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Z’s Baby Shower at Santa Anita


SANTA ANITA TO HOST ZENYATTA BABY SHOWER;
‘IT’S A BOY’ POSTER FREE TO ALL THIS SATURDAY,
‘TEAM ZENYATTA’ AVAILABLE FOR AUTOGRAPH SESSION

Santa Anita Park will proudly host an equine baby shower in honor of the great Zenyatta’s newly arrived foal this Saturday, March 17. All on-track attendees will receive one “It’s a Boy” poster, free with their paid admission and will have an opportunity to meet “Team Zenyatta” in an autograph session prior to the races.

“The entire racing world is buzzing about Zenyatta’s new colt, who was born in Kentucky last Thursday night (March 8),” said Chris Quinn, Santa Anita’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “Zenyatta is easily the most popular horse of the past 25 to 30 years and people are clamoring to see and learn more about her new baby.

“We want to thank Jerry and Ann Moss and the entire Zenyatta team for helping us to make this happen and we look forward to following the progress of Zenyatta’s first foal in the weeks and months ahead. I think all of us here at Santa Anita are hopeful that someday, we’ll get to see this precious horse race here in Southern California.”

“The Queen’s Dance,” a life-size painting of Zenyatta on post parade, will also be on display at Santa Anita on Saturday. This magnificent work of art, first unveiled during Breeders’ Cup week this past November at Churchill Downs, was created by Jaime Corum (whose posters and original artwork will be available at the gift shop this weekend).

Corum, along with members of the Zenyatta team, will be on hand Saturday and will participate in the Zenyatta autograph session which will take place from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Santa Anita’s East Paddock Gardens area.

Several charities, including CANTER of California Old Friends, Race for Education and EAGALA, which have been involved with Zenyatta throughout her legendary racing and now maternal career, will be represented at Saturday’s event.

First post time on Saturday is 12:30 p.m., with the Grade I Santa Margarita Stakes (won by Zenyatta in 2010) and the Irish Obrien Stakes headlining a festive St. Patrick’s Day card.

Be sure to check back soon for the new “It’s a Boy” photo gallery posted in the “photos” section of zenyatta.com

-Team Z

Reader Interactions

869 Comments

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    All who left comments for me regarding Moma’s video, I replied under your comments, where Abigail(Latest New from Lane’s End) and Judy posted it.

    Sharon,
    Cynthia emailed me to make sure I got to read what you wrote.
    I hope you see my reply.

    In time I will respond to each and every beautiful person here who left so many wonderful words for her and such thoughtful words of comfort for me the days after she passed. I will let you know when I finish. I want to thank you all again for all the outpouring of love and support.

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      Ashton….finally thru the hubby off the desktop..and got the video to play….it is beyond lovely…your mom had a very special talent with this and so much else…

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      Ashton – I wasn’t sure where to post so that you would see it given all of the changes in the diary/website. The video was a wonderful tribute to both Zenyatta and your mother. The music was just stunning along with the terrific images. You did a great job, and I know it will be viewed over and over and over. Hugs to you.
      Sandy

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      Dear Ashton (Kari B’s Daughter):

      Want to thank you again for the beautiful video. It touched my heart. Hugs to you and your family, JB

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      Dearest Ashton,
      The video is exquisite, as is everything Kari touched–including you. Thank you for including the scenes of Z, TT, and Kari her dear self at the end–the legend of Zenyatta AND KARI indeed continues…
      Your dear mom is missed so much by all of us–the tears don’t stop, but love lives forever.
      Special blessings to you today, in honor of your own Irish heritage.

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        Dear Trina, your beautiful words really, really touched my heart. Your poems are wonderful.
        Thank you very much. Blessings to you.

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    I can’t wait til we see some more videos of baby Z. I love to see the videos of the moms and foals frollicking in the paddock together. Priceless!!!

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    Just sent a donation to Marlene Dodge for the Nevada 7 rescue – she is certainly a champion for the horses and like the Equi-Army-NDO blog says she has become a folk hero. She is truly MY HERO. As of this morning – she still needs some help – please everyone – thru the magic and strength of Zenny Nation . . . lets help Marlene help these dear horses. March 19th is coming fast.

    Zenny and Zenbabe you two are beyond belief beautiful! Happy Saturday and let us know about Tasty.

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    Dear Z Team:

    Thinking of TT. Please let us know when she has foaled. Thanks, Hugs, JB

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      Doreen, I hate to wish time of my life away but I cant wait for the 2015 racing campaign. Can you just imagine how exciting it is going to be with all these foals we are all watching?

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      Dear Doreen, Darlene and Z Fans:

      Always like to keep track of Street Cry’s babies. Darlene, can’t wait to see Z’s colt as a two and three year old. He should be a knockout. Don’t know if you’ve seen this photo of one of Street Cry’s two year old’s this year. Unfortunately, he was purchases at Barrett’s auction 3/5/12 by Japanese connections, so it will be hard to keep track of him. Who does he remind you of? Also, this photo gives us some idea of what the little guy could like. Hugs, JB

      http://twitpic.com/8rjym4

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        Dear Judy B you see why I worry so much, the Japanese they are buying so many of ours horses that’s scary, he looks so much like our adorable Zenyatta, thank you for the link, hugs Ingrid.

        • Dear Ingrid:

          I feel exactly the same as you do. I wish all the babies could stay in the States too, but the Japanese are really into racing now and they’re spending lots of money at the Sales. I think after what happened to Ferdinand, there are clauses in most of the sales agreements that if for any reason the horse is no longer wanted, he/she will be returned to the breeder. Something like that.
          I always worry when Bernardini is sent to Austraila or wherever for breeding, but that is a part of the industry. Love and Hugs, JB

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        Thank you Judy. And yes I had seen that photo and if I didnt know any better I would have sworn it was Zenyatta as a filly.

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    @All Good Morning l. I just checked the Lanes End Foal list and still no Tasty baby yet. @Team Lanes End and @ Team Zenyatta, thank you so much for letting us continue our community here. I so love all these people and of course every snippet of news about Zenyatta and 12Zenyatta.
    @all Dumplings going to the baby shower today at Santa Anita, have a wonderful and safe time. I will be thinking of all you and wish I could be there. Go Mikey Go!!!
    @Sierra, Love, Love, Love your story. I’m hooked and cant wait for more. I want to read this to my grandchildren when they get a little older.
    @Ashton, Thank you a million times over for the wonderful, beautiful video from your Moma and you. It was spectacular. I will never forget her.
    Good luck to my beloved Ky Wildcats today. And last but not least, have a wonderful, blessed day my angels Zenyatta, 12 Zenyatta and Tasty.
    Love to all. Darlene Daniels

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      That is great to hear Thank You so much! Well I can guarantee you will be getting more today as I am sick in bed so I will be writing like a mad person. I hope that when the are older your grandchildren will love the story too.

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    @ASTON–I replied on YouTube, but I can’t remember if I replied here. Your Moma’s video was the best ever. I added it to my “favorites so I can watch over and over”. Our Kari will never be forgotten!
    @LINDA FROM CHICAGO–thank you SO much! Marlene knows a lot of support comes from Dumplings.
    @DARLENE DANIELS–thanks for the update concerning Tasty. Pace, pace, pace.
    And good morning, “Zee and Wee”. Sending a heart full of love your way. And to the staff at LE–thank you again!

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      Barbara, I guess the University of Colorado and Baylor are playing against each other today. I don’t have real strong feelings for CU, so won’t be crushed if Baylor wins. Good luck to your team.

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        Thank you, Marty R. I get really queasy about all the hype our girls are getting. SO different for “lowly Baylor”. I don’t think Kim lets them read all the media pressure. They are on a mission for sure, but then so was Duke and Missouri….We shall see. Thanks so much!

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      You would have felt right at home – we had quite a down pour!!

      Only for The Queen did we drive through the storm! It was very cold, too!

      Auntie Judy (thawing out fingers and toes tonight!)

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    @All An observation I’ve made is Lane’s End does not update the foal list over the weekend. They get it caught up on Monday mornings.

    Cigar alert: I saw him along the front fence about an hour and a half ago, but he’s moved on since then. Grass must be greener somewhere else in his paddock. No blanket this morning.

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        Dear Max:

        TT’s eight days past her due date today? Hope it’s this weekend. She must be so tired. Hugs, JB

        • Judy. Z is so considerate that she probably knew that Dottie needed a little rest so that she could focus on March Madness. And the Mosses flew in for the event. Z did not disappoint. She never fails.

          I guess that Tasty’s foal is on his or her own timetable. Pacing for Tasty to deliver.

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    I Wish I could be there. Everyone that is going have a great time. Thank you for sharing the photos with us. Everyone have a safe and dry weekend. :)

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    Hello everyone, Thank you Zenyatta Team for keeping this going. Glad you’re keeping the other posts available. I haven’t had time to keep up with a lot ot it. Enjoy so much the input of everyone and all the references.
    @Sierra, Wonderful first poem about Zenyatta and 12Zenyatta relationship! Thank you for your links to it. I would have hated to have missed it.
    @ judy berube from Rhode Island, Thank you for the link to Kari and her daughter’s video. I would have hated to have missed it. It’s so wonderful.
    God bless you all. LOL, Arlene in Vermont

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      Dear Arlene:

      You’re so welcome. Abigail posted the video link originally. But, I know with so many posts, sometimes I miss things. So I posted it again just in case. I had puffy eyes for quite a while from crying. So beautifully done. Love and Hugs, JB

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    Rain at Santa Anita. The clouds are crying for Dottie. Miss
    her so much and sad and confused by her sudden departure. Hope she’s
    OK.

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    Dear Max:

    I was just thinking if the reverse had happened. Can you imagine if TT had foaled on the 8th and we were still waiting on Z to foal. Would have been pandemonium. I do hope TT foals soon. Hugs, JB

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      Aauugh! You got that, Judy! We would be going berserkers, and bonkers, and whatever else — bald from pulling our hair, and lame from wearing out shoes, nerves, and carpets. The fever pitch reached ‘too much’, and Zenyatta (wiser than she knows) & 12-Z, with “mom & dad” at hand, relieved our distress and worry, before we could totally choke. With Tasty, not being so emotionally invested, I merely am concerned about her, but know maiden mares, especially, can just normally take more time — and there may be NO problem, at all.

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        Vicki B. I hope that you are right. It is not that long, but it just seems long. It would be great to see this little foal appear. It looks like this delay will mean the introduction of new pals for Z. She and Tasty seemed so close.

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        Dear Vicki B.:

        I thinking positive thoughts and being a Maiden Mare, what you say is so true. Hugs, JB

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      Judy. You said it. I was giving everyone whom I know hourly updates before Z foaled. Now I am doing the same for Tasty. All emails mention that there is no foal yet. Fortunately, my friends love horses too.

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      LoL, Barbara, about “chemistry”, which I also took! Typos are not so bad, you know. I didn’t even notice you had misspelled her name above (altho, true, she might!). Typos are so common, I just read right over them. And you get your messages across just fine, which is what matters. FYI, I took “typing” in summer school, no other way to fit it in.

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    Well I am sick in bed today. I had been fighting a cold all week and it hit me last night. So I will be writing a lot today I hope that I will be able to get at least a couple stories out today. I hope that all of the dumplings are having fun at Santa Anita today! Okay time to get back to writing. Glad to hear everyone is enjoying the stories.

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    L.A. Times today: This is a nice article. “Horses hold a special place”: http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/tv/la-et-0317-critics-notebook-horses-20120317,0,4386182.story

    And comparing ‘Luck’ to ‘War Horse’. The 3rd horse death may have been accidental, and not due to negligence, but ‘War Horse’, with over 100 horses used, “completed production without an animal injury.” Spielberg said the AHA representative had “full power to pull the plug if she ever felt any of the horses were not up to the challenges or if she thought they would be injured in any way.” ‘Luck’ raises stakes on animals’ use: http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/tv/la-et-0317-horse-safety-20120317,0,6277624,full.story

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      Dear Vicki B.:

      Thanks for the links. Maybe they should have digitally created the racing scenes. Hugs, JB

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      Thanks for the articles. Horses made significant contributions to the development of this country. I know it’s disturbing that 3 horses died during the production of Luck. But I find it more upsetting that hundreds of horses will be killed once we re-open slaughter houses here in U.S. I wonder how many people were aware that on November 2011, the ban on the slaughter of horses for meat was lifted.

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        Dear M Kern:

        You are so right. There should be as much, if not more, outrage over the number of horses transported to slaughter in Canada and Mexico and now they want to reopen slaughter houses here in the U.S. So sad. Hugs, JB

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    Okay for all to read here is the next part of my story. I think this is where I left off last but I am not sure..

    “Yay!” Prince bounced up and down looking up at Z “What is the first step Dottie? What do we do first?”
    “Well 12-Z we start by reading comments. Then we write the next diary.”
    Z , Prince, and Dottie started to read comments laughing as they read all of the Aunties crazy antics. Then as the wrote the next diary page making sure to highlight all about how cute Prince was right at that moment.
    Once they were done Zenny spotted Matt walking towards them so she nickered a hello and started to the gate. But before she got there she heard for the first time a tiny little shrill nicker she turned around to see Prince with his head held high in the air let out another nicker. Quickly he ran over to his mom.
    “Mommy I just nickered! Did you hear me? It was so much fun!” Quickly he let out another nicker and started to run around the paddock. Z following behind as Prince trumpeted his joy to the world. Zenny gently cantered behind with pride. Once Prince was all tuckered out he collapsed to the ground with one mighty heap.
    “Momma I’m tired I just want to sleep in the sun.” Prince said yawing at the same time.
    “I know dear but it is time to go in and get fed. Don’t you want to go into the nice comfy stall in the foaling barn? Prince darling?” By that time prince was fast asleep so Z just started to graze beside him watching over him.
    Back at the fence Dottie and Matt were talking.
    “Aren’t those two so funny?” Matt said with a chuckle in his voice
    “12-Z definitely is just like his momma when it comes to naps just look at him out in the sun.”
    “Well I hate to wake him up but we do need to get these two inside because I have another mare and foal who are supposed to go out in this paddock. If you want to help bring them in Dottie you can.”
    “I would love to do that. What do I have to do?”
    “Well 12-Z will follow Zenny so you just need to hold onto his lead rope and keep him stable as he is walking. No need to lead him as he will follow Zenny.”
    “Okay, I can do that. Let’s go get them.”
    I think I will soon be able to set up something where I will have all of the stories in one place. But if anybody would like to post them on your blog or something it is fine just make sure to credit me and let me know that you posted it.

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        Thanks JB! I am hoping to write more later but first I need some more inspiration.. Off to read some old diary posts.. and to stare at pictures of Z and Prince.

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      Well done, Sierra–amazing that you can write at all let alone so well when you don’t feel good! High hoof!

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        Thank You. I usually do some of my best writing when I am sick for some reason. It is weird because I can’t do anything else when I am sick except read.

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    I have a QUESTION that I bet some of the CA Dumplings could answer. I’ve been re-watching some of my favorite Zenyatta videos, and there is a person right at the fence waving a “Zenyatta Girl Power” sign. She has on a dark outfit and has short red hair. Is that one of us? She has such a winning smile and clearly loves Z. If she’s not one of us, I hope someone tells her we meet here! Thanks!

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      Dear horselover:

      You’ve got me laughing out loud. I have a vision of Dustin Hoffman in a Red Wig. Ha, ha. Hugs, JB

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      No, she is NOT Dustin in a wig! I don’t know who she is, but she is a wonderfully exuberant fan, I think I might recognize her, if I ever see her, for real. Waving that sign, she is in many Zenyatta videos.

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      Dear Judy,

      Happy St. Patricks Day to you as well.

      I was thinking, maybe if Tasty took a good roll in the mud like Zenny did….. Well, maybe it would get some action going. I agree with your earlier comment that she’s got to be tired.

      I think this new format is working pretty well, but maybe some people are hesitant or resisting it. I do think if there aren’t pretty regular updates, a long comment section could bog things down again. I guess it will be learn as we go.

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        Dear Marty:

        Yes, I guess we’ll see how things go. Must say TT looks pretty wonderful in the new photo. I think a roll in the mud would be a good idea. Hugs, JB

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        You’re right, Marty & Judy. About Tasty’s mud-bath advice, a la Zenyatta.

        And also about the overflow of comments that could easily develop. Considering that Diary-weekends were 3 days long, it seems like every 4-5 days might be good, but a new page once a week, with just a photo at the top, might work too, and not grow too long. After all, the one Diary that got “too big”, was the final one, with everyone grieving.

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      Dear Vicki B.:

      Thanks so much for the link. I had not seen the article or the photos before. Hugs, JB

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      Thanks I had not seen this before! Z is like oh that’s the spot keep scratching please…

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      Vicki B. Great article with good photos of the Queen. She is so beautiful that it is almost unbelievable.

      Tasty is looking mighty fine as well in those shots. Love those grays like her, Zazu and Awesome Maria. They have not only unusual colors but it is also so much easier to pick them out and watch them in a race.

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      Thanks for posting this link – I had not seen these pics either and I thought I had followed up on all links – never get enough of looking at her and now little z!

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    Dear Vicki B.:

    Thanks for the link on Lotta Kim. I did not know she had a premature foal in 2008. Very low survival rate in horses. Hugs, JB

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      Thanks Barbara hopefully I will be better by Monday I have so much stuff that I just cannot miss at school. But if I do miss school I am sure I will be writing a lot of stories.

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    @ Vicki B. near Hollywood Park, Thanks for the link to “Zenyatta Tidbits and Pics”. I hadn’t seen the photos before either. Arlene in Vermont

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      Vicki B. Thanks for the heads up. That is a very nice photo of Tasty. Love her long and luxurious tail. She was a real star when she raced at Woodbine in Toronto. And she is a friend to the Queen.

      @Lane’s End. Thank you for the update on Tasty. We aunts and uncles will anxiously await the arrival, which I hope will be soon, smooth and uneventful. Still pacing for Tasty. Good luck, girl.

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      Thanks much Vicki. I kept the Team Z Twitter page open in a tab while we were waiting for the big event (and kept refreshing it) but didn’t sign up to “follow” them so I really appreciate getting the info. Hope you will keep us informed.
      Sandy

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        Yeah, Sandy, whenever I’m online, I check it and do, I enjoy it. But not at work, of course, except on breaks. So I often am late to see “the latest news”. Luckily others are online here in the daytime during the week, keeping this site very much alive.

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    Just got home from S.A. and I got nine posters only two of them are signed. How fun it was to stand in line waiting to get your posters signed, everyone around you were talking about Zenyatta. It was AWESOME!!! When it was my turn to have my two posters signed, I did not get a chance to Thank Dottie for the wonderful job she has done day in and day out on the web site, she was speaking with someone else that was standing behind her, I don’t even know if she signed my posters. But I did THANK John and Mike.

    Thank You Lane’s End for the pics and updates.

    PS…I was not the only one that cried their eyes out when I found out the web site would be on longer. Every person that I spoke with had the same reaction. Also just walking around S.A. so many people I heard talking about every third person that I passed Zenyatta’s name was in that conversation. SO A BIG THANK YOU TO LANE’S END FOR KEEPING US POSTED ON THE GIRL AND KEEP THE PIC’S COMING!!!

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      Ro, thanks for your account of the day! And about how so many people there were feeling similarly about this site. It sounds like John, Dottie, and Mike might have been the only ones from Team Z there — not Ann & Jerry?

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        Ann and Jerry did not make it today for the signing :-( The weather was horrific!!
        Judy G

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      Dear Ro:

      Thanks for the update on your day at Z’s Shower and no, you were not alone in feeling sad about no more Diary. But It’s great we have this web page to keep in touch with each other. Hugs, JB

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      Dear Doreen:

      Thanks for the link to the Secretariat’s Bay Shore win. Brings back great memories. Hugs,JB

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