Happy Friday!
As you can see, I’m getting my BEAUTY REST and making sure that I am taking great care of myself these days!
Additionally, I want to get plenty of rest so I can be energized and watch all of the terrific weekend of racing on both coasts. I’m going to be spending tons of time with my guys here at LANE’S END handicapping and watching the races. The conversation around the barn is already heating up now on who likes who in which race…and why! It is great FUN!
From Saratoga, running the Travers and the King’s Bishop… to Del Mar carding the Pat O’Brien and the Pacific Classic to name a few of the quality stakes running the next few days, it will be one very sporting weekend.
Uncle Mo…is making his first start back in the King’s Bishop since ‘feeling under the weather’ around Kentucky Derby time. There are so many contentious 3 year old colts running in the Travers….that I will really have to study the FORM here.
Then in Del Mar, they are running The Pacific Classic which is their premiere race of the entire meet. My farm, Lane’s End, has a horse competing in the field…TWIRLING CANDY. So this is very, very exciting!
My friend, BLIND LUCK, and her connections decided to ‘skip’ the Pacific Classic for this year and have her compete on another path: The Lady’s Secret and if all goes well The Breeders’ Cup Ladies Classic. These are both very distinguished and prestigious races….I know them quite well. All the best to her and her future plans.
Enjoy your weekend! Have a terrific time watching all of these high quality races! It is SO MUCH FUN! I can’t wait!
Hey, Matt, Charles, Mike, David and Sarah…who do you like???
With Love,
Hugs to All~
Z
Sharon Call
@Bob (from 327). Every once in a while, little creepy things come out from the woodwork. Congrats on being the first one in a while. My questions is – if Z is so over-rated, why did you read over half of the post before you put in your -2C worth? Rhetorical question – please don’t answer. Look up the word if you don’t understand anything over 2 syllables.
Rosanne Glynn
ahh you look so beautiful Zen! I love you and glad you are resting and taking care of yourself and that beautiful little baby.
Terry Crow
@Kari Bussell-If the joke brought a smile to your face, I am a success. @Judy Berube and Sharon Call-Glad you enjoyed the joke. My Late sister-in-law was from Memphis so I have learned to interpret that precious dialect. @Judy Berube-As for Bob, I don’t think that Zenyatta would allow him to do what I have suggested he do. One can post on a blog such as this and express a contrary opinion, but that was too much.
Diana Hanson
Zen, you look so beautiful laying there; so peaceful. Hoping you have a great relaxing weekend. Lov ya Big Girl!
Ingrid Arnone
You are the pretties sleeping beauty, you look so relax, love you, good luck to all this weekend, Ingrid.
Terry Crow
@Zenyatta-Great picture of you in the hay. I love my adult daughter, but I miss the little girl.
judy berube
Dear lalter:
Sad story. RIP Calvin. Hugs, J.B.
Barbara W
Fantastic photo…..gosh you are so beautiful! Heading your way for the Breader’s Cup and touring Lane’s End….hope we get to see you from afar….better yet up close but understand why that is not possible. Love you.
judy berube
Dear Terry Crow:
I think you are right, Z would not allow that. Suffice it to say, everyone is entitled to their own opinion. However, some opinions are dumb, misinformed and just wrong. Hugs, J.B.
Jan
Oh Zenyatta, you are such a DIVA, but in a good way. :) Lane’s End is really taking good care of you. You look so healthy and glowing. Good luck Twirling Candy & Uncle Mo, and Mr. Commons. To all the horses and jockeys, a safe trip.
@The Kennendys, Thanks for the stories about Zenyatta and Team Z.
God Bless and stay safe to all up in the East Coast.
Denise in AZ
@JAG– how in the world did that fawn end up there??? holy smoke!
Margaret
Hay Everyone Ginger Kathrens and Cloud will be on PBS tonight. The show is Need to Know. PBS is doing their fund raising thing so if you’re gonna record it you to account time for that.
This show also repeats a couple of times this weekend. Check out PBS for your local time and channel.
Please help pass the word.
judy berube
Dear Karen Gogue:
Thanks for your Blessing for us in the East and Blessing right back to you. Hugs, J.B.
Marilu V
@ To the Kennedys: Thank you for sharing that heartwarming story between Zenyatta and Bob. Bob must miss her very much.
We are so blessed with all of you who share these stories with us. That is why I love this website. Marilu
Mary
Sweet Dreams Zenyatta.
Do you dream of racing, I wonder…..
Hugs and Prayers
judy berube
Dear Chris H.:
What a beautiful quote. I’m sorry to say I have never owned a horse. But I have seen them up close and been able to pet them. That quote clearly expresses what it must be like to have them in your life. Hugs, J.B.
Shannon From Cool
I wonder what YOU dream about?
judy berube
Dear Margaret:
Thanks for the info on PBS coverage of Cloud. Hugs, J.B.
judy berube
Dear Kennedy’s in S.D.:
Thank you for another Z Gem. She has such a delightful personality. Have a wonderful trip and fill us in when you get back. Hugs, J.B.
judy berube
Dear Kari B.:
Thank you for your well wishes for us here in the N.E. Hugs, J.B.
Brenda S..
@ JAG – what a heartwarming video, that poor little fawn must have been terrified by the noise from the Jaws of Life.
@ Karen G – How are you getting along with your plans?? Do you need any help?
judy berube
Dear Max:
Thank you for your well wishes for us here in New England and the East Coast. Hugs, J.B.
judy berube
Dear Denise in AZ:
Wishing you and your husband the best. Hugs, J.B.
Max
@judy berube I really hope that this storm weakens to just rain and no one gets hurt. Take care and keep us advised of how you are doing.
judy berube
Dear Max:
Thank you so much for your sweet concern. The forecast seems to be that the storm will hit Long Island, N.Y. and move up the coast to us. We’ll hope for the best; not too much wind. Hugs, J.B.
Kathy Kimber
Cynthia H. and Karen Grogue: I’m praying you have good luck this weekend for that special project.
@Kennedy’s)have a safe trip, enjoy and thank you for the lovely Zenyatta jewel moment.
@Kerry Bussell: A very special wish for you.
judy berube
Dear JAG:
Cute story about your Z Sticker. Thanks for sharing. Hugs, J.B.
Lynn
Love You Zen Glad you are getting a little nap , Love to all who take care of our Girl ,, xoxoxo
Kathy Kimber
@*Noor’s Dig: Echoing Karen Grogue’s thoughts. Burly Parks sons were driving from Salt Lake City to Loma Rica bringing there shovels and coveralls to help. They said there father taught them the value of hard work and it would be an honor to help with the dig. They will be flying to Kentucky for the ceremony on Wed. This journey means a great deal to all of the Park family. I’m hoping all is going well may know more later.
@ The Hurrincaine: All on the east coast try and stay safe and out of harm’s way if possible. Thoughts and prayers are with you that God takes you all under he protection.
Sharon Call
@KariBussell and all Z fans. Kari, I was just going back through things that I have save to “My Favorites” on my computer and ran across the video you did of Z to the music of “One” featuring Bono and Mary J. Blige. Before your video, I had not heard this duet before which is unusual, because I am a huge fan of both artists. I just watched it again and am so touched by the music and how you captured all of the video of Z and the pictures, including the one of the elderly gentleman that came out of the crowd at Keeneland to hug Z’s neck and how she stood so still and let him. The look on that man’s face as he pettd her and looked up at her says everything that could ever be said about this horse and how she touches people. I’m so glad you thought so too and caught that moment in the music you chose. You and I had swapped comments on putting Z’s retirement to Pavarotti’s Nessun Dorma, but you don’t need to. This portays everything about this magnificent creature that we are so lucky to be able to share. Here is the link for those who may have missed it and I truly hope it touches you and it has me.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WxmAcuzkp8w