Hello everyone!
What a fun day I had yesterday! The morning was playful and I was in my normal routine. Then in early afternoon…LOOK WHO CAME TO VISIT WITH ME! My dear friend and close pal, MIKIE SMITH! He flew in all the way from CA to see ME! This is so exciting.
At first, Mike went out to the paddock area to see me play and interact with my friends. He brought some great goodies for us…carrots and peppermints. I think it was fun for him to see how happy I am in my new environment!
Later in the afternoon, he walked back with me to my barn. He actually led me part of the way. As you can see here, it is just HE and I standing TALL right there in the barn area. So much fun!
I know Sarah took a bit of video of our visit. She will put it up soon on my Facebook page. You can reach this by CLICKING on the FACEBOOK ICON in the upper right hand corner of my web-site. It will take you right there…my FACEBOOK PAGE.
Oh, by the way, this is very exciting as well…as of 7 a.m. CA time this morning, I have 63,848 FRIENDS on my Facebook page. You guys are really amazing! My numbers are growing every single day! Thank you so much!
Have a special day!
With Love,
Hugs to all~
Z
Jennifer
I love seeing Mike and Zenny together! What a bond!
christine
Zen,
What a great thing to have your friend and team mate visit you in cold cold KY. It is a testament to who you are and how loved.
I know you have more friends then those on face book, There are so many who love you but are not into the “social ” networking.
I love that your ears are up and alert . A true Zenny look. Hve a good night. Love ya
VickiS.
I’m glad to see that I am not the only human that has been trained by a horse. :)
“Oh, you want treats? Here, have some. And some more.. and some more.. and…..”
BTW, in my own opinion, the music is not needed in the videos. “Z” alone captures the attention.
DJ
Dearest sweet “Z”,
Thank you for sharing this video moment of you and your Valentine. This one really touched my heart. We love you “Z” and we love you Mike! A good Valentine never forgets…
Astrid
Dottie, Sarah thank you so much for the special video! Personally, I liked the music but if I may say so, I do love to hear Zenyatta’s hoof beats and neighing!:) Maybe the song was put because a) the sound quality was poor or b) more importnatnly, Mike Smith wanted to keep his conversation with his beloved Zenyatta private – this was a Valentine’s visit after all!:)
Zenny, Berardini really will need to get in line after Mario, Mike, John and Steve!
The bond between you and Mike Smith is an incredible and lasting one! I imagine that kind of bonding excisted between Red Pollard and Seabiscuit… Hope you and Mike had an imganinary ride together! Stay well!
racehorse lover
She looked like she was trying to help Mike bite those treats into peaces. Don’t think he would have gotten them back though. lol.
They are so wonderful together. Sometimes seeing her is so surreal. Who would have thought out of all the great racehorses in our history, God would have presented on during our lifetime. I know I am dating myself with that comment. I was a slew fan too, but I was not old enough to really grasp greatness, and there she is. Mike is greatness in his own right too. Thank you for the video. I got my Z model from Breyer, and have ordered a Secretariat to go along side of her. It is a beautiful replica if you can get it.
racehorse lover
oops “pieces”. lol
Nancy B
I was smiling the whole way through the video! It’s obvious Mike cares a GREAT DEAL for you, Z, as we all do! You gotta believe! I’ll bet your date with Mr. Bernardini is coming up soon, isn’t it?
Melissa
Mike, you are such a class act to visit your “girl”. Glad to see you could spend some quality time with her.
DJ
Thank you for sharing the video of “Jesus is Love” featuring His beautiful creation, Zenyatta. I appreciated the song even more because she is a perfect reflection in the mirror of His love…
Helen
I hope the Zenyatta/Mike “joyride” never ends. Truly the perfect animal-human connection. And, like so many who have posted: Zenny will never forget those who have loved and cheered her.
Let’s keep the party going!!! Happy Valentine’s Day to Zenny, Dottie, Team Zenyatta, Team Lane’s End. Every Diary lifts my spirits. Thanks!!!!
nancy
It really shows how much Mike loves and misses you. The vid was wonderful. We love you Z.
Kathy Kimber
What a nice video we so enjoy all these postings and pictures and videos that you share. Mike just loves you so muchit was such a special trip for him and you can tell how much he loves you. You are such a lucky girl. We’re all glad you are happy. Hugs.
Maria
Zenny, I love the video of you and Mike. I bet you were excited to see him. Wow! Mike flew in from Cali just to see you before Valentine’s Day. You are soooo special. Mike really loves you! Lucky girl. Oh! I love you too!!! :)
Toi
Hi Zenny!
I’m glad you got a nice visitor from the West! You are TOO CUTE!
Leslie R.
Oh Zenny, I’m so happy for you that Mike was your surprise visitor. The video of you two is very cute! It is obvious that you both love each other. Mike giving you the peppermints was adorable. Thanks Sarah for sharing the video with us! Seeing it made my day!
Love to all,
Leslie
alene
Zen…I watched the video with you and Mike. What a love between a man and a horse…Zenny, you walked right over to him when you were in the paddock. You probably recognized his voice. Once again tears to my eyes. What a SPECIAL VALENTINE for both of you. Love you Zenny!!! Thanks, Dottie! Big Hugs and Kisses Alene
Cindy
What a great day! I bet it lifted both of your spirits to the sky. You two had a very, very special relationship and I know Mike misses you. So glad he got to visit.
Elaine
Thank you for the video of Mike’s visit with you. I really enjoyed it!
I’m not surprised you have so many Facebook fiends. In fact, I’m surprise you don’t have MORE. You are one very special horse! It is so natural for you and Secretariat to be linked together!
Mary M. Meek
I’m so glad that Mike finally got a chance to come out to Kentucky and visit you at the farm. I’m glad he can see how happy you are with your friends. I know he loves you and loves seeing that you are happy. I know he thinks no guy is good enough for you (except him) but I hope he approves of Bernardini. This is an entry that gave me tears of joy.
cheryl
Your Valentine guy sure loves you, carrots and candy, what better?
Jean Moore
Beautiful Zenyatta, How terrific that Mike came to visit, just shows how much he loves you and will always keep you first in his heart. I know you remember all of your family so this is so very special for you. Looks like you need to teach him how to open those mints. Don’t forget to thank Dottie and Sarah for the gift of this video. Pretty girl, your facebook fans keep increasing every day and I see alot of new names on your diary posts too. Alot of smart people out there all in love with you. Keep warm, hope your barn is heated due to the severe temperatures your having. Your so welcome to come to Florida and stay with me. Much Love From Me to You.
christine
Zen,
Had to look at your picture with Mike yet again. Ears up and happy. Excited to be walking with your pard. How great. Mike was so blessed to be able to show his fantastic skills on such a magnificent creation like you. You will both remember those glory days and now you will move on to bringing another masterpiece into the world. I have the picture someone found of a mother and her foal and I know that will be you someday. Loving and teaching as always.Night sweet Lady.
Jan
We Love you Zenyatta, We love you Mike here in Houston. I wonder if you will get a box of chocolates from your sweetheart Bernardini for Valentine’s day. Yum. :)
Celeste
Thank you once more for the wonderful diary post along with the sweet photo. I loved the video and it is clear that our Zenny has such a sweet tooth for those peppermints she can barely wait for Mike to get them unwrapped – too cute!! @Jenna, thanks for the link to the posters. I hope I can order one when I’ve recovered a bit more from all the Christmas stuff for the family – lol!
Gloria
Whoo hoo, Big Mama Z! I knew it was gonna be Mikey!!! You two are sooooo adorable together. You are partners in horse racing crime! Thank you for sharing the picture. Not a bad number on that Facebook page! I’ll bet it gets bigger too! I still smile when I think about Saturday with all of the greats attending Santa Anita for the Zenyatta/Secreatriat signing and the award ceremony. It was one of the best days I’ve ever spend at the races. I can say that because I’m thinking back on it four days later and still on cloud nine. And it’s because of you, big girl (and of course, your family!). Love you so much!! XOXO!
Karen
I love you, Zenyatta. You have a beautiful name for a beautiful girl.You are, in deed, a Zen Master.
Ingrid in MA
What a great Valentine’s Day Present! Wish I had a cute guy come to visit ME! LOL! I’m glad Mike came to see you – you 2 were such a great team, and looked so good together. It was so nice watching you guys together – you could tell he really,really cared about you. So tell me girlfriend – what does Mikie think about the man chosen for you? We all know that he told the world on 60 Minutes that there was no one good enough for you (a fact that I personally happen to agree with!!) – I was just curious what your FIRST love Mike thought…..
Shari Voltz
Zenyatta I loved the video of you and Mike. Thank you Sarah. Mike is a great guy you can tell. He has love for you it shows in his body language. My sweet girl I will be sending your family another article about you in our paper heraldstaronline.com. Thank you for making my day, I love you sweet girl. Many hugs and kisses from Shari in Ohio XXXOOO
mary bobolis
What a wonderful picture of you with the immortal Mike Smith with you. What a surpise it must have been to reunite with your riding pal. The video was awesome with you consuming all of your treats.
Love you forever..