Good Morning,
I hope all of you had a fun, happy and special Valentine’s Day! Mine was fabulous!
Firstly, so many of YOU sent me wonderful cards and gifts. I personally want to thank you. The carrots, peppermints and goodies were terrific! I shared them with my paddock friends. We enjoyed every single bite!
I was able to TANGO with Mrs. Moss and my friends in CA. I so love doing that.
Then, MY GUY, BERNARDINI…sent me a few photos of himself at the farm…and an adorable Valentine message. I gather his friend Charlie at Darley…helped him type the email message to Dottie for me.
It read…TELL HER…BERNIE SENDS HIS LOVE!
Now how cute is this! I’m pretty touched by his effort! Steve Haskin also sent some photos of Bernie to Dottie for me…and we think this one looks rather CUTE! Great ears, great face, fabulous eyes and a playful attitude munching on his lead shank! These are all qualities I find very attractive!
As many of you may know, I kinda’ have a thing for EARS! I feel they can be very expressive and tell a great deal about a HORSE. When I was an athlete, mine were always forward and relaxed. They showed how HAPPY I was when I was competing. Today, as I’m romping about in the field, they are the same way…forward, attentive…and showing how much fun I’m having! Body language can tell a great deal about how one is feeling and doing. In looking at this photo…Bernie’s ears look “too cute”. Lucky ME!
Have a terrific day…and enjoy yourself!
With Love,
Hugs to All~
Z
Maria
Queen Z, I love this blog. I am laughing so hard when I was reading it. I did not know that Bernie is so romantic. I love the way you describe him. You’re right his ears look cute and he’s one good looking hunk. You have a nice day. I miss you and I love you.
Lisa
Bernie will need that mound in the breeding barn due to your height. Can’t wait to hear about your date, but please, not too many details…lol.
lizzy
I LOVEEEEE that Bernie and his friends are in communication with LE and Dottie. This makes me so happy.
Lois
Dear Zenyatta and Team. I have thought a great deal about your meaning to horse racing and the wonderful things you continue to contribute to the horses and the entire industry, and particularly, to me. As a very small breeder/owner of TB racehorses in Ontario, Canada, I wanted to briefly tell you the special significance you have for me. November 7, 2009, I attended the races to watch a horse I had bred run. I had made the 3 hour trip numerous times to see him. I witnessed the most horrifying thing a passionate lover of the horse can experience…his breakdown during the race. Unaware his injury was catastrophic, I returned to his racing stable to await his return…convinced it was non-life threatening. For me, the eventual return of the trainer and his awful news that Waths Up Patrick was gone was nearly unbearable. I want you to know that watching your tremendous courage and determination in winning the BC Classic that day has been the inspiration for my continued involvement with the thoroughbred industry. Patrick’s half-sister rewarded me in 2010 with my first win as an owner. I applaud the efforts of Team Zenyatta and the manner in which they so brilliantly present the generosity of the horses and their great gifts to humankind.
Linda Deutsch
Too cute! He is also supposed to be very intelligent, just like you! Beauty and brains – how can that miss? Hugs to you & team!
Gloria Jeanne
Love the Photo and the Message- What a Guy!! Lots of Class a True Gent, Too Cute.
Love you stay warm and have fun.
Tairaterces
So glad you received a Valentine from your intended. He seems to be quite the Gentleman, besides being cute. I think they made the right choice in Bernardini.
Love you Zenny . . . .
PS: Tell Dottie that she is the Best and too cute. :)
Debbie Bassett
What an adorable couple you will make. And he’s romantic too! You deserve nothing but the very best!!!
Lorri
You two will make a very cute couple and some very cute babes! Glad you had a wonderful Valentines Day! Miss You Zenny!
Carolyn Caswell-Brown
Cute photo of “Bernie”. Did they make some wallet sizes for you? Had a nice Valentine’s Day at our house also. It’s our wedding anniversary!! Romance is in the air for all. Off to Daytona Beach for several weeks of fun in the sun & some racing. The four wheeled kind, not four legs. Are you a fan? I will have so much reading to catch up on your activities when I return. Hope I don’t miss your first date sweet Zenny. Love & Hugs
RDV
LOVE this!! But, Zenyatta, haven’t you seen your biggest admirier lately – Little Silver Charm – he sent you a really sweet Valentine on facebook. I say forget Bernardini – you’ve got a chance with Little Silver Charm!!! XOXO!!!!
Cheryl
Bernie is one handsome fellow. I know that when he meets you in person he will fall in love with you and will love you forever as everyone does. My goodness what good looking babies you two will make. I wish you much happiness and success! We all LOVE YOU so much!
Sharon in Seattle
oh my goodness – what a look in Bernardini’s eyes. Sweet, playful — too bad you guys can’t run around in the paddock (I know that’s not possible, but oh well). Too cute that your team’s are in communication!
Tricia
He’s no Little Silver Charm (at Old Friends) but he’ll do! ; >
Stephanie Quilichini
We love Team Zendini!!!
Beth Alexander
You and Bernardini will make a beautiful foal and I can’t wait to see him/her!!! Have a great week and keep those diary posts coming!!! Love you!
Elizabeth Barrow
Berni is giving his “come hither” look in that picture. But girl, if you go for ears, War Chant is your man! (Don’t want to interrupt your reverie over Berni, but he’s not going to be your only suitor.)
Patricia
This story just gets “cuter” by the minute. He is so beautiful & I do like his playful side…The Mosses have made an excellent choice & by your own words, you do agree! We hope that your meeting with the “BIG B” is successful in producing your first foal. I want to stay positive…I really do not understand how this breeding thing works…will they continue to use Bernie or will they try another stud?
He is a remarkable complement to your horse family. Maybe Dottie could post more info about him for us…he is a true treasure as you!
Lots of Love
darlene
Too cute for words today Nice of Darley to help make the day special Love having pictures and vids of you to look at But I do hope they keep your “date” private and untaped or photographed Best to just everyone know after the fact
HappyHarriet
Dear Queen Z: You are generous to share your Special Valentine from your beau. I’ve taken a peek at his videos of racing, etc., and he does a few dance moves of his own, but he’s not as advanced as you are, Sweet Girl. He does speak publicly, on Facebook, about YOU, however. Now cover your alert ears while the adults talk.
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@ Franklin – Goodness, Franklin! Us girls don’t need to know about “other women”! Discretion is always a good thing to cultivate! :)
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@ Lois – A heart wrenching story, Lois. I had tears in my eyes imagining your pain. I’m so happy for you (and all of us) that Our Queen has an intangible universal quality that each of us can tap into at our own level of joy and need. She AND HER TEAM must be, HAVE to be, the very epitome of Royalty in Racing (and Penny Chenery!). They continue to inspire. Congratulations on your win.
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Zennie – I hope you and the girls have a beautiful day together. Good for you sharing your many gifts with Pirate Queen, Alyce and Sea Gull as well as your two-footed friends. We’d love to know how your friends are, if you are allowed to gossip just a little bit! ~~Love&Hugs~~HH
Linda
Queen Z loves King B. I like it. You will have fabulous times together.
Astrid
Thanks for this hilarious post! You/Dottie have a great sense of humour, which Bernardini, by looking at the pic. of him:), surely will greatly appreciate! He may have 100 other ‘Vatentine’s’ but you will be his leading lady forever! After laying eyes on you, his words simple will be:”She is UN-BE-LIE-VA-BLE!!”:)
Margaret
What a cute couple, the Brad and Angenlina of horse racing…much love Zenny..<3<3
Lynette Lucas
I’m glad you had a great Valentine’s!! I’m glad Bernie sent you something too!!!
Zen-Fan
Yes, I agree…thanks to Darley for providing those wonderful photos of Berbardini. He is quite remarkable, like his new best friend to be, Queen Z!
I hope they film your first meeting, less the actual breeding part. I would love to see the expression between the two of you! How precious your foal will be…
Barbara Wood
Great diary update today. Thank you! I love Bernie’s Valentine on his Facebook page to Zenny, complete with red bow!
@Lois–my heart breaks for your unimagineable loss. Also, RIP Barbaro, Eight Belles, Rough Sailing, Gold Ember (I was at Oaklawn when he went down). Too many heartbreaking losses.
Elaine
He is a handsome fellow. The two of you will make a wonderful pair! Can’t wait to see the beautiful baby you produce!
LT
Zenny you are toooo cute, Bernie is gonna fall head over hooves for you, and your babies are gonna be adorable, ears n all. GlD you had a good V Day
Sarah Powell
Glad everyone had a great valentine’s day. Can’t wait to see Princess Zendini ( we know the first one has to be a filly)! Do so look forward to the posts each day.
Colleen Robbins
Bernie is very handsome but he can’t hold a candle to your beauty! I am sure you are excited for your first date with him. The two of you will create magic,I’m sure but, a pretty girl like you shouldn’t tie yourself down to just one valentine…how about thinking on giving Curlin a try?