Happy Friday, Everyone!
It is amazing how things in one’s life can change so much in just several hours. Here I am late yesterday afternoon with Ann and Jerry posing for this photo…..and then a few hours later….I became a MOM!
Shortly after this picture was taken, the Moss’ left for dinner. All was quiet in my life and it seemed like we’d all have a relaxing evening. Then suddenly things started to change!
A few hours later, Mike Cline called Ann and Jerry to let them know I was feeling a bit restless and I could possibly foal later that evening.
Jerry immediately called MY JOHN and Dottie in California… and everyone started to PACE. Shortly after this, my water broke…and my lovely FOAL was bornat 10:10 last evening. As I’ve said so many times before, NATURE IS TRULY AMAZING!
HE IS ADORABLE, I AM SO EXCITED…and I AM SO BLESSED!
I am one who likes to LICK. It is a habit I developed somewhere along the way in my life. As you may remember, I used to lick MY MARIO’S face all of the time after I won a race. Thus, licking my dear foal seems like second nature to ME.
He is one handsome guy and I am now beginning to see that he and I will be embarking on an entire new journey as the future unfolds.
With Love,
Hugs to All~ (I’M A MOM!)
Z
Pati- Professional Pacer
I leave to take the SAT and the site crashes multiple times?? My oh my Ms. Z!! Popular lady!!!
He’s so beautiful! He looks so much like you. I saw the news at school Friday, and was seriously considering sneaking out to get home to print out a picture of your baby. I predicted the white on the back feet and face!!! I am so psyched!! Not necessarily the size of the white on the face, but I did. ;-D I’m sure Mrs. Kari is looking down and is so very happy and proud of you Queen Z. I think your baby will achieve great GREAT things, and I forsee a Triple Crown winner!! The Team Z family and Barn 55 and America, and The World and ALL of Zenyatta fans would LOVE for you to do something others could not for 39 some years Baby Z!!! Assuming Hansen or Union Rags don’t get it this year. But Prince Z, I would make every effort and go out of my way to see you run in the TC races. Come Hell, high water, or the IRS, I will get there. I promise, for every TC race you are in. And the BC races. ;-D
I missed the HRTV program, since my mother decided to cancel it for her soap opera show. >;-( Will HRTV show it again??
Susan Carothers (in TN)
Pati- I hope you’ve seen the video by now, but if not, a number of people have posted the link to see it. It’s SO wonderful! Vicky B posted it below a couple of posts. P.S. Hooves crossed for your SAT results, but from the way you write, I don’t think you need to worry!
Pati- Professional Pacer
:-) Well thank you! Yes, I have seen the video. It’s TOO CUTE!!
Susan Carothers (in TN)
Tasty- we are thinking of you and can’t wait for you to have YOUR baby! Hope they will let us know!
Especially Horses / Southern California
Yes. It will be nice to see Tasty back with Zenyatta and the two foals playing together. I would think she’d foal this weekend. And so hoping the birth of Tasty’s Candy Ride is as smooth and easy as was Z’s delivery.
Susan Carothers (in TN)
Me, too . Surely it will be soon :)
Terry Crow
Hopefully, the two old friends will be together again soon.
Vicki B. near Hollywood Park
And another new Tweet with the HRTV video link: “Zenyatta and her foal — HRTV exclusive video: http://www.hrtv.com/videos/jerry-and-ann-moss-on-zenyattas-first-foal1/“
Especially Horses / Southern California
Everything about that video is so sweet and precious. I love seeing Ann in the straw with the foal and Zenyatta is so relaxed and sharing. What a delight to see.
Vicki B. near Hollywood Park
You’re so right! They both just have the right attitude, their priorities straight. Ann seemed to be tearing up a bit, as Jerry talked.
Judy Sims in Florida
Thanks a million for the HRTV video link, Vicki.
I have been obsessing all afternoon because I couldn’t view the video and the
other links didn’t work for me.
You made my day. The video is spectacular and Ann & Jerry Moss are the greatest and Zenny’s little Prince is so precious. Zenny is the best mother ever and all her licking is a hoot! Maybe they should name the little fellow “Mario Jr.”
I will keep watching it over and over because I can’t help but shed tears of joy and blur out some of the shots and I don’t want to miss every detail.
Also, want to thank all the fans who kept trying to help those of us who couldn’t see the HRTV video find a way.
Zenny has the best fans in the world and she and all her connections (especially Dottie, Ann & Jerry Moss and the incomparable John Shirreffs) have certainly enriched our lives and continue to do so.
Hugs to all.
Vicki B. near Hollywood Park
I’m so glad you got to see it, Judy. We can’t get enough of Zenny and this colt, and the waiting to see something substantial was tough — but that video answered a lot of my wishes.
Doreen in CT
Nice article about Zenyatta’s foaling: http://www.drf.com/news/zenyatta-routine-foaling-special-mare
Especially Horses / Southern California
Thanks for posting. A great read.
Max
Thank you for this link. It makes you feel like you were there too. It sounds like Zenyatta did her classic racing routine on foaling, waiting to reach top speed at the end of her race and producing a wonderful win. The prize in this case is priceless.
Marty R / Colorado
Thank you for sharing this. Very nice!
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Doreen:
Great article. Thank you. Hugs, JB
Marshall (in NC)
Thanks bunches, Doreen! Very nice article.
Pam
Congrats to everyone especially to Queen Z. What a beautiful little Prince. The future of horseracing will be exciting with this great new addition to be racing against Racheal and Curlins little bundle. I will be rooting for Baby Z. I am so Happy Zenatta and her baby are healthy and strong. Can’t wait to hear what his name will be.
Margaret
Thank you HRTV for allowing this video to be seen by everyone even those of us who don’t subscribe to HRTV!
A couple quick things to note. At 1 min 43 secs you can see the white on Zenyatta’s right front. Not sure that most know about this. I knew from the day I spent at Barn 55. She was standing in the grass and I was just looking her over head to tail. Trying to memorize everything cause as good as photos are–they don’t quite capture the reality of the moment.
I was astounded to learn she has white on the back of that front leg. It sits right above the heel bulb. Those of us who have seen her in the paddock wouldn’t notice it cause by the time she got to us the dirt would’ve covered it.
And I noticed Prince seems to have the same white marking on his LEFT fore. But I haven’t seen the polka dot markings that Ann alluded to the other night.
Such a wonder. It has been totally worth the wait. I know lots of you were pacing and anxious. I hope the entire miracle of life has brought you as much joy as it has brought me since learning of his birth Thurs night.
Especially Horses / Southern California
Great observation. I’ll take another look at the video.
Amanda
I don’t think he has white on his back feet at all I think it’s just the white on the left front. Like Zenny’s “polka dots” you might not be able to the them unless he is wet. I had no idea Zenny had black dots in her white socks until I saw the up close pictures when she was being bathed.
Louise Castello
Margaret, it has brought so much joy!!! I have learned so much from you. I don’t post a lot but I love reading your posts. Thanks so much for being such a great teacher!
olga lidia rubi
yeeeeeeeah i figuered you would need a day to recoup, he is gorgeous strong, alert and check out the daddy long legs on him.Anyway congrats love u and now both of u
Arlene
Hi Zenny and little one, Wonderful video of you two and your OWNERS. Thanks to everyone that sent links. Many thanks for the opportunity to follow Zenyatta’s life so completely. LOL, Arlene in Vermont
Lisag in Texas Breathing again
Ms Zenyatta, had to watch the HRTV video again compliments of Your Tweet…I cried like the first time. That Prince of yours..there are just no words. You do like being a mama already. I love you so…Lisag
Peggy (N) South Georgia
Zenny, Again I’m just still so excited and just wanting to see more pictures or video’s of your precious little boy. But, I do understand and want you to have some great quality time with your son. We will just have to calm our nerves and be patient. I did want to give another shout out to your wonderful ancestors little one, A P Indy, Seattle Slew, Secretariat, Bold Ruler (Wink Wink) everyone It’s A Boy………………………Yippee…We would have loved a Filly too, but Zenny you know that
Love to Everyone, Peggy
Oh and Zenny you look so Happy………………………………….
Louise Castello
Hi everyone. I’m late getting here today and I saw the video of Zen and family on HRTV, but did they post a video of the actual birth? Just curious. Thanks everyone!
Peggy (N) South Georgia
@Kari, we love and miss you.
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Peggy N.:
Me too. You know she would be busy making a wonderful video of the little guy set to music. Hugs, JB
Terry Crow
Amen.
Julie
Wonderful video on HRTV. Just have to share with everybody how some of Zenny’s important dates have somehow been intertwined in my life. I retired on Zenhy’s birthday last year. When she was giving birth, my husband was being wheeled into the operating room for an ankle fusion. His surgery went as well as Zenny’s birth.
So happy for Team Z. What a beautiful colt.
Marshall (in NC)
Julie,
So glad that your husband’s surgery went well. Hope his recovery goes smoothly and quickly. All the Best!
Kathryn Dube
Awesome footage of Zenyatta and her Prince from HRTV! Congratulations to all of Team Zenyatta, especially the Queen. I look forward to more footage in the days ahead. Please let us know about Tasty. Has she foaled yet?
Paula McCaleb in AZ
I just watched the video at HRTV.com (free) of Jerry & Ann Moss talking about Zenyatta and the foaling. All the pics of Z and her little prince is just adorable. Listening to Ann talk about Zenyatta, I had tears in my eyes it is so touching. The love they have for their precious Zenyatta and now her adorable little colt, it’s just wonderful to hear them talk about it. They are so prould of her. I just want to say Thank You to Jerry & Ann Moss for being such gracious owners and sharing Zenyatta and now her Little Prince with the world, and also a Big Thank You to Dottie for writing the blogs keeping us informed.
The footage of Zenyatta bonding with her son is just adorable, she’s a good momma. He looks like her, those long legs and big ears………..too cute!
A Big Ginness Toast to Bernie & Zenyatta…….Congrats on your Little Bundle of Joy!
Trina Nagele in So Cal
Mucho Macho Man finishes 1st by 2 lengths at Gulfstream in Race 8. High hoof!
Vicki B. near Hollywood Park
I’ll bet Judy B. is happy about that!
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Vicki B and Trina:
Thank you. I’m so very happy and so glad for him. Love that boy. I’ve got to look at that race replay. Hugs, JB
Marshall (in NC)
Thanks, Trina! YAY, MMM!! Good job!
Terry Crow
This guy looks like one of the top older handicap horses this year.
Amanda
I think a good name for the new prince would be “Perfect Zen” or “Perfect Ten”. Since he was born at 10:10 and of course we all know Zenyatta and her little one are perfect tens, would we expect anything else?!
Doreen in CT
On Fire Baby wins the Honeybee, next stop the Arkansas Derby and perhaps the Kentucky Derby?? Girl Power!!!
Carolyn
Ann Moss will bring tears to your eyes. How many owners do you see laying down and cuddlling, loving, a newborn foal in the horse racing industry? That little boy may never step a hoof on a race track , if he does, he won’t race more than a year. he will be a top sire , I believe he will make some noise in the breeding shed.
He is their grandson. Wow, he is surely going to be LOVED by all.
Vicki B. near Hollywood Park
Ann & Jerry love their “family”.
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Z Fans:
Here’s MMM winning the Sunshine Millions at Gulfstream. Hugs, JB
http://www.ntra.com/schedule/race/display/MTAwOA==
judy berube from Rhode Island
You have to click on the photo to activate the video. Hugs, JB
Ingrid Arnone. South Beach.
Dear Judy B thank you for all the links hugs Ingrid.
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Ingrid A.:
You’re so welcome. I got such a laugh out of your Brother Hernan’s post. Too Cute. Hugs, JB
Marshall (in NC)
Great race; Go Mucho!! Thanks for the link, Judy B.!
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Marshall:
You’re so welcome. Hugs, JB
Jenna
My goodness, Ann Moss makes me cry. The video on HRTV.com is just so sweet. The Mosses are just the kindest. I wish more owners were like them. So caring. Ann rubbing her colt is just the sweetest sight.
Very happy.
Vicki B. near Hollywood Park
Yes, Ann was tearing up a bit, herself, when Jerry was talking.
Lisag in Texas Adoring the Prince
Ms Zenyatta, I have to go out with a friend and have dinner. I wonder if I can tear myself away from here, Twitter, and FB!! I don’t wanna go. I keep checking in for more news, I just know there will be another Tweet at least…I am getting the hang of it now. I love the picture of you and your beautiful baby taking a nap. I just love you..Lisag
Pati- Professional Pacer
Has anyone heard what happens to McClain’s Music? The one who ran a 120 Beyer in his maiden win? I haven’t heard from him since then, and I was wondering if anyone else had. ;-(
Karen Line
Here is some information:
http://www.horseracingnation.com/horse/Macleans_Music
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Pati:
Here’s the Chart for Mclean’s Music from Equibase. The only race listed is his Maiden which he won on 3/19/11, almost a year ago. As you can see, no recent works either. I can only guess that he sustained an injury and is hopefully recovering. We can keep checking to see if any new workouts show up. Here’s the link to check on him.
http://www.equibase.com/premium/eqbHorseInfo.cfm?refno=8259272®istry=T
Once you access the page, just look under Current Workout.
Hope he shows up soon. Hugs, JB
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Pati:
BTW, an excellent time for six furlongs, on dirt, I’m not sure about SA’s surface, is 1:09+. He broke his Maiden in 107:44. The track record at SA is 1:06.98 set by The Factor on 12/26/10. He wasn’t too far off that time. Hugs, JB
Terry Crow
I never believe Beyer figures.
Lisag in Texas Adoring the Prince
PS…Go MMM
Vicki B. near Hollywood Park
Well, Zennyland, you might not want to read this, because it sounds so crazy already, but after hearing a rumor about it, and reading, I liked the fact that all of the story’s commenters thought it was crazy, too! http://www.paulickreport.com/index.php/news/thoroughbred-racing/derosa-dec-26-2014-rachel-s-colt-vs-zenyatta-s/
Especially Horses / Southern California
I can’t stop laughing, it’s so ridicules…….yet stranger things have happened. I can see it now, T-shirts with Team Rachel and Team Zenyatta. Oh wait I think we already saw that.
Amanda
Ha ha, I wouldn’t doubt it though. :o)
Lisag in Texas Adoring the Prince
I see why you laughed, I chuckled and am praying that they won’t put one against the other as they did Zenyatta and Rachel. I love Rachel and am in love with Zenyatta, it really distrubted me that they were put against each other, when we should really be cheering this way, great “Girl Power”. The Ladies are taking over, the Sport of Kings. I hope they do not do this to these beautiful baby boys. I do hope I live long enough to see them both race, not necessarilty in the same race, I just feel that they are destined to greatness….Lisag
Lisag in Texas Adoring the Prince
This is very interesting read…both these lads are barely out of their Champion Mommie’s womb and the media is at it.
My prayers have been answered! When someone mentions “Match Race” it is ignored.
Media needs to understand that we are intelligent beings.
Terry Crow
Very good point. However, I am afraid that such sentiment is foreign to the media in general.
Lisag in Texas Adoring the Prince
Amen, Terry, Amen…At least the horses are smart enough to ignore all that…Zenyatta had a poster of Rachel in her stall. We can really learn alot from animals
Carolyn
For some reason when I view the HRTV video , it keeps stopping and stopping , reloading . Is anyone else having this problem? If so, tell me what I can do to straighten this mess out.
Sandy
That’s been happening for me too. Maybe it’s from so many people trying to watch at once….
judy berube from Rhode Island
Dear Carolyn:
Try this link: http://www.hrtv.com/videos/?VideoCategoryId=2&VideoId=XIB/VI7zpw9pZcixb38RgDBNI3BiYHVlx65rZ74sZO8=
Hugs, JB
Amanda
It’s just slow loading, I just pull it up click play and the pause it and wait a few mins to let it load and the click play again and it is fine.
Heidi K (Proud Auntie) (Vallejo, Ca.)
I can’t stop looking at the baby pics!! He is just tooo adorable. Loved the video of him walking or trying to walk and then, a lil burst of a gallop. I think the most touching part was Ann laying in the straw loving on him and Zenny, smiled!!! Just precious!
Like some others, I was almost in panic mode until I saw a link. It is free, people!!! Just go to the link (home page) and on the left is a list of available videos. The video that was shown is just short of 3 minutes long.
I’m sure we will have Plenty of Video posted on here along with several if not, a ton of baby pics! Now is when we need to be patient. Has Team Z ever lead us astray?? NO!! In Dottie’s interview yesterday, she DID say that they have a lot of fun new things in the works for US Fans!
Diane
Congrats what are you going to name him “Zendini”? I like the way it rolls off the tongue.
Lisag in Texas Adoring the Prince
luvscritters, Here, and it may sound silly, especially to older Z Family…love means never to have to say your sorry….I was thinking somebody “hacked” the video and was charging people or some such illegal thing. You never know anymore. Lisag
Lisag in Texas Adoring the Prince
Ms Zenyatta, not much longer and I have to leave to go eat dinner. I don’t wanna….some of my friends and family think I am obsessed with you, I just love you to pieces….Lisag