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Zenyatta Celebration: Final Weekend!

Celebration Auction: An Afternoon with Zenyatta
Celebration Auction: An Afternoon with Zenyatta

It’s the final weekend of the Zenyatta Celebration!

Bonus: Take $5 off all t-shirts at the Zenyatta Shop through Sunday, November 13 with promo code CELEBRATE.

Visit the Zenyatta Celebration website.

Bidding in our three Celebration auctions ends mid-day on Sunday.

An Afternoon with Zenyatta
Team Zenyatta and Lane’s End Farm are pleased to offer an exclusive opportunity for you and your friends to hold court with The Queen! This auction is for an afternoon with Zenyatta at Lane’s End Farm in Versailles, Kentucky. The auction winner and up to four guests will receive a private tour of Zenyatta’s Kentucky home. A member of Zenyatta’s web team will be on hand to answer questions and photograph your visit. Travel & lodging is not included.

This auction ends November 13, 2016 at 3:00 pm Pacific Time.

Celebration Auction: Zenyatta's Halter
Celebration Auction: Zenyatta’s Halter

Zenyatta’s Halter
Own the leather halter worn by Zenyatta in 2016 at Lane’s End Farm! The highest bidder will receive Zenyatta’s halter along with a letter of authenticity from Team Zenyatta.

This auction ends November 13, 2016 at 1:00 pm Pacific Time.

Celebration Auction: Zenyatta Photograph by Neil Latham
Celebration Auction: Zenyatta Photograph by Neil Latham
Zenyatta Photograph by Neil Latham
Zenyatta – American Thoroughbred #30

“American Thoroughbred,” a fine art photography collection shot by Neil Latham that showcases Zenyatta’s portrait, has been earning accolades in top sports, horse racing, photography and news media. Not only is Zenyatta’s portrait often featured, but her iconic prowess and presence are brought up again and again.

Up for auction is this 30″ x 40″ portrait of Zenyatta, photographed by the artist Neil Latham in Versailles Kentucky at Lane’s End Farm.

Name: Zenyatta – American Thoroughbred #30
Artist: Neil Latham
Master Printer: Neil Latham
Edition: 1 of 7
Size: 30″x40″
Type: Silver gelatin, selenium toned print
Date: Photographed 2014 | Printed 2016
Category: Vintage
Collection: American Thoroughbred
Notes: Signed by the artist, unframed

Read more about the American Thoroughbred collection at http://neillatham.com and http://www.stevenkasher.com.

This auction ends November 13, 2016 at 2:00 pm Pacific Time.

All proceeds benefit Thoroughbred Rehab Center, Inc. Thanks so much to everyone who has contributed so far!

Team Z

Reader Interactions

268 Comments

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    Dear Mama Z, COZ, ZI and DC:

    Goodnight. Happy Dreams. Love You. Hugs, JB

    Z Princess, Dubai, Baby Z, will always love you.

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      Dear Sheena,

      Two beautiful buddies. Very sad, but I hope Triolo can come through and move on. He is a gorgeous chestnut. I am glad he had a work day to help him focus on normal routine.

      Hugs and Love

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      Dear Sheena:

      Thank you for sharing this beautiful story of Simon and Triolo. They do become very attached to their friends, as we do. Hope Triolo can adjust to being without his Simon and maybe down the road he’ll find a new buddy. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Thanks for sharing this story, Sheena.
      Hopefully, Simon will watch over his good friend from his heavenly field. Triolo, you are gorgeous. Here’s to better days for you and your keepers.
      Zenny, those bays could learn a thing or two from you. Seems you had a very special gray friend!

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    Dear Judy.Expecting colder weather this week.Great to see Freddy out of ICU.It will be a long journey for him now.The IJF are marvellous though.Goodnight God bless you LM PC HT Cap Hercules Frank Bentley and all the sweeties.Love and hugs SheenaX

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    I am so sorry Zenyatta this year I could not bid to see you. You are still my must see as I love you forever.
    love with kisses and to your sons,
    Z Princess and my dear Sir
    Auntie Sally B

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    November 17 Cherokee Devotional

    Somewhere deep within us is a likeness to others that defies the most drastic difference we believe exists. If it were not so, we would know no compassion, feel no love, and have no understanding. It is true that we are very different. Perhaps you can’t stand what and who I am, but on the other hand, I might not like you very much either. But that would be totally different if we were ever to get to know each other. Sometimes people aren’t what we think they are-and we aren’t what they think we are-because time has taught us to protect our vulnerability. But there is a spark of spirit that penetrates that protection, and it helps us say to the most unlikely person, “You poor unholy thing. I like you anyway.” When we do, do we know that we are talking to ourselves?

    We at once gave you our hearts. You now have them.
    -Satank, Kiowa

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    Dear Kathy.Such wise words again.It has certainly been stormy in parts of Wales and England today,very windy and colder in Carmarthen but it was dry while I shopped.A lot of trees are down between Aberystwyth and Machynlleth(near the dyfi) and some power cuts.We have had quiet autumnal weather up to now.Ground is soft for Haydock Saturday and Aidan Coleman will get the ride on Coneygree if Dickie Johnson isn’t available.Sam TD should be back late November.
    Felix has made it to over90,000 likes and she got a scarf from Frisky.She has put Huddersfield on the map.There’s a great video of a horse kicking a protester in Ontario she had slapped him instant karma!!We are still a Christian country but the BBC want Friday prayers because they think they are biased.Sick!
    Poor Miss Diane isn’t very well I told Zoe to put her nurses uniform on.Hope she gets well soon Zoe likes to go out and about!President elect Mr Fibbs has to pace himself until he gets his hat back.Milo is his scientific abvisor and he has his cabinet posts to fill.
    Just heard they were tornadoes in Wales this morning wind speeds of 94mph Ooops!
    The Bransby website has changed a lot since I visited last I placed my order yesterday.Mike Harries says Triolo is the sweetest horse you could hope to meet and he hopes he could win the Hennessy again for his buddy Simon.He and Amelia had met him at a Lambourn open dayHave a great Friday eve.Love and hugs to you,Kisses for Angel Holly,Nikko and Sugar.SheenaXOXO

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        The police laid criminal charges against the people who attacked the horse. You cannot assault police animals without consequences in Canada. The horse, Murney, however did not wait around for court proceedings for justice to prevail. She kicked her tormenter. She is a new recruit to the local police force. The RCMP do not carry out provincial policing in Ontario. Those RCMP horses however don’t kid around either.

        • Dear Sheena, Ann, Marshall and Max:

          Glad to hear charges have been filed against the people who assaulted this police horse. Well done Murney! She channeled Hudson. Love and Hugs, JB

        • The punishment can be $10K and up to 18 months in jail. It happened during a college homecoming. The horse appears to have already settled the score. She was not spooked by the incidents either. Stayed calm. She’s a nice horse too.

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    Dear Sheena,

    I saw the pics you posted of the downed trees. Stay safe! I’m glad it was dry when you were shopping. We have some wind here today, too. I never enjoy it…very frenetic! Congratulations, Felix! Such a beautiful cat! Good for the horse kicking the protester! Instant karma, indeed! Yes, I read that Diane had flu symptoms. I hope Zoe took good care of her! She is better today, thankfully. President Fibbs and Milo were enjoying a yummy looking chocolate drink together. So good to see Milo feeling better. I hope the tornadoes are a long way from Carmarthen! Good luck to Triolo! Lovely hearing about his sweet disposition. Happy Friday Eve. Love and hugs from me, kisses from Angel Holly, Nikko and Sugar. Kathy XOXO

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    Heard on the grapevine Ouija Board may be in foal to Frankel.She has been covered by both Galileo and Frankel this year but only one mating was successful Hopefully it was Frankel.She rested in 2014 and slipped a foal by Galileo last year.

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      Dear Sheena:

      Quite a potential there for that foal. Hope the pregnancy is successful for her. Man O’War’s statue looks great. Goodnight. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc, Frank, Bentley and all the Sweeties

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    Update on “Bob”, the horse rescued from Hurricane Matthew flooding at the Cumberland County Shelter.

    I checked with the shelter this afternoon, and Bob has been adopted. They said one of their shelter employees adopted him so he has found a home!
    Best Wishes to Bob for a long and happy life with lots of love, treats and fun!

    Hugs and Love

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    Dear Beautiful Mama Z, COZ, ZI and DC:

    Goodnight and Happy Dreams. Love all of you so much. Hugs, JB

    Z Princess, Dubai, Baby Z, will always love you.

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    A profile on Mike Smth. Great painting of Mike used as photo.
    Big Money Mike
    Posted on November 17, 2016 by bluegrassblog@thoroughbredu.com
    Thoroughbred U is wholeheartedly dedicated to Sport of Kings. I have such a personal passion for the horses that I have a tendency to make the Thoroughbreds the focus. On the day when we remember Zenyatta’s retirement from racing I think it is an important moment to pay due respect to the jockey.
    http://www.thoroughbredu.com/big-money-mike/
    Note: bluegrassblog is not related

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      Dear Sheena,

      Thank you! Hovis had a wonderful trip. Everyone who got to meet him were certainly fortunate! Happy weekend everyone. Safe trips for all horses and jockeys running this weekend.

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    November 18 Cherokee Devotional

    E lis e, Cherokee grandmother, said, “Always look behind the stick that stirs.” It will tell you if there is any truth in what is being touted. Ask yourself: What are people’s motives? Who supports a certain idea or plan? Does something prosper or not?
    Do not be fooled by what you see. Filter what you hear for worthless impurities, and go beyond your natural senses for deeper meanings and purposes. Keep your understanding free and observant, for there is much that will obscure it. Nothing is so exclusive that you cannot have access to the truth. And remember always to look behind the stick that stirs.

    I sat by the sun and the earth I live on, I want to talk straight and tell the truth.
    -Satanta, Kiowa

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    Zenny :-) horses are like folks, they understand all events around, they think remember and tell by their mooving like in herd, Zenny :-) i like your blog, if not to tell then simply to became joyfull that quiet good joyfull events can be in life of horses :-) :-) ,, ,, ,, ,, Zi :-) i like your photo in paddock with hay in mouth and photo of Coz :-) where he stay from right to left, Zi how you feel your thin legs and health after novem15 del mar five furlongs in 1,02:20 7th horse from 7 horses, 49:76 on 4f, Chromy :-) in his light night workout 49 and 2/5 on first 4f, Zi :-) you are on near 8 meters hind of Chromy :-) , well, los alam course was dry hard, Chromy :-) like to breeze on his home course, he breezed there when he was lil foal :-) , though sloppy course is more well for him too, Zi :-) it is well that weather changed and your course was more soft than course in desert, Zi :-) from my view have good long rest 11 or 15 days for good recovery of your legs health and some lil your store of energy, Zi :-) you are usual middle lil chestnut with white horse :-) , Coz :-) and Zi :-) place of finish can be from 3rd to 8th, better think about your home, everyday routine, your health, apples pears sweet potato carrot juice and may be about lil foals and fillyes :-) :-) , Curalina :-) tell new info about her, im lil :-( like i spared way of mom Zenny :-) with War Front :-) ,, ,, ,, ,,

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    I’m thinking of you, dearest Zenyatta, and praying that you are doing well and enjoying these last days of autumn.

    Just seeing your beautiful face makes my day! Love to you and your coming baby!

    Stel

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    Dear Kathy.I need to keep a lookout for the stick that stirs.Much colder but brighter here today but snow in the north even a few flakes down as far as Somerset (David Pipe’s horses training).Looks as if it will be a hard slog at Haydock tomorrow but our jumpers are used to the conditions.I had no idea Mouse was in the ER with neurological issues she is back home though and seems better.Poor Dr Jill.Mr Fibbs picked the mobie for the family last night well he is President after all!I love his profile on LinkedIn.Judy and Nay have been so busy packing for the move and Nay is going to cook the turkey for Thanksgiving.They will most a photo!!Judy began thinking of Katybug and felt she was leaving her.I recall feeling the same when I moved I told Katie I would carry her and all the memories in my heart forever.
    A British child has been cryogentically preserved after her death from cancer last month.There was a bitter battle between her parents and the case went to court but it was the girl’s wish Our papers couldn’t report it until after midnight.Her body is in the US now.For me though it goes against the natural order of things if there finally is a cure for cancer in a few hundred years time who on earth would she know if woken up successfully and in a strange country but I do not criticise it was her final wish.
    Oh Hovis had a great time at YHL and he is now a STAR of the equine world but we all knew that.Annie Power and Faugheen will be back for the December festival,
    That poor dog reminded me of that sheep that was found in New Zealand a few years ago and he was called ShrekThinking of Ray and Cheryl today.
    Mother Theresa was showing the President of Portugal the treaty of Windsor signed by King Richard II and the King of Portugal on may 9th 1386.Our oldest ally.I did hear Obama is meeting Theresa.Bojo has been having fun insulting some of the Euros again.No wonder we love him.Buckingham Palace is having a makeover.The republicans will be out in force.Hope you have a great day.Love and hugs to you,kisses for Angel Holly,Nikko and Sugar.SheenaXOXO

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    Dear Sheena,

    I has cooled down here, too! We will be needing heat soon. It’s very changeable here, though. We might need the heat today and in a week’s time it might be in the 90s! Crazy. I was so worried about little Mouse. She’s so tine and fragile. Thankfully she’s doing well now. Loved the discussion about the chicken mobie! They had popcorn, too. The fun never stops in that house…Things are very busy at Judy and Nan’s! Moving, Thanksgiving, leaving Katie. I can definitely relate to their feelings about leaving Katie. As you say, our furbabies will live on forever in our hearts. Bless all of them. Sad to hear about that family whose child was cryogenically preserved after death and then a battle ensued. I would never do that, but if that’s what the little girl wanted, then so be it. Yes, loved the report from Hovis. He had a great time! What lucky people who met him! I was horrified by the condition of that poor dog. Doesn’t look like the same animal. Thank God he’s being cared for. I remember that sheep. So sad when animals are neglected. Yes, thinking of and praying for Ray and Cheryl. I’m always relieved when the treatment is behind them! I’m always in awe of the UK’s LONG history. The US is still a baby country by comparison. I hope you have a great Friday and will have fun this weekend. Love and hugs from me, kisses from Angel Holly, Nikko and Sugar. Kathy XOXO

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    Today marks the 100th anniversary of the end of the Battle of the Somme.The guns fell silent for awhile.There were thousands of British and commonwealth casualties.Today we remember all the fallen and we must never underestimate their sacrificeRIP.
    Where have all the flowers gone,
    gone to graveyards. Everyone.

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      Oh,Thank you for this tribute to our beloved Kauto.I always remember his first betfair and tomorrow it will be exactly 5yrs since his”comeback” race.I too believe he could have won another triple crown if not for the fall while schooling.He was the class horse in the race.We were privileged to see this giant of a steeplechaser in our lifetime.I will always feel sad everything turned sour in his retirement.I just don’t care to think of his tragic end it upsets me too much.I prefer to remember him on the racecourse.
      Annie didn’t work well this week according to Willie and Faugheen has a bruise on his hoof.Dickie Johnson will ride Coneygree.

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        He was magic to watch. I love his last King George. Terrific win. He also had tons of character. He could not tolerate being around Masterminded, and let that horse know it every day. I laugh when I think of that.

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    Dear Sheena:

    Kauto was and is well loved. Goodnight. Love and Hugs, JB, LM, PC, HT, Cap, Herc, Frank, Bentley and all the Sweeties

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    Dear Mama Z, COZ, ZI and DC:

    Wishing all of you a peaceful, restful night. Happy Dreams. Love You. Hugs, JB

    Z Princess, Dubai, Baby Z, will always love you.

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    Dear Judy.I thought it strange Janiss didn’t talk to Binga in the video I know she is hard of hearing but…The video was so silent.I chatted to Katie and all my cats constantly.Goodnight God bless you LM PC HT Cap Hercules Frank Bentley and all the sweeties.Love and hugs SheenaX

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      Dear Sheena:

      I talk to Lola Mae all the time too; some of the ladies in my building think I’m talking to myself when they hear me. I believe she understands every word. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Thanks, Sheena.
      Apple time for these handsome guys! Yum -Yum!
      They are all SO gorgeous and are showing their best manners in taking the treats, too.

      Hugs and Love

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