Lucky me! Photo by Sarah Campion
Hello Everyone!
Hope all of you are doing well! Everything here is just moving along beautifully! LOOK…I had COMPANY YESTERDAY! My dear owner, ANN, stopped by to visit me while on her way to a conference. This is GREAT FUN! Not only did we get to visit, snack, and catch up on all of the news from CA, but she also brought me PRESENTS for BERNIE! This is too cute!
One of the things we discussed was the “Z PIN.” Ann wanted me to let all of you know that she is working with someone on making the pin. Dottie and Mr. Moss are have a meeting this afternoon in relation to these things! Let’s hope it all works out! This type of ‘business stuff’ is all new to me!
I also wanted to give you a special update on the ZENYATTA LOUNGE. We hear many of you have been calling to help. This is great news and your kindness is so appreciated. At this time, I’d also like to introduce you to INES ROSAS. She is the ZENYATTA LOUNGE WOMAN OF THE MONTH.
The ladies all went to dinner at the Panda Inn on Monday night to celebrate the monthly birthdays and INES. When they were honoring INES, my jockey, Mike Smith, happened to be in the restaurant with some friends. He was so sweet! He came over to the celebration, congratulated INES, signed her CERTIFICATE, and stayed for photos. Cell phone cameras were flashing brightly. All of this really helped to make this a special evening for the Ladies. Too cute! I’ve just heard that INES is off to celebrate her gift…a facial or haircut. She can choose whatever she would prefer!
As a THANK YOU for this honor, INES taught a group of women in the lounge how to make cookies without an oven. I heard they were delicious! I’m not a cookie girl (yet)…but I heard they were a real HIT! I’m sending INES and all of the Ladies at the ZENYATTA LOUNGE a BIG HUG! I’m also sending ONE TO EACH OF YOU! Friends are so important!
Have a wonderful day!
With Love,
Hugs to All~
Z
Christine
Hi Zen Queen,
What great news from CA. The women there are special to you as you are to them. What a great group to be part of.
I know you are still waiting for news and are doing a lot of dancing in the great outdoors with the girls. Enjoy the blue grass.
Terry McNamee
Congratulations to Inez! This Zenyatta Lounge Woman of the Month is a great idea. Who is that lovely chestnut in the photo with Inez? Thank you Dottie & Queen Z for keeping all of us fans entertained and updated. I read the diary every day!
Gloria Jeanne
That is so Awesome Zen. I am super happy that Ann stopped by to see you on her way, that is a very special lady to take time to stop in and give you hugs and love and presents to Bernie- too cute.
I hope you are doing well and I wonder if she can tell if you are in Foal yet?? Just a few more days until we find out – can’t wait. Again, love and hugs to you.
Stella Bagwell
Dearest Zenyatta,
What a joyous surprise for you to see Ann! You both look fabulous. And I’d love to know what your gift to Bernie will be. :)
Hearing about your charity work always lifts my spirits. Congratulations on the wonderful success of the Zenyatta Lounge. I’m sure all the ladies adore you and all that you’ve done for them. And Mike is the best—you must love him dearly.
Happy munching on that Kentucky blue grass, dear Queen!
Kisses and hugs to you,
Stel
Patti in Carlsbad
LADY Z, YOU AND ANN LOOK SO HAPPY TO SEE EACH OTHER AGAIN. TELL ME, WHAT GIFTS DID SHE BRING FOR YOU TO SEND TO BERNIE? IT WOULD BE SUCH FUN TO KNOW HOW HE REACTED TO HIS SPECIAL TREATS FROM HIS “SPECIAL” GIRL.
CONGRATULATIONS TO INES. IT IS SO IMPORTANT THAT EVERYONE BE RECOGNIZED WHEN THEY DO SOMETHING OUT OF THE ORDINARY. I’LL BET SHE WAS DELIGHTED TO HAVE MIKEY JOIN AND BE A PART OF HER FESTIVITIES.
Bridget
Miss you, Z. When are we going to get to see you?
Christine in VA
Me Again Zen
I see there are more Christines so I am going to be Christine in Va from now on. I know there is only on ZENYATTA and always will be. Waiting on the news about the pins also. What a great Christmas gift that would make
Jan
Zenyatta,
That smile on Ann’s face says it all. Is that a big bag of peppermints in her hands. :) You look very beautiful big mama. Have lots of fun with your gal pals romping in the grass. Congrats to Inez. :) Lots of love @ kisses from Houston. XOXO
Patricia
Zenyatta…Hi, this is your 5 year old fan, Ella! I was so thrilled to get off the bus today and see the picture of your “mommy” Ann! My mom told me about the “Z-pin” and we hope that this all works out. I have a b-day coming up and would love one! Anyway, my horse riding lessons are going great. Every time I ride I think of you.
With love, Ella
suew
Zenny…I loved seeing the picture of you and Ann. What a special relationship you have with your owners. Classy…the whole bunch of you…it surely shows. I can’t wait for news on March 9th. and info on the pin. Too cute that Bernie was also thought of by your team. He sure joined a Royal Family when he met YOU. I’ll be on the road for the next week so it will be hard for me to always be near a computer. BUT…I’ll be checking in whenever I can. Good Luck on the baby front. Hooves are crossed!
Katie Clawson
Zenny, I am only 3-4 hours away from you. I can’t take being this close and not being able to see you! When will we get to see you??
Love, Katie(future jockey)
Mary Stanford
Z…. you can tell Mrs. Moss loves you so much …she is so happy when she is around you. I also wanted to say I just read the interview on Bloodhorse.com they did called “Zenyatta, Horse of a Lifetime for David Ingordo By Samantha Clark” …it told all about David’s very interesting life and some fun facts about you. Tell Dottie she must be one proud mother to have a son like David….what a nice young man. Just think Z…you will be a mom one day…and can know how Dottie feels.
Irene Caty
Hi Zenny, what a special visit when Ann showed up to see you. She is a lovely person and is very deeply fond of you. I’m sure Bernie will like his gift and especially coming from you. Glad to see the green grass so now you can really graze. Comgradulations to Ines. She must feel very proud. Haveing that little party with the girls is a good idea. Hope you had a fun day seeing Ann and haveing some special visiting time together. Do you still go out to the paddock every day? Have fun and be happy. Love you dear Zenny.
Kathryn
What a sweetheart!
Ann Maree
Hi, Zen,
So glad you have some real Bluegrass to munch on! You are so special, and the far-reach of your influence is felt in so many areas of your sport, as well as the wonderful charities and groups you support. The name of Zenyatta will forever be remembered not only for your exploits on the track, but off the track as well. I love and often paraphrase what Priscilla Clark said about you, that we continue to experience the incredible light of your being…you will continue to be transformative far into the future.
Kudos to the ladies in the Zenyatta Lounge…I’m so glad they have a place to rest and re-charge, to take a break in a clean, safe, attractive space, and that it continues to attract those who help and support all your fellow tbs.
Hugs. Your friend, Ann Maree
Mary Stanford
Hey Z….thought you might like to read this and maybe some other people on here…it is part of David’s article on Bloodhorse…David really loves you Z…and I loved reading this:
Q: What kind of mother do you think she’ll be?
David: Well, she’s a nurturing animal. Little kids would come up to her at the track and what’s the worst thing, that as a hot racehorse that’s cranked and ready to run, and on edge? To be around a little kid that’s trying to spook it or pet it or something. There was a little girl that walked up and was playing around her legs, and Zenyatta knew it, and was good and didn’t do anything. Another time, a little girl came up behind her and swiped her butt really fast, and normally that would get you kicked from here to Fayette County, and Zenyatta just looked at her, she’s an extraordinary horse.
Allen
Queen Z I am so happy that Ann got to see you. I can tell from the picture how much you love each other. Is anyone from Team Z planing on coming to LN on your birthday? It’s less than a month away. Have fun in all that blue grass. Love from Tn.
Stephanie J Lambert
How nice that your Mommy Anne came to see you :)Sending Ines hugs from Maine x0x0x0x0
ashley
Cool Z <3 Thanks for keeping all of us posted!! Im so glad Ann stopped to see you :D
Sheri
I bet you were soo happy when Ann came to see you! She realy does love you! Thats cool how Ines won the award! the Zenyatta Lounge sounds really cool! haha! Love you Z! :D
Whatawonderfulworld
Fantastic times for the ‘Zenyatta ladies’…and to meet Mike Smith! wow
OraJean Stevenson
Dear Queen-Z & Team-Z,
Thanks for the nice up-date and fun pictures. I have a question. Is there a Zenyatta Lounge at Hollywood Park, as well as at Santa Anita? I have a few things to give to the ladies, but lately, I’ve only read comments about a ladies’ lounge at SA?? Maybe one of your Diary fans can let me know the answer. Thanks!
Q-Z, I’m so glad to read about how HAPPY and HEALTHY you are at Lane’s End Farm. Keep the good news coming!! Hugs to you all. Fondly, OraJean
max
Beautiful Z. You appear to be having a great day. The camera obviously loves you and Ann Moss. Neither one of you ever looks less than totally glamorous. Always is a pleasure to read about your life at Lane’s End which looks like a fashionable spa for equines. Enjoy yourself, Queen Zenyi.
Linda Deutsch
Z…You have such a HUGE heart and it warms us all. Ann is so special as are all your team. Thanks so much, Dottie, for these heartfelt posts. Hoping the pins raise lots of money for worthy causes.
Marilu V
Hello Zeny! So happy to hear your Mom, Ann visited you. You are sooo lucky to have owners and a family that loves you so much. Hugs, MV
Sue Fredrick
Oh Zen, how great your mom got to come and see you again… and to bring gifts for hubby too. She is so sweet and young looking I just I just loved to watch her on TV when you won your races. Congrats to Ines on her win and how about Mike coming over to congratulate her. He is one special guy and I celebrate every win he gets. I’m coming down to Kentucky in April and remember to watch for me on the road out front I’ll honk the horn and wave to you, just give me one of those Zenyatta looks and I’ll be happy. Luv and kisses on your nose
nancy
Glad Ann came and saw you, what a treat for you, and to think of Bernnie as well just so sweet. I hope you and your BBFs are all doing great, glad to see no snow on the grown spring is comming what a treat that is as well. Your the best love ya lots.
Debbie
hi Z! so happy for you that Ann came to see you- what fun you must have had! The blue grass looks good enough to eat:-)
sounds like the Zenyatta Lounge is a great place, well of course it is, named after YOU!!! A BIG HUG from me to you! love you xoxoxo
Meredith
Just wonderful. I love all of this.
EK
Hmm. Stronach’s webbing is upside down. Coincidence??