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Zenyatta by Bronwen Healy

Photo © Bronwen Healy
Photo © Bronwen Healy

Happy Tuesday!

Zenyatta recently received a visit from Australian photographer Bronwen Healy. You can see more of Bronwen’s work on her website, http://www.bronwenhealy.com.au.

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Team Z

Photo © Bronwen Healy
Photo © Bronwen Healy


Photo © Bronwen Healy
Photo © Bronwen Healy


Photo © Bronwen Healy
Photo © Bronwen Healy
Photo © Bronwen Healy
Photo © Bronwen Healy


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Photographer Bronwen Healy with Zenyatta.

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633 Comments

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    Dear Sheena,

    If the girls have actually left I pray for a safe journey for them. Man, that Blue 24 is something else! Is J.J. the dog on Joey’s page? Very touching! Glad to hear Hovis is enjoying himself! The ratties captured a UFO on tape! lol Best wishes for Victor Espinoza on Dancing With the Stars! Safe travels for American Pharoah flying from San Diego to New York. Today is National Dog Day. Love and hugs from me, kisses from Holly, Nikko and Sugar. Kathy XOXO

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    They will get this man, because he was captured on the camera and they know who he is. I agree, far too many guns, and too easy to get them.

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    Judy B, am so happy to hear that Bentley is recovering. You deserve good news!

    Fellow Z’sters,

    Am looking forward to the Travers and AP’s next run. I’m so glad he continues to race this year — but not too much so that he stays sound and happy.

    Most of all, I’m eagerly watching for news of Coz and Ziconic…it’s exciting to think of them on the track.

    Don’t know what I would do without this site for news of Queen Z and her family.. and for all the news and info from those who post here.

    Best to all,
    Annie B in MA,

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      My Dear Anne:

      Thank you for your sweet words. Praying that B keeps improving. He’s up bearing weight on the leg, so that’s major. Love and Hugs, JB

        • My Dear Ann and Z Fans:

          Just got back form the farm. Bentley is doing much better; stall rest for the next six weeks (he’s not happy). Love and Hugs, JB

        • Glad to hear that Bentley is doing so much better Judy. I went back and saw the picture. I had never heard of a buckskin before I saw him at Angela’s. I’ll have to look and see if I took any pictures of him, but I think I was focused on waiting for PC to appear!

        • Dear Sandy:

          I think you may have taken a photo of Bentley. Can’t remember for sure. The day went by so quickly. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Dear Sheena,
    Celyn is on the nest with a fish. It sure is windy today on the Dyfi. Hopefully, Glesni is waiting for better weather and is safely held up somewhere. Brenig is a brave soul and sticking to his guns. Take good care, Mary Margaret

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    Dear Mary Margaret.Now I got to see Celyn has returned.It must be Blue bombarding the nest.I should imagine Glesni and Merin have gone now but who knows???There are many hats getting eaten on the Dyfi this year.Love and hugs Sheena.

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      Dear Sheena,
      They sure keep us guessing. Looks like Celyn isn’t taking any lip(beak) from Blue24 either. I love the picture of Glesni at Borth on FB. Take good card,Mary Margaret

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    ♥ Ziconic (2-Year-Old Colt)
    Date: August 26, 2015
    Track: SARATOGA
    Distance: Four Furlongs
    Time: 49:92 Breezing
    Track Condition: Fast
    Surface: Dirt
    Rank: 27/33

    HugZ Auntie Judy ♥

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      Thanks Judy for the heads up on Wise Dan. I love that red horse:) Take good care, Mary Margaret

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        Dear Mary Margaret and Tizgood:

        Me too. Will be wonderful to see Dan back racing. He’s such a special boy. Love and Hugs, JB

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      JudyB. Thanks for this. One more breeze and off to Woodbine. The ladies who looked after Dan on his last trip to Toronto will be getting ready to welcome him back. Dan really liked his female exercise rider.

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        Dear Max:

        You’re so welcome. Smart boy; The Most Interesting Horse In The World.

        Love and Hugs, JB

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        Max,
        Great things are still ahead for the fire breathing dragon called Danny. Safe travel to him and a safe trip in the race. Wish he would do a diary as Zenny did several years ago. It would be fun to hear what goes on in the mind of the Most Interesting Horse In The World. Good luck Danny.

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      Thank you, Judy B, for the update on Wise Dan. He is such a GREAT horse.

      I am so glad that his people always put him first & take such great care of him. I’m really looking forward to his comeback race at Woodbine.

      Go, Danny!

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    Dear Sheena:

    Goodnight. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc, Frank and all the Sweeties

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    Dear Z, COZ, ZI and Montey:

    Goodnight. Stay comfy and cool. Love all of you so much. Hugs, JB

    Z Princess, Dubai, will always love you.

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    Dear Judy.So happy to hear Bentley is continuing to improve.Tell him the rest will do him good!!!It’s all go on the Dyfi with birds coming and going!Blue will stay until the bitter end no doubt.Goodnight God bless you LM PC HT Cap Hercules Frank Bentley and all the sweeties.Love and hugs SheenaX

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    Wonderful pictures of Queen Z….she looks healthy and happy and in foal.
    Thank you so very much for sharing the pictures of our favorite mare! It is so nice to be updated with the pictures of her handsome sons too!

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      I’m hoping that The Beast has a good race. I’m sure that Dutrow’s pony does too. Would like to see them both in the Winner’s Circle. Kick em, Beast!

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        Max,
        Pulling for the Beastie. Godspeed and good luck to him. Hope JV can keep his seat!

        What a weekend of racing is coming up! I just got over my nervous stomach over Taco’s first start and now here comes the Travers and all the other races. Gotta go to Walmart for more Tums! Perhaps some vodka too.

        • Dear Shirlee:

          Like that combo. Too funny. I’ll be needing both as well! Love and Hugs, JB

        • Dear Shirlee, Too Cute. You mentioned Vodka. I love Ruby Tuesdays Ruby Relaxer. It is fantastic. It has Vodka in it. I might need one for Saturday.

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      It’s really a great story about Texas Red and his connections. I wish both he and AP could win! Frosted is nice too (sigh).

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      Judy,
      Did you notice Steve called him a handsome devil??? He sure is. I am unashamed of my horsey crush on him and the Red Prince. They are both such beautiful animals and out of such a wonderful dam and sire. AND Texas Red has Alydar in his dam line.

      I think AF will win if he is on his game. If not, watch out for Alex’s boy. No matter who wins (don’t count out Keen Ice) I will just be happy if all come home safely.

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        Dear Shirlee:

        I did take note that SH called TR a “handsome devil …with gorgeous white markings”, and he certainly is. Funny, I chose Keen Ice in the Fantasy Capping Contest. Think he might be in the mix. Love and Hugs, JB

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    August 27 Cherokee Devotional

    Guilt imagines that every eye sees and every mind judges. But guilt can be false-a thing of the conscience that becomes so real it rules our common sense.
    We are aware that all guilt is not false-but for most people the fear of someone thinking we are guilty is reason enough. What we do not realize is that it is our own thinking, our own emotion and fear that keep us weaving and dodging.
    A person trying to lose a few pounds feels guilty if someone sees him eating. A prudent spender feels the weight of spending a dollar-and so goes the guilt which is not guilt at all but fear. From one fear comes a thousand things to get rid of-and false guilt should be the first.

    Will you sit idly by, supinely awaiting complete and abject submission, or will you die fighting?
    Pushmataha
    Shawnee

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    Dear Kathy.Wonderful devotional.It’s cool and showery today very windy on the Dyfi Blue was bombarding Celyn this morning again!Monty is on the perch preening.2 of the chicks have left Lowes Fr3 passed through Wales late last week is in France now.Zoe is so sad after the sudden passing of her friend Danno(I can guess where the name originated)He was only 7 but at least never suffered.JJ is getting so many new friends I think they are doing calenders!Did you see Mango’s message with mum Judy yesterday.Certainly gave me leaky eyes.Bless her she certainly tugs at the heartstrings.The camels should be safe on the roads in arizoma but they need dibers licenses!!We are seeing a lot of Joey leading up to the anniversary great video of him with Larry and always loved him with Tom they really were a twosome.Hope you have a wonderful day.Love and hugs to you,Kisses for Holly,Nikko and Sugar.SheenaXOXO.Max and Mia are back!

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      Dear Sheena,

      Sounds like the ospreys will be facing lots of weather challenges. Blue is such a stinker! Poor Celyn. Felt so bad for Diane and little Zoe over the loss of Danno. Breaks your heart. Will look for the message from Judy and Mango. Mango is so innocent and sweet. The ratties continue to entertain. I’m really enjoying all the videos of Joey and especially the ones with Tom. They were great together. Was so glad to see Max and Mia back. I wish you a wonderful day, too. Not much of the day left for you. That 8 hour difference is hard to wrap your mind around! Love and hugs from me, kisses from Holly, Nikko and Sugar. Kathy XOXO

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      Dear Kathy:

      You’re so welcome. Bentley is doing so much better. He’s on stall rest for at least six weeks and his hoof should grow back. The prognosis is very good. Thanks for your sweet concern. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Dear Sheena, Shirlee and Z Fans:

      Love this boy. He really always tried. I’m glad for him and I wish him a happy and healthy retirement. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Glad they made the decision to retire Palace Malice. He tried hard but just was not the same as before his injury. He will have a good time at Three Chimney and since they ride their stallions every day, he won’t have a chance to get fat and lazy. Another good one retired healthy.

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        Dear Shirlee:

        Yes, I like the fact that Three Chimneys is one of the farms that exercises their stallions. Happy Retirement PM. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Dear Sheena:

    PM has earned his rest. Goodnight. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc, Frank and all the Sweeties

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    Dear Beautiful Mama Z, COZ, ZI and Montey:

    Goodnight. Happy Dreams. Love Ya. Hugs, JB

    Z Princess, Dubai, will always love you.

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      Dear Abigail:

      Thank you. Love reading about MOW and other great Champions from the past. Nice videos of AP too. Well done, as usual. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Good night and sweet dreams dear Zenyatta. Your loving spirit has brought so many of us here together to share thoughts and feelings. No matter how much we love and talk about other horses (your boys included) you will always be first in our hearts. We still mourn for your little lost girl, Z Princess. She will Not be forgotten.

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    Gosh reading the gallop of AP today, he sounds a lot like Frankel with his fluidity of stride on all dirt surfaces. He really gets over all of the tracks in the same way which is very special and that is something that Frankel had. Not sure he raced on soft ground but most likely it was by Sir Henry’s choice, but he had such great consistent leg action. He is a very talented horse has good energy and I hope he gets a challenge so he can show
    us more of his talent.

    Good luck to all the Travers candidates

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      Dear AJ:

      Thanks. Quite a shot. He must be feeling as good as he looks. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Wow! He looks wonderful. I am really torn about the Travers as I am a big fan of Pharoah and think he is a champion. But, my heart belongs to Red. Wish it would be a dead heat. Good luck to all in the race. Will not be unhappy with a AP win and TR second. I was just hoping this meeting would not occur until the BC Classic.

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    Dear Judy, Max, Shirlee, Everyone,

    Had such a wonderful time in Florida at the Yearling Sale. Everytime I go seems like the horses are getting more beautiful. You could just love your mind. Across the board older sires freshman sires have such beautiful youngsters coming up. I only got to go for the one day this week as I needed to go to some Dr. Appts with my mom. But the one day was wonderful.
    I saw a Leroidisanimaux Filly, but the Colt by him that I wanted to see I didn’t get to see and really didn’t understand. If any of you Sales Savy people know please tell me.
    All the other times I had been to the sales the horses were mostly all there. I knew he wasn’t to sell till end of the week. But before end of the week horses were there.
    I was told he was in the Holding Barn. They told me he might be over later in the day. I checked back at 3 and he was still not there. Most of the people I talked to spoke only broken english. Don’t think they understood me nor me them altogether.
    Long story short, I went back again later he still wasn’t there. Still in the holding barn. I tried to find out if he would be there that night and they were not sure. They told me where the holding barn was, but They couldn’t say for sure if I could see him there. Anyway they told me it was to far to walk as I though that was kind of cute. No I wasn’t walking. They told me it was across the road. So I didn’t get to see him. But, I will check tomorrow and see if he sold and if he stays in Florida maybe I will get to see him another day. Another horse I wanted to see was a colt by Point Given. More bad news. He was scratched from the sale, but she did tell me he would probably show up next year in the Two Year Old Sale. And, she told me he was Black. I thought Oh My Gosh. Love the Black horses too. Hope to see him next year as I love Point Given.

    And a little excitement there was a loose horse, but I sure have to give them a shoutout the guys got him pretty fast. They did great. One guy blocked one of the exits with himself. I thought Oh wow. That colt was rearing and really acting up. He I am thinking was just a scared baby. You just never know what these babies will do.
    It was l05 degree heat index. It was so hot yesterday. But every horse in the barns had a fan on them. Well taken care of.
    On Little Leroi just didn’t understand why he was not over for people to see him. It was not as if all the stalls were full. Lot were empty. But then I am a work in progress on the sales. So lots I don’t know how they handle things. But, I had a wonderful time.

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      Dear Peggy:

      Glad you enjoyed your day in Ocala. Too bad you didn’t get to see the Leroi/Big Gem colt. I’m not very familiar with how the sales work, but do you think he may have been pulled like the Point Given colt. Please let us know what you find out on him. Wow, the PT colt is a Black; that’s rare. Would love to see a photo.

      Wow, those stable people really are courageous and brave. Frightened, loose horse coming at you is scary. Glad they got him under control quickly. 105 degrees; would have done me in. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Max, Just wanted to wish you Good Luck for the Big Beast on Saturday. I am pulling for him too big time. But two jockeys that I am getting really worried about. They are riding just red hot and that is the Ortiz Brothers. Both of Them……Just riding red hot, and I think they both have mounts in the race Beasty is in Saturday. But, I am pulling Big Time for the Beast and All.

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