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Ann and Jerry Visit Zenyatta

Photo by Alys Emson/Lane’s End


Happy Monday!

We thought it would be nice to start the week with photos from last week’s visit to Lane’s End. Ann and Jerry went to see Zenyatta and her colt with bags of carrots in tow. Both Z and her son are doing well, enjoying the crisp Kentucky fall air. Zenyatta is healthy and happy, and 12Z is growing fast!

Enjoy!
-Team Z

Photo by Alys Emson/Lane’s End


Photo by Alys Emson/Lane’s End


Photo by Alys Emson/Lane’s End


Photo by Alys Emson/Lane’s End


Photo by Alys Emson/Lane’s End


Photo by Alys Emson/Lane’s End


Photo by Alys Emson/Lane’s End


Photo by Alys Emson/Lane’s End


Photo by Alys Emson/Lane’s End

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    Mary Cage’s article is another great read!
    Remembering Pulpit Through His Progeny
    12/11/2012 12:05 PM
    Past the Grandstand by Mary Cage
    December 6, 2012 marked a day of sadness in the Thoroughbred world. With the sudden, unexpected death of the grand Pulpit, the breeding industry suffered a huge loss. A perennial leading sire, the son of the greatA.P. Indy will be greatly missed in the industry, but his offspring provide us with a chance to savor his legacy.
    http://www.horseracingnation.com/blogs/grandstand/Remembering_Pulpit_Through_His_Progeny_123

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      These are great, Keta.
      He looks so much like his Baby Brother.
      Hope he can “throw some of those genes”.

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        Judy, thank you. I am typing through tears! John Henry, the great John Henry, what a horse! What a privilege to have seen many of his races in person.

        • Dear Especially Horses:

          How great is that! You got to see JH race live and up close. Hugs, JB

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        Dear Judy B.,
        Thanks for this wonderful link to the 1984 Arlington Million with the fabulous John Henry winning the race at nine years old — BRILLIANT! What a truly fine horse!!
        Cheers and lots of hugs!

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    The Great John Henry!! Tribute and honors to a magnificent horse.
    Here’s to you, kid ( and to you, also, JAG)!

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    I just can’t wait to see Zenyatta’s new foal. I’m so happy that 12Z is coming along so well. I pray for their safety.

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    I was enjoying looking at these pictures and
    seeing Ann and 12Z , it brings back the moments after
    his birth and Ann getting down in the hay and nuzzling
    him as a newborn foal.

    They say animals imprint from early experiences. I think
    our beautiful boy knows Ann is his human Mama,

    Such a lovely thing to see .

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      Janet, you have echoed my thoughts! I was reflecting on that same thing…Ann and the newborn colt with Z so calmly looking on.

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      Dear Janet,

      Though the same thing about Ann’s imprinting to her within hours of his birth.
      May have been very purposeful so he will always be gentle with her even when
      he becomes a big strong colt.

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      No, according to every report, the colt won’t be sold. The Mosses like to race their homebreds, and anyway this boy is their first “grandchild.”

      He is unlikely to be named soon, if they keep to their usual practice. According to David Ingordo, who would know, the Mosses prefer to name their horses just before they leave their initial training in Florida to go to their trainers’ barns. For 12Z, this would occur in early-mid 2014, when he is 2. They have said that they are thinking hard about a perfect name for him, though.

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      Dear Wendy,

      Ann Moss emphatically stated in print that Zenny’s offspring will not be sold
      in an article late 2010 before she even became pregnant. Most likely they
      will keep all of her offspring and sell her Grandchildren. As Zenny is going to
      create a “family” for them to enhance their breeding operation.

      When Zenny was at the Mayberry’s pretraining (2 years old), David Ingordo was called to
      come down and look at the filly. He thought she had strangles or was sick.
      When he got there The Mayberry’s said to him “You have one special filly,
      she passes everyone in training”. She really needs to have a speical name.
      Zenyatta was named at the end to her 2 year old training when she before she went to John Sherriffs barn.

      In the racing world, it is important to get a feel for the talent of the horse and their
      personality as they begin their training to name them. SO THEY ARE FREQUENTLY NAMED AFTER THEIR TWO YEAR OLD TRAINING. THEY HAVE ACTUALLY THINKING OF A NAME SINCE THE SECOND HE WAS FOALED.

      So Zenny may have two unnamed foals after her Tapit foal is born. Remember they are not human and human traditions of naming are not part of the TB racing world, usually.

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      Dear Susan,

      The do look very much alike, although 12 Z has a star on his forehead and Zenny
      has a blaze. They are such a cute, mom and son.

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    Thank you Lane’s End and Mr. & Mrs. Moss for sharing these lovely pictures, so full of love and warmth. Merry Christmas to you and have a wonderful Holiday Season.

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    Thank you so much for the wonderful pictures. I’ve worried so about Zenyatta missing her pride and joy. She looks terrific and as loving as ever. 12Z is a real beauty.

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    Dear Zenny fans, Dumplings and ALL,

    The light of god surrounds us,
    The love of god enfolds us,
    The power of god protects us,
    The presence of God watches over us,
    Wherever we are, God is,
    And where God is, all is well.

    Wishing everyone a wonderful and blessed day.

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    DAILY RACING FORUM: Calidoscopia Update – BC Marathon winner;
    has a temp – guess he should have been wearing his “bonnet”. Love this
    9 year old.

    12/11/2012 3:30PM
    Hollywood: Calidoscopio regroups after minor setback
    By Steve Andersen

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    Emily Shields
    Calidoscopio wins the Breeders’ Cup Marathon at 17-1. He will skip the Hollywood Turf Cup and target the Santa Anita Handicap.
    INGLEWOOD, Calif. – Calidoscopio, the 9-year-old from Argentina who won the Breeders’ Cup Marathon at Santa Anita on Nov. 2 in a 17-1 upset, will miss Saturday’s $250,000 Hollywood Turf Cup because of an elevated temperature.

    The illness was detected last week and had subsided enough last weekend for the horse to resume light training, trainer Mike Puype said.
    The new long-term goal for Calidoscopio is the $750,000 Santa Anita Handicap at Santa Anita on March 2, with one prep race.

    “That leaves me with a little bit of time,” Puype said. “We’re not in a big hurry.”

    Calidoscopio won the BC Marathon in his 40th start. The winner of 10 races, including seven group stakes in South America, Calidoscopio has earned $853,154.

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      The “I guess he should have been wearing his bonnet” was the first thing I thought when I read this, LOL!

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        Dear Eveline,

        It was probably and good luck “bonnet”. Aaron Grinder (during an HRTV interview) was saying he wished they would have kept some of his traditions as he is after all 9 years old. Aaron also offered to gallop him bareback without a saddle.
        Maybe there is some legal issues surrounding that on the track and for a trainer.
        Just hope this “guy” can make/want to learn a new way of training. His Breeders
        Cup win was awesome and I hope he can defend and win the title again in
        2013.

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    Thank you for the pics, it was nice to see Z, she looks good. And we know who Z looks at as her ‘human’ mommy! Beautiful pictures of she and Anne. You can see the familiarity in her eyes…almost a serenity in her composure-like she knows that the Mosses represent ‘home.’ And its quite apparent that baby z carries those genes as well.

    Merry Christmas to Z, baby Z, the Mosses and LE.

    p.s. to LE, remember we never tire of seeing pics ;)

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    @ Vicki B-Just checked out your post about the “celebration” the funeral home is planning. Left my reply on Page 7. No made-up RN joke could top this “serious” announcement.

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    PAYNTER Update Wed. 12-12-12 Alex Brown tweet
    Alex Brown‏@AlexBrownRacing
    Paynter, enjoying some hand grazing in the sun
    http://twitpic.com/blbuos

    Keta Note: First thing I noticed was how much his neck has filled out!
    The weight gain is really showing.

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    Laugh for today!
    Mario Draghi‏ tweet
    Stupid Americans: It’s 12/12/12, not 12/12/12

    With a little extra info from Dr. Sanjay Gupta (CNN) ‏ tweet
    today, 12/12/12, is the century’s last triple – or sequential – date.
    the next one occurs on January 1, 2101
    Keta Note; No, I did not check this to be sure it is absolutely correct.
    So, if it isn’t, let me know & I will let Dr. Gupta know

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    Kathy R. post from Ask The Experts On December 11, 2012 at 2:08 pm
    Dear Keta: Thanks for this piece of information. Still nothing down here regarding where Americain will stand. Bit surprised that it’s taking so long. TVN Thoroughbreds programme is showing revisits to various studs – the week coming will feature So You Think (drool). Last night they featured More Than Ready and Pluck. Lovely to see them all again. Cheers.

    Kathy R. It is surprising that there hasn’t been news there.
    It was such a huge deal here. Revitalizing the great Calumet Farm.
    Here is the story . It was posted earlier. But, thought it would be easier to access

    Three Chimneys Farm‏ tweet Congrats to Calumet Farm on their new roster of stallions,
    AIKENITE, AMERICAIN, & LENTENOR,

    Keta Note: Here is the True Nicks article,
    You have to read a lot of history to get to the new stallions.

    Calumet Farm Returns with Trio of New Stallions
    Written by Alan Porter | Nov 29, 2012 | The Blood-Horse True Nicks
    http://cs.bloodhorse.com/blogs/truenicks/archive/2012/11/29/calumet-farm-returns-with-trio-of-new-stallions.aspx
    Hugs, Keta

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      Dear Keta: Thanks for that. My comment is really regarding where (if) Americain will stand in Australia – the connections have indicated in various interviews that the name of the Australian stud would be announced by now – I’m just curious as to why it’s taking so long to find that Australian stud. Maybe it’s because the industry here is looking to buy and import “ready made” distance runners, and not start from scratch? Don’t know, but as I said, there is no discussion on the lack of information. Skysportsradio reported this morning that Americain has left the country for his new home, and the information you posted on Kindergarten Kid, but again nothing about him standing in Australia.

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      JudyB. Happy to see this. Looks like Spring in the Air aka Little Zenyatta is back in training after the bleeding incident. Good to know. Also liked the mention of Pool Play, a real trooper of a horse. Like TT, Pool Play is owned by Lane’s End.

      Also glad to see that you have recovered from your move.

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        Dear Max:

        Yes, great to know “Little Zenyatta” is recovered. Thank you for your kindness and friendship. Life’s getting back to normal, finally. Hugs, JB

        • Trina. JudyB posted the article which contained this info. Thanks should go to her. I’m thilled for Little Zenyatta. She had a very bad time after her BC race. I’m hoping for a full recovery.

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      Thanks, Judy B.
      Loved reading your story about, Papa running to greet you! Makes you feel like a million bucks when they do that!
      HUGS!!!

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        Dear Ann:

        Yes, it’s a special feeling. I wish every one could experience the loving and bonding nature of horses.

        It’s funny, I know that Charlie sees me and he knows there’s treats. But when I saw him last weekend, he was in the paddock with two of his Buds so I gave all of them carrots and mints. After the treats were gone, I was petting Charlie and talking to him. All three were listening intently. As I turned to go and said goodby waving to them, they all just stood there for quite a while watching me walk away. Then they turned and went back to grazing. I actually felt like they didn’t want me to go. They are truly amazing. Having this opportunity to know Charlie has been so wonderful. I’m learning so much about horses through him. Love and Hugs, JB

        • JudyB. A lovely story. Sounds to me like all of these horses love you. You better come armed with carrots and peppermints for each one on your next visit, and be ready to talk to them.

        • Judy B.
          You are the best! PC is lucky to have you in his life.
          Talking to the horses is a simple pleasure of life. They just tell it like it is!

        • Dear Max, Ann and Z Fans:

          Oh yes, I’ll make sure I have enough treats to go around. They are so much fun and each one has his/her own personality.

          Having Charlie in my life, and the friendship of all of you, has lifted my spirits and helped me through a tough year. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Thanks, Judy. So happy to see that Spring in the Air is back in training after bleeding badly at the Breeders’ Cup. She was simply charming that day as she danced in the paddock before the race.

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      Dear Cynthia H.:

      Can’t believe it’s almost a year. Kari in February and my Russ in April. Hugs, JB

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    @Sign.
    No doubt the Mosses will race all of Zenyatta’s offspring (colts and fillies) under their Colors and keep all her fillies for their breeding program, but do you think the Mosses will really keep all of Zenyatta’s colts? No matter what kind of racer he becomes, I don’t see them EVER selling 12Z. 12Z has already become his own sort of celebrity being the “first” foal. But if Zeny should have several colts, what would they do with them all after their racing career is over, especially the non stakes winning stallion? I doubt any will be gelded. It wouldn’t surprise me to see a country like Japan wanting to buy the best Zenyatta stallion they could get their hands on for stallion duty. Come to think of it, I’d like to see a Zenyatta stallion standing in California someday. What I can imagine is the Mosses standing (with or without syndicating) any Champion or near Champion out Zenyatta and selling the other stallions with a buyback clause or some other type of provision written in to protect the horse. But then again, the Mosses are extraordinary people so maybe they will be the sole owners of a herd of Zenyatta’s. Haha. BTW, I hope all Z’s babies make it to the races and are stakes winners and of course hoping for a Horse of the Year to emerge.

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      Dear Especially Horses,

      Love the great generation of possibilites for Zenny’s children. You are right so many owners say standing a stallion is very difficult. Even the Ramsey’s seem to only have one stallion they generate all of their “Kittens” from, Kittens Joy. I was imagining them having a huge farm and property full of all of Zenny’s “children”, but the reality might be they have to sell some of them if they are all not “special”, but to let Japan get one, Oh My. Also, stallion contracts seem to ebb and flow. Tiago and Giacamo were in KY then moved out for a while and are now back. Not sure what the cost is to stand a stallion and retain ownership?? Maybe they would only sell part ownership??? It would be wonderful
      if one of Zenny’s colt’s did stand in California. It sure does seem like they will all race there. John Sherriff’s sure has a knack with slow to develop leggy fillies. Going to
      be interesting if 12 Z is slow to develop, too. Bernardini was prepared to race at 2,
      but had “the two year old this and that” so did not run. However, Tapit really does breed speed and preciousness in his off spring. Not sure if her late maturity will over ride this though. Another thought is that a horse of her size and late development, colt or filly, takes a lot of time and money. Some people will not want to wait that out.

      Lets keep up the possibilities and then we can see what actually happens. However,
      if anyone has lots of $$$$ it is The Mosses.

      The Japanese are going to build a TB empire that no one can beat with
      US bloodstock. They are a very interesting people. Very intelligent and very focused
      on being successful and at the top of their game. And they do get there, no fooling around. We had an oriental medical fellow and he worked solid over 10O days, no days off and constant on call. His work ethic and focus was amazing. And at the end of the 100 days he never complained and never looked tired, amazing !!!

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    Eblouissante to Make Next Start at Hollywood
    Updated: Wednesday, December 12, 2012 5:20 PM
    A smashing winner in her much anticipated debut last month, Eblouissante, a half sister to 2010 Horse of the Year Zenyatta, will make her second start Dec. 15 at Betfair Hollywood Park.
    Entered in the fourth race, an allowance/optional claiming event, Eblouissante’s presence adds to an already attractive Saturday program that includes the $250,000 Hollywood Turf Cup (gr. IIT) and the $750,000 CashCall Futurity (gr. II).
    Eblouissante will have four opponents in the the Cushion Track event that carries a purse of $48,000 for fillies and mares at 1 1/16 miles. Post time is 12:30 p.m. Saturday.

    Read more on BloodHorse.com: http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/75025/eblouissante-to-make-next-start-at-hollywood#ixzz2EsZd5DEf

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    just got home from Oaklawn…..driving up and down the stable streets….lots of folks in residence…I need a map so I can go find the ones I want to see up close…this is going to be really super…my hubby thinks I have gone round the bend…
    ….
    kisses for all soft noses worldwide
    …
    ZENNY….eat…..rest….sleep…exercise….keep all spa appt…esp the mud bath ones…and
    the PACING will start soon
    …
    best of everything to all

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    What beautiful pictures. Thank you, Lanes End for sharing these with us. Zenyatta looks as sweet as ever and Z12 is getting so big! He looks like he’s starting to grow into those big ears a little bit. Too cute! To all you California Dumplings out there, I look forward to seeing you in the winners circle with Ebby on Saturday!

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      Debbie we weren’t expecting it last time! LOL! Who knows about this time – can you imagine if they do? Triple the peeps down there, MORE people are coming to see her this time. If we aren’t invited, that is OK too. That’s not the reason I am going – I love her sweet self, want her to do well and come back safe. Of course I ALWAYS cheer John’s dumplings in a race, If peeps keep cool and calm, low key about her start, maybe they will again.

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