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Happy Valentine’s Day!

Zenyatta and her valentines. Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane's End
Zenyatta and her valentines. Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane’s End

Happy Friday!

We wish all Zenyatta fans a happy Valentine’s Day, and we’re sending extra love to those of you who put a valentine in the mail for Z. She enjoyed each and every one—particularly the peppermints!

What’s better than to celebrate with some new photos of 13Z in the snow and an up close and personal view of Zenyatta eating her peppermints? Thanks Alys!

Enjoy!
-Team Z

13Z and the boys. Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane's End.
13Z and the boys. Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane’s End.


Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane's End
Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane’s End


Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane's End.
Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane’s End.

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    Dear Max. I think the Moose is actually enjoying his long break!Have just been on Sire de Grugy,s twitter, he’s sending his best wishes to SS and has had scarves made in his colours,is now a strong favourite for the champion. I hear Dave is holding a cabinet meeting in Aberdeen tomorrow.I don’t know how you feel about independence but I would hate to see the break-up of the UK.Hugs Sheena

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      Sheena. My ancesters fought for freedom against the English with William Wallace and later with Robert The Bruce. Our clan paid dearly with blood for freedom. We were then and will be forever more for a free Scotland.

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        Max, my ancestors came from a village in the foothills of the highlands called Dingwall. Visited there with my daughter. Her comment was “Mom, all these people look like you!” A look at the rocky steep landscape and I can see why they left.

        • shirlee. Your daughter is right. My sister in law, who is not a Scot, went for a visit to a portrait gallery in Edinburgh and she said the same thing. We all look alike. Most of my family has red hair. The rest have black hair with some blondes thrown in there too. All blue eyes. My mother’s family background is Scottish and French, the Old Alliance. No English.

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        Dear TC GP:

        Me too and the same name as my cat.

        So glad Peggy and Ann enjoyed the movie as much as we do. Love and Hugs, JB

        • They obviously have good taste in films. Thanks for reminding me. I had forgotten about the cab driver and his cat.

        • The movie came highly recommended. Missed that part, Judy B and why I will give it another go round.
          Just placed Michelle Phillips with her part. Meet you in The Jockey Club!
          Hugs!

        • Ann-if you blink you might miss it. The cab driver, irritated by what was happening, goes up to the betting window and puts his half of the money Trotter gave him on June Bug, the same name of his cat, who runs last. The seller is one of the main characters in the film, played by the same guy who played Hagrid in the Harry Potter films.

        • Thanks, TC for putting that face and character together. Another fine one, I knew I had seen recently but could not remember. Love Hagrid, wish he lived behind my house!

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    Dear Z Family:

    I’m picking St. Patirick’s Day for the birth date of the new Z Baby. What do you all think? Love and Hugs, JB

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    Coz, quiet well race on synthetic track in Del Mar, youtube ” Race 11 ( 8-28-2010 ) delmarracetrack ” , horses breeze to different sides then have begin to collect, when course will be dirt, it will be more fast and lower safe for horses, beautyfull Zenny 13z Cozmic one and horses near, kiss your soft noses

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    Forget the groundhog…..my geldings Scotty and Comet told me sping is near in Nebraska. I had piles of horse hair after their morning grooming!!
    So we think Queen Z will foal her filly on March 17! That will give Jerry and Ann an opportunity for so many more names.

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      Dear Quarterhossgal:

      I’m hoping your Scotty and Comet are right.

      St. Paddy’s Day is just my guess. What do you think. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Dear Judy Goodnight God bless you,LM PC HT Little Captain and all the Sweeties.Enjoyed your link to Wildcat Heir last night,such a courageous horse. Loved Nissy’s post tonight.He’s a wise boy!!Love and Hugs SheenaX

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      Dear Sheena:

      Nissy’s post tonight was a life lesson. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap and all the Sweeties

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    Another love of mine, Folklore, who was 2005 Breeders Cup Juvenile Fillies winner (Tiznow’s first winner and first stakes winner), 2005 Champion Two year old filly, I have been following all of her babies (had the pleasure of meeting her 2010 filly by Unbridled’s Song at Taylor Made during my first (there will be more!) trip to Kentucky… she also has had her 2014 baby by Distorted Humor, making her a full sibling to her 2009 colt Immaculate who sold for $490,000 at Keeneland September 2010 and Folklore should have a two year old now by Bernardini ready to go…

    Here are the pictures of Folklore’s 2014 by Distorted Humor as shared by Taylor Made’s facebook page..

    https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=651101651592292&set=a.638468726188918.1073741837.105549292814200&type=1&theater

    https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=651101654925625&set=a.638468726188918.1073741837.105549292814200&type=1&theater

    https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=651101644925626&set=a.638468726188918.1073741837.105549292814200&type=1&theater

    https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=651101698258954&set=a.638468726188918.1073741837.105549292814200&type=1&theater

    I check there every day as they have more and more babies each day. Folklore’s 2014 looks so much like her!

    On that note, here is a Union Rags colt

    https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=640259169343207&set=a.638468726188918.1073741837.105549292814200&type=1&theater

    And a Shackleford filly
    https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=641235175912273&set=a.638468726188918.1073741837.105549292814200&type=1&theater

    A Lonhro filly whom am absolutely enamored with
    https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=643907995644991&set=a.638468726188918.1073741837.105549292814200&type=1&theater

    A Bodemeister…
    https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=644294865606304&set=a.638468726188918.1073741837.105549292814200&type=1&theater

    Tiznow – Silken Cat (1/2 to sire Speightstown)
    https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=650617661640691&set=a.638468726188918.1073741837.105549292814200&type=1&theater

    Gotta love the babies…. this is getting me excited for when Z’s 2014 arrives!!!

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    February 24 Cherokee Devotional

    Worthy performances do not make us who we are, but little things and what we tell ourselves in the privacy of our own minds. We are what we see and what we believe is important. We are children to the end-innocent in ways we do not understand, aware of our spiritual connections and afraid to develop them. What would people think? How will I explain that I no longer enter into those activities that are thought so clever? There’s a world of things we do not have to explain. As much as we want others to understand and like us, if it takes us off our standing place into a world of unlikely places. then we flirt with disaster. No one can dictate to us if we are not listening. We will not lose our footing if we are not teetering. We are who we are by what we choose to cultivate, and all worthy performances are made up of very little parts.

    God made me an Indian.
    Sitting Bull 1876

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    Sweet Muchie and his buddy Oreo arrived safely in California. Win or not, just hope he and all the others have a safe trip. Haven’t heard but am pretty sure Gary will be his pilot.

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    Dear Kathy.You are an early bird this morning(afternoon here).I had a very late night so slept-in!So glad Angel is home and looks much better.Did you see the video of Zoe eating her treats and doing her “little dance” sooo cute!She reminded me of my Katie sitting by the oven door,only she was waiting for roast chicken!Lovely pic of Ray and his Daddy cuddling.Am still surprised no word from Boo about his followers,he did look a cool dude in the shades though.Have a great Monday.Hugs to You, Kisses for the Puppy Pack.One of the eaglets has arrived!

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      Dear Sheena,

      Yes I was up early as always. The Pack likes an early breakfast. I was delighted that little Angel is home. Praying she continues to improve. I did see Zoe’s video. She is a darling. Ray is a gorgeous boy and his mom and dad love him so, as it should be with all our animals. That is strange that the 10 million hasn’t been acknowledged. Maybe they thought making a big to-do would appear like bragging? Who knows? Boo is definitely styling in his adorable outfit. Looks like Ava got a lot of love on her birthday. Yes, I saw that the first eaglet is here. Very exciting! Have a good day and take care. Hugs from me, kisses from The Pack.. Kathy

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    Terry,

    Maybe you could start a thread on the forum with your jokes as you think of them?!! LOVE your jokes. It would be nice to have them all in a compact place.

    Happy Monday!

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      Kathy-When the original diary written by Dottie on behalf of Zenyatta ended we regulars explored all aspects of the new web site. We all decided, that is the ones who segued from the diary, that the blog was most like what we were used to. Your idea has merit as the forum is a good place to exchange ideas but I will never desert the blog. It was an emotional time when we thought that the end of the diary was the end of the friendships we had built up. Will always be grateful to LE and the Mosses for continuing this web site. I have read some of the material posted elsewhere and there is some pretty awful stuff.

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        I hear you, Terry. I, too, will never desert the blog. I will always be thankful to LE and the Mosses. I remember when Dottie’s diary ended. I was absolutely in withdrawal! This is a very precious community.

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    Hi Z Family!

    Cazenovia is in the running for America’s Coolest Small town and we are in second place by 6 percentage points! We on campus can’t vote from our computers because we are all under the same IP address, but I came to ask if maybe some of you guys could vote for us. You can vote once from your computer, and then from a smartphone. And if you really wanted to, you can clear your cache and data, and vote again. ;-) Please help us; it ends in 12 hours and we really want the bragging rights!

    http://www.budgettravel.com/contest/vote-for-americas-coolest-small-town-2014,16/

    Other than that, Mama Z looks like a picture of healthy and happy. I can’t wait to see Z13 start his training and for little Z14 to get here.

    Speaking of babies, who would’ve though that HDG13 would be a little grey lady eh? She’s going to be a beauty when she greys out and that chrome really starts to shine.

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    A No-Bid Mare & Newborn Foal Find A Home At Brandywine Farm
    by Teresa Genaro Brooklyn Backstretch February 23, 2014
    We know that we’re supposed to remember, always, that horse racing is a business. That even though we’re animal lovers, horses aren’t pets. That, as much as we cringe to read it, or to write it, they are property.
    That truth is hammered home nowhere more clearly than the sales ring, when a literal price is put on a horse’s head, and the one that puts up the most money gets to take her home. It’s a transaction.
    http://www.brooklynbackstretch.com/2014/02/23/a-no-bid-mare-newborn-foal-find-a-home-at-brandywine-farm/

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      BGG-You are right in the context that those in the horse business, be it breeding or racing, are, in fact, conducting a business with cold blooded logic. However, there are a myriad of small people in the game for the love of the animals. When these type of people no longer exist in the sport, that will be a sad day, indeed.

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      I remember watching these two go in the sales ring and the sadness I felt watching them passed out on no bid. I cried that day wondering what became of them,
      Now I know that someone else cared and I hope the new owner has a champion on her hands.

      Thanks for the post BGG

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      Dear BGG:

      Oh my gosh, what a story; thank you for sharing it here.

      God Bless Mrs. Harris and all horse people like her. This little guy and his mom are well loved. Hope we will be able to follow his progress through Brandywine Farm. Love and Hugs, JB

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        Amen!
        I agree, Shirlee, and with all who posted about Leaving Virginia and her little foal. Am so glad that things are looking rosy for these sweet, deserving darlings.
        Thank goodness that there are still kind-hearted people like Mrs. Harris.
        Hugs and Love

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    Mucho Macho Man, Will Take Charge Big ‘Cap Showdown Echoes 1988 Rivalry
    Paulick Report Press Release February 23, 2014
    With Mucho Macho Man and Will Take Charge scheduled to clash in the Grade I, $750,000 Santa Anita Handicap on March 8, Jon White points out the similarity to the 1988 renewal of the 1 1/4-mile event.
    “The year before the ’88 Big ‘Cap, Ferdinand, at four an older horse, nosed out 3-year-old Alysheba in the Breeders’ Cup Classic at Hollywood Park,” White said. “And then they had a rematch in the Big ’Cap. Similarly, in the Breeders’ Cup Classic last year here at Santa Anita, Mucho Macho Man, an older horse (five), won by a nose over Will Take Charge, a 3-year-old. And now they are scheduled to have a rematch in this year’s Big ’Cap.”
    http://www.paulickreport.com/news/thoroughbred-racing/jon-white-big-cap-showdown-echoes-1987-ferdinand-alysheba-rivalry/#.Uwt1NXrJXG4.twitter

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      Dear BGG:

      Will be an exciting race. I love them both, but I’m going with MMM.

      Always get sad when I think about what happened to Ferdinand. Both he and Alysheba were Kentucky Derby winners’ Ferdinand in 1986 and Alysheba won the Preakness too in 1987.. At least Alysheba got to live out his life at the Kentucky Horse Park. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Dear Ann and TC GP:

    TC explained “the same name as my cat”. You have to watch the movie a few times to catch all of the funny lines. I love the character played by Robbie Coltrane (Hagrid). Love and Hugs, JB

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    Claire Novak ‏@BH_tweet Mon. Feb. 24 2014
    Streaming came out of Feb. 22 Rachel Alexandra w/ knee chip,
    she’s off #KYOaks trail & will require surgery.
    Story to come via @SteveHaskin

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    Dear Max.Godolphin ‘s Simon Crisford in shock resignation after the publication of a report by Lord Stevens, into the steroid scandal and the BHA are sending a team over to Philip Fenton to test his horses.Michael O’Leary is insisting on running Last Instalment in the Gold Cup.It just wouldn’t be good for British racing if he were to win the blue riband of steeplechasing.You have much admiration for your ancesters and for that I applaud you.Hugs Sheena

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      Sheena. I am worried for the health of The Tullow Tank and Last Instalment if these allegations are true. The penalty for this doping violation is a possible prison term of 6 months plus a fine, probably ending up with serving less time. The Moose gets 9 months banishment for standing still. Free the Moose now!

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    Dear Z Fans:

    Prayers for Dixie, a horse who broke fee from her paddock this morning in West Greenwich, Rhode Island and fell into the deep end of a neighbors swimming pool. She knew the workers were trying to help her. They said she was attempting to assist with her rescue and they couldn’t have succeeded without her help. She was in the cold water for about 35 minutes and she is being monitored. Love and Hugs, JB

    http://wpri.com/2014/02/24/pony-rescued-from-frigid-waters/

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      JudyB. I am very sorry to hear this. I really hope that she will be okay as this is a big ordeal for a 30 year old mare. Poor soul. Power up Dixie.
      Keep us informed about her.

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        Dear Max:

        I know. Sad situation for any horse, but particularly an old one. I have a feeling her eyesight is gone too. Will post update when I have one. Love and Hugs, JB

        • JudyB. Maybe her eyesight is not so bad. Falling into a swimming pool is a common practice among moose who wander into towns. I read about this almost every summer and fall. Keeps the fire departments and wild life people busy. Moose usually stay clear of swimming pools in winter. Most of them are drained of water in the fall. Hoping for a speedy recovery for poor Dixie.

        • Dear Judy,
          Please do keep us posted about Dixie. I hope she will be okay.
          Positive thoughts and prayers that she will recover soon. Hugs

        • Dear Max:

          I’m thinking her eyesight might be impaired by cataracts due to her age. Also, her hearing is probably impaired as well. Hope she makes it through this. Love and Hugs, JB

        • Dear Marshall:

          Hopes Dixie makes it through this too. Will keep checking for updates on her and will post here. Love and Hugs, JB

        • JB, the story about, Dixie was on our local news late last night.
          Saw it and said my prayers for her recovery from that ordeal.
          Poor baby. Hope she is better today?

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    Dear Z, COZ, Little Big Red and Baby Z:

    Stay warm and cozy. Sweet Baby Dreams. Love Ya. Hugs, JB

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      Dear Sheena:

      Thank you. Will be praying for Dixie too. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap and all the Sweeties

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    Rainbow? Yes. Pot of Gold? Not So Fast, by Jonathan Stettin
    Posted by danonymousracing on Feb 24, 2014 in FEATURED, NEWS
    If there is one thing the large majority of people tied to the racing industry can agree on, it is that we don’t need any black eyes. We have had our fair share and most people already perceive the industry as being in a steady decline. It is hard to intelligently argue against that view. That said, there are efforts being made to revive our game to the grand status it once held as the Sport of Kings. Esquire network is introducing viewers to the world of professional horse playing; a life style that is as challenging as any you’ll find and can be just as rewarding. Some racetracks are improving their facilities and showing a renewed interest in customer service. Contests and tournaments are being promoted and celebrated and all this is good but not the answer to our problems and not the end all be all. That is going to take a lot more and what we can’t afford is unnecessary hits
    http://www.danonymousracing.com/rainbow-yes-pot-gold-fast-jonathan-stettin/

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      I was wondering if anyone would post something about this. Personally, I think the stewards have too much power. I daresay that a lot of people are having second thoughts about the stewards after this. Perhaps it should be contested in the courts. This is the best example of a test case I have ever seen.

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    Question for you who know horses well. I have notice in a lot of his photos that Honor Code runs with his head down. Is this common? There was another horse I remember running that way years ago, I think it might have been Snow Chief (see how old I am!)

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      Shirleeinindy,
      Yes HC’s dad, Indy ran with his head down, reaching for the finish line. His head may be lower than most but you certainly don’t want them running with their heads way up in the air. We’ll have to see if it helps him as much as it did Indy, I am so rooting for him. hugs

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      Snow Chief was a big disappointment in the Derby but redeemed himself in the Preakness. A definite overachiever. You are not so old, shirlee.

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    February 25 Cherokee Devotional

    When we stop fretting we gain more ground. If we can stop trying to control everything with our minds and let it go, even for a little while, we will get a clearer view. There is wisdom in the words, “Having done all, stand.” Do what can be done, build faith, know there is a Great Holy Spirit that knows even the very smallest thing we need. At this point, everything will challenge us, but just let it slide away, let it dissolve from inattention. The greatest steps are taken when we decide not to thrash out, not to hate and resent and lose ourselves in the confusion. Put it all down and walk away to something totally different. Having done all, stand, and refuse to be drawn back into a place of no peace.

    The man who sat on the ground in his tipi meditating on life and its meaning, accepting the kinship of all creatures and acknowledging unity with the universe of things, was infusing into his being the true essence of civilization.
    Chief Luther Standing Bear

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    Dear Kathy.Yes,I saw the post late last night!Thought they wouldn’t let that milestone pass without a word.Poor Marty doesn’t like Mondays, such a cute pic of him covering his eyes,he rules the roost in that house!Zoe had a lovely day with the children in the library.Glad Valentino missed his baff because it was rainy he looked so happy.Did’nt Hawley look soo cute as a puppy those paws!!Did you see the video on Joey’s FB of the little baby and the Poodle?Hope you have a great day.Hugs to You, Kisses for Holly, Nikko and Sugar.Sheena

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