Happy Sunday Everyone!
Yesterday I commented that John and I spent some wonderful quality time together 1 to 1 when my CA FAMILY was visiting me last week. He took some distance photos for you so you could see my paddock. In this one, I am on the far right. As you can see, we have a wonderful, large paddock to run and play in together. It is very spacious and located in a place on the farm where we can see everything going on around us. The view is absolutely spectacular. As you know, I love to stand and look at my surroundings for hours at a time…just like I would do when I was out grazing at Barn 55. So this is very pleasing for me! I can see everything…everywhere! I feel like I am at a beautiful resort!
Then my dear John took some photos of ME. He simply can’t resist checking me out and feeling my legs…as he has done for years every single morning. I was a great sport…and let him do it. He really thought I looked fabulous and very healthy. Even though I’ve gained some weight while here…John thought I was ‘wearing it beautifully’. As always, he was full of many wonderful compliments for me! JOHN sure knows how to make ME feel special. I loved seeing him again!
My dear John did note, though, that I had a bit of a scratch on my one hip. I’m fine…just playing around in the field with my friends. It is all just part of having FUN! I do enjoy all of my free time and running free. It is a very special time for me in my life now! I feel so fortunate in so many ways!
Well, only a few more hours until GAME TIME for MY JETS! I want to be right up-front and watching when they KICK OFF! Oh, I do love my SPORTS! Dottie was telling John and I this morning that I was on ESPN. They were doing a segment on different achievements in different sports…and I was mentioned for my 19 for 20 record! Too cute!
Enjoy your day.
With Love,
Hugs to all~
Z
Mary
I’m glad you can still have special time with John, Dottie, the Mosses and Mario! I’m so grateful for your team Zenyatta. I hope Steve Willard gets to go out there to see you soon. He could have retired but he knew how special you were. I’m so happy that he stuck around for you! I read that he kept your BCC blanket safe after the race in 2009. What a special momento that must be!
Anne Lottrup Sørensen
Oh Z, i’m so happy you’re doing so well! We all love you very much :)
Diana
LOVE the photos! You look great Zenyatta! I so enjoy these diary blogs! I hope you can keep them going! Love and hugs to you!
Cheryl
Thanks for the long shots ~ Kentucky is so beautiful. I know 55 misses you!
Maribel
THANKs John ..the pics as always are breath-taking ! Does Zenyatta have a bad side ? I dont think so ..she is lovely from any and every angle . The perfect subject .Keep the pics and notes coming as always we look forward to them <3 HUGs to ALL XXX
Lexie
Dear Z,
I just wanted to say how much i love u and that u are a very special horse.
Have a great my friend,
Lexie
Mary Check
The photos are lovely Zenyatta…you are such a lucky girl and WE are the luckiest to have you in our life! Stay healthy, warm and safe…we love you…
Lisa
You look so happy Z, glad your new life is agreeing with you. Yes you do look like you have put on a couple of pounds, but you don’t need to be racing fit anymore. Lots of love Lisa
Jeanne Reed
Just tickled to death I get to be one of the first to see your newest photos. I just watched the 2009 and 2010 Classic’s again; probably the 100th time. There are so many of us that miss you so much on the racetrack; but am grateful you made it thru not only on top; but physically sound and healthy. You go girl~!
Nancy Love
You look great Zen………….knew you would get Horse of the Year.
Cheers!
teresa
Thanks for the aweseome pics. You look beautiful. I’m also rooting for the Jets…and since you love to dance I’ll give you a little line from a West Side Story dance scene that applies….when you’re a Jet, you’re a Jet all the way…. Let’s go Jets, and have an awesome Sunday HOTY Zenyatta. <3
Emily T
I love you Zenyatta! I look forward to these Diary posts so much you dont even know!
I wish one day I can come see you again!
xoxo,
Emily
CJ
You are looking absolutely stunning <3
Zenyatta…Zenny… Queen Z…You are so perfect. Enjoy your Mare Friends…So happy for you…love you <3
Nancy L
Wonderful photographs! Especially the one of Zenyatta looking at the camera with her ears up.
Geneva
I’m so glad you had fun Z! :)
kealy
Well,Z, it appears that you are doing spectacular as you enter the next phase of your life! You haven’t lost that zest for life, not one bit, still as curious and “talkative” as ever … I know it is a bit bittersweet but the fact that your entire Z Team from California is keeping in such close and frequent contact with you I’m sure helps much with your transition. Yes, you are a SPECIAL girl!!! Be safe beautiful one …
Patricia
Zenyatta- John is so special & Jerry stated this at the awards on Monday…how blessed they were to have you in John’s safe keeping! What a fabulous team you have made. You can defintely tell that you fill John’s heart with love…OK the tears are starting to come, so I will stop here….enjoy your day too!
Love you lots
Jan Mitchell
Thank you John for the wonderful pictures. Our queen enjoying her life as a royal queen should. Of course we want to know about her scratch….every little thing is a cause for our attention! Another delightful Diary Post Dottie. Can’t get enough pictures! Would love more current videos too. I guess it’s getting close to time for the Moss’ to make the announcement that we’re all waiting to hear. Who will it be?? Have a great Sunday everyone.
Pat Niesz
What a gorgeous mare! She is a champion and is wearing her extra weight very well. I have been a fan for a long time. I gave up my horse friend after 22 years because I did not have a place to keep him, but I can visit and ride anytime I want. I miss him a lot.
Karen Schmiede
WOW! I get to be first! Thanks for the great update. I hope the Jets win. It looks like you are having a great time. Thanks, Dottie for doing this. I have Zen’s pictue with horse of the year from DRF as my desktop. Love it. You all so deserve the awards. Have a great day!
Marion
good morning Zenny !
You are truly loved and you a soooo special .I love hearing the little stories from your daily life.I’am looking forward to those upkeeps from you , they make my day :-).Thank you so much for the beautifull pictures and sharing it all with us fans
Big hug to a special girl
Marion from Berlin-Germany
patty wells
Please dont let her founder!!!
Joan Aebi
I love the posts, please keep them coming. I was wondering in the future,when you are done with being a Mom, will you come back to California and hang out in the Mosses or Sheriffs yard? We would love to have you back.
Nancy McNaul Applegate
You must miss your CA family more than words can say, especially John. Just remember, when you’re thinking of him, he’s thinking of you.
ZEN-Fan
To the Voice of Zenyatta(Dottie)…I just love these posts…I have to remind myself that it really is not Zen actually speaking here…you must be having so much fun with all of this….I know the fans are & a big thank you again!
John…what can we say…you have filled our hearts just like Z! Thank you for taking such excellent care of the BIG GIRL!
ZEN-what is a few extra pounds…it is winter, we all gain a few on the east coast this time of year…no worries, spring will be here & you will be running around & having fun & wonder where the extra 100 went! Besides, you deserved to indulge a little on all of those treats sent by your fans…
XOXOXO
Joyce
Hi Queen Z
Your pics are great. John really likes to take pics of you! He does so well at it too! Your paddock looks large and roomy for you to stretch your legs and gallop a lot with your friends. I’m happy you got the hang of bonding with your little band of mares. Your winter coat looks warm!
I saw Mike on TVG Saturday-he won a pretty good race, looks like he is “back in the saddle” again and doing well too!! HOY is uplifting for all of us!!!
Have a nice Sunday with all your friends and enjoy the Jets!!
Love and nose kisses. Joyce
Katie Clawson
Hi Zenny!! :D I am glad you are having a wonderful time with your friends. I know that P.Q. is the gray horse, but I’m not sure which one is Sea Gull and Alyse. Thanks for the great pictures!! Love you sweetie!!
jeanie langford
Looking marvelous. We love you soooo very much. Can not wait for the next big announcement. Do not let those other girls pick at you. You are the Queen. Hugs and Kisses
Jean in VA
Thanks so much for writing this diary for Zenyatta. I was telling my husband this morning that it actually feels like Zenyatta is talking to us.
Love the pictures of her new life and look forward to every post.
My 3 year old grandaughter also loves the pictures.
Juanita
Retirement agrees with you! So glad to see you are so happy. Send some of it my way Z!