Zenyatta

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Diary Post #384

Here's Judy…with ME at the Los Angeles Zoo! Photos from Judy's Files!

Good Morning,

This is SO EXCITING! I am hearing from quite a few people that the TOM MANKIEWICZ CAROUSEL…which I am a part of….at the Los Angeles Zoo is quite a success. Several friends have sent Dottie emails stating they have already been out to see it…and ride ME! A special fan, Judy Gadwood, organized a recent trip to the Zoo and several of my dear friends joined her in the fun! From all reports, they had a GREAT TIME!


A few of them decided it would be rather fun to do a MIKIE impression while riding ME! Here’s TROTT volunteer, Delia St. Pierre, revisiting a MIKE MOMENT that was very special to ME in my life-time!

I can’t tell you how wonderful this makes ME feel. This carousel is hoping to ‘really make a difference at the Zoo’ and help raise funds to aid in the care and maintenance of all of the other animal exhibits. I feel so grateful to be a part of this.

I’m also so excited….YOU are having fun riding ME!


I have so much to be grateful and thankful for in my life. This is the season to reflect on all of these things….and I so appreciate ALL of the LOVE, KINDNESS, THOUGHTFULNESS, and SUPPORT you have given to ME each day.

If you are traveling for the holiday, BE SAFE! If you are staying at home, enjoy each moment!

With Love,
Hugs to All~
Z

Reader Interactions

181 Comments

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    We love you soooo much, Zenyatta – and you and yours have a wonderful and blessed Thanksgiving! Love always, Maryyette

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    You look marvelous darling ,just marvelous. They could make you out of anything and you would shine. Your image is impeccable. Love you Zen and all your team.
    Have a blessed THANKSGIVING

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    Have a wonderful Thanksgiving, Z – and the same to all those who are taking such good care of you, Tasty, and the “soon-to-be’s”!!!!! Love you!!

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    Dear Z, Z Team and Z Fans:

    Wishing all of you a very Happy Thanksgiving. Love and Hugs, Judy and Russ

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    I love you Zenyatta and all your Zenyatta team, may your Thanksgiving be a blessed and joyous one! Hope you get a carrot pear pie Zenny!! It’s so wonderful to hear you reflect on all you are grateful for!

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    Its funny Z that when my mom was alive, and I came to visit here each year for vacation (I lived in Grant Co., KY)we would always go to the Gene Autrey Museum. We would also go by the carousel. I wish she was still around so we could go up to see you! Happy Thanksgiving Z.

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    Hi Zenny fans riding the carousel.
    You all look so full of joy. Trott, your Mike impersonation makes me smile. I’ve been on travel (still am) so I have a lot of back posts and comments to read. I’m sure some of the prior posts will inspire me to comment, but until then I’d like to wish all Z-posters a blessed Thanksgiving. Belonging to God brings boundless blessings.
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    The world seeks fulfillment in the pleasures they adore;
    But those who follow Jesus Christ are given so much more. —Sper

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    Zenyatta – and Dottie – those are absolutely priceless pictures on the carousel. Thanks, glad to see some posted. @JAG – great shot! Too Cute ( as we say on this website).

    All have a wonderful Thanksgiving. It’s a beautiful day in Carlsbad – You and TT have fun romping and enjoying any and all treats that come your way.
    Two all two legged Z’sters, do the same. The holidays are officially upon us. Enjoy.

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    No, we are the grateful and thankful ones to have you in our lives. You are so very special.
    Are you having carrots, apples , bananas etc., big girl? Sounds good to me.
    Wishing all a wonderful Thanksgiving. Be safe.
    Love , hugs and kisses

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    Dear Great One and Z’isters,
    At this very special time of year I want to wish each of you all the best for safe travels and warm times with family and friends. To you, Dear Girl, and Baby Z-B, I wish continued good health and progress toward a wonderful birth in March and the love-at-first-sight you will both experience.
    Your humble J

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    I can’t wait for my next visit to the zoo to ride YOU! Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving to Z, the Z family, and Z friends!

    As always, love and miss you, Z!

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    Wow!! That is really a neat thing that you are on a carousel and EVERYBODY can have the honor of riding you. Happy Thanksgiving to you Zenyatta and all your team of caregivers!

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    A joyous Thanksgiving to you Z and all involved with you. Your spirit is so awe inspiring and we are so lucky to have you all in our lives. These posts are so lovely and we thank you!!!!!!

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    @Heidi (Vallejo, Calif) from post #383: A post mentioned that a horse named Ghost Gunner ran in a stakes race at Aqueduct this weekend and was vanned off. They wanted to know if anyone heard how he was doing. I responded with a link I found and unfortunately he had to be euthanized due to the extent of his injuries.
    Sarah – Happy belated birthday!! Thank you for all that you do. Your pictures are fantastic and through them we feel so much closer to Zenny. It’s almost like being there!!
    Zenny – you make such a beautiful carousel horse. Thank you for sharing yourself with us. Have a great Thanksgiving with your best friend Tasty. I’m sure that both of you will be having a feast of your own.
    Happy Thanksgiving to Team Z, Team LE, and to all Z fans!!!

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    Zenyatta,

    Thanks Judy for the great pics. Next time I visit my family in CA, I definitely will make a trip to the LA zoo to ride the carousel and Z. Happy Thanksgiving to you Mama Z and all your friends at LE, and to all of Team Z. and to our wonderful and caring Zster’s… xoxo.

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    Happy Thanksgiving Momma Z and Family! Also to all the fans of Zenyatta, have a wonderful Thanksgiving and shop til you drop! xoxo

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    Hello Pretty Girl! Aww….you say the nicest things to us! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday too Zenyatta! I love you!

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    I can not wait to visit the carousel and have my picture taken riding your likeness Zenyatta. Hey let all of your friends that the 2nd part of my story about you has been posted today on racingwrite.com. I’m having a great time reliving every memory of your racing career.

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