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!)
The Kennedys in San Diego
Thank you, Zenyatta and Dottie, for the link to the absolutely beautiful photo collage.
YouTube.com has a wonderful video of 12 year old Secretariat in his Claiborne paddock. Search for “Secretariat at Claiborne.” Reminds us of the classic December 20 video of Zenyatta off the lead for the first time.
Cheryl
I wish I could have made it, but am so glad that it was televised. Gosh, we are really going to miss watching you race, but we all do want what is best for you. Have you read all the names people have sent in for your future baby? It is so cool how you have touched so many lives. You are SPECIAL!
Valerie Chase
Dearest Z, please convey my heartfelt thanks and grattitude to the Moss’ and John, Dottie and Mike for their generosity and time they gave to all of us Saturday. It was truly and honor to meet all of them, including Penny, and that they took the time to sign our posters was very touching. Of course there hasn’t been a special girl like you for many years or if ever, but in my lifetime, I’ve never known the connections or jockey to take the time all of you take to share with the fans. I can’t say thank you enough. It truly brings happy tears to my eyes, even as I sit writing this note to you. You don’t know how much it means – it was truly a very special special day only wish you could have been there too! Big Hugs to you today!
P.S. – can’t wait to hear about the pin – its so beautiful! xxoo
Pattie from Pickens, SC
I hope it is Mario that is coming to visit you :) Saturday, I noticed on your video, you had rolled in the mud!! I bet you had a great time getting dirty while thinking…..um…Mario needs to come brush me & get me cleaned up before my big date with Bernie!! Thank you Dottie & Team Zenyatta for this Diary & Photos. It is the 1st thing I check when I log on my computer, every day!!
suemar
My t shirt and hat arrived!! Love it. WARNING THOUGH. Shirt even as a 2XL runs small and is thin weight cotton. I will bew the belle of OTB this weekend thanks to you Z!
Stella Bagwell
Zenyatta, my darling, you are more than a horse, you’re an inspiration. God love you and keep you always.
Have a happy day!
Hugs and kisses,
Stel
Casey Phillips
Hey Zenny- I see me in that picture!! I think I was texting a picture of the crowd to a friend of mine who couldn’t be there when he took this. I know I was #11 in line and it really was great to spend the time with Team Z and Ms Chenery (a lovely lovely lady who made lovely lovely comments about YOU!) I’m posting some of my photos on your page.
racehorse lover
I’m so excited, I just got my Zenyatta Breyer horse. She has a very special place in my living room now, so I can look at her all the time. Love you Z.
Cynthia Ann Holt
What a super diary entry! I love the photograph which John took of the crowd on Saturday. So many familiar faces, and so many wonderful memories connected to them. So many people who were once strangers, and are now the best of friends, all owing to the magic of Zenyatta. It could not have been a more happy day, with goodwill and love shared by all.
There are many who admire Ann Moss’ gorgeous “Z” pin! It is so typical of Team Z to want to share. Mike often said throughout Zenyatta’s career that he had never gotten to the bottom of her heart. I believe that is because Zenyatta’s heart is bottomless. One can add that so also is Team Z’s. They are the jewels in racing’s crown!
Thank you, Zenyatta, for acknowledging the beautiful video created by one of your truly devoted fans. To so many of us, Zenyatta means the world. To Kari, she IS the world.
victoria
Good letter today — newsy and made us feel as tho’ we’r ealmost not missing a thing about you. almost! Best thing would be to be with you!
Amanda Gilliland
My Sweet Lady Zenyatta, I really enjoyed your post today. I love the video of you & the song! Zenyatta, you are a true Gift from God!!! The Power of Zenyatta is so amazing. You have met each person with your heart & love where they need it most. You have encouraged us all to strive to be the best we can be and never give up when we are trying to overcome our difficulties. Your accomplishments are so many and have blessed us all. I know you loved seeing Mikie, Dottie, John, Jerry, Ann & many other friends in your photos! I am so excited to know I have one of your lithographs & the poster of you & Secratariat coming. You’ll have to tell Dottie the next is a family photo of you, Bernardini & baby. I love you, Zenyatta, more than you will ever know. You have helped me overcome a lot. Thanks Dottie, for the wonderful posts, they mean so much to me! Hug & Kisses From Alabama With Love, Amanda G
Sarah Powell
@Christine – loved the pictures – living in SC there was no way to attend but your photos made me feel like I was there! Thanks for posting them and providing the link. Loved the video – beautiful pictures of our beautiful Zenny. Would also love to know about the pin – hope it’s affordable! Thanks Dottie – can’t wait to hear about the Valentine visitor.
Wendy Bratten
Oh Zenyatta, put me on the waiting list for a “Z” pin!
racehorse lover
I take it that Mike may be coming to visit. He has some very beautiful Jewelry that can be bought off of his sight that goes to benefit really good causes.
James
Is there any chance, we could start a Zenyatta Festival?? I have attended the Secretariat Festival in Paris, Kentucky & it is so AWESOME to meet the Secretariat Fans & make new friends!! Perhaps Lane’s End could do a farm tour, like Claiborne Farm does !!
Barb France
Great video! Thanks for sharing it will us. Can’t wait to wear the “Z” pin…so when people asked “what’s the Z stand for?” we can all say “ZENYATTA”!!!! (People asked that when I wear your hat!)
Shannon From Cool
That video works for me. So fun to revisit your stellar career, my dear.
Susie Bowie
Zenny.. You are such a beauty..inside and out..I loved your cheese hat..You are a true superstar!
Maria
Zenny, that is a very nice tribute to you. It was done very well and I like the music. Thanks for sharing it. Gee! I wonder who is the mystery guest. Please keep us posted. I love you Queen Z.
Linda Weiss
What a beautiful video. Loved it! Thank you for all the videos & photos & diary postings. They mean so much. You mean so much to us all Zenny you are a wonderful gift from God. We are forever grateful for having you in our lives.
xoxoxo
LT
I would also love to purchase a Z pin…I already have a great cap with a big Z in the front of which I’m very proud and love to tell all my non-horsey friends what it represents. You are love Zenny by soooooo many you have no idea and it shows by your kind and playful demeanor….love the daily posts Dottie, it’s such a great way to keep the fans connected.
Barbara Wood
Dottie–thank you so much for answering our questions. It makes sense that more than 1 trainer would be needed with so many tracks across the country. I agree with the one who asked about the Mosses’ other horses so we can root for them as well.
@Christine Valada–thank you so much for helping us to feel as if we were with you at SA last Saturday. They are all great pictures, and we can tell that you do this very well!
I bet Christine Crocker at SA will be busy for quite some time sending out posters. What a great problem to have!
Love you, big Z. Can’t wait to hear about your Valentine visit!Love you ALWAYS.
Carolyn Caswell-Brown
The video and music were beautiful & felt very moving. ZENYATTA IS LOVE!!! Until the real ones come out, for anyone interested in sporting “Z” pins, I made some for myself from items originally purchased at ZZ Top shows. You might want to check out some rock memorabilia stores & see what you can find. Many items just have one big Z. Good Luck. I think her visitor might be Mikey. Love & Hugs to our dANCING qUEEN z
Jan
Zenyatta,
Have a fun day. :)
harold
great work onsat,as always reading the daily comments from everyone and is most rewarding.
Gloria Jeanne
Oh how I love you Zenyatta!!!! Thank you Dottie, we had such a great time on Saturday- to was too cute! I really think it’s cool that Zenyatta was filmed and showed on the big screen at Santa Anita… what fun- it was like having her there with us.
I hope Mario and Steve get to visit you soon along with John, Dottie ane the Moss’, what fun for you. I am sure they are going to go meet your “Stud” as well if they have not done so already.
Oh Zenny, you have the best owner’s, fans and connections and without them, I don’t think you would be who you are today!!! Thank you Team Zenyatta for allowing us to be with her and share her.
Love you Lots, Hugs
Dona
Zenny, You Big Tease!
My moneys on Mikey…….
Love ya, one an all.
Hannah Huling
I watched the video, Zenny! I loved it. Almost every picture I have of you is of you sticking out your tongue. (lol!) I think there just great! I hope, however, That they aren’t tongue ties though. Cause’ you deserve to stick out your tongue. (without the tie.)
Loovvve You Zen!
Hannah
nancy
HI Z I wish I could have been there, I so wanted to get the poster and lithograph, but at things happen with my illness once again I was not able to attend. I was bumed and I know all the posters sold out. When I do feel down I do think of the great joy you have brough no only to myself but to others as well. You know I had been thinking what would be next for the Queen, well we know your soon to become a mommy but awards wise well there is Broodmare of the year wich I think you will get in due time, And with out a doubt you should be in The Hall Of Fame. As to ZaZu I feel in love with her right off the bat, TD had the best of her in the Starlet but she turn the table on TD this time. I know TD and Zu are to hook up again March 5th in the SA Oaks, I think a rivraly might be brewing?I have a question was ZaZu named for the Hookbil in the Lion King? and if all goes well I will try and go, I hope to be doing better by then. Now we all wait for that baby news. And I would alos like to say I hope your web site never goes away these post meen the world to all of us and my hope is that once your in foal Lanes End will have to where humans can come and see you, I sure want everyone in KY and other areas to get to see what we out here in Ca know/knew just how speical you are. Enjoy your day miss thing.
:)
Pamela J Hebert
Oh Z thank you so much for the information on the Z pin. Reserve one for me dear girl. But of course John’s mother is part of Team Zenyatta-too cute!!!! (To borrow your phrase). I’ve got my poster ordered & was told it will be available February 11th. I can’t wait to see it. Who’s your Valentine Sweetie Mario or Mike? Can’t wait till tomorrow to know who it was. I’m going to go on You Tube now to see the video. Till tomorrow beautiful girl.