Good Morning,
I’m hearing from MY TEAM that ‘working the sale’ requires a great deal of effort, hard work, concentration, and energy! They get up very early each morning and leave for the sales grounds. By that time, David and his crew have already gone over ALL of the horses to be offered that day and come up with the ‘short list’ which Dottie, John and The Moss’ review. All aspects of the individuals are evaluated: conformation, size, pedigree, walk, and other physical qualities! Monitoring the horse’s overall temperament is also a part of this process.
Each horse on this list is inspected. If they make this ‘cut’, the veterinarian then examines the horse and his / her xrays in the repository. The VET also scopes the horse’s throat to be sure “all parts are working well’ for good breathing to take place. A good throat is essential for a race horse!
Once a horse passes all of these steps, the decision is made as to the fair market value of the horse. As many of you may know, at an auction people can get caught up in the bidding. MY TEAM tries to be very careful not to do this. They thoroughly appraise each horse before the bidding begins and really try to stay within those limits while bidding.
If all goes well and the hammer falls while a particular HIP they are bidding on is in the ring, they sign the ticket and he or she is now a part of the racing stable!
Attending a sale as this one, is really a fun process…but truthfully a great deal of hard work. Every moment of every day while there is totally consumed with the SALE. It is all about planning for the future and getting the RIGHT HORSE for the program!
As you can see, BABY REAGAN is resting up for all of the company and activity this week. I think she wants to stay up a bit late on Monday night to see my relative, HIP # 147 sell! I do too!
By the way, HRTV is carrying the first few sessions live on their programming schedule. Otherwise, the internet is the best way to follow the events.
HMMM! This baby thing is rather interesting to ME! Reagan was born on March 7th, 2011. That is about the time MY BABY is due in 2012! I just didn’t realize human babies are so small! They told ME my baby will weigh about 125 pounds or so when he/she is born.) This becoming a MOM is really a fascinating process! I’m learning!
Enjoy the week, the racing, and the sales! Dottie is attending them this week and also spending time visiting with ME! When she returns home, we will update you on all of the action. She also promises that MY JOHN will take some terrific photos of ME to share with all of you!
With Love,
Hugs to All~(To my dear fan who made the Z BLANKET as a thank you….THANK YOU! It is absolutely priceless!)
Z
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@Kari Bissell
Once a Stallion always a Stallion — Cigar; don’t take it personally it is all in the gender/testosterone.
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@ Trina Neagle
Love the Smokey video; love those coon hounds.
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Dear Zenny,
It sounds like you picked the Mosses and they decided it was a good match at the 2005 September yearling sale; so very special to put your head on your “mom to be” shoulder (Ann Moss); just like a puppy picking their owner. Hope you are having fun visiting with your “family”. Looking forward to photos when they get back to CA. XXXXOOOO
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@Trina Naegel
What a lovely poem for Brenda.
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@Barbara Woods
Defineately an true business woman; wish I had the money for a visit; Oh well, this site is the second best. I am afraid a visit would not be enough, a ride would be best.
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All Zenny Fans
This is a wonderful link to “The Foaling Project” that benefits
handicapped children who ride, therapeutically.
http://cs.bloodhorse.com/blogs/beyond-the-blinkers/archive/2011/09/14/the-foal-project-comes-to-lexington.aspx
Trina Nagele
@Kari Bussell—Thanks for the link to Smokey! Go, Smokey, Go! Go, Vols, Go!
@Signofthetimes— Thanks for your comment about the poem, and I’m hereby forwarding your kind remarks about the Smokey video and those darling coonhounds to Kari Bussell, their intended recipient.
Doreen
@All – If you go to Thoroughbredtimes.com, you will find videos of Jerry Moss, Ann Moss and John Sherriffs. There are captions that scroll under the heading of “Top Story”. All you have to do is click on them. I can’t post links to the videos or I would have. Enjoy!!!
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@Terry Crow
Talking heads on HRTV just compared Seattle Slew’s
Loss in Jockey Gold Cup by a nose to Zenny’s BCC 2010
Loss. WOW to greats that will have a related foal
Through Bernie. What a tightly weaves web the TB racing
World is.
Trina Nagele
Here’s a link to the videos Doreen was talking about. You can see that the lovely Ann MOss is wearing her Z pin (of course!, and I think she has on a butterfly necklace–please correct me if I’m mistaken. http://www.thoroughbredtimes.com/
Trina Nagele
@Thanks, Doreen!
Vicki B.
@Doreen – Thanks for the video tip. So nice to see Ann & Jerry talk at the UK seminar. You do have to click on the small photos underneath the main video – there are no direct links. http://www.thoroughbredtimes.com/
Trina Nagele
@signofthetimes—I just visited the link you gave for the Foal Project—what a beautiful idea! Lisa Miller captures on film the first moment after birth when mom greets her baby. Proceeds from sales of photos will benefit therapeutic riding centers for children. There were only two comments up so far, and BOTH mentioned how great it would be if Lisa could capture this moment for Zenny. Of course, my comment echoed that thought, as you’ll see when it passes moderation. Thanks, Signofthetimes!
Vicki B.
I looked again at the TBTimes page, because I had missed the separate interview with John Shirreffs, it’s quite a ways off to the right of Jerry’s & Ann’s, on the scroller.
Kari Bussell
@Trina Nigale-Thank you so very much for the link to Team-Z interviews.
@Vickie B- Thank you for pointing out the interview with Mr. Shirreffs. I would have missed it. It is always a joy to see Ann & Jerry Moss & Mr. Shirreffs talk about our beloved Zenyatta….Thank YOU! JOY!!!
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@Trina Nagele
I thought of that, but I think that is going to be a very very very private moment due to her $$$$ worth and the foal $$$$ worth.
Barbara Wood
@Kari Bussell– I love, love love the video of Smokey. Yes, that was the dog I saw. He just MIGHT make me a Vols fan…except when our Lady Bears go to Knoxville! Thanks for sharing. Hugs.
Vicki B.
@Kari Bussell – You’re welcome. Doreen had mentioned John in her tip, but it wasn’t obvious at first, easy to miss.
tony and sue
Zenny, we’re finally back from our trip. We hope you are spending lots of quality time with your CA family. Sleep tight, sweet dreams.
Quarterhossgal
Hi Big Z and Little Z….hope you are having a good day!
Trina: My mare is doing better, thank you for asking. She is now in a EVA pad with equiwrap and is more comfortable now.
Susan in Tn: I’m thinking of you.
Denise
Best wishes Team Z!!! As always Dottie, you are the best at teaching us about the sport of horse racing and sharing Queen Z with us. You are a special gift to this sport and all to of the Z fans !! Thank you so much for all that you do !!
Linda in NJ
Hi Zenny: Thinking about you and hope you are enjoying the visit with your family. Needless to say, they couldn’t wait to see you. I bet you had a fun time talking about this past racing season and discussing this and that about your former stable neighbors. What fun you must be having. I can’t wait to see the pictures John took of you. I bet your KY team had you looking beautiful for the visit. Of course Zenny, you are beautiful so they did have to try too hard. Take care, Zenny. Love you!
Trina Nagele
@Tony and Sue—Welcome back! Hope you had a fantastic time on your trip.
Peggy (N)
@Kari B, Thank you so much for your well wishes.
@Zenny have a wonderful weekend. Luv Ya very much.
Delrene
@Doreen – Thank you so much for the tip on the videos re: The Moss’s and Zenny’ JOHN. So nice to hear from them. I looked at TT and did not realize you could click on the little pictures. So glad to know. They are priceless. I’m sure they will find some nice horses, but never ever another Zenyatta. She is so special. Thanks to Dottie and John and the Moss’s and all connections for keeping us in the loop.
DJ
For “Z” Friends who would like to close this day and share a Night Prayer:
…………………………………..
I will praise you to the heights, O God my king –
I will bless your name for ever and for all time.
The Lord is great, to him all praise is due –
He is great beyond measuring.
Generation will pass to generation the praise of your deeds, and tell the wonders you have done.
They will tell of your overwhelming power,
and pass on the tale of your greatness.
They will cry out the story of your great kindness,
they will celebrate your judgements.
The Lord takes pity, his heart is merciful,
He is patient and endlessly kind.
The Lord is gentle to all –
He shows his kindness to all his creation.
Let all your creatures proclaim you, O Lord,
let your chosen ones bless you.
Let them tell of the glory of your reign,
let them speak of your power –
so that the children of men may know what you can do,
see the glory of your kingdom and its greatness.
Your kingdom stands firm for all ages,
your rule lasts for ever and ever.
………………………………Ps 144
Trina Nagele
Good night, Zenny. Sleep tight till the morning light.
Beth Buckley
Anybody else in Dottie withdrawal? I’m beginning to experience tremors.
DJ
Good morning Sweet “Z” and little “z” and all “Z” Friends! I have a good feeling there will be a new Hoofprint today so just a quick ‘Hello!’ with hugs. Have been especially busy these days and all is well. So good to hear from my friends…and catch up on TC’s great jokes! :) Blessings to All for a beautiful Today!
georgia harper
@Beth Buckley YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!