Happy Sunday Everyone!
Yesterday I commented that John and I spent some wonderful quality time together 1 to 1 when my CA FAMILY was visiting me last week. He took some distance photos for you so you could see my paddock. In this one, I am on the far right. As you can see, we have a wonderful, large paddock to run and play in together. It is very spacious and located in a place on the farm where we can see everything going on around us. The view is absolutely spectacular. As you know, I love to stand and look at my surroundings for hours at a time…just like I would do when I was out grazing at Barn 55. So this is very pleasing for me! I can see everything…everywhere! I feel like I am at a beautiful resort!
Then my dear John took some photos of ME. He simply can’t resist checking me out and feeling my legs…as he has done for years every single morning. I was a great sport…and let him do it. He really thought I looked fabulous and very healthy. Even though I’ve gained some weight while here…John thought I was ‘wearing it beautifully’. As always, he was full of many wonderful compliments for me! JOHN sure knows how to make ME feel special. I loved seeing him again!
My dear John did note, though, that I had a bit of a scratch on my one hip. I’m fine…just playing around in the field with my friends. It is all just part of having FUN! I do enjoy all of my free time and running free. It is a very special time for me in my life now! I feel so fortunate in so many ways!
Well, only a few more hours until GAME TIME for MY JETS! I want to be right up-front and watching when they KICK OFF! Oh, I do love my SPORTS! Dottie was telling John and I this morning that I was on ESPN. They were doing a segment on different achievements in different sports…and I was mentioned for my 19 for 20 record! Too cute!
Enjoy your day.
With Love,
Hugs to all~
Z
Shari Voltz
Oh my beautiful Zenyatta you look beautiful and so happy. Your new home is so Awesome. I would love to have one of those pictures in a frame with you in the beautiful hills of Kentucky.Thank you Dottie and John. John I think you ought to put together a photo book of pictures of Zenyatta. We would all buy one. The money could go to a charity or where it is needed. I am so glad John checked you out. He knows you best of all and he took such good care of you. I would trust anything he said. Well Zenny my husband and I are also rooting for the Jets. We live in a Pittsburgh Steeler area but we are BIG Cleveland Brown fans so we want the Jets to win. Go Jets. Take care sweet miss. I will show the children all the pictures tomorrow. Look for our cards this week. I love you. Big Hugs and Kisses from Shari in Ohio XXOO
KD
So glad that you can be a real horse again, to play and feel the sunshine on your back, Zenyatta. Though I miss you, I know that this is what God made you to be, a free creature with the wind in your mane and being part of the herd.
Anita in CA
I lovvvvve this post! Great pictures and captions. You look so healthy and relaxed and happy, Big Girl. Enjoy your Sunday, and say hi to PQ, SG and Alyse! I will be watching a little of the Jets game and some of TVG, hoping to catch some Santa ‘Anita’ races (SA is special to me, cuz we share our name, my grandfather took me there as a little girl, AND I saw you race there!). Thanks so much, John and Dottie. XXXOOO
Judy Sims
Happy Sunday to you too, Zenny.
Thank you for sharing the wonderful pictures that John took of you and your posse and the beautiful grounds of Lane’s End. You look great and regal as ever. Really appreciate hearing from you and all that is going on in your life now. Stay warm and happy.
Hugs & nose kisses.
Judy 8-)
Crystal
Hey Zenny, looks like an awesome padddock that you’re in. Can’t wait to see it in the spring. I have a couple of questions though:
In the first photo, why were you so far from your buddies?
Also, and this might be obvious but have no idea, but what is the little golden dangler on your halter? Is it an ID or something?
EK
Sea Gull is the red haired(chestnut) mare with the green leg wraps. She won almost $124K and is the daughter of Mineshaft. She is from the same family as Mt. Livermore. Her granddam is his half sister. Her mom Exclusive Bird is a stakes winner. Nice pictures.
jahlgren
What a wonderful life you are leading these days, Zenny. When you’re in foal will you still be out playing in the paddock? And what a paddock, talk about acreage! I see the snow has abated a bit, but it’s been cold in Kentucky, that’s for sure! Take care, glad you get to see all your family once in a while, and that you still “know” them (is this true that horses will recognize people from the past?). Lotsa luv, Jan
Arlene
I was talking with some friends today about you and accidentally said you are a grace horse. I thought about what I said and went on to say “That’s right, Zenyatta is a grace horse!”
I think a V-type necklace with a horse colored like you with a sparkling ! (exclamation point) under it would be a nice souvenir. You are a beautiful horse.
Paula Higgins
If you want to see a nice tribute to Zenny go to
http://www.youtube.com and type in
ZENYATTA TRIBUTE:HEART
It’s a wonderful homage to her set to music. She is so beloved.
Ray
So happy to see your doing well there Big Queen, your a special girl. Enjoy your freedom while you can cause next year you will be a mom and oh boy that’s gonna be fun but remember keep that little one in line, lol..
Love Ya
Helen & Guido
Its 19 and a nose Z!!!! That’s your record! I got my husband a shirt for Xmas that says ’19 & a nose’ because that was #20. Go Jets Z!!! Enjoy the game!
Rita
Hi Zen you are looking beautiful as always. I hope one day when the farm allows I will get to see you. You have been my saving grace and I am starting to miss you. I see how happy you are and that makes me happy. Bye for now and I love you big girl.
Dawn Conrad
Nancy L and Kathryn Cogswell: Thank you for the ESPN video connect. It was great to hear Tevor’s thoughts and see our wonderful Zenyatta. Those tears come again.
Karey: Thank you! Loved the Dr. Seuss.
EK: Thank you for the information on Sea Gull. I need to go out and look up all the girls, enjoy learning about their own accomplishments and pedigree.
Barbaro's Forever Friend in CA
Good Sunday Afternoon to You, *Z* :) Love seeing you out in the paddock enjoying the view and your new friends…just ‘bein’ a horse’…makes me smile really BIG! I’ll be rooting for ‘your’ Jets later today, too, Beautiful Girl…they’re awfully lucky to have you as their fan, I think! I love you, *Z*! Have a wonderful night tonight.xxoo
Jasmine
Oh Zenyatta! I knew I love you. I’m a Ravens but I’m rooting for the Jets too!! GO JETS!!!
Deana Dameron
Thanks so much for the pictures John and all of your love and respect for Z. Her success and wonderful spirit were enhanced by your loving care for her and by Team Z. It is such a wonderful success story and with the HOTY award everything comes full circle-for the Moss’, you and Dottie, Team Z and the fans. How awesome is that? Thanks so much Dottie for taking the time to be Z’s interpretor. All of us so enjoy these daily posts, the highlight of our day. There will be much anticipation on Z’s 1st foal, that she and baby remain healthy and the baby is delivered without incident. She will have so many anxious expectant parents. Once born there will be excitement and wonder, many bells will be ringing to announce the birth. And of course, he/she will have be knighted with the best music inspired name ever! Pull another name out of the music hat, Jerry. We love it! I hope that Team Z will be there for little Z’s birth and that they take pics to share. I am so excited for your future, Queen Z and happy that you are well cared for. Be safe and have fun as you do everyday with your new friends. I am so glad that you have gal pals. Love you Z.
Sharon
It is so wonderful to see Zenyatta still in contact with her California family. It shows how special and unique this relationship was – I am sure that is a huge reason for her outstanding achievements – she was truly loved by her connections!
Sue
HI BEAUTIFUL GIRL..AWARD WINNING QUEEN..LOVE OF ALL CREATURES GREAT & SMALL!!
Even though you have a wonderful paddock, I bet your missing ‘just a little’ of this Calif. sunshine. Wish I could bottle it up & send you some.
I’m SO GLAD you had quality time with John & Dottie. If it was not for the Sherriff family we may never have gotten to know you; then fall in love with you. Wasn’t it their son who ‘found’ you? Then John taking his sweet old time & patience in your training. And ,now, Dottie assisting you with this computer tech. We are indebted to you ( as I’;m sure the Mosses are too). I just pray they give you plenty of YOUR time checking out the boys. Would just hate to have you submit to anyone against your choice & will.
Have a wonderful evening in the barn tonight with your buddies. I hope the kittie will follow you over to the breeding shed when it’s time.
Good night sweet girl. xxoo Sue
Irene Caty
Hi Zen, I love the pictures that John took of you. It makes me feel good to see you enjoying yourself. Dear John and Dottie are doing such a wonderful job with the pictures that John takes and the almost daily posts that Dottie puts out about you to keep us all informed. I am very greatful to both of them. No more scratches Zenny we dont want you getting hurt being too frisky. Enjoy your football game dear Zen and I will be looking forward to the news from your next post. Love you Queen Zenyatta.
Diana
Love the photos from John of you and your gal pals. The links to the videos is very much appreciated. Have to admit, I teared up reliving your wonderful career. Take care sweet Z. Thanks again, John and Dottie for the pictures and post!
Dona
Wonderful pictures. Thank you John and thank you Dottie. Zenyatta is the luckiest horse in the world to have been with the two of you. Zenyatta will reside in my heart for as long as it beats as will her entire team.
Debbie
Z you look gorgeous! go jets! love you xo
Boo
Nice crib Z!!!! Diggin that “Ginormous” paddock!!!!!! In the spring it’s gonna be so yummy and pretty!!!!!!
We just saw the video of your friend “Life is Sweet” sleeping in!!!!! John is so nice! She didn’t want to get up! Who would think that such a sweet lazy girl would win The ladies BC!!!!!! So awesome! I bet you love your pasture a lot more than barn 55!
Ingrid in MA
Thanks for the pictures! You’re gorgeous,as always!! Would love more pics of you and your family,though – There’s just something about seeing you with your Team that just touches my heart…. tell John to put the camera down for a minute and let someone take a picture of HIM for a change!! I know the man loves his gadgets,but tell him that HIS fans would love to see some pics of you and him together! Don’t forget Dottie,too! And the Mosses!! And when is Mike coming to visit?? And Mario and Carmen? Those last pictures of you with Carmen and Mario…. pure gold. Brought tears to my eyes. Just FABULOUS! Your team should think about selling prints of all these photos…. with the proceeds going to one of your many charities. I know there’s quite a few I’D pay for! Tell Dottie to think about it!!!
Love you, my little Horse of the Year!!
darlene sanner
Lookin’ good Zenya Thanks for the pictures
Lynn ....from California
Hi Zenny,
I can’t stop thinking about you all the time. Maybe because I carry photos of you like you were my own. And, my extra poster of you is on the wall in my office!
… I just love all the new photos with you. It’s quite obvious how happy you have remained. I love seeing your ears perked up all the time.
If your foals are even half the personality you are, it will be awesome.
I hope to be at Santa Anita when your Secretariat award is presented. (Feb 5th)
Deneen
Beautiful pictures Z!! Glad to see you’re enjoying your friends and were able to have special 1 on 1 time with your family — that is so important!! I am happy to see the snow is almost gone in KY. We had a foot of snow fall in NE over the past few days with -20 degree wind chill. Brrr!! Thanks for the lovely posts! They brighten my day!!
Suzanne G
Vicki B posted an OUTSTANDING link on #63
http://thezenyattaeffect.blogspot.com/
It includes a Zenyatta tribute. There are lots of tributes–each one better than the next but this is AWESOME…
Magic of Zenyatta, Beautiful Music and the Beautiful Words of Priscilla Clark!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6z_AW7Cr58&feature=player_embedded
Sue Fredrick
YYYYYYYYYYEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!THE PACKERS WON…..THEY’RE GOING TO THE SUPERBOWL…..YEAH!! Well Zenny, I guess we’ll be rooting for opposing teams if the Jets win, but it will be a friendly rivalry. You’re pics are great and thanks to your main man John for sharing. You look so fuzzy and cute. Now I hope my next dream comes true….AAAAAAA PPPPPPPPP IIIINNNNDDDDYYYY. LUV AND KISSES ON YOUR NOSE
Linda Henderson
I love the pictures and comments. So glad everything is good.