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

Happy Thursday!

Today we have a few new photos from Lane’s End. Alys has been spending time with Zenyatta and 12Z, capturing aspects of their daily routines. She sent us these two videos, each featuring a 360 degree view of Lane’s End!

Enjoy!
-Team Z

Video of Zenyatta in her paddock, 360 degree view:

Video of 12Z in the barn, 360 degree view:

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


Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane's End
12Z in his stall. Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane’s End


Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane's End
12Z. Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane’s End


Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane's End
Zenyatta enjoying a sunny day. Photo courtesy of Alys Emson/Lane’s End

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      Dear Kathy R and Sheena,

      That would be wonderful if we could change weather.

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    December 22, 2012 at 9:43 am

    Sign:

    I didn’t realize John S was upset about “E”‘s Facebook page and it’s inaccuracies. (And I totally understand why) However given the chain of events recently in my beautiful state of CT, I hardly think that a little msg from E on a social media outlet is not so bad. Life is too short to get upset about something you have no control over, and I am sure a fine man like John S would agree with that.

    I logged onto this site the other day in hopes of a smile or a fun video or a kind word, and I got exactly what I was looking for! I will take solace that whoever wrote “E”‘s facebook msg did not mean any harm, unlike the people who are trying to profit off a horrific tragedy by setting up fake facebook pages and scams for money.

    Wishing you and your family a Happy Holiday Season
    GilrSaratoga

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      Girl Saratoga

      Glad to see you posting. Was getting worried\since I had not seen anything from you for a while. How was your daughter’s trip to Alaska?

      Right now we are having a good time for the past 4 days with
      60-70 mph winds.

      Hope you have a Merry Christmas!

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      Dear Girl Saratoga:

      So good to hear from you. Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year. We can always count on Z and The Prince to raise our spirits.

      My heart goes out to all of the families who lost loved ones in CT. Hope their faith will help them through. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Beautifully said, GirlSaratoga! I am so happy to see your post. High hoof to you and best wishes for a Christmas season full of blessings even in the wake of the tragic event in Newtown which will continue to touch all our hearts.

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    Trina, Kobie and Shadow are doing great. Just gave them there yearly vaccinations, and my farrier trimmed there feet. We also worked 100 feeder calves today,busy day. Grandkids are all fine, just getting ready for Christmas. Has the rain let up in Ca yet?

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      Thanks for the update, Allen! I didn’t know you had cattle! Here in Santa Paula the rain has been gentle though it did deter me from my accustomed dog walk today. It is expected to rain on and off through Christmas, and we do need it, of course. Merry Christmas to you and yours!

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    PAULICK REPORT: KAUTO STONE TO START IN KING GEORGE

    (Ruby Walsh says “the only thing they have in common is the same Dam”;
    Kauto Star is a big bay and Kauto Stone a small chestnut)

    BEST OF LUCK KAUTO STONE !!!! (photo of Kauto Star parading today on
    original article)

    KAUTO STAR HALF-BROTHER TO START IN SIBLING’S SIGNATURE RACE
    by Paulick Report Staff | 12.22.2012 | 12:55pm

    Kauto Stone, younger half-brother to Kauto Star, is eyeing a start in this year’s King George VI Chase on Wednesday. The race was won five times by Kauto Star, whose name became synonymous with Britain’s December 26 Boxing Day holiday. Kauto Stone will be piloted by his sibling’s regular jockey Ruby Walsh for trainer Paul Nicholls. He is untested at the race’s grueling distance of three miles and is expected to be somewhere between 8-1 and 10-1.Kauto Star will be parading before the race at Kempton Park as a farewell before he begins his new career as a dressage horse.
    Kauto Stone, younger half-brother to Kauto Star, is eyeing a start in this year’s King George VI Chase on Wednesday. The race was won five times by Kauto Star, whose name became synonymous with Britain’s December 26 Boxing Day holiday. Kauto Stone will be piloted by his sibling’s regular jockey Ruby Walsh for trainer Paul Nicholls. He is lightly tested at the race’s grueling distance of just over three miles and is expected to be somewhere between 8-1 and 10-1.

    Kauto Star will be parading before the race at Kempton Park as a farewell before he begins his new career as a dressage horse.

    » Read more at http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/dec/22/ruby-walsh-kauto-stone-king-george

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    Thank you so much to Alys Emson/Lanes End for the most wonderful pics and videos
    of Zen and 12Z! The two of them always make me smile. ;)

    MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

    Peace, Love & Blessings,
    Kathy from SoCal xoxo

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    Forgot to mention that I went to Betfair Hollywood Park last Saturday for closing weekend of the Fall/Winter meet. It was a beautiful day and I had a great time! :)
    Looked over towards Barn 55 and thought of Zen and all her “Connections”.
    So happy to know that Ebby is hanging there, as well. :) Was sorry that Ebby was
    scratched from her race that day, but there will be other days and other races. ;)

    God bless you all in the Zenyatta Nation!

    Peace,
    Kathy from SoCal xoxo

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    PAYNTER UPDATE SAT. DEC. 22 2012
    “Best Christmas & New Year’s Gift”
    A. Zayat tweets
    With gratitude to the almighty and thanking all Paynters fans for their prayers and good wishes. Paynter is giving us our best Christmas and New Years gift. Paynter has made it very clear to me, my family and his vets and all his caretakers that he is ready to go back to his trainer @Midnightlute (Bob Baffert) to resume what he love as a Throughbred which is racing and being around all his friends.

    After getting the green light from all his vets and him passing yesterday’s physical examination and ultrasounds that was done at the New Bolton Center with flying colors. It was decided that he is ready to ship to California.

    After searching for all possible flights. We found out that the best direct flight will be on December 29th from Newark airport to LAX.

    My my family and I are extremely excited and proud of our warrior. We have made plans to personally travel to CA to be the first to welcome our special colt back to his old home and to make sure that he is settled safely and happily #PowerUpPaynter

    Keta Note: What a wonderful Christmas gift!

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    Justin Zayat‏ tweet:
    People ask me all the time how do you get your horses across the country.
    This is an interesting video on flying horses.

    Flying Horses
    Uploaded on Jan 21, 2011
    How do horses travel from race to race?
    We got a rare glimpse into the world of equine air transport.
    ttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zv1Mu0TGU58&

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    Dear Sign and Sally B. Yes from previous page Lane’sEnd is such a beautiful place. And the people are so nice there very hospitable to you visiting the stallions. I just cherish the time i have gotten to spend with the stallions there.
    I wanted to make one comment about something you guys were talking about on the previous page.
    It just wouldn’t surprize me if Zenyatta gets a glimpe of some of her children again one day. As loving as Zenyatta is. And the Moss’s, Dottie, John and David Ingordo. I just see a love light shining in all these people and Zenyatta I don’t think it would be out of the relmn for Zenny to see some of her children again. I just look at Zenyatta and 12Z and I just see love in these eyes. Just a gift to us from God.
    I remember the saga of Cloud of the Rocky Mountains and the lady that was the narator she was talking about Cloud running into one of his Offspring and she pondered what Clouds thoughtswere about this particular offspring.. (It’s been a long time since I have seen it but she was taling about this very subject. I think she sensed something or podered if he remembered. Very Interesting.

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      Dear Peggy:

      I watched the Cloud series on PBS too and the babies do stay with the herd for a longer time in the wild. It’s a good feeling to think that Z may see some of her babies again all grown up. Love and Hugs, JB

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        Dear Judy,

        I just loved the series. I would like to see it all again. It’s so wonderful how the Stallion is so protective of his ban. Loved seeing Cloud being found and kept track of. It is a hard life though isn’t it for the wild horses. Happy Holidays.

        • Dear Peggy:

          You make a very good point that I have thought about myself. The wild horses have a difficult enough time surviving in the wild as it is. In one of the Cloud series, the new foals were falling pray to Mountain Lions at an alarming rate. The horses have horrible winters sometimes to get through and that can be disastrous for the foals born late in the year. Between their struggle to survive in nature and being culled by the BLM, I’m afraid they’re going to disappear. What a tragedy that would be. One of our EAN members, Doris McQuiddy, sent this beautiful story through e-mail. I would like to share it with everyone. Hugs, JB

          http://rtfitchauthor.com/2012/12/23/a-wild-horse-burro-christmas-story/

        • Dear Judy,

          Just read the story. It was wonderful and a perfect time to read it. And,yes the new foals falling prey was just heartbreaking. It would be such a tragedy if they dissappear.

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      Dear Peggy N,
      Thanks so much for echoing my sentiment as well, Z seeing her children sometime in the future. I could see The Mosses reuniting her with some. We really don’t know what
      They are going to develop for her children yet. I imagine they WON’T be selling them
      For quite awhile . They don’t have the same situation as Mandy Pope, having to
      Recoupe the money she spent for the horses. Z also made a huge amount of $$$$.
      Mandy seems to be an owner breeder that does care for her horses and provide the
      Best for them. HDG and Plum Pretty are so lucky to become broodmares together .
      Would love to visit LANES END. Will put it on my list of farms. SUCH A BEAUTIFUL PLACE. That weanling barn is sooo very high end.

      Have a wonderful Holiday Peggy N !!!!

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        Dear Sign,

        Yes I so very much echoe your sentiment about Zenyatta seeing her children again when grown up. I would think that could very likely happen one day. It’s all about the love in that heart. Makes my heart just smile with the thought of that happening. Do you remember Zenyatta even caring for the other foals in the field with her and 12 Z when they were together. Just so much love there. I just feel she will remember her foals.
        Happy Holiday to you too Sign.

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    As talking about Cloud these wild horses were in the herds togetherStallion and Mare and offspring. They stayed together for long periods of time before seperating.

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      sheena,
      Yesterday I sent a tweet to A. Zayat & Justin Zayat that said:
      Some of the best gifts do not need to be wrapped or have a ribbon.
      Merry Christmas! #PowerUpPaynter

      It was Retweeted by A.ZAYAT (which is a very special acknowledgement)

      Paynter looks so great. His coat shines. Hopefully this is a new beginning for him.

      Happy Christmas to you and your family!
      It is such a lovely and loving time of year!
      WIth love, Keta

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    It is always a good start to the day to come on and look at the pictures of Z and 12Z. It never gets old.

    I know that all the stallions, broodmares, weanlings, and yearlings are in very good hands and also want to give a big hug to Tasty Temptation. You are always in my thoughts and I hope your next foaling will turn out better for you.

    Wishing all at Lane’s End a very Merry Christmas!

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    Dear Zenny Fans, Dumplings and All,

    Father, the day to day living can be so challenging and easily drain us of the
    pleasures in life if we are not careful. We thank you for our friends and family
    who pull us away from that mindset and add laughter to our lives.
    Would you bring genuine laughter to our hearts today and everyday as
    we go about our daily duties. May we hear the laughter, verbally, and in our
    hearts. In the name of Jesus we pray,
    Amen

    Wishing everyone a laughter filled Christmas holiday !!!!

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      Sign,

      OMG, Thank you so much for these video’s. Haven’t seen the one about Daisy in a while. Just Love Love them.

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        Dear Peggy N, Judy B, Kathy R and All,

        Some of these I have never seen but are so poignant for issues related to
        Our Equine friend. So glad you are enjoying them. Anne from Paramount
        mentioned the frog ones, can’t seem to find the right ones to post.

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    BLOODHORSE; TRUENICKS, Danedream and Frankel

    This link really discussed the “gestalt” of breeding. Her nick with Frankel is a
    “D”, but lots of other factors are being considered and one is ‘champion’ to
    ‘champion’ may produce a champion as both are untested.

    Mr. Kronfeld knew he that “V” was a great producer so to breed her with
    and unproven stallion at the time, Street Cry, was another approach.

    http://cs.bloodhorse.com/blogs/truenicks/archive/2012/12/22/danedream-the-newest-addition-to-frankel-s-2013-book.aspx

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    FAIRGROUNDS UPDATE

    Brian Hernandez, Jr suffered a severe sprained ankle yesterday, taped up
    And back riding Daisy Devine and Tour Guide to Victory yesterday and
    On all his mounts today.

    BEST OF LUCK BRIAN HERNANDEZ, JR !!!!

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        DearJudy B,

        He is such a talented young rider.
        Hope he has a wonderful 2013, to win the BCC against
        MMM and Mike Smith was a real feather in his hat.

        Will try and post the Lava Man Inside Information for all.
        Glad you enjoyed the Christmas card.

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    Hi everyone—latest update: Rightful Image is scheduled to race Opening Day at S.A. in the 7th. Allowance, no claiming. However, not knowing anything other than that, there are weather concerns (possible rain) and it is on the turf–so who knows yet for sure, except he is listed in the Form.
    Also, Rod an I do not have that day off—mid week and all that, we just were not gonna go until the weekend, so we have to see what we’ll do. Hmm…possible scratch, possible weather….Drat! Well, here’s an ego boost–he was a radio pick on one of the morning shows today. Handicapper liked him with #2, for a 2/11 box! High hoof!!
    (John’s horse was also a pick–sorry can’t recall name–don’t have Form with me at this time.)

    Merry Christmas everyone! As they say, May all your photo finishes be winning ones. :-)

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      Dear Anne from Paramount:

      Rooting for Rightful Image and good weather. Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year to you and Rod. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Hi Anne–just got the notice, as he is in my virtual stable. Hoping the weather cooperates and that the right decisions will be made. Christmas hugs.

      I might have known it. We finally get TVG, and Lava Man is on HRTV, which we don’t get!

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    Judy Berube, thanks! :-)
    Catching Up: from previous blog several days ago, Ann NC, laughed at your comment about “Royal Flush,” and Terry Crow, about you doing your best work in the outhouse. NIce sense of humor, both of you!! We all need that, don’t we, as was stated above about laughter getting us through difficult times.

    Vicki B, enjoyed your ornament story. And Sign, thanks for the Lava Man update on HRTV. Janet Newman, I probably should know this, but what part of Alaska are you from? (I ask because we visited Anchorage during the summer–and really enjoyed it.) Temps arre REALLY low there now, I read.

    Speaking of HRTV, some additions to their crew in the new year, among them Christina Olivarres Blacker, leaving TVG for HRTV. Way back when, she started at HRTV, then had many years on TVG before switching now. Interesting!!

    And must make mention of these wonderful photos here–just priceless!

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      Anne,

      I am north of Anchorage in what is known as the
      Mat-Su Valley.
      Yes, the temps are low and the high winds
      we are having lately drive them lower.
      Glad you enjoyed your visit.
      Have a very Merry Christmas!

      Staying warm in Alaska,
      Janet

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      Dear Anne,
      Rightful Image has a wonderful pedigree, look forward to hearing and
      Seeing him on the track. Glad you enjoyed the humor, as it does keep
      Folks healthy physically and emotionally. Have a Merry Christmas !!!

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      Thanks, Anne, and everyone else who liked my ornament story, it took well over an hour to make, as I tried to get it “perfect”, like she is.

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    It is almost Christmas Eve!
    The night when some,including me, believe that animals talk.

    Pati , you listen to their talking all year round.
    The work your rescue group does is amazing.
    Tell Gus that Santa read his letter. I am sending donation through the web site.
    Safe Haven Equine Rescue & Retirement
    http://www.sherrnc.com/

    Trina, thank you for reminding us of the Cedar Horse Santuary. A donation will go to
    Horse Sanctuary Fund at the Cedar Community Foundation, c/o Amy Johnson, 5349 County Road D, West Bend, WI 53095.

    Sally B, Judy B, Kim S., Diana & the Tucson group, and all our Dumplings & Z-sters
    involved in horse/animal rescue, may all your Christmas wishes come true!
    I salute each and every one of you being an angel-caregiver!
    Holiday hugs to all,
    Keta

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      Dear Kathy R,
      Thanks for the Black Caviar update. Hope her owners do what is best for her.
      Sometimes we humans have to stop even when it appears the horse does not.
      Amazing that she won at Royal Ascot with the torn muscle, she is truely a special horse
      And champion.

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      Dear Kathy R.:

      Thank you for this update on Nelly. Hope she continues successful in her 2013 campaign. Most of all I pray she is happy, healthy and sound. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Kathy R
      Seems the choice was not a universal one.
      Just a little contentious I’d say.
      It’s good thing that Nelly can’t read.
      Merry Christmas to you & your family!
      Big hugs for you & your Mom
      Keta

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        Dear Keta: I’m sure that if Nelly could read she’d find it all very amusing! Thanks so much for all your great posts through the year – Bensley certainly has some competition! And thanks for your kindness regarding Mum – whenever I get low about her condition, I just thank the Good Lord that she is in a facility where she receives excellent care, and is safe. Love and hugs to you and yours KathyR.

        • Dear Kathy R.:

          Didn’t realize your Mum is ill. It’s good that she is being cared for in a place that you feel comfortable with. It’s a very difficult decision to make and takes courage for the family and the patient. Wishing all of you a Blessed Christmas and New Year. Hugs, JB

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    Dear Sheena: Thanks very much for the rain you sent Downunder – very much appreciated by the citizens of Canberra and surrounds. The weather bureau tells me that we may get more today. Now we just have to work on the snow. Seriously, hope the weather is not too dreadful for you at this time of year. Have a wonderful Christmas. Hugs KathyR.

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      Dear Kathy and Sheena,

      Maybe Sue from Wisconsin can send you both some snow and even to us in Texas.
      Seriously, sorry to hear about the folks down under who endured flooding and
      Heat related issues. Also, those in the UK who are facing heavy rains flooding and
      Freezing rain.

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    Stunning Gold Ship lifts Grade 1 Arima Kinen
    By Nick Godfrey 9:35AM 23 DEC 2012
    Report: Japan, Sunday
    Nakayama: Arima Kinen (the Grand Prix) (Grade 1) 1m4½f, turf, 3yo+
    JAPAN’S leading three-year-old colt Gold Ship (Naosuke Sugai/Hiroyuki Uchida) produced a stunning display to beat his elders to take the Arima Kinen, the nation’s end-of-season grand prix at Nakayama on Sunday.
    With three furlongs to run, the grey son of Stay Gold was absolutely last of 16 in a field featuring several fellow Grade 1 scorers – although these did not include Japan Cup one-two Gentildonna and Orfevre after connections opted to bypass the 385 million yen (£2.8m) event.
    As they approached the final turn, Gold Ship had to circle the entire field, finally being produced at least eight horses wide down the straight, where he still appeared to have plenty to do.
    The colt proceeded to mow down his rivals to record a brilliant victory going away as his jockey stood up in his irons to salute the crowd passing the post.
    It was a performance a little reminiscent of Orfevre’s in the Arc – if Orfevre hadn’t decided to throw the race away by veering across to the rail.
    http://www.racingpost.com/news/horse-racing/japan-stunning-gold-ship-lifts-arima-kinen/1174768/international/#newsArchiveTabs=last7DaysNews
    GOLD SHIP (Stay Gold x Sunday Silence) takes the JAPAN GRAND PRIX!

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    dear kathy am keeping everything crossed for nely if she races again would hate to see her lose glad you are grateful of the rain!!! it actually stopped here today that is until more tomorrow it’s been dreadful in some areas a young woman was house sitting for a family on holidays in australia and the house is completely flooded she had to get out at 3 30am they’re devastated because it’s only 3 years since they were flooded before heard a boy died in australia hiking in the heat am sure he was british did’nt take enough water with him very sad do hope you and yours have a great christmas hugs sheena should have said nelly!!!!

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    To all my fellow Dumplings out there, I’m extremely far behind on the posts due to working long hours, so just in case I don’t have time to post in the next day or two I want to wish all of you a blessed and happy Christmas and New Year. I think of every one of you as my extended family and am so thankful for all of you. Hugs, Debbie

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