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Merry… Zmas?

Zenyatta. Photo by Alys Emson, Lane's End Farm.
Zenyatta. Photo by Alys Emson, Lane’s End Farm.

Zenyatta asked Santa for mud and peppermints and she got both!!
Merry Christmas to everyone from Zenyatta and the team.

Enjoy!
Team Z

Photo by Alys Emson, Lane's End Farm.
Photo by Alys Emson, Lane’s End Farm.


Photo by Alys Emson, Lane's End Farm.
Photo by Alys Emson, Lane’s End Farm.


Photo by Alys Emson, Lane's End Farm.
Photo by Alys Emson, Lane’s End Farm.


Photo by Alys Emson, Lane's End Farm.
Photo by Alys Emson, Lane’s End Farm.

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    Dear Judy.Call the Midwife is back tonight.A very emotional episode about the start of the thalidomide scandal.I got my adoption packs from Bransby today Justice is a big beautiful horse and Nero is a sweetie.Summer is in Sacramento and a storm is headed for Nova Scotia!Goodnight God bless you LM PC HT Cap Hercules Frank Bentley and all the sweeties.Love and hugs SheenaX

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      Dear Sheena:

      We won’t get the new Midwife series here for a while yet I guess. Are you sponsoring Justice and Nero? Hope Summer does well. I guess it was just a matter of time before the snow would come to Savvy and Nova Scotia. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc, Frank, Bentley and all the Sweeties

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    I just saw a tweet on my email. Sadly to say Gulch passed away today at age 32. RIP dear Gulch.
    hugs, Sally B

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    Goodnight Zenyatta; stay warm cuddled in that warm hay
    love you with kisses and to your sons
    loving z princess and dear Sir
    Auntie Sally B

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    Dear Beautiful Mama Z, COZ, ZI and Montey:

    Goodnight. Love you. Happy Dreams. Sweet Baby Dreams Z. Hugs, JB

    Z Princess, Dubai, will always love you.

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    Big Congratulations to all Eclipse Award winners!
    So happy for American Pharoah and his connections, and for all the other recipients, also.
    Great accomplishments for 2015!

    Cheers and Hugs

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      Judy,
      Thank you for the photo of the handsome Red. He sure looks good. Hope he is healthy and has a good year. He has so much unrealized potential.

      Still has his wonderful beautiful long tail. Think he has good owners and a good trainer. They were willing to put him up for the remainder of the summer and all of the fall. Think he just went back to California to train around the first of January.

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      Dear Judy B.,
      Thanks for the photo. What a beauty! Texas Red looks stunning.
      Best of luck to him! Safe and sound racing (training, also).

      Hugs and Love

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      Dear Judy.I saw these lovely pics on one of our racing FB’s recently.It’s great to see him enjoying being a horse!They ALL deserve this kind of life after a racing career.Thank you for sharing.Yes,I sponsor Justice and Nero.Snow has arrived in Boston according to Ray.Love and hugs SheenaX

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      Thanks, Judy B.
      How wonderful to see Danny looking so good. Great to see WD and SD out running together. Happy brothers enjoying life just as they should. Love it!

      Hugs and Love

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    January 18 Cherokee Devotional

    Speaking or hearing negative things brings trouble. Even when it begins as a simple comment, the sound echoes in our ears and then goes into the mind. We accept what our minds tell us. So instead of speaking or listening to the negative, focus on good, healthy, creative ideas and suggestions. Give yourself good materials-good thoughts, good words, good ideas-to help you build beautiful roads in life. Give yourself fullness and joyfulness in life by first seeing them in your mind’s eye, then finding them in everyday events.

    I will be cunning as a coyote.
    -Many Horses, Sioux

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    Dear KathySometimes it’s difficult not to dwell on the negative after hearing or reading the news.Have you got the day off(Martin Luther King Day)You won’t need to turtle!It’s cold over here but promises rain for us.It was extremely sad to hear Ava was pts yesterday but it was obvious from the size of the tumour the cancer was eating her.How I wish someone had reported those monsters sooner.Can you imagine the pain she had suffered the last 2 years.How could they be sooo cruel to a defenceless animal?Little Oliver isn’t doing so well either seems it’s the side-effects of the drugs he has to take so Miss Pam didn’t give him any tablets yesterday.Fubu had to visit the doc because his mouth was sore and appetite was poor but his weight is stable and sight is still improving.Pooe Kimberly is anemic now no wonder she has been so tired.I am sure your mum was looking down as you placed flowers on her grave.It will be 25yrs this Saturday since my daddy died.I find it hard to believe where a 1/4 of a century has gone.
    It seems there are a lot of new fillies arriving at the stud farms this year bodes well for Zenyatta.The ratties are waiting until Wimbley is better before celebrating their birthday
    their gotcha day is march 5th!Hope you have a great day.Love and hugs to you,kisses for Holly,Nikko and Sugar.SheenaXOXO

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    @JudyB in response to your comments on the video and pictures of Ziconic on pg 14.

    You’re welcome Judy. I’m just posting over what someone put up on the forum side of the board.

    There is also an article in DRF where John S suggests that Ziconic may start end of February. Here is a link to the article and someone C&P it for those of us who don’t have a DRF account.

    http://www.drf.com/news/preview/zenyattas-son-ziconic-may-be-ready-debut-next-month

    Sunday at Santa Anita, Ziconic worked five furlongs in 1:02.20 under Hall of Fame jockey Mike Smith. Ziconic worked in company with two stablemates.

    Trainer John Shirreffs said he has seen steady progress from Ziconic in recent months.

    “He’s got to get okayed from the gate and he needs a nice six furlongs and he’ll be ready to run,” Shirreffs said. “It will be within a month, I think.”

    Ziconic had four workouts at a half-mile and five furlongs at Saratoga last July and August, but did not work again early November at Belmont Park. Since then, Ziconic has worked nearly every week. He was part of the Shirreffs stable shipped from Belmont Park to Santa Anita in early December.

    Typical of a Shirreffs-trained horse, the workouts have not been fast. On Jan. 10, Ziconic worked five furlongs in 1:01.60.

    Zenyatta has had one foal to race – Cozmic One, who is winless in two starts. Cozmic One is in training at Santa Anita with Shirreffs. There is belief that Ziconic has considerably more ability, Shirreffs said.

    “He looks pretty good,” Shirreffs said. “He’s got a little more gas.”

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      Enjoyed very much reading about Ziconic and seeing the photos. I personally cannot get enough news about him. Keep posting anything that you find.

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      Dear Z13Rulz:

      Thank you for sharing this article. Looking forward to ZI’s first race. Hoping COZ starts again soon too. Godspeed to both of our beloved Princes; safe an sound. Love and Hugs, JB

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        Great tribute. Too many of our friends are gone. Wonderful horses all. Really sad about Kauto and the Panther. And Nacarat.

        • Dear Max Vroum Vroum Mag is paying her first visit to our shores this Saturday.Willie is hoping her run will give him an idea about her festival plans.Did you see Darren Birdie’s cartoon about Shorty and Vic yesterday?Sarah posted the stills last night gosh,they were dramatic.It was great to hear that Vic was alright.Hugs Sheena

        • I’m relieved about Vic. You never know. It’s a credit to Mullins keeping his horses in top condition. However that win was something like the hand of God raising up that horse and sending him on to victory.
          I read that VVM is raiding England. She had a so so record until Mullins took over her training. Since she’s unbeaten.
          It’s reported that Coolmore has purchased back Walk in the Park, maybe because of the success of Douvan and Min. The question is: did this success come from WITP or was it Mullins? If it is the latter or both, without Mullins, it’s not going to work for Coolmore.
          I will check out Darren. I always get a laugh from spoof Mullins too.

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      Dear Abigail.Wonderful piece about the “ugly ducklings”Loved the memories of the mighty Istabraq.I was visiting his FB today.The Irish really know how to celebrate a winner at the festival.We still consider the immortal Arkle to be the greatest steeplechaser and Red Rum the greatest Aintree horse.Arkle’s rating of 212 has never been surpassed.I adored Sea Biscuit too always watch the film when it comes around on tv.Hugs Sheena

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      Abigail,
      Loved the article. Some of the “ugly ducklings” I knew of and met new ones. I did meet John Henry at the Kentucky Horse Park and as a little girl met War Admiral at Faraway Farm in Lexington. I don’t remember much about WA and since I was pretty small he looked big to me. Now, John is another story. Stood in his paddock with his back to us and ignored everyone.

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      Dear Abigail,
      You keep outdoing yourself! This is a great read with wonderful videos and photos.
      Love these “ugly ducklings” very much — of course, there isn’t a dud gene in any of them.
      Thank you so much for sharing your talent with us and giving us so much joyful learning!

      Hugs and Love

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      Dear Abigail,
      Have only read the first segment on Phar Lap. What an amazing history! Looking forward to reading the rest, but decided your articles are like have hot fudge sundays and deserve to be eaten slowly instead of gobbled down quickly. Thank you again.
      with love, Elizabeth

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      Dear Abigail:

      Another wonderful and informative piece from The Vault. It was great to see that photo of Exterminator; he was one of my Mom’s favorites. All the videos were wonderful, especially liked the one of Big Red’s boy, Istabrag. Your work has made it possible for me to see some of the great horses that I have only heard of.

      Thank you and God Bless you for all the work you do to save horses from slaughter. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Dear Max.Mullins is a genius with his horses.Who knows a bit of both maybe.I hadn’t heard about Coolmore getting WITP They see euros or dollars I am afraid.Sometimes I feel we are the only ones who just love to watch the horses run.I have no idea of the prize money for any meeting,I only remember the horses who won.I enjoy Willie’s spoof account too and Darren of course made the Moose famous or was that the other way around? Sheena

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    Dear Zenyatta – I am sure you enjoyed your visits with the folks that won their day with Zenyatta. I know you had some really wonderful fans there loving on you.

    Congratulations to your John and your human family for winning the Megahertz at Santa Anita today on Keri Belle. So wonderful to see your colors and family in the Winner’s Circle and a very special day for Alex Solis. Keri Belle ran a really exciting race and what a finish.

    Thank you Lane’s End for sharing Zenyatta’s journey with her forever fans.

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    Art Wilson on Monday Jan. 18 2016
    Great story. Alex Solis, who rode Megahertz many times in mare’s career, wins stake named after her aboard 12-1 Keri Belle. @santaanitapark

    WatchandWager on Monday Jan. 18 2016
    Congrats to @Alex_Solis_II, John Shirreffs, and the Moss’ for winning the Megahertz stakes @santaanitapark with Keri Belle, a $27.80 winner.

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    Dear Judy.Summer did pretty well in her show and she enjoys flying!!A lot of fillies are arriving this year so far.God bless you LM PC HT Cap Hercules Frank Bentley and all the sweeties.Love and hugs SheenaX

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      Dear Sheena:

      Happy for Summer. She’s so beautiful. Yes, lots of fillies so far. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc, Frank, Bentley and all the Sweeties

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    Dear Sheena,

    I had a pretty bad fall this morning. Caught the toe of my shoe and tripped, fell face first on the concrete driveway. Chipped a tooth, lots of blood, had to be sutured up. Just now got home, 5:55 our time. I will be on an antibiotic plus I have Norco for the pain. I look like a mess! I know I will be very sore in the morning. Have to see the specialist tomorrow or the next day for a check up. Poor Ave…she is no longer in pain. Heartbreaking situation. I think I would have been better off working today! lol Talk to you tomorrow. Love and hugs from me, kisses from Holly, Nikko and Sugar. Kathy XOXO

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    Keri Belle, upsets in Megahertz today in Santa Anita.
    Congratulations, to the Moss’ and to the Shirreffs’.
    Big hugs Ingrid.

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    What a COLD night doing horse duties tonight! Thank goodness for layering clothes and heat packs in my gloves. Horses were so hungry for their feed. We are trying to keep weight on our Fancy pants now 34 yrs old. She is having a tough time doing so even though she has been blanketed now. hugs, Sally B

    If this blast of cold is by you Z, please stay warm and cozy!
    love you with kisses and to your sons
    loving Zprincess and dear Sir
    Auntie Sally B

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      Dear Sally,
      Am praying the horses, especially Fancy Pants, will be warm. Also for their ‘humans’. Cold weather is so hard. God bless you for taking such good care of your ‘Babies’.
      with love, Elizabeth

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    Kathy! Bless your heart. Feel better soon.

    RIP Gulch.

    Pacing already with the news of our Ziconic and his first race.

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    Dear Kathy,
    So sorry about your fall and your tooth. Hope you heal very quickly, especially the soreness. Keeping you in my prayers, as I feel everyone here in Zenny’s family will.
    with love, Elizabeth

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    Zenny,
    Wish you and your Ziconic and Coz a wonderful Tuesday.
    with much love from one of your pacing aunties, Elizabeth

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    January 19 Cherokee Devotional

    At one time, Sam-cat would come to the kitchen door and loudly demand attention. He didn’t always want to be fed. Most of the time he preferred the food he found for himself. But he came to be noticed, to be stroked, and to be talked to-to know that this was home and he was cherished and wanted.
    We all want that kind of attention. Having others need us, warm our hearts, and stroke us with their words is like coming home. Even when we’re physically hungry and on our way to get something to eat, we can always stop to be greeted, to be acknowledged and loved. Even the aloof and arrogant melt when they are shown they are loved and wanted. Sam-cat proved that-every time he left his hideaway in the barn or the woods to come to the kitchen for love and attention.

    Each man is good in the sight of the Great Spirit.
    -Sitting Bull, Sioux

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    Thank you for all your good wishes, everyone. I’m really feeling it today. I’m unrecognizable with the swelling and bruising. Kinda of scary! Happy Tuesday. Hugs, Kathy

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      Dear Kathy,
      I can truly empathize having had a similar fall myself (in front of a large crowd of folks assembled for a groundbreaking ceremony) a couple of years ago. I didn’t go out for quite a while. Thinking of you and sending best wishes for a rapid recovery.
      Hugs,
      Sandy

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      Dear Kathy,
      Years ago we had a patient come into the clinic. She was a young woman and was getting married in 2 weeks. She’d been riding her bicycle, and her pant leg got caught in the bike (can’t remember if it was spokes or peddles). She was thrown over the handle bars then sideways, landing first on her face! Her whole face – nose, eyes, cheeks, but especially her mouth was mangled, scrapped and cut. She chipped one or two teeth (can’t remember).
      My first thought when I saw her was ‘she’s going to have to postpone the wedding . . . a long time’. But my husband, calm as always, while he was fixing her face, reassured her that in 2 weeks she would look beautiful again. Sure enough a few days before the wedding, she came in to get all of the stitches removed, and she looked wonderful.
      So I feel sure that all of us – your friends here on Zenny’s website – will keep praying for you (which is the best medicine – I think). I know you’ll be beautiful again soon. But I sure am sorry that you’re going through this and hope you feel better soon.
      with love, Elizabeth

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    Dear Kathy.I was so sorry to hear about your fall and on a Monday too!I cannot imagine anything worse than falling flat on your face.Keep away from a mirror for awhile.I hope you will feel less sore as the days go by but do be careful.You will have to turtle a lot until you heal.Indeed we all need to be loved I remember mum and dad had a grey cat called Sam before I was born.I always used to hear stories about him as I grew up.
    Little Oliver is in hospital it doesn’t sound good with him and another of Zoe’s friends is sick too.Mr Fibbs habbed a dweam of finding donuts and it was mobie night!Laura Hillenbrand wrote a beautiful piece about Gulch when she visited last autumn.She knew she was seeing him for the last time but he was at peace with himself.It’s on TDN.Try and have an easy day today and look after yourself.Take care.Love and hugs to you,Kisses for Holly,Nikko and Sugar.SheenaXOXO

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      Dear Sheena,
      Dolly Parton is one of my favorite people! She is quite a dynamo, and she brings a lot of happiness to many, many folks.
      Happy Birthday, Dolly!!

      Thanks for the news, Sheena.
      Hugs and Love

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    Dear Sheena,

    Thanks so much. Pain med is making me very sleepy so I’m going back to bed for a while. Thankfully I have 3 very good nurses! Love and hugs from me, kisses from the nurses. Kathy XOXO

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