Zenyatta

Queen of Racing

Z's Diary

Diary Post #425

It's ME! Photo by Sarah Campion

Hello Everyone,

At times, I would imagine we all do this, individuals mentally review the different things going on in their lives. A moment of quiet reflection can be such a positive thing. I usually do this type of ‘thinking’ when I am out walking quietly in my paddock…enjoying the environment, nature, and all of the beauty and peace surrounding ME.

This morning, while I was out grazing and snacking in my paddock, I admittedly came to the conclusion that I have put on a ‘bit of weight’ lately! Not too much….the proper amount…but my body has definitely changed!

While I was contemplating this thought, and of course APPRECIATING the fact that I am currently eating for TWO, I did conclude that I look rather fabulous for a mare at this stage of her pregnancy. My coat is great…my dapples are glowing…and my muscles are still quite ‘toned up’. Having been a professional athlete for so many years, these qualities are extremely important to ME!

Thus, upon reflection, I must say that I have put on the necessary ‘baby weight’, however, I did want to give myself a HIGH HOOF for taking such great care of myself and my body! Without a doubt, I could not do all of this without the loving assistance from my pals here at Lane’s End. They, too, work hard to be sure I am always doing everything right!

At this very moment, while I was deep in thought on all of this, Sarah happened to be driving by my paddock going from one part of the farm to the main office. When she saw ME standing so close to the fence…she jumped out of her car and took this photo. We thought it would be special to share with ALL OF YOU this morning!

YES, HAPPILY…IT’S ME…BABY BUMP and ALL!

Sweetly, Sarah stayed around for a bit. We visited, we played, and we caught up on everything going on in our ‘horse world’. It has definitely been a ‘FUN and FEEL GOOD’ morning!

With Love,
Hugs to All~ (I hope you do something FUN today!)
Z

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        Me too, it kept asking for a letter and # combo and there wasn’t any letter listed. I want to wish her a happy birthday but it won’t work.

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        Barbara & Sue, even though it says “letter & number combination”, there were only two numbers to add (e.g. 5 + 8), so I just put the sum (13) in the little box right after the “=” sign. Then I put in my Birthday message in the box above that, as well as my name & email, and clicked “Submit”. It said it will be posted after being reviewed. So try again, and Good Luck!

        • Thank you, Gloria, for the link and thank YOU, Vicki B, for explaining how to enter the sum in the little box!

        • Vicki, thanks so much for explaining, it worked! I love this woman and am so glad I could send her my best wishes.

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      Thanks Rosemary for the link,I also signed the card for Ms. Chenery,she is a great lady and has contributed so much to the world of horse racing.She has been my idol for years and Secretariat was my very first big horse !!!

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      Gloria – Thank you so much for this link. I went right out and sent her a birthday message. 90 years!! Ms. Chenery is one of the most remarkable women ever. She has done so much for each and every fan of horse racing. I appreciate that she recognized the amazing love we had for her Secretariat and has done all she can to honor it and keep his memory alive.

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    Zenyatta you look great but then again how could you not your zenyatta. I must say very nice picture of you. i am not shocked that you are still nicly tone and put on enough wieght.

    I found this youtube video of the breeders cup races at santa anita. It was used i belive to get people to come to the 2010 breeder cup It’s called breeders cup wavin flag

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=spnkiUOCtwQ

    take care. (My wish for you is to have a safe and happy dilvery and that thoe foal is healthy.)

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      JJ, I had never seen that one before. It was fun to watch. Of course as soon as I saw our Z, Mikey, Dottie and Ann I got a big smile on my face, welled up and got a lump in my throat. Always happens.

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      Thank you for this beautiful video. I will absolutely adopt a retired racer one day. Nothing more moving than a greyhound and thoroughbred in full run. Our therapy group has a few retired racers, they are wonderful sensitive therapy dogs. My favorite color is brindle, the mix I have now is a dark brindle.

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        Brought tears to my eyes too. Very moving. High hoof to all the rescuers and adopters of these beautiful dogs.

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    Loveable Z; I am sure happy Sarah stopped by and snapped this picture of you. High hoofs for staying in such wonderful shape even though eating for two.
    There are special times to enjoy nature by ones self and contemplate; I do it frequently so I understand you Z.
    High hopes and prayers for you and baby z and Tasty too.
    love you, 2 kisses on your soft nose, one for baby z

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    You are one beautiful girl, Zenyatta,” Baby Bump” and all. I love you. Wish I could give you a hug and kiss. Blessings always.

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    Hi Z. great picture that Sarah took of you, very happ and content the way it should be. Love and kisses to you and TT and stay well.
    Thanks for all the interesting info. on this site today.
    XOXO to the Queen and TT.

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    Zenny – I hope you and Tasty enjoyed the time you spent with each other out in the paddock today.
    Sarah – thanks for the lovely picture of Zenny. You can really tell close up how heavy in foal she is.
    From Post #424:
    @Heidi Kruckenberg (Vallejo, CA) – War Horse was also nominated for Best Art Direction, Best Cinematography, and Best Original Score. I don’t know why they didn’t dominate Finders Key for Best Actor. I would have loved to have heard his acceptance speech!!! I too usually wait until the movie is out on DVD before watching it.
    @signofthetimes – you are so correct, especially when it comes to talent. My professor of my Large Animal class trains horses (non-racing) and she says that talent is more important than pedigree. I agree, but I believe that pedigree as well as conformation does help when it comes to surface and distance. There are aberrations, i.e., not running to their pedigree, but for the most part it’s an excellent frame of reference. I saw the Green Monkey when he ran his maiden race at Belmont Park. I took several pictures of him – you don’t see a $16 million dollar horse but once in a life time if that. I read that he had injuries while he was a two-year old and he never was able to get back to the form that he was in when he ran an eighth of a mile in: 9 4/5 during the Fasig-Tipton Florida Select Sales for 2-year-olds in training.

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    Oh yes, for sure Zenyatta, you and your baby bump look exceptionally good. They at Lane’s End are taking excellent care of you as it shows by the way you look. So glad that you are doing so well and are so happy. It really is great that all the people associated with you, share their pics of you with us all out here-thanks lots to them.
    You take care of yourself and your baby bump, before you know it, the little bump will be out and standing right next to you Zenyatta!
    Sending my Love & Blessings!

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    Still thinking about you Z, ummmm, what could I get for you for your baby z that you won’t already have. I haven’t been an Auntie to a horse before and this is sooooo exciting. ummm, I’ll keep thinking! love, kisses on your soft nose. Auntie Sally

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    Hi Zenyatta. Please thank Sarah for posting all of the gorgeous pictures of you with baby bump. You look simply wonderful. Where was Tasty? Loved the poster of Rapid Redux and the video of famous horses as foals. Too cute. Thank you also for providing the link to posting a happy birthday wish to Ms. Chenery. Everyone on this site is always so wonderful and thoughtful. How many more days do we think before Zenyatta’s baby is born? Just love this foal watch. Hopefully, we can watch baby romping in the paddock. Can’t wait to see Zenyatta’s and Tasty’s foals playing together. Will they keep them all together in the same paddock area? Zenyatta and Tasty, please stay toasty, eat well for two and enjoy these wonderful times together. Love you, Angels.

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    My day is almost over, Sweet Cheeks!
    {{{HUGSS}} and peppermint kisses to you and baby z – lots of happy thoughts being sent to you and your BFF, Tasty :-)
    Nanny/Auntie Judy G

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    Zenyatta, it must be really nice for you to be alone, walking around in your paddock, thinking and reflecting and sorting things out in your mind. I do that all the time. I know you’ll be doing much much more of that when you enter the final stages of your pregnancy. It sounds like the staff of Lane’s End Farm are working really hard to make sure you are eating right, resting properly, and keeping you at the right weight during your in foal time. They deserve many kudos as do you.

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    Hi Zenny: You always offer such encouragement to all of us. It is very easy for all of us to put on weight even when not eating for two. Especially during the holidays. Then afterwards, it is really tough to get back into the swing of things and start exercising and eating healthy. That’s the tough part. So I think I will take your advice and go do my exercises.

    Take care Zenny. We are getting more and more excited each day now — waiting to hear your updates and any news on your baby!!! We love you!!!!!

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    Haven’t had a chance to look at all the posts today…. looking forward to it for later this evening, but I came across this story about one of my favorites, Caracortado…. Been following him for quite some time and his last race….. oh my Zenny, he must have been watching your replays on the DVR because he did an amazing run from way behind. Hope you all enjoy this artice….http://www.horseracingnation.com/news/Caracortado_Ready_to_Rumble_in_Sensational_Star_123

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    Dearest Zenyatta,

    Seeing your belly rounded with foal is such a lovely, lovely sight! So glad you are so diligent about taking special care of yourself and Baby Z!

    Love and kisses,
    Stel

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    Oh Zenyatta you look so healthy and happy in your paddock! Thank you for the picture Sara. I always come here to calm down and smile after a hectic day in the hospital. She always lifts my spirits if I have had a not so wonderful day. Thanks to you Dottie.

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    Thank you Sara for the beautiful pictures of our “QUEEN” and baby…. You look !FABULOUS!!!!!! (THANK YOU DOTTIE FOR MAKING ALL THIS HAPPEN)

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    Dear Zenny
    You look so good mowing the lawn. Thanks Sarah
    For the lovely photo of Z in the early morning hours.
    Hope you had a great day. XXXXOOO

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    Zenny, you are such a beautiful mother to be. I can’t thank Sarah enough for all the fantastic photos she has been sharing with us.
    Your thoughts today are very timely for me…the importance of taking good care of yourself and taking time to appreciate the beauty all around you. You never cease to inspire us, dear Z.
    I heard that parts of the country are under tornado watch. I hope that all who are experiencing inclement weather stay safe.
    Take good care, Z, Tasty, and everyone!

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    Hi Zenny , so gladto see that Sarah took time to play with you. You need the attention because of all the attention that you recieved as a race horse and not just any Race horse but the Queen of racing. I don’t think that will ever leave you because of your greatness. I hope that all that was involved in that will remember always that you need the attention. I know there is so much love out there for you and hope that you are able to realize it. I love you Zenyatta and only wish you were closer to home in California to see you and show you how much love is here for you, it is enormous.

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    Awww! I love the picture. Of course you look so lovely. Thank you Sarah for taking this picture. I love you so much Queen Z. How’s your best friend Tasty? Say hi to her for me.

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    The world will be watching the birth of the superstar and an Icon the greatest Queen Zenyatta and her precious baby love you always,candi.

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