BLUEGRASS BRUNCH AND BUBBLES – Saturday, September 24th 10 am – 12 pm
Zenyatta is happy to support the Secretariat Center in their upcoming event. Including a Lane’s End Tour Package featuring Zenyatta.
Join us for a fun morning at the Secretariat Center filled with bluegrass-themed brunch, a great mimosa and bloody Mary bar, a world-class silent auction, meet the OTTBs, demonstrations, guest speakers, contests, giveaways, and so much more! Help support the aftercare and reschooling efforts of our adoptable Thoroughbreds. Meet some of the owners and trainers who entrust their horses to our care and chat with some of our previous adopters who love their Secretariat Center graduates. Come to eat, drink, support, shop, meet, and mingle but leave with artwork, trips, tickets, and experiences you won’t soon forget.
Check out the Silent Auction featuring racing memorabilia, trips and experiences in Kentucky and abroad, gift certificates from local businesses, equine artwork, and more! Bidding is live now at will continue till 12pm on Sept. 24th!
For more info and to purchase tickets Click Here.
judy berube
Dear Marshall:
RIP Azaria. So sad😪😪😪
Love and Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Judy,
Very upsetting to lose any of these wonderful creatures and especially the juveniles. Bless them all.
Jose Gomez is still off-mounts after that fall, but recovering. He has experienced the “ups and (tragic) downs” in the last couple of weeks.
Hope you and all Z-friends have a lovely week! November is almost here!!
Hugs and Love 💕
judy berube
Dear Marshall:
So very upsetting to lose them like this. 😓😓😓
Hope JG is doing better.
Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL and DC:
Finally able to post again. Have a lovely evening.
Love and Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Judy,
Yay, glad the Blog is open to us again!!
Two weeks ago it did the same thing, strange. Hope it doesn’t become a regular occurrence.
Always grateful to have access though❣️
Hugs and Love
judy berube
Dear Marshall and Z Fans:
Hope the problem’s resolved.
Nice win by Frankie D and Kinross:
https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/264004/dettori-pilots-kinross-to-champions-sprint-stakes-glory
Also, an upset in the QIPCO Championship Stakes. Baaeed just wasn’t his usual self. Hope he’s OK.
https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/264002/baaeeds-unbeaten-record-ended-by-bay-bridge
Love and Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Judy,
Thanks for posting both of these Bloodhorse articles!
Congrats to Kinross, Frankie D. and all connections on the QIPCO British Championship Sprint Stakes — very well done!
Also, Congrats to Bay Bridge and all connections — fine win in the Championship Stakes! Baaeed still is an impressive horse for sure.
In the same Bloodhorse issue, there is an article on Gina Romantica’s win in the Queen Elizabeth II stakes at Keeneland. Congrats to this 3 year old daughter of Into Mischief out of Special Me(Unbridled’s Song). I think you will enjoy the article — the owners sound like very nice folks.
Note the height of Special Me — she is very petite!
Hugs and Love ❤️
Marshall (NC Broad)
Oops! Correction: Peter Brant is the owner of Gina Romantica.
I was referencing the breeders who own Special Me, and she is very special to them. :-)
Hugs and Love
judy berube
Dear Marshall:
Thanks, will look for the article on Gina. Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Marshall:
Wow, nice win by Gina Romantica. She is gorgeous.
Her Mom, Special Me, is indeed tiny; only 14.2 hands. Sure lives up to her name in her Special babies.
Love and Hugs, JB
Barbara Brayton
RIP Azaria. Horses are so big, and yet so fragile.
Also,RIP Robbie Coltrane, Hagrid from the Harry Potter films. Great guy.
judy berube
Dear Barbara:
So true; horses are fragile. 😓
RIP Robbie Coltrane. He was also in my favorite horse racing movie, “Let It Ride” starring Richard Dreyfus, Jennifer Tilly and Terry Garr. He played the mutual clerk at the window RD’s character placed his bets. If you get the chance, rent the movie. I think you’ll enjoy it. Very funny and entertaining.
Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL and DC:
Hope you’re all having a wonderful day. Love You. Big Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
Malathaat’s full sister, Julia Shining, following in her footsteps.
Congrats Beautiful Baby Girl.
https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/264042/julia-shining-full-sister-to-malathaat-crushes-debut
shirlee c cook
Judy,
Julia Shining looks to be a talented girl. So glad Barbara is keeping her and racing her in Stonestreet colors. Another Curlin girl!
judy berube
Dear Marshall:
This is an article on Special Me from 2019. Her foal in the photo is by Into Mischief and she is, in fact, Gina Romantica as a baby. She’s already almost as tall as mama. Both adorable.
Love and Hugs, JB
https://www.thoroughbreddailynews.com/special-me-the-bargain-of-a-lifetime/
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Judy,
Thanks so much for posting this TDN article! What an amazing story! I loved reading the article in Bloodhorse which referenced Special Me’s size and her success as a broodmare, but this gives even more insight into the Brogdens’ miraculous acquisition — she is a miracle AND a survivor to boot.
So glad her breeders were dedicated to helping her survive her premature birth, too. I also like that she is “sweet as pie”.
Definitely not a bad return on that $6,000 purchase!
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Congrats to Julia Shining and all connections! Way to run, baby sis!!!
Hugs and Love 💕
judy berube
Dear Marshall:
Yes, Special Me, truly is special. Love and Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Judy,
Yes she certainly is! Made my eyes misty.
🥰 ❤️ 🐎 🥰 ❤️ 🐎 🥰
Hugs and Love
Kathy
Dear Judy,
Aren’t they just so lovely?!! Thank you for the article!
Hugs,
Kathy
judy berube
Dear Kathy:
They are indeed. Love and Hugs, JB
shirlee c cook
Judy,
Thanks for the article on Special Me. Love these “feel good” stories. She sure is special. Glad she is with loving caring owners.
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Friends,
Here is a link to a video interview with the Brogdens, breeders of Gina Romantica.
https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/videos/264012/brogdens-savor-qeii-win-of-gina-romantica
Hugs and Cheers
judy berube
Dear Marshall:
Thanks for this link. Wonderful Cinderella story.
Breeding is such an unpredictable game. Tiny unraced mare produces multiple Champion race horses. Even when you know, you never know. Love and Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Judy,
So true!!!!!!
❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
Hugs and Love
Kathy
Dear Marshall,
What a great article! Thanks so much for sharing!
Hugs, Kathy
Donna Heim
Dear Marshall:
Loved the article on Special Me. She is just adorable. Thank you.
Donna
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Donna H.,
This is such an amazing story, and Special Me IS truly special❣️
Hugs and Love 🥰
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL and DC:
Goodnight and Happy Dreams. Love You. Hugs, JB💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
Lindal
Good day, Zenyatta friends!
I have been looking for the results of Thoroughbred makeover results to no avail. There is a short(29 seconds), of Zenyatta out in the pasture receiving scratches. There is another post that may interest folks who are fans of Mike Smith. It is a copy of a newspaper article about when he won his 61st stake race! A young Mike with hair, I might add.
Perhaps our Judy can find these two with her magical powers and post? Too cute! Please remember to pray for my brother who is still in Kiev, baking bread. Thank you. Lindal
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Lindal,
God bless your brother and keep him safe. 🙏 🙏 🙏
Hugs and Love 🥰
judy berube
Dear Lindal:
Prayers for your dear brother.
Will see if I can find the articles you referenced and post them here.
Love and Hugs, JB
shirlee c cook
Lynda,
God protect your brother and bless him for what he is doing.
Lindal
Old Friends in Ky. will be receiving a new resident. I am Lava Man will be retiring from his “coaching job” and going to Old Friends. He will be missed on the west coast tracks and HRC will miss him too. Good luck and I hope you’ll get many of your cookies! FYI. Lindal
Marshall (NC Broad)
Best Wishes to Lava Man for a super HAPPY RETIREMENT!!!
I am sure Mr. Blowen will keep him from becoming bored, and he will certainly be well-loved at all times. LM is a big STAR — long may he
shine!
Thanks for the news about Lava Man, Linda❣️
Hugs and Love
Lindal
Marshal, Thank you for continued prayers for my brother. His wife is in Poland with her Mother. Putin’s bombing attacks are getting closer to him, and he will leave for Poland when the time comes.
I didn’t say, but Lava Man will be escorting HRC to the Breeder’s Cup and then travel to Old Friends. He is so spoiled at his barn, OF will be an adjustment! Good evening. Lindal
judy berube
Dear Lindal:
Thanks for this info on Lava Man. I hope he gets acclimated to his new home easily. Sure HRC will miss him.
Long, happy, healthy life Coach.
Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL and DC:
Goodnight. Love all of you so much.
Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Lindal:
Try this link for Results. Hope this works for you. Love and Hugs, JB
https://www.therrp.org/makeover-stabling/
judy berube
Dear Lindal:
At the end of this article, they have a list of events and the winning horses and riders. Hope this helps.
https://www.americasbestracing.net/lifestyle/2022-ex-racehorses-display-award-winning-new-talents-2022-thoroughbred-makeover
Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Lindal and Z Fans:
Lindal, I think this might be the article from 1993 that you referenced on Mikey. Unfortunately, the photo is not very clear. He does indeed have hair.
https://www.nytimes.com/1993/12/31/sports/horse-racing-deep-in-stretch-smith-gets-stakes-record.html
Having no luck finding the video of Z so far.
Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Lindal and Z Fans:
Just found the video of Z getting some welcomed scratches. Beautiful girl. Look at that gorgeous “bump”.
https://twitter.com/LanesEndFarms/status/1582702457049993217?s=20&t=GZs2jCvkZNdARq-N4UOS3A
Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
Here’s a another look at Mikey’s article. Sorry it’s not large enough to read. Love and Hugs, JB
https://www.nytimes.com/1993/12/31/sports/horse-racing-deep-in-stretch-smith-gets-stakes-record.html?smid=url-share
judy berube
OOPs:
Guess you have to purchase subscription to be able to read the article.
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Judy,
Thanks anyway! I am not a subscriber to NYT.
However, I did enjoy seeing our girl Z getting her back scratched and loving every minute of it. Thanks for sharing this little video!
Hugs and Love 💕
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
Beautiful Midnight Bisou, in foal to Tapit, will be offered in the Keeneland Sale next month.
Hoping she stays Stateside; maybe with Mandy Pope or Jane Lyon.
Love and Hugs, JB
https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/264114/champion-midnight-bisou-joins-keeneland-november-sale
Kathy
Dear Judy,
I hope with all my might that she stays Stateside! What a beauty.
Hugs, Kathy
judy berube
Dear Kathy:
Me too. Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
Frankie D. scheduled to ride in two races on BC Day. Love and Hugs, JB
https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/264076/dettori-lands-breeders-cup-rides-on-moira-last-call
Ann NC
Love Frankie and always enjoy him flying but depending on the handicapping?
Can not wait! Praying for a safe and beautiful day of racing!
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL and DC:
Have a peaceful evening. Love and Hugs, JB🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
This video of and commentary by the trainer of Bell’s The One is so informative and fun. She is quite a character. Enjoy!
https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/videos/264094/pessin-reflects-on-bond-with-bells-the-one
Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
Look who’ll be standing stud duty at legendary Claiborne Farm; Bernie’s boy, Art Collector.
Long, healthy life Beautiful Boy.
Love and Hugs, JB
https://claibornefarm.com/grade-1-winner-art-collector-to-stand-at-claiborne-farm-upon-retirement/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=grade-1-winner-art-collector-to-stand-at-claiborne-farm-upon-retirement
Kathy
Dear Judy,
He is just STUNNING, isn’t he? All the best for this gorgeous horse and his new career.
Hugs, Kathy
judy berube
Dear Kathy:
Didn’t answer your posts sooner because I haven’t been able to access the Blog for couple of days.
Wishing AC all the best too. Like our Ann, love him.
Love and Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC Broad)
Hallelujah!!!!!!!!!
The Blog is back, YAY!
Don’t like this “cut-off” feeling — so glad to see my friends’ posts today.
JB, thank you for the great articles❣️
Hugs and Love 💕
judy berube
Dear Marshall:
Missed you and everyone. Love and Hugs, JB
Ann NC
Thanks!
Love him!
judy berube
Dear Ann:
Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL and DC:
Goodnight and Happy Dreams. Love You. Big Hugs, JB🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
Richie confirmed for the Classic:
Godspeed Beautiful Boy.
Love and Hugs, JB
https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/264203/rich-strike-confirmed-for-breeders-cup-classic
shirlee c cook
Judy,
Hope he does well and comes out of the race safe and sound. Hope Sonny behaves himself. I was hoping Richie would pass up the Classic and go in the Clark. Love Richie alot but can’t see him beating Flightline or Life Is Good. Only way is if those 2 get in a speed duel and he can outlast the rest.
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
Glorious Flightline prepared for his trip to Kentucky. Godspeed Champ.
Love and Hugs, JB
https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/264172/lexington-bound-flightline-delivers-penultimate-bc-work
judy berube
PS: Scroll down the article for a video of Flightline’s work. Love and Hugs, JB
Ann NC
Oh my. JB and Zfans, his arrival in Kentucky has me crying. What a magnificent horse he is!
Just saw a video of him standing and taking in his new digs…yes, he be all hip and way so cool.
Well, someone commented on him and said….The Look of Eagles….this is It. Agree and Zenny, we all know you have always maintained that look! 😉
judy berube
Dear Ann;
Look of Eagles indeed.
Love Ya. Hugs, JB
Martha
Hi Everyone! Hopefully this time I’ll be able to post. I agree with everything that everyone has posted. Just wanted to see if indeed as Marshall said I could post again. Good Night everyone. There was actually SNOW on the ground this a.m. More is expected later this week. Seems as though winter has come to the high desert.
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL and DC:
Have a restful night and Happy Dreams. Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
Nice article from BloodHorse on Flightline and his transport team. The article also notes that he will stand at Lane’s End when he’s retired.
Love and Hugs, JB
https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/264212/flightline-arrives-at-keeneland-for-breeders-cup-bid
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
Beautiful Secret Oath to be offered at Fasig Tipton Sale after Breeder’s Cup. Hope she stays in KY.
https://paulickreport.com/news/breeders-cup/one-of-those-really-special-ones-secret-oath-headed-to-fasig-tipton-after-breeders-cup/
Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL and DC:
Love and Hugs, JB💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
This wonderful article recalls the best BC calls ever (with video replays). Guess who’s BCC is included in the list. My absolute favorite Z race.
https://paulickreport.com/features/breeders-cup-buzz/breeders-cup-buzz-the-winning-calls-from-the-announcers-booth/
Love and Hugs, JB
Kathy
Dear Judy,
I’m 1000% with you there! LOVE our Queen! She gave us thrills that wouldn’t stop!
Hugs, Kathy
judy berube
Dear Kathy:
Yes, indeed. Still get goosebumps whenever I watch our Queen’s BCC races.
Love and Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Judy and Kathy,
Yes indeed, goosebumps and thrills aplenty!
Z takes your breath away. 😍
Thanks for sharing these articles, JB.
Hugs and Love 💕
judy berube
Dear Marshall:
Love and Hugs, JB
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL and DC:
Have a lovely evening and Happy Dreams.
Love and Hugs, JB❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
judy berube
Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL, ZIL, DC and Z Fans:
Missing all of you. Love and Hugs, JB
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Judy,
Well it’s good to see your post today! Guess the Blog is back open to us — seems to be a regular pattern now. 😕
Hope everyone has a good week!
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!! 🎃 🎃 🎃
Hugs and Love
judy berube
Dear Marshall:
Good to see your post too. Love and Hugs, JB