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
Cynthia H.
@Kari: You were right! Many admire my redneck (John Deere visor) fascinator. Cackle.
Pat Beck
Cannot wait for new pix of you. Love you always, Z.
LauraJ
Was that Dottie we just saw?
Cynthia H.
I was wondering that too, Laura J.
Eveline
@ Cynthia H. – please describe your fascinator in detail !
LauraJ
@Cynthia H, they haven’t posted any official results for Session 2 yet. I will continue to check.
Kari Bussell
Looked like Dottie to me. I am not sure.
Dear Dottie- you know you are loved when people get so excited about maybe catching a glimpse of YOU!
Cynthia H.
#128 Medaglia d’Oro/Temperance Gift by Kingmambo. Half-sister to Gozzip Girl.
Kari Bussell
#127 Beautiful Curlin/filly!
Cynthia H.
@Laura J: Thank you, Laura.
Cynthia H.
#127 Love any connection to Chester House!
Kari Bussell
#128- cheap price for HER!
@Lauta J- Yes, thank you1
Trina Nagele
@Susan in TN—Condolences, hugs and prayers for you and your family. I am so sorry for your unexpected loss. Wishing you all the strength and courage of a Zenyatta to persevere at this difficult time.
LauraJ
The reserves seem to be set pretty high this year. The auctioneer is doing a lot of cajoling and asking for help.
LauraJ
#130 is a Big Boy! Bernardini.
Kari Bussell
#130 Bernie’s…Awesome!
$335,000..
Kari Bussell
I am loving all the fillies tonight.
LauraJ
#112 purchased by Flag Lake 2.
Cynthia H.
#133 Distorted Humor/Turko’s Turn by Turkoman. Half-sister to HOY Point Given.
Cynthia H.
@Laura J: Thank you! I guess agents can act for more than one party.
LauraJ
#133 was a steal. She’s little, but she’s a late foal. She will grow.
LauraJ
I don’t understand #134. $90K! He looked great and has a top pedigree. Vet report? Skin rash?
Kari Bussell
@Laura J- That confussed me. I was hoping you could explain what I missed.
#136- too beautiful for words….something about those grays.
Cynthia H.
@eveline: Am wearing a “redneck fascinator” tonight (KB rolling eyes). John Deere visor in cerise and teal, with cerise sparklies all over. Cannot hope to compete with partner’s Princess Beatrice special! I thnk her head is listing a bit, from the weight.
LauraJ
@Kari B., between the Unbridled’s Songs and the Tapits, we’re seeing lots of pretty grays!
Cynthia H.
#139 A.P. Indy/Zaftig by Gone West. First foal by Zaftig.
Kari Bussell
#140- OH YEEEESSSS!!!
Eveline
#139 got Zenny ears! @CynthiaH- I’m sure it’s stylish.
Kari Bussell
#147 coming up- we are at #142 for those just joining us.
Cynthia H.
Oh, pleeeeeese breed Zenyatta to Medaglia!