Good Morning,
This is too cute! John took the above photo of fans waiting in line Saturday at the signing…and I see so many people I know in the crowd. Of course, I’d recognize my guy, MIKIE, and the back of Dottie’s head anywhere as well. This is amazing! They told me several hundred people were in line during the course of the day. How special is this! You guys are TOO MUCH!
I also wanted to take a few moments today and answer a few of your questions. Here goes:
1) The Z pins….several of you were wondering how to get one. Ann is currently asking her friend who made them about this. I’ll let you know when I hear more. This is so sweet! The Moss’ also had one made for JOHN’S Mom as a gift. When John gave it to her, she was so touched…but did comment that she was not really part of Team Zenyatta. Dottie told her….”WITHOUT YOU, MARY JANE, THERE WOULD BE NO TEAM ZENYATTA! You started it all…when you had JOHN!” She smiled…and since that moment, she has worn her Z pin…with great and loving pride!
2) Zazu…you were wondering and yes….she does have a different trainer. The Moss’ actually do have 3 trainers they use in their racing program. John Shirreffs does not train all of their horses…quite a few…but not all of them. It all works out beautifully. And…yeah, ZAZU! I am so proud of YOU! Gotta’ love those Z names!
3) The Zenyatta Lounge…THANK YOU SO MUCH to the fans who brought items for the Lounge. You are so THOUGHTFUL! The ladies truly appreciate YOUR kindness. This Lounge is a huge success! A few weeks ago, everyone went out to dinner to relax and have fun together! Such a treat!
Also…it was so nice for my TEAM to get to personally meet so many of you on Saturday. Dottie mentioned that it was very special when you’d introduce yourself to her! Thank you!
4) One of the fans put a YOU TUBE site on the comments a few days ago and Dottie was able to watch it yesterday! She watched it once with the music and once without. It is a beautiful collage of photos of ME that someone put together! It is great fun to watch. Decide on whether you want the volume on…or off…depending on your musical taste. The song is JESUS IS LOVE by the Commodores.
Click Here
It sure brings back so many wonderful memories!
Enjoy and have a wonderful day!
With Love,
Hugs to all~
Z
PS…I hear I’m having some FUN company today! Might be an early VALENTINE showing up to visit with me and see me play with my friends at Lane’s End! I’ll let you know what happens! Wow…Lucky Me! (Oh my dear fans, this visitor has 2 legs…not 4…and lives out of state!)
Sunny Boyd
Aaaatchooo, Zetty
hope the morning finds you eating oates and all that good stuff,or may be your valentine brought you some of those good California giant carrots :)
@ Ms Valada
totally cool tribute of the ceremony. Really nice pictures, and the close-ups are like Zenyatta style beauties. Real nice for the out of state folks, who couldn’t attend. ****
Well, Zenyatta, have a real good day :) :)
Kimberly
Hi Queen, We were all there Saturday ONLY FOR YOU! You are the BEST!!!
Sharon in Seattle
while I wait to order my Mike Smith necklace, I’d like to put in my “yes” vote for a commemorative Z pin!! Also a Zenyatta festival!!! What a cool idea! I’m retiring in June and hope to have more time for such fun events.
Yay for Dottie and Team Z. These diary posts are the best tonic for a gray winter day – for any day, really!
Jean Moore
Beautiful Zenyatta, So happy to see so many fans turn out to honor TeamZ and you on Saturday and am so grateful to Dottie for making all this possible for viewing as it happened. Everyone involved in your life is the epitome of beauty, grace and class. If I ever had the opportunity to see your family and you in real time, I know I would have to be resusitated. And I think it is terrific that we communicate among ourselves in your posts so that everyone is up to speed with your activities. Can’t wait to hear about your special visitor. Love you so much.
Astrid
@AnimalsRock4Love – your video is just beautiful!! Thank you! Those were my favourites pic. of her too. The one with Zenyatta munching on the palm tree makes me chuckle each time…
@ChristinaValada – thank you for sharing the pic. It means a lot to us who were not able to attend:)
@Amanda – thanks for posting about Bebe Ani! Great race and placed in a few! How exciting for you to have her now! She does look a lot like Zenny. Wow, she is 20 now. I hope she is still going strong! What do you call her? Is her personality similar to Zenyatta’s and most importantly – does she dance? LOL Does she like Bananas too?:))
Heather Myers
What a wonderful video. It brought tears to my eyes. The gentleness, beauty and heart that Zenyatta has is overwhelming. Thank you Dottie for sharing that in Z’s diary. There is never a day that goes by that I am not moved by this gorgeous mare.
WWSTP
Love you Zen!!
Kathryn Cogswell
‘Reading To Know,’ http://www.readingtoknow.com/2011/02/h-is-for-horse-equestrian-alphabet.html from a Portland, OR., ‘Biblioblogger’ named Carrie, offers lovely resumes` and commentaries. Tuesday`s, February 08, 2011, ‘H is for Horse: An Equestrian Alphabet,’ accompanies, ‘Black Beauty`s Early Days In The Meadow,’ by Anna Sewell, from ‘This classic story picture book.’ Her children are little, so Carrie often focuses on their age group, and while her personal faith is frequently woven into her writing, still, the presentations are winsome.
Jane in Seattle
Hi SHaron,
Did you email Vic about the necklace? I know people were asking for how to get it, and I did post a reply, but am not sure how many saw it. To anyone who is interested, got to Mike Smith’s website, mikesmith-jockey.com, click on the contact link and email Vic Rossi at the email on that page. (This website does not let you post email addresses.) She has all the information.
Astrid
Zenny, just saw it!!! New video of you up on your facebook site!
I guessed right:) Mike Smith was your valentine visitor!! Beautiful video of you (as usual:) and so lovely to see you and Mike together again!! This made my day! Thank you!
Patricia
Zen!
Just read “Driven to Tears” was nominated for the name of your & Bernardini’s foal. WOW! The fans & the industry are having so much fun with all of this…
As always…Ilve your posts & the comments to follow…and as each day passes we are closer to spring & the Kentucky Derby!
XOXO
Lois Gillespie
People often talk about their “heart horse” – Zenny, you are Mike’s. You could just feel the love in that video —
Lauren
Oh my god – I just saw the video of Mike Smith’s visit to Zenny. How he loves her and how she loves him. The connection between them is more than horse and rider — it is beautiful. I have tears in my eyes now, but they are happy tears. I love you Zenny. May God Bless You.
Kisses and Hugs
Zen Fan
Just watched the video of Mike SMith’s visit! I love how the fans are virtually connected with “Every Step You Take!” LOVE IT…Keep it coming…Our hearts grow larger each day & personally, I am so gratelful to Dottie & everyone who keeps us engaged…thank you SO much.
Have a great day Z!
Patricia
Zen! Great video with Mike! Who is the female singer? or does anyone else know? thanks
Carolyn Caswell-Brown
To Amanda, What was “funny” to you about Ruler of Men breaking down at the end of the race you showed with Bebe Ani? Just curious . . .and disappointed in you
Debbie Bassett
Zenyatta-
I loved the video and all the amazing pictures. Thank you for sharing. You truly are a gift from God to all of us…near and far!
jo
oh oh oh i love the video and the music by the commodores about Jesus is so perfect. How your story has been so blessed He is the One I am most thankful to for evrything, I mean everything working out wonderfully and safely. Saw the video on facebook with Mikey too and loved it as well but would rather have heard him talking to her more than the music there. Thank you Thank you Love you Bye!
Debbie
hi Z! I’ll watch the collage right now, can’t wait to get my poster, wish it was signed but I’m watching ebay for one! love you Z!!! xo
Cathy P
WOW the video is great, Thank you for sharing its very touching. The Z pins would be nice, thank you for checking on that for us Zenny. I hope you have a great day and enjoy the sun with all your friends. With Lots of Love and Big Hugs.
Anna Wiley
SOMEONE sounds like she’s having fun!!! :D 3 days left until VALENTINE’S DAY!!!!! :D
<3
Anna
Sally (B)
Oh Z!! I just got back from out of town. I clicked for the video. It is priceless and I got goose-bumps. (Z, they will go away!ha) I would love a Z pin, but actually I would rather wear you around my neck!! It will be my ring “Elvis” for the most special horse!! love n a kiss on your soft nose.