me now.
Kathy Baldwin
KARI B, What a darling video about TEMPO!
Thanks much! :) I think everyone enjoyed it!
Kathy from SoCal xo
suew
zenny, your diary always warms my heart. YOU are the star of the show, for everyone. Thanks for letting us know about your visitors. I’d giggle, too, if I could touch you and give you a hug.
Arlene
ZENNY, What wonderful posts from you and your fans!!!
@Kate Wheeler & Dawn Conrad:B E A U T I F U L
!!!
@Kari Bussell & Sharon in Seattle: May I say AMEN TO Kate Wheeler & Dawn Conrad’s meaningful, heartfelt words. LOL & Hugs
Kari Bussell
1st race at Del Mar in 30 minutes….Go Moroccan GO!…MY dearest friend I am right there with you in spirit. …A toast to Team-Z and beautiful memories!
@Sally(B)- Thank you!!..it is a very beautiful song!
@Kimberly Potter- thank you sweet soul!…& HUGZ & JOY back to you.
Penny
Dear Zenny,
My heart is very heavy; I am suffering a terrible loss but when I read your postings, they put a smile on my face. Your owners are very generous with their success and the charity work that you continue to do is admirable. Be well MomMa. XOXOXO, Penny