Good Morning,
This is going to be one FUN yet BUSY WEEK! This morning entries are being taken for both days of OUR WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS. A very specific procedure must be followed. Every trainer is to formally enter each horse for the specific race he / she is participating in by 10 a.m. Eastern Time. The final entry fees must be paid and the jockey named.
MY JOHN went to the Racing Office right after his horses trained this morning and did his entries. YEAH, JOHN!
When entries close at 10 a.m. Eastern, the Racing Office officials then prepare the paperwork for each race in relation to the post-position draw. This is going to be televised on HRTV at 1 p.m. Eastern Time. Once the post positions are finalized, the Racing Form, the professional handicappers, and all publicity sources will be able to compile the information for the public. Official programs will be printed….and WE ARE OFF TO THE RACES!
One of the many wonderful things that happens in our industry is the RACING WORLD is like one big family. Often when you travel for certain events, you see many familiar faces.
That is exactly what happened this morning. MY JOHN walked into the Breeders’ Cup offices to place his entries and there working the phones was TOM ROBBINS. I know Tom quite well. He is the The Executive Vice President: Racing and Industry Relations/Racing Secretary for Del Mar Race Track. He used to come by and see ME all of the time when I was at Del Mar to run in the Clement Hirsch each year. Officials from several tracks pitch in to help out. They ALL want everything to run smoothly and be as special as possible for the FANS and ALL participating in these events.
They do a wonderful job!
I must also say, I am getting very excited about MY PARTY. IT IS THIS FRIDAY! MY TEAM has ordered a ‘party present’ for all who are attending. I hear they are TOO CUTE! Then Leonard was telling Dottie that the artists who have worked on MY SPECIAL PAINTING and mini-collectibles of ME will be attending the party to meet with the guests as well.
THE ZENYATTA, a Z drink, will also be introduced. I have always been a Guinness person myself (except now I am being SO GOOD while in-foal)…but I have heard that humans like other types of ‘adult beverages’. This one has apparently been developed and named for ME! I’ve heard about the ingredients and have seen a photo of what it will look like in a glass…but it will be interesting to see how all of you like it! HOOVES CROSSED! I’m requesting an adaptation be made ‘for children’ as well.
The horses from Europe arrived at Churchill Downs over the weekend. They are presently in Quarantine for the required amount of time by legal standards and will be back to the track very soon. It is all so well-planned and organized by everyone who works with these horses.
GOLDIKOVA is on the grounds and I’ve heard she looks fabulous. What a lovely, lovely accomplished horse!
Enjoy your week and ALL of the great racing updates from TV, on-line, and in print! THIS IS SO MUCH FUN!
With Love,
Hugs to All~
Z
Especially Horses
Good morning Z!
Teh Baby
Yes!
Kimberly Potter
My Beautiful Zenyatta~ Yay! I am so excited for this week and for the races on Friday and Saturday. I have taken Friday off so I can watch all the festivities. Sure wish I could be at your Party, but this is the next big thing. I love you with all my heart!
Your #1 fan in Montana!
Especially Horses
A special Z Drink…I hope we get the recipe! It will become a Breeder’s Cup tradition just like a Mint Julep.
Bryna Dambrowski - Long Beach California
Love this – wish I could be at the party. Z, will we be able to buy the mini collectables after the party? I look at your pic with Secretariat every morning – it hangs in my office in a beautiful frame :)
kelly- Allentown, Pa
Love you Zenyatta! ^-^
Alex
That sounds awesome, Zenny! Love you~!
Kathy S.
Good morning all. These are exciting days!!! Everyone stay SAFE…both all the horses and all the people. Can’t wait to get a recipe for THE ZENYATTA, Dottie!
Anna M
I am looking forward to watching the Breeders Cup.. Saturdays races are special to me cause they fall on my birthday.. I am off work on my birthday so I am staying home and watching Horse Racing all day..
Lou Naylor in TX
Good Morning Miss Z. I am coming to your party on Friday. Can hardly wait to see you at your party. Know you will be beautiful as usual. Glad you are doing so well. I love hearing from you everyday. Hope you have a wonderful day with your friends. Love you soo much. Lou
Kimberly Potter/Montana
THE ZENYATTA?!!! Please tell us what it is made with as I must make myself one!
Chris H / Colorado
I’m getting so excited for Friday and Saturday. Told my family that I will be right in front of the TV for several hours this coming weekend.Getting work done so that I can watch HRTV to see where all the horses will be running. I was really hoping that I could go to the Breeder’s Cup this year — but it wasn’t in the cards. Oh well, maybe next year in Sunny Southern California! Hope everyone has a wonderful time at your party!
sharon k in albuquerque
I am so excited “Z!” Can’t wait for the races! I have everything ready to tape on my television! I’m excited to see who will be crowned this year’s Champions! Happy Halloween to you and baby Z! Love to both! :O)
Ann Maree / Tennessee
Hi, Z!
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3 days before I leave to come to your party on Friday!!! I’m going to try to get up real early on Friday and go to Wagner’s for breakfast! Looking forward to seeing your “live” videos, meeting some of your family and friends I’ve made on your site and on Facebook. Big hugs, sweet girl. Ann Maree
Shannon from Cool
I want to try the Z Drink. Bring it on!
Rosemary McCauley - Southern California
I too, hope we will be able to purchase the mini collectibles. Your party is going to be so exciting. Just a couple of days ago (Saturday) I went to the LA Zoo and rode the carousel Zenyatta! It is a beautiful rendition, as is Giacomo and Tiago. It was a beautiful day made even more so by having the beautiful Zenyatta, Giacomo and Tiago carousel. Looking forward to the BC races. I saw a clip of Goldikova in her stall after she arrived at Churchill and she did not look like a horse just off a long flight. She truly does love to travel.
Kathy B.
Good morning Z! Thanks for the wonderful BC info….I felt like I was walking in that office with your John! I think we all wish you were running this year but are very happy you are doing so well and allowing us all to stay involved in your life. What a blessing! My friend and I are going next week to see you on the carousel! Enjoy your party and Happy Halloween everyone!
Linda Henderson
I am excited about Breeders’ Cup too. Two great days of racing. I will be rooting for your John’s entries.
Nancy
Dear Z, please do provide us with a recipe for the Zenyatta cocktail. I’m a light drinker, but I want to be sure to have one in hand while I watch the classic!
Pam Green
This is getting way to exciting watiting to leave for the Breeders Cup and to be at your PARTY Queen Z. Can’t wait to taste your new drink sure it will very special. Get lots of rest before the fun begins~~~
Kim Noble
Love to try the Zenyatta!
Maryyette
Love you, sweet Zenny – good morning and have a wonderful week!
JAG Adores Zenyatta & John Henry / So. CA
HAPPY HALLOWEEN ZENNY!!!! BOO :-)
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Today Im wearing my MIKE SMITH athletic jersey with the Mosses silks stitched over the left breast (blush blush). It is autographed by Mikey. This is one of the two jerseys I bought in honor of YOU, Sweetie! I plan to wear YOUR jersey on Sunday when I visit the LA Zoo (woo hoo!)
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Goldie looked marvelous at Churchill ~ she loves the frequent miles for sure LOL
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All the Z Dumplings attending Zenyatta’s parties – HIGH HOOF!! You will enjoy yourselves for sure! :-)
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{{HUGS}} and KISSES Mamma Zen and Baby B/Z XOXOXOXO Judy G
JAG Adores Zenyatta & John Henry / So. CA
Psssst March 9th (wink wink) ;-)
JAG Adores Zenyatta & John Henry / So. CA
Last night I posted a link to view the video ABC news showed of Jerry and Ann at the carousel ~ it didn’t work! Thanks to Trina, here’s a better link!
http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/video?id=8408947
suew
Zenny, I want a Zenyatta drinkj, too. Will it make me dance? ;-)
Alex Bowdoin - MA
Good Morning to all and a Happy Halloween!! A “Z” drink. How interesting! Since I am not able to attend the BC, please post the recipe when you can….My town did not suffer too much from the Nor’Easter. I have heard Millions are still without power possibly until Wed!!
Good luck to you all, I will say a prayer that you get your power back soon. Hugs to all!!
Tiffany
YAY! Cant wait to see the drink! I cant believe the Breeders Cup and your party is this weekend! I wish I could be there! LOVE YOU Z
Shari Voltzfrom Ohio
Dear Zenyatta I wish so much I could go to your party. I have cried many a tear. I hope all have a really good time. I love you sweet Zenyatta and thank you Dottie for teaching us all about the Great Racing World. Many Hugs and Kisses, Shari XXXOOO
@ GO MO GO!!!
@ Also NO SPIN WON HIS RACE! YEA NO SPIN !!!!
Susie Cartwright
I can’t wait, my sister and I will be there early!! I can’t wait to see the gift and the drink and Ann and Jerry and your John and Dottie and you via telecast!!