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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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    Drat! My blueberry bushes have already started to bloom and it was 28 degrees this morning. There was even a little snow. Saturday I was wearing shorts!

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    Dear Zenny and all my Z friends.

    I am so far behind on catching up on the blog, but I wanted to stop and say
    @Abigail. So sorry for the loss of your mother. Hugs to you.
    @Sandy, I didn’t know you had been ill, but glad you are feeling better.

    I know we are wishing for spring.

    Take care and love to all.

    Darlene

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      I to have not been able to read alot here either.

      Abilgail; Please know I express my sincere sympathy for the loss of your mother.
      This is so sad and a burden on your heart right now. I went through this 7 years ago.
      I still often talk to my mom today and I look above sometimes and say “what would you think of this mom”. Your mom will always be a part of your life.
      God bless you, hugs, Sally Blank

      Sorry Darlene, but your message was the first post that came up and I thought I would respond along with your message.
      hugs

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      Darlene & Sally B: Thank you both so much. It is just wonderful to come here and read your warm thoughts and know that you understand. There’s really nothing quite like being a “Z Dumpling” is there? Always wonderful to join in the conversation. And I start each day watching Zenny eating her mints! HUGS

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    @Darlene-Good to hear from a charter member of the RN club. Here’s one I heard as a Russian joke, but you can substitute any country and any names as politics are pretty much the same all over. Why did Lenin wear shoes while Putin wears boots? The crap was only ankle high in Lenin’s day.

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      HaHA. Good one Terry.

      This is a true redneck story from my neck of the woods. One of my customers came into the bar one day and said he couldn’t stay long. He had to go help his neighbor with an electrical problem. The next day he came back in and said “you wouldn’t believe what that guy had done. He had his “chandelier” which was a wagon wheel with lights strung up by the cord holding it to the ceiling. Then he said it kept flickering and sparking. (The cord wore out from the weight of the “chandelier”. So, to get it fixed quickly for that nights poker game, they rewired it and strung it up to the ceiling with weed eater wire. True red neck story. Does this still qualify me for the Indiana chapter president?

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    Zenny, we’re waiting for the next blog…your folks at LE are probably really busy withy this foaling season. We’ll try to be patient…blessings on you, Coz and 13Z!

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      Dear Peggy:

      You’re so welcome. Love the photos of Barbaro’s family. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Congratulations

    To my buddy Quiet American. These greats of yours just keep on coming. I always have to remember to give you a Shout Out. Congrats to Spot.
    I think its mostly these daughters of yours bringing us these nice horses. What a Family

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      Dear Max:

      Wonderful article. Seems like a man of great love for horses (and dogs), dedication and character. Thank you for sharing. Love and Hugs, JB

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        JudyB. The water trench in the photo was built by Mullins around his yard to cool out the horses. They like walking in the stream. He’s humble, sensible and kind to his horses. Like John Shirreffs.

        • Thank you , Max.
          Love this. Willie also has a , Riley. Wonderful gentleman, he knows horses!
          Have a good one.

        • Dear Max:

          If he is like JS, then he is quite a guy. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Dear Judy Berube; I so enjoyed knowing of your visit to Charlie and the others.
    It is indeed a very special time when one can be with them. Thanks for keeping us posted. Captain sure looks like a cutie!! Kind of reminds me of our Jo. How cold has it gotten there?
    lovenhugs, Sally B

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      Dear Sally:

      Yes, visiting with Charlie and the other horses is a special time for me always. I hope Jo is more comfortable. The forecast temp for tonight is 6 degrees. This has been one long, cold Winter. Love and Hugs, JB

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        Judy-We love the stories about Charlie and the others. Only problem is that there are not enough of them.

        • Dear TC GP:

          So glad you enjoy the stories about Charlie and the other horses. With Charlie there is always something to tell. What a personality he has. Love and Hugs, JB

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

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

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    Dear Max, Sue Fredrick, Barb W, Ann and TC:

    Left you posts on page 14. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Hi Zenny and Zsters
    I hope all is well with all of you. Zenny, I am sure you are getting very ready to drop your foal. Can’t wait to see the War Front baby.

    Take care Zenny.

    – Linda

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    March 4 Cherokee Devotional

    Few things that count in life are taken by great strides. Little by little, step by step. we inch forward. Great progress in a short time is so often short-lived and gives us the wrong idea of how things work. We build a consciousness, use good judgment, di gu go ta nv in Cherokee, to move slowly and with awareness. But as we build, it is important to override the negatives that try to lodge in what we are doing. Our thinking is like a garden that needs to be cultivated. And our talking is even more important. The two go i tsu la, hand in hand, and what happens is a direct result of what we have dwelled on for many seasons. But it is in our power to make corrections and edge out trouble-little by little, but very surely.

    Certain small ways and observances sometimes have connection with large and more profound ideas.
    Standing Bear

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    Dear Kathy.Happy Mardi Gras or Pancake Day as it’s known in the UK.Ray and Zoe are both ready to celebrate.Such a cute video of her twirling!Boo’s fundraising is going very well,hoping to get $20,000 by his birthday.Little Daniel is getting close to death now,spending quality time with his Mom and Dad.
    Looks as if Marty partied hard at the Oscars and got himself in that famous selfie!Keeping Audrey in my thoughts and prayers.Hugs to You,Kisses for Holly,Nikko and Sugar.Sheena. Am looking forward to Crufts later this week.

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      Hi Sheena! Regarding the Pancake Day we have a pancake race with Olney, England, and Liberal, Kansas. The same Olney girl has now won three years in a row. They have to run a certain distance(don’t remember how far) down the street with a pancake in a frying pan and have to flip it three times during the race. Lots of fun!

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    Dear Sheena,

    We learn so much on this site! Happy Pancake Day! That must be why they’re serving free short stacks at IHOP. At any rate, Ray and Zoe both looked adorable! You’re right, Zoe is a very good little twirler. Boo is quite the fundraiser. Love him in those little shoes. How do they stay on his little feet??? Prayers for little Daniel and his parents. So heart-wrenching. Marty isn’t the only one who made it into the selfie…Ava Gardner did, too! Marty is back to eating healthier again now that the festivities are over. Thank you for continued prayers for Audrey. Love and hugs from me, kisses from the Pack. Kathy

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    @Abigail–You can find treasures you never knew existed when you go through the stuff that your parents intended you to see when you could appreciate them. Every once in a while I go through the old stuff and find things I overlooked before. Of course, I am much closer to seeing my dear departed friends and family again than most of those who post here. I hope I am keeping their memories the way that they wanted me to.

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    Dear Terry,

    The best way to honor our departed friends and family is to be the best humans we can possibly be…testimonies to everything they put into who we are today.

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      Kathy-I am a fan of your devotionals. I am sure an American Indian said something like that at one time. I am trying my best, although some have told me that I laugh at inappropriate times. Of course, they say that while laughing themselves.

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    @Abigail, I want to add my heartfelt sympathy to you for the loss of your mother. I came by the following writing and think it is worth sharing:

    Grief never ends….But it changes. It is a passage, not a place to stay. The sense of loss must give way if we are to value the life that was lived. Grief is not a sign of weakness, nor a lack of faith….It is the price of love.
    Author Unknown

    Love and hugs,
    Maryp

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      Dear Maryp,
      Thanks for posting the quotation from Author Unknown. This is very well said. I especially like the part about grief being a passage, not a place to stay.
      Hope you have a good week. Stay warm!
      Cheers and Hugs

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    Terry – Thanks for the question re Game on Dude’s chances this weekend. I think he has a very good chance at adding another Big Cap victory on Saturday. He is a tough, battling little dude and I think he’s up for it. The last I heard about whether or not he will be entered was that he was “probable.” Fingers crossed that he makes a big statement.

    Please weigh in with your opinion.

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      Rosemary-As you know, I am not as big a fan of Game On Dude as you are but I actually like his chances in this race, if he is healthy. He doesn’t have as much speed to bother him as the Rainbows horse is out. Somebody else has got to compromise their chances by running with the Dude and it may not happen. I think he will be asked the question turning for home by Stevens and MMM. We shall see what the answer is.

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        Terry – thanks for your comments re the Dude – It remains to be seen if he can answer all the questions may be posed to him on Saturday and I believe in him. I agree he will have to watch out for the dreaded Gary Stevens.

        Here’s a redneck definition for “cashew”: v. and n. to exchange chips for hard currency. “I wanted to keep gambling, but the manager said, ‘I think we’d better CASHEW in’.”

        • Dear Rosemary and TC GP:

          Rosemary, too funny. Thanks. Although I admire and respect The Dude, my heart belongs to MMM on Saturday. Love and Hugs, JB

        • Rosemary-Love that definition. Usually, the manager has me escorted out rather than cashewing me out.

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    Dear Max.Thoroughly enjoyed your link about Willie Mullins,a great trainer but more than that,a gentleman.I read that Ruby said he’s had a year to get used to the fact he wouldn’t be riding Buck’s and that he’s certain Annie can get the trip.Only a week away!!Yay!neigh!Free the Moose. Sheena

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      Sheena. Mullins is superb. Saw a photo of him with The Fly. The Fly looked fantastic – well rested and aggressive. He had his teeth on Mullins’ gloves poised to strike at his wrists or forearm. Beautiful. BTW the Irish and Scots must have the same bloodlines. My uncles and maternal grandfather look like Mullins.
      Don’t forget that Moosie asked Annie Power to visit him on her way to Cheltenham. So far, no reported response. She’s all business. Hoping that she does well at 3 miles. She certainly has the size to make that distance. She is a very big and beautiful filly. Go Annie!
      Free the Moose!

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    Hi all Zsters! I spent time out this past Sun and today this Tues. working and feeding my special four horses. Sun. was the coldest, and I dressed in such layers as to represent the Pillsbury Doughboy kept me mostly warm once again. Heat packs in my gloves are a must. After two hours my final responsibility is to bring water from the log house by hose which is about two hundred feet, not the hundred I thought, so to fill our water trough as the water is frozen at the barn. I have to bring the hose through the fence and drag it over Sirs area to the trough. It means up and down and over several times. These past two times, after I had filled and wished to quickly drag the hose back to the house, big Sir has stood on the hose. I have spoken to him and he knows I am there, but he has not budged; I have tried to tug at the hose but not with his weight would it move. So, back down into the barn to get closer to Sir and get him to finally step away has been the case. I could swear he thinks this is a game! Hah I can not wait for spring when the pipes will unfreeze at the barn.
    Early, after I feed all with their grain and began filling haynets, I looked out the barn as Sir wondered out to his big pasture. He looked so beautiful erectly standing, looking beyond and then, Sir began to run and kick out from his hindquarters so much like Zenyatta did when she was released at Lanes End, and run around, it was so awesome and all I did think of is Zenyatta doing this.
    I think Sir attempts to do something about his boredom, because after all he was once a show horse, and now also has arthritis.
    Then, I am bringing out apples in a muk bucket in a wheelbarrow to our poop area and I see Frito crossing over at the other end of the poop area into the goat area which we have restricted by a way of straps. It is more dangerous in this area stepping there so it is strapped off. I scolded Frito motioning him to go back and he willingly did after chasing down Brownie, one of the goats. Now I needed to be a repair person using some heavy twine to bring back the straps and temporarily shut this off, which I ironically had some in my car. I sent out an email for the eve people with a heads up to make things more durable. I wish I was not so old, all this would not tire me, but either way it was an adventure!! I have always loved an adventure!! When I left all were content and I felt content too. I wish I would have found this earlier in my life, but it is what I choose to do even older now and sometimes aching after.
    Let us all think spring, flowers and green grass! Bless those that already have it, I am envious. hugs, Sally B

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      Dear Sally:

      I love your post. God Bless you for all you do for the horses. I know it’s not easily done.

      Sir reminds me of Charlie and his games. They are so smart; I think they do get bored and look for things to do. Frito too. It was lovely to visualize Sir running and kicking in the snow like Zenny did. Love that video so much. Thank you for sharing. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Dear Sally, Really enjoy reading your posts about caring for the horses. You are a remarkable lady and it is such a blessing that you are able to do it even though it can be tough on you.
      I always thought that when I retired I would love to do something like that but it was not to be since my health got in the way.
      God bless your efforts and all those who volunteer and/or work for these beautiful beings.
      Hugs,
      Maryp

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    Dear Sally B. Bless you for all you do for the Horses.I know Sir and Frito appreciate it even if Sir treats everything as a game.We are having warmer weather over here in the UK now,won’t be long until spring for you!you deserve it. Love and Hugs Sheena.

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    Dear Judy

    Thank You so much for the pictures of Shacklefords little one’s. Aren’t they gorgeous.

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      Dear Peggy:

      You’re so welcome. All of them are just beautiful. Love and Hugs, JB

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