Good Morning,
So much is going on these days in Lexington. I have such a busy schedule. It is my understanding that I even have a ‘CALENDAR’ that Dottie coordinates with Sarah each week to be sure I am where I need to be and when at the farm each day. I am having so much fun! This SECOND CAREER aspect of my life is rather exciting!
Needless to say, it is absolutely necessary for them to schedule in times for ‘HAIR, MANE AND HOOF’ care. As you know, I truly want to LOOK MY BEST!
Nicholas Karem is one of the photographers who was at Lane’s End last week shooting photos of ME. He is working with LOUISVILLE MAGAZINE. They are currently doing a piece involving ME right now. He really tried to get some very ‘unique’ shots. I sure hope I LOOK FABULOUS! He said I DID!
This reminded ME of the time Robert Maxwell came out to BARN 55 to get ‘just the right photo of ME’ for W MAGAZINE! He spent an hour on the ground rolling around on my grass snapping shots, stood on ladders of various sizes for another hour, and even had his assistant hold SOPHIE as a prop for ME to track with MY eyes. All of this was done with the goal of getting just the RIGHT photo! I saw the one they used in their piece…it was very special! LUCKY ME!
Some other very special things are also happening right now. As many of you may have read, MY JOHN was busy last week spending some time on a project that involved ME. When he was here on Friday, he did whisper a tid-bit in my ear. He is so excited! On Thursday, he went to Louisville to see the ‘in-progress’ LIFE SIZE PAINTING of ME that is currently being completed by artist, Jamie Corum. They have been in touch while the project was unfolding….but Jamie wanted John to review the final details in person with her and add anything more specific that would make the painting PERFECT!
From all reports, when he walked into the room and looked at the painting, I heard MY JOHN was ‘speechless’! After all of the years we spent together, he is the one person who truly knows every single inch of my body better than anyone else. He had one word to share with The Moss’ and Dottie after seeing Jaime’s work….”MAGNIFICENT”! Per John, “I did not have much more to add…Jamie captured ZENYATTA perfectly!”
This painting will be unveiled at MY PARTY! I can’t wait to share it with all of YOU!
Here’s wishing you a wonderful day!
With Love,
Hugs to All~
Z
judy berube
Tear Terry Crow:
Just caught up on all the jokes. Thank you. Hugs, JB
Sharyn Priester
I don’t think it is possible that there ever we be a picture of you that is not perfect!! You are so beautiful! Can’t wait to see the unveiling at “your party” – how exciting!!
judy berube
Oops. Sorry, Terry C. Meant Dear. Hugs, JB
Joanne
I hope the Mosses will release a print of this painting. I have one of Secretariat by Richard Stone Reeves that was affordable (it’s hanging in my front foyer). Would love a Zenyatta painting to go with it!
Barbara Wood
@All: Just wanted you to know that our own Doris McQuiddy (known here as DMCQ) is in the hospital with a heart problem. I’m sure she would appreciate prayers from all who care to send them. Don’t believe it’s life-threatening. It involves a heart blockage, but no heart attack. Am keeping up through Diana S, who has been texting her. As we get more info., we’ll pass it along.
Thanks.
Meredith Gibbs
That painting will be so special.
Pat Beck
I love how Tasty hangs with you when your friends visit. My dad, watching the race coverage on NBC, was wondering who she was (thought maybe she was Winter Memories, the QEII favorite)! I told him she was your buddy and was not at Keeneland. Love that she’s in foal to Candy Ride, a favorite of mine. I thought of him for you, except for his weak feet. He’s proving to be quite a successful sire. But let’s make sure all your matings are with sound boys who aren’t too big! Love you always, Z!
Mike Sekulic
Wow! A life-size painting of ZENYATTA. How great to have a life-size work of art of a horse who is a work of art.
JAG / California :-)
@ ALL
http://www.equibase.com/static/workout/HOL101811USA-EQB.html#EBLOUISSANTE
Ebby is moving up, 12/21, and going a longer distance :-) Thanks John Shirreffs!
I got this info from Jane Wade ~ thanks, Jane!!
JAG / California :-)
@ Deborah Richman
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ~ fellow Libra ;-)
Sarah T.
Cool, can’t wait to see the painting. I guess the magazine piece will be a tie-in with the Breeders Cup too, huh? You’re still one busy horse, even in retirement sounds like.
Terry Crow
Catching up on the posts. @Rosemary McCauley-Thank you. Also, you are a redneck if you let Tiger drive. @Deborah Richman-As many as you like. Information to follow. @signofthetimes-Thank you. @Karen Gogue-Good to see you posting. @Kimberley Potter-Hope all is going well. @Charlotte Farmer-Happy Birthday! @Diana S, Denise in AZ and Rosemary McCauley-You might be an Arizona/California redneck if one wall of your home is a tarp. @Judy Berube, NE chapter-You might be a redneck if you’ve ever deep fried a frozen dinner. @Susan in TN and Kari Bussell-You might be a redneck if everyone in your family has a one syllable name. You might be a redneck if you’ve ever worn a mousetrap in your hair. You might be a redneck if your idea of foreplay is to sweep the cockroaches off the bed. You might be a redneck if you’ve ever put a coupon for Shake N Bake in the offering plate. Today’s joke is for all of those who have been waiting for final instructions on how to donate to our down trodden NBA players. YES, I WANT TO HELP! I would like to sponsor a striking NBA basketball player. Please check your preference–Starter; Reserve; Star (higher cost); Superstar (much higher cost); entire team (much, much higher cost). Be sure to indicate which specific team (cheerleaders not included); or generic player most in need. Please select one for me. Please charge the account below $694.50 per day for a reserve player or starter for the duration of the strike. Please send me a picture of the player or players I have sponsored, along with a team logo and my very own NBA Players Association badge to wear proudly on my lapel. Your Name: Telephone Number: Account number with expiration date , checking that which applies–MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover. Signature. Mail completed forms to my house or to NBA Players Association, or call 1-900-2MUCH now to enroll by phone. Note: Sponsors are not permitted to contact the player or players they have sponsored, either in person or by other means including, but not limited to, telephone calls, letters, e-mail or third parties. Keep in mind that the basketball player or players you have sponsored will be much too busy enjoying his free time, thanks to your generous donations. Contributions are not tax-deductible.
Jan
Zenyatta,
You are just so Magical. :)
Robin
I can’t wait to see the painting! Where will it finally hang? You look wonderful!
Hug and Kisses to you Big Mama!
Rosanne Glynn
The Queen always looks beautiful!!!! I love you Zenny! and you’re big baby bump. oxox
Terri Z
To all the Z fans:
Many thanks for those who donated to save Scrumpy, the retired racehorse who was abandoned after winning $190,000 for his owners. Mike Smith is still requesting donations; as little as a $1 from all of his and Zenyatta fans will do.
To donate for Scrumpy go to TrottUSA.org website and then print out your receipt. Then go to Mike Smith’s facebook page and enter your receipt number. Mike is donating a signed Zenyatta poster for one lucky fan.
Thanks to all of the wonderful Zenyatta
fans. We really have made a difference.
XOXOXO Terri
Roberta Smith
Hello Pretty Girl! You look marvelous! I can see that protruding baby bump BIG TIME! I love you Zenyatta!
Alene
Hi Zenny. I haven`t written in about a week. I`ve been going through alot lately. My Mom is sick, lost my job, and had a mammogram scare.. Thank the dear Lord up above that turned out fine. But I want you to know I didn`t miss reading any of your posts. I just could not write. I do love you very much and looking at you in this shot and thinking about your painting has made me cry. I guess it`s a cry of relief. You`re something pure and wonderful And that`s what I need now. I wish more then anything to be able to come to your party but I can`t afford to. Well, I kinda feel better just letting my feelings out to you. Love you Zenny!!! Lots of Big Hugs and Kisses…Alene Thanks, Dottie
Pam Zacek,
I hope to see that painting, that brought tears to my eyes, to know, that a perfect painting, is going to be uncovered at you special party, you are truly, a wonderful example of this sport, really and truly, got alot of people back to it also, Im sure, You are so lucky to have the best trainer, Your John, must be, for sure, loves his horses, and that what counts to alot of us, anyway, have a great fun afternoon, and night, Love you Zenny, and Baby Z. I laughed when I saw the photographer all on the ground getting another shot of you, LOL so funny, get that right Mr, shes beatuiful.
WILD HORSES
What more can I say-I LOVE you Big Z!!!!
Linda
Dearest Zenyatta (and Dottie!),
I seldom post but I read your diary every day. Thankfully, I can swing it to travel from NC to Kentucky for your party on November 4 and I can hardly wait! Learning that your portrait will be unveiled that day only contributes to my excitement. I wish ALL of Z’s true fans could be there too, and I appreciate how lucky I am to attend the event.
Zenyatta, you and everyone associated with you, are truly inspirational! And to think that we’ve all gotten to see this “horse for the ages” run – whether in person or through video. It’s both humbling and joyous when you stop to consider. “See you” on November 4th! Linda
Zenyatta Lover!!!!
I LOVE YOU ZENYATTA I WOULD LOVE TO MEET YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Barbara Wood
@Alene–welcome back! Big hugs.
@Terri Z–I will try, but I can barely navigate my own FB page–lol!
@Deborah Richman–Happy Biorthday! We seem to have lots of Oct. birthdays.
@Terru Crow–the Shake ‘n Bake is my fave for the day.
@Kari Bussell– you are greatly missed.
JAG / California :-)
@ ALL
Retired Jockey Larry Saumell Dies
http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/65622/retired-jockey-larry-saumell-dies
REST IN PEACE :-(
JAG / California :-)
Brass Hat to be Paraded at Keeneland
http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/65620/brass-hat-to-be-paraded-at-keeneland
NOTE: We need a farewell for both BLIND LUCK and SWITCH!! Step up “Connections” of these Beautiful Powerful Girls…
Mary Copelin
What great news about the full size painting. I am so eager to see it. Wish I could be at CD in person with all of the Zsters and the Z team.
Thanks for sharing Your John’s secret with us Queen Z.
Irene Caty
This is all very exciting Zenyatta and I am very happy for you. It will do you good to be busy and get all this attention. I’m sure that your party will turn out great and that painting of you must be perfect as per your John. I know he must be so pleased and of course I know you will be very happy with it. I can’t wait to see it, please post it on Face Book. Love you sweet Queen Zenyatta.
SHERRY D. WV.
A LIFE SIZE PICTURE OF OUR DEAR ZENYATTA, WHEN AT THE BIG PARTY, JUST STAND WITH THE PICTURE. PERFECT IDEA. THANKS TO JOHN, DOTTIE FOR THIS SURPRISE. JUST WHERE IS THIS BIG PICTURE GOING TO BE HUNG???? LOVE TO ALL, SHERRY D. WV.
JAG / California :-)
Industry Poised to Make Strides in Aftercare
http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/65616/industry-poised-to-make-strides-in-aftercare
Mary Copelin
Susan in TN – San Ynez is actually a valley above Santa Barbara. In the valley are many horse ranches, properties and other very important and interesting places. Solvang, Los Olivos, central coast wineries and others.
If any of the Zsters go there to see Giacomo, you should try to pay a visit to
the fabulous Alamo Pintado Veterinary Clinic between Los Olivos and Solvang. It is beautiful and incredibly significant. That is where Dr. Herthel, the founder of Alamo Pintado, used stem cell therapy to save Lava Man.