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Zenyatta by Bronwen Healy

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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.

Enjoy!
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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    Dear Sheena,
    Poor Monty, one chick eating heartily on the nest,
    the other screaming on the post as Monty sits calmly
    on the other side. I give Monty such great support for
    his wonderful job as father of his family and so miss
    Glesni, godspeed safely to Africa. So look forward
    to your return in 2016.
    Happy Sunday Sheena and delight in the twin pandas.
    Love and hugs

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    Dear Shirlee, Just loved your comment about jumping over the coffee table. I hear what you are saying. If Pharoah is in the Travers I don’t know if I can watch it live. I don’t think I can. I am just worring about this grueling year catching up with him at some point. The horse I don’t think has anything else to prove. He’s magnificent. As I think we all know any time a horse or jockey gets on the race track they can not only get Life Threatening Injuries but Life Ending injuries. I have stopped even mentioning him running at work to customers etc. As they seem to be livid about it. I get .What are they trying to Do. ………
    If they do run him I’ll be giving it all I’ve got in prayer for him. I always pray for them all, but I am so worried about the grueling year he has already had.

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        Amen Peggy. I worry for them in races all the time. AF has had a very busy season and some of the ones he is facing are lightly raced or have had some time off. Upstart had a nice rest after the Derby and my boy T Red has only raced 3 or 4 times this year because of his foot problem. Will just say prayers and maybe not watch the race.

        On a lighter note. Taco has his first start tomorrow and since he can’t read, doesn’t know how many expectations are riding on his back. All he has to do is just cross the finish line safely.

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    Watched Morning Line on TVG today. They showed AF working with his owners present saying he continues to maintain his speed and stamina. Also, regarding Beholder, her finishing time in the PC was equal to AF running times and she continues to improve. Wow! Their opinion was that she would finish no less than 2nd in the BC. Yes, different running style, but fun to speculate.

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      Beholder has certainly stamped herself as a contender for the BC Classic and does now have an automatic entry in to that race. AP has never raced against older horses. We shall see. Unfortunately, many of then match-ups that the public would love to see never come to pass.

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        Dear Terry, Everytime I think about these grueling races the beautiful face of Ruffinan crosses through my mind and heart. I think the only race she lost was the one that killed her. I think sometimes the humans have to just know when enough is enough and help the horses. I’ve said enough, but in my opinion its wrong.

        • I think….Ruffian was never behind in any call of any race…until the match race that killed her…

        • Peggy,
          I always worry about the girls going against the boys. Our Queen, Zenyatta, is a big sturdy girl and there was no way she was going to be shoved around or intimidated by any of the boys. It sounds as if Beholder’s team are going to put her welfare first.

        • Shirlee it is quite interesting Beholder is quite coltish, she has a personality like Goldikova, but does not bite. There is a great article in Bloodhorse today
          that Mandella describes her personality.

        • In my opinion, Ruffian was the best filly to ever look through a bridle. Oh, what might have been.

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    Dear Peggy.I am sure American Pharoah will be fine.He is a young strong horse.Our steeplechaser Red Rum raced from 1967 until 1978.He was,as they said,bred to be of little consequence and had very hard races in the beginning of his career.It was when he moved to Ginger McCain stables and won his Grand Nationals that he became a “national treasure”.Enjoy AP while you can.Love and hugs Sheena

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      AP is an amazing horse, very strong and talented. We need to enjoy him as long as we can. He should race as a 4 year old.

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        Dear Peggy, Sheena, Tizgood, TC GP and Z Fans:

        Like Peggy, I am concerned for AP too, only because I think he’s had a grueling scheduled since the first Saturday in May. Yes, he’s been up to the challenge and he is magnificent. I just hope he’s not being pushed. I hope his connections are doing what is best for him.

        Godspeed beautiful boy; you have nothing to prove.

        I do feel that Art Sherman and CC are a perfect example of a trainer who wanted what was best for his horse and whose advice wasn’t taken. As TC said, in the case of AP, we shall see.

        Safe and Sound, first and foremost, to all. Love and Hugs, JB

        • Dear Judy,
          You are so right about CC, the owners saw $$$. And
          took the reins from the trainer.
          But remember BB the trainer is running the show,
          not Zyat and AP did not run much before TC races,
          he has not been over raced. He has lots of energy
          not like Seattle Slew after the TC and the Hollywood
          Park disaster. Again owner driven.
          Love and hugs

        • Dear Judy,

          I agree with Tizgood. Sad what happened with Seattle Slew and California Chrome. If owners would only listened to their trainers.

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        Certainly agree. Unfortunately, the real money is now in the breeding end of the business and Zayat’s debt problems preclude him from taking any chances.

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    Just a question….but i have seen American Pharoah refered to by his initials AP and by the phonetic sounds of his name…AF….is thereba reason? Not saying anything is wrong either way

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      Dear Sheena:

      Yes, the cubs are too cute. God Bless them and Mei with good health. Goodnight. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc. Frank and all the Sweeties

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      The cubs are absolutely adorable; I am surprised that they alternate feeding them with
      the mother, they are so noisy, small and hard to believe they willbe black and white panda’s. Love the Panda cams.

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        The louder they are, the better! That means the twins have healthy lungs! Believe it or not, by the end of this week, the cubs’ black markings will begin to emerge and within two weeks, they’ll look like little mini-pandas complete with saddles, eye patches, and socks. Already Mei’s twins have turned the NZ Panda House routine completely upside down. Besides continuing to care for Mei’s husband Tian Tian and daughter Bao Bao who turned two on Sunday, the staff has doubled in size in order to perform 3-hour switches on the twins, so each cub gets equal quality time with their gorgeous Mommy Mei. The baby not with Mom gets to spend time in a nice warm incubator that is probably lined with adorable baby blankies and hand fed by bottle. I would give ANYTHING to feed one of the cubs just once!

        • Goodness I did not realize her family was so large and would it not be wonderful to feed one of these darlings, I would be a little nervous, they
          are so precious.

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    Dear Mama Z, COZ, ZI and Montey:

    Goodnight. Happy Dreams. Stay cool and comfy. Love You. Hugs, JB

    Z Princess, Dubai, will always love you.

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    I am still in a state of “Wow!” Beholder was just magnificent! Watching her breeze by the two front-runners was incredible! I have to trust that Bob Baffert knows what he is doing as far as sending AP to the Travers is concerned, but we will all be holding our breaths. I hope that both AP and Beholder get a chance to win at the BC!

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    Such a great comment by Mandella in Bloodhorse- He said he was taken a back by her
    move around the turn. It was like she was leaving the starting gate. He said he thinks the boys were making sexist jokes going down the backside and she got pissed.

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    August 24 Cherokee Devotional

    Never let another person tell you what to think and what to do. Start now to think things through and get ready for what you want. You have to be prosperous in your thinking long before you see the money. Your health must have the support of your mind and words before it can keep its good condition. You have to be lovable before anyone can love you.
    We think “instant” when it takes time. Remember the flower-first the bud and then the bloom, and all the steps that go in between. What do you want? See it now in your mind, and keep on seeing it so clearly that it becomes a treasure map. Enjoy looking at it and stop questioning whether it is going to work. It is your map-give it your attention.

    We talk to Wakan tanka and are sure he hears us.
    Chased-By-Bears
    Santee-Yanktonai Sioux

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      Dear Kathy
      Lovely devotional all so very true, think for your self, and love the
      idea of developing a treasure map. What a nice way to start
      the day. Happy Monday. Wishing Glesni a safe jouney and the
      chicks as they leave one by one over the next two weeks.
      So much fun watching the panda’s grow and Mei’s mothering
      skills and gentleness.
      Love and hugs

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    Coz worked out this morning:

    This notice is to inform you that one or more of your horses has worked out.

    Cozmic One (3-Year-Old Colt)

    Date: August 24, 2015
    Track: SARATOGA
    Distance: Five Furlongs
    Time: 1.01:23 Breezing
    Track Condition: Fast
    Surface: Dirt
    Rank: 4/14

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    Dear Kathy.I like Chased-by-Bears!!You will never guess who turned up this morning at the Dyfi none other than Glesni!!!!There I was thinking she was well on her way through France by now.Someone said she’s waiting for a northerly wind but we are promised southerly winds this week.Gosh Emyr has many hats to eat!It’s as if she can’t bear to leave her summer home this year.
    I heard Zoey is crossing the rainbow bridge today.She is very sick now and they will be off line a few days.I hope they will find comfort from the fact she was much-loved during her life here on earth.
    It seems the death toll may rise in Shoreham.Pilots have died in air shows but the last time civilians perished was way back in 1952.Very sad and the pilot is in a critical condition.
    Shortie and Abby have been having a lot of fun lately even a run-in with the law.No driver’s license.Angel-Marie is zooming around now!!!There was a wonderful wildlife programme on live from Monterey last night lovely weather there!Saw a lot of humpbacks and sea otters.More shows on Thursday and Friday.Does’nt Monday come around so quickly?The ratties have been looking out for UFO’s and aliems.Remember to turtle.Love and hugs to you,Kisses for Holly,Nikko and Sugar.Sheena.Thank you for the adorable pic of the kitten!

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      Dear Sheena and Kathy,
      I think Glesni is building up strength and endurance, and eating on her own. Those
      three youngsters took a lot out of her. She needs to be very strong to make the migration, dear lord let her survive the migration to and from Africa to return to
      Wales in 2016, to raise another wonderful family with Monty.
      Love and higs

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    Dear Sheena,

    That’s great that Glesni is still around. You get to enjoy seeing her a bit longer. Very sad to read about Zoey. She is a beautiful girl and I know Mom is heartbroken. Feeling bad for the other dogs. They will be searching for Zoey for several days. Prayers being said for everyone who perished and everyone injured in the Shoreham crash. Shortie and Abby are so cute. Good for Angel Marie. She picked it up fast! Monterey is where Steve’s father lives. Very beautiful town and always lots of sea life to enjoy. Every time you turn around it’s Monday. I feel the need to turtle-turtle! The ratties are wearing themselves out over UFOs and aliens. Have a good Monday. You’re very welcome for the kitten pic. Love and hugs from me, kisses from Holly, Nikko and Sugar. Kathy XOXO

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    Beholder was magnificent! I hate to say it but I will be glad when the Breeders Cup is over. I have come to care very much for AP and worry each time he steps on the track. That’s just how I am I guess. Taco runs today so I rescheduled my bloodwork this week until tomorrow.

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      Dear Sheena:

      Thanks for this update on LE. Praying for her full recovery. Love and Hugs, JB

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    @Barbara Wood–I have already asked Ann’s opinion about NC State this upcoming football season and now I am asking yours about Baylor. National championship?

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    Oh My Goodness. Did Taco ever show his stuff. Out of the gate at a walk and just loped around the track then here he came out of the clouds to win! Did Rachel and Curlin proud.

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    Forgot to say that I hope this quiets the haters who for months have been making nasty comments about him and his team. Guess he runs pretty well on those malformed legs!

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    Dear Max.Have you heard the rumours about Aidan,David O’Meara and Coolmore?David is one of our most up and coming trainers and he has quashed rumours that he was about to join Coolmore.I noticed Aidan was rather quiet at York last week.Who knows??Sheena.

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      I have not heard that, but anything is possible. Ballydoyle results have not been the best lately. As you know, they always like to win big time. They must also be missing Ryan Moore. Is he gone for the rest of the season?

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    Wow, what a great race by Jess’s Dream and wonderful ride by Johnny. Know Jess Jackson yes has to be looking down from heaven smiling. I am heading to Ocala in the morning and sometimes I see some of the Stonestreet connections. I will definately tell them congratulations if I am close enough to tell them. Know they will be getting a lot of Congrats.
    Judy, Max, looking so forward to seeing a baby by Leroidisanimaux.

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      Always remember what Uncle Johnny said in an interview about Leroi at Woodbine right after winning the Woodbine Mile with Danny. Leroi is one of the best horses whom he has ever ridden. He said that Leroi is a freak in terms of racing talent, and the only bigger freak than him is The Danimal.

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    Dear Max.I have been reading some of the comments on RP’s facebook someone said Aidan got the hump when Ryan got the top job at Coolmore.There are rumours he may branch out on his own and train NH horses.I don’t quite understand Ryan’s injury.All his tests are clear but he may not be back until next season.I find there is always some truth to a rumour we shall see.Taco was superb today! all those naysayers!Sheena.

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      Agree with you. The lads at Ballydoyle, as O’Brien calls them, never pull any punches. They are fierce competitors. If he goes NH, young Joe can continue to ride for his dad. O’Meara sounds like a good guy. That was a freaky injury for Ryan. Sometimes these things are a lot more serious than we first expect. Hoping that he returns in good form. He was also riding for Mullins from time to time, and Sir Michael.
      The Hannons had some good results in France over the weekend.

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    Great win by Jess’s Dream! I didn’t make it home from work in time to see the race, but brought the replay up on my computer. He was out of the frame for most of the race & then came flying down the stretch. His explosive come from behind win reminded me of you, Zenyatta!

    Alas, Samantha Nicole, Rachel’s full sister did not fare as well two races later. She trailed for most of the race, but managed to get up to fourth by the end. I was able to watch this race live. Johnny V was riding her as well.

    Zenyatta, I’m hoping to get to the track to visit your boys this Thurs. morning. I will bring treats for them & the other horses. I hope to get some good pictures this year.

    If I can find out when American Pharoah will be stretching his legs on the track that morning, I will try to watch him, too. I did not get tickets for Saturday, with that kind of crowd, I would rather watch the race on tv from a comfy chair.

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    To John Shirreffs, OMG, So Happy. Just read Johnny Velazauez will be riding Smart Transition. Just love the Smart Strikes. And, just think Johnny is just such a great rider. So Happy, wish you all the best of luck.

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    HipHipHooray!!! Jess’s Dream pulled a Zenyatta move. I know Rachel is proud of her Taco. Way to go big boy.

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