Today is Zenyatta’s 13th birthday, and she celebrated with her pals from Lane’s End Farm. There were cookies, cupcakes, and cards from fans around the world. Happy birthday to Queen Z and our boy Ziconic too!
-Team Z
Happy Birthday, Zenyatta!
Queen of Racing
Margaret
Hay Z…
Well despite being busy with a bridal shower this morning, I did wish you happy birthday while at my sisters. And to Ziconic and another horse Toby, who helped me get my confidence back to riding horses again. Toby shares this day with you and Ziconic.
Looks like you had a marvelous time with all your best pals from LE’s! So glad they love you as much as we do!
Well I’m on giraffe watch…,so I best get back. But I’ll be waiting anxiously in a couple weeks to hear your own baby news.
Donna
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ZENYATTA and ZICONIC! !!! I hope you had a great day and ate your favorite treats. I had a wonderful time Zenny when I came to visit you 2 years ago. I miss you – I’m due for another visit. I hope to also meet Ziconic and Coz one day. I LOVE YOU and your family and I’m greatful that Team Z shares you with me and all your fans . Looking forward to your new Foal I’m praying for a healthy delivery and a healthy foal. God bless xoxoxo.
Roberta
What a beauty she is:)
When is baby due? Soon by the look of her
How are her 2 racing sons doing
May Z have a safe delivery and a very healthy baby
Let’s pair her up with American Pharoh for the next baby daddy
EM CONRAD
Looks like a great party for The Queen ?
Nancy/Ca.
Happy Birthday to our beautiful Queen!! <3 And Ziconic too! We love you and can't wait to see your new foal! <3 Thanks so much team Z,for everything.
Lynne
To Zenyatta and Ziconic.
Happy, Happy Birthday!!!
judy berube
Dear Mama Z, COZ, ZI and DC:
Happy Birthday Mama Z and ZI. Hope you enjoyed all your special treats. Goodnight and Happy Dreams. Love and Hugs, JB
Z Princess, Dubai, Baby Z, will always love you.
Betty in Tampa
Happy Birthday to my two favorite Z’s —- Zenyatta and Ziconic! I hope Queen Z enjoyed all of her birthday treats, I did not know that she liked Mrs. Pastures Horse Cookies.
Thank you to all those at Lane’s End who celebrated her 13th birthday with her and made it a special occasion. Keep her safe and healthy, hoping for news of a beautiful foal in the next few weeks.
Tammy in MN
Happy Birthday to my favorite Queen! And to her Prince Zinconic!
KJ Bailey
Thank you, Alys. Your talent is wonderful. Happy Birthday, Queen Z and Zi. My son turned 18 on your shared birthday, too.
Kathy
April 2 Cherokee Devotional
What we know in our heads is not always workable until we get it down in our hearts. The heart is the very core of us-the spirit, the vital u li s go li yv. Some call it the subconscious, the file room of our experiences and beliefs-the substance of who we are. Sometimes we file things in this inner-storage that are not to our benefit-fear for the most part. And fear is the subtle destroyer of the human part. But there are other things there as well, some of it information we neither remember nor even know we have recorded. Like old files, it needs to be cleaned out. But how can we clean out what we do not know we have? By self-monitoring, by plumbing the depths in writing, drawing out our own thought the way we prime an old pump to draw up water. It takes honesty spiked with a good sense of humor. Getting to know oneself is worth the effort.
Again…I recall the great vision you sent me. It may be that some little root of the sacred tree still lives.
Black Elk 1912
shirleeinindy
Does anyone know where you can order the horse cookies she is getting. Would be fun to send some to her, Ziconic and some other of our favorites.
Love the look in her eyes. She seems so content and happy. The visits from her public appear to be a real joy to her. Of course, the goodies are a part of that. Wish I could see her but it is okay just to share parts of her life on this blog.
Max
There’s a website which tells you how to buy at store locations and online. Just google MrsPastures cookies.
Ann Adam
They have a website and the web address is a simple as can be. They can also be ordered on line via Google and Amazon. The company also sells to tackle and feed stores as well as farm supply stores.
JudyFromAiken, SC
You know Shirleeinindy – I was going to say something about her eyes, her expressions also when I saw your post. I have never in my life seen another race horse that I had any doubt realized what actually was going on around her like Zenny does. I mean you can SEE it in her expressions, even when she is looking at the birthday cards!
Just another reason we all love her so, right?
I know you, just as I am, are hoping and praying for an uneventful delivery, birth and ALL that goes with it. I didn’t think I could sink any lower into sadness after Princess Z but then the colt that didn’t make it…………..
PERISH those thoughts! Zenny’s new colt or filly is going to be healthy, happy and maybe just maybe be the one she will finally give up some of those champion genes to! Medaglia d’Oro sure is no slouch either!
I have officially starting my yearly pacing in the Waiting Room………………….
shirleeinindy
JudyFromAiken,
Yes, Z Princess broke my heart. On the anniversary of her death, I donate to Our Mims in her memory. I was sadden by the loss of the little foal but not like Z Princess. We had gotten to know and love her over many months. She was so beautiful. I do hope this one is a filly but most of all, just healthy.
Did you ever visit Palace Malice while he was in Aiken? What a big good looking dude he is.
sheena.davies(wales)
On this day in 1977 a horse created history at Aintree.This horse was bred to be of little consequence.By a sprinting father out of a neurotic mare his racing began.ironically at Aintree,in 1967 just shy of his 2nd birthday.He dead heated in a selling plate.It was a tough introduction for him.He was to suffer much punishment in his early races but somehow the fire in his mother’s belly made his will as strong as steel.By all intents and purposes his racing career should only have lasted a couple of seasons but he alone knew he was destined for greater things.He survived in spite of people.5different trainers nearly 2 dozen jockeys,he survived the year of the cough and one of the worst diseases of the foot.He survived because he possessed immense courage.That horse was Red Rum and 40yrs ago today he won his 3rd Grand National when he was 12yrs old.In 1974 in the space of 3 weeks he ran 8 and a1/2 miles and jumped 57 fences carrying 12st at Aintree and 11st 13lbs at Ayr.This is the reason we adore our chasers.Red’s achievements at Aintree will never be equalled certainly not in my lifetime.He died in his 31st year on October 18th 1995 and was laid to rest at the place he called home the winning post at Aintree.The Grand National takes place this Saturday and I am sure the old boy will be looking down on the horses and wishing them a safe journey.RIP Red you earned your rest and our undying gratitude.X
His 3rd win
http://www.youtube.com/watch?=V8DXR3FOA-o0
Max
Video doesn’t work. Maybe only available in U.K?
sheena.davies(wales)
Maybe Sorry about that.
sheena.davies(wales)
I have just been watching the video.Just as thrilling today as 40yrs ago but I do wonder where all those years have gone.Seems like yesterday to me.Are you watching the Boat race?
Max
They don’t cover those races here.
Celeste_in_TX
Thanks! I didn’t realize he won the Grand National 3 times. Wow!
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Sheena,
Thanks for the moving tribute to the magnificent Red Rum. He really was something else!
What a survivor and what a winning brave soul.
Your writing brought a mist to my eyes, but in a good way. So glad he had a good long life, too.
Hugs and Love
judy berube
Dear Sheena:
Your post is a nice tribute to Red Rum. Run free in God’s Heaven beautiful boy. Love and Hugs, JB
Ann NC
Zenny, wow, look at those sweet treats and cards. How special. Hope you had a great day and Zi too!!
What a day of racing yesterday. How about that Patch. Nothing slowing him down and a very well earned second. Congrats to all. Gunny will be back!
Again, Happy Birthday sweet girl.
Thank you, Alys, LE and Team Z for treating us.
shirleeinindy
Ann,
The races yesterday were interesting. Hope Gunnevera comes out ok and strong. Was thrilled for Girvin because of Rosie.
Ann NC
Shirlee, Girvin looks good. Am afraid to say their names now. Getting close to KY Derby and want all to remain healthy! Sandy, CONGRATS, Wow, am thrilled for my Cappin’ buddy! ?❤️
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
Ann,
You missed me winning TWO races yesterday in our cappin’ contest. We miss YOU! :-)
Ann Ferguson
Belated Happy Birthday to Queen Z. Hope you had a splendid day! Always in our minds and always our champion!
Celeste_in_TX
Thank you for sharing these wonderful, beautiful photos of Zenyatta enjoying all her birthday goodies – she is the picture of contentment!! I feel so fortunate to have this site and her fantastic Team Z who continue to share the events in the life of our Queen with us. Alys surely captures the most joyous moments and it always lifts my heart. Happy Birthday (Belated) to Beautiful Zenyatta and of course, to Ziconic. Thanks to Team Z and all of the connections.
sheena.davies(wales)
A beautiful spring day,huge crowds Oxford won the boat race Cambridge won the Ladies.Great races couldn’t have worked out better.Congratulations to all.
Charlotte Sveen
Happy, happy birthday to sweet Zenyatta! I am looking forward to seeing your new foal! Love you, big girl!??
Aoifye
Happy Birthday! Bless You! What a coincidence! Blessings to all who love and care for you! May kisses and blessing surround you forever!
Mary McLeod
Happy birthday, Queen Zenyatta and Prince Ziconic!!
Zenny, thank you for all the thrills, love, grace, beauty, and happiness you have given me and Zenyatta Nation! I will be so happy when we see your foal, and I am praying for a safe delivery and health to you both. I will see the handsome Medaglia d’Oro this week, and I will tell him how happy I am he is the sire of the baby you are carrying!!!!
Many wishes for many more birthdays, Zenyatta. Hope to meet you one day.
xoxox,
I Love You,
Mary in Boone
PS Thanks to Alys and ALL at Lane’s End for sharing this happy occasion. As always, many thanks to Mr. & Mrs. Moss and Team Zenyatta for allowing us to continue to be a part of the life of Queen Zenyatta!!!!
Ingrid Arnone
Dear Z Fans.
Prepare for goosebumps…..
Love & Hugs, Ingrid
https://youtu.be/01Xry3Vu2aM
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Ingrid.Thank you for sharing this beautiful video.Hugs
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Ingrid,
Simply Beautiful! :-)
Thank you for sharing.
Hugs and Love
judy berube
Dear Ingrid:
Wow, great find. Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful video. Love and Hugs, JB
Ingrid Arnone
Dear Sheena, Dear Marshall Dear Judy.
Is always a pleasure to post, because you all are so wonderful !!
So glad you like it. Thank you.
Moreover, you welcome.
Big hugs Ingrid.
Elsie Martus
Could any other horse ever fill my eyes with tears and my heart beat with joy the way Zenyatta does ? I don’t think so . I love her just as much today as yesterday . Happy # 13th Birthday to our beautiful “dancing” queen . Birthday wishes to handsome Ziconic too.
Beth from Indiana
Thank-you team Z for sharing these sweet pictures. Zenyatta is a special horse and very blessed to have such an awesome, caring team. Happy Belated Birthday to Queen Zenyatta! Wishing you many more to come. And Happy Belated Birthday to Ziconic too!
sheena.davies(wales)
Lady Aurelia is set to visit Royal Ascot this year for the King’s Stand.A good win for Dream Castle at Doncaster a son of Frankel out of the Japanese mare Vodka.
judy berube
Dear Sheena:
Love Lady Aurelia. Congrats Dream Castle (cute name). Love and Hugs, JB
sheena.davies(wales)
Dear Judy:Monty has been testing his new perch and sent his report back!Glesni has been busy with nestorations.Hovey and CNSM are likely to get together this week and maybe just maybe Hovis could be allowed out.Goodnight God bless you LM PC HT Cap Hercules Frank Bentley and all the sweeties.Love and hugs SheenaX
judy berube
Dear Sheena:
Sounds like Monty and Glesni are their usual industrious parents to be. Glad CNSM is doing well and will be visiting Hovie. Hope Hovis can get some time outdoors. Goodnight. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc, Frank, Bentley and all the Sweeties
judy berube
Dear Mama Z, COZ, ZI and DC:
Wishing you a restful evening and Happy Dreams. Love You. Hugs, JB
Z Princess, Dubai, Babe Z, will always love you.
judy berube
Dear Shirlee and Z Fans:
Two recent articles on Irish War Cry (with photos). Beautiful Chestnut. Love and Hugs, JB
http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/220630/irish-war-cry-works-with-wood-memorial-bid-likely
http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/220767/irish-war-cry-breezes-at-fair-hill
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
Article from BloodHorse post Florida Derby. Thankfully, everyone appears to have come out of the race well. Love and Hugs, JB
http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/220766/always-dreaming-exits-florida-derby-in-good-order
Marshall (NC Broad)
Dear Judy B.,
Thanks for these posts. Irish War Cry sure is a gorgeous member of the Chestnut Club!
Glad everyone seems good after the Florida Derby, too.
Welcome home Arrogate!
Wow, Gormley is one handsome guy! Looking good out there on the track.
Hugs and Love
shirleeinindy
Judy,
Thank you. He sure is a beauty. Of course, most of the red Curlins are. Glad he is at Fair Hill. It seems to be a great place for them to relax and train. I know Muchie spent quite a bit of time there. Hope IWC can do well in the Wood and get the points he needs to get in the Derby gate.
Sandy (Northeast Ohio)
Me too!! He’s the one that I was most excited about (and then there was that last race :-(
Peggy (N) South Georgia
Dear Ziconic, Wishing you the Happiest Birthday . You know we get to celebrate the whole month now. Love Ya So Much, Peggy
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
Arro back home at SA. Love and Hugs, JB
http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/220752/arrogate-returns-to-santa-anita-park
shirleeinindy
Glad he, Biscuits and Gun Runner are home safely. Max’s posts about the conversations they had on the plane were great. Got lots of laughs.
judy berube
Dear Z Fans:
Video of Gormley’s work today at SA. What a gorgeous boy he is. Love and Hugs, JB
http://www.xbtv.com/video/workout/gormley-blue-cap-worked-6-furlongs-in-114-00-and-cool-samurai-green-cap-in-116-00-at-santa-anita-park-on-april-2nd-2017/
shirleeinindy
According to the Forum, Gary Stevens is going to work Royal Mo this week to see if he is in condition to run on the weekend. Glad to see Gary with this guy as he, like Mike, seems to have the patience to ride the larger horses. Think Royal MO is around 17 hands.
Lou
Happy belated Birthday to our Queen Z. Also to Ziconic who is trying so hard to make his Mom proud racing. We love you both soo much. We also love Cosmic who is back in training. Looks like you had a fun day with lots of good treats. Thank you so much Team Z for keeping us posted on our beloved Queen. You all are so thoughtful. Have a question. How long do you think the Mosse’s will continue to breed our Queen. Didn’t realize she was 13 already. Hope she has a very easy and uneventful birth. Looking forward to her beautiful foal. Love you soo much Z.