Hello,
Today is such a great day…and a time for gratitude and celebration! This statement leads to the fact that there are 2 things about ME I’d like to share with you that perhaps you may not already know!
First of all, I absolutely love the element of SURPRISE! Upon reflection, I think this was a consideration with my ‘come from behind strategy’ when I was racing. This style does add a ‘tremendous amount of surprise’ and excitement to a race.
Secondly, and this is very important, I LOVE A GOOD PARTY! I have actually hosted and attended many of them while I was at BARN 55! (We were truly such a FUN GROUP!) MY JOHN always knew that I wanted to be a part of everything that was going on…so I actually became quite an endearing hostess!
Well, recently, I was able to do both of these things and it felt TERRIFIC! Pam Harper’s parents were celebrating their 50th Anniversary. The family was already hosting a lovely party for them…but gave great thought to what would be the PERFECT gift to honor this celebration. The family wanted something special, meaningful, and especially memorable for them!
Lo and behold, guess what? IT WAS ME! Pam and her family bought a ZENYATTA BRONZE for their parents’ special 50th Anniversary present. This is absolutely TOO CUTE!
Not only did I get to surprise them, per Pam, but the entire atmosphere of the party was filled with great fun and lots of memories and emotion. From the moment I was removed from the gift box, I was able to spend the entire evening with the HONOREES. They literally carried ME around during the party. I went from table to table with them visiting with all of their guests. They shared their thoughts, experiences, and memories of ME with all of their dear friends. It was truly a very special evening!
Pam commented that after quite some time, she literally had to take ME from her Mom’s arms. Her Mom would not let me go! I’ve heard everyone had a GREAT time at the party…especially ME! THANK YOU for including ME!
How FORTUNATE am I! I am deeply honored to be thought of as the “PERFECT GIFT” for such a memorable occasion for such charming people. I am truly BLESSED!
Have a fabulous day! Here’s to enjoying some ‘fun’ surprises in your life!
With Love,
Hugs to All~ (HAPPY 50th ANNIVERSARY!)
Z
Lisa g
@Kimberly Potter: Wonderful news, darlin’.
Kimberly Potter
@Trina Nagele~ You, Z’ster, are undeniably talented. What a special birthday poem for Eveline…more tears. :) You will be hearing from me soon.
@Cynthia H~ WOW, is all I can say to you. Lovely Ode to our Trina.
Hugz to ALL!
Z#1FiM
Terry Crow
@JAG-Thanks for the link to the jacksons/Math situation. All of the quotes indicate that this was nobody’s fault. If so, why make a change? @Lisa g and Trina Nagele-Glad you enjoyed the joke. @Kimberly Potter-As good as good news gets. @Barbara Grimaldi-Agree with you on the horse. But, it could have been worse. Ben Franklin wanted the national symbol to be the turkey.@Judy Berube-I would reply to your comment but I didn’t hear it. Are you asking me if I have the right to bet on Lord Byron?
Lisa g
@The Kennedy’s in SD, thank you for the line on the Jackon’s and Matz, I wish I could be a fly on the wall for a few hours to find out what that is really about.
Lisa g
@Terry Crow, I know it was not a joke, but still laughing, I had no idea that good ole Ben wanted our national symbol to be a Turkey…LOL Yeah, it could have been worse and I too agree with Barbara, we can write our congress folks for the change and Zenyatta’s picture will represent all the horses for our National Symbol.
Barbara Wood
What a perfect diary entry, and Miss Z, YOU are the gift that keeps on giving. I’m so glad you shared with us.
And Z, I have something to share with you that I would not otherwise share because it’s personal and local, but I know you love EXCELLENCE in all disciplines. I am excited that our local Waco Midway softball girls’ team is playing on tv tonight for the national championship. High hooves to them and best of luck.
@Kimberley Potter- great news about your grandbaby. Thanks so much for letting us know, and please keep us posted. October must seem forever away to you.We’ll keep praying.
@Trina N.– I’m completely blown away, and Happy Birthday, Eveline!
@DJ–I so needed the prayer today. Thanks.
So sad to hear of the Matz/Jackson split.
DJ
To Trina: That is such a lovely birthday tribute to our Eveline! I am so happy that you are sharing them here so we are all able to enjoy them and celebrate our “Z Friends!” Your writing is just marvellous.
DJ
To Eveline: Happy Happy Birthday! Enjoy your special day! We are honored to have you here in our “Z Community!” A candle and a prayer for you Today!
Lisa g
@DJ, our spiritual guide, thank you for being here for us as well as for Our Queen.
Lisa g
@Denise in AZ: Do I have to have a Flickr Account to get in? That is one place I have never been…Flickr. Any special instructions, I really want to see your baby filly. Lisa g.
Brenda S..
Only six horses in the Alabama, and Inglorious is on the outside. I don’t know anything about the track at Saratoga so haven’t got a clue whether this a bad position or not but her jockey from the Queen’s Plate, Luis Contreras, is riding so Vic and I will be cheering her on. Perhaps with only six, post position is not so important.
Celeste
WOW! What a fabulous 50th wedding anniversary celebration!!! What a generous gift for Pam’s family to do for her parents’ momentous occasion! I’ll start now to to hint to my kids that our fiftieth will come up in just a few years – haha! Thank you for sharing this beautiful surprise with us all. This site is always full of surprises that lift my heart. Thank you!
judy berube
Dear Terry C.:
Very funny. Bet heavy and laugh all the way to the bank. Hugs, J.B.
judy berube
Dear Terry C.
Just remembered. That’s the one he couldn’t bet, and he won anyway because the horse lost. Hugs, J.B.
DJ
To Lisa g: In no way any sort of S.G.! Just need a prayer or two like everyone else!! Thank you though..
Lisa g
@Shari V: Took a cruise to visit Baby Boy and check up on him, saw your post..Too Cute For Sure..I told my sister-in-law about you and what you do for your kids, as she is a teacher for special needs children. I hope she took it too heart, after seeing how your kids reacted to Zenyatta, Uncle Mo and Awesome Maria., yeah, I hope she took it too heart. Just Too Cute to My Baby Boy…Lisa g
judy berube
Dear Barbara G.:
Loved your post. Too cute. Hugs, J.B.
judy berube
Dear Lisa g.:
Isn’t she a hoot! Hugs, J.B.
Louise Castello
Oh sweet Zenyatta, what a wonderful post and what a wonderful surprise that must have been. I am a little jealous and I love you so very much.
Delrene
Beautiful story about your friends and their present….. You!
Would love to be surprised too ( hint, hint to husband)
Just got a note from Equibase that Capt. Sparrow, who I think is such a hard-working horse was scratched.( Equibase e mail) update. Hope he is not ill.
Thanks for today’s post Dottie and Zenyatta
DJ
To Nina Kaiser: What a treat to see your ‘Hello!’ today. Nice to know that Georgia was one of the final four. Very thrilling indeed! Your work is par excellence! Blessings to you..
Lisa g
@DJ, I told you that you had no idea! Your prayers that you post for yourself and us, you have no idea how meaningful they are to me. Yes, your prayers have helped guide my spirit. Thank you, again. Hugs, love, and prayers…Lisa g
DJ
To Cynthia H: WOW! I love it! Perfect for our brilliant Trina :)
dunie
Will love you FOREVER, dear Z!
DJ
To TC: Very cute! Never a disappointment. Thank you!
Lisa g
@JB: O, yes, she is a hoot and you, JB, are just an adorable and wonderful human being. Lisa g
JAG from California :-)
VIDEO INCLUDED:
http://www.drf.com/news/york-twice-over-bests-stablemate-juddmonte-international-stakes
judy berube
Dear Brenda S.:
The way she came up on the outside when she beat the boys in the Queens Plate, I don’t think she will have any trouble coming out of the 6 Gate. Hugs, J.B.
judy berube
Dear Lisa g.:
You are so sweet. Hugs, J.B.
Jane D
WOW! What a celebration! We just had our 35th anniversary (Aug 13). We didn’t get something as wonderful as you but ..the MOST SPECIAL & WONDERFUL surprise gift … a friend flew our daughter in to be with us all weekend! We haven’t seen her in a very long time.