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The Results Are In!

Zenyatta.com Celebration fan photo winner: Roxanne Cook
Zenyatta.com Celebration fan photo winner: Roxanne Cook

Happy Monday!

We’re so happy to announce that the 2014 Zenyatta.com Celebration raised $20,000 for Thoroughbred Rehab Center, Inc!

The winners of our auction and prizes are as follows:

Grand Prize: An Invitation to Meet Zenyatta
Mary Pilger—Clayville, NY
Donna Temple—Crystal Lake, IL
Lori Koellner—Glen Burnie, MD
Debbi Martin—Chilhowie, VA
Linda R. Moss—Mission Viejo, CA

Auction: Zenyatta’s Halter
Judy—Burbank, CA

Auction: Zenyatta’s Shoe
Terence—Arlington Heights, IL
Deborah—Medford, OR

Auction: Signed Limited Edition Track Bag
Cathy—Santa Clarita, CA
Kristi—St. Charles, MO
Judith—Fuquay Varina, NC
Candace—Lexington, KY
The fifth winner requested to remain anonymous

Auction: Signed Zenyatta Breyer
Deborah—Medford, OR
Ann—Knoxville, TN

Gift bag winner: Our favorite fan photo
Roxanne Cook—Boulder Creek, CA

Gift bag winner: Celebration participant from our mailing list
William Uecker—Boerne, TX

Thanks fans, we couldn’t have done this without you!

Team Z

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    Congratulations to all the winners and the monies raised for the Thoroughbred Rehab Center. The Z family is and always will be the best !

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    ♥ Zenny,
    When your halter arrives I will burst into tears…. Thank you beautiful girl for being YOU. Everything that has to do with you (and your family) brings joy to my life. Even when I’m down, or having a bad day, you make me smile :-)

    (King) John Henry is going to be stoked! I’m going to place your halter next to his… then he can brag in Heaven that he’s gotten close to The Queen.

    It was my pleasure to help the horses. Thank you, Ann and Jerry Moss, for everything you do. I know one of the winner’s for the LE visit. Congrats to everyone!!

    {{hugs}} and peppermint kisses to Momma Zen, Coz, and Ziconic from Auntie Judy XO

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      ♥ Angel Z Princess, I haven’t forgotten you. You left your beautiful hoof prints on my heart.

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        I wondered if that was you Judy. Congrats!

        To keep your “new” halter soft and supple you might want to use saddle soap occasionally. But not before you smell that halter–cause it hopefully will smell of Z! I know you will love it!

        You should consider getting a special halter support so you can hang it in your bedroom. Not a nail cause that will cut into the leather.

        Oh I’m so happy for you

        • Margaret
          I just might sleep with it next to me LOL First I have to let my kitty smell it. I’m sure Hayley will smell Zenny’s scent :-)
          Thank you for the tips!
          JAG

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        Debbie, Debbie, Debbie ♥
        You are such a doll! You are like my biggest fan. I appreciate your friendship!!!
        Auntie Judy

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        Cynthia H
        Thank you so much!! Had you not posted on my FB page I wouldn’t have known about the posting of the winner’s names.
        JAG

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        Especially Horses
        No, I was not selected as a winner last year for the visit to Lane’s End nor did I win anything from the online contest.

        However, at Zenyatta’s BC party in 2012 there was an auction for numerous prizes. Artwork, a trip to visit the Queen, etc. I didn’t bid on the trip but I knew both woman who got into a bidding war for the visit.

        That prize ended up being a substantial amount. I offered to pay half and go with one of them IF she couldn’t find anyone to split the cost. That is HOW I got to see Zen. Our visit was in June, 2013. Yes, she was carrying Z Princess :-( and she had Ziconic by her side :-) I cherish that day even more because I doubt I will get another visit with The Queen.

        • However it happened I am so glad you had that opportunity!!! Once in a life time for one of Zeny’s most adoring and faithful fans. And as a fellow Burbankian it’s nice to know that Zeny’s halter is in the city, lol.

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      Dear Judy (JAG),
      Huge congratulations to you!! How exciting to get Queen Z’s halter. You are so deserving to be the “keeper of the Halter”. Enjoy your treasure!
      Hugs and Love

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        ♥ Marshall you are so sweet to “say” that!
        Zen is extremely special to me… Memories overflow when I think of her. Visits at Barn 55 and then Lane’s End. It’s probably best I didn’t win a trip because I might have gotten some “negative” comments LOL
        JAG
        p.s. The tears haven’t dried up over the loss of Z Princess :-( She jumped into my heart Easter morning. I was so giddy! A girl! Ironically, the first time I met Zen at Barn 55 was on Easter morning 2010…. gives me chills…

        • Wow! Now I ‘ve got chills, too.
          I think John Henry most certainly has taken Z Princess under his wing.
          Take care!
          Hugs and Love to you and Hayley

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      Judy, you are so VERY lucky! Congrats! In fact congratulations to all the winners and most of all the retired racehorses! And all those who get to meet Zenyatta – I am GREEN!

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        ♥ Yes, I agree! I am VERY, VERY LUCKY!!!
        Thanks for the congrats. I appreciate it.
        JAG

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    Dear Team Z – we are HONORED and PRIVALEDGED to be one of the five winners to come meet our beloved Zenny! This is a Bucket List opportunity for sure. Thank you for all you do, continuing to make Z so available to us, and remembering the Off The Track Thoroughbreds. With Love and Blessings, George, Linda, and Milyone

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    Congratulations to all the winners. Please give Z lots of love and hugs, peppermints, pears all things she loves from one of her LOYAL LOSERS. What a wonderful time you will have. Such a great organization and all the good goes to the horses.

    Zenyatta I hope you are having a great day in the beautiful fall weather.

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    Congrats to ALL of the winners! (Trips and Z merchandise!!!)! Is that you, MaryP – our buddy on Zentastics?? Woo Hoo if one of us got to go. Thanks again to Team Z for the opportunities and for keeping things going so that those of us who were away over BC weekend had time to get home and participate.

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    Congrats to all the winners! I hope all of you will be happy in whatever capacity your prizes are!

    Just a thought…if you have time to stay for a few days you might consider calling some of the other farms to see if a visit to the stallions can be arranged. Be aware that a lot of farms have a small fee for visiting.

    Old Friends has ONE tour a day at 11 am local time. They ask for 10 dollars donation. This is a farm YOU SHOULDN’T MISS! Silver Charm may be out of quarantine by the Jan 1., so it’s entirely possible you could see him!

    And don’t worry about distances. Everything is really pretty close together. Don’t use Mapquest! My experience of Mapquest is it’s great out west but KY it’s totally confused! I can’t speak to GPS cause I’ve never used it.

    I can’t remember if Claiborne charged a fee but you should definitely visit Secretariat’s grave. And I believe you need to call to visit.

    Three Chimneys charges 10 dollars. It’s generally on the list of farms I visit.

    For a special treat call Jeanne at Our Mims. Jeanne has 9 older former broodmares. And she has Mim’s grandson Elmhurst who won the BC sprint. Jeanne is also rehabbing another younger mare who was starved. Today she looks marvelous.

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    Congratulations to all of the winners and best wishes for making very special memories
    whether you won an auctioned Zenyatta treasure or a visit with the Queen ! As always we thank Team Zenyatta for their grace and generosity.

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    Congratulations to all the winners…especially the Grand Prize winners; Mary, Donna, Lori, Debbi and Linda. Take lots of pics to share with all of us and do greet the Queen for all of us!

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    Congrats to all the winners and a thank you to all who contributed to the $20,000. Way to go everyone.

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    Dearest Zenyatta and Team Z,

    I, too, am honored and privileged and lucky and over the moon to be invited to visit Zenyatta at Lane’s End. It still seems like a dream. My husband, Jim, saw this and now he knows I’m not dreaming!! We are too happy about it.

    Congratulations to all the others. We all made such a grand effort to help the Thoroughbred Rehab Center in the spirit of Zenyatta.

    Hugs and blessings to all,
    Maryp

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      Dear MaryP,

      Wow! I didn’t make the connection that YOU were the Mary who won. That’s SO COOL! Enjoy your meeting with the Queen to the fullest. I know it is something you’ll remember your whole life. That’s so great!

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    Congrats to all the winners. I am happy for you but must admit there is a bit of envy mixed in there. Of course, don’t know if my old heart could take a face to face meeting with The Queen.

    Hope all of you enjoy your visit and other prizes.

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    I am so happy for everyone who came in as winners for such a great cause. And, special good wishes to all those who get to meet our Queen. Give her extra hugs and kisses from all of us!

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    Congrats to all winners. I remain hopeful I’ll get to see our Zenny in the flesh one day, Enjoy your visit and to those who won other prizes, a huge Harrah to each and everyone of you.

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    Congratulations everyone! I was a lucky winner last year (trip in January this year) and it was, and will always remain, an unforgettable experience! I will always cherish my visit with the Queen–she is everything you would expect and more! The folks at Lane’s End are awesome too!

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        Bring tissues! My eyes welled with tears when I first approached her. I still remember the first time I reach out (and up!) to stroke her. Thank goodness my husband had tissues. Z knows where the camera is I swear–as evident bymy “selfie” picture with her. My hubby took pictures which I quickly uploaded to FB and Twitter. But NOTHING beats the quality of Alys’s photos! So don’t fret the photos! Don’t bother bring peppermints–Team Z provides all. Be sure to visit the stallion barns — I believe the private tour is still a part. And the weanings. Pad enough time to visit KY Horse Park, Old Friends and other farms. I am a member of WinStar–so got a special tour there too–well worth my membership for the private tour. Enjoy!!!

        • Tissues! What an awesome tip! I had already thought waterproof mascara–haha—as I tend to tear up and do just thinking about getting to meet her—–but I hadn’t even considered packing tissues. Thanks so much! I’m already counting down the days….. –Debbi :)

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    Congratulations all the winners!

    Well, I did not win, maybe next time…..

    I love the sticker, and I love you Zenny!

    Hugs Ingrid.

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    Sad I didn’t win the visit but extremely happy for the Winners. What a wonderful blessing. Hope the contest happens again next year. I did get my sticker today and I love it. Can’t wait to see the pictures:)

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    Dear Judy.I have just received your email with the very sad news of Dubai’s passing.Our PrinZess was there to greet him and he is now free from his pain.You must be all devastated.Prayers for you and Angela and all at the farm.My God that ……..Trainer!!!Love and hugs SheenaX

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      Oh no…

      Dear Judy B.,
      I am so sorry about Dubai — poor baby. I was hoping he would have time to recover and enjoy his new home. At least he got to know true love and gentle care for a little while.
      A pox on his former connections for ruining his beautiful feet and causing his untimely demise, as well as inflicting such pain on a sweet innocent soul.
      Take care of yourself. Lots of Love and warm Hugs to you, Angela and all who cared for him. RIP Dubai

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    congrats to all the people who won the visit to miss z….and to all the high bidders of memorabilia regarding zenyatta…..please take pics and post!!! ☺ I will be adding another sticker to my truck window and also got a shirt…..am excited for their arrival!! job well done everyone for helping to raise monies for a worthwhile cause!!!

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    I, too, am one of the incredibly lucky five winners who get to meet The Queen. I am still walking on air!!!!!!! I want to thank the Mosses and Team Z for continuing to think of Zenny’s fans and for being so generous with her. I do indeed feel very blessed to have this opportunity….. and I cant’ wait to see Zenyatta!!!!!

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