My friend, Pirate Queen….has an update for us! Photo by John Shirreffs
Good Morning, Everyone!
It was such a fabulous, yet rather quick weekend! I am constantly amazed at how fast the time is flying by now.
It seems like BABY NEWS is definitely in the air here at the farm. I just received this message and wanted to share it with you. It’s from my dear friend, Pirate Queen. As you may remember, when I first arrived at Lane’s End she was one of my original paddock mates. Then Mike and Charles moved things around a bit….and TASTY and I became such dear friends in our own paddock.
Often, so many of you ask about some of my friends here at the farm.
Well, I am very pleased to announce that PIRATE QUEEN had a grey colt…this morning at 3:50 a.m… by QUALITY ROAD. This is her first foal…and the first crop of Quality Road foals…so this adds to the excitement!
I’ve heard that from all reports everything is going well for both Mom and Baby!
I’m due to be rechecked later today to see how i’m doing and how ‘my bag’ is developing. I can tell things are progressing ‘a bit’ in a very nice, positive, and relaxed manner. Since this is the first time for ME, I can’t wait to hear what my veterinarian and the professionals here at the farm have to tell me about my Mom-to-Be news!
I’ll share it all with you in the morning.
On the racing front, the stakes activity over the weekend was fabulous. UNION RAGS put in a very impressive effort in the Fasig-Tipton Fountain of Youth (G2). It is so great to see his successful 2 year old form carry into his 3 year old year. The Fairgrounds finish in the Risen Star (G2) was a close one…with both El Padrino and Mark Valeski separated by a close photo. The Factor ran one fast race at Santa Anita in the San Carlos (G2)…and a HIGH HOOF to Summer Applause on her victory in the Rachel Alexandra (G3).
Overall, it was a wonderful weekend of racing!
Have a lovely Monday!
With Love,
Hugs to All~(Congratulations, PQ on your new foal!)
Z
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February 27, 2012 at 7:51 pm
So very glad to hear about Pirate Queen and her new little one! Hoping everyone at Lanes End is getting enough sleep–it’s a busy season! And you, my dear, are relaxed, safe and happy. We know you’re in good hands…upcoming days will be like in the movies for us–pacing about in the delivery waiting room! Love and prayers for you and all the expectant mothers!
February 27, 2012 at 8:15 pm
It’s good to hear from you, Lady Z! Congratulations to Pirate Queen on the birth of a healthy foal. I’m glad to hear you are doing well. Hugs and kisses and tummy rubs from Tennessee!
February 27, 2012 at 8:33 pm
Thanks for the update regarding Pirate Queen. I am so glad she and the baby are doing good. I love you Queen Z. Hug and kisses to you and Tasty.
February 27, 2012 at 8:45 pm
@Cynthia H.–that’s a lovely idea. Thanks for sharing. We will welcome the quotes. I refer to Kari often as things come to mind.
Well, I may be in the dark, and there may be more going on behind the scenes, but I’m going to buck the tide and say the baby won’t come this week. I’m still thinking full moon. Now watch Z. prove me wrong! Good night, sweet girls (Z & T). Love you both.
February 27, 2012 at 8:50 pm
Sweet dreams, dear Barbara!
Hugs,
Dawn
February 27, 2012 at 8:49 pm
Dear Barbara Wood:
Tried e-mailing you twice, but keep getting message “undeliverable”. Just wanted to say if you learn of a mailing address for contributions for the horses in Montana, please let me know. Also, hope your hubby gets a good report on Friday. Love and Hugs, JB
February 27, 2012 at 9:11 pm
Hi Big Mamma………..HRTV is running a replay of the 2000 Breeder’s Cup (it is midnight here on the East Coast) and I just saw your Daddy run in the Juvenile! What a handsome boy he was! He must be SO proud of you and his soon to be grandson/granddaughter!
Now, on a serious note…….time is getting SO close now and we are ALL so anxiously awaiting news on you every day. I hope that your little one isn’t giving you tooooo much trouble moving around and getting ready to enter the world (I heard just before “entry” they can get very restless!). THE BIRTH is going to be one of the most celebrated events in racing history and we pray every day that it’s a “slam, dunk, plop” and uneventful for YOU in every way.
Take good care and, as always, thank you Dottie for allowing us to go on this journey with our beloved Queen.
(To JAG – I am now hooked on the entire March 9th/full moon thing………….LOL!)
Love you Z!
February 27, 2012 at 9:42 pm
Judy from South Carolina
LOL I’m glad you’re on the Full Moon 8th / March 9th wagon!! I have so many Z friends I meet at the track tell me that THEY will now be disappointed if she doesn’t foal on either of those days :-D TO CUTE! Safe, uncomplicated delivery is the priority, though!!! ♥
February 27, 2012 at 9:13 pm
Zenyatta hope you had a very good check-up with your vet today. I will be waiting anziously for the report tomorrow. Zenny the full moon is on the 8th. I just believe it will be around that date. Whenever it is I pray that God and his Angels will be with you. May you feel the brush of angel’s wings. Our dear kari I know she’ll be there. Love ya Zenny. Rest Well.
February 27, 2012 at 9:30 pm
Dear Anita C.:
You’re so welcome. Hugs, JB
February 27, 2012 at 9:32 pm
Love you, my Beauty!!
February 27, 2012 at 9:34 pm
Goodnight My Queen!! ♥ Before I get somes Zs I want to share this link about your GF Black Caviar!
Black Caviar at centre of bidding war
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February 27, 2012 at 9:36 pm
Well, that’s weird, the link didn’t work. I’m going to attempt this one more time….
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February 27, 2012 at 9:37 pm
Bummer! I guess you’ll have to copy & paste the link into your brower – sorry!
Judy G
February 27, 2012 at 10:39 pm
Here’s a different link to the story.
http://www.skynews.com.au/sport/article.aspx?id=723278&vId=
February 27, 2012 at 9:45 pm
I couldn’t help but notice how many “Judys’ posted in close proximity!! :-D
Judy G
February 27, 2012 at 10:11 pm
Dear JAG:
There’s at least three Judy aunties now. Love and Hugs, JB
February 27, 2012 at 9:47 pm
Congratulations to Pirate Queen. Many happy thoughts for you and Tasty on this beautiful day.
February 27, 2012 at 10:01 pm
Zenny, Good news for your friend. Can’t wait to hear on your update. It’s getting pretty exciting, isn’t it? I watched the video of Rachel’s colt and it just brought tears to my eyes. Guess that’s why I breed. Love those foals!!
February 27, 2012 at 10:17 pm
Hugs and kisses to you, Zenny, and to Tasty, too! Sleep well and pleasant dreams!
Happy Belated Birthday, Delrene!
Happy Birthday to Theresa ( and to Kent Desormeaux)
Trina, you just get better and better! Thanks bunches!
Congratulations to Pirate Queen and Quality Road! I like “P’s and Q’s”, also!
Susan in TN: So happy to hear that Chester’s eye is so much improved! Hugs!
February 27, 2012 at 10:53 pm
Dear Z and TT:
Goodnight and Sweet Baby Dreams. Love you so much, Judy and Russ
February 27, 2012 at 11:15 pm
On Tuesday morning, NPR is slated to have a special report on foaling in the bluegrass on its Morning Edition segment, featuring a broodmare “midwife.”
February 28, 2012 at 5:26 am
Looking forward to an update this morning Zenny. It’s coming down to the wire — sweet anticipation!
@Abigail — thanks for the links to the new foals.
“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.” Mahatma Gandhi
If only everyone shared the same love and compassion that all of us do, the world would be a much better place.
February 28, 2012 at 6:05 am
Love the Gandhi quote. I would add children and the elderly too!
February 28, 2012 at 7:23 am
Thanks for the great quote, Mary.
February 28, 2012 at 2:36 pm
Dear Mary Hale:
So true. Hugs, JB
February 28, 2012 at 5:54 am
Hi Zenny: Thanks for letting us know about PQ. Congratulations to PQ on the birth of your first foal. A beautiful little gray colt. I love gray horses. They are so beautiful.
February 28, 2012 at 6:02 am
Good morning Z–I’m glad to see so many getting on the “full moon” bandwagon. That way, if we’re wrong, it will be a lot of us.
@Judy Berube–I don’t think I’ve seen a place for donations to combat the slaughter plant in Missouri. What I’ve been asked to do so far is contact the Mountain Grove, MO Chamber of Commerce (I’ll have to Google the link) and call or e-mail Senator Blount. His number is 202-224-5721, and the e-mail is blunt.senate.gov.
The link to the story (hope this works) is
http://www.ky3.com/news/ky3-horse-meat-mountain-grove-cabool-missouri-slaughter-processing-plant-human-consumption-horse-meat-plant-proposed-in-missouri-20120223,0,237037.story
February 28, 2012 at 2:35 pm
Dear Barb W.:
It wasn’t the Missouri slaughter house opening that I was asking about. It’s the e-mail that was sent about the abandoned horses in Montana that have no food. I was wondering if anyone had a mailing address to send contributions to buy some food for these poor, innocent horses. Hugs, JB
February 28, 2012 at 6:52 am
Has anyone heard any news on Eblouissante? How her training is going and when her first race might be?
February 28, 2012 at 8:36 am
Hi Allen:
Eblouissante (3-Year-Old Filly)
Date: February 26, 2012
Track: HOLLYWOOD PARK
Distance: Five Furlongs
Time: 1.03:20 Handily
Track Condition: Fast
Surface: All Weather Track
Rank: 24/32 – See the day’s workouts
February 28, 2012 at 10:48 am
Thanks Kimberly
February 28, 2012 at 6:53 am
Beautiful Zenyatta (and Dottie), thank you for your update on you and Pirate Queen. I love the name game (all suggestions of names from your Z-sters, Dumplings, and fans). Thank you Keta, for the updates on Thiskyhasnolimit. I come to Z’s diary for the news since we have the best updates here. What a relief that he is doing well, at least for now. The best summary on the weekend wins is also right here in Z nation. The pictures are wonderful, especially those from Your John. So, that’s some of the very special bonuses for loving you and scanning your diary. OK, back to pacing. This is me, hopeful for your safe delivery for you and your foal, the gift you are giving to all of us to treasure.
February 28, 2012 at 8:44 am
@Barbara Wood — absolutely agree.
February 28, 2012 at 10:16 am
Thank you Z for your update on Pirate Queen, also to everyone for the info on Thiskyhasnolimits. I’m praying he can be saved. This is truly a wonderul board for anyone who loves horses and horseracing, there is so much information here, it’s a learning experience almost every day.
Take care of yourself Z, can’t wait for your big day!
February 28, 2012 at 4:44 pm
Zenyatta, I love hearing all of the baby news from Lane’s End Farm. Congratulations to Pirate Queen for the birth of her foal by Quality Road. I’m very happy to hear that mother and foal are doing great. I was happy about the racing I saw this past weekend. Your Mike should get his 3000th win or so with no problem at all. He’s practically a shoe in to do that.
February 28, 2012 at 5:22 pm
I see you’ve forgiven QR for STOPPING right in front of you in the 2010 BC championship race!
Love you always, Z.
March 1, 2012 at 11:47 am
Hi beautiful lady, glad to know that you are being watched over so well. I knew they would! That was great news about Pirates Queen having her baby and all went well. I am sure you will be fine too! I sure wish I could be employed at Lanes End right now! Really I would work there anytime. However, if I could just assist in anyway with the foaling of your baby that would give my heart a thrill! I sure miss not having any babies around again this year. :(
Ok, enough day dreaming, LOL! I will be watching for any news updates often now. Big hugs Zenny!
March 2, 2012 at 7:59 pm
Congrats to PIRATE QUEEN & QUALITY ROAD. It will be great fun watching
all these foals, on their “roads to the races” !! Thanks for introducing us to all
your friends. Fondly, OraJean
March 5, 2012 at 8:31 am
Zenny, thanks for the update on PQ!! I have wondered about her so often. Looking forward to your baby news!! Very exciting!! Hugs to you and Tasty and all of Team Z!!!