Good Morning,
I remember this TREE so well. It’s located on the grass area just outside the Churchill Downs’ barn where I stayed during the 2010 Breeders’ Cup. Cheers to my BARN 55 pals, FRANK and HARMONIOUS! There they are out enjoying the sunshine together this morning. MY JOHN thought they each looked so relaxed and happy. He also got a kick out of the sign and wanted ME to share it with you.
The Kentucky weather is really quite lovely right now and the future forecasts all look to be very encouraging…clear, sunny, and temperatures ranging from the mid 60’s into the 70’s over the weekend. A bit of rain is forecast for Thursday….so I’m sure ‘paddock schooling today’ for all of the participants will be very active.
My Lane’s End buddies have commented that many of the horses appear to be training forwardly and looking strong each morning. RACE DAY is getting close!
In reading your Diary comments and responses, I’ve noticed so many of you are really enthused about MY PARTY! Thank you! I must say, I can’t wait!
The film crews are being organized so I can attend the event and be right there with ALL of you! Leonard is sending Dottie various other party details so she can share them in my Diary during the next few days. This is so much FUN! A party like this has never been done before, thus, this thought really adds to the anticipation. You know ME…I love being FIRST….but I must say, what truly makes it even more SPECIAL…is I can share this activity with ALL OF YOU!
Yippee, I just heard that members of MY TEAM are coming to visit ME tomorrow afternoon. They were last here in mid-September! I’m sure they’ll think my ‘baby bump’ is progressing splendidly. I also have such a fabulous GLOW about ME. This mom-to-be ‘track’ (no pun intended) I’m now enjoying in my life is truly agreeing with ME….if I say so myself! (Blush, Blush!)
In between all of these other activities, I’m doing my handicapping! There are so many great races to review…and I want to be sure to study every single detail. One thing I’ve definitely noticed, MY BERNIE is well represented with his progeny in this year’s WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS. He has some very solid opportunities for his offspring to perform CLASSICALLY! HOOVES CROSSED!
Have a glorious day!
With Love,
Hugs to All~
Z
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Lovely Link to Freddy Head’s Goldikova and his mixed emotions at such an important time.
http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/65946/mixed-emotions-for-goldikovas-trainer
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@Alex and Abigail
Article said So You Think did wear them in Austrailia and it is to protect him against kickback.
Lynette Lucas
Zenny – Love you beautiful girl!!! Hugs and Kisses from Roswell,NM!!!
Susan in TN
Zenny- what a great photo of Frank and Harmonious! And I noticed that she is NOT tied to the tree! I am pulling for her and Mr. Commons. I am so happy your team will be visiting you tomorrow, Z. I’ll bet they’re excited! Will you and Tasty be done handicapping by then? Is that why they are visiting? :) I am REALLY hoping to be at your party and meet some of your team, Zenny, and meet my Z friends. Hooves crossed! Love you, big girl <3
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ESPN version of Blame and Zenyatta one year later
http://espn.go.com/horse-racing/story/_/id/7178490/zenyatta-blame-year-later
NEVER GIVE UP AND NEVER GIVE IN !!!
Rhonda Clements
So wish I could be at the party, but you are where you will always be in my heart!
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@Dawn Conrad
Hope your are getting to feel better.
Having neck problems is really difficult.
Mary
Tell your team to take some more pictures of you and them Z….. love seeing them….you sure have a connection with Mrs. Moss and Dottie….be sure they take some of you with them and post…and if Mike comes..one with him and you would be fun to see…of course we know you two had a tight connection. I am pulling for Uncle Mo to be across the finish line first. He was so sick…and now he is training so well and loves to go fast…those are his words. :) His Uncle Mike tells us what Mo is thinking and saying. It is all so much fun. Hugs to you Z…..have fun at your party….wish I could be there…but not this time….but will be thinking about you from Lynchburg, Virginia. :)
Susan in TN
@Abigail: Thanks for link to the interview with John. Very fun!
@Dawn C: Sent you an email:)
@ALL: Have a great and happy day!!
Susan Romano
Z, You always make my day!! Susan in SO CAL
Leslie R.
Hi Zenny, I’m happy you are doing well. I wish I could be at your party but unfortunately I can’t attend. I’m sure everyone will have a great time!
I hope you enjoy your visit with Team Z!
I want to wish your friends Harmonious and Mr. Commons and Bernie’s offspring much good luck in their respective races! High hooves to all!
Love to all,
Leslie
Gloria Jeanne - The O.C.
http://www.drf.com/blogs/churchill-downs-moments-lead-2011-breeders-cup
Here are some wonderful images from Barbara Livingston at the Breeders Cup this year… enjoy. There are some really great photos here.
Thanks
Kathy Baldwin
YOUR JOHN ALWAYS TAKES THE COOLEST PICS ZENNY! HE HAS A GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR. ;)
THANKS TO ABIGAIL AND GLORIA JEANNE FOR THE
LINKS!
DAWN CONRAD, AND ANYONE ELSE NOT FEELING UP
TO PAR, SENDING HEALING THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS
YOUR WAY! :)
THANKS DOTTIE AND ZENNY FOR KEEPING US WELL
INFORMED. WISH I COULD BE AT YOUR PARTY!
PEACE & LOVE TO ALL IN THE ZENYATTA NATION,
KATHY from SoCal xoxo
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Her is a link to article on Street Cry and his son Street Sense and also an add on the right for Lanes End visit the Stallion November 6, 2011 Fan Appreication day on the right of the article.
http://www.paulickreport.com:8080/features/the-lane-s-end-weekender-pedigree/lane-s-end-weekender-pedigree-street-sense-breaks-through/
Maryyette
Love you always, Zenny – special kisses and hugs to you and Baby Z!
Best wishes and good thoughts to all –
Dallas from Texas
Good afternoon baby girl, just think, I’ll be on a plane tomorrow this time and will close to you, in the same state. I’m looking so much to your party, just wished you could be there live, wow wouldn’t that be something. What a blessing you have been to all people and specially your fans. This BC will not be the same without your beautiful self dancing in front of everyone. Although it don’t add up, I have a good feeling about the Mo Man on Saturday. Would love to look into your eyes to see what you think. Got to go, love you baby girl
Here to the greatest…Zenyatta
Susan
Did you get your yearbook we sent you in the mail to Kentucky Zenny? It’s just for you! I love you and so do all my students. Have fun at your party.
suew
Zenny, my “official” Breeders Cup calendar arrived today with YOU on the cover. I am in heaven…you look marvelous…as usual.
Allen
So glad to here that you have visitors coming to see you. Just wondering when was the last time Mario got to come for a visit? Have a great afternoon Queen Z and Baby Z.
Elizabeth G.
Hugs, Elizabeth
Kirren
Last weekend, Z, I had my first show with my school’s equestrian team, and I scribed for one of our judges. Guess what? He used to do blood work for you!!! We had a splendid conversation all about YOU! Of course, I was wearing my Z Breeder’s Cup hat, which sparked the conversation.
Since I can’t be there for your party, I hope to see many pictures and video of you this weekend!
As always, love and miss you, Z!
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@Gloria Jeanne
Love the link to Churchill Downs. Looks like the horses are ready to go with all of their fooling around, bucking and rearing etc… Great Photographs.
tony and sue
Zenny…one year later YOU are still the buzz! Love you, big girl and that little baby bump of yours.
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Racing Legends Calendar 2012; Zenny is on the cover
http://coadyphotography.com/Store/Product/2012Calendar.aspx?gclid=CM7VhffbmKwCFSwaQgodsB1DQA
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Racing Legends calendar has Zenny on the cover and December photo. This calendar is beautiful; Eight belles, HDG, Smarty Jones, Curlin ect…. Very well done.
sharon in seattle
signofthetimes -what a great article! Never give up and never give in. Thanks for sharing! Z partygoers, can’t wait to read about the event here — I;m sure it will be exciting,especially when the live feed begins. I can hear the oooohhss and aaaahhhhs now – even some tears, I bet. That would be me, tears of joy!
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Photos of Goldikova at Churchill Downs
http://www.tltoutdoorphotography.com/gallery/Goldikova/IMG_7064
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This may be a better link to photographs of Goldikova 2011 and 2010 BC wins
http://www.tltoutdoorphotography.com/gallery/Goldikova?gclid=CJyvw7HgmKwCFUcaQgodZ0CkOg
MARY
YOUR SO CUTE:)
LauraJ (Cincinnati, OH)
@Daphne, she is due roughly March 7, 2011. She could deliver any time between late February and the very first of April. Horses have an average gestation of 340 days, but can go anywhere from 320 days to 360. Rarely, they will go over a year with no ill effects. The sire is Bernardini (referred to herein as “Bernie”). He is a son of AP Indy, out of the Quiet American mare Cara Rafaela. He won the Preakness and the Jockey Club Gold Cup, among other races. He has turned out to be a highly successful young sire. Several of his progeny will be in various Breeders’ Cup races.