Zenyatta

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Zellda

Zellda at Mayberry Farm, Spring 2019

Zellda at Mayberry Farm. Photo by April Mayberry.

Here’s a spring update for Zellda fans!

Zenyatta’s 2017 filly by Medaglia d’Oro is training and maturing under the tutelage of Jeanne Mayberry in Ocala, Florida. Scroll down for recent photos and videos from Mayberry Farm.

Zellda at Mayberry Farm. Photo by April Mayberry.

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    Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL and DC:

    Wishing you a peaceful evening and Happy Dreams. Love and Hugs, JB

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    After taking a day or to digest what happened at the derby, I believe that the DQ of Max Sec was probably the best decision. However, after reading many of the trainers comments that it was the right call, I find I would have to ask those same trainers, if it were your horse would you readily agree?
    Sometimes in my opinion mine alone, that if it had been another well known trainer would there have been a change? Flatten Prat admitted that his horse was probably not impacted, but did he seize an opportunity?
    Why didn’t the stewards wait 23 minutes to decide? It did not take that long to DQ Jaywalk for her interference that caused Positive Spirit to go down in the Oaks the day before.
    Sorry for this, but Zenyatta brought me back to the sport, now I am seriously considering taking another long break if not for good.
    I also posted a link where the West’s are considering leaving the sport. Headline says “threatens” but it does not read that way to me.

    http://www.thoroughbreddailynews.com/the-wests-threaten-to-get-out-of-racing/

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    Mr. West said he would not run Maximum Security in the Preakness. He was going to file an appeal today.

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    On a lighter and happier note, did anyone see the latest update on Coz? It is on YouTube from Thoroughbred Daily News and titled Catching Up with Cosmic One. He is quite a character.

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      I’m very happy for Coz, but why don’t they do something for Ziconic? They can’t even answer out request for an update on him. He is Zenyatta’s son too; he was even born on her birthday.

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      Judy,
      As well he should be. He was the Best horse in the race. As I said before, we cannot see the views that the stewards had so can’t make a judgment. I have my thoughts about why so many trainers came out on the side of the stewards. Those guys are not dummies.

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    Dear Judy.Lots of baby excitement in the UK today.It seems the Duchess was admitted to hospital for the birth.Hovis will be on his 3rd shower by tomorrow and they hope Martin Clunes can get to meet him.Goodnight God bless you LM PC HT and all the sweeties.Love and hugs SheenaX

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      Dear Sheena:

      Please keep us informed on Courcheval; would love to be able to follow her progress.

      Remembering Glesni! Our Hovis is meeting the Queen; good for him. Goodnight. Love and Hugs, JB

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    The update on Coz by Isabela was wonderful to watch. He is in good hands. So happy for Coz. How about Ziconic. Any news, anyone? Would love to hear how he is doing.
    Hello Zenyatta. Hope you are doing well. Lots of kisses and hug from me. My dream is to visit you and not giving up.

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    Zellda reminds me so much of Coz. Beautiful in every way. I love all of Z’s foals!! I wish them the best adventurous life with all my love.
    Just think of you Zenyatta each day though I may not write, but I love you forever.
    Love you and all your foals,
    Auntie Sally B

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    I, too, am wondering about poor Ziconic. Where IS he? What happened? I hope and pray this beautiful boy is not standing around in a track stall day after day…anyone have any more info? He would be great for western horse classes with his speed and compact size. I think someone mentioned polo ponies, that is a huge business! Please let us know if anyone knows about him. Thank you all, hoping all of you are doing well, as we wait for spring to come, still in the 30’s at night in upper MW at night!

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    Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL and DC:

    Have a restful evening and Happy Dreams. Stay comfy and cozy. Love You. Hugs, JB

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      Dear Judy

      Thanks for posting this. I have avoided news outlets because just too hard at this point. This was a great article though. He made so many great points, speaking basically fact without opinion. It has been so painful because I can no longer deny that it is the horses themselves who pay the ultimate price.

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      Judy,
      Thanks for the post. Steve always says it right. I do have to agree with Mr. West that it does kind of look as if WOW tried to squeeze through a hole that was too little for him. But who knows, there are so many different views of the race. Just hope both horses go on to have happy, healthy and successful careers. I’m still waiting for Omaha Beach to come back on the scene.

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      Dear Sheena:

      So glad Hovis is enjoying himself. Poor baby’s been through it this last year. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Dear Sheena:

      Little Archie is a real cutie. Can’t wait to see if he’s a ginger like Daddy.

      Frankel, congrats AGAIN! Congrats Mehaay! Goodnight. Love and Hugs, JB, LM and all the Sweeties

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      Dear Sheena:

      Couldn’t access the video of Mehdaayih. Bet she’s a Beauty too. Love and Hugs, JB

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    I have watched replays and read comments over and over again. It was and will continue to be a heartbreaking decision for all parties. Every time I watch a replay I think “if only Maximum Security had stayed in his lane”.

    If Only. Those words will haunt everybody forever.

    Every time I watch another replay I am more grateful that an accident did not happen. We will have the opportunity and pleasure to watch these horses and jockeys compete again. That is what I believe is the most important.

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    Dear Sheena:

    Oh, I think our Hovis is gonna have some choice words for Mum on this one! Love and Hugs, JB

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    Dear Z, COZ, ZI, ZEL and DC:

    Stay comfy and cozy and Happy Dreams. Love all of you so much. ZI thinking of you. Love and Hugs, JB

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      Dear Judy.Such a pity ITV can only be accessed in the UK.Will try and find another video.Who knows she may be Frankel’s first classic winner.Loved the Martin Clunes video.Hovis has had a fun day despite the heavy showers.Goodnight God bless youLM PC HT and all the sweeties Love and hugs SheenaX

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    Since it is now May 9 both where you live right now in Ocala and where I do in NY, I want to be the first one to wish you Happy Birthday, Zellda!!!

    I am really looking forward to see you when you go to John and the track. I hope that Mario will be your groom just as he was your mom’s. May you have a healthy and successful career ahead of you when you race. Please keep in touch with us through this blog.

    I hope the Mayberrys have some special treats for you today.

    Also, could you let us know how your big brother Ziconic is doing when you get to John’s?

    You just missed being born on my birthday (8th), but you share your birthday with another special racing mare – Beholder. Happy birthday to Beholder, too!

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    The Colorado Avalanches hockey team now knows how Mr. West feels,

    “Upon further review”…….no goal.

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    Why did u quit posting things about Zenyatta. I’ve really enjoyed reading about her. This the first time I wrote anything.

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    This filly looks way too thin-even though she is a 2 year old in training. Shouldn’t be seeing a ridge on her spine. Doesn’t make me happy at all.
    And, did Zenyatta have a foal this year-2020. I know she lost one last year but thought they bred her back.?

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