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Photos From The Foaling

Photos by Kyle Acebo
Photos by Kyle Acebo

We know you’ve all been waiting for more photos!

Team Z and Lane’s End are proud to share these images from the birth of Zenyatta’s second colt. Based on the response we’ve received, it seems that the world is as excited as we are.

We had a spectacular day on the farm, and we are saying our goodbyes for now. Mom and her little one are now relaxing, bonding, and spending some quiet time alone.

There are still more photos from this trip to come. We’ll post again soon with news about 13Z and his older brother!

Enjoy!
-Team Z

Photo by Kyle Acebo
Photo by Kyle Acebo


Photo by Kyle Acebo
Photo by Kyle Acebo


Photos by Kyle Acebo
Photos by Kyle Acebo


Photos by Kyle Acebo
Photos by Kyle Acebo


Photo by Kyle Acebo
Photo by Kyle Acebo

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    Andrew Bensley has just reported in. Confirmed the purchase and price. BC3thoroughbreds has already purchased Belle Couture. Bensley has talked with BC3’s principal, Bill Vhalos (think that’s how he spells his name) – no trainer lined up for the colt yet. RIck Jamieson (the breeder) is totally amazed at the price.

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    Black Caviar’s brother fetches $5 million
    Posted by: AAP+ Filled in: Australian Horse Racing | 9/4/2013 at 5:48pm
    It began with an opening bid of $2 million and ended three minutes later with a successful offer of $5 million and the announcement that history had been made.
    But the most expensive thoroughbred yearling ever sold in Australia almost didn’t make it into the ring.
    The colt, a half brother to the world champion sprinter Black Caviar, by the champion stallion Redoute’s Choice, threw a substantial tantrum on sale eve that could have resulted in a serious injury and led to a decoy horse being placed in his box.
    A member of the team from Three Bridges Farm who prepared the colt for the sale said he became agitated after constantly being removed from his box to be inspected.
    “He just cracked it, he got jack of being taken in and out of his box and lost it,” said the Three Bridges representative.
    “If it hadn’t been for the skill of his handlers it could have been a disastrous.”
    In a bid to avoid the inevitable attention on sale day, inspections were banned and the colt was shifted to a nearby box and a substitute yearling stood in his place, attracting the appreciation of the hundreds of unwitting admirers.
    Read more: http://www.justhorseracing.com.au/news/australian-racing/black-caviars-brother-fetches-5-million/199953 #ixzz2PxdNokBC

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    Ryan Mania ‘frustrated’ at having to miss Kelso ride as he awaits scan
    • No return date for Grand National winner after Hexham fall
    • ‘He’s a wee bit sore and fed up,’ says Mania’s mother, Lesley
    Chris Cook The Guardian, Monday 8 April 2013 15.57 EDT
    Ryan Mania, the jockey who pulled off a 66-1 shock in Saturday’s Grand National, was forced to live his life at a somewhat steadier pace on Monday, which he spent waiting for an MRI scan to assess the extent of an injury he picked up at Hexham on Sunday. The 23-year-old is not thought to have been badly damaged in the fall on Stagecoach Jasper, the only horse he has ridden since his Aintree success on Auroras Encore, but he was kicked by other horses following behind and a date for his return to the saddle remains unclear.
    “He’s frustrated,” reported Bruce Jeffrey, his agent, on Monday night. “He’s up and walking about but he’s basically in the same position as when I left him on Sunday night; he was waiting for a scan then, too. He was wanting to ride at Kelso [on Monday]. I had to tell him, ‘No, you’ll not be riding at Kelso.’ He’s some man. They’re all the same, these jockeys. I wish I was half as tough.”
    http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2013/apr/08/ryan-mania-grand-national-kelso

    Keta Note: There is a good photo in the article.
    Ryan Mania, here with his Grand National-winning ride Auroras Encore, was detained in hospital on Monday after a fall on Sunday. Photograph: Anna Gowthorpe/PA

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      Some important news also in the Guardian article
      However, he had some good news about Jonjo Bright, the 19-year-old rider injured in a point-to-point fall at around the same time, when he fractured his C3 and C4 vertebrae, as McNamara did.

      The former trainer Mick Quinlan was found dead at his home on Sunday night at the age of 61. He held a licence for 12 years to 2011 and had winners at both the Cheltenham Festival and Royal Ascot before handing on the operation to his brother Noel, who said: “He had his ups and downs for a few years now but it’s important we remember the great highs he had.”

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      Dear Keta,

      Good morning, hope the night was restful, just want to thank you for all the information you post!, that’s truly amazing.

      Here is wishing Ryan Mania, a speedy recovery and rest, Praising the Lord that the injury was minimal. There is a time to rest, a time to work, and a time for every thing, this is his time to rest. Never a good idea to tempt fate.

      Sending heart felt condolences to the family of Mick Quinlan, may his soul rest in perfect Peace.

      Have you a wonderfully Blessed day.

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        maureen phi-llips
        Good morning to you! Thank you for your comment.
        Your posts are always so caring–feel good when I read them.
        Hope you have a Blessed day
        Hugs, Keta

        • Thanks Keta, you are always so sweet and nice. Have a Blessed rest of the day.

          Oh, happy to hear that Mania is out of the hospital. Wishing him all the very best.

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    Andrew Bensley ‏tweets Fiveandahalfstar is out of Saturday’s ATC Derby after twisting an ankle in Saturdays win. Hasn’t recovered.
    Anthony Cummings just told me, the ankle has not recovered and he’s not satisfied
    in running Fiveandahalfstar in the Derby. Requires 3mths.
    Anthony Cummings saying if Fiveandahalfstar is back for the Spring that’s great
    but they’ll do the right thing by the 3YO for long future.
    Officially, Fiveandahalfstar sustained a sprain to inside off fore fetlock. In general terms for all.. something like twisted ankle.

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    John Anderson ‏tweet
    Chris Lang air lifted to Alfred with serious facial injuries after kick by horse.
    Surgery today and resting comfortably before more next wk.

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    For those of you in later time zones, Metro, the painting horse, was on the Today show in the 8:30 to 9:00 segment here in the east (actually, about 8:45). Haven’t seen anything on the BLM or wild horses yet.

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      Thanks Sandy,
      Yes I caught it, really cute special. Checked him out too, he is the beautiful son of City Zip and now has a wonderful home with people who adore him. hugs

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    Good morning to all, just read Keta’s post, here is sending Healing Prayers to Chris Lang, Our God is forever faithful if we trust him. He promises us Healing and that is what I claim for Chris this morning. Sending up prayers of comfort and strength for all his family and connections. It is well. Also Prayer for wisdom for the doc’s performing the surgery.

    To all that need healing this morning, may the Healing hands of Our God be upon them.

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    Such great photos! All look happy. If 13Z changes to more reflect the coloring of his sire, how quickly does that happen? And when will 12Z finally get a name?

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      The Mosses traditionally name their horses when they are 2 year olds in training. It gives the Mosses a chance to get to know their personalities and give them a proper name. I would guess that 12Z will get his official name no sooner than late 2013 early 2014.

      13Z is going to be a beautiful red gold chestnut, not gray like his father.

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        Really, Z13 is going to be chestnut, not grey or white like his dad? Well maybe his going to win the Triple Crown like Secretariat that will be great, ha ha.
        Hug Ingrid.

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        I am intrigued by Zenyen!! You always have such factual comments. I look forward to reading your posts. Do you work at Lane’s End? I do not mean to be nosy by asking; i am just curious!

        • Celeste,

          Oh goodness that is flattering! I could only wish I worked at Lane’s End but I do not.

          Growing up I had the honor and pleasure of working with a champion trainer from Canada who came to the US and ran a string of ‘blue collar’ runners up and down the East Coast. He also maintained a small broodmare band and stood a nice, well bred stallion.

          I kept my horse at his barn and over two decades worked every aspect of his business from the nursery to breaking in the yearlings to going to the track and working the backside and back again. It was a wonderful way to grow up until marriage took me out of state.

        • Wow, you have had some great experiences. No wonder you are so knowledgeable!!

          I have always loved horses and rode for a few years. My daughter had a horse for 6 years and when she outgrew her, I took over. She was an old mare, but perfect for me.

          I have been to the Kentucky Derby twice and loved every minute of it. The Derby horses really stand out over the other horses that are racing in the other races. They have such charisma; they are amazing up close.

          I would have loved to have seen Zenyatta in person, but I never went out to California. I saw Rachel Alexandra win the Kentucky Oaks by about 20 lengths. She was amazing too.

          It would have been very interesting to see them race each other, but it never happened. I’m so happy Rachel is recovering from her foaling complications. Her foal is doing well, but it’s sad they are not together.

          Well, it’s nice to “meet” you! Maybe there will be an opportunity for all of us Zenyatta fans to meet her someday. Wouldn’t that be wonderful!!!!

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    Good morning to all my Z nation family, Praying for a wonderful day today and God’s Blessings . I am so honored to be a part of this great family.

    Good morning Queen Zenyatta, how was the night. Hope you got some rest even though junior looks like he is such a good boy. Here is wishing you and Prince ZT, a wonderful day.Say hi to Prince senior if he comes around.

    Lastly, thanks to all the Lanes End staff and Team Z, for all the good work they do in taking care of all the horses and especially our Queen Z.

    Blessings to all. It is well.

    LGE, where are you?, miss hearing from you.

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    Great Morning Zenny…blessings on you and both your boys …
    Big doings here next 4days…lots of folks shipping in
    Fort Larned arrived yesterday ..among others…
    He is on front page of the paper this am
    Lots of derby and Oaks points up for grabs..
    You rest and care for big/little Blaze…
    more later

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    Good luck and safe trip tomorrow in the Fantasy to Calvin and Rose to Gold. Granddaughter of the wonderful Tobasco Cat. Loved his spirit. Can’t believe this horse sold for $1,400. Quite a pedigree

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    National winner Mania leaves hospital
    Posted by: AAP+ Filled in: Australian Horse Racing | 10/4/2013 at 2:00am
    Grand National winner Ryan Mania has left hospital after an MRI scan revealed he sustained only minor injuries in a fall the day after his Aintree triumph.
    The 23-year-old was taken to hospital after tumbling from his mount on his return to action in Hexham, northeast England on Sunday, a day after his National victory on 66-1 outsider Auroras Encore.
    The Scot was kicked between the shoulder blades after his fall and spent two nights in hospital but a scan of his neck and back showed no serious damage.
    Read more: http://www.justhorseracing.com.au/news/australian-racing/national-winner-mania-leaves-hospital/200010 #ixzz2Pz8AJvot

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    In the last picture, where Z is sniffing the little one’s right hind leg, that bulge on the left side of Z’s neck…is that really Z’s neck? I know it’s a dumb question, but that bulge is huge. Thanks.

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      You’re kidding, right?

      We get unprecedented access and information about Zenyatta. The Mosses are already paying for a website and a team to maintain it. Now you want them to hire a photographer too? And how often do you want Lane’s End to give said photographer access to Zenyatta–daily? Hourly? Will this be a full time gig, or just part time? They’d better learn to stay out of the way of LE employees doing their jobs.

      Please be grateful for what we have. Alys, Kyle, and the other LE employees are generous with their time and photographic talents. I am sure we will get updates on 13Z as he grows, as well as on 12Z. But really, things don’t change much on a day-to-day basis for Zenyatta. She has a routine that has already been documented. How many pictures do you need of Zenyatta grazing in contentment? We certainly don’t need a new one every day.

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        A hearty seconding to everything Laura J has said and add that Zenyatta and 13Z are living breathing animals, not props to be put on display for our amusement.

        This is a very special time for Zenyatta to relax and enjoy her new foal, not to have cameras following her every move. There are plenty of people to document with photographs, Alys, Kyle to name a few but they are being RESPECTFUL and giving Zenyatta time and space to just be a mother.

        We will get pictures, the Mosses give Zenyatta’s fans access paralleled only by the equally gracious Stonestreet. Let us be grateful for their time and effort and respectful of Zenyatta’s right to her routine and her little one.

        • Dear Laura and Zenyen:

          Agree with everything you have both said. I don’t think some folk really appreciate just how lucky they (and we) are to have this site, and the generosity and kindness of Mr and Mrs Moss is just extraordinary. Not to mention how giving are the folk at Lane’s End. So as our friend Maureen would say, let us give thanks and blessings for what we have. And I’m also very, very grateful that as an alien I can get access to such a great community.

        • Kathy R,
          Aussies aren’t ” aliens” they are family. We love you guys. Hugs

        • Kathy R,

          When I was an “alien” in Australia, I was treated with such kindness! Australians are marvelous people and I felt so at home for those two weeks that I was there. Only positive feelings from my end of the world. :-)

          This site is our life line into Z’s world post racing, and I cherish it with all my being. We don’t have such access for many other super mares like Rags to Riches, Blind Luck, Havre de Grace, and not even for most stallions. How many horses can say they have a monthly (sometimes more frequently) post about them that is read by hundreds upon hundreds of people? We are very lucky Lanes End and Stonestreet allow us such access to the mares we so dearly love. I am willing to wait for more pictures/videos/posts if it means that we continue to get anything at all. Sometimes, waiting just stinks.

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      I agree with all the above replies to Lisag. We are very fortunate to have so many pics of Z and her baby boys, so many updates, and such a wonderful website on which to communicate with each other. Thank you, Team Z!

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      I can not tell you how much I hoped she would be ready for the Apple Blossom…but I know that her owners and JS will do only what is best for her….so please get ready soon big girl…

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    A Poem for Judy Berube on the First Anniversary of her Bereavement
    (April 9, 2013)

    Dearest Judy, I’ve heard
    When two love-birds
    Have been by death
    Sadly parted
    And one’s left behind, broken-hearted,
    To face
    Years to come
    WIthout the departed one,
    The first year,
    Through which you have just passed,
    Is judged to be the worst.
    Blessedly Russ does still
    Sweet messages to you send.
    Though you him sorely miss,
    His love, which forever will last,
    Does you daily surround.
    ’Tis perhaps by virtue of all this
    That you strength
    Have found
    From the deepest depths
    Of sadness to rebound.
    You manage each day
    With purpose to fill,
    Even with cheer.
    May it always
    Thus for you stay,
    Till
    At length
    One day
    You’ll again
    Your beloved Russ see
    And with him reunited be.
    To this we say
    Amen.

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      Dear Trina:

      Thank you, thank you, thank you. My Russ would love this tribute to him. I am blessed to know you. Love and Hugs, JB

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        All my best to you and your dear departed Russ, Judy, and I am blessed to know you too.

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      Trina,
      This is so beautiful, I don’t know how you do it. I’ve never known anyone who is filled with such wonderful thoughts and can put them together on paper so well. We are truly blessed to have you among us. Love and hugs.

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      Dear Trina, you are always so thoughtful, what a beautiful poem.

      Dear Judy, I am always with you at this moment!

      Big hug, Ingrid.

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      Special hugs to you,Judy B….sweet as can be.
      Trina, you are so very special. Your poem for ,Judy B. is beautiful.
      Hugs!

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        Dear Vicki B, Ann, Ingrid, Trina, Debbie G, Max, Peggy, Marshall, Sally B., Sue F., Barb W., Diana, Auntie Judy, Dawn, Marty, Anne, Laura J., Zenyen, Sheena, Shirlee, Carol, Sandy, Pati, Ashton, TC, Brenda, Abigail, Girl Saratoga, Kathy R., Karen G, Keta, Laura J, Maureen, Ann Maree and all my Z Family:

        Thank you from my heart for all the caring and loving kindness you have shown me on this beautiful site we share with our beloved Zenyatta. Being here and commenting back and forth with all of you has been something I look forward to every day. It has made this year a lot easier for me.

        Thank you all so much for your friendship and for your posts and links that I so enjoy. I feel so lucky to know all of you. Love and Hugs, JB

        • JudyB. It is always a pleasure to see your posts. None of us will ever forget your Russ from the sheer joy of knowing you. Please take good care of yourself. You have a girl on her way to college who needs your support from home. And then there is PC and his pals, and all of us. We all need you!

        • Dear Max:

          What a sweet post from you. Thank you so much. Love and Hugs, JB

        • I always look forward to talking to you. You’re one of the nicest people I have ever met and I’m glad that you support SHERR! I tell them all the time they have a league of supporters on Zenyatta.com and I think they finally believe me!

          “One way to see the personality of someone is to look at how they treat the weak and defenseless.”

          You, and this community in general, are sparkling examples of the greatness in humanity.

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      Wonderful poem, Trina! You are so talented and thoughtful. This is just lovely. Hugs

      Dear Judy B.,
      Thoughts and prayers are with you, dear friend. Russ is ever with you, and his love surrounds you always. You are a treasure to your friends here on this site, and we wish you nothing the best. Blessings to you and all your dear ones. Hugs and lots of love.

        • Dear Pati:

          Thank you so much for your kind and sweet comments. You are very caring and aware for one so young. I am so happy to have met you through Z’s Blog and I know you will accomplish great things in your life. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Hi Zenny ….just spread the news about Blaze ….a lady from my swim class asked about you…she was at the airport to greet you when you came for one of your apple blossom wins….as with us all she thought you were gorgeous…
    ….
    Talking to some one at Oaklawn last week…told me that the only full sized jet that lands here in Hot Springs is the one bringing in the horses…and it needs every inch of the runway….sounds scary to me…but I am sure you handled it with your usual patience and understanding
    …
    love you…kiss the red one

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    dear marshall thank you very much for your message about lady thatcher her funeral takes place on april 17th it’s nearly 50 years since we’ve had this type of funeral for a prime minister Winston Churchill was the last one in 1965 is so sad that some people over here are actually celebrating her death how sick is that!!have been reading the posts about Annette funicello remember her from my early teens in the American film magazines we used to get over here so sad to hear how much she suffered. do hope reilly and huey are keeping well and happy love and hugs sheenaX

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      Dear Sheena,
      Thank you for the lovely post. I can actually remember Sir Winston — he was a great hero of my grandfather’s. I can still hear him (Granddaddy) quoting Mr. Churchill from time to time. I am sorry that people behave so poorly — yes, it is sick to celebrate the passing of Mrs. Thatcher, a strong sensible leader who did much to make Britain solid again. It seems that rudeness is the rule nowadays, more’s the pity.
      Hope your weather has moderated some. It was 83 degrees (F) today and will be 85+ tomorrow — way too hot for early April. Summer is fast approaching, as usual.
      Reilly and Huey are doing well. Thank you for remembering them!
      Have a nice week! Hugs

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    What a beautiful poem, Trina. Your kindness and thoughtfulness never ceases to amaze me.
    Judy, I know how difficult these anniversaries can be. You’re in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Debbie

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    Team Valor ‏tweet with FILLY FOAL PHOTOS
    Flashy half sister to HOWE GREAT born yesterday (April 4) @DenaliStud.
    Daughter of Leroidesanimaux x Ginger Sea (SAf).
    https://twitter.com/TeamValor/status/320365279215484929/photo/1

    Fun photos from Sara Fagan @DenaliStud of Howe Great’s new half sister,
    a spunky, flashy daughter of Leroidesanimaux. (April 8)
    https://twitter.com/TeamValor/status/321354249097330688/photo/1
    Keta Note: Love that Mom is trying to take a nap while daughter frolics!

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    Hi Everyone ! LOVE that new photo from Alys!!! It is just amazing how his demeanor has changed in just a few days. It seems he is already used to the camera and he looks so secure and sure of himself. It is as though he already is aware that he IS a Prince!

    @ Barnaby’s Auntie Trina–The poems for Judy,in tribute to Russ,and the one for Z13 are just incredible!! Some of your best ever!!

    @ Sandy and Brenda–Have a ball for the next few days,you two!! Wish I could be there too–I had so much fun with you both at the BC!!

    Just discovered Hovis from looking at the links provided here—what a hoot!! I got on the Horse and Hound shopping page and ordered the first two books. Will email them tonight when I go home to make sure it worked OK,as I don’t know about shipping to the US. I just love his cheeky humor!!

    Have been experimenting with different bits on Mr. Barnaby–even rode him in a hackamore the last two weeks. He is getting his teeth floated and his spring shots next Tuesday and I think his teeth may be part of the problem. I had them done right after I got him and a few months later a different vet said they needed to be done–after the first vet said they should be good for two years after he did them. I won’t be able to be there,as I will be at work,but,His Auntie Sue will comfort him,as will our friend,Heather,who just adores him and often rides him. He will get plenty of attention.

    I have ordered a new bit for him,recommended by our great farrier,Tom Riney. It is called a dog-bone snaffle and is all rubber,except for the metal D-Rings on the sides,like the ones on racing bridles. He says his wife,who is a judge and trainer rides in one of those all the time and that Barnaby should love it. It will be great if he does,I so want him to have the perfect one that makes him happy!

    I had so much fun with him last week–he waqs being so good in the cross ties,I experimented with him,ground tying him,just by dropping his reins when I brought him back after riding in the arena. He stood like he was rooted in cement!! Then,I took all of his tack off,just letting him stand there with nothing on him at all—and he still stood still as a statue!! He is SO good h his ground manners,it is just amazing!! We only have a couple or three weeks left at the Susie Q. They will move up to their five acres in East Fork the first of May–earlt this year,as it has been so dry. They will be so happy to get out of the trailer and see where they are! It’s going to be sad,leaving Rancher Tom,knowing that we will be in a different stable next winter. The place where we will be is lovely,though. And,it is 15 miles closer to home,which will be nice.

    My best friend,Nicki,was up for a visit this past weekend and Sue was telling everyone ,while we were all having lunch at the Sun Valley Lodge,what a good influence that arnaby has been on Traveller–she feels that he has helped her calm down and that he has set a good example for her on how to act around the barn. Of course,I was thrilled to hear her say that—just like a proud “mama”! I do so love that boy!! I keep telling him that he is the best horse in the world (with apologies to Queen Z!) and I think he is beginning to believe it!! I just love his self-confidence–he carries himself as though he knows he is very special!!

    So sorry to lose the great Margaret Thatcher,as well as sweet Annette! I especially admired Prime Minister Thatcher–being the devout Anglophile that I am!! Am planning to get up in the middle of the night and watch her funeral on CNN.

    Loved watching the Grand National–what a story this year–I felt it WAS very reminiscent of “Natioal Velvet”–am so glad the darling jockey is going to be OK,after his subsequent fall!!

    Blessings to our Queen,and both precious Princes. And,my eternal thanks to all who do so much to keep them close to us!!! Hope all have a peaceful night.

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      Sue–we needed another Barnaby installment, and you came through.
      From my limited horse experience, I think they appreciate the trust humans give them by respecting them enough to ground tie them. We have never had a problem.
      With our guy, it’s almost as if he’s saying, “Of course I can stand here and behave!” LOL. All the best to you and your “crew”.

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      Dear Sue:

      Thank you for this update on Barnaby. Good luck with the move. I’m sure the horses will adjust to their new surroundings just fine. Hugs, JB

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      Sue,
      Just loved the new Barnaby installment, sounds like he is becoming the perfect horse (present company excepted). Hope your move goes well I’m sure he’ll be fine as long as you are there for him.. Hugs

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      Dear Sue, here I am, a day late, but I wanted to say I loved your post. I look forward to hearing how Barnaby likes his new bit. As an Auntie, I also feel very proud of Barnaby for being a good influence on Traveller and a good buddy to her. High hoof! Thank you too for your kind words about the poems. Hugz and love in Dumplinghood, Trina

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    Dear Z and Your Two Beautiful Kentucky Princes:

    Goodnight. Sleep well. Love you. JB

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    Zenny,
    What a beautiful, loving Momma you are! Your photos are so inspiring. Love your new Colt! Sweet dreams to you and your ‘boys’!

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